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FALL TRANSITIONAL PIECE: OLIVE TRENCH COAT BY PINK BLUSH

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Outfit Details

Olive Waterfall Trench Duster (linked similar)!

SP Black Fringe boyfriend jeans under $35!

Lace up leopard sandals (old, linked similar)

Black Fringe Backpack (old, linked similar)

Target Aviator Sunglasses

MAC “Whirl” lipstick (my new fav!)

Hey loves!

Dallas weather is so unpredictable. One day its 80 degrees in November and the next the high is 50! I like transitional pieces for this reason, to stay covered up! I’m a Midwest girl and I just believe in always having a little jacket to keep covered when the weather can’t make up its mind. I don’t have to catch the pneumonia just because Dallas can’t get it together! No ma’am! So I am totally loving this lightweight olive trench from Pink Blush Maternity! Pink Blush is a fabulous online boutique that offers versatile pieces that all of you stylish mommies can wear from pregnancy to motherhood! Now isn’t that nice?! Lord knows I wish I knew about this store when I was pregnant with Camille. This olive trench would have given me so much life!

Now no, your girl isn’t pregnant. Although we are hoping to try next year! But, anyways I find the concept of PINK BLUSH to be so on point. When I was pregnant with Camille, I only had about 5 pieces of maternity wear because I just couldn’t find anything stylish and didn’t want to waste money. I mean I know I was pregnant and all but I still believe in slaying even still! lol. Imagine finding cute pieces you can wear from pregnancy into motherhood, so easy right?! Right! As soon as I pulled this olive trench out of the packaging I knew it was meant to be! The fit and comfort of this thing is just perfect! I even wore it for a night out with my girls. I was cute y’all, cute!!

What transitional pieces are your favorite? Are you feeling this olive trench coat? I know I am!

I am going to try to post Thursday but y’all know its Thanksgiving and what not! I’ll be busy cooking in the kitchen. If you don’t hear from me before then, have a fabulous Thanksgiving! I am SOOOO thankful for you all!!

Outfit Details

* Pink Blush Olive Trench under $60!

SP Black Fringe boyfriend jeans under $35!

Zara lace up leopard sandals (old, linked similar) under $50!

Zara Fringe Backpack (old, linked similar) under $25!

Target Aviator Sunglasses

MAC “Whirl” lipstick (my new fav!)

Photography: Victoria Blitshtein Photography

Disclaimer: Alwayz Fashionably Late may also participate in sponsored posts. Outfit Items marked with (*) have been provided courtesy of Pink Blush Maternity! Please trust that all views and opinions provided are my own! I strive on being completely honest with my readers and audience!

November 21, 2016 0 comment

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How to Style a Graphic Tee- Detroit Vs. Everybody!

written by tanika Green

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It’s Thursday! This week has flown by and I am happy about it. I think today’s look is definitely up there as one of my favorites. I absolutely love graphic tees. A graphic tee allows you to be creative and expressive.Unsure of how to style a graphic tee? Keep it simple! You can never have too many if you ask me! You can pretty much wear this look anywhere, even for Valentine’s Day if you like. I bought this hot pink leather moto jacket last year and sadly its no longer available in this particular color. I thought it would be fun to add a pop of color to this look and I really feel its the icing on the cake. You guys know I will throw on my favorite boyfriend jeans and fringe boots with just about anything. I think this outfit came together perfectly. Don’t you?

If you didn’t know, I was born and raised in Detroit, Michigan. It is a place that is near and dear to my heart. I know the Detroit you may hear about on the news sounds unsettling. And that it is. But, growing up it was my home. And there is no place like it. When I tell people I am from Detroit, they are usually surprised. I suppose we all have our thoughts on our expectations of people and where they’re from. I guess because of what they have heard, they expect someone from Detroit would act or behave a certain way. I’m not really offended. But, you most definitely can’t talk down on my city to me!! lol. I always will represent proudly where I am from!!

This tee speaks volumes about my city, my home. Most times, it does feel like Detroit vs Everybody. The challenges my city faces are definitely difficult. But, the memories I have growing up in “Tha D” always makes me smile. I remember when I was little, playing in the park at Belle Isle across from my grandmother apartment, Easter egg hunts at my church, riding my bike in my neighborhood and getting ice cream at our neighborhood ice cream shop. My high school, Martin Luther King Jr. Sr. is one of the top three high schools in the city. The memories I have of my classmates and teachers are priceless. Cruising downtown with my friends, the summer music festivals at Hart Plaza and eating delicious food in Greektown on a warm summer night. My mom was a community activist and worked hard at rebuilding the neighborhood and serving the community. Everyone knew Mrs. Taylor! She would take me with her to the community meetings and activities. She showed me what its truly is like to give back to your community and to be selfless as well. Looking back, I can appreciate those moments. Her love for the city was truly grand and she loved every second of the work she had done. My mother passed away five years ago. My dad is still there in the home I was raised in. I haven’t visited home since I’ve had my daughter. I’m tearing up a bit writing this post because the memories of home are so vivid and strong. Even though I live in Dallas now, there is truly no place like home. Detroit, I am rooting for you! And I love you.

Outfit Details-

Hot Pink Leather Moto Jacket– Nordstrom

(no longer available in pink)

here’s one similar)

Hot Pink Leather Moto Jacket– Neiman Marcus

White, Cold Shoulder Blouse– ASOS

Detroit Vs. Everybody Tee

Ripped, Boyfriend Jeans– American Eagle

Fringe, Black Booties– Zara

(no longer available) linked Super similar

“Celine” style Handbag– JustFab (old)

linked similar

Gold, Cord Bracelets– H&M

Michael Kors Rose Gold Watch– Nordstrom’s

Photography- Angie Garcia

February 4, 2016 0 comment

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Edgy and Chic Valentine’s Day Look!

written by tanika Green

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Happy Sunday! With Valentine’s Day just around the corner its time to peep into your closet and put together a stylish look! If you’re like me, when date night rolls around or special occasions like Valentine’s I always draw a blank on what to wear. More like hating everything in my closet and wonder where are my tops, dresses and everything else lol. So this time around, I thought ahead and managed to put together an edgy look, but yet chic look for you. This simple silk, one shoulder top is absolutely perfect for a special night and can you believe I found it on thredUp? thredUp is a wonderful site where you can find gently used or like new clothing by great brands at a fabulous price! This gorgeous top, along with my favorite ripped, boyfriend jeans and my favorite camel coat makes for an easy outfit. Throw on some great jewelry and you’re good to go!

Oh, if you haven’t seen my previous post wearing a fabulous red, one shoulder jumpsuit, make sure you do. Its a stunner!

Outfit Details-

Camel, funnel neck coat– ASOS

Club Monaco One Shoulder Top c/o thredUP

Ripped Boyfriend Jeans– American Eagle

Studded Snakeskin Pump– Steve Madden

Black “Uptown” Tote– Henri Bendel

West 57th Small Turnlock Leather Satchel

(style no longer available, linked similar)

Fringe Earrings– BaubleBar

Pave Ring– Sole Society

(no longer available)

Druzy Bracelets– Lilly & Ivory and H.M. Willow

Photography: Angie Garcia

February 1, 2016 9 comments

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KEEPING IT SIMPLE: EASY, SOPHISTICATED LOOK!

written by tanika Green

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Hi there! So glad you stopped by the blog today. I’m keeping it pretty “simple” in today’s look. A military style jacket, cozy turtleneck and ripped boyfriend jeans all come together for this easy, sophisticated look. You could wear this anywhere and look pulled together and amazing! I’m not sure if I ever shared, but Olivia Palermo (from the old MTV reality show “The City”) is my “style icon” and all time favorite fashionista. I always feel that she gets it “right!” So this look is inspired by her! Her looks are simple, but yet so chic and sophisticated. If you are not familiar with her, Google her!! She can literally do no wrong when it comes to fashion in my eyes…

Who is your “style icon?”

Jacket- H&M (under $25!!)
Turtleneck- Forever 21(old)
similar here and here (both under $20!)
Jeans- American Eagle also love these!
Shoes- Zara (no longer available) try these!
Handbag- JustFab (old) similar
X ring- Baublebar
Red Lip- Too Faced -“Velvet”Photo Credit: An Extraordinary Affaire

January 24, 2016 2 comments

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Reversible Cape and Over The Knee Boot Please!

written by tanika Green

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Hi there friends! One thing is for certain, I have been a girl all about capes and ponchos this fall/winter season. They are quick and easy to throw on and make a quick outfit. For me, I have to find one that is the perfect length that allows my legs to show and give me a bit of height. This ASOS cape does just that! It is a bit wide on me, so I used a skinny belt to create some shape and flare. Also, this cape is REVERSIBLE! So you get two looks for one cape, great buy if you ask me!! I am also wearing my favorite Over The Knee boot this season, the “Gorgeous” boot by Steve Madden! It is the PERFECT dupe for the Stuart Weitzman “Highland” boot. For under $150, I have no problem indulging in this look for less option.

Have you participated in the cape trend? What do you think of it?

Check out my previous looks wearing some great cape options here, here and here!

Outfit Details

Cape- ASOS under $40!!

Jeans- Forever 21(old) similar here

Boots- Steve Madden “Gorgeous” here and here

Handbag- JustFab (old)

super similar here and love this color!

X Ring- Baublebar

Hoop Earrings- (old) NEED these!

January 21, 2016 2 comments

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Polka Dot’n around!

written by tanika Green

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Hi Friends! It’s been a crazy two weeks for me. My little one Camille turned one last week and her birthday celebration was this past weekend. I am sorry I have not been in touch for a bit.

I hope you enjoyed my most recent post on “How to Take ‘Perfect’ Family Pictures”. I ask that you share it with friends and family because I think its important to really understand how moments like those are already made perfect! So often, we get caught up in the right pose, is everyone smiling, basically is everything picture perfect? There is no need to strive for perfection when your family is all together as one. How blessed are we for that reason, right?!

This is a short post, I will have another for you Sunday where I provide more deets and photos as to what I wore in our family pics. I hope you have a fabulous weekend!

Oh, and these shoes though?! Amazing!

Outfit Details: Peep shoulder blouse- ASOS Jeans- American Eagle Shoes- Aldo Handbag- JustFab (no longer available, but similar here) Necklace- (no longer available but similar) Ily Couture Earrings- Sole Society Watch- Michael Kors Ring-Sole Society

August 27, 2015 20 comments

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Make Me Brunch -But, no really!

written by tanika Green

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I don’t know about where you live, but here in Dallas we are serious about our brunch!!! I absolutely love to eat, that coupled with a yummy mimosa and I am down! When I saw this tee at Kohls I knew I had to have it for my brunch attire. For a casual brunch, I like to keep the look easy but make the look a little special with accessories or shoes. I think this outfit definitely fits the bill. A comfy t-shirt and boyfriend jeans to hide all of the pancake, crepe or french toast goodness that I consume. The cute wedges makes me look like my life is together and that I still got it even as a mommy lol. A few of my favorite brunch spots in Dallas are Breadwinners, Whiskey Cake, Del Frisco Grill and Smoke. Definitely check those places out if you’re ever in my neck of the woods!

See you soon for another post!!

Outfit Details: Brunch T- Shirt- Kohls Jeans- American Eagle and BOGO 50% Off!! Shoes- Steve Madden (old) but here are some super cute ones I love here, here and these wedges right here tho’? Handbag- Aldo (old) Bracelet- Love Andrea’s Closet Watch- Michael Kors Earrings- Sole Society Sunnies- Aldo’s but craving these Diane Von Furstenburg’s!

August 16, 2015 0 comment

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Denim Takeover!

written by tanika Green

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This look is one that you see on Pinterest and you pin thinking I’m gonna try it. Well I did, and I must say I do like!!! I find that when doing all over denim, they don’t have to match exactly. But, I do like having one of the denims a little darker then the other so that the contrast isn’t too much. I decided to add pops of pinks in the mix to make it, you know a summer outfit! Now, this look may work only for cool summer days as I live in Dallas and its a darn heat trap down here. So staying cool is key, you can always switch the top out for sleeveless, or a denim skirt would be super cute as well.

Have you embraced the all denim look yet? How do you like to wear it to make it stand out?

Can’t wait to chat with you again Tuesday regarding some “Style Cravings!”

Outfit Details: Chambray Shirt Forever 21 Jeans- American Eagle Purse- Michael Kors Shoes- BCBGeneration Studded Leather wristband- H&M old but like this too! Spike Bracelet- Baublebar

July 5, 2015 2 comments

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Ripped Jeans

FALL TRANSITIONAL PIECE: OLIVE TRENCH COAT BY PINK BLUSH

How to Style a Graphic Tee- Detroit Vs. Everybody!

Edgy and Chic Valentine’s Day Look!

KEEPING IT SIMPLE: EASY, SOPHISTICATED LOOK!

Reversible Cape and Over The Knee Boot Please!

Polka Dot’n around!

Make Me Brunch -But, no really!

Denim Takeover!