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Personal fashion blog of Orlando based personal stylist Carla Nelson of A Creative Cliche.

Finding Your Personal Style for 2021

There are so many different personal styles that can help you feel confident and look amazing. Defining your personal style will help you express yourself and put together looks that you have been trying to achieve. You do not need to label your style, but it can help you if you want to express yourself better.

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Iconic Looks: Zendaya 2017 Met Gala


When I think iconic Met Gala looks, I always think of Zendaya’s Dolce & Gabbana dress at the 2017 Met Gala. Not to mention she was in the ER that day and still managed to show up to the Met Gala looking stunning. Total boss move.

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Fashion Trends & Covid-19

The impact of Covid-19 feels endless. From quarantine, to our “new normal”, and even to the current fashion trends. Since everyone is staying home and working remote, most people are shopping for cute and comfortable lounge wear. Sweatpants, neutrals, and comfy sets are all the rage right now.

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Accessorizing for Your Style with Believer

Believer is a brand made by and for history making women. With so many luxury and versatile pieces, you can create many different looks for any occasion and personal style.

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What COVID-19 Has Taught Me...

We as people commonly will say “I’ll do it when I’m truly ready” or “when I’ve saved XX more dollars” BLAH BLAH BLAH. With all of the major plans I had lined up for 2020, many of which I could’ve very well done in 2019 I realize there’s no such thing as a perfect time. The time is now and if you can muster up what you need to take your next step doit NOW. Don’t wait.

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A Five Year Reflection on A Creative Cliche

In the time leading up to this 5 year mark my mind has been ruminating on how far the brand has come. And so I decided to take a second to share publicly how it all came together and how we arrived HERE, today. The aim is to celebrate how far A Creative Cliche has come but also to encourage those who are in the very early stages of their brand, business or vision.

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An Extra Day to Be Extra

If you haven’t been able to tell we’ve been very adamant about being super intentional this year and adjusting your mindset to align with your goals. Whatever it is, give yourself permission to prioritize what it is you need right now. And with this year being a leap year, we’re blessed to have an extra day to do that. So this February 29th we want you to be EXTRA AF. Here’s what we mean. Be extra bold, extra kind, extra proactive, extraordinary!

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Working on Valentine's Day