Mon Jan 7th: Ms. Aikasha is wearing Rachelle the original Leather Store long black leather jacket, Premise Studio black and silver striped rayon turtleneck ribbed sweater, a black pin striped wool blend pleated mini skirt with lace hem (I added the lace) – made in Italy, brand unknown, BCBG black suede/leather peep toe booties and Coach limited edition gold leather tote. A large Veda red pashmina scarf/shawl, large gold/silver tone filagree earrings, 14 carat gold rope chain necklace, and Cynthia Rowley black fishnet hosiery accessorized today’s look.

Notice how the 'self belt' is tied as a tie? It picks up on the 'masculine' pinstripe. I guess a bow would've been a nice contrast too!

Tip: Don't always go with the obvious. The silver sweater stripes doesn't mean the jewelry should also only be silver. Play with the metals: gold, silver, copper, bronze..........have fun with it!
Tip II: Horizontal stripes "DO" make you look wider! It's optical, but very relevant, so be mindful. 

We had dinner at Trattoria Rustica in Montclair, NJ, to celebrate Nyasho's 23rd birthday

From left: Ny, Nyasho (birthday girl), Mo, Oca, and Ade

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