Alexa Alfonso
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Lex Loves Couture
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Red, White, & Cute: Independence Day Style Guide
Independence Day is just around the corner! Whether you are attending a barbecue, a club event, a beach, or pool party, you have just a couple days to... Read more
Posted on 02 July 2013 LIFESTYLE -
Street Spotlight: Jenna Michael
I spotted Jenna during my lunch (also known as shopping) hour last week. We were at a light and about to cross. Thankfully she was kind enough to allow me to... Read more
Posted on 01 July 2013 LIFESTYLE -
Collab: How to Wear Summer Scarves
For this post I paired up with Niyah of Inexpensive Chic! We both wanted to show the many ways you could wear lightweight summer scarves. It is a great way to... Read more
Posted on 25 June 2013 FASHION -
#CommuterProblems: Finding the Perfect Commuting Shoes
I have to be in my office at 8:30 a.m. every morning. My office is about a 20 minute walk from Port Authority. That means I cannot leave my house later than... Read more
Posted on 24 June 2013 LIFESTYLE -
Tracy Reese Benefit for African Health Now
Last night, I had the opportunity to go to the Tracy Reese flagship store for an event for an amazing cause. I loved being in a room full of fashion’s... Read more
Posted on 21 June 2013 LIFESTYLE -
OOTD: Blazer & Print Wide Leg Pants
I had not planned on doing an outfit post today, but I am just loving the pants I wore! It just needed to be shared. I had a little trouble deciding what to wea... Read more
Posted on 19 June 2013 FASHION -
Weekend Chic: Tribal Print Muscle Tee & Denim Skirt
While shopping in Target for something other than clothes, I stumbled upon the denim skirt above. It has been a solid five years since I have seen a denim... Read more
Posted on 18 June 2013 LIFESTYLE -
Guy Spotlight
Calling all handsome and stylish men between the ages of 21-30! I have decided to start doing Style Spotlights on the fellas. While I will not be writing many... Read more
Posted on 12 June 2013 LIFESTYLE -
Win a $500 Gift Voucher to Trinity Place Department Store!
Hello fabulous readers! I just found out about an exciting contest that I had to share with all you. Trinity Place Department Store is having a sweepstakes... Read more
Posted on 11 June 2013 LIFESTYLE -
OOTD: Stripes and Floral
I decided to practice what I preach and mix some prints. I am still a beginner, so I used the stripes as a my neutral with a pair a bright floral pants that I... Read more
Posted on 11 June 2013 LIFESTYLE -
Knee High Gladiator Sandals: For the Arena Or High Street?
One of the biggest celebrity trends that crept up on me was knee high gladiator sandals. While there is something very intriguing about them, I cannot help but... Read more
Posted on 06 June 2013 LIFESTYLE -
Weekend Chic: The Style Essentials
Happy Monday Fashionistas! Hope you all enjoyed the heatwave over the weekend. For the moment, let’s pretend that this is a normal summer and it is going to... Read more
Posted on 03 June 2013 LIFESTYLE -
Style Combo: Blazer & Shorts
By Susan MarcheseMay is coming to an end and it is finally time for us to put away our winter clothes and bring out the summer pieces. Read more
Posted on 30 May 2013 LIFESTYLE -
Guy Style 101: Keep It Simple Bro
I spent Memorial Day weekend in Boston with four other girls. Between hair, makeup, and the grueling task of choosing an outfit, it was a solid hour before all... Read more
Posted on 30 May 2013 LIFESTYLE -
Summer 2013 Beauty Rules
Memorial Day weekend has passed and everyone knows that it is the unofficial start of summer! Yay summer ! All of my East Coast readers who have checked the... Read more
Posted on 29 May 2013 LIFESTYLE -
Summer 2013 Beachwear Trends You Gotta Have
By Christina JonesIt might not feel like it, but summer really is just around the corner (c’mon sunshine!), which means it’s time to start thinking about... Read more
Posted on 24 May 2013 LIFESTYLE -
Street Spotlight: Yekaterina Minskova
Yesterday, I popped into the newly renovated Forever 21 in Herald Square. I spotted Yekaterina standing near the entrance. I loved her mixed print combination o... Read more
Posted on 22 May 2013 LIFESTYLE -
Peplum Romper: Hit Or Miss?
I love a peplum dress, I think a peplum skirt is a adorable, and believe that a peplum top can really give an outfit new life. For some reason though, I... Read more
Posted on 21 May 2013 LIFESTYLE -
Okay It’s Springtime: 3 Things You Really No Longer Should Be Wearing
I will be the first one to say that this spring has been a mild disappointment. Last year at this time we were not only having warm days, but many hot days... Read more
Posted on 17 May 2013 LIFESTYLE -
Anti-Aging Remedies: Never Too Young To Start!
It has always been said that what you do now will affect you in the future. Meaning, if you take the proper precautions starting now you will see the benefits i... Read more
Posted on 17 May 2013 LIFESTYLE