Category: Fashion

Cargo Pants + Bodysuit

Even though it’s still very hot in Florida, Fall is almost here. What better way to wear pre-fall than some grey cargo pants? Throw on a blazer and this would be a perfect look for fashion week.  This look is great streetwear. I got the ensemble from Micas (cargo pants and bodysuit here), an online boutique I found on instagram. The pants are actually quite light and airy, perfect for a pre-fall look. I wore them with my favorite Isabel Marant black sneaker heels (similar here) that give a little height to my five foot two frame. What casual looks have you been wearing for pre-fall?

        

Photo Credit: Sergey Yusin

Sincerely,

“Fashionably-Late”

     Malinda F. Knowles    

Girly Summer Picnic: Fave Looks from Anna Sui NYFW Spring/Summer 2025 Show

So happy New York Fashion Week! I am down here in Florida working but am following digitally. Anna Sui showed a beautiful Spring/Summer 2025 collection full of ruffles, bows, straw handbags and curled hair. I just loved the looks and I couldn’t help to think some of them are perfect for a spring or summer picnic. Cutouts and see-through are still on trend for next spring and Anna Sui partook in the trend with the below blue and white dress. She also featured a few dressed perfect for a cocktail party or even prom for the kids. What shows have you been loving thus far?

                                 

Sincerely,

“Fashionably-Late”

Malinda F. Knowles

Perfect for a Garden Party: Max Mara Dress

Hey there folks! How are you doing? I recently went to Palm Beach and grabbed a beautiful Max Mara dress from their shopping district. It is perfect for that garden party or brunch with the girls. There are sewn-in silver and sparkly brooches to make the perfect accent. And, there are pockets! I just love the dress and will definitely be wearing it as it is somewhat a classic piece. What dress have you been wearing in these last summer days?

Photo Credit: Sergey Yusin

Sincerely,

“Fashionably-Late”

Malinda Knowles    

Naomi Osaka’s Nike x Ambush US Open Outfit

In a nod to Japanese culture, Naomi Osaka hit the US Open in style with a Nike x Ambush green outfit. Bows, tulle and ruffles were designed for the tennis star and she absolutely glowed and made quite the fashion statement. The outfit had a removable tutu and windbreaker that she took off to reveal a green tennis ensemble. She was returning to the court after a break for her mental health as well as a pregnancy. Check out more of the tennis champs’ look and original sketch below.

Photo Credit: Mike Stobe; Robert Prange/Getty Images

Sincerely,

“Fashionably-Late”

Malinda F. Knowles

Bohemian Sisterparty

So what’s going on? I stumbled upon this brand Sisterparty fishing around on instagram and really enjoy their sets. Some of the items are very sexy and bold but a woman should feel sexy, right? Anyway, peep this new orange set I found on their site. I wore them with my Good American clear heels (similar here) and some gold jewelry. It’s so hot this summer that the set is perfect to stay cool but look cute at the same time. Check out the outfit below.

Photo Credit: Sergey Yusin

Sincerely,

“Fashionably-Late”

Malinda Knowles  

Cinq à Sept Summer Suit

Happy Monday! Time to throw on that work gear, be productive and make some money. I recently copped a light baby blue Cinq à Sept summer shorts suit (blazer and similar shorts here) that is perfect for this heat. I paired it with some Dolce & Gabbana floral print heels and my Marc Jacobs blue handbag. I’ve been in financial services since 2006, working independently now with Knowles Financial Group.

Who says work clothes have to be boring? With a statement necklace and shoes, you can really jazz up a suit. Anyway, what have you been wearing to work?

    

Photo Credit: Sergey Yusin

Sincerely,

“Fashionably-Late”

Malinda Frances Knowles

Kiss & Ride Monokini

This has to be one of the hottest summers on record. It’s been so hot here in South Florida that I’ve had to take multiple showers quite often during the course of one day. This God Save Queens Kiss & Ride Monokini is perfect to cool off in a pool or at the beach. I just love the design and the purple snaps that connect the chest. Down here in Florida, it probably won’t cool off for a while. But if you are up north, enjoy the last dog days of summer and go to a pool near you in this monokini. I’ve collected many bathingsuits living here in Florida and this one just might be one of my favorites. It makes me feel fashionable and sexy at the same time.

Where have you been getting your swimwear this summer? And, which is your favorite?

Photo Credit: Sergey Yusin

Sincerely,

“Fashionably-Late”

Malinda F. Knowles   

Proenza Schouler Cutout

Good afternoon! It’s been so hot down here in South Florida that your dresses have got to be breathable. So I’ve been wearing this Proenza Schouler cutout dress that has been somewhat light and airy. I also recently copped these J. W. Anderson leather flats that go with almost everything, a really good buy (shoes and similar below). I pair it with my yellow Rebecca Minkoff handbag which sets off the yellow in the dress. The cutout trend is here to stay for a while, have you picked up on the trend?

 

Photo Credit: Sergey Yusin

Sincerely,

“Fashionably-Late”

Malinda Knowles

Rainy Dayz at the Store

So, how was your weekend? I’ve been working at a store and enjoying it. It was raining quite a bit this weekend so I threw on my leather pearl chain boots and a black Karl Lagerfeld t-shirt dress. You can dress it up and down and I love pairing it with this t-shirt dress. I think they were inspired by these Chanel boots that did very well years ago. After work, I got my nails done and I am so excited to have found a new fabulous nail tech at Avalon Nails and Spa in West Palm Beach. Her name is Kayla and she just does an amazing job. What have you been wearing this summer when it rains?

 


Sincerely,

“Fashionably-Late”

Malinda F. Knowles

Favorite Paris 2024 Olympic Team Designs

Ralph Lauren for Team USA

So, let the summer Paris 2024 games begin! Of course, the teams needed uniforms and fashion designers around the world met the challenge. Have you been watching? I’m all the way here for Simone Biles and Sha’Carri Richardson. It’s all so exciting and as a former athlete, I truly appreciate all of the sweat and tears that go into being an athlete. 

Anyway, here are some of my favorite team outfits from around the world. Which uniforms do you like most?

Berluti for Team France

 

Stéphane Ashpool for Team France

 

Michel and Amazonka for Team Mongolia

 

Lululemon for Team Canada

 

Stella Jean for Team Haiti

 

Labrum/Adidas for Sierra Leone

 

Speedo for Team Australia

 

Actively Black for Team Nigeria

Sincerely,

“Fashionably-Late”

Malinda Knowles