Leave it to the fashion gods to take a very practical item and to suggest we wear it in the most impractical way. Here’s my thoughts on the trend — take it with a grain […]
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11 Shows to Binge on a Cold, Rainy, or Snowy Day
So, the winter storm they predicted was definitely a bust, but the deep freeze predicted for today was not. Today is single digits with a real feel that’s in the negatives. I don’t know about […]
5 Winter Style Mistakes to Avoid
Winter is the most challenging time to get dressed in the morning. After you finally yank yourself out of your warm bed the last thing you want to think about is getting dressed. That makes […]
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. […]
Rent The Runway Unlimited: Worth It?
When I moved out of my last apartment, I donated close to 15 bags of clothes. What was in those bags? Honestly, between you and me I could not tell you. Clearly nothing I regret […]
San Juan Style Diaries
Every place has its own spirit and San Juan, Puerto Rico is no different. From the minute our plane landed and I entered the airport to rhythmic salsa sounds I knew it was going to […]
Underprivileged Kids Teach Us The Real Meaning of Christmas
As people scramble to be a proverbial Santa for their loved ones. There are many in this country who will not have any gifts, a Christmas tree, or even a warm meal to eat. Many […]
Why It’s Critical to Start New Year’s Resolutions Early
Everyone makes New Year’s resolutions—myself included. Joining the gym and shedding those extra “holiday” pounds, being more discipline, and/or applying yourself more on the job (or looking for a new one) typically fall on the list […]
Lex Loves Couture’s 3rd Blogiversary
To my readers: While at a conference a couple weeks ago, I was talking to someone about Lex Loves Couture. When I told her I had been blogging for three years, she says “Oh, so you’re a […]
Style Crush Monday: Kiernan Shipka
If you are a fan of Mad Men, then you literally watched her grow up as Sally Draper. The eldest child of the illustrious and philandering Don Draper. In real life, she is quite the style […]
Trending: Pastel Accessories
Here is a spring trend you can start rocking right now! A pastel accessory is the perfect pop of color for an outfit. It is subtle and can act as more of neutral than a […]
WATCH: Rihanna Makes Denim on Denim Chic in FourFiveSeconds Video
Can this girl do any wrong?! If I wore a men’s denim jacket and baggy jeans, I would like a frumpy fool. When Rihanna wears it as she sings her heart out, she looks like […]
Solange Knowles Nails Unconventional Wedding Glam
Solange Knowles, 28, married longtime beau Alan Ferguson, 51. The couple wed in New Orleans in a beautifully quirky ceremony that included Knowles’ arrival on a white bike wearing an ivory Stephanie Rolland jumpsuit. Knowles stunned […]
Rekindled Obession: Missguided
Have you ever found an amazing clothing website by accident then completely forgotten about it? Well, that is the case for me when it comes to Missguided. I stumbled upon it a few summers ago […]
First post!
My name is Alexa and I will be your concierge to affordable fashion and beauty! Let’s make one thing clear right off the bat Lex loves couture, but Lex went to an overpriced private school, […]
