ACCESSORIZING LIKE MY MAMA

I love accessories and if you've been keeping up with me that shouldn't come as a surprise to you. I mean, I have a weakness for all accessories and I blame my Mom entirely. Yes Joan, if you're reading this, it's all your fault!!!

Growing up I would be in awe of Mom's extensive collection and played with all her pieces. She has accessories in every color, size and shape. From jewelry, to belts, to scarves, sunglasses and shoes; that woman is the #accessoryqueen.

I post a a lot of my accessories on IG from my very own collection and often get asked for sources. Today I'm sharing a few pieces & linking to similar ones as many of my accessories are vintage, belonged to Mom or are no longer available. Continue reading to see what I have lined up for you! It's pretty darn good!

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DIY LAST MINUTE COSTUME - SOPHIA LOREN IN ARABESQUE

For my second Halloween DIY (see first here) this year, I decided to head back to the 60's and channel the lovely Sophia Loren from the 1966 Technicolor comedy thriller Arabesque.

Loren is an award winning Italian film actress who was declared as "one of the world cinema's treasures." Sophia who recently turned 82 years old in September is as glamorous as ever and recently starred in Dolce Gabbana's new fragrance film.

I like to refer to the scene I used from Arabesque as the pink towel & toile scene. Recreating the look is easy as pie. If you've never watched this film take a look here and skip to the 14:05 mark to view the pink towel & toile decor glam.

Continue reading to get the full DIY.

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DIY HALLOWEEN COSUME - LENA HORNE IN BROADWAY RHYTHM

Last Halloween, I created a DIY costume based off Dorothy Dandridge’s character in the 1954 American musical film Carmen Jones as a way to honor her work. This year, I wanted to continue in the same vein; paying homage to women of color in the arts and creative world.

I chose to highlight the ever-talented Lena Horne for this year’s DIY costume. You can learn more about Lena, the inspiration behind this look and how to create it yourself over on Blavity!

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RETRO-MODERN PINUP STYLE FOR A CASUAL VALENTINE'S DAY

Hi Love Kittens! I would ask about your Valentine's plans but I prefer to skip to more important questions. What are you wearing?! As mentioned in my gift guide post, I love celebrating love and any reason to play dress up is golden in my books.

See how you can recreate this retro-modern look with modern pieces after the jump!

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DIY LAST MINUTE COSTUME - CARMEN JONES POSTED ON BLAVITY!

Hi gals! I created another last minute DIY Halloween costume and it was featured on Blavity! I love Blavity so I was super excited to have my post featured.

Click here to see how you can DIY this look with items from your closet.

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