Top 10 Spring Fashion Must-Haves 2015

1. The Trench Coat

This light jacket is season friendly and can add a trendy layer to any outfit!

Misguided Sleeveless Trench

2. The White Blouse

So classic, yet so stylish. You can literally pair this top with ANY kind of bottom to complete an outfit!

H&M White Linen Blouse

3. The Denim Shirt 

The denim shirt adds an effortless look to super comfy outfit. Pair this top with some skinny's and Birkenstock sandals and you are BoHo chic!

Asos Denim Shirt

4. The Jumpsuit

Going somewhere dressy? Throw this bad boy on. Going somewhere super casual? Throw it on again. This is a piece that you will be able to wear anywhere! Just switch the shoes from sandals to heels and you're good to go!

ASTR Lace Trim Jumpsuit

5. White Jeans

How classic are these pants? White clothing can automatically make your outfit look super elegant and spring friendly.

Zara White Bootcut Jeans

6. Light-Denim Jeans

Light washed denim brightens up any outfit for the spring. Also, super skinny light denim gives you a more curvier, and sexier look.

Cheap Monday Light Ariana Jean

7. The Jean Jacket

Who knew throwing on something at the last minute could change your whole entire look? Adding a denim jacket is super simple and versatile, yet super stylish.

American Eagle Denim Jacket

8. The Leather Moto Jacket

Ah leather jacket we meet again. Yes, leather jackets are perfect for the fall/ winter, but they also add an edgy look during the spring as well!

Quilted Faux Leather Jacket

9. The Nude Heel

I mean really, do I need to explain? Every woman should have at least one pair of nude heels in her closet. They go with any shade, and can add such a classy touch to your outfit.

Compilation Of Nude Heels

10. The Bucket Bag

Last but not least, we have the perfect bag for this spring. This bag comes in all kinds of colors and can fit a ton of things inside! Just throw it on your shoulder and you're ready to tackle your spring season!

Mansur Gavriel Bucket Bags

Style Muse of the Month | March 2015

The Mixed Mannequin Blogger
Clarissa Forde

Photo: Courtesy of The Mixed Mannequin

Ok so my style muse for this month features someone who i've been eyeing for quite some time now. Clarissa Forde, who is known as The Mixed Mannequin, has a tom-boy chic style that is hard to go un-noticed. I was intrigued by her ability to layer a number of jackets in the winter and still look so effortless doing it. With me relocating to the NYC area, I had to meet up with her immediately to talk about all things fashion, and what she has in store for us! 

Tashjmackk: So first tell us, what is your name and age?

Hey my name is Clarissa Forde and I am 20 years old.

Tashjmackk: Where are you from and reside currently?

 I am currently living in The Bronx, NY. I was born and raised here as well.

Tashjmackk: So if you had to describe your style in two words, what would those be?

If I had to use two words to describe my style it would be Tomboy Chic. I love the mix between men's fashion and women's fashion.

Tashjmackk: Speaking of fashion, who are your icons in the industry?

I have a few style icons but I really admire Vashtie and Teyana Taylor's style. They nail the tomboy chic look every time.

Tashjmackk:  So if I was TheMixedMannequin, where would I shop?

Some of my favorite shops are Forever 21, H&M, Zara, NastyGal, and Goodwill! I really love to thrift!

Tashjmackk:  What is one closet staple that you just cannot live without?

I definitely cannot live without my leather moto jacket! It adds an edgy flare to ANY outfit. A leather jacket is a must have for every girls closet.

Tashjmackk: So what is your ultimate fashion dream/ career goal?

My ultimate goal is to inspire before I expire. I want to use my passion for fashion and helping others to change the world.

Tashjmackk:  Let's talk more about this amazing wardrobe of yours! What is your current favorite trend at the moment? 

 My favorite trendy piece right now is the Bomber jacket. I'm not a Kim K fan but I do love how she pulls it off.

Tashjmackk: What is the most recent addition to your wardrobe?

The last thing that I purchased was a huge statement necklace. I love statement pieces!!

Tashjmackk:  So if you had to give any girls advice when it comes to fashion and finding their style; what would you tell them?

My advice to girls breaking into the industry would be to never stop networking and to never give up! Feeling discouraged is absolutely normal but don't let it blind you from the bigger picture. To girls trying to find their own style, my advice is to just be yourself and allow yourself to be inspired. Inspiration is beautiful. Just don't copy every piece. Take what you like and make it your own.

Tashjmackk: Speaking of inspiration from others, give us some Instagram must-follows!

I love FashionBombDaily.com and their Instagram as well. @fashionbombdaily is the Instagram account that every fashionista must follow! 

Tashjmackk: So what's next for you and The Mixed Mannequin? 

I wish that I could tell you guys what to expect next but I love surprising people. Big moves are in order!

Tashjmackk:  How can we stay up to date with you? 

To stay updated, follow me on Instagram @themixedmannequin, Twitter @mixedmannequin, and check out my blog weekly at TheMixedMannequin.com

Photo: Courtesy of The Mixed Mannequin

A Day In The City

Ebay Bomber/ Flight jacket | Old Navy jeans (distressed by me) | H&M boots | H&M v- neck & shirt

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Saying that it's March and it's STILL freezing in NYC, I kept warm by throwing on this puffy flight jacket that I ordered from Ebay. These H&M boots were only $34 and they are super comfy for my commutes to class. 

Hopefully I will be able to ditch the jackets in the next month or so! Until next time. 

xxTashjmackk

What to Wear | Day Party

As we approach the month of March, we prepare to get excited for much warmer weather in most places. Nothing says spring and summer like attending those epic roof-top day parties and social events. Picking out an outfit for day parties can get pretty tricky at times. You don't want to be too dressed up for the occasion, but you DO want to get fly and make a statement. Lucky for you, I have the perfect outfit ideas for you to choose from in order to get a head start on your spring/ summer wardrobe. Don't forget that you will be hugging friends all day so I have provided a fragrance for each outfit. Get day party ready! Choose your favorite look below: (Links provided)

Glamour Day Party

Nothing says spring like an outfit full of vibrant colors and mixed prints. I paired a pink crop top with Kenzo printed tapered pants. To complete the look, I added a Zara cut out sandal bootie and a matching clutch from Luc Luc. Throw a watch on your wrist and your favorite shades and you're ready to mix and mingle! Fragrance of choice: Chloe 

Casual Day Party

Who says you have to be colorful during these warmer seasons? Change the game up and wear a darker color palette. I chose an olive green jacket with a white Acne Studios v- neck underneath. The weather will most likely be temperate so let your legs make an appearance with these Topshop "mom" distressed denim shorts. Because your shorts are so casual; pair the outfit with these Kristin Cavallari heels. Lastly, to accessorize add a stylish hat and a gold necklace! Fragrance of choice: Nude by Rihanna

Chic Day Party

For this next look I decided to go a bit dressier but still casual at the same time. I picked this chic white blazer with a tropical print MSGM crop-top underneath. To add some texture to he outfit, I chose these Acne leather shorts. To complete the outfit I added these chic Nasty Gal sandal heels with a matching Tom Ford clutch that you can wear on your shoulder or in your hand. Fragrance: Chloe

Sexy Day Party

Last but certainly not least; it's all about the legs with this one. I started off with a cream River Island crop- top and paired it with a white blazer on top. I then chose an asymmetrical "skort" to compliment the crop top and blazer. Don't be afraid to add a little drama by pairing the outfit with these thigh high heels; which will definitely be a hot topic at the party. With the right accessories this outfit can go a long way. I topped it off with a royal blue Paul Smith clutch and some round Chloe shades. Fragrance: Yellow Diamond by Versace

It's a Big Deal

H&M is one store that always has the greatest weekly deals. They have boots on sale for as low as $15. I recently purchased these lovely leather patented boots for $15 and they are so comfy! My boots arrived one day later than the expected delivery date, so they returned a portion of the sale back to my account for the inconvenience. Can we say an "A" for customer service? Unfortunately this particular style is sold out but they have a lot more similar styles for great prices and quality. You can never have too many black boots right? 

Similar styles:

Style Muse of the Month | February 2015

Kelyn B. Greene

This month's Style Muse is a fun, unique, fashionable college student who uses the college campus as her own runway. We got the chance to sit down and talk to Kelyn about all things fashion! 

Introduce yourself. My name is Kelyn B. Greene, I'm 21 years old, and I am an engineering student from Baltimore, MD.

How would you best describe your style? Innovative, because to innovate is to “make changes in something established, by introducing new methods, or ideas”. I follow trends but I add my own twist to them, creating a style that isn’t extremely out of the ordinary but still makes a statement.

Who is your biggest style crush at the moment? I LOVE Rihanna. Her style is so effortless.

Where do you get your style inspiration from? I had an internship with the Stylist and Owner of Katwalk Boutique, Toni James. She constantly talked down on stores like Forever 21 which was my favorite store at the time,  and is also a popular store in my generation. She always mentioned how everyone dresses the same. Working and styling with her is when my style really started to evolve. I then went through a period in my life where I invested a lot of time into fashion websites such as Lookbook.nu and Tumblr . Those sites are where I saw a lot of great styles that inspired me. Soon, it just became effortless to piece together a great outfit.

Being in the engineering career industry, how do you balance your style in the professional work office? Any fashionista should know what outfits are appropriate for certain events and environments. When it comes to an interview I am as basic as it comes. Black suit, white button up, black business heels. Companies do not care how well you dress but they care about what you can deliver. On the other hand...once i get the job, the office is my runway. I keep it conservative yet fun which is always exciting. Instead of plain black slacks, I would wear my favorite bright orange high waisted, wide legs.

What is one closet staple that you simply cannot live without? My White Mongolian lamb fur vest! Its so obnoxious, yet so fresh! It gives any and every outfit a pop and it is definitely a show stopper.

We love your style so much and we're dying to know; do you plan to take your love for fashion to the next level in a few years? In the next few years I want to be a “fashioner”. Full time engineer, part time stylist. I interned with an amazing woman named Keiona Siler, who like myself went to school for engineering and was a fashion lover (her style is out of this world). She works full time with an engineering firm and works part time with Macy’s as a special events stylist. I can see myself following in her footsteps and doing just that.

By Tash J. Mackk

Stay updated with Kelyn on Twitter and Instagram @KelynGee, and Tumblr: KelsMoneyWeed

DIY Faux Fur Heel

This is a super simple way to spice up those minimalist heels! Here's what you'll need:

• Minimalist heel (mine are Steve Madden)
• Scissors
• Hot glue gun and sticks
• Feather boa of your choice

And there you have it! Try it out for yourself and let me know what you think!

xx Tasha Mackk