Around The Block

Hey guys, sorry I've been somewhat MIA this past week. Mmmm, Monday is here! The weekend goes by way too quickly! I wore this outfit last Thursday, no special occasion just felt like dressing up as it was beautiful NYC weather!

Dress QI, Pucci Scarf

I love this color block dress from QI! Color blocking is one of the top trends for 2013.  This trend has been around for many years, except now the colors are more vibrant and bold.

The key to color blocking is pairing solid color pieces together. As you can see the neutral colors in this Qi dress compliment my pink scarf! Photography by Steve Zak

I am finding my pucci scarf my savior during bad hair days! It adds an extra umph to any outfit :) 

I hope everyone is having an awesome June, can you believe it's the last week already? Time flies!

If you are in NYC, stop by my job's store QUINN where you can purchase the colorblock dress I am wearing! QUINN is located on 181 Orchard Street between E. Houston and Stanton :) Follow QUINN on facebook here and on Instagram @QUINNNYC. 

xo
Kosi

I'm your National Anthem

Chaser LA Tee, Madewell Leather Shorts, Topshop pumps, Pucci Scarf,  Muubaa Leather Jacket

The sun is out and the city was calling my name on Sunday! I have been feeling amazing now that I am working out more often, showing off the curves, and eating right. There is nothing like a lazy Sunday where I can breathe and explore!

There is always a song during the springtime that always gets stuck in my head, right now it is "National Anthem" by Lana Del Rey. I know I'm a little late but it's a cool song to have on repeat exploring the city!

 All photography by Steve Zak

xo
Kosi

Scarf down

Hey guys!

A few weeks ago, I stopped by Eleven C Consignment shop in Park Slope. The boutique focuses on big names in great condition.

My purchase: An authentic Pucci 100% silk scarf. The a price for a 100% silk Pucci scarf in department stores/vintage store is can be from $350-$600. For those not familiar with the designer brand Pucci, it is was on the most iconic brands of the 20^th century. Designer Emilio Pucci was born to one of Florence, Italy's oldest and most noble families. His designs first caught the eyes of fashion insiders during the 1940's.  

I got the scarf below for $120, an yes it's authentic! A lot of people sell the knock off version on eBay, ioffer stating the scarf is authentic.I usually wear scarfs in the winter time but lately I have been trying to get out of my comfort zone and try new things in regards to my style: adding more color and purchasing more staples in my closet. 

Eleven C boutique has a flagship store, located at 1st Avenue and 11th Street in Manhattan, the boutique is in its third year of buying, selling, and trading high-end apparel and accessories. Their section location in Park Slope opened a month ago.

Picture from Eleven C Boutique The price points, are reasonable for the labels. Customers can expect to find jeans from J Brand to Burberry ($35-75), dresses from Diane von Fustenberg to Chanel ($250).  Designer handbags depending on the brand, will run you up into the thousands typical of consignment shops. Besides wearing the scarf around my neck, lol for the money I paid I made sure there were a few places where I can wear it:

Using the scarf to add color to my black bag

lol new hair accessory! I am excited about my purchase as a Pucci scarf is a staple to have in every closet, they are timeless! As I get older, I rather invest in timeless pieces than trendy pieces that last a season or two.

 Follow Eleven Consignment Boutique on facebook here.

xo
Kosi