The Fashionista Next Door: Forever 21 Lace Tee + A Little Q&A

I have to be honest, I wasn't really in love with any of these pictures so I almost didn't post them, but that wouldn't be fair, now would it! I actually really loved my outfit but the photos were just ehhhh. I got a new camera on Saturday, finally! I can't believe I have been getting away taking pictures using my iPhone for so long. Well, I'll be losing my lovely photographer when I move so I'll have to learn to take pictures of myself using a real camera and a tripod (insert sad face here). You guys will have to excuse me if my first couple weeks of photos in ATL are a little bland. I always get a lot of compliments on my smile (blushing... THANK YOU GUYS!!!) and I have to tell you guys that those are genuine, LMAO smiles because my photographer and I have such a great time with my little amateur iPhone photo shoots. For my new readers who may not know this, I actually started calling my OOTD posts "Goofy Pics" because I am always laughing hysterically in so many of the pictures. I have gotten better, but one day I need to create a blooper slide show for you guys. I mean the facial expressions associated with my laughter are insane!

An example of the foolishness that occurs during my photo shoots (I can't believe I am posting this.. LOL!!!!)

Anyway, my over sized lace t-shirt from Forever 21 makes a come back today, and this time it's paired with my olive green cargo shorts for a girlie utilitarian inspired look. Recently, our friend Tiffani over at Accidental Chic posted that she just couldn't get into the lace trend because it is a little too lingerie-ish. Well, I don't have to tell you guys that I love lace, but still, I totally know what Ms. Tiffany means. Lace has the potential to go completely and utterly wrong...it is definitely all about the styling! Pairing this lace top with cargo shorts in an earthy color takes the lace from overly sexy to flirty. Lace also works very well with denim... throw on a lace top with jeans, or top it off with a jean jacket or vest. I think the key is juxtaposing the femininity and sexiness of the lace with more casual, androgynous or masculine pieces. Lace is continuing into fall as one of the top trends so finding some great lace options shouldn't be hard. I mentioned to Tiffani that they have some great racer back lace tanks at Target for $14.99, and Forever 21 has a ton of great affordable options too.

I love my little gold bag. There is something so chic about pairing an evening bag with casual day clothes. I know I've said this before, but I just love the look of it. Didn't the bag just complete the whole look? Thanks to whoever ex-communicated this lovely little number from their wardrobe and sold it to the Buffalo Exchange because I love it!

To offset my disappointment with the pictures, I am throwing in a little Q&A. If you're obsessed with reading fashion blogs like me, you may have noticed that there is a fun fashion blogger Q&A game going around. It's been so fun reading everyone's responses to all the random questions. Today, I was pleasantly surprised to see that the fabulous V of Grit & Glamour tagged me! Yippee! I'm so excited to join the fun!

V asks...

Practically everyone is six degrees from a celebrity, political figure, or famous person. Will you explain your six degrees of separation from someone famous?
Hmmm. This is a tough question. I live in LA and a couple of my really close friends work in the entertainment industry so I have had the pleasure of attending some swanky Hollywood parties. I am usually not too impressed with celebrities at these events, but I AM A HUGE BEYONCE fan and was thrilled when I got a chance to attend a birthday party for Solange, and of course B was there!! AHHHH!!! On another note, my family is very involved with CA state government and my grandma knows anybody who's anybody in Sacramento, including Arnold Schwarzenegger... Oh and my uncle was a very good friend of Tupac, and I actually got to meet him when I was in the 3rd grade just before his career took off...

What have you always wanted to do, but haven’t yet?

Travel. Unfortunately, I have never left the country and I am dying to travel... I really, really, really want to go to Italy...and EAT! My fiance' has traveled quite a bit, and he is actually originally from France. Most of his family still lives in France and Martinique so I am looking forward to traveling to meet my new family too.

Your favorite meal is…
Don't laugh at me... beans and rice! LOL :) Seriously, I love it! Especially black beans...

If you could only save one pair of shoes in your closet, which pair would it be, and why?

OMG, ummmm... seriously? Let's go with my Cathy Jean nude pumps because they go with ALMOST everything...almost! (If I had a peep-toe nude pump that would be even better! Maybe I need to invest in a pair? Now that I think about it, how have I gone this long without them? Adding them to my wish list as we speak)

Which handbag would you buy if money were no object?

Honestly, I have always wanted a Speedy 35. I know that is not the most illusive, or expensive bag of all luxury bags, but as of yet I have never been able to afford one so it will definitely be the very FIRST bag I buy when (not if) I can afford to spend $700 on a bag. Once I get that out of the way, I guess I'd have to go with a Birkin. (gotta get the classics under my belt before I graduate to the fancy shmancy bags)

Who is your girl crush?
Ummm overall Beyonce for sure, although lately I have not been feeling her style so much. I'm kind of bored with it, I guess...So, that being said, my current girl crush in the style category is Eva Mendes. She always has the perfect balance of classic and trendy. Her style is timeless and effortless...

What is your vice?
hmmm would shopping be too easy? Okay, if can't pick shopping, then I'm gonna say salty food. I will literally DEVOUR anything resembling a chip or french fry.

Last song you listened to?

Marvin Gaye -- "Got to Give It Up"

This song came on this morning while I was driving to work, and I was literally doing "the bump" with the air. I always dance and sing in my car, and every once in a while I catch the person in the car next to me staring... Lol! At least I keep the windows rolled up when I sing!

So I am supposed to tag more fabulous bloggers and ask some questions of my own, so here it goes! (please don't feel obligated to play!)

Fashion Du Jour

Avid Accents: My DIY Diary

The Art of Accessories

Notes From the Dressing Room

and here are my questions...

What is one food that you could eat over a over again, and never get tired of?
What's in your bag right now? (feel free to omit receipts! Lol!)
Name one, just one item that you are absolutely lusting after for Fall?
What made you start fashion blogging?
What do your friends and family think about your blog?
We've all subscribed to at least one trend, and thought "what was I thinking" in retrospect. For me, I'd have to say Cross Colors top the list. Name one trend you regret wearing?
Do you wear make up on a daily basis? If so, what are your beauty must haves?
How do you feel about leather in the summer (I just can't get into this personally, but it's been a big trend this spring/summer)?

Can't wait to read all your responses!!!

Thanks for stopping by!!!