CAMP Collection

Ciao beautiful people! I'm not going to even start this post off with what seems to be a regular rant about the shitty weather that Mother Nature has been serving us. At this point it is what it is. It's the first week of March and I'm just thankful to be closer to 60 degree weather. I spent this entire weekend sick in bed and for some odd reason I was happy to do so. Even though I had a raging fever, my body was weak after just walking to the bathroom and I went through about 107 tissues I got a chance to settle and re-charge. Something that I don't get a chance to do too often now days. With me still shopping for a car I’m borrowing this person’s car and catching a ride from this person.  I basically feel like a nomad in a sense LOL. Never the less I'm blessed to have the problems I have.

To jump start this month I wanted to share this amazing brand I discovered late last year called Camp Collection. I run across a lot of brands and retailers on Instagram but this one stuck out. I took a gander at their website and thought ,OK they look legit and found a few pieces I wanted for myself. I showed my boyfriend a sweatshirt I was eyeing and surprise it was one of my gifts for Christmas! The whole mantra of Camp Collection is “Blaze your own Trail” which is something that sparked my interest with them. Their whole aesthetic is self-expression and not having to worry about being perfect but being comfortable and true. From there it lead me to their about section, blog and I looked at each of their collections thus far. Each collection they have put out is nostalgic to summer camp in the 70's and being outdoors but of course in style. I myself have a more laid back and kick around look to my personal style and Camp Collection adds that perfect dose of vintage that I was in search of. But what I love most about this brand is the potential I see in it. It's already gotten a lot of press but I see where the collection could grow as far as the design. Camp Collection has a solid and organic aesthetic that hasn't been mastered by any other brand which is a beautiful thing. I could go on and on about how much I love them and how many more pieces I plan to order but I'll let you take a look yourself. Check out all their collections right here SHOP CAMP! ! Be inspired everyone!

"Your identity is how you learn and apply the lesson"

Hey guys! So sorry I haven't posted anything this week but I've been extremely preoccupied with the everyday drama of life. This month has been a roller coaster and quite frankly I'm ready to get off of it. Now anyone that knows me knows that style and fashion are my passion (I didn't mean to rhyme) but I've honestly found myself in a rut. I've had so much going on from family situations, my bills, work and being there for my friends that my baby (the blog) hasn't gotten any T.L.C. To most people they think I'm doing great and I'm making my way to the top but I know I can do better. I have so many ideas and stories I want to share with my readers and people who support my vision. At one point this week I was thinking about taking a month off just to get my life in order. But I had a long talk with myself and I thought about all the bullshit that's on my plate and told myself its life. Most of the bullshit I have going on is because I created it. I got myself in debt, I was the one not spending time with my family, I was the one who wasn't focused at work, then when you add the emotions of PMS you've got a mental disaster. I started to doubt if blogging is what I should continue to do. I thought about the fact that I don't have as many followers as I think I should have and I'm not making money from it so why am I doing this. After two glasses of wine and a healthy cry session I put my big girl panties on and created a plan. I have a plan to get my new car, maintain my bills and pay off debt and have allowed more time for my family and my personal time. Now I'll be honest and tell you that this isn't the first "list" I've made. Man I'm famous for list. I go through this whole thing of “ok J you gotta get your shit together” and I'll write everything out and two weeks later I'm back to the same bullshit. I'm 25 now so there's no room for bullshitting. I have shit or get off the pot, it's now or never. So March is dedicated to becoming consistent to the most import at things in my life. I know it won't be easy but damnit I've gotta actually give it a solid try.  I challenge you to the same thing. Whatever you're lacking in or could be better at, create a list and conquer it. There is no reason why any of us should not be excelling and being the best versions of our self. So now that I'm done rambling and giving you an Oprah moment I want to thank the person who is reading this. Like whomever YOU are thank you. Just the fact that someone is reading this makes all my stress and doubt go away. Have an amazing weekend and I will see you in March!

Blazers & Tweed

It's another artic day here in Baltimore and I've probably spent an hour each day this week complaining about the weather. Like seriously when is it going to break? I have soooo many outfits I want to wear but I have to consider layers and installation of heat on my body every day I get dressed. I mean I'm not asking for it to be 70 degrees and sunny, just a smooth 45 degree day where my lips don't become immensely chapped and tears fall down my face just from walking to my car. I don't know whats up with Mother Nature?

 Any who this is a cool layered look I put together not too long ago. I literally just pulled some pieces off of my wardrobe rack and threw them on my bed and thought oh that's a cool look. Then wallah! I added my new fav Nike Blazers I found in Nordstrom Rack for $40 bucks for some edge. Get all the deets below. Be inspired!

Leather Jacket- Express

Argyle Cardigan- Forever 21

Plaid Knit- H&M

Tweed Mini Skirt- H&M

Tights- H&M

Nike Blazers- Nordstrom Rack