Could you believe that vests are back? When I read that I kind of got a little mad. Why you ask? Because it's no secret I'm heavy-chested so whenever this trend makes a comeback I find it hard to wear unless I'm buying a vest two sizes bigger than I need to. It's annoying but I manage when I can. In this case, I didn't manage.

The Spring vibes are definitely winding down. As the weather gets warmer I'm starting to put the jackets & blazers away but before I do I'm taking the ones I didn't get to wear much out for a spin like this cropped military green blazer from Old Navy that I love so much. It didn't get a lot of action this season. I found it hard to match things in my closet for some reason but loved it in this dress on a random errand day.

Guys & Dolls it's hot outside today. I'm not prepared for that at all. I'm still in full spring-style swing. 82* today. That's when the real New Yorker comes out of me. How many times could I say “Oh Nahhhh” until I am back inside? Today's outfit will be interesting that's for sure. But until I have to deal with it I'll remember the good times in this polka dot dress.

Ok. If you've been here a while you know purple is my favorite color. You know I love a casual dress and you know I love any excuse for photos all over Harlem. I wasn't feeling my best that day.

Didn't think I'd have to try and convince Mother Nature to be more consistent. It's giving men lately am I wrong? Still, in the moments that she shines brightest, I get glimpses of what my spring wardrobe could be & get excited at the prospect of not wearing heavy jackets for a little while!

Gotta say. I love this collection. I didn't pick up as much as I wanted and there is still one piece that needs a photo but I love how bold the prints are. I love that the sizing went way up. I love that classic wrap dresses were features and I super loved a lot of the home decor. If I knew how to get some of the home decor home I would have gladly bought it. I just love the designer collaborations at Target. It gives us a chance to afford something a little finer.

What do you think New York City? Think spring is finally showing her face or not? Because I think she finally trying and in honor, I wear a color I usually don't do. ORANGE. I don't know something about it always scares me. Sometimes orange can wash me out especially if I've tanned. So the brighter the better for me. Unless it's that long pleated burnt orange skirt from H&M. Then I can pull orange off with no problem.

You're gonna see a Stoney Clover Lane look at any time in any season. If you asked to look at my collection I'd be here for quite a while showing you every single sweatshirt, pouch, bag & even charms. I go all out. Did you see my New Orleans post! I’m a fan. So when the weather finally cooperates you create a little SCL moment.

Did you think I wouldn't grab this @bttfbway denim jacket? It was a must-purchase from the @bttfbwaystore and I'm so happy I did it. I don't think I've ever owned a denim jacket that fits like a glove & brought joy to strangers. Yet there I was walking around Harlem with a jacket that made at least 3 people smile. True story!

Are you seeing these jeans! Oh my goodness these jeans. You know I always get a little nervous when I'm trying out a brand I've never shopped at before but I think I struck gold with @everlane and that makes me very happy because I love being able to branch out a bit nowadays.

What is it about our neutrals that us New Yorkers love so much?

Neutrals are your best friend. I say that lovingly. They are the key components to any outfit. They are usually the color to complete the look per say.

It was no secret that I was going to shop while in Chicago. What I didn’t expect was to find quite a few affordable classics that I now wear here in NYC pretty frequently.

Let’s go through the 4 stand-out pieces I got & one I left behind!

It's hard, to sum up what these films mean to me. Escapism was very real in my household. My life growing up was hard. I always imagined traveling with Doc to times I’d always wanted to see. The creation of the pyramids, the first flight! You name it I wanted to go. They helped me. They inspired me.

I was so happy in London. My goodness, I was so pleased in London! Please remind me that if I ever leave New York I will move to London. What a city. I could go on and on for hours about how much I loved it there but instead, I will focus on fashion!

A little commotion for the coat, please.

It broke my heart to leave this incredible Italian wool jacket at home. I had to leave it at home for our Paris/London trip because it’s a thick boy! & we had a lot more important things to bring. Alas, it was the first thing I wanted pictures of when we got back.

You know how much I love a good hat. A quick search of the word on the site & you’ll find a plethora of blog posts all about them.