Socially Awkward

Yep here's another thought-filled post. 

It's funny how I can express the things I'm thinking better in writing than in speaking. But anywayyy, college is back in session and I'm already starting to experience a bit of social anxiety.

I honestly have not the slightest clue why.. Well.. Yeah I do know why. I just don't wanna write it. my problem is that I tend to over evaluate EVERY SITUATION EVER . Can u imagine how annoying that can get for my brain?

Like for real, I'm constantly thinking about thinking. And worrying about what others are thinking and worrying about. Who the heck does that ?! I'm not normal, I've come to realize that, but boy do I fake it well. 

"Fake." The word I despise most and yet I can be an active version of it. not to say I'm the type to talk about someone the moment they turn around. That has never been me. But I do put on a facade, like play a role or whatever. But I'm working on it, tryna show people the real Courtney. 

I must say I really enjoy having this blog. It's almost like I can come here and express a real version of me. Like the piece of me people don't see when I smile and say hey. To those who read it, I appreciate u more than anything. Because even thought you'll probably never say it to me .. You now know just a little bit more about me. 

Recently Styled | Jamisin L. + Upcoming mens trends for 2014


Images: Spring 2014 Menswear for AMI (left), Prada (middle), Gucci (right)

Okay so I've never been one to dabble in menswear. But recently a stylist and friend of mine has convinced me and given me a reason to be interested in male styling. 
He challenged me to style him in a floral mens blazer from Zara. Immediately my reaction was quite iffy. I had never styled men, yet alone styled such a feminine pattern on a man. With his assistance I was able to style a look with pieces he already owned. By pairing it with a graphic t-shirt and trousers I was able to bring masculinity back into the look. Check it out below ...


OOTD | The Cross Maxi








Top: Forever21
Skirt: Forever21
Shoes: H&M


I could not wait to bust in my new platform sneakers from H&M. Perfectly comfortable and added that extra touch I needed. Soo anyway today I had a day off, so I created a to-do list with pretty simple instructions: buy a bathing suit & shoot a youtube video. To my luck, I accomplished both! Somehow, I ended up purchasing a few more items than just a bathing suit and my old tripod broke as I was attempting to shoot my first sets of pics but I accomplished everything nonetheless. Luckily, I had just purchased a new tripod from amazon to go with my BRAND NEW DSLR!!!! I'm so happy, I'm finally the owner of a Canon Rebel T2i... she's my baby, her name is Betty. So bigs up to her amazing self for shooting the above images. Can't wait to start creating more posts and more videos now that image quality is aligned with my expectations.

cant wait !



Yeah i'll definitely be tuned in.

SHOP ONLINE @ H&M U.S. !


H&M for the United States now has online shopping !!!
Head over to ... hm.com 

Definitely Obsessed | Alice + Olivia



I am absolutely in looove with the Alice + Olivia Fall 2013 Ready to Wear collection. These pieces are completely on trend for the upcoming season. From plaids, over the knee boots, faux fur "remixed", to the crossover of spring florals to fall florals. The whole collection is amazing and I officially have a new favorite designer, Stacey Bendet. 

For the entire collection: Style.com

Rihanna sues Topshop


So it seems that Rihanna has sued Topshop for selling a tshirt branded with her face on it. Some may know Rihanna has designed a clothing line at a rival store, River Island. 

Many failed to believe that Rihanna had authorized selling of the tshirt because she is currently establishing herself as a designer rather than an image, i suppose.

Nonetheless, the shirt has been pulled from the racks.

Read More: Madame Noire