Closets&Drawers: black

...and they were all yellow

Tuesday, March 24, 2015

You notices I gave the blog a fresh new look. I've been wanting to do so for a while now. I'm so glad with the outcome. I hope you all like it as well.

Today's OOTD might not go too well with the weather we've been having for spring here in Chicago but we can hope we can wear it soon. A very simple outfit that doesn't need much but still looks awesome! This pencil skirt is beautiful, the palm tree print really makes it the statement piece in this outfit. A simple halter like crop top in black to make the skirt stand out or maybe just because I love black.

Shoe wise I added these platforms that are going to be HUGE this spring/summer season. The 90's and 00's are coming back. They compliment the outfit perfectly. I wanted to keep the black and white going so I added this clutch in white to not pull too much attention away from the skirt. Last, the sunglasses. I always seem to add at least something with color in all the outfits. In this case, it's these yellow sunglasses. I loved them. The perfect amount of color with this black and white outfit.

What are your thoughts about this outfit? Let me know! Can't wait to hear from you :)

...and they were all yellow by elisabethzm featuring a stretch pencil skirt

black

Black is the new Black

Tuesday, March 17, 2015

This will be the very first post of 2015 and of me now as a mom. Yes, I had a baby! That is partially why I have been absent for some time. Sorry to have left you in the dark for such a long time. I will post something on my newborn on another time. Now it's time to get back to business.

I have been out of the limelight for a couple of months due to the lack of an internet connection. That basically means that I need a lot of catching up to do. Don't worry, I'll try my best to get right back where I was before.

I'm going to start this year with something that always and will always be the best and most loved essential for me...black. I love how it's casual, elegant, sophisticated, chic, etc, etc. So I posted this completely black outfit. Gotta go the monochrome way.

This shirt dress is the perfect way to say hello to spring! It's just around the corner! Adding the platforms gives more height and elongates the legs giving you a better silhouette and longer legs, who doesn't love that? I added black accessories. Basically, black everything. With black outfits even when you don't accessorize too much you look great.

Here is a new post, hope you all enjoyed it. I'm excited to be back and have you all read me. Let me know your thoughts!

Band of Outsiders

Rainy Casual

Wednesday, June 04, 2014

It's the middle of the week and it's a cloudy, rainy and chill day here in Chicago. It's a nice little change from the humid weather we were having.

I wanted to go for a completely casual outfit today. It's definitely more street style. Throwing in some runners to be way more comfortable. Remember that just because you wear runners doesn't mean you can't make them look great! A simple pair of jeans with cuffed bottoms. I liked this black silk satin top because I thought it would add some texture to the outfit. It kind of gives contrast to everything else that is on here. Since I'm making this an outfit to wear on a rainy cool day I threw in a long black cardigan to keep you a bit warm and just add more pieces to make the outfit more interesting.

Since the outfit looked a bit dull with all the black, I decided to add the bright blue beanie to give it more of a lively aspect. Just give it that boom of color. I really liked this outfit. I could walk downtown with an umbrella with this and look amazingly fashionable in the rain!

What are your thoughts on this outfit? Can't wait to read your comments!

OOTD #19 by elisabethzm featuring blue jeans

Alice + Olivia

Mysterious Floral

Tuesday, June 03, 2014

I missed you over there weekend and on Monday! I guess I just needed a few days off. I had a bit of a crazy unexpected weekend. As always, I'm looking forward to the week to keep you up with great new outfits.

Today I wanted to go for a darker look with just some color accents. I thought this skirt was perfect for that. I like how the colors are not that bright but still stand out from the black. I added a black crop top with leather accent cap sleeves. I thought this would give the outfit a bit more of an edge to it. I didn't want to add heels or flats so I ended up with these ankle boots. Seems to give it more of a casual-dressy look and I love it!

Just adding simple accessories will make this outfit perfect. A triangular wristlet, just to add some more edge to the outfit.

I would recommend that if you are shorter you could use heels instead of the ankle boots. This way you can make your legs look longer and not have the length be cut off by the boot.

What are your thoughts on this outfit? Can't wait to read your comments! :)

OOTD #18 by elisabethzm featuring a leather wristlet

black

Black is back

Friday, May 30, 2014

Guys, it's finally Friday! That obviously means you are all ready to get out of work and have some you time. I'm obviously a huge fan of black, most of my wardrobe is black so I decided to put together an outfit today that was based on black.

I'm more of a casual person so this outfit is one that is more relaxed but still has a bit of elegance to it because that's what black always does. This pleated skirt is cool, reminds me of my high school days back in Mexico. It's fun and flirty. The top is a t-shirt with a fun print that makes the outfit more casual but still perfect to go out. Flats, I wanted to use these black flats just because the skirt, I felt, was enough. I don't want to over do it because I want this outfit to be a more relaxed look.

For accessories I added gold accents. It seems to me that I always use these but it's just because I love the shine that they can give an outfit. It's a subtle kind of shine and it always looks great.

Enjoy your weekend everyone! Don't forget to share your thoughts on this outfit in a comment!

OOTD #17 by elisabethzm featuring vintage sunglasses

black

Closet Find

Friday, September 06, 2013

The time is coming when you need to take out the jackets and sweaters from the closet. So, for todays closet find we have this faux leather jacket.

I love the quilted print on it and the fact that it has a rounded collar. It's simple yet eye catching. It would definitely be a must in my closet.

This would bring together any outfit, not only that but it will always keep you warm and there is nothing bad about that!

**Reunion Quilted Faux Leather Bomber Jacket by Goldie (see more black faux leather jackets)

What's your favorite, jackets or sweaters?

ankle booties

Closet Find

Tuesday, August 27, 2013

As of right now, well maybe a month back, I have been falling in love with ankle boots. I just fell even more in love with the ones that I found today.

They have such a clean and sleek look. The heel I adore! The gold accent on the heel just add a little more edge to the style of the boot.

This is something that I definitely would want to have in my closet right now, not only because they are beautiful but because they can go with anything; a skirt, dress, jeans, shorts, the list goes on. They are just so versatile.