GFS Christ Chic: That Feeling In Your Gut

I've been having this feeling in my gut for the past few weeks...maybe even months...that things will change. 

In a good way. 

I'm overly inspired by people who turn their passions into a paycheck. 

Anytime I hear stories of people who stepped out on faith and made things happen for themselves...I get this tingle in my spine. 

God has been planting seeds in me through so many conversations with friends and family.

I don't know what that means for me specifically....but it means something. 

I'll keep you posted!

  Jacket: Gap (so old)

Belt: Zara

Skirt worn as dress: Gifted by Rocquelle (She got it from Imperfect Concepts)

Shoes: Jessica Simpson

Bag: DIY RAVEN

(Thank you Rocquelle from Consider Me Lovely...for the skirt, for the talks and for your expertise!)

So many fly people in Houston!

*For those of you who are new to this blog, Christ Chic posts are simply what I wear to church*

Truth

I'm really obsessed with this thrift store camo jacket/shirt. 

I've worn it three times this week. 

If it's tomorrow...I'm probably wearing it then/now.

Anyone else going to see The Hunger Games? 

I CAN NOT WAIT!

I have to brave the teenagers for a seat but I WILL DO IT!

I'm going to the movie theater on the other side of town though. 

I would rather slice my eyeballs open with a hot, rusty  box cutter than run into one of my students at the closer movie theater.

Camo shirt (Thrift store)

Skirt (Target)

Shoes (Jessica Simpson)

Custom Leopard Bag (DIY RAVEN)

I was able to swing by a private Giorgio Armani event at Neiman Marcus.

I received a complimentary makeup session with celebrity make up artist Tim Quinn and his team.

I think I may have found a new foundation too!

I wish you could smell him through this picture.

He smelled divine!

And he was hilarious!

I want him to be my friend

#truth

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Christ Chic: Moments Like These

The hubby just returned from a business trip to Scotland.

He shared the story of one of his coworkers and the story was just too moving for me not to share with you.

His coworker was a self proclaimed agnostic.

(Stating facts...no judgement here:)

The coworker, let's call him Peter, told the hubby that he had an important event when they returned to Houston.

(Goodwill Dress, Steve Madden Heels, Zara Trench)

He was going to have his 1st Communion.

 The hubby laughed it off  (insert my fist) until he realized that Peter was serious.

Apparently, Peter went to Rome last year and of course he had to visit the Vatican.

I know I would. 

 Peter said he walked into the Vatican and for reasons unknown to him...he fell to his knees. 

He said he didn't expect it.

He later recalls the moment as God literally knocking him in the head. 

Today, Peter is enjoying his First Communion.

I'm not Catholic.

And I'm not trying to convert you.

Really, the message is for me.

I went to church today and didn't get anything out of the message.

(That happens sometimes)

But the story of Peter, my hubby's coworker, moved my spirit.

The fact that he didn't believe...had no intentions on believing...and just like that, his whole world changed. 

That's proof enough for me. 

I'm sending a "1st Communion" card to Peter.

Something so miraculous deserves to be acknowledged.

Forever 21 Necklace

(Keep in mind that my husband is telling me the story so I'm positive important details were left out. Peter may have had cinnamon pecan pancakes with the Pope and that was left out of the story!)

If you're not into the message, at least enjoy my dress from Goodwill. It's one of my favorite finds.

Plus, I'm carrying the American Apparel "inspired" Reiko Red clutch that was named after me by DIY Raven earlier this year. She closed down her shop though:(

 For my new followers, my Christ Chic posts are usually just what I wear to church:)

ATLANTA...The Night When The Food Sucked!

My in-laws also live in Atlanta. So, Juanette and I decided to have a big family dinner where my in laws and her sister/nephews all could get to see us while we were in town. 

 We went to Paschal's Soul Food Restaraunt. 

One word.
HATE.THEM.SO.MUCH!

Fine.

Four words.

We waited about 30 minutes JUST TO GET OUR DRINKS.

We got our darn near cold bread about 15 minutes after drinks.  We waited well over an hour for our food.

There was practically no one else in the restaraunt. So WHY SO SLOW!?!

Surely, we thought the wait would be worth it! It had to be, right?!?

NOTTTTTTT!!

The entire table's food arrived cold! (Well, one side of Juanette's chicken was warm)

My Mac & Cheese must have come straight out of the box.

I thought the drought was only in Texas but apparently there was a salt and pepper drought in Paschal's because the food was BLAND!

 

Now, anybody who knows me knows that I believe in customer service and usually will politely demand it but I was with my in-laws.

I'm not ready to show them how I get down...just yet.

So, I sat and rocked...and rocked...and rocked in my seat like Madea! LOL!

Someone at the table said something to the manager.

The manager FINALLY had the nerve to check on things and we informed him of our experience.

Ummm...why was he trying to hit on the women at the table!?!?

DOUCHEBAG!

  We came here for Soul Food not your crooked tooth smile! GRRR!

THEN...THEN....He asked US, "What should I do in this situation?"

 (H&M Dress, Pour La Victoire Heels, DIY RAVEN bag, Nappy Rutz earrings)

Aren't you the manager?

You didn't take Management classes?

Customer service class?

Haven't you ever been a customer?

By this time, I'm disgusted!

*still rocking like Ol' Ms. Sophia on the Color Purple in the Thanksgiving Dinner table scene*

I replied, "You should do what's fair and appropriate."

What do you think he offers us?

I'll wait...while you think...........

He offered to REFRESH our drinks...that should have already been refreshed an hour ago!

Then he asked if he can have new food brought to the table. 

WHY?? Because we like eating at midnight??

No, thank you.

What was his olive branch, you ask?

 Complimentary fruit and dessert for the whole table.

*blank stare*

Guess what.
We had to WAIT for that too!

He brought a single plate with a scoop of this and scoop of that...FOR THE WHOLE TABLE!

AS in our table of 8, try to divide a cupcake 8 ways!

Keep in mind...I'm trying to be on my best behavior.

So, I paid the OVERPRICED bill but you best believe that I wrote "all up and through" the receipt.

I was writing sideways...on the back...everywhere!

 

Juanette had words with him when we were leaving. I'll let her tell you about that exchange if she so chooses.

MORAL of the story...THEY SUCKED!

#isaidit

#nowwhat

*I will be posting my experience on YELP!*

...Next post...Gladys Knight Chicken and Waffles and thrift shopping in the ATL!

Telepathy

I wish you could read minds.

If you only knew what I was thinking today.

If you have my phone number, call me.

I'll tell you.

But be prepared for the truth...uncensored.

That is all.

Zara Scarf as Headwrap

Jessica Simpson Heels

DIY Raven Leopard Bag

Target skirt/shirt

F21 Necklace

(This is Lee-Lonn. I went to see him perform. You'll hear more about him in the future. We worked on the coolest project EVER! Can't wait to share more. It has everything to do with this!)

Parking Tickets Suck

You should know that while these pictures were being taken, the City of Houston's Parking Department was slapping a fat freaking ticket on my car.

Ihadnoidea.org

Iampissed.com

Grrr.edu

Itsalwayssomething.org

Ifitsnotonethingitsanother.net

Ishouldhavestayedhome.com

Vintage Dress gifted by my girl Juanette

DIY Raven Leopard Bag

Steve Madden Wedges

Earrings: Xpozher Accessories Boutique in Houston

GFS Series: Christ Chic

If you're new to this blog...I like to call what I wear to church "Christ Chic."

(If you're a Glee fan, then you know all about that. If you're not a Glee fan but one of your friends watches it religiously, then you've been exposed to the term:) 

Thrifted Silk dress worn as Blouse

Aldo Necklace

Target Skirt

LAMB Heels

I turned the belt backwards.

DIY RAVEN LEOPARD Clutch...*sings to the heavens*

After church, I removed the black skirt because I was tugging and pulling at it too much.

Two for one...not bad:)

*I was being a busy body and changed the settings on my backup camera...hence the fuzziness. Now I have to figure out how to set it back to its original settings*

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It's Been A Long Time!

It's been a while, hasn't it?

I have good excuses reasons but I'll save them for another time.

Let's blame it on Blogger being down for a couple of days.

What?

It's TRUE.

Blogger was down!

So that's my reason.

(Target Tank/Vintage Skirt*/Random Belt, Thrifted clutch)

The pockets on this skirt are fabulous!

My school year is winding down and wedding planning is in high gear.

I never really mention that I'm planning a wedding because I don't want to turn this into a wedding blog.

Like we need another one of those!

But I will give great highlites because you won't believe the gifted people that have come through this blog that will have a heavy influence on that day:)

I will say this...it won't be one of those "awww look at her skip on fake rose petals down the yellow brick road then watch them stuff cake in each other's face and everybody laughs because he got cake in her hair" type of events.

I don't have time for all of that foolishness and HOMIE DON'T PLAY THAT!

And my wedding shoes are leopard print for goodness sake.

I wouldn't have it any other way...but you knew that:)

It'll be lowkey but fun. Emphasis on fun.

 I'll share bits and pieces after it's all said and done.

 Today, I had the pleasure of meeting Yvette, owner of Belle Curve Boutique in Houston.

Chastity from The Curvy Girl's Guide to Style introduced us. (She knows everybody!)

I got to see some of the latest Spring items and I even got to play with the dolls style a few of the newer pieces!

I had great fun and the pieces are fab, affordable and I even taught Yvette that leopard print is neutral.

My work on earth is done!

Bella Curve Dress/Necklace

Belt & 2nd necklace (my own)

If you're in Houston, drop by Belle Curve and check out some of the goodies!

Yvette told me she started her boutique because she got so frustrated with the sizing of online stores and wanted to make fashion accessible to curvy women! Tell her I sent you and give her a big hug for me:)

Belle Curve Boutique

10350 South Post Oak

Suite 100

Houston, Texas

Belle Curve Top/Harem Pants

(These pics don't do the pants justice...the sequin band is part of the pants)

My personal bag by DIY RAVEN

P.S...These pictures SUCK hot boiled eggs! I'm working on getting my real camera back in operation.

*The vintage skirt I'm wearing is technically supposed to go to SFAM but I threatened encouraged Juanette to let me try it...for business purposes of course! (kinda loving it & keeping it) We are each other's personal shoppers so it's hard giving up goodies! *hangs head*

Beware, The Plain Janes of the World

If you are conservative, you are going to hate this outfit. I happen to love it! It is one of those "I feel the most me" type of outfits.

From the old school snakeskin glasses from the thrift shop for 49 cents...

...to the DOUBLE Leopard. Umm hmmm. Leopard sweater AND shoes.

(Just so you know, in my house...leopard print is a neutral. Those are my house rules.)

I've worn this dress a trillion times on this blog and I've never thought to wear this until today.

You would think that I felt ridiculous. 80's glasses...not matching. But I didn't. I felt kind of conservative.

Lately, I've really been into mixing prints. I crave it. I need it. Gotta have it!

Like I said, I felt the most ME.

JCP leopard cardi (I've had in my closet since September)

Anthropologie Dress

Random Belt

Sam Edelman Heels

"Reiko Red" clutch c/o DIY RAVEN

Thrifted Vintage Snakeskin glasses (these make me want to sing "Poison" by BBD) 

You really should get one of these custom bags by Raven!

P.S...Happy Cinco De Mayo! This is my Cinco De Mayo dance!

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