If you’ve ever lived away from home as an adult, you understand having to start over for a lot of the most pertinent areas in your life. This includes finding a new primary care physician (PCP), a new dentist, a new favorite Thai or sushi spot and most importantly, a new barber or beautician. As a Black woman, a new…
Fashion & Style
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I love February. Not only is it a relief to know I made it through January (see previous post), but it’s also Black History Month. Oh, and let’s also not forget that it’s the month of loooovvveee (imagine that being said in my Luther Vandross voice). Black History Month is February’s main attraction in my eyes. Other than the obvious…
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Most of the country is experiencing cooler temperatures, shorter days and pumpkin-spiced everything. Beautiful leaves clutter the ground and new fall fashions have arrived at your favorite retailers. Fall is here, folks and I’m happy about it! Fall is my favorite time of the year, mainly for the clothing. Sweaters, boots and tights fill up my closets, keeping me warm, cozy and covered. Yep- covered. Unlike summer, fall wardrobe keeps me…
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If you have been in any retail store or seen any ads online, you should know that animal print has been one of the top trends for the last few seasons. No matter if it’s leopard, zebra or snake- it’s all over our dresses, pants, sweaters, and skirts. There is no escaping this sassy look so I’m here to give…
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The time of the year where people filled their bellies with drinks, sweets, and buttery-yummy goodness is officially over. I don’t know about you, but I indulged in cakes, pies, fried goods and rich meats wrapped in other savory flavors for longer than I care to admit. I gave in more often than not because it was sitting in front of…
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Most of us have experienced a short-lived Fall and jumped straight into Winter. I’m talking dropped temperatures, cozy sweaters and dustings of snow. Outside of the temperature, rich plaids are additional indicators that winter is right around the corner. You see it in scarves, sweaters, skirts and more! I’m rocking my plaid in styles appropriate for work, family gatherings or a…
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For most retailers, Black Friday is one of the most important days of the month, quarter and maybe the year. Customers are willing to leave the warmth of their homes, wait in long lines and even forego a second helping of leftovers just to score what they think is the biggest deal of the year. Well, you better watch out…
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Who doesn’t want to wear leggings all year long? Who loves a feminine take on military fashion? I see those raised hands! I enjoy the combination of tough and feminine which is why I run straight to military-inspired style. It makes me feel chic, strong and fashionable all at once. It’s what I like to call, “Military Femme.” Ladies,…
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If you have had the chance to do any shopping or visit any stores recently, you have surely seen that pleated skirts are an all-time must-have for every woman’s closet. They are feminine, flirty and fabulous for the fall season. See some of the styles below that will add the right touch of style to your wardrobe. I snagged this…
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How you look on the outside should reflect what you’re feeling on the inside. Therefore, when you look good, you feel good. And what better time to look and feel good than when you’re on a date? No matter if you’re married and trying to spice things up, single and deciding to treat yourself, or dating and hoping to look…