How to Wear A MuuMuu/Kaftan (and look like a baller)

(Note: It is not baller to let your white ankle sock show, I know).

 A muumuu, a kaftan... call it what you will. The point is: no one will know whether or not you're wearing underpants. We've seen similar garments on the runway and in the Walmart, (If your from a small town you call it THE Walmart) and if you're like me you have fantasized about wearing this pajama-like garment in public and doing it with PAZAZZ. The question that begs to be answered is, how do you style a muumuu?

I'm sure many people are appalled at the thought of wearing what is normally considered to be house lounging clothing in public. I however, am a big fan of this look for several reasons.
 A. I already mentioned the underpants thing.
 B. It's a breath of fresh air to any wardrobe and social situation
 C. The cat lady/eccentric weirdo implications.
 D. Comfort factor is turned up to 11.

Things to keep in mind when rockin' this roomy garment HARD:

- Attaining a muumuu and/or Kaftan is relatively simple. As I've mentioned before in this post, you 

  can find one Ross Dress for Less, or in this case with less, ya know,  since you won't be
  wearing underpants. 

  Go Here, here and here for other rad Kaftans/Muumuus.

- Avoid the silkier materials if you're going for a wallet friendly muumuu. Cheap silky materials tend

  to look tacky particularly when they are adorned with bold patterns. 

- Rounded toe ballet flats are too easy with a look like this. If you want to wear a shoe you 

  can slip on, consider something with more of a pointed toe

- As far as footwear, a minimal sandal would work or booties like these 

- Biker jackets add edge for a less beachy more urban vibe.

- You could always go super 70's with a scarf or turban on your noggin and radical curls.

- In the summer time, don't be scared of a giant hat. Especially if you're close to a beach! 

- A bold lip color will remind people that you are aware you are not in your pajamas. 
  I'm wearing Elf lip stain. Elf is super cheap and cruelty-free. 

- I would avoid anything too overly beaded. You might teeter on the edge of costume-y. Wear

  a geometric metal cuff, or a metal neck like this. 

  

And then there's this one:

{Vegan Leather Jacket: Buffalo Exchange (similar)}{Hat: Vintage}{MuuMuu: Vintage}

{Boots: Vince Camuto}{Lips: Elf}

Birthday Handbag: Dooney and Bourke Florintine Bag

I'm not a handbag lady. When browsing aisles at the Rack (Nordstrom Rack, affectionately) or at any thrift store, handbags don't speak to me the way clothes or shoes or amazing crappy folk art pieces do. This is why you rarely see me holding a bag in any of my outfit posts. However, I am a grown-ass woman, and I decided for my birthday I wanted an investment piece...a nice handbag.

I am blessed with the most amazing mother who helped me with and funded my mission. When I went for a handbag priced at less than $100 she said,
"A (Ashley, affectionately), put it down. We're getting you something nice"

This process was hard for me! In my mind I'm imagining the thrift store haul I could score for the price of one nice handbag. Furthermore, nothing jumped out at me. They were all too trendy (I try not to invest too much in trends) or too suburban or too expensive. 

That is until I laid my eyes on this beauty. Dooney and Bourke. Yes. Classic company, but the bag has a modern twist with the fold over detail at the closure. They have a duck in their logo (cute factor), there are tassels (always a plus with me where ever they may be...handbags, shoes, boobies) and the bag had a tinge of a western feel --- which as of late, is a vibe I'm noticing my aesthetic can't quite escape.... and I'm okay with it.

I LOVE it. Perfect size and weight! I feel like a bona fide adult lady! Carrying a nice bag just makes you feel like you have your shit together...the same way a great pair of heels makes you feel like a sex machine powerhouse. Nothing like material items makin' you feel like a woman! AmIRight?

What do ya think? Any handbags you're vibing on lately?

{Skirt: Thrifted Vintage} {Shirt: Old Navy (old, but here's a similar one)} {Cuff: JCP (similar)} 

{Neckalce: Thrifted Vintage} {HANDBAG!!!!}

Splurge Vs. Save: A Cruelty Free Skin Care Product Guide

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In my fur/leather in fashion post, I talked about wearing 1st hand leather in moderation. Besides that though, I was thrilled with all the opinions and points of view written in the comments. I already shared with you guys that I had made the switch to almost all cruelty-free skin care products, so I thought I'd let you know exactly which products I use! All of the products above I have sought out, bought, and used on my skin. I'd recommend them to anyone who isn't a leper or the like. (In that case, please consult a professional). 

I know I listed Arcona twice, but I am a BIG advocate of them. I love their line, and it saved my skin after it went berserk from the treated water and dirty air in LA. I had been using the same face wash for almost 5 years, and when I moved out here it stopped working. I broke out like a 15 year old. As soon as I started on the Arcona skincare line, my skin balanced itself out.

However, Arcona, like a lot of the cruelty free stuff I use is kinda pricey so I thought I'd share the lower priced stuff I've tried out too! People need options, ya know? I know the Prada at the bottom may be confusing. The company that makes their perfume, Puig, is entirely cruelty free. 

FYI: My skin type is SENSITIVE....like if you look at me wrong I get a rash. 

(This is NOT a sponsored post, I truly like and use all of these products)