Big City: Big Dreams...

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Big City: Big Dreams
May 29, 2013

photos by Steve Parker
( H&M Vila Flare black dress, Kardashian Collection  Black Leather Tote Bag, Michael Kors watch, Forever 21 Flower necklace,  Lola Shoetique Black and Gold VAL Heel )

 

 Big City: Big Dreams...What is your dream? I remember being in college going onto my Senior year, and still wasn't sure of what my life held for me in the future. I wasn't sure which path to take or who to follow. Luckily, I was more than blessed to receive a job coming right out of college into one of the most professional, richest cities in the world. Yes, Washington, DC. Wow! What does a young woman from a small country town called Mullins, SC know about the great city of Washington, DC?

I didn't know much when I got here, but my mind didn't limit my goals and my dreams. I watched closely at others, I took notes when notes weren't supposed to be taken, I asked questions when others tried to figure it out on their own. I did what no one else thought I could do- I pushed and motivated myself.  I remember looking in the mirror into my own eyes and asking, "Who am I?"  And it was the weirdest feeling -- I suddenly felt motivated to answer that question with confidence and with pride. I knew in order to be heard and to make a difference, I had to do something different that everybody else WASN'T doing.

 

I put it the work. Today's look is called "Big City: Big Dreams." The name speaks for itself...A young southern woman who moved to the big city on her own with no family is quite an astonishing move, but I did it knowing I'm up here to make a difference and to make all my friends and family back home proud. Today I am wearing the H&M Vila Flare black dress, my black tote from the Kardashian Collection, Forever 21 flower necklace and my Black & Gold VAL heel from Lola Shoetique. I kept today's look quite simple but yet still appealing and professional. xoxoxoxo

I want you to share your dreams...What are your dreams? What motivates you to achieve these dreams?

Sincerely,

Brittney S. Carter

Flower Bomb...

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Flower Bomb
May 22, 2013

photos by Kendall Vincent
( Value City Thrift store flower dress, Forever 21 tan leather waist belt, Nordstrom Blue Brooch, Aldo clutch, Michael Kors watch, Aldo feather bracelet, Jessica Simpson Ankle Strap Platform Peep Toe heels)

  Flower bomb...Can I detonate you?

Today's look is called "Flower Bomb" because I decided to throw on my blue brooch on with my tan/pink and green cotton dress to add a little FLAVA to my spring day. Wow, how can a simple blue brooch bring so much attention to an outfit? I'll tell you why, a brooch is a fashion decorative accessory that makes an outfit stand out even more to clothes with a rotating pin clasp located at the back of it. I haven't seen too many people wear a brooch, so here I am being different doing it. 

 

(Special thanks to my co-worker Shakira Hemphill who gave me the brooch ;-)

Everyone knows when the time comes to be all glamorous and fabulous, the "normal" routine that we are used will be to look for a designer dress, an exquisite handbag, a knockout clutch, a hot pair of name brand heels or some beautiful jewelery. Lets try something DIFFERENT. Besides the regular accessories like necklaces, rings, bracelets, anklets, and earring, let's not forget the often overlooked brooch or even a pin, any of these spectacular items can spice up any look from classic to contemporary.

Be You. Be Different.For Less.
Sincerely,
Brittney S. Carter

Young'n Blues...

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Young'n Blues
May 21, 2013

photos by Kendall Vincent
( Value City Thrift store blouse, Value City Thrift Store vintage skirt, Charming Charlies Bauble Bib Necklace , Charming Charlies clutch, Michael Kors watch, Michael Antonio pink peep toe pumps)

Today's look I went for what is called the "Young'n Blues." Whoever said that you HAD to spend thousands of dollars on high-end name brand labels to make a statement is WRONG. Style is an expression of individualism mixed with charisma. Fashion is something that comes after style. I prefer to get very creative when creating outfits because I like to stand out ;-) This look is perfect if you want to spice up your day around the office; the pink heels will most definitely make your outfit POP! If you don't have a pair of pink heels, experiment with some light yellows, neon greens or turquoise for a splash of color!

No one wants to be boring in the workplace with dull dark blacks and browns, add some SPICE to your LIFE! ;-) 

"One should either be a work of art, or wear a work of art" - Oscar Wilde

Leave your comments and tell me what you think about this look. Enjoy your day!

Sincerely,

Brittney S. Carter

Meet The Creator

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WELCOME! 

May 20, 2013
Meet the Creator

photos by Chasni Gerald
(H&M cotton stripe dress, salvation army skinny waist patent leather belt, Lola Shoetique Venice Red Ankle Strap Heels)

Have you ever looked into the mirror and wondered who is staring back at you? Or longed to finally unleash the many parts within you? Were you ever at a still point in your life, where you didn't know which route to take next? This is me. Brittney Carter; the motivated woman, the ambitious woman, the passionate woman, the sad woman, the crazy woman, the impatient woman, the curious woman – with all of these descriptions of myself jumbled up behind my public persona, behind my glam and gloss – I am just a simple woman who thrives on making her mark in the world while inspiring others along the way.

I've decided to create a blog on simple and inexpensive fashion finds! I'll provide tips on where to shop, how to shop, what to wear and what doesn't look so hot. My passion for fashion has been with me since I was 11 years old. My eye for fashion started in the 6th grade when I participated in my very first fashion show. As I matured older into high school, I turned my mother's hallway into my own personal runway. Every night before school I would create outfits and model them for her and my sister.

Obsess for Less is a reflection of my life and how I like to incorporate my many different ideas, shapes and patterns of clothing that are very inexpensive into my everyday life. Feel free to follow my blog for daily tips, ideas, comments and CHEAP fashion finds!

Sincerely,
Brittney S. Carter