Everyone may have fall on their minds but I’m over here like Summer isn’t over people!  Therefore shoulders will continue to be bare in the land of the Sunshine State.

I wore this fun fiesta off the shoulder dress while I was in West Palm Beach and it was the perfect ‘fit for frolicking for ice cream at Sloan’s Homemade Luxury Ice Cream.

It might be September but I’m still feeling the summer heat and this dress will be great to have for those warm Indian Summer nights.  

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Two weekends ago I visited my friends in West Palm Beach for a quick getaway.  So Flo stays hot and the trick about style and dress in these parts is too look like you’re on a permanent vacation.  Done and done.

Initially I’ve stayed away from the bare shoulder trend because I loath wearing a strapless bra but I’ve fallen in love with it’s relaxed, effortless feminine charm.

I’ve opted to wear a strapless bra with this number but you can also wear a regular bra with straps and just tuck the straps down so you don’t see them.

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Keeping up with new and trendy styles is my job.  Well not really. It’s a very deep passion of mine but let’s get real.  It can be an expensive habit.  Thanks to Gwynnie Bee I’m able to get the best of both worlds without breaking the bank.

Gwynnie Bee is unlike any fashion subscription because it’s tailored for women sizes 10-32.  You have the ability to pick the right subscription package that’s right for you and your budget.

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Do you think I went a little overboard with the lemon theme in this look?

Yeah.  Me neither.

Honestly, how could you not want all the lemons in the lemon universe in one outfit?!

I first saw my friend the dress version of this lemon print and I immediately went to buy it for myself but unfortunately it was sold out online and in-store.

They only had the skirt available online and I quickly added it to my shopping cart and waited the torturous 3-5 business days until it arrived for it to only hang lonely in my closet.

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One trend that is making a big splash this summer is off-the-shoulder tops and dresses.  I love seeing the modest amount of bare skin with a beautiful ruffled neckline but it’s been tough trying to find the right one that works for my body type.  

I don’t really like to show off my shoulders because I have indentations on them from bra straps being well endowed in the chest area.

Nevertheless, I was determined to find a happy medium where I could wear the trend and still be comfortable in my own skin.

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New York — The city that never sleeps and the city that I always get lost in.  Metaphorically and literally.

As much as I love this city I can never seem to get a handle on it.  No matter how many times I go I always feel like I’m upside down and get lost on the subway and spend a ridiculous amount of money on ubers and taxis trying to get home.

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So Summer in Florida means hot days, afternoon storms, and humidity all the time.  So getting dressed can pose a dilemma because you typically have to choose between comfort and style.  

But this gingham print dress from Leota New York is perfect because it’s super cute and classic with it’s wrap design and the stretchy light fabric is beyond comfortable and will keep you cool and chic during those hot summer nights.

I’m 5’4 wearing a 3X and the hem falls just above my knees.

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Wear Sseko.  Send a girl to college. 

Meet Successor.  She is my Sole Sister and has an amazing story.  

She is one of 7 kids and is totally a pro in front of the camera.  (Does she sound like anyone you know?!)

Successor is a Sseko Woman and has overcome many challenges to attend school but remains determined.

 She wants to study ethics and human rights.  

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How can you not appreciate a floral dress this time of year especially when it’s mixed with a lovely checkered print?!  I’ve partnered with Simply Be showcasing a spring look that’s perfect for brunch or high tea with the ladies. 

Have you received your copy of Simply Be’s Spring Catalog?!  The glossy fashion filled pages will leave you with heart eyes (insert appropriate emoji here)!

I’ve tagged up my catalog with my faves and a lot of them are dresses — surprising?!  

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A few weeks ago I met Charlie.  Charlie Brown that is.  He’s a 4 month old pure bread Dalmatian and it was love at first woof.

I had a minor Cruella moment and wanted to style a look inspired by Charlie’s natural spots and I was fortunate to have Charlie Brown join me in this style shoot.

He was such a good boy and a natural in front of the camera.  

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How sharp and sweet is a two piece set?!  It’s multi functional, smart and cute to boot!  Simply Be nailed it with this crop top/full skirt combo in an amazing and bold floral print. 

I am immediately attracted to crop top sets because I can get so much wear from just on particular look.  But wearing this duo together is boldly feminine flower bomb print with a bit of cheekiness.  Only baring a sliver of belly for modest flare.

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Don’t wait till Spring to sport pretty soft pastels!   They give a dreary winter wardrobe the perfect pretty pick me up!

Back in middle school I was obsessed with baby blue.  I think I wore it for the general part of 7th grade.

It was the 90’s and Michael Jordan had just done Space Jam and he was everywhere!  But instead of gravitating to Chicago Bull Red I connected with his Alma Mater color of North Carolina Blue.  

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