LITTLE BLACK DRESS.

(Black Dress, Thrift; Spiked Heels, Miss KL)

xoxo,

the skinny fashionista.

VINTAGE GAP.

It's been extremely hot outside these past few days. Taking pictures is starting to become excruciating, but I continue to do it because it's what I love to do. I love communicating with you guys through photos. The support is immense and I love everyone that shows me love.

(Vintage Gap Crop Top, Thrift; Creepers, Boohoo.com; High Waist Wrangler Shorts, Thrift; Jean Jacket)

xoxo,

the skinny fashionista.

FOXY MAMA.

(Top, Thrift; High Waist Shorts, Forever 21; Platform Converse)

P.S. If you haven't already, don't forget to enter my giveaway I'm hosting with Oasap. I will choose a winner on June 1st, but I have to have at least 50 participants.

xoxo,

the skinny fashionista.

SHE'S ON FIRE

(Fire Crop Top, Thrift; Skater Skirt; UNIF Hellbounds, Dolls Kill)

xoxo,

the skinny fashionista.

I CAN UPGRADE YOU | 5-24-13

(Crop Top; Jersey, Thrift; Striped High Low Skirt, Go Jane; Jeffrey Campbells)

xoxo,

the skinny fashionista

I GOT JAZZ PERSONALITY, G MENTALITY.

(Crop Top Turtle Neck, ASOS; High Waist Jeans; Jean Shirt; Combat Boots)

Song Inspiration:

xoxo,

the skinny fashionista

SLEEK AND CHIC.

(Blazer, Thrift; Blouse, Thrift; Pants, Thrift; Platform Converses)

xoxo,

the skinny fashionista.

THE SKINNY FASHIONISTA X OASAP GIVEAWAY!

Hi guys! I am currently hosting a giveaway with Oasap! You could have a chance to win a piece from their summer and spring collection! The giveaway will end June 1st and I will be selecting a winner.

To be eligible to win, you must:

1. Sign up as a member of http://oasap.com

2. Follow at least ONE of the following accounts:

http://pinterest.com/oasap/
http://facebook.com/oasap
https://twitter.com/Oasap
http://instagram.com/oasap_official

3. Follow my instagram (taylormcfly) . I will posting updates on there also.

4. Comment on this post with the email address you signed up to Oasap with! (Winner will be chosen based on email address in database.)

If you are chosen as a winner, you will be able to select one of the following items:

http://www.oasap.com/skirts/27767-candy-color-skater-skirt.html
http://www.oasap.com/skirts/28739-elegant-mini-skirt-with-chiffon-overlay.html
http://www.oasap.com/trousers-leggings/27416-shining-galaxy-print-leggings.html
http://www.oasap.com/hats/28450-sweet-floppy-hat-with-floral-embellishment.html
http://www.oasap.com/t-shirts-vests/28260-effiel-tower-print-short-sleeve-t-shirt.html
http://www.oasap.com/t-shirts-vests/28656-cute-pink-panther-print-short-sleeve-t-shirt.html
http://www.oasap.com/t-shirts-vests/27657-sleeveless-round-neck-crocheted-lace-vest.html
http://www.oasap.com/dresses/28066-fashion-sleeveless-chiffon-dress-with-asymmetric-hem.html

Good luck!

xoxo,

the skinny fashionista.

BEETLE JUICE!

I was offered the opportunity to collaborate with Go Jane for their 'Go Jane BFF Blogger Program'. Of course, I was more than excited seeing that I purchase a lot of things from their online shop! I was sent a pair of Striped Chambray Overalls and boy do they fit like a glove! I decided to pair them with my new, favorite spiked sandal heels that I recently purchased from Charlotte Russe.

(Chambray Striped Overalls, Go Jane ( www.gojane.com/84688-bottoms-striped-chambray-overalls.html?camp=theskinnyfashionista); Cropped Bralet, Charlotte Ruse; Spiked Sandal Heels, Charlotte Russe)

xoxo,

the skinny fashionista

GRUNGE PRINCESS | 5-19-12

I've always told myself that I wanted to get into making my own designs and although I have only designed something once, I am proud to be able to say that it's mine. This dress was created my senior year in high school (2011) and the outcome of it was great. I was going for more of a vintage 50's/60's style and how I'm wearing it in this post is just me spicing it up. I felt like a princess, so I dressed as such.

(Glitter Vintage Dress, Yours Truly; Color Block Shoes, DIY Project; Pearl Shades)

xoxo,

the skinny fashionista.

AMERICAN HOUSEWIFE.

I've been trying to experiment with photography more and I had this idea to do an 'American Housewife' shoot right in my kitchen. It literally came to me out of boredom, but I love how the shots came out. I suck at cleaning by the way.

(Bandana Top, Thrift; High Waist American Flag Shorts, DIY; American Flag Booties; Pearl Shades)

xoxo,

the skinny fashionista.

LOVE CRIMES.

(White Tank Dress, Charlotte Russe; Monochrome Jacket, Consignment; Spiked Cap Toe Heels)

xoxo,

the skinny fashionista.

OFF TO THE RACES.

(Custom Made Tank, Free Spirit Soldiers at http://freespiritsoldiers.bigcartel.com/; High Waist Jeans; Sandal Heels;)

xoxo,

the skinny fashionista.

INTERVIEW TUESDAYS: THE CLEAN SLATE 704

Usually here at The Skinny Fashionista, you typically see just photos of myself in my latest clothing, equipped with a caption of where I scored the clothes, right? Well, as the days pass, I find myself diving into newer things. One of those things being interviewing other bloggers. It was pretty hard choosing which blogger I wanted to interview for my first one, but I decided to go the easy route and interview someone I was more familiar with. I could have went with a more typical female fashion blogger, but I wanted to do something more interesting. I wanted to interview someone who covered all aspects of media, not only fashion. With this interview, I bring you Jonathan Mclean, co-founder of The Clean Slate 704 (http://thecleanslate704.com) . His partner, Jeff Lockhart (@NastradamusJ on Twitter) was absent for this interview, but his presence is still felt. 

(Founders of The Clean Slate 704, Jeff Lockhart (right) and Jonathan Mclean (left). Photo courtesy of Twitter.)

T: First off, let’s start with introductions. Tell the readers who you are, where you’re from, your dreams/aspirations, pretty much anything. Make it as random as possible if you want.

J: My name is Jonathan McLean and I am the co-founder of The Clean Slate 704, which is a mens fashion, lifestyle and music blog/online magazine. Aside from my job there, I am a sophomore at North Carolina A&T State University where I am majoring in journalism. I was born in Charlotte, NC believe it or not where I aspire to be a journalist to work in the fashion industry with many different titles.

T: How did you come up with the name ‘The Clean Slate 704’? Who came up with the initial idea?

J:  I came up with the name The Clean Slate 704, but I don’t really like to speak on it because it’s not just me that runs this blog/online mag. My best friend/brother runs it along with me. Before we announced and drop the link to the blog I asked him if he wanted to change the name of the blog and he said no lol. Ever since then, you have had The Clean Slate 704.

T: For those that have never visited The Clean Slate 704, what exactly is it? Who and what does it cater to?

J: The Clean Slate 704 is a men’s music, fashion and lifestyle blog/online magazine that caters to males. We have love for everybody and didn’t want to discriminate. So therefore, in my eyes I didn’t want to put a demographic on my product and leave anyone out. Everybody eats, b.

T: Has being in college expanded your knowledge on the fashion, music, and art world? Or were you already hip before college?

J: COLLEGE DOESN’T TEACH YOU ANYTHING! It just forces you to grow up and adapt to real world happenings. And no, I was already hip. Been fly since ’94.

T: Where can you see The Clean Slate 704 being in five years from now? Do you plan on building an empire?

J: I don’t like to necessarily ‘plan’ things out, Jeff and I run with each opportunity we are presented with and don’t look back. But as far as 5 years from now and expanding, I plan to be in New York City in my loft overlooking skyscrapers. Empire? We are already an empire. With the addition of our 6 new contributors (you being one) we are ready to takeover and bring the black youth back in a positive way.

T: From what do you guys draw your inspiration from?

J: I draw inspiration from the people and places around me. There is nothing better than being inspired by the things and/or happenings around you. That’s life. Embrace it.

T: When it comes to music, what is a must have in your collection? What is your summer anthem?

J: Jeff will tell you, I’m not really a music head. Give me crisp pair of denim, white button up and I’m good to go. BUT…it’s a must I have Jay Z, Dom Kennedy and Max B. That’s fly music for you. Summer anthem? I’m waiting on Dom Kennedy to release “Get Home Safely” so I can’t say just yet.

T: I see that you guys have a lot of support from the North Carolina area. Do you also have other supporters from other areas?  

J: Oh yes for sure. People email us all the time from all over. I could on and on. Really…I’m just thankful for the support thus far. This is only the start of something amazing.

T: Both of you have managed to score internships in New York. What was your initial reaction when you landed the position? Do you have any advice for others seeking internships in the media business?

J: First off, let me say big thanks to Complex Magazine for the opportunity, I can’t thank you guys enough. I was shocked when I first received the email, but it hit me that when you put in work good things come in return, so all I could do was thank God. For advice, I would say dominate social networks. Don’t just use them to score females off the late night, but use them to get ahead of the guy that’s trying to score females off the late night. You will thank me later.

T: Last but not least, here’s a fashion scenario – It’s a blazing summer day and you’re going to a music festival, something like Coachella…what do you wear?

J: Easy. White short sleeve button up, floral printed shorts, a low top Nike (probably an Air Max 1), gold watch and my gold Cartier frames. It doesn’t take much to be “fly”. All you need is confidence and more confidence and half the battle is already won. 

As you can see, Jonathan here is a very well rounded young man indeed, an inspiration to myself as I too take this blogging path. I am honored to be a guest writer in the future for The Clean Slate 704 and I wish these two young men nothing but the best. Sending good vibes their way without a doubt. To see the greatness for yourself, visit http://thecleanslate704.com and also follow Jon on Twitter @J_Clean .

xoxo,

the skinny fashionista.

BODY ELECTRIC.

(Aztec Crop Top, Queen Peeka at http://queenpeeka.storenvy.com/ ; Roller Shorts, Thrift; Jean Jacket; Platform Converses)

xoxo,

the skinny fashionista

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