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March Favorites: Things I am Loving & Enjoy !

(THIS POST CONTAINS AFFILIATE LINKS. SEE MY DISCLOSURE ABOUT AFFILIATE LINK HERE) Happy Wednesday! Wow this month has truly been a great month and interesting month at the same time. I can say this month has been long but a good month for me. Some up and and some down, however I am so glad to be here. In today’s post I sharing some of my favorite things in the month of March. Yess, so lets get into my experiences this month. First, let start off by talking about this rib-knit blue cardigan. This cardigan is such perfect introduction piece and color for the spring months ahead. I love this cardigan. Of course I got this piece from my favorite store H&M for $24.99. Listen after they put H&M in Downtown Detroit, I have been in that store just about every weekend. Overall, I love cardigan and what they give to spring weather On another note, I love gold jewelry is now and will forever be my go to. First thing I reach for after putting my outfit together for shoot or everyday is my Old English “D” Necklace. I purchase this necklace from Harper Ray Accessories, a Black Owned Business Brand. This necklace …

Fashion, Spring Style, Winter Style

Winter-to-Spring Outfit | Ribbed Maxi Skirt +Polo Shirt +Shacket

Happy Tuesday! We are back again with another winter-to-spring outfit that I curated. The weather has been showing up these past couple of weekends. It’s been so beautiful in March. So let’s talk about another transitional outfit.In today’s post I am sharing a simple winter-to-spring outfit. What do you think? Related: Winter-To Spring Outfit | Long Coat + Blouse + Jeans FashionLayn Outfit Deets As I mention in my previous post, click here, curating a winter-to-spring outfit is pretty simple. It is all about mixing a little of spring fashion pieces and winter outerwear. Also, winter pieces with spring outwear. Weather permitted ! Also, adding little bit of spring colors, spring prints, and such. The weather on the weekend has been in the 40s. Being a Michigander, mid 40s is the early spring for us. LOL Anyway, about the outfit. First, I purchase a ribbed knit skirt from H&M. It features two slits on each side, nice little spring touch to the outfit. It only cost $15 bucks!. I love affordable clothing. You do now need to spend a lot of money to be fashionable. To shop more ribbed knit maxi skirts from H&M, click here. Next, if you follow me …

Fashion, Spring Style, Winter Style

Winter-To Spring Outfit | Long Coat + Blouse + Jeans

Are you excited for spring? I know I am and that is EXACTLY why I am starting so early. The weather has been looking up in Detroit, so I curated a outfit that can help ease us into spring. Lol its still winter now! In today’s post I am sharing a simple winter-to-spring outfit. What do you think? FashionLayn Outfit Deets A Winter-to-spring wardrobe can be really simple. It is all about mixing a little of spring fashion pieces and winter outerwear. Or winter pieces with spring outwear. Weather permitted ! Also, adding little bit of spring colors, spring prints, and such. Gingham print being my favorite for the spring. First, the spring print! I center the whole outfit around Gingham print blouse button down. This blouse is beautiful and lightweight. This was purchase from H&M at $14.99. I am in love with this blouse. Next, I added my favorite semi-relaxed fit jeans from Old Navy. This jeans are a light wash denim that go well with any spring look, in my opinion. Lastly, added my winter staples: Long trench down coat & my lug sole boots. The coat I purchase from H&M on sale and the lug sole boots …

Blog, Fashion, Personal

First of March

Happy Monday! Ahh so great to walk into a new month. New month, new goals, and new intentions. I am happy to be where I am at now. The month of February was a great month for reflection and some well needed self discovery. Also I was such a chef. I made tons of meals for myself. I think I love to cook. Now it wouldn’t be LIFE if I did not have any issues. I had some winter blues in regards to be stagnant. Feeling like everyone is moving but me. Besides that February was an amazing month. How was it for you? Anyway, I am looking forward to another great month. March is Women’s History Month and another month to celebrate. Celebrate bein a women, especially being Black Woman!. Listen,yall it is going to be great month. I am manifesting this!. In today’s post, I am reflectin, sharing my personal goals, latest fashion style & trends, and a brief blog note. Let’s get into ! Related: First of February Personal Note / Goals lets reflect first, made a lot of changes last month 🙂 Yay it feels so good to walk into March. I have been really focusing …

Black Owned Spotlight, Fashion, Intimate/Underwear

Love, Vera – A Black Owned Lingerie Brand | Black Owned Spotlight

Do you act differently when your in your favorite lingerie piece? Lol I know I feel super sexy and feminine in lingerie from Love, Vera. ! Love, Vera is a Black owned lingerie line that bridge the gap for BLACK WOMEN in fashion, and my favorite REPRESENTATION & INCLUSIVITY ! *applause* Founded by Vera Moore and Nate Johnson, check out the interview with Paper, click here. In today’s Black Owned Spotlight post, I am sharing my complete thoughts on lingerie set from Love, Vera! Lets talk about this brand ! ! Related: Telfar Handbag | Black Owned Spotlight My Personal Thoughts & Journey with Lingerie Them: You never wore lingerie before ?? Me: No ! I never found any lingerie that I though was flattering on my body ! Wearing lingerie opens up my own divine feminine energy for myself. See, I never really had a safe place to explore with lingerie or sexuality and sensuality as a Black Woman. Often times pulled so many ways, we are left confused. On top of that, rarely did I see a brand offer plus size lingerie, if they did it did not look sexy at all. Like big bodies don’t wear lingerie to …

Fashion

Last Minute Valentine’s Oufit Ideas !

Are you doing something special for Valentine’s Day? The romantic day can have you pondering what to wear and how to wear it? In today’s post I am sharing 6 outfits I curated for the l’amour…. Valentine’s Day ! From casual to romantic. In addition, there is something for everyone in this TikTok video. By the way, follow me @fashionlayn on TikTok app 🙂 FashionLayn Valentines Outfit Details So you are not sure what your doing to wear for Valentine’s Day? I have 6 affordable looks that can wear for any occasion . Check them out below. Let me know your favorite look in the comment section. Look: Casual & Cute For Valentines day you can always go casual. I am wearing simple thick knit cardigan from H&M. Pairing it off with classic denim jeans from Kut from the Kloth. In addition, you can find these denim jeans from Nordstrom. To get into the spirit of l’amour I added my red heart novelty bag to the look. Top it off with easy lug sole boot from Target Look: Out On The Town Look On the romantic tip, you can always go with draped dress that has asymmetric hem line. This …

Blog, Fashion, Personal

First of February

Happy Monday! Oh wee I am so happy to be out of January. Was it just me or was January the longest month ever? From developing a dairy allergy to having a amazing birthday. January was overwhelming but a lot of good came out of it. Anyway, I am looking forward to having a better time in February. Black History Month and celebrating love! It going to be lit-putting it into the universe. Manifesting! In today’s post, I am reflecting, sharing my personal goals, latest fashion style & trends, and a brief blog note. Lets get into it! Related : First of Janaury… Personal Note/Goals Trying something different… let’s reflect first! Yess, I made it to February. I am so glad to be out of January. I have definitely been on a rough roller coaster. If you follow me on Instagram, click here, I shared on my stories that I develop an allergy to dairy. I am lactose intolerant. Nooo! At the beginning of this year, rapidly I started off getting really sick after eating one of my favorite foods. Cheese bread. I thought maybe it was just bad order. So, maybe I should avoid getting food deliver. Next I …