Tea Time Tuesday: My First Blogger Award!!

                      
I am so excited to receive my very first Blogger Award. I mean as a blogger there is nothing greater than being recognized by others for your blog and especially from a fellow blogger so a great big hug and thank you to Laquisha of Corner Curl Girl please check out her blog to see her extraordinary style. Apart of the Blog Award includes answering 7 random facts about me so here goes hope you’re not too bored….Lol!!
1.) I Believe in the Lord Jesus Christ and realize that without him I am NOTHING!
2.) I’m married to my best friend and we have 2 daughters and a yorkiepoo named Maicee pronounced like Macy.
3.) I think every woman should have a statement piece be it a watch, ring, eyeglasses, red lipstick etc.. Something, that when you think of her it comes to mind.
4.)I am constantly on a diet or trying to lose weight, but now realize it’s a lifestyle change and making good progress.. Thank you Jesus!!!!
5.) I have a real bad, I mean really bad jewelry addiction, Real and Costume Love the stuff my grandmother started me with it.
6.) I secretly want to be a stand up comedian… seriously.. stop laughing..really!!
7.)and last but not least I believe the moment you stop Dreaming is the moment you Die
DREAM BIG ALWAYS!!!
I want to pass this award on to a few other Bloggers with extraordinary style.
Bubbling with Elegance and Grace
Fashberries
Fashionnette-Work
Healthy Glows
Minister of Style
Pretty Dark Girl Style
Style Chic 360
  

A few rules that go along with accepting this award:

1. Thank the person who awarded you

2. Share 7 things about yourself

3. Award a few of your favorite bloggers

Au Naturale: Viola Davis Style Help, Not Needed!

Okay, I know what you may be thinking...gooosh not another sistha going "Natural"  but hey, I hate to tell you it's a great thing. When I saw actress Viola Davis (The Help) had chucked her wigs for this cute natural do I was like ...Yess! and she looks great, younger, refreshed I mean, you might as well go natural if you're going to cover your own hair with a wig Right?! No I'm kidding whatever floats your boat and fits your style do it, but being a Natural girl myself I thought this was a worthy post. Do the Darn thing Viola!  and even though you didn't win the Oscar this time you are still a stylish shining star.
                                                          
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So tell me what do you think Viola Natural or Wigged Out?

Style File Monday: Loving my sequins

 

If you've followed my blog for awhile you probably know how much I love bling and to be exact blinged out accessories. Anything sparkly and shiny makes my heart skip a beat and  these next three items certainly bring joy to my heart. It's my belief that everything we own reflects our personal taste and style,  from the shoes we wear,  the hairstyle we rock to the hand bags we tote. Whether  you're trying or not, everything expresses your style so why not express it like you mean it. Right now sequins are all the rave and since  I'm not brave enough or let's just say I have not found a sequined item of clothing I like well enough yet,  I decided to get my sequined fix with these accessories. 

 

                                                            Sequined Nine West Make up Bag

 

 

 

                                                               Sequined Poppy Tote Coach

                                                                       Sequined Laptop Cover

 

Coach bag gift from the hubs, Nine West make up bag & laptop cover gift from a friend...Thanks Karen !!!

                        This is how I'm getting my sequin fix, tell me how are your styling your sequins?

From Trash to Treasure: Thrift store makeover!

 

I was never one to really thrift shop until about a year ago, and now I love it, it's my new obsession. I know the thought of someone else's butt dwelling in a garment before you, can be a bit overwhelming but hey that's why we have dry cleaners right?...right!  I have found great pieces for pennies and once their laundered they look brand new. The thrill is in the hunt, going in not knowing what you're going to find, that's the exciting part. This brings me to my trash to treasure. We all know that clutches are one of the hottest trends right now and these clutches I found although cute,  had a few scars from the previous owners. I don't only look for clothing but anything that has stylish flair. Take a look at how I turned these items from ordinary to extraordinary!         

 

                  Bronze/leopard clutch $2.00 (GW)  Beige Mesh clutch $3.00 (GW)   Blue V shaped $3.00  (GW S.C)

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                                                                   After Products found in Michaels Crafts & Dollar Tree Total cost $6.27

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What's you favorite Trash to Treasure ? tell me, I'd love to know!

Sole-ful Monday: Chloe & Nine West

Hey Loves, Hope everyone had a great weekend, The hubs and I spent the entire weekend cleaning up behind our puppy Maicee. Trying to house break her has been a chore and the hubs is about to throw her out with the bath water. If she wasn't so cute and cuddly she'd be gone.  Anyway since I spent the weekend inside on my laptop in between cleaning poop, I came across these gorgeous shoes from Chloe and I absolutely love them. I'm a wedge girl not only because they're  so comfortable but also I love the way the look on my feet, and if I had ...oh lets just say around $800 lying around I would love to drop it on these babies.

                                                     

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Here are the latest shoes from my closet that I'm loving at the moment. I can't wait to wear them the hubs got these for me for Christmas after I dropped several hints lol! and I love them. I'll be wearing them soon and posting so look for that sometime soon.

                                                                                                                   Nine West

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Well that's it for me today it's Monday and Lawd knows I don't do Mondays! but I'm getting better, Continued blessings. 

Boom Boom Pow

 

Hey Loves, Happy Friday yeah (confetti falling, loud applause) and I couldn't be happier. I'm ready to kick back and relax and possibly check out Red Tails at the movies with the hubs, sounds like it's going to be a great movie. Today's post was inspired by a trip we took to St. Louis a few years ago. I met this young lady (hey Tulane) she was fiercely fashionable and wearing this enormous flower pin, I'm talking huge and I Loved it! Needless to say after speaking with her (we became friends) she told me she purchased the pin months ago so there was not a pin to be had in St. Louis and boy did I look. So what's a girl to do, she makes her own. You know how it is when you see something you like , you have to have it... right? I love my pins I have them in all colors and every time I wear them I get "Where did you get those" Now let me warn you these are not for everyone but if you like over the top this Boom Boom Pow may just be for you.

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                                                                    Have a great weekend Loves!

Tea Time Tuesday: Clean & Clear morning burst

Hey loves, thought I would share with you one of the many things I have grown to love and can't seem to live without. Yeah , it's that serious. It's so serious in fact I told the hubs to please have this item in my Christmas stocking lol! (*side note and he did.) If you didn't know I really don't  consider myself a morning person even though I'm up most mornings before 6 am . I guess I am a morning person (If only I didn't have to go to work). If that makes sense, anyway this stuff Morning Burst shine control facial cleanser is  one of my favorite products in my morning regimen. When I jump in the shower, I lather it up on my face and it seems instantly I'm awake and perked right up. I also use it after working out, it  makes me feel so much better and it really keeps my skin pretty clear as well.  It has this awesome smell of citrus and contains lemongrass and fruit extracts which is what really gets me going, and these little blue and yellow beads that burst all over your face while applying, it's my treat for getting up. Okay! I think you can tell by now how much  I dig this stuff so if you need a little pick me up in the mornings other than Starbucks, check this product out I'm sure it will help you Rise and Shine!  
                         
                                              

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                                                                             Refreshed and ready to face the day! 
                                                  What's one of your favorite beauty products you can't live without?
Want to try this for yourself!  for your chance to win a bottle of Clean and Clear "like" my Facebook page HERE!

Extraordinary Man: Martin Luther King Jr.

 

Today would not be complete if I dare not post on MLK. I am so grateful for all he has done to better the lives of not only blacks but minorities as a whole. His endless quest for  freedom  and relentless determination for what he believed in is much more than inspiring but life changing. I also can't forget to mention the countless other civil rights leaders that were in the trenches with him battling for freedom. Thank you for taking the weight of freedom on your shoulders and fighting for us, your dream enabled others the right to attain their dreams.

Martin Luther King Jr. an Extraordinary man with an Extraordinary Dream!

 

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How has MLK's dream changed or affected your life?

Weekend Chilling

Hey  all, hope you had a great weekend I certainly did. I did absolutely nothing except hangout around the house with my fam, surf the web  while catching up on some of  my blog reads. The hubs and I did run out to do a little shopping however it was nothing serious,  you know run to the grocery store, stop out for a quick bite to eat and oh yeah our favorite little treat run through the drive thru at Mickey D's for a cone. Hey I love McDonalds cones and there only 150 calories  and they cost a dollar heeeeey, cant beat that with a bat. So that was the gist of my weekend. Now let me face Monday because Lord knows I don't like Mondays oh wait that was last year this year I Love Mondays .......NOT!! I 'm working on it LOL!!!!!!

 

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                                               Jeans Venzia Lane Bryant  Jacket- Marshalls  Scarf-Ross Cami -Ashley Stewart

                                                        BTW that's our little dog Maicee making her premier in the background

                                                               Now tell me, how was your weekend exciting or relaxing?

Re-do Black & White: Your Way

 

Black and White in fashion is classic, and for 2012; it’s the hottest trend going. Clean crisp white against bold black is a fashion hit especially when it’s done right. If you don’t have the budget for Chanel or Prada don’t worry about looking exactly like this seasons runway, simply go to your closet and redo Black & White your way. Play by your rules keeping the look clean and well accessorized. Take a look at my re-do of 2012’s hottest trend Black & White

                                       Designer Inspiration 2012 Black & White Trend

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Now tell me, how do you do your black & white?

Black skirt- Target, Blk&Wht shirt-Thrifted. Shoes-Marshall’s, Leather belt- Thrifted, Clutch?

Get some Hattitude!

It's a new year and what better way to start it off than by adding a little flare to your wardrobe with a hat. I have fallen madly in love with hats and I don’t know where this obsession has come from, but I can truly say I like it. Hats are such an easy way to change the vibe of an outfit, simply tossing on a hat gives your look a completely different feel. There are so many different styles to choose from and it’s so easy to find one that fits your taste and personal style. Take your time try a few on until you come across one that screams TAKE ME! They also come in handy for those not so great hair days and I’ve certainly had my share of those. The next time you’re out shopping go by the hat section and try a few on for size you to just might leave with a new HATTITUDE!

 Tell me, do you have Hattitude?

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1. Black Fedora w/plaid trim Ross $11.99 2.Green Bus Boy ? 3. Black w/buckle Cato $13.99

 

 

Happy New Year!

 

 

Happy New Year! I pray that 2012 meets your every expectation, It's out with the old and in with the New! It's 2012 Baby... Now lets get ready to rumble!!

Tell me, what are your plans for 2012?

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Spreading my Wings!

I am so excited to be apart of the West Orlando News team. YEAH! I will be writing articles on various topics of my choice that will mainly be centered around fashion, lifestyle and local events, all of  which are things I love. I am looking forward to this new venture Nothing Ordinary Style has been given and can't wait to see where it takes me. I hope you all come along for the ride with me Check out my latest post Here.

Natural Monday

 

Happy Monday! hope all had a great weekend and set your clocks back an hour so you will be on time today (lol)  Once again I have resurfaced and this time I plan on sticking with it, blogging is my passion and it takes a lot of time and work and when things pop up in life sometimes it pushes me in other directions but (fingers crossed) this time I'm back for good.  Now that I've gotten that out of the way lets talk about Natural hair, Yes, it's been 5 months since my Big Chop and I"m still loving it, my hair is now  much thicker and has grown out quiet a bit and since it's Natural Monday I want to talk about another product that I've used to help me along the way, hopefully you will find it useful and can pass this along to someone you know who has gone natural.  As I posted here Miss Jessie's Products seem to really agree with my hair  they are a bit pricey, but for me they work, I mean hands down for my hair the products produce great results. The latest product I want to showcase is  their Miss Jessie's Curly Pudding, it promises to " transforms shrunken kinks to super shiny stretched out curls", and I would say for the most part it delivers. I am by no means and expert when it comes to natural hair I'm still for the most part figuring out what works and doesn't work for my hair and this,  I had to learn the hard way. When I first cut my hair several months ago everything I saw on YouTube or in a magazine article that said best for "natural hair" I jumped on it and in the process, I spent way more money then I ever did when my hair was relaxed (and trust me that was a lot) I had to learn my hair, and this was the winning ticket for me I now see the results I longed for so make sure you try out things and see how your hair responds rather it's hair products for the Dollar Tree or a higher end product, I use both as long as my hair is 1.) Moisturized  first and  2.) it helps me achieve the desired look/style I'm aiming for. So play with products until you find the winning combination that works for you hair.

 

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                                                    Before Miss. Jessies Curly Pudding

 

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                 

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                                                                          After Miss. Jessies Curly Pudding

In the after photos you really can't see curl definition but hair is fuller and curls more stretched out. So tell me what do you think Curly Pudding or not?

I'm All Ears: Statement Earrings

 

The latest craze in accessories have gone from the infamous "Statement Necklace" and made it's way to the ears, that's right the Statement Earring is here and is the current trend in accessories. Bigger, bolder, longer the flashier the better, and I am really digging this trend. I really try not to jump on a trend just because it's the latest craze, and only pull from a trend if I can relate to it and since I've gone natural (and loving it, I might add) this girl is really  enjoying her earrings, and with the colder months approaching  we may have to cover our rings with gloves but the ears are fair game. Take a look at few I thought were rather cute.

                         ** I'm not topless I have on a halter dress, Just saying lol!!

                              

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What's your take on the Statement Earrings, do you plan on mixing them into your wardrobe?

Natural Monday

 

                                                                                 

Yes! it's Monday and I am ready to get things started, since I've been natural for the past 3 and a half months, and finally except my hair after the BC (Big Chop) I am truly loving it more and more each day, and not to mention all of the support and tips I've learned from all of the other natural beauty's out there. Today I want to share with you a product that I am growing very fond of it's Miss Jessie's Baby Buttercreme . This product is a moisturizer which hydrates dry natural hair, it helps to restore moisture and has a great smell. I use it to retain moisture and also for styling and I think anyone who is going natural will Love this product just as much as I do, another point I want to make about this product, is that it really brings out your natural curl definition once it's applied frequently, after I used it for a week consistently my curl definition drastically improved so this to me is a plus.  If you have yet to try any Of Miss Jessie's products this one comes highly recommended. Let me know what you think of Miss. Jessie's products if you've tried them or if there is something else that you are using in you natural hair regimen I'd love to know. Happy Monday! and to all my natural Sistah's embrace your Naturalness LOL!!!

                  

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Happy Labor Day 2011

 

                                                                     Happy Labor Day!

             

Pursuing My Perfection!

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Hi guys! First off I want to "Thank" all of you who have followed Nothing Ordinary Style and from time to time maybe even left a comment or two. I have started a major journey in my life that's well needed, it is for the last time to lose weight and acquire a healthier lifestyle. I'm at a point in my life now that I'm finally ready I know a lot of you maybe thinking what is it now to be ready for, but unless you've battled weight issues of your own or have been close to someone who has you're probably unaware of the battle and toll it can take on someones life. I have started a new blog where I will be chronicling my journey of this process. Thanks again for supporting Nothing Ordinary Style and trust me she is not dead but just on hold while I take care of me for a moment won't you join me on my journey at Pursuing My Perfection

** About the photo above I simply found it moving, and my thoughts on it are this sometimes to be your best and to reach your goals you have to sacrifice something and go through pain and for the ballerina of course it's her feet, but I took this picture in for myself it may look ugly and hard now starting off , but the end results will be beautiful and so worth the pain.

This calls for celebration and cake!

This month is full of events  Monday was my 19th wedding anniversary, yesterday our baby girl Leah graduated from pre school and today is my husband Tony's birthday, so my week to say the least has been busy. I am so proud of our daughter Leah who is a self proclaimed Superstar she was awarded the best reader award on yesterday and we are super proud of her. I hardly ever discuss my family  in my blog but with this weeks events I decided why not, take a look at my little graduate Leah, today pre school tomorrow Harvard lol! now I'm off to plan tonights get together and to order Anniversary/Graduation/Birthday cake
that I should have ordered days ago oops!

Lil Graduate Leah

                                                        

Father (Tony) and Daughter (Leah)

Tea Time Tuesday: Happy Anniversary

Hi guys hope everyone had a great weekend I most certainly did. I am happy to announce that on yesterday the hubs and I have been married for 19 years woo hoo!! and we are still on our honeymoon lol! I have been blessed with not only a great husband, but also a best friend and today's post is in honor of our lives together and besides I am too tired from yesterday to post any more lol!! yall will figure that out later!!!

                             

                                                 

                                                                                   Me and the hubs aka: Tony