Anyone who knows me knows that I put my Amazon Prime membership to good use. I order everything from beauty to my groceries. So, when I heard that Amazon is giving out free gifts, my […]
Author: Lex Loves Couture
Having grown up with a mother who is obsessed with beauty and fashion it is safe to say that my passion for both runs in my genes. Lex Loves Couture, gives me an outlet to share my budget and trend conscious finds. I love to see the biggest trends come to life on the streets of NYC. That is where I draw my biggest fashion and beauty inspiration.
How to Elevate Your Sweater Game
Sweater weather is absolutely in full effect. If you’re like me, you have a good amount of sweaters to choose from. The issue can sometimes be how to give your sweater looks some fresh perspective. […]
Ask Lex: How to Wear Booties with Midi and Maxi Skirts
Reader: Can you wear fall’s lower heel booties with a long skirt without looking dumpy if you are not a long legged model? In short, the answer is yes! As a short girl, I can see […]
How to Remove Makeup Without Wipes
There is nothing wrong with makeup wipes. They are a perfectly suitable way to remove your makeup. My thing is that it’s not like you get to skip the step of washing your face after. […]
Cyber Monday Deals You Can’t Miss
I’ve have a well established history of being a super lazy person. So, you can probably imagine that I am a huge fan of Cyber Monday. A day when the most laborious thing I need […]
3 Cozy Looks to Wear to Your Living Room on Thanksgiving
Full disclosure, my family is not one to dress super cozy for Thanksgiving dinner. In theory, the holiday calls for it with all of the food, but the Alfonso ladies are glam. That being said, […]
6 Ways to Wear Skinny Jeans That You Already Own
The skinny jean is the tried and true member of your denim collection. Let’s be honest though, it is probably not your favorite. When there are so many fun denim cuts, it’s not hard to […]
Why Midterm Elections Matter
A lot of people think, well I vote in the general election (presidential) that’s enough, right? Well, yes and no. It’s awesome that you used your voice two years ago and exercised your right to […]
Lessons I’ve Learned Since Going Natural
I went natural by accident. It wasn’t an accident in the sense that I did intentionally cut off my relaxed ends, but going natural was not on purpose. You see, I have this grand plan […]
What to Wear to Work During Fall
With October in full swing, it is safe to say that it’s really truly fall. Now is the time to start shifting from summer to fall. Ditch the sandals and the light colors. Swap them […]
How to Shop Cheap and Look Expensive
At least once a week someone asks me who I am wearing. They are always shocked to find out it is from a fast fashion store. Can I tell you when they never ask? When […]
It’s Official, I Want Cowboy Boots
Somebody pinch me. I want cowboy boots. Maybe it’s because we have been so bootie and over-the-knee heavy for the past few seasons and it is refreshing to see a true bonafide boot. Maybe it’s […]
The Real Me…
I’ve noticed a lot of bloggers/influencers “getting real” on social media/their blogs. I’d like to think that as a Jersey girl I can, for lack of a better phrase, cut through the crap. I can […]
Transitioning Into Fall Beauty Now
We’ve spent all summer doing brights and pastels. It’s great, but there’s a certain point that you just want to say okay, let’s tone it down a notch. If you’re anything like me, that point […]
Major Trend: Scarf Print
Sometimes, trends are slow moving trains. Other times, they slap you in the face and say why don’t you already have me? Scarf print is the latter. I already mentioned the print in my summer […]
