OPEN LETTER: Every End Is A New Beginning

Fabulous Freeform,Fun,Inspiring,My Assignments,Photos,Real,Savvy,Sexy,Uncategorized,Videos — Mattie @ 12:19 pm January 12, 2011

Dear friends, family & readers: I’ve got to be honest. This has hands down been one of the best rides of my life. Sure, I didn’t end up as the winner but I certainly did not lose. I won knowledge on how to become a better fashion blogger, gained new…

PUT THEM ON: Best Face Scenario

Fabulous Freeform,Savvy — Mattie @ 11:17 am January 6, 2011
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Throughout this blog in my “PUT THEM ON” series I’ve done my best to give you a good idea of who these sunglasses will look good on, what you should wear it with and when you should wear them. I also gave you “Best Face Scenario” for each pair so…

BEAUTY BLVD: Homemade Brown Sugar Scrub

Fabulous Freeform,Real,Savvy — Mattie @ 11:08 pm January 5, 2011
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One of my New Year’s resolutions is to use more natural and organic products on my skin. I truly believe that if we can’t ingest it, we have no business putting it on our bodies. So with that being said, I wanted to share my recipe for my homemade brown…

HUT HANDBOOK: How To Tie A Turban

Fabulous Freeform,Fun,Real,Savvy — Mattie @ 8:44 pm
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One of this year’s hottest trends will be the fashion turban! Not sure how to take on this eccentric, chic trend? No worries, I got you covered. In this video, I take this awesome fabric I got from my cousin and show you how to tie a fashion turban.

UP, CLOSE & FABULOUS: To Be Continued…

Fabulous Freeform,Real — Mattie @ 1:18 pm
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As you’ve noticed, I’ve still been blogging even though the blog-off was technically over on the 31st. All the contestants learned that we could keep blogging even after the blog-off was over. And although I didn’t start blogging again until the 4th – I’ve had the worst cold ever –…

Halston Heritage Alice Pleated Clutch

Fabulous Freeform,Fun,Real,Savvy — Mattie @ 8:39 pm January 4, 2011
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As I explained a few days ago, this Christmas was exceptional because I expected nothing and got many gifts to my surprise. One of those was the Halston Heritage Alice Pleated Clutch. I won a Twitter giveaway on Christmas morning from them and I received my package from them this…

PUT THEM ON: Sunglass Hut Turns 40!

Fabulous Freeform,Savvy — Mattie @ 8:09 pm
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Not only is it a big year for the Sunglass Hut brand because of Full Time Fabulous, but this year the brand officially turns 40! They’ve come a long way from the kiosk in Dadeland Mall circa 1971 and they just keep getting better. Check out my top 11 Sunglass…

FAB FIND: The Aisle New York

Fabulous Freeform,Savvy — Mattie @ 12:23 pm
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Think about what a website would be like if The Knot merged with Gilt Groupe and that’s what The Aisle New York is. Incredible discounts on designer wedding gowns, which is a girl’s dream come true. The one of a kind site premiered yesterday and has gotten praises from ELLE…

ACCESSORIES AVE: Korto Momolu for Dillard’s Horn Handled Hobo Bag

Fabulous Freeform,Fun,Photos,Real — Mattie @ 12:00 am
Korto Momolu for Dillard's Horn Handled Hobo Bag.

During the holiday, Hubs and I did some fish sitting for our 3 year old godson, Harlem. Well, Harlem and his parents came over tonight to pick up dear Blue (who’s still alive by the way) and Ashley – Harlem’s mom – was rocking this awesome Korto Momolu for Dillard’s…

HAPPY NEW YEAR

Fabulous Freeform,Real — Mattie @ 10:29 pm December 31, 2010
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It’s almost midnight and as I’m off to a friend’s party I want to thank everyone for their continuous support during my journey. 2010 has been tremendously blessed and I intend for 2011 to be better! HAPPY NEW YEAR!

ON THE SPOT: Swank.

Fabulous Freeform,Fun,Savvy — Mattie @ 5:18 pm
I loved the cuffs and bracelets they had!

Earlier this week, I did some browsing for an NYE dress and stopped by Swank boutique. They had some really cute things there. Obviously, I had to try some things on and in typical Mattie fashion, I wanted to get everything I tried on. Marybeth, the manager, was there to…

FAB FIVE: Q&A with GINGER + LIZ

Fabulous Freeform,Inspiring,Real,Savvy — Mattie @ 1:55 pm
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If you love great nail polish then certainly you’ve heard of Ginger + Liz. They’ve been mentioned everywhere from The Zoe Report to Marie Claire and have been worn by Rihanna, Eva Longoria, Kourtney Kardashian and more. The ladies behind the brand – model & author S. Liz Pickett and…

ASSIGNMENT 5: My Vision Board for 2011 – A Full Time Fabulous Forecast

Fun,Inspiring,My Assignments,Real,Savvy — Mattie @ 11:57 pm December 30, 2010
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2011 is almost here and fashion in the New Year is full of life, colorful pieces and separates that tell a story. I’ve channeled my love for creating vision boards into four pieces dedicated to the 2011 trends and Full Time Fabulous traits. Whether you’re inspired by the runway and…

PUT THEM ON: Runway Ready Ralph

Fabulous Freeform,Savvy — Mattie @ 12:20 pm
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There’s nothing more classic Americana than Ralph Lauren. Ralph gives me everything I need – just like his clothes his sunglasses are impeccable. Take these Runway Ready Ralph sunglasses for instance. They’re oversized in a neutral brown that can be worn with just about anything. And since it’s Ralph, it’s…

HUT & HANDBAGS: Sunglass + Purse Matchup

Fabulous Freeform,Savvy,Sexy — Mattie @ 6:29 pm December 29, 2010
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There’s nothing like a terrific bag and a fabulous pair of shades. Sure, they’re “only” accessories, but accessories can make or break an outfit as we all know. Really great accessories can catch your attention from a mile away when worn right. While browsing the web, I found four lovely…

FAB FIVE: William Rast for Target

Fabulous Freeform,Photos,Real,Savvy — Mattie @ 2:06 pm
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Last week, the highly anticipated William Rast x Target collection premiered in Target stores nationwide. I was caught up in Christmas shenanigans all last week, so I finally got a chance to get my hands on some pieces of the collection. In case you’re not familiar with William Rast, it’s…

UP, CLOSE & FABULOUS: What I Got for Christmas

Fabulous Freeform,Fun,Real — Mattie @ 12:13 pm
Love my gifts!

It’s few days after Christmas and this year I honestly did not want any gifts. I have everything I need in life. My mom says that I’ve officially become a grown up with this thinking. It turns out it was one of the best Christmases I’ve ever had. Hubs ended…

PUT THEM ON: Epitome of Cool Zegnas

Fabulous Freeform,Savvy — Mattie @ 11:01 am
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These Zegna sunglasses are the epitome of cool. They’re laid back and effortlessly chic. Whether you’re the cool hipster promoter dude from downtown or the chick with all eyes on her in an impeccable summer dress in the Hamptons, these specs could go either way. Without trying, they grab your…

ACCESSORIES AVE: Ti$a Love Ring

Fabulous Freeform,Savvy — Mattie @ 11:50 am December 28, 2010
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We all need a little love in our life, right? I absolutely adore this four finger Love Ring from Ti$a. Super, super cute! I first spotted it on my friend, Kim and tried it on myself. But because I have abnormally small fingers, it didn’t quite work on my hand….

UP, CLOSE & FABULOUS: Snow Day

Fabulous Freeform,Photos,Real — Mattie @ 11:08 am
Brrrr.

For Christmas, Atlanta actually got snow! So the day after, before I wrapped up my fourth assignment, I went out to lunch with Hubs and he caught some flix of me in the front yard. I rocked a thrifted red blouse, a Forever 21 scarf, Vogue sunglasses (c/o Sunglass Hut),…

PUT THEM ON: A-Okay in DKNY

Fabulous Freeform,Savvy — Mattie @ 10:47 am
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When it comes to classic downtown taste no one does it quite like DKNY. And the proof is in the pudding once you see these shiny, black DKNY sunglasses. How awesome are these square frames? Wear them casual, wear them dressy, wear them in the spring, wear them come fall…

UP, CLOSE & FABULOUS: Christmas Day

Fabulous Freeform,Fun,Savvy — Mattie @ 5:49 pm December 27, 2010
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Hope all of you guys had a fabulous Christmas. I celebrated with my husband’s side of the family this year and they do dinner on Christmas Eve. The day was full of fun, family and laughter. On Christmas Day, I decided to get jazzed up in my favorite color (pink!)…

ON THE SPOT: Loca Luna

Fabulous Freeform,Fun,Real — Mattie @ 1:17 pm
The nachos were delish!

The day before Christmas Eve, I went out and about with friends to local taco spot, Loca Luna. Absolutely delicious! I’d like to consider myself a taco connosieur and this place had some excellent tacos. I got some nachos as an appetizer and they were DIVINE!!!!!!! I couldn’t stop eating…

PUT THEM ON: Semi Annual Sale

Fabulous Freeform,Savvy — Mattie @ 9:59 am
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The best part about holidays is the after Christmas sales! And Sunglass Hut is no different. Be sure to head to your nearest Sunglass Hut or their website and get up to 30% off on select styles. Here are a few of my favorites: PUT THEM ON: Ray Ban aviators…

ASSIGNMENT 4: The 10 Holiday Sweater Commandments

Fun,My Assignments,Real — Mattie @ 9:02 pm December 26, 2010
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Some holiday sweaters are bad, really bad. In fact, to make sure I got this assignment right, I tried some of the really bad ones on. But if done right, they truly capture the holiday spirit. So to avoid the bad, here are the 10 holiday sweater commandments… Thou shall…

A Full Time Fabulous Christmas Tree

Fabulous Freeform,Fun,Real — Mattie @ 9:15 pm December 25, 2010
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While I was out being Full Time Fabulous this holiday season, I saw the best (and probably biggest) Christmas tree in Buckhead. It was lovely. That being said, MERRY CHRISTMAS!

UP, CLOSE & FABULOUS: Holiday Grocery Shopping Way Too Late

Fabulous Freeform,Real — Mattie @ 4:59 pm December 24, 2010
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Hi, my name is Mattie. And while I may be Full Time Fabulous, my timing on holiday grocery shopping is completely off.

HUT HANDBOOK: Snickers Bar Pie

Fabulous Freeform,Fun,Real — Mattie @ 4:41 pm
Enjoy!

With Christmas being in less than 24 hours, it seems as though I’ve been in my kitchen non stop. I’ve had to do a lot of baking and my cousin-in-law, Jasmine, came over and made her tasty Snickers Bar Pie and shared her recipe with me. Naturally, I just had…

PUT THEM ON: Velveteen Electric Sunglasses

Fabulous Freeform,Savvy — Mattie @ 3:09 pm
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I really enjoy vintage accessories – especially sunglasses. Now, until I win my new Full Time Fabulous income, I really can’t afford vintage so I appreciate when specs like the Electric Velveteen Sunglasses are available to me via Sunglass Hut. They’re very 60s-esque, but yet classic with black plastic frames….

SUNNIES & STILETTOS: Spring 2011 Shoes + Sunglass Hut Matchup

Fabulous Freeform,Savvy,Sexy — Mattie @ 4:05 pm December 23, 2010
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If you’re like me, then you LOVE shoes. No, like seriously LOVE. I did a little looking (more like dreaming) on LUISA VIA ROMA at the Spring 2011 shoes and could hardly keep it together. I started dreaming about my new fabulous life, if WHEN I win this competition and…

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Allow me to introduce myself: I'm Mattie - a self proclaimed 'Charlotte with Carrie tendencies' who has impeccable style & elaborate taste. Sure, my choice of big sunglasses, red lipstick & 5 inch heels may not always be reasonable, but they're most certainly fabulous. With my love for shoes, make-up & a great buy, I have successfully turned my passion into a blossoming fashion writing career. And now my incredible journey has brought me here to you. So as you put them on, I'll put you on to who wore what, what's in stores near you & where to be as we both help each other become Full Time Fabulous.

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