GETTING BACK IN THE SWING OF THINGS

I've been away for sooo long.  Each time I attempt to get back to my blog something happens.  My most recent incident, the flu.  It was a nasty, hard hitting flu that knocked me off my feet.  I was out of commission for 5 days.  I haven't been that sick since high school.  But God has a reason for me to get sick now and not later. 
Anyways I'm finding it hard to get back in the swing of things.  But something told me to write what I was feeling right now and post for you to see.  Maybe this will ignite the flame (I hope so).  I've had so much I wanted to share.  For example, how to keep the romance going in your marriage throughout the year.  This was suppose to be a Valentines Day post.  Another post was suppose to be a vlog about our first trip to San Fran.  I will still post these outdated post but I need to get my mojo back in reading my favorite blogs, finding beautiful inspiration photos, and bringing you styling tips.  It might be a slow start but I'm willing.  Have a blessed day.

Much Love & Fashion Fun,
Tea Todd

BABY SHOWER PLANNING

I'm going to be an Auntie soon.  I can't wait to meet my little nephew.  I'm in charge of planning my sister-in-laws baby shower.  I love planning parties for others.  This is the second baby shower I'm in charge of  in less than a year.  I've been all over the web trying to find the right invitation for the shower.  I just came across this site called Invitation Box and I LOVE their invites.  They have classy, modern, and fashionably invites for African Americans.  I've always like the invites that has a stylish woman with oversized sunglasses holding a cute bag but most of the time it's a Caucasian woman or a silhouette.  I can identify with the images used on this site .  Check them out and tell me what you think.  Do you know of any other sites that are geared towards people of color?  Let me know.

Much Love & Fashion Fun,
Tea Todd

MY NYE LOOK

My hubby picked this dress out.  It's by XOXO (Macy's).  I really like this dress because I can wear it different ways for different looks.  This look is my NYE look, cute clutch (Bakers) and leopard pumps (Target).  For another look I can add tan pumps, a white blazer, and large floppy hat for spring.  My summer look will be wedges, gold bangles, and a big hobo/beach bag.  Moving into fall and winter I will pair tights, stiletto calf boots, a structured bag, and a fitted blazer. 

Much Love & Fashion Fun,
Tea Todd

SO SORRY

I just wanted to say how sorry I am for responding so late to any comments that have been posted on my blog.  I must admit I'm not used to getting comments here so I rarely check the comment section.  A easier way would be for me to have all comments approved by me before posting (I received an email) but I feel that's not fair to you the reader, having to wait for a comment to be posted.  I will make 100% effort to check and reply to each of your comments on a daily basis. 

I am so happy to see that my blog and social media pages (Facebook/Twitter/Pinterest) are growing but I have to learn how to take care and manage the both.  So please bear with me.  I'm blessed to have you ladies and gentlemen as fan/followers and I don't want to lose anyone of you.  I hope each and everyone of you have a blessed holiday season.  Merry Christmas!

Much Love & Fashion Fun,
Tea Todd

P.S.  Lookout for 2013.  Things will be a little more personable.  I want to share my world with you and I hope you'll share with me as well.

CLASSIC ELEMENTS

I've been on classic pieces for the past few weeks now. Maybe it's the weather. I think classic pieces are the foundation to any wardrobe. For example if you start off with a white shirt you can build upon that. You can layer it with a scarf, add a necklace, or a brooch. You can wear it unbuttoned or with the collar popped. There is so much to do with classic pieces. But sometimes it's nice to keep them simple and let your personality shine through. Ashleigh from The Daileigh pulls this look off perfectly by doing just that. Do you have a classic piece that you love?

Much Love & Fashion Fun,
Tea Todd

Classic elements by goofygyrl21 featuring patterned pants

Zara polka dot top
zara.com

Dorothy Perkins patterned pants
$27 - dorothyperkins.com

Stiletto heels
etsy.com

Embroidered handbag
etsy.com

Shoe of the Day Look

These Christian Louboutin heels are hot. One look at these and you would automatically think these are for the nights and weekends only. Well they don't have to be. You can wear a color/print blocking heel to the office. Just keep the rest of your pieces simple. Clean lines and classic pieces will make this heel more appropriate at the office. If you're a little more edgier wear the classic pieces in bold colors such as the red pencil skirt. I hope this was informative.

Much Love & Fashion Fun,

Tea Todd

Shoe of the Day Look by goofygyrl21 featuring l'wren scott

THE GOOD GIRL

I've been feeling all things pink lately.  When I seen this photo of Gabrielle in this pink salmon dress I knew this would be the perfect look for Sunday's Best.  The best part... this whole look cost less than $140.  Just goes to show you can look like a celeb without spending big bucks.

Much Love & Fashion Fun,
Tea Todd

THE GOOD GIRL by goofygyrl21 featuring nude pumps

SHOE TRENDS

Your shoes can make or break your outfit this holiday season.  Choose wisely.  Jeana Ouattara has been a blessing. She put together a fabulous list of the top ten shoes for the holiday season.  Each style listed below can step up your look a notch.  If you can't figure out what to wear just pick your favorite black top, your favorite black bottoms, and add a pair of cute shoes.  Let the shoe be the main focal point of your look.

Much Love & Fashion Fun,
Tea Todd

Links
Nordstrom
Steve Madden
Heels.com
Zappos
Light in The Box
Shoe Dazzle
Aldo