The Return of Thrifty Thursday!

It's been years!!!  Almost two years since I last blogged and longer that since I've featured a Thrifty Thursday! As the old saying goes, time flies when you're having fun  you're working hard, paying bills, and adulting every day! 😏

In the spirit of reclaiming my time, I've definitely gone through a slight transition, one that would allow me to devote time to a main passion! It's a whole new world out here now from when I started in 2011! I hope I can catch and keep up!

Top- Charlotte Russe
Skirt- Thrifted
Cape- Shein

 For Thrifty Thursday's triumphant return, I decided to go with a print and color play! Geometric prints are pretty forgiving, so I paired the thrifted skirt (it's a medium by the way) with a black pleather bustier from Charlotte Russe.

Earrings: It's Fashion Metro
Boots: Boohoo.com

Often times black/white looks set the mood, but I still love my pop of color. This cape was gifted by way of Shein.com, Metallic boots from boohoo.com, with and my red fringe dangle earrings, brought everything together quite nicely!

I'm happy to be back! Hope you guys have a good weekend!


E. Louise

I spy something spotted: Day one - Bohemian Chic

I've been so attracted to all things print. More specifically polka Dot. I looked up and my closet is full of Black on white, white on black, big dots, lil dots, and peplum dots! So much so, I decided to put together a few looks featuring the Kwame' print! (I just watched his Unsung on TVONE)

If you follow me on IG (@shapelylouise) You may remember these wide legged pants from my tribute to Solange a few months back. Well, I brought them out for this free spirited look.

Flowy was the mood of the day!  The only reason I paired the two pieces together!
I have a new job that allows me to get dressed and show my personality! I really appreciate that

Duster- Thrifted

Pants- DIY #SewnbyELouise

Shoes: Shoe Show

Happy first day of Summer! How are you bringing in the season?

See you tomorrow!

E. Louise

Going back to Tribal Featuring GS-Love

Happy Friday! Cheers to the freaking holiday weekend!

I kicked off my Memorial day weekend by going to see the one and only Vivian Green! She was in town last night and took us on an emotional rollercoaster mini concert style! Her voice is amazing!

Vivian's style strikes me as earthy, flowy and tribal. GS-love never disappoints as this blue jean print, tribal, capri style romper is is all that in one!

The material is kinda strectchy, but I could tell that from the website. Everyone may not know fabric, so my suggestion is to size up. I'm wearing a 3x here.

Jumper - bit.ly/ELouise

Shoes- Rack Rooms

Check the website for new arrivals GS-Love gifting my followers with 20% off of their next purchase! Tell them ShapEly Louise sent you by using discount code Elouise20 during check out!
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Have a great weekend!

E. Louise

Spring 1st: Seize the season

Happy First Day of Spring!

The pollen, the bees, and the wasps are out, but so is the Sun! Flowers are blooming, trees are coming alive,and bright colors are returning to our wardrobe! YASSSSS!

I'm working for Joann Arts and crafts part-time and I'm surrounded by a whole lot fabric, and it's torture! Lol Any who, I bought the fabric for this skirt with spring in mind and it did not disappoint.

The high waist pleated skirts are very flattering, so I made me one. Paired it with a thrifted blue jean top and I'm feeling so ready for the season! Happy Spring People!

Hair: @SooooVeronique

Shirt: Thrifted

Skirt: @Shapelylouise

Shoes: Rack Room

Seize the Season!!!!!


Happy Sunday
E. Louise

Thrifty Thursday: 2.5.15

 

Man I'm on Cloud nine... Two posts in one week! HAHA! So I visited with my older sister this weekend and she took the time point out that I haven't been consistent with my Thrifty Thursday posts. So this one is for you 'Laine! 

 

I went to a new thrift spot yesterday. Went in on a whim and I LIVED!! Had to cut back on my thrifting lately due to #BUDGETCUTS LMBO and plus since thrifting is the newest craze, the prices are going up! *rolls eyes* I saw this Jacket and said hmmmm... It's textured, it's reversible, it's colored, it's oversized, it's PERFECT! 

 

 

 

Went with the black side and rolled the blue side up...

Dress was thrifted by way of ING/ Boots came from Simply Fashions

 



2.99 with 50% off! #Score

 Happy upcoming weekend!

E. Louise

I'M (E) the conversation...with this peice...

5-1 day= One day closer to Friday! I sit @ work and dream about my dreams...But I digress. One of my Best Friends is making her dreams come to true! Such an inspiration...For Christmas she surprised me with this Conversational piece designed and sewn by her!! I set out to find a thrifted grey blazer, but I couldn't find one...I saw one on Wet Seal and when they had 50% off all plus items, I scooped it! BTW, anybody know what's up with them???? Check out the piece below...

 If you haven't noticed MY LIPS ARE BLUE!!! *Jumps for joy* I've been thinking about finding me some blue lipstick. I may be late but I was playing in makeup and decided to put blue eyeshadow on my lips. I was soooo excited when it actually stayed!!! I added clear lip gloss and BOOM!!! Look out nah! lol

 Jeans: Citi Trends

Cami- Lane Bryant

Blazer: Wet Seal

Pumps: Torrid



She also makes Clothes and earrings.... I put together a collage below I'me by: J. Thomas <---CLICK HERE TO SEE MORE!! Facebook Twitter: @ImebyJthomas

*Looking For Friday*

Thanks for stopping by... Continue to be GREAT!!

Keep Dreamin',

E. Louise 

Thrifty Thursday OOTD: Purple Passion *Casual Day*

Happy Happy Day before Friday!! I live for the weekends but who doesn't (unless you have to work). My weekend plans include me playing with the sewing machine I got for Christmas! It's bout to go DOWN in a MAJOR way! Getting these things ready for my online boutique opening soon! <---Speaking it! =) 

I picked up this plain jane purple top because it was purple, the material felt good and it was less than $2!! I can dress it down or up! I paired it with my new fav jeans and some blue accessories from F21. It's funny how the simplest/cheapest items can make you feel/look like a million bucks! I was really feeling myself... *shrug* Enjoy!

Shirt: Thirfted
Jeans- Citi Trends

Heels- J. Renee

Earrings and Necklace- F21

What are some of the simple things that make you smile? Let me know below...

Keep Dreamin,

E. Louise

OOTN: Romper and Tights!!! *Blogger inspiration*

Happy Tuesday!! I take notes not names!!! I see how a lot of my fellow blogger friends put on shorts with colored tights and I think this is the perfect way to bridge the gap between Summer and Fall wear! By now you should know that I am a sucker for color and this romper gave me all the life I needed. To jazz it up even more, I added this beaded sequin vest. As always check it out and let me know what you think!

Romper: Coniques House of Style
Vest: Thrifted
Tights: JC Penny
Boots: Steve Madden

*INfamous prison Pose*

*Muah*

Added the Black Blazer (staple piece).. not sure why this pic is not focused.

In mid dance!

Keep Dreamin,

E. Louise