IF YOU'RE GOING TO SAN FRANCISCO

Last week I got the opportunity to go the San Francisco for the weekend. I can probably say San Francisco is probably the most whimsical city I've ever been to. The steep hills, the charming houses and the amazing food makes San Francisco one of my most favorite cities in the US. Not to mention its also the home of my favorite football team, the San Francisco 49ers. The only downside is that it can get a little chilly. That's why I paired my outfit with a baseball jacket from H&M. I love the sporty/feminine look of this outfit. Even though it was a bit cold in August, I didn't mind breaking out some fall pieces for this look.

I hope everyone had a great week and have an amazing holiday weekend!

PS: Sorry I'm holding my hat in almost every picture. It was super windy and I didn't want my hat to fly into the ocean!

xo alishaFASHIONISTA

Floral Jumper

I'm loving the jumper trend, but just because you love a trend that doesn't mean it would look good on your body type. However, when I found this jumper dress at Urban Outfitters I was sold! Not only is it flattering, but I can totally see myself wearing this dress all summer long. What trends are you loving for summer? Tell me all about them in the comments below!

xo alishaFASHIONISTA

The Green Midi Skirt

One of my favorite fashion trends this season are midi skirts. Midi skirts are so easy to wear. You can just pair a midi skirt with a basic tee or tank and your look is complete. Whether you dress it up or dress it down, midi skirts definitely make your outfit look very feminine. I paired this kelly green midi skirt with this fun chiffon polka dot sleeve crop top from Forever 21. Can you believe I bought this kelly green midi skirt about 3 years ago at H&M? Fashion definitely does reinvent itself. Sometimes its a good idea to hold on to your trendier pieces because you never know when the trend will resurface! 

I'm sorry for my lack of posting last week. I went to New York for my sister-in-law's bridal shower and IMATS and did not get a chance to take any pictures of my outfits. However, I did get some goodies I can't wait to try out and review here on alishaFASHIONISTA. If you would like to see more beauty post and reviews, leave a comment down below. I hope everyone has a Happy Monday!

xo alishaFASHIONISTA

Blue Stripes

Today's look is a continuation of my colorful outfit obsession. I paired white jeans and white chiffon tank with a structured blue and white striped jacket. I added a neon yellow clutch and jeweled sandals to compliment the bright theme of my outfit. What I've learned about experimenting with colors is to not be afraid to mix colors in your outfit that you wouldn't normally pair together. I like to wear at least one neutral color to balance the look. 

On a side note, I'll be traveling to New York this weekend for my soon to be sister-in law's bridal shower and IMATS New York! I'm super excited and will be blogging about my experience and the goodies I bring back from my trip! So make sure you visit my blog everyday next week. I hope everyone is having a great week so far!

xo alishaFASHIONISTA

Bright Prints

I love wearing bright and colorful outfits, especially in bright prints. The key to wearing bold colorful prints is to pair it with solid colors that is a part of the print. I found this bright printed dress from windsor and instantly fell in love! I love the shape of the dress. The neckline and blouson of the bodice makes the dress very flattering. I decided to wear a bright blue blazer and a turquoise bag, which are colors I pulled from the print of the dress. Adding colorful bracelets and gold wingtip shoes adds to the bright colors in the outfit. Sorry for missing a post yesterday, I'm still recovering from all the Lucky Fabb activities I took part of this past weekend. Be sure to check my blog later in the week to see a recap of my very first Lucky Fabb experience! I hope everyone if having a great start to their week!

xo alishaFASHIONISTA

Spring TIme Florals

I'm obsessing over floral print this Spring! Today I paired this floral crop top with a solid pink flared skirt. I love how the skirt compliments the pink flowers in the crop top. Whenever you are trying to pair a patterned piece with a solid piece, make sure you pull out one of the colors from the pattern to make the outfit look complete. I balanced the bright colors with a nude bag and shoes. Since there is a lot of color going on in my outfit, I didn't want to look too busy. Let me know what you guys think of today's outfit in the comments below. Until next time…

xo alishaFASHIONISTA

Kisses

I love wearing crop tops with high waisted pants and skirts. I personally think it makes crop tops look more modern. I decided to pair this super cute crop top with a all over lip print with a faux leather pencil skirt. Not only does the pencil skirt give this look a more feminine vibe, but the faux leather also adds a touch of sass to the outfit. What do you think of today's outfit? Leave me comments below!

I hope everyone's week it going great so far and I'll see you all in my next post!

xo alishaFASHIONISTA

You Can Take the Girl out of NYC….

Living in LA is great, but I definitely miss my home state some times. What I really miss about NYC is the urban vibe and the serious street style. So I decided to bring my home town vibe by deciding to pair faux leather joggers, a New York Knicks tank with a denim vest. I like the laid back, street wear vibe this outfit emulates. Adding the bowler hat and spiky tennis shoes gives this look a edgy look! What kind of style represents your hometown? Let me know in the comments below!

xo alishaFASHIONISTA

Stripes and Denim

Today's look is all about playing with textures and prints. I would normally pair this striped skirt with a basic black or white top, but I wanted to mix it up today. Sometimes you have to step outside your comfort zone and be a little daring. So I decided to pair a worn in denim shirt with a elastic striped black and white skater skirt. I'm pretty happy with the outcome of this outfit and I actually got a few compliments wearing it out today! What are some of your fashion risk you have recently taken? Let me know in the comments below. I hope you guys are having a great start to your week. Until next time…

xo alishaFASHIONISTA

Black & Yellow

It's starting to get a little chilly in LA, which is not fun after having near summer weather. However, cooler weather means I get to layer which is always fun! I decided to pair a black aztec print cardigan with a chartreuse skirt. I love the color combo and the laid back feel. Sometimes I like to step out of my comfort zone and wear things I usually would never think of. What have you worn that is outside your comfort zone? Post a link below, I would love to see your adventurous fashion choices!

xo alishaFASHIONISTA

Back to the 90's

I am super excited for the 90's trend going on this season. However, it's very important you try to modernize this trend so you don't look too outdated. Growing up in the 90's, I had to jump on this trend bandwagon. I paired a crop sweater with a floral print skater skirt and over the knee socks. I wore open toe wedges to give the look a modern twist. I was a major fan of clueless and this outfit totally reminds me of Cher Howoritz! What 90's pop culture icon/movie inspires you? Let me know in the comments below.

xo alishaFASHIONISTA

Vegas Sun

On our way back from the Britney Concert, we decided to do another impromptu photoshoot. The sun was setting and the lighting was just perfect for my outfit! My entire outfit is from Forever 21, can you believe that? I really do like shopping at Forever 21. Fast fashion has really taken over. Stores like H&M, Zara and Forever 21 translate pieces that are on the runway in a mere week into stores giving devoted fashion followers who can't afford the high end price tags a chance to be fashion forward.

Today's outfit was inspired by the glittering gold in the Vegas Strip...and my love for cats! I paired a sequined crop top with a metallic gold skirt. I added a cropped leather jacket to tone down the sparkle. I love being flashy, but sometimes you need to add a neutral piece in your outfit to balance everything out. 

Let me know if you love shopping at fast fashion retailers and what your favorite stores are in the comments down below! 

xo alishaFASHIONISTA

What I'm Wearing:

Jacket: Forever 21

Crop Top: Forever 21

Skirt: Forever 21 

Shoes: Forever 21

Necklace: H&M

Bracelet: Alex & Ani

It's Britney Bitch!

Last month I attended the Piece of Me Concert in Las Vegas. It was probably the best experience I've ever had in my life! Not only did I have front row tickets, but I was also VIP which made the entire experience unbelievable! I've been a fan of Britney Spears since she came out with Baby One More Time. Ever since then I've been one of her biggest fans! Today's post is dedicated to her concert. Honestly I was so excited for the concert, I barely got to take any pictures of my outfit! I hope you enjoy the pics, and if any of you've been to her concert in Vegas let me know in the comments below!

Until next time…
xo alishaFASHIONISTA

What I'm Wearing:

T-Shirt-H&M

Blazer-H&M

Leather paneled pants-H&M

Shoes-Forever 21 

Bag-Rachel Roy 

Road Trip

I apologize for my lack of post in the last couple of months, but I've been extremely busy because my husband and I have moved to California! Moving out west from the east coast has been a major change. We are still trying to adjust, but so far the experience has been amazing. The weather has been a lot more tolerable than the polar vortex my poor family has been dealing with back east. Although I do miss New York, I am happy that we are finally out here in LA. I'm just one step closer to achieving my dreams, which I will fill you in on once the ball gets rolling. 

One of the great things about moving to California is the 3 and 1/2 hour drive out to Las Vegas! Driving through the desert was an unforgettable experience. The views are just breathtaking! Like any Fashion Blogger would, we decided to do a little photo shoot on our way to Vegas. 

FYI-I'm trying to mix things up a bit with some DIY post and different fashion segments which I will start posting in weeks to come. Let me know in the comments below what kind of DIY or other fashion related post you would like to see! 

I hope everyone's Monday is going great so far! 

xo alishaFASHIONISTA

What I'm Wearing:

Top: Top Shop

Boyfriend Jeans: Aeropostale

Booties: H&M

Bag: Rachel Roy 

Sunglasses: Forever21

Necklace: Zara 

Bracelet: Alex & Ani 

Nail Polish: Orly "Glowstick"

Leather on Leather

Hey Everyone! Today's post is focused on two of this season's trends...leather and mixing textures. I love these leggings! I got them at H&M a year ago. I love the mixture of the faux leather panels and the rough texture of the spandex material combined. What trends are you incorporating into your wardrobe this season? Let me know in the comments below. I'll see you in my next post!

xoxo alishaFashionista

What I'm Wearing:

Jacket: Forever21

Top: H&M

Leggings: H&M

Shoes: Rachel by Rachel Roy

Bag: Forever21

The Perfect Fall Day

Hello! So if you live in NY yesterday felt like Summer! It was perfect because I hate wearing dresses when it's too cold. I love pairing boots with dresses, I feel like it gives the outfit a little bit of an edge. I hope everyone is having a great week so far and I'll see you in my next post!

xoxoalishaFashionista

What I'm Wearing: 

Jacket: Forever 21

Dress: Forever 21

Hat: H&M

Boots: Forever 21

Into the Woods....

Hello Everyone! Yay! It's hump day, we're almost into the weekend! Today's post is perfect for the fall weather we are currently having (which feels more like spring/summer here in NY). Anyway's I'm not complaining! Let me know what you think about today's outfit in the comments below. Until next time....
xoxoalishaFashionista

What I'm Wearing: 

Dress: H&M

Boots: Sam Edelmen

Headpiece: I don't know (sorry)

Bracelets: BCBGeneration and Alex & Ani