25 ways to wear a Scarf

Denise sent me this:-) enjoy!

Smart: Clip-IT USB Drive

I first saw these Clip-IT USB drives at http://www.busyboo.com.

Image from http://www.busyboo.com/2011/10/02/usb-drive-clipit/

 

Verbatim Clip-IT at amazon.com (Pack of 3 for $25.36)

Wallet: Cheap & Chic?

I like the Ed Hardy Tattoos and I needed  a new black inexpensive wallet, so...............

Ed Hardy Wallet, $10.00

 Interior, SHINY!

All that Glitters is not Gold, LOL


Jahji

Watches

Since I am not the most punctual person and I have decided to work on this personal shortcoming, I have a new found attraction to watches! Every problem has a fashion solution, so here are a few watches...

Wood Watch-I have had this watch for a while, 3-4 years. I dropped it and broke the covering of the face but it still works. I bought it in Ithaca, NY while visiting one of my best friends at one of the stores in Ithaca Commons.

Bling & Stone- I have had this watch for 3-4 months from a local jewelry designer and independent jewelry retailer, Millie P’s. I love watches with hidden faces. If the watch stops working, it can double as a bracelet.

 

Bling  Watch – This is my absolute FAVORITE watch. I know it’s a bit much to wear on a regular basis but I don’t care, I rock it whenever I feel like it! (Another purchase from Millie P’s )

Stay Stylish and be respectful of other people's time...I am working on it:-)

Jahji

Ready Set DC 2011

This weekend was fabulous! Ready Set DC provided three distinct fashion events, the Designer Meet and Greet (drinks and music included) , a full length runway show, and an opportunity to shop the local designer wares.

I made it to Friday's Design Meet and Greet, a mash up of designers (i.e. Somaphony, Art Aya,) bloggers (i.e. MyLifeStyleMude, Flygirls), fashionistas and artists.

Designer Meet and; Greet @ The Dunes Friday Oct 17th, 2011

I missed out on the Fashion Show :-( I had a personal commitment to honor but check out MyLifeStyleMude, they did a cool event and runway recap! I also made it the Shops on Sunday at the Dunes and finally purchased two pieces from Art Aya to add to my collection:a Handmade magazine cluster necklace with sterling silver chain and closure and another interesting multifunctional piece that is currently under construction:-) My friend scored a necklace from pretty people vintage. Since I was in the city, I headed down to H and M to pick up a few black, white and red pieces for the wardrobe. I am feeling this color scheme right now!

H and M( tote,long sleeve T, red mini, black mini) Art Aya (Necklace)

I realize I have to do more picture taking and blogging and less shopping, LOL!!!

Jahji:-)

Stylish at ALL Sizes

I think the biggest misconception is that you have to be a certain size to be considered sexy, smart, and stylish. The most important thing you can do for yourself is be healthy, no matter what your size.  The second most important  thing you can do is look fierce at all times, LOL!!!!!

So, here are 2 links for those who are full-sized or more voluptuous....

GABIFRESH
A fabulous and stylish  full-figured woman who blogs about herself, her style, and her style consulting.


Beauty Full Boutique
A consignment shop in Old Town, Alexandria specializing in women's clothing, size 14 and up.

118 N. Fayette Street
Alexandria, VA 22314

Tuesday–Wednesday 11:00 - 6:00 p.m.
Thursday 11:00 - 8:00 p.m.
Friday - Saturday: 11:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m.
Sunday and Monday: Closed


Old Navy Diva Skinny Jeans
I think I read the reviews in Glamour Magazine while getting my hair done... this jean was listed as a great jean for women of all sizes. They offer size 0-20.

It was Glamour! Here is the link!


You can be sexy, smart, and stylish at any size! Jahji

Readyset DC Fashion Weekend : Oct 14th-16th, 2011

If I could imagine a perfect weekend where I could hobnob with DC Metro area Fashion Designers, see their offerings in a runway fashion show, and get to shop then the Readyset DC Fall/Winter 2011 Fashion Weekend would be it! (They are featuring two of my favorites ArtAya and de nada knits )

Friday, October 14th (Free, Must RSVP)
Designer Meet & Greet
7 pm to 11 pm
The Dunes
1402 Meridian Place NW

Saturday, October 15th ($40.00)
Full Length Runway Show
9 pm to Midnight
Eastern Market North Hall
225 7th Street SE

Sunday, October 16th (Free, Must RSVP)
The Shop
2 to 6pm
The Dunes Gallery
1402 Meridian Place, NW

Get ready for a stylsih weekend!
Jahji

ArtAya & Art All Night Sep 24,2011

On September 24th, the Nation's Capital hosted Art All Night DC, a re-styling of public spaces to incorporate art with all events free to the public.

I attended the fashion show of desinger Dana Ayana Greaves. Her line is called ArtAya.  The show was held at the Shaw Library in NW DC. She always comes up with interesting concepts. This show was really a set of mini-shows that lasted 10-15 minutes. For each mini-show, the pieces were styled in a different way by stylist Brooke Kao. This way all guests could see the pieces AND  see the different ways they could be worn!

ArtAya always sexy, smart, and stylish!

Jahji :-)

H St Festival Sep 17, 2011

  I went to the H St Festival last Saturday and scored these light weight earrings (long metal chain with cardboard(?) covered in fabric) from Tanisha Fulani, $15.00

Business card of Tanisha Fulani of Folk Jewelz

 Suttle Thoughts (one the awesome local go-go bands) performing at H St Festival. Their sound and energy was such  a nice groove. The energy of the festival was welcoming, family friendly, artsy and cool all at once.

 Just a crowd shot at the festival

Supporting local events is always sexy, smart, and stylish!
Jahji

The work week has started. The deluge is over. Maybe I will get a chance to wear one of my little silk dresses before the weather turns too "frio":-) I found these dresses at Ross. Now mind you Ross is NOT one of my fav discount shopping locations, but when I shouldn't be shopping anyway, this establishment provides an opportunity to treasure hunt for dresses-you gotta WORK for a find.


matty m is my new fave: an L.A. based contemporary sportswear and dress collection, targets a sophisticated customer with its inspired soft dressing. A favorite of fashion magazine editors and stylists alike, Matty M has graced over 10 magazine covers and 30 editorial pieces in the last 5 years. Beautiful printed silk and modal...

Olive green silk dress, matty m, $16.99

Olive green silk dress (close up-i LOVE the chain straps)

 another silk dress, matty m, $14.99

I also tried the red "shatter" from OPI. You are supposed to apply the shatter coat over another completely dry nail polish color and I chose white. I tried it all over (left) and just the tip (right) Not too impressed.....

red "Shatter" nail polish by OPI (over white)

Never be scared to try something new, it might be sexy, smart, & stylish!

Jahji