I absolutely love the tile in this London property. It almost seems a little Mondrian in style, no? I think it really makes a great modern impression and looks fantastic against the retro tube. Love the juxtaposition! I just wish I could figure out how they did it. Different color tiles? Painted certain tiles? A woman has got to know!
Although we don’t have seasons here in South Florida, it seems like Fall is in full swing for all the rest of you. Plus, us Floridians really love traveling during colder months so that we can experience it ourselves. For this reason, I thought it was necessary to feature some of this season’s must have looks. That, and I absolutely love cold weather clothes – I just think people look classier and more put together. Wouldn’t you agree?
1. Essie’s No More Film {here}
2. Free People’s Vegan Leather Skirt {here}
3. James Jeans Coated Denim {here}
4. Spot Mesh Dress {here}
5. Metallic Cap Flats {here}
For more great Fall looks, check out my buddy, The Fashionable ESQ’s, list here!
Ever since my Forever 21 fiasco that caused my self-imposed strike (proud I haven’t stepped foot in a F21 since the incident), I have been lusting over a good pair of dotted denim. I thought I had found the perfect pair at F21, but ha-ha, jokes on them! I found a fantastic pair at my favorite Marshall’s location that look even better! It’s always a tough job to pair patterned pants, but I like how these make it pretty easy with their dark denim wash and white dots. Have I mentioned how much I love all these fun trends? I feel like fashion has been taking a turn for the more whimsical and youthful and I couldn’t be anymore excited. I feel like I’m playing dress up every time I walk into my closet!
Top; H&M {similar}
Denim; Jolt via Marshalls
Loafers; Target {similar}
Arm candy: various
Necklace; Charming Charlie {similar}
After some rough weeks, I thought it was time to have a little “me” day. Although, I’m pretty sure my idea of a “me” day is different from other girls. For me, it was getting a crazy-colored dye job and a fandom tattoo! I couldn’t be happier.
I’d just like to say that my hair stylist is the bomb. She always knows exactly what would work great with my style and isn’t afraid to take the risks I ask her to. If any of you readers are in the South Florida area, I can’t recommend Valerie at Kendall’s Peter of London enough. My orange and purple ombre is beyond. BEYOND. I think this one has even topped the pink!
Later that night, I was able to finally put my fandom (and endurance) to the test by tattooing the deathly hallows on my ribs. It had been something my best friend and the hubs had wanted to do as a bonding experience and although it didn’t work quite as planned (we just couldn’t sync up), it is pretty special. Another great recommendation if you are looking for a fantastic tattoo artist is Javier Betancourt at Ocho Placas – he did such an amazing job and has great “bedside manner.”
How was your weekend?
My dear old friend, Aliza, was sweet enough to ask me to help her style an outfit revolving around a really cute Target dress she had recently bought. She also added that I should probably add these kind of posts to Melificent. And you know what? I agree! I love putting together fun outfits for not only myself, but others too. I frequently help the hubs’ style his models for shoots when I can and find it so fun! There’s nothing like rummaging through other people’s closets. Am I right, ladies?
So if you’d like me to help you style an outfit and feature it here on the blog, shoot me an email at: meli@melificent.com
Without further ado, here is the fun outfit I put together for Ms. Aliza:
1. Fluo Pearl Cuff {here}
2. Origami Clutch {here}
3. Nameplate necklace {here}
4. Owl studs {here}
5. Wedges {here}
Although I’m not sure what the event/occasion is for this little number, I figured it needed a punch of sass. And that punch came in the form of killer shoes. I wanted them to be the focus of the outfit, so all other accessories kind of took a backseat since the dress is already quite bright as well. However, they still provide a fun and young, albeit understated, feel. Hope you like what I came up with, Aliza, and I hope to do more of these in the future!