Making Mondays Simple

Monday is no one's favorite day of the week. It's the first weekday, you're tired, overwhelmed and overloaded. This Monday, in particular, was my longest (so far). I even changed my outfit four times! I had my outfit all planned, until I spilled all over my pants. I put on a new outfit, went to class and decided I hated this outfit and wanted to cancel shooting with Megan because of it. Since I got out of class early I changed again, but I approached it differently. I said to myself " Mikayla, Monday is already complicated, dress simply today." The fourth time was only because I have to wear certain clothes to work, not as exciting as my accident, hatred and simplicity.
For my simple outfit I went with a Brandy Melville striped crop top, natural waisted Hollister jeans, black flats and a vintage jean jacket purchased at a Brooklyn flee market. Thrift finds are some of the best finds.
No this isn't chic, perfect of particularly eye catching. But it worked for me that day and described how I felt. I think that's a great way to start developing a personal style. Some days I feel more fashionable then others, some times I feel like I have six projects due this week and I'm living in leggings. Whatever it is I feel I try to make it work for me and my style. Sometimes simple is superb.

- Mik
Photography: Megan Madden

Cuse Takes on Summer Looks

Syracuse isn’t exactly a fashion community like New York City. You don’t see new looks, trends, interesting pieces or anything out of the ordinary when it comes to style and fashion. This doesn’t mean that there aren’t people in the area that love fashion too! As a fashion photographer, getting together with other style lovers in Syracuse is a fun way to show we have style and to practice our fashionista skills. I got together with food and travel blogger, Sarah Narburgh, to put together some summer looks to brighten up Syracuse’s style!  For look one, we went simple, boho, cute and comfy! Pairing a white tank with a pair of Brandy Melville palazzo pants. Palazzo pants are a huge and amazing trend this summer, which will most likely carry on into the fall. They are light, airy and comfortable. Even better is that they are possibly the ultimate fashion invention, the stylish alternative to sweatpants!  Look two is where we went edgy. With a Brandy Melville “Stay Classy” graphic tee, thrifty $6 high rise leather shorts and an H&M necklace. This outfit does a basic tee in a stylish or “classy” way. And we paired it with shorts that follow the high waisted craze. These shorts are also (besides the sweet price!) amazing because you can dress them up or down all summer long.  Lastly, look three is for the more bold and daring fashionistas! A PacSun tie dye dress, Gasoline Glamour white, daisy sunglasses and hot red pumps. It’s a great look that stands out at any summer party. It’s fun, flirty and definitely full of color! There are so many outgoing looks that summer can offer. Especially this summer, which has amazing trends: palazzo pants, cool graphic tees, bold sundresses, kimonos, tribal, boho and more. 

- Mik

Look One

Look Two

Look Three

Mixin it up

When I purchased these pants from Hollisters new line I was so excited because we finally sell black! For those of you that don't know, I've worked for Hollister for 4 years. Black is my main color so having it in our stock felt awesome. My manager asked me what I would wear with it and I said "that striped crop top we have on clearance" and he told me stripes wouldn't go with the pants. So I decided to prove him wrong! You can mix all sorts of patterns! And I'm sure I'll post more in the future. The key to mixing is color palette. It's a good way to see if different patterns go together. Here I have a neutral palette of black, creme, gray and a little gold in the pants. Since the colors compliment each other it gives the illusion the patterns match. This can be done in really bold ways too, like plaid and cheetah, or geometric and bold stripes. This color technique is a great way to start if you are unsure what patterns mix well. Give it a try! And you're welcome Shaun! 

- mik

Mik's boutique round 2!

A new round of clothing is up! Only 2 more to go before it's all released! The info is the same as the first post. Size 1 or small unless stated otherwise. Price is up to YOU depending on how new, used or the brand. FB message me or comment on the post if you're interested! Thanks so much! 

#sale #clothes #fashion #clothing #sellingclothes #selling #fashion 

- Mik 

Urban outfitter 3/4 length sleeve crew neck sweatshirt, blue and white stripes

Beige button up with 3/4 sleeves 

Yellow scarf, man I wore this a lot in high school! 

Black fringe tank (cotton fringes) 

Urban outfitters black formal jumpsuit. Perfect for interviews! 

Salmon halter dress with ruffled sides  H&M still has tags! 

H&M sweater dress gray and creme

Forever 21 mint sweater 

Forever 21 sweater 

Army green big knit 

H&M black and silver sparkely sweater. Has a few small pulls in the front 

American eagle size 2 stretch jeans 

Unknown gray and brown leggings 

Unknown chiffon plaid blouse (not like a flannel!) 

TJ max wonderful graphic tshirt 

Urban outfitters Micky mouse salmon shirt 

Unknown black and white striped shirt with sequined shoulders

Nerd it up!

Today I went back to my inner nerd. I haven't worn my glasses basically at all this summer and I kind of missed them. The one thing I hated about my glasses is that I felt like I never stood out. Between my outfit and my make up it looked like I was still hiding behind them. Today I went strong with my nerd style! With Tally Weji overalls and a forever21 crop top. It's a new take on suspenders and striped polos of the classic nerd. I also did a really strong at eye to make my eyes stand out behind my glasses, along with a light yet shimmery eye shadow. And don't forget a strong eyebrow! Glasses go with anything so never be afraid to bring out your inner nerd style! 

#tallyweji #forever21 #overalls #croptop #rockthecrop #glasses #nerd #cateye #ootd

- mik