Fashion Event :)

The other night, I attended a fashion event here in Tampa (MIA2THEBAY), and my lace dress made another appearance.

I paired it with a leather skirt, and the wind caught the skirt,
so you can see the dress peeking through. ;) 

I decided to pair it with some Steve Madden lace-up platform sandals and a mini purse that was thrifted some time ago. I love the faux fur detail on this purse. I've been rocking it frequently, lately. 

At a designer's table, looking at her sketches. 

Models lining up for photos on the lobby.

This was MIA2THEBAY's first year showing in Tampa. It was a weekend filled with fashion events that concluded with a fashion show on Sunday evening. 

TALK TO YOU SOON. :) 

XOXO, 

Ker-Leen

Col. 3:14

Charming Saturday Sunset

As the sun set last weekend, my husband and I caught a movie in the historic Hyde Park, in our city. The trees and buildings carried a golden tinge as the sun made its way down from a long day's work. It gave the streets an interesting appeal; which made for great photos.

WHAT I WORE:
Floral Cardigan: Thrifted
Statement Necklace: Forever 21
Wine Petal Skirt: Thrifted
Caged Heels: Calvin Klein
Handbag: Zara Large Shopper

Hope you all are having a joyful week! Having joy is different from simply being happy. Happiness is momentary, but JOY is a deep-seated satisfaction with WHO you are and WHOSE you are. As for me, I belong to my Lord and Savior Jesus. He satisfies me and fulfills me even when life seems upside down. My joy in Him brings me the comfort and confidence to live from day to day.

I encourage you to choose joy in Christ when you are going through tough times. He brings satisfaction.

A joyful heart is good medicine, but a crushed spirit dries up the bones. Proverbs: 22

XOXO,

Ker-Leen
Colossians 3:14

  

Sunday Funday!!!

IG Post :)

Hi guys, 

This is just a quick blog post. I had an awesome day today and wanted to share the highlights with you all!!

Joe and I started the day with God, a nice run, brunch, and a b-boy battle at Crossover Church in 

Tampa, Fl.

BTW: These photos were taken with my iPhone; which is why the quality looks different.  

IG Post :)

See you all in the next post! 

XOXO,

Ker-Leen 

Colossians 3:14

Thrifted Fab!! Date Night Look #1

Hello Lovely People,

I've recently launched a new fashion series on my YouTube channel entitled 'Thrifted Fab' ! In this series I will be styling thrifted items into everyday looks. There will be a new video and corresponding blog post up each week. It's going to be exciting!!

OAN: I haven't been posting and uploading as often as I would like because its finals time! You may not know this, but I am a college professor as well, and it gets extremely hectic for me around this time. As much as I like to read, grading papers for several classes is no fun!

Only the good Lord has been getting me through this season. I am so looking forward to the summer! My workload will decrease and I will be posting both frequently and consistently.

                                           Floral Cardigan: Goodwill Outlet $.75

                                         Black Body Con Dress: Ross Stores $5.99

                              Black Carlos Santana  Platform Pumps: Ross Stores $22

                                         White Structured Mini Purse: H&M $3.50

WATCH MY NEW VIDEO HERE!!! 

Here's a bible verse to keep you going this week. 

Isaiah 41:10  fear not, for I am with you;  be not dismayed, for I am your God; I will strengthen you, I will help you,  I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.

XOXO,

Ker-Leen

Colossians 3:14

NEW SINGLE: I NEED YOU: RELEASED 3.31.13

In exactly 1 day 6 hours and 30minutes I will be celebrating two things: my new single being released and the resurrection of my Lord and Savior Jesus Christ!!!

'I NEED YOU' will be released for the whole world to hear on

  March 31, 2013!!

The whole reason I'm releasing new music on this date is because of my gratitude to Jesus for what He did for me about 2,000 years ago.

Photo Credit: Hanniel Joseph

He came to this earth to offer salvation to a fallen people but instead of taking it their eyes were blinded and they accused him of blasphemy. They could not believe that the Messiah had really come!

The accusations led him to conviction, and his punishment was death on a cross. Before dying Jesus said this to his critics, "Destroy this temple, and in three days I will raise it up." 

They thought He was referring to the temple they were standing in but He was referring to His body! Three days after his death, Jesus indeed rose, rolled away the enormous stone that had covered his grave, and had conquered death! Scientific evidence and the scripture says that He appeared to over 500 men in a span of 40 days!!! 

Photo Credit: Hanniel Joseph

He did all this to be a bridge between humankind and God. He paid a cost for our sins that we couldn't afford. Accepting Him as Lord and Savior of your life means that you have accepted his gift of Salvation. Your debts are paid for and you are forgiven. You no longer have to live in your past, you are a new "creation". 

This means that anyone who belongs to Christ has become a new person. The old life is gone; a new life has begun! 2 Corinthians 5:17

Photo Credit: Hanniel Joseph

In my new single, I NEED YOU, I talk about a relationship that I have with this loving God. Jesus has renewed my mind & my heart and made me into the confident, successful woman I am today. He is using me for the purposes of His kingdom and this song is a reflection of that.

Photo Credit: Hanniel Joseph

You can purchase I NEED YOU as early as April 2, 2013 on major outlets such as: iTunes, Amazon & IHeartRadio!!!! Thank you in advance for supporting my music!! :)



XOXO,

Ker-Leen
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Bright & Polished!

I love to add unexpected hints of color to my look! Since Spring is right round the corner, I thought I'd bring out these adorable sandals I purchased from Charlotte Russe on clearance for only $10!!!

Blazer: Thrifted

Gorgeous T-strap Sandals: Charlotte Russe

A still from my YouTube Spring Lookbook video!!

Glitter Clutch: H&M

I've posted a NEW video on YouTube!!! It's my Spring Lookbook!! Click HERE to view it!! :)



XOXO,

Ker-Leen

Colossians 3:14

Prabal Gurung for Target: Neon Edge!

Hi guys,

I'm absolutely in love with  this new collection at Target. I've put together some of my favorite pieces into 3 looks. :)

XOXO,

Ker-Leen
Colossians 3:14

Prabal Gurung for Target: Colorful Grace

Hi guys,

I'm absolutely in love with  this new collection at Target. I've put together some of my favorite pieces into 3 looks. :)

Colorful Grace by kerleen featuring pointy-toe pumps

XOXO,

Ker-Leen
Colossians 3:14

Prabal Gurung for Target: Casual Elegance

Hi guys,

I'm absolutely in love with  this new collection at Target. I've put together some of my favorite pieces into 3 looks. :)

XOXO, 

Ker-Leen
Colossians 3:14

A Hint of Spring...

Spring doesn't officially arrive until March 20, 2013 this year but I have already begun playing around with some Spring shades. I wore a fairly simple outfit today with a statement piece.

My statement piece was a coral colored blazer, purchased from Target on clearance for only $10.48! This blazer was originally $35.00, but Target regularly places various items on clearance for between 30-70% off. Because of this, Target is my favorite place to be! ;)

I've  been rocking this silver satchel very frequently! It's just so versatile.  I've also been experimenting with this silver collar lately. I've never owned a piece like this. In general, I am more of an earring girl, as opposed to a necklace girl. Give me a pair of fabulous earrings any day, over a statement necklace.

Collar Necklace: H&M
Coral Jacket: Target
Silver Bag: Target
Tank: Thrifted @Salvation Army
Leggings: Thrifted @ Salvation Army

I absolutely love these patent pumps! I picked them up at Ross and I have finally broken them in! LOL

Designed by Michael Kors, these pumps feature a 4-inch heel, studding, and a zipper detail on the back of the shoe. These are my go to pumps, as they add a hint of pizzazz to the casual outfit. 

Patent Michael Kors Pumps: Ross

Just as I have been walking boldly in some fresh colors, I've been learning to walk boldly in my calling, as well. 

When Christ shed his blood on the cross for the sins of human kind, he did it so that, if I accepted him as my Lord and Savior, I could walk with my head held high.

 My past no longer defines me and as long as my heart matches up with His, I can ask anything of my God. This bible verse sums up the way I am feeling at the moment:

^"This is the confidence we have in approaching God: that if we ask anything according to his will, he hears us. ¹⁵ And if we know that he hears us—whatever we ask—we know that we have what we asked of him."                             (1 John 5:14-15)

I did a music and video recording today for one of my friends, Mike, and I think this outfit showed up well on camera. 

 I'm looking forward to the Spring season. Although I don't follow trends too closely, I always get excited at the notion of challenging myself with the season's tones and shades. It's fun to put my imagination to use in this manner. So you all will probably see me transitioning into the next season with hints of Spring colors here and there, with each outfit post.

Check me out on YouTube for videos of some of my looks this season! Click Here!

Talk to you all very soon!!!

XOXO,

Ker-Leen
Colossians 3:14