Alexa Alfonso

LATEST ARTICLES ( 686 )

• 5 Trends to Try on Your Next Shopping Trip

  

  The fun thing about fashion is that there is always a new trend to try. Yes we recycle, but even the most stylish person in the world is not hitting every trend... Read more

  Posted on 30 January 2018 LIFESTYLE

• Why I’m Not “Over” New York Fashion Week

  

  When I was 15 years old, my mother took me to see 42nd Stree t on broadway. The show started with the curtain being lifted about six inches and all you could se... Read more

  Posted on 26 January 2018 LIFESTYLE

• What to Do When You Feel Like You’re NOT Killing It

  

  In a world where everyone presents the best versions of themselves on social media it is easy to be hard on ourselves. We're all "real", but only the "real"... Read more

  Posted on 09 January 2018 LIFESTYLE

• #TimesUp: All Black Golden Globes 2018

  

  Fashion has a different impact on everyone. For me, it evokes emotion. Whether it is a fabulous outfit I spot on the street or a beautiful designer look on the... Read more

  Posted on 08 January 2018 LIFESTYLE

• What to Wear to Your Office Holiday Party

  

  If you work in an office setting, it is safe to say that your company is throwing a holiday party in the next couple of weeks. It seems easy in theory. So why d... Read more

  Posted on 07 December 2017 LIFESTYLE

• Cyber Monday Deals You Can’t Miss

  

  If you are like me and hate Black Friday crowds with a passion, Cyber Monday is the day for you. You don't even need to step away from your computer to get the... Read more

  Posted on 27 November 2017 LIFESTYLE

• 5 Things That You Hope No One Brings Up at Thanksgiving Dinner

  

  Happy Thanksgiving! Turkey, stuffing, pie, and a super filled belly await. While Thanksgiving can and should be a barrel of nostalgic laughs, one wrong dinner... Read more

  Posted on 23 November 2017 LIFESTYLE

• 12 Faux Fur Coats That Will Keep You Warm This Season

  

  Happy Winter! Justing kidding, but I think it is safe to say that our extended summer is officially over. Then again, with global warming being the treat that i... Read more

  Posted on 10 November 2017 LIFESTYLE

• Making a Case for the Beret

  

  For fashion week in February 2016, I searched high and low for a beret. I had just gotten my hair cut into an angled bob with bangs so it felt right. Not to... Read more

  Posted on 07 November 2017 LIFESTYLE

• 5 Years of Lex Loves Couture

  Five years ago, I took my boredom/creativity and wrote a blog post about outerwear. The goal of the post was not to reach the glitterati attending every season... Read more

  Posted on 06 November 2017 LIFESTYLE

• Maintaining Friendships During Cuffing Season

  

  As the cold weather starts to set it in, it means two things. * C h t m a and that cuffing season is upon us. This is when those summer/early fall flings... Read more

  Posted on 02 November 2017 LIFESTYLE

• Best Celebrity Halloween Costumes of 2017

  

  For normal people, Halloween means either buying a pre-made costume or getting creative on a budget. If you are a celebrity, your costume is likely to be... Read more

  Posted on 31 October 2017 LIFESTYLE

• Recipe: Black Bean Loaf

  

  Instructions: Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Grease a 9 inch loaf pan with nonstick cooking spray or line with parchment paper. Mix flaxseed meal and 1/2 cu... Read more

  Posted on 26 October 2017 LIFESTYLE

• The $8 Brush That Will Step Up Your Highlight Game

  

  If someone calls me right before I hop on the train, I have been know to pop into the nearest store rather than telling them I need to get off the phone. This... Read more

  Posted on 25 October 2017 LIFESTYLE

• 5 Bag Shapes Every Girl Should Have

  

  Bags are often an overlooked accessory. We put a lot of care into our outfit, our shoes, our hair, and our makeup. Then when it is time to leave, we dump our... Read more

  Posted on 24 October 2017 LIFESTYLE

• How to Create the Perfect Entryway

  

  I love a good entryway. It's the first thing a person notices as they enter your home. Having a well-styled entryway sets the tone for the rest of your space.... Read more

  Posted on 23 October 2017 LIFESTYLE

• 32 Fall Looks to Wear This Weekend

  

  The weekend is here! I am fortunate to have a job where my weekend style does not starkly contrast with my office style. If you are girl who works in a more... Read more

  Posted on 20 October 2017 LIFESTYLE

• It Happened to Me Too

  

  When I was seven years old in Sunday school the boy sitting next me told me to let him put his hand up my dress or he'd tell the teacher I was doing something... Read more

  Posted on 18 October 2017 LIFESTYLE

• 22 Activewear Pieces That Will Get You to the Gym

  

  I hate working out from start to finish. My favorite part of a workout class is when I can tell the end is near. That's usually when the instructor starts... Read more

  Posted on 13 October 2017 LIFESTYLE

• 6 Lip Colors to Pick Up on Your Next Target Run

  

  Lipstick can make or break your outfit. A seemingly lackluster look can be taken to the next level with the right lipstick choice. Now that it is officially... Read more

  Posted on 11 October 2017 LIFESTYLE