RUFFLED UP IN BLACK !!

Happy Monday loves!!! Can you believe that January is over already!Wow. 

I hope you all made the most of this month. I made quite a number of decisions this month and took several steps in the right direction this month and I can't wait for what February has to offer. 

Let's focus on positivity this year my loves. I really hope that you can take every situation as a learning experience. 

CALL ME MS GRAY IN THE FALL!! SHADES OF GRAY!!

I cannot emphasize my love for the fall season. Having to play around with different outfits styles and making an effort to layer and make it loove stylish and well put together. Ahhhhh!! Life has been given. 

In todays post, im serious guys dont call me Ms Essien, my name is now Mrs is Gray. lol not Just  joking. Can you see this monochromatic perfection in this post. I have come to accept that in styling you dont have to have all the colors right, in fact, i prefer little contrasts here and there.

Ive paired this gray mock neck midi dress with this ankle sock shoe. For the extra chilly days i have thrown on this comfy gray jacket. I love how all the shades of gray work together. 

To be honest, I will be wearing these outfits and styles this fall and these are definitely some of my fall wardrobe staples so you will be seeing my style a lot of midi dresses this season, best said now before it seems like breaking news ... I am too dry ...lol.

I hope you enjoyed reading this post. Also, leave a comment below stating what your fall wardrobe staples are.

Thank you for stopping by today! See more pictures and outfit details below.

METALLICS x SHADES OF GRAY (HOWISTYLEDIT is One)

Hello loves, Happy  almost friday to you all. I promise you its been a very stressful week for me, to the point where i kept procrastinating my blog posts. 

I have good news to share with you all. October is the month that HowIstyledit turned one yay!!. Even though technically i created this blogsite two years ago, proper handwork and effort only started two years ago. In celebration i have this You balloons  and i hope you like them.

In todays,sharing my love for this metallic skirt and gray shades. Lately ive been going back to my old obsessions. Colors like grays, nudes, burgundy and white are my go to during the fall season. I found myself styling gray outfits lately, sorry in advance guys if i suddenly goes all gray in here. 

Ive paired the perfect sweater with this metallic skirt from +boohoo.com  very affordable and gorgeous. I also paired this look with these different shades of gray clutch and shoes. This loo was pretty easy to put together based on the fact that initially i was skeptical about styling metallics. This outfit is just perfect for fall, throw on a coat and you are ready to slay with the perfect layers.

Read what you need to know about blogging from my two years and counting experience. 

BODYCON CHOKER DRESS x BOMBER JACKET; FEW THRIFTHING SECRETS !!

 Ever thought about the perfect Bodycon dress paired with the most gorgeous vintage bomber jackets? thats what todays post is all about.

Ild be sharing three secrets on how i get key fashionable and trendy pieces from thrifting (thrift/charity store).

Opps!! let me check on you all, i hope you had an amazing weekend. Mine was pretty basic just me typically resting, watching Netflix and eating loads of food ... continue reading to see more pictures, outfit details and top secrets on how to successfully thrift great pieces like my bomber jacket.

GOT MY FALL GLOW ON! FEEL BEAUTY PRODUCT REVIEW!!

Happy Fridays lovelies!! I hope you are all excited about the weekend. In today's post I'm sharing my love for these amazing beauty products by @feelbeauty. I got sent two products to review. One is a hair product (Beachy) which is a complete texture mist. The other is a self tanning glow kit (Glowing) which helps enhance and stimulate melanin.

Because I already have enough melanin. lol I have been using his product to even out my skin tone and trust me it actually gives me that extra glow that I need/would be needing this fall/winter season when the sun goes into hiding.

Beachy(hair mist) review;  The hair mist helped with the texture of my low cut natural hair. Especially when I'm on the go and don't feel like wearing my wig, I spray the mist on and move it around with my fingers, after allowing it to air dry my hair looks gorgeous. This mist actually softens the hair which is why I love it.

GLOWING (Self Tanning); I love having that evenly toned skin with that extra glow. This product has got me feeling extremely beautiful inside and out. I showed the process in pictures of how I got the perfect glow using this product. I had a sugar scrub with my homemade sugar and coconut oil scrub , before applying this product. Let's talk about this below!!!

FOR THE LOVE OF NAVY x RUFFLES x COMFORT!!!

Happy Hump Day my lovelies!! I hope everyone's having a great day so far. I personally took today off and ild be spending some time with my family and shopping as well. 

In today's, post i am sharing my love for all things Navy, ruffle and comfort. Lets talk about comfort a little bit. Its all about being free from pain or constraints, which heartbreaking for me to say but truthfully, high heeled shoes bring. 

This look is all about being stylish yet comfortable hence, my flat pair of shoes. If you've been following me on this journey, you would know i have a thing for wearing the color blue particularly Navy blue.

Which brings me to this point where i share my short story about HOW I HAVE RESTYLED ALL THIS PIECES.

During the summer i purchased this ruffle off the shoulder top from +boohoo.com . I also purchased this navy pant in a coord set from +ASOS . What other time but fall to style both pieces. This fall shades of blue are really in and i must remind you that i was totally out of outfit ideas for this look. When i figured out what i wanted to style i reminded myself that sometimes i want to look casual but still be a stunner. I will be sharing how i am able to recycle my clothing in another post.

I also paired this outfit with a red bag, great contrast i think. What are your thoughts? My oversized Celine style glasses from @fxshnjunkestore has also been a winner for me lately. This outfit can be worn casually and as always if you want to switch it up, just put on a pair of high heeled shoes, roll down the ankle and you are good to go.

I hope you enjoyed reading todays post. See more pictures and outfit details below!!! 

Thank you for stopping by today!! xoxo

BLACKOUT; BOMBER xJUMPSUIT x DURAG

Hello loves, happy almost Friday!! Yes!! Whenever I get to Thursday I'm already excited about the weekend. Is it just me ? lol. 

In today's post , I'm sharing my love for this all black look. A brief story about how I got this onesie/jumpsuit. I entered for a giveaway by (FXSHNJUNKESTORE) and voila! I won ....

Have you ever seen an outfit that you instantly know how to style at first sight?

That's the exact feeling I had when I got hold of this piece. I was going for a hood/ badass chic type of vibe. My DURAG has made its appearance too.

As  you all know it's sweater weather/bomber jacket season hence, I paired this outfit with my bomber for more comfort.

What are those!!! You asked about my shoes. They are DIY sock shoes I made by following instructions from @thenuvogue on  Instagram. Love them !! 

This outfit is one of my favorite at the moment. Love how well put together this outfit turned out... Hehehehe .  stay stylish and see more  pictures below .

PEPLUM PANTS x PEPLUM SLEEVED TOP!!

Hello loves, I hope you all had a great weekend . So I was a little MIA this weekend. Spent most of my time researching outfit ideas for the fall season. 

Tell me what styles and outfits you would love to see me style this fall season. 

Today's, outfit is yet another glamorous one. Yes!! You guessed right, by @labelss___ on Instagram. Currently loving all things by labels and I will be working with labels to create my outfits for my brand to you all. 

I've styled this peplum sleeved top and pant, popularly called the flare sleeves. This outfit showcases two main colors that are considered hot this fall army green and nude/camel. 

This outfit can be worn to different occasions and I promise you this period I'm sharing my own styles that I would have loved to  wear at New York fashion week ( if I had attended). Yes that occasion/event!! Lol

I paired this outfit with a nude pair of pumps and a nude pair of sunnies. Trust me, I really don't want to say goodbye to summer but I'm so ready for fall. I have a couple of fall collaborations coming up soon and can't wait to share with you guys soon. 

Meanwhile, what are thoughts on this outfit? I really want to know. Please leave a comment in the comment section below. Also read TEN FACTS about me below.

As always stay stylish and thank you so much for stopping by today !!Xoxo

(ANKARA MIX AND MATCH) GOODBYE SUMMER!! HELLO FALL!!

          Last day of summer (2016) has me feeling some type of way!! Its like that love hate relationship I have with Whoppers chocolate just because i cant get my hands on some Maltesers. Summer sixteen has truly been a memorable one. Although I hate to say goodbye, i certainly have too.

 Scratch that sad introduction!! lol. I am so happy that one of my favorite seasons is here already. So many fall styles and colors are already giving me so much life and i cant wait to style fall outfits.

          Also i have some collaborations coming up soon on the blog with some amazing fashion bloggers this fall!1 im so excited about it!!

     Lets talk about today's outfit. Posted this look on Monday but only got around to blog it today. My complete outfit is by @labels___ by rhallykhan on Instagram. Its safe to say that i am a brand ambassador and definitely recommend that you try them out.

    This  look works well for any event, talk about versatility!! Also im looking to incorporate more African print styles on the blog. 

        So tell me what do you guys think about incorporating more African print outfits?

I love how the fabric has this fingerprints print. Mixing and matching is also an interesting aspect of styling for me, totally love this look. I have paired this outfit with my favorite ninewest sandals. They are so comfortable and stylish im all for that.

       I hope you enjoyed reading today's post. Leave comments below!! See more pictures and outfit details below.
                                       
                                            Thank you for stopping by today!!

PUFFY SLEEVES x AZTECH PRINT MIDI SKIRT!!! + FALL STYLE TRENDS!!

       Fall is just around the corner. This fall season you can expect to see some metallic, velvet, offtheshoulder/coldshoulder styles, menswear/embroidery details, florals (who would have thought this will be a fall fave), faux fur, leathers/pleathers, jumpers, streetwears, statement chokers, embellished capes, chunky heels/soles , including sleeves of all kinds  flare, bell sleeves, ruffles and my gorgeous puffy sleeved top.  

      As much as i am looking to try out this trends, i am really hoping to try out the unexpected combinations and nail the look. So stay tuned!
   
                                           So tell me loves,  what trends this fall will you be rocking ?

       My Puffy sleeve top is another @labels___ item and I absolutely love it. I have paired t with my extra midi aztech print skirt from burlinton one of my favorite stores. This skirt color is just perfect for this season. Ild share a quick secret! its probably #TMI but heres what happened to me while selecting this outfit.
                               
           What will you do when you plan an outfit, you get to your location and it turns out that the outfit isnt as put together as you thought. lol... Well what i simply did was redo the shoot because i knew i could do better with this look and here you go guys!!! Tell me what you think below.

  I need to begin my summer to fall looks transitioning process but that is not working out as its still very hot in Htown.... Not to worry the boots will soon start showing up.

 So many fun things to come on the blog and i am looking to re brand and redesign my blog to be user and visitor friendly enough for you my readers.

    Back to this outfit, You can wear to any occasion or even a casual outing. Again this is a versatile outfit and I'm all about versatility. I hope you enjoyed reading this post. What are your thoughts ehn!! tell me in the comment section below.

     Stay stylish!! See more pictures and outfit details below.As always thank you for stopping by today!!!

STRIPED JUMPSUIT x FLARED SLEEVES

Hello loves, happy mid week if I may say so ... Can't believe how fast this month in particular has gone by. I still remember my happy new month at the beginning of September ...whew!! 

In today's post I'm sharing my love for the cutest jumpsuit ever. Again it's by the amazing @labels__ I love everything about this look. I can totally say this is definitely my style. 

The stripes are perfect for fall, the way that the white and red are infused on the outfut really works well.  The jumpsuit is a plunge neckline which I appreciate. Although, it might have been a little to much for someone with my body type.

This jumpsuit can be worn to different  occasions, it's so perfect I love it... My jumpsuit is by @labels__ , My shoes by primark and as you might have notice my favorite sunnies by Elie Tahari.

I hope you enjoyed reading this posts. See more picture below.. 

STYLE DUPLICATE!! Featuring ???

Happy holidays to my Muslim readers. Happy Monday to everyone. I hope you are all able to seize every moment of today, i am sure mondays are not usually the best as it is always hectic and stressful. My advice will be to make the most out of every situation or day.

Welcome to this new segment on my blog. Its the Style Duplicate segment where i share outfits inspired by celebrities or anyone that i find very stylish. I will be giving detailed information about where you can get my complete look below as always. I hope you enjoy this new segment as it is supposed to motivate you to get the similar styles for less.

Today's style duplicate is the gorgeous Toke Makinwa. The gorgeous and fashionable media personality in Nigeria. Her style is impeccable and i loved this particular look the offtheshoulder top and the ripped jeans scream gorgeous. Shades of blue work perfectly, i think we certainly have a ting for blues. This segment is going to be interactive as i will be giving you the opportunity to make suggestions about the outfits and the way they are styled.

Do you like this outfits?

Would you style it differently?

What would you change about either of the looks?

Any general suggestions you have about this segment, please live it in the comment section below?

I hope you enjoyed reading this post. See more pictures and outfit details below.

Thank you for stopping by today!!

THE PERFECT RIP x SHADES OF BLUE x NYFW

Hey loves, lets talk about this gorgeous outfit as i start my week in shades of blue (my favorite color to style). But first, lets talk about #NYFW (New York Fashion Week) that i am not  attending .

Every bloggers dream is to be at the peak of their blogging career and one of the many dreams is to go to the different fashion weeks, don't worry guys soon as i am well prepared i will definitely love to attend one all of these fashion weeks.

Ive seen a lot of fashion week presentations that have had me all '' Love struck'', and i will be sharing my thoughts on my favorites. I have been live streaming since i didn't make it.

Its obvious that i am still enjoying the sunshine while it lasts hence, my constant love for anything offtheshoulder or coldshoulders.  

In today's post i am talking about this gorgeous top tailor made by my gorgeous friend who owns the brand @labels__ on Instagram, definitely check her page out for more inspiration and bespoke outfits.

I have paired my gorgeous top with my favorite ripped jeans. I love how i am able to switch the different shades of blue. I have found blue to be one of the best colors that work well with my skin tone.. I always emphasize styling outfits that work well with your skin tone.

My shoes are a pastel blue shade as well, which works perfectly as a transition color as it goes closely with my top. I always say that my style and the kind of look i go for is usually very versatile, in the sense that you can wear  it to different occasions or even slay casually.

I am starting a new segment on the blog, more like im restarting this segment its called style duplicate. I will be duplicating a celeberity style or outfit an tell you whaere you can get the same outfits or similar. So stay tuned!!

I hope you enjoyed reading this post. As always thank you for stopping by today!! See more pictures and outfit details below... xoxo

DRANK SOME LEMONADE!!! OFFTHESHOULDER x DETACHABLE SLEEVES!!

Happy Labor day loves!! ive been MIA and i promise you it was not intentional. I guess I got a little caught up with personal stuff and if you have been in Houston lately its been raining nonstop.

I also needed a little time to think about certain aspects of my life especially personal growth and development. Trust me its been really tough but certainly one of the best things that happened to me.

In today's post im sharing my love for a Nigerian brand #Labelsbyrhallykhan. A brand that is owned by my friend and I am very proud of. I will be working to grow this brand more hence I will be posting a lot of outfits by this brand add @labels__  on instagram to purchase outfits by this brand.

Lets talk about this lemonade that i draink lol drank... This lemon outfit is everything.Its hard to find the perfect outfits lately but this unique piece by labels is everything.The fact that one top can be worn several ways is just so amazing. The sleeves are detachable and also it can be worn as a monostrap top.

I paired this outfit with my gorgeous shoes by Ninewest. I love how comfortable they are. I practically wore them for twenty two hours yesterday.

How gorgeous is this outfit perfect for transitioning into the fall season. One of my favorite season because that when you know the style differences as its not as easy to layer and still be fashionable so hey you gotta outdo yourself ..lol

I hope you all enjoyed reading this post. Dont forget to contact #labels to purchase your own piece. Leave your comments below on your thoughts about this outfit. Yes i drank a little too much lemonade, and you can join me too if you say yes to this lemon outfit by labels__.

See more pictures and outfit details below. Also have a look at how this outfit can be worn three ways below. 

Thank you for stopping by today!!!

FRILLS x PEACH!!

Happy Monday loves, I hope you are all have a great start of the week. I promise you i am getting really busy lately but i wont neglect what I love doing (blogging) especially not you my readers.

In todays post ive styled this gorgeous frill top from my Instagram store @styledbydsis  and this tailored to fit pant by @ellamopatrick on instagram.

I initially planned on pairing this pants with a berry off the shoulder top which screams fall more but i decided to style this gold top as i didnt get the berry top that did justice to this pair of pants as i wanted.

This look is very timeless. I can wear it to any occasion and also the frill top can be worn both ways as an off the shoulder top or this strapless one as i have styled it.

Pairing this look with the appropriate shoes was a little bit challenging; although i styled this pretty gold pair of court shoes you can also style a heeled sandal or a even a pair of sneakers.

 I will be restocking my instagram store soon with different stylish looks. I hope you enjoyed reading this post. See more pictures and outfit details below.. Thank you for stopping by as always!!

ALL BLUSHED UP: BODYSUITS x MIDI SKIRT!!!

Hello loves, how are you all today. I hope fine. I am currently finding it difficult to transition into my fall outfits (covers face). 

So heres another summer appropriate look. My bodysuit top is ribbed and slightly thick so im sure it will be a good transitioning piece. I have paired this body suit with my midi skirt and i love this look. 

I pretty much live in my jersey fabric, hence im very comfortable in this outfit.

Did you all notice that i am blushing, literally in this outfit ... lol. I love this pair of Just fab blush shoes too. I wore them in my spring posts but they go perfectly with this outfit. 

This look very appropriate as a casual one or even to an event. Im all about style that is very versatile as i know many women find it difficult to transition from day to night outfits.

I hope you enjoyed reading this post. Looking forward to doing collaborations with different brands soon. 

See more pictures and outfit details below. Thank you for stopping by today.

Off the shoulder mini x Bandanna x Lace up

 Seems like i cant seem to take my eyes off anything off the shoulder this summer. So im back at it again with this blush off the shoulder mini dress. I have paired this with a mint bandanna and a mint lace up sandals. This look has three of my go to pieces this summer.
           
   With this look i was going for a more casual but stylish look. I am one to praise heels of all types and inches but lets be honest, flat sandals or shoes should be shown more appreciation. Hence, this mint lace up sandal is just perfect for this season and convenient to wear around this summer.

The off the shoulder dress has a frill and I love my off shoulders with dramatic designs by my neckline or on this sleeves. Will you be rocking your minis as opposed to shorts this summer?.

   I hope you get inspiration on how to rock your off the shoulder, bandanna and lace up trend this summer.

Stay stylish and see more pictures and outfit details below.

SUMMER x LIGHTWEIGHT CREPE JUMPSUIT

Hello Loves. i hope you all had a great start to your week. In today's post im sharing my love for lightweights this season.

It is getting so hot lately and the only way out for me is still remaining stylish but wearing all things lightweight.

I have paired this army green lightweight crepe jumpsuit from forever 21 with this pair of white basic tee also from forever 21. Dont forget i told you in my previous post that i will be living in tees this summer.

This outfit is so simple yet chic and can be paired with a sandal or sneakers for a more casual look. This outfit is just perfect for this weather, with the fabric of the jumpsuit being chiffon, you better believe that it is lightweight and allows room for air. 

I hope you you enjoyed reading this post. Stay Stylish. See more pictures and outfit details below. Shop this outfit below.

WEEKEND VIBE!!

Hello loves, hows your weekend going? I bet great. In todays post I am sharing my love for tees and jersey skirts, typically what i live for and in during summer. 

I have the most accurate tee from forever21 and i love the fact that i can walk around and people get to stop and comment on how accurate my tee is because none of us want low batteries this summer. lol.

I paired my tee with a jersey skirt and a pair of trainers/sneakers very casual look for me this summer as i would rather run quick errands looking like this .Lately, ive been loving the choker trend ,but now im starting to think that its a little out of place in this look.

I hope this inspires your summer outfit and make sure to pick up one of the most accurate tops this summer. Stay stylish. See more pictures and shop this post below. 

Off the Shoulder x Lace : Wedding Guest Inspiration

Hello loves, how are you doing? I am sure everyone is excited about the midweek already. I am just as excited. With so many overwhelming developments and changes going on that i cant wait to share with you guys. 

I am going to save it and share it with you when the time is right.

In today's post, i'm sharing a wedding guest outfit idea. I am currently in love with all things off the shoulder. Baring it all for you in today's post yet again.

I love how this navy, off the shoulder, lace dress fits and to crown it all it has a side split. I love,love, love it.

I will definitely be wearing this kind of outfit to a wedding this summer and if you see me in this particular outfit in an event that you are attending. Hahahaha, just know that i already said it here. 

Ive paired this outfit with gorgeous gold accessories, shoes and clutch too. Ive found overtime that with Gold accessories  you can never go wrong. I also love this navy color, as i have been getting compliments on how well navy goes with my skin tone. So ladies, make sure that you are getting in tune with what colors go well with your skin tone in order to get the attention of that best man who just might be the one , *winks*.

That been said, i hope this inspires your next wedding outfit and if you have similar styles/outfits, send pictures to my email in the contact section as i will definitely be posting them or leave a comment below. 

Stay stylish! See more pictures, outfit details and shopping links below.