Alexa Alfonso

LATEST ARTICLES ( 686 )

• Accessories That Will Save You From a Bad Hair Day

  

  We've all had those days. Days when you just cannot deal with your hair. It's frizzy, dirty, won't do anything you want it to do, or all of the above. These day... Read more

  Posted on 24 January 2019 LIFESTYLE

• How to Wear Hiking Boots Off The Trail

  

  Leave it to the fashion gods to take a very practical item and to suggest we wear it in the most impractical way. Here's my thoughts on the trend - take it... Read more

  Posted on 23 January 2019 LIFESTYLE

• Ask Lex: How to Edit Instagram Photos

  

  Reader: I love your photos on Instagram! What apps do you use/how do you edit them? I have had a lot of trial and error over the years on how I edit my photos. ... Read more

  Posted on 22 January 2019 LIFESTYLE

• 11 Shows to Binge on a Cold, Rainy, Or Snowy Day

  

  So, the winter storm they predicted was definitely a bust, but the deep freeze predicted for today was not. Today is single digits with a real feel that's in th... Read more

  Posted on 21 January 2019 LIFESTYLE

• What to Wear During Winter Weekends

  

  Cheers to the freakin' weekend! Unlike summer weekends, there is less inspiration to go outside during this time of year. While living like a hermit and... Read more

  Posted on 18 January 2019 LIFESTYLE

• 4 Ways to Get Out of a Beauty Rut

  

  Even when you feel like you are a master of beauty, you get a a little bored sometimes. It could be doing the same hairstyle, following identical makeup steps... Read more

  Posted on 16 January 2019 LIFESTYLE

• Ask Lex: Do Fashion Trends Matter?

  

  Reader: It seems like everything is in style lately. Do fashion trends actually matter anymore? From a blogger perspective I can't in good conscious tell you... Read more

  Posted on 15 January 2019 LIFESTYLE

• How to Wear Slouchy Boots

  

  Slouchy boots were HOT in the early 2010s and began to downtrend when the more form fitting options became available. They didn't quite go out of style, but if... Read more

  Posted on 14 January 2019 LIFESTYLE

• Antigua 2018 Style Diaries

  

  If you follow me on Instagram then you saw that I spent my holiday break on the beautiful island of Antigua. It was my first time and it did not disappoint. My... Read more

  Posted on 11 January 2019 LIFESTYLE

• Lex’s FAQ

  

  The purpose of this space is for me to give you tips on affordable fashion and beauty. I do my best not to steer the focus away from that. Just in case you... Read more

  Posted on 10 January 2019 LIFESTYLE

• 6 Ways to Layer a Turtleneck

  

  Turtlenecks are great on their own, but one of the best things about them is that they are great for layering. Whether its extending the life of your favorite... Read more

  Posted on 09 January 2019 LIFESTYLE

• Ask Lex: How to Spend a Sephora Gift Card

  

  Reader: If you had $30-$40 left on a Sephora gift card, what are some suggestions to purchase to make the most of this amount? The majority of the time I use... Read more

  Posted on 08 January 2019 LIFESTYLE

• 5 Winter Style Mistakes to Avoid

  

  Winter is the most challenging time to get dressed in the morning. After you finally yank yourself out of your warm bed the last thing you want to think about i... Read more

  Posted on 07 January 2019 LIFESTYLE

• Amazon Giving Out Free Gifts in NYC

  

  Anyone who knows me knows that I put my Amazon Prime membership to good use. I order everything from beauty to my groceries. So, when I heard that Amazon is... Read more

  Posted on 11 December 2018 LIFESTYLE

• How to Elevate Your Sweater Game

  

  Sweater weather is absolutely in full effect. If you're like me, you have a good amount of sweaters to choose from. The issue can sometimes be how to give your... Read more

  Posted on 30 November 2018 LIFESTYLE

• Ask Lex: How to Wear Booties with Midi and Maxi Skirts

  

  Reader: Can you wear fall's lower heel booties with a long skirt without looking dumpy if you are not a long legged model? In short, the answer is yes! As a... Read more

  Posted on 28 November 2018 LIFESTYLE

• How to Remove Makeup Without Wipes

  

  There is nothing wrong with makeup wipes. They are a perfectly suitable way to remove your makeup. My thing is that it's not like you get to skip the step of... Read more

  Posted on 27 November 2018 LIFESTYLE

• Cyber Monday Deals You Can’t Miss

  

  I've have a well established history of being a super lazy person. So, you can probably imagine that I am a huge fan of Cyber Monday. A day when the most... Read more

  Posted on 26 November 2018 LIFESTYLE

• 3 Cozy Looks to Wear to Your Living Room on Thanksgiving

  

  Full disclosure, my family is not one to dress super cozy for Thanksgiving dinner. In theory, the holiday calls for it with all of the food, but the Alfonso... Read more

  Posted on 20 November 2018 LIFESTYLE

• 6 Ways to Wear Skinny Jeans That You Already Own

  

  The skinny jean is the tried and true member of your denim collection. Let's be honest though, it is probably not your favorite. When there are so many fun deni... Read more

  Posted on 05 November 2018 LIFESTYLE