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Hot Day at South Street Seaport

I visited the South Street Seaport to attend an event yesterday and it must of been one of the hottest days ever in New York City! Once I left the event, Rolland and I decided to hang out in South Street Seaport a little longer. I know, I know. I should of headed straight to the car and into the oasis of the air condition. But, I decided against it! Rolland thought it would be a great idea to have an impromptu photoshoot. 

I loved the outfit I wore yesterday! I'll be honest, I'm the type of woman who loves finding alternative ways to get multiples uses out of my clothes. So I used a summer dress as a shirt!

Every woman should try it at least once! I normally do this during the winter months. But I felt like doing it that day. Here's a tip for pulling off this look. If your dress stops above your knees, it's the correct length to use. Any dress longer than that would be too long and bulk up in your pants. 

I paired this dress with a white pant to allow the pattern  of the dress to be the primary focus of my outfit. I finished off my look with a blue handbag and flat.

Even though it was a really hot day. I felt great and had fun! Ladies, if you haven't tried using your dress as a shirt, just do it. This one creative move will lead to other creative outfit ideas! Have fun and play with your style!

Xoxo,

Monique 

Dress: As U Wish (unavailable) | Pants: Gap | Sunglasses: Aldo (Similar) | Necklaces: HM (similar) | Shoes: Ann Taylor | Handbag: Katespade (Similar)

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A Happy Place called Photoville!

Yesterday was the last day of summer! What a bummer!... But it's okay. Even though I am not in love with fall, there are many things to look forward to during that season. Last weekend, my boyfriend suggested that we spend our day with two of our closest friends, Andrew and Bianca. These two are amazing people with great personalities; so why not spend such a wonderful day with them. 

In the heart of Dumbo, there we were, walking from cargo container to cargo container admiring the collections of photography create by emerging and established photographers. Each collection had a story to tell. Whether it was the happy days of being a child growing up in the seventies or a tragedy and the will power of perseverance that allowed the individual to overcome their struggle. Many of the photographic images resonated with me. Especially those that portrayed the effects of war and poverty.  I have always been sensitive when viewing people in need. That's why I am as charitable as I am. 

Besides the photography, there are many photo opportunities available for you to experience at Photoville. I had a really lovely day there and you should check it out before it ends on September 28th, 2014.

This is what I wore for my day of fun.!

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Thank you for reading! 

Xoxo, 

Monique 

OUTFIT

Shirt: H&M (Similar) | Pants: Gap (Similar) | Watch: Kenneth Cole | Necklace: H&M | Bracelet: H&M | Handbag: Kate Spade (currently on sale) | Shoes: Michael Kors 

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