Style Crush: Toni J.

I must confess I was crushing on Toni Jackson's outfit today during my interview with her for the (soon to come) relaunching of her fashion blog! For the last several months she's been a busy gal- from graduating with her Fashion Marketing degree to being a recent wardrobe intern with BET in NYC, Toni has had a lot going on and has loved every minute of it. Today she was looking city chic in a pair of strappy sandals and boyfriend jeans- 2 of my top 5 picks for summer trends under $100. Find out the details of this fashionista's outfit and look forward to her upcoming posts!

THE LOOK

Top, H&M

Jacket, Theory

Boyfriend jeans, ASOS

Sandals, Zara

STS is Guest Bloggin'

Honored to be featured as a guest blogger on emcmike.com! Check out my post about the latest shoot I worked on as well as some of the other great style content the site has to offer! Click the link below to read the rest of the article!
http://emcmike.com/vivid-fantasy-a-sneak-peek-from-the-creativdirector/

5 Summer Trends Under $100

5 Summer Trends Under $100 by thefiercefashionista featuring norma kamali sunglasses

Today's Look: Tuesday Schmoozeday

A modern rock inspired approach to 1920s flapper flair.

THE LOOK

Dress, H&M

Art deco fringe vest by Line & Dot from Gusto Boutique

Handbag, Guess?

Ankle strap platform pumps, Shoedazzle

MAKEUP

Color Sensational lipstick by Maybelline in 'Madison Mauve' 

Lash Stiletto mascara by Maybelline
Purple shadows by Tarte

Mac blush in 'Warm Soul'

Smashbox 'Broze Lights Bronzeur' contour

Mac skinfinish in 'Soft & Gentle'

SONG
Is You Is or Is You Ain't My Baby' by Dinah Washington (Remix)

New Adventures Await

I've got a tingling in my toes and a flutter in my heart. Just 7 more days until I start my internship with Seventeen Mag and it feels like true love!

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The Best White Skinnies for Summer

In order to help you all keep your summer sexy, I've come up with a list of some of my favorite brands that carry those white skinnies you've been longing for (all under $200)!

The Best White Skinnies for Summer by thefiercefashionista featuring super skinny jeans

BRANDS

Seven for All Mankind

Guess?

Levi's

Miss Me

Cheap Monday

Mango 

Zara

Current Obsession

These shades from Nordstrom's contemporary BP collection, $12

Today's Look

Today is all about being simply chic. While I often love to amp up my outfits with pops of color and accessories, I decided to keep this look more minimal. I love how this top brings out my green eyes and the white skinnies adds a crisp freshness to the look. Keeping it soft with lots of curls, I'm ready for whatever the day brings.

THE LOOK

Button up top, Nordstrom

White skinnies, Yumi

Metallic sandals, Nine West

MAKEUP

Haute & Nautghty mascara by Mac

'Crazy for Coffee' lipstick by Maybelline

'Sumptuous Olive' shadow by Mac + 'Busted' shadow by Urban Decay (Naked 2 palette)

Double TIme

Braids are the perfect solution for carefree summer hair.

Today's Look: How to Wear a Dark Lip During the Day

Secret: To wear a sultry, dark lip during the day, keep the rest of the face minimal.

HAIR

Sleek, ballerina bun

MAKEUP

'Perfect Plum' by Maybelline Color Sensational

THE LOOK

Top, Xhiliration from Target

Metallic reptilian print skirt, Express

Metallic sandals, Nine West  

Teaser: Vivid Fantasy Shoot

As a freelance stylist in Charlotte, I have had many opportunities to collaborate with very talented individuals and use fashion as my tool to translate my visions. It seems I’m always thinking, creating, and exploring new ways to self-express, whether it is through my own personal style or when I get to play dress up with models. That’s what I think is so great about the fashion industry, no matter your age, you never have to stop playing dress up. Anyways, I had been planning this particular shoot that I was involved with this past week for a few months- very excited to put on the hats of both creative director and wardrobe stylist in studio in NC and on location just over the border in the Palmetto State. There were several different elements that went into the inspiration for this shoot which then developed into the concept of a character our model would portray: the ethereal glam goddess who has traveled through time and space to find herself discovering her human form here on earth, but not without bringing some supernatural abilities and an undeniable anarchic attitude along with her. It was all about bright hues, and 1960s classic, but edgy flair with a consistent extraterrestrial theme. Also in the mix were body con dresses, Lana del Rey inspired hair, smoke bombs, and celestial projections- just a taste of what brought together the ethereal feel I was going for. While I can’t divulge the final shots and video just yet (as they are in the works of being published) I wanted to share some of my behind the scenes instagrams. More to come soon! 

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Surviving NYC: Purse Must-Haves

A girl's handbag is her secret weapon, and if packed appropriately it can hold everything she needs to overcome any of the day's challenges. In the city, you always have to be prepared for the unexpected so you can be ready to embrace all it has to offer with your mind already at ease. Let your bag be your new BFF by packing it with the items I've come up with on the list below.

3 Ways to a Coral Prom

Coral Prom by thefiercefashionista featuring cocktail prom dresses