Alexa Alfonso

LATEST ARTICLES ( 686 )

• A Style Guide to Be Thankful for

  

  Thanksgiving is less than a week away! What will you be wearing while you spend time with family and fill up on turkey, stuffing and apple pie? Read more

  Posted on 22 November 2013 LIFESTYLE

• OOTD: Leather & Fur

  

  It is freezing out, but I avoid my down jacket like the plague. Every time I wear it I feel like an actual marshmallow. It is just not cute! There is a point... Read more

  Posted on 21 November 2013 LIFESTYLE

• DIY: Indie Lee Lip Scrub

  

  We are approaching chapped lip season fashionistas! Cold weather like what we have been experiencing the past few days can make lips dry and cause them to... Read more

  Posted on 20 November 2013 LIFESTYLE

• Open Toe: When is It Time to Go?

  

  I am typically very strict when it comes to fashion rules. There is an unwritten rule that open toe shoes are reserved for the spring, summer, and EARLY fall.... Read more

  Posted on 18 November 2013 LIFESTYLE

• OOTD: Tartan & Layers

  

  Happy Friday fashionistas! Today I felt inspired by my last post and decided to wear tartan myself. I wore a tartan sweater over a white button up with a pair... Read more

  Posted on 15 November 2013 LIFESTYLE

• The Tartan Plan

  

  This season I am absolutely mad about plaid. I have heard people say plaid is in every fall, while this is sort of true, this season it has taken over .From... Read more

  Posted on 13 November 2013 LIFESTYLE

• Raising Brows: Why Full Brows Are Essential

  

  Maybe you’re born with it, maybe it’s Maybelline? Just kidding. Not all of us were born with the blessing of thick brows. If you are like me then your eyebrows... Read more

  Posted on 12 November 2013 LIFESTYLE

• Lex Loves Couture 1 Year Anniversary!

  

  Dear Fashionistas,One year ago today I decided to take the plunge and start this blog. I have always been the go to for my friends and family when it came to... Read more

  Posted on 08 November 2013 LIFESTYLE

• Rekindled Obsession: Over the Knee Boots

  

  When over the knees boots trend started two or three years ago I was dying to get on it. I went out and got a pair immediately and wore them on every appropriat... Read more

  Posted on 07 November 2013 LIFESTYLE

• Treat Yourself, You Deserve It

  

  I like to buy myself one new thing a week. It is not much and typically inexpensive, but it gives me a jolt of inspiration. Suddenly, my wardrobe feels refreshe... Read more

  Posted on 06 November 2013 LIFESTYLE

• Planning an “escape Route” from Winter Eczema Flares

  

  It’s winter and dry, cold air may have you scratching and itching from morning throughout the night. Eczema, characterized by dry, red, itchy patches becomes... Read more

  Posted on 05 November 2013 LIFESTYLE

• Current Obessions: Vol 1

  

  I am the type of person that when I try something new that I love, I  feel compelled to tell my friends and in many cases, as you know, my readers. Read more

  Posted on 05 November 2013 LIFESTYLE

• Olcay Gulsen SS ’14 Press Preview

  

  If there is one word that can be used to describe Olcay Gulsen’s spring line it would be “H-O-T”. From the vibrant fuchsia crop top to the stunning cut-out whit... Read more

  Posted on 30 October 2013 LIFESTYLE

• Single Fashionista’s NYC Survival Guide

  

  Most girls have a negative outlook on single life. I guess it is hard not to when our Facebook newsfeed is filled with all our friends getting engaged and... Read more

  Posted on 29 October 2013 LIFESTYLE

• OOTD: Cardigan, Print Pant, and Bootie Love

  

  Due to this week being chilly I decided to layer up a bit. I wore a cardigan courtesy of Aeropostale over a Ralph Lauren button down. Read more

  Posted on 24 October 2013 LIFESTYLE

• Gotta Have It: Vampy Lips

  

  This fall/winter expect to see a ton of dark vampy lips in your travels. Whether it is a dark rich red, a deep purple or brown, a dark hue is so necessary. You... Read more

  Posted on 22 October 2013 LIFESTYLE

• Join Kristen Bell to Help Save Water in October

  

  This October, join Neutrogena® Naturals brand ambassador Kristen Bell for the “Every Drop Counts” campaign. The campaign kicked off on October 2 when... Read more

  Posted on 16 October 2013 LIFESTYLE

• Hair Expert Mia Talks Fall Hair Color For Every Skin Tone

  

  I do not know about you, but new seasons always make me want to make a change with my hair color. If you are looking to make a change for the Fall then look no... Read more

  Posted on 04 October 2013 HAIR & BEAUTY, LIFESTYLE

• Fall 2013 Bootie Report

  

  While there will always be a place in my heart for riding boots, booties have definitely taken over.  Pair them with a jeans, a dress, shorts, you name it.... Read more

  Posted on 02 October 2013 LIFESTYLE

• Valery Joseph Salon Offers Free Haircuts for a Great Cause

  

  October officially kicks off Breast Cancer Awareness Month! As a woman and someone who has family and close family friends who have battled the disease, it is... Read more

  Posted on 01 October 2013 LIFESTYLE