At the end of each year, I love to look back and reflect on my best fashion moments. Usually I only have a few that I deem noteworthy, but this year I upped my style factor and really brought my “ A-Game.” So instead of my fabulous fashion moments that I brought you in 2015, I’m celebrating 16 of my sweetetst style moments of 2016.
Birthday Behavior: Feeling Sexier Than Ever at 32 Years Old Dressed in All Black Everything
If I had to pick a time that everything was perfect and all the fashion gawds blessed my dress game, it was this day. This may be my favorite look of the year.
Style Files: Buck the Trend and Try Something Other Than Pastels This Spring
This year I played with neutrals big time, especially grey. I had so much fun with this look. The fringe sweater is a showstopper and the nude heels were my go-to all summer long.
Style Files: Vintage Glam in Thrifted Beaded Pencil Skirt and bebe Cropped Leather Bustier
Everyone knows I love a good thrift store find. The beaded vintage skirt was a fabulous find and a statement piece in my closet. I loved this look so much, I wore it out on my birthday.
Style Files: The One Thing Missing From My Closet and I Found It
Here’s another deal that I dolled up . I scored this Who What Wear Collection ruffle blouse for less than $10. Who knew it was this fab that it would make “My sweet 16 of 2016.”
Style Files: All White Style Inspiration Perfect for Spring and Summer
This year I decided to give myself a few themes to keep me motivated about posting daily outfit looks and one of those themes was “ All White “ looks. Pretty simple , but the challenge was to make sure each look was different , fashion forward, and budget friendly. This was favorite look from the challenge.
Style Guide: 3 Ways to Dress Up Your Favorite T-Shirt, Featuring Produce Section Clothing’s “Just Fresh” Tee
I also played with color and prints , big time. Here I styled a Produce Section t-shirt with my thrifted yellow leather skirt. Yellow leather? I couldn’t believe it either , but it worked and this look turned out hot!
Style Files: Fashion Fun in Bright Colors and Bold Prints from Target X Marimekko Collection
I was pretty creative this year taking pieces that were meant to serve another purpose and changed things around. This swimsuit cover up turned into a beautiful tunic , to give me the perfect summer slay.
Summer Essentials: Floral Prints, Maxi Dresses, Fringe Sandals and Stylish Sunglasses
So I’ve never been a huge fan of maxi dresses , but I became a believer after trying this red floral number.
Style Guide: What to Wear to a Spring Wedding
I’m a true girly girl and nothing is more ladylike than lace. This lace dress really helped my showcase my feminine side. And the tassel sandals were a must-have in 2016.
Style Files: Romeo and Juliet Couture Faux Fur Striped Sweater
I also took risks this year. This black and white faux fur Romeo and Juliet Couture sweater screams risk taker. It also made me look like an extra from Scream Queens. I could totally be a Chanel.
Style Files: Overalls Are Still Trending and Here’s One Way to Rock this 90s Fashion Staple
I gave y’all old school realness this year and rocked a pair of overalls that fit me like a glove. I’ve had these overalls for nearly two years but was too afraid to wear them. Why? I totally owned this look.
Power Play: Here’s Why You Need a Power PantSuit in Your Wardrobe
You’ll never see me in a pant suit or any suit for that matter, but the way I styled these matching separates from Target I might add a few to my closet in 2017 . This was definitely a power suit for sure .
Style Files: Festive Fashion Inspiration Perfect for Christmas Day
I moved back to Alabama where winter is almost non existent so I didn’t think my plaid coat would really get any shine time, but boy was I wrong. This Christmas inspired look really showcased my thrifted Betsey Johnson coat that I scored for $6.
Style Files: Chic Memorial Day Weekend Style Inspiration for $100
This summer I developed a uniform. I kinda wore the same thing all the time. Who’s been here before? I would style a midi solid colored dress with a kimono and a pair of sandals (heels or flats). A floral headband would set the look off. Here’s one time I nailed this look.
Style Files: Transition from Summer Chic to Fall Fab with a Few Style Tips
This is my version of laid-back chic. A pair of boyfriend jeans and a dose of sparkle and shine.
Style Files : Forever 21 Contemporary Faux Leather Shift Dress
This year was all about leather love, especially dresses. This is one of my favorite leather dresses of 2016.
So Sweeties, which look did you love the most? Tell me in the comments below.
