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This year was my first full year of blogging (January to December) and I, personally, think it's amazing to look back at my past outfits and compare how I've changed and/or improved :). This has definitely been a great year of blogging for me. I accomplished more than I ever imagined (500+ Facebook likes, 300 GFC followers, and 60,000+ pageviews) and I can see Chocolate Laced growing more than it already has (this excites me!) Without further ado, here are my Top 10 Looks of 2012 and your Top 5 Favorite Looks this year!

My Top 10 Looks of 2012

The outfits that made me look and feel like MONEY!

1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5

6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10

Your Top 5 Favorite Looks This Year

Based on Facebook & Instagram picture likes, Chictopia & Lookbook stats, & blog views and comments! (Not including any that I've previously mentioned!)

1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5

BONUS!!

Ever since purchasing my DSLR, I've had my friends take a profile photo of almost every outfit just so I could one day do this!


That concludes my year in review! For those of you celebrating it, have a very merry Christmas tomorrow!


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Monday, December 24, 2012 No comments

One of the ways I have been able to extend the horizon of my wardrobe has been by experimenting with my color, pattern and texture combinations. It's very easy for someone to get stuck wearing jeans everyday or pairing everything with black. While there's really nothing wrong with wearing jeans or wearing black, there are many ways to make an outfit stand out if you choose to do so. It's also fun to step away from your normal look and try something completely out of the box! That's usually how I create my favorite outfits! I've put together a couple of my looks that will hopefully inspire you to start making some "WOW" factor combinations!

Deep Coral & Navy: I wore this outfit early in my blogging "career". I've always loved bright colors, but I wasn't brave enough to wear loud brights together just yet. This color combo is definitely perfect for spring as well as summer. When in doubt, pair a bright with a neutral that isn't black!

Red & Camel: This outfit remains, to this day, one of my top five favorite outfits. I was inspired by an outfit post that I had seen on 4acesdate and I added my own little spin to it.

Coral & Mint: This is more of a minty blue than the popular mint green and coral combo that everyone loves today.

Purple & Pink (cover photo): Now that I think about it, there isn't a set method to my color matching. I go by eye. If I think it will work, I try it. Sometimes it does, sometimes it doesn't. This outfit was certainly worth the risk!


Polka Dots & Houndstooh: When mixing prints, like I did here, try going for a monochromatic look. The prints will stand out rather than looking bland in a look with just one tone or color.

Stripes & Leopard: I've actually done quite a few looks with stripes and leopard: one monochromatic, one paired with beautiful brights and this one! I think this one really steps out of the box since, instead of pairing black and white stripes with leopard skin print, I paired a multicolored and unconventional striped pattern with a leopard/cheetah--I can't tell the difference--animal print.

Stripes & Floral: This is probably the safest and easiest pattern combination for you to try. When mixing stripes with your florals, try to have at least one color that pulls them together. It could be a color they have in common, or you could leap right into using complementary colors to bring them together! That would be super cute!

Abstract & Geometric (cover photo): I dove head first into this mix of prints and I'm so glad I did. The fact that the abstract print of the pants were black and white made this outfit that much more acceptable. Try pairing two wild patterns together and see how well it works out!



Denim & Lace: Adding a feminine touch to denim shorts by wearing them with floral lace tights will surely give a nice twist to an outfit!

Chambray & Chiffon: Creating depth in an outfit is as simple as this! Just as I stated with the last combo, add a feminine material with an "everyday" texture to create something new.

Leather & Lace: This is one of my favorite texture combinations ever. The juxtaposition of leather and lace, to me, is the epitome of a literal paradox. Lace is seen as delicate and sweet while leather is harsh and rough. Pair them together and you have a beautiful lie. I love it.

Linen & Denim (cover photo): Jazz up your jeans by pairing them with a texture that's sure to make them stand out! This linen blazer brought out the sand-washed look of my jeans as well as adding a new element to my outfit.

The End


I sure hope you enjoyed that post as much I enjoyed making it!

P.S. I've updated my Colors page! Check it out, I think you'll really love it... I mean, I do!



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Friday, June 01, 2012 No comments

1|2|3|4|5|6|7|8|9|10|11|12

Outfit 1 was worn the day I got the job at H&M! I walked many miles in those heel and as comfortable as they are, I experienced my first blisters ever! Ouch!

The most classic feel and look of the year goes to: Outfit 2!

I will never forget the day Outfit 3 put me on the front page of Chictopia!

Outfit 4 was very reminiscent of Janelle Monae in the way I styled my hair and I loved it!

My first time ever getting thick braids and I debuted them with Outfit 5. Also strutted my stuff in my DIY off the shoulder cropped top!

Outfit 6: Best interpretation of Menswear.

Need help mixing prints? Check out Outfit 7!

My absolute favorite shoot was with Outfit 8. I had a wonderful time experimenting with poses and the weather was beautiful!

I wore Outfit 9 to my first Interview with H&M. I actually wasn't expecting an interview that day. They called me while I was at my summer camp job. Good thing I was still dressed to impress!

Outfit 10 is what I called "Neutral with a ROAR!" I loved it and it was very well received. I got over 700 notes on Tumblr thanks to this outfit.

Outfit 11: When DIY Goes Right!

Outfit 12 is my absolute favorite combination of 2011. Yes, I saved the best for last. Not only did the colors go wonderfully together, for my first time ever wearing shorts with tights, I did a great job in convincing myself that the style is worth trying! I also love how blue the sky is in all the pictures!

And there you have it! My favorite looks of 2011 (June-December since that's how long I've been blogging so far!)

What were your favorite looks that I wore last year? Did they make my final cut?
And last, but most certainly not least,

Happy New Year!


This is what I wore on New Year's Eve (to work)



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Thursday, January 05, 2012 No comments
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