Elle Varner: 'You Must Have A Curly-Hair Towel' (VIDEO)

Elle Varner: ‘You Must Have A Curly-Hair Towel’ (VIDEO)

Unfortunately life and work happens all the time and sometimes balls are dropped. But my Elle Varner interview (that should have went live 3 weeks ago) is still amazeballs in my head because well… it’s freaking Elle Varner. The Grammy-nominated singer not only gave me 15 minutes of her time,...
Resolutions: Coping With Cancer, Finding My Purpose & Surrendering To Faith

Resolutions: Coping With Cancer, Finding My Purpose & Surrendering To Faith

Loaded with lots of up’s and a few down’s (or maybe I should just call them challenges), last year was one for the books as my elders would say. I was on TV quite a bit (three times to be exact), I moved to NY, and then just before all...
#NailTip: How To Remove Glitter Polish

#NailTip: How To Remove Glitter Polish

Oh how I adore the sparkle and glitter. Especially on my nails. But 30 cotton balls later and you’re still stuck with your un-fabulous glitter polish, it now seems like a horrible idea. That is… until some genius put all of us “d” to how to remove it–without the stress....
WHY I LOVE: Coral Lipsticks (featuring CoverGirl & Ellis Faas)

WHY I LOVE: Coral Lipsticks (featuring CoverGirl & Ellis Faas)

Why I love coral lipsticks? This is really a no brainer! For me it’s totally the new nude color of the season. Both coral lippys that I found were a cream based lipstick. Which, I am finding to be a new fave of mine. Something about matte lipstick that reminds...
Common Misconceptions About (My) Hair

Common Misconceptions About (My) Hair

Every day I walk outside my door and enter the world outside people stare at me. Well, really my hair. Even more so now that my hair is short and currently naturally curly. Although I am kinda use to it, it can be really annoying to catch folks in the...
6 Vintage Shopping Tips For The Frustrated Fashionista!

6 Vintage Shopping Tips For The Frustrated Fashionista!

Shopping vintage has its up and downs but it is a spectacular way to personalize your look and update your wardrobe with a small budget. Whether it’s a pair of Levi boyfriend style jeans to a Louis Vuitton Steamer, every vintage shop has what you need to enhance your lifestyle. ...
The 5 Super-Uber Annoying Things About Your Blog

The 5 Super-Uber Annoying Things About Your Blog

I seriously laughed out loud and instantly wanted to chime in after reading a post by Beautifully Invisible from a couple weeks ago entitled ‘The 10 things that drive me crazy about your blog.’ I thought it was amazingly witty and quite humorous. But more importantly – absolutely freaking true!...
5 Reasons to "Say NO" to Lace Front Wigs!

5 Reasons to "Say NO" to Lace Front Wigs!

 ”THE Worst Invention to the average woman.” OK, so let me not assume everyone knows what a lace front wig is. Simply put – it’s a wig that is made to appear as if its your hair growing naturally out of your scalp BUT it’s really a wig. I say...
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Summer Bucket List Check-Off: #SmirnoffSorbet Summer Soiree

Summer Bucket List Check-Off: #SmirnoffSorbet Summer Soiree

My summer bucket list ideation started with my invite from Smirnoff to try out their latest genius delish fruity flavored vodka. This was certainly a much needed after work libations situation. As soon as I stepped in the room I was greeted with a cocktail and “Myra” went to work on my feet. (Shame on...
9 Ideas for Your Summer Bucket List (& Mine!)

9 Ideas for Your Summer Bucket List (& Mine!)

IDK about you all but I am so ready for summer! I want to walk outside and say, “Gosh darn it’s hot outside!” Hopefully mother nature will hear my prayers. In the meantime, I’ve started a Summer Bucket List. WHY? Because I plan to have a freaking blast this summer. I mean the kinda of...
Big HUGE News HERE! (Hint: It's Big & Huge)

Big HUGE News HERE! (Hint: It’s Big & Huge)

So somehow I forgot to announce that I am one of the 11 bloggers on this year’s Fashion Front for FFFWeek®. After receiving over 100+ applications from across the nation, FFFWeek® choose Gorgeous In Grey (woot woot!). The Fashion Front serves as the full figured fashion force at the front-lines of Full Figured Fashion Week (FFFWeek®) in New York –...
Who Are You & Why Should I Trust You? My Post TMS Panel Interview

Who Are You & Why Should I Trust You? My Post TMS Panel Interview

Hey girl hey! I’m officially back in New York city (does happy church dance) and kinda sorta back in the groove. I’ve got tons of product reviews, funny a$$ vlogs, and.. wait for it… I’m bringing back my style diary! In case you were somewhere living your own life and not stalking mine (please believe...
WHAT I DID THE OTHER NIGHT: Ursula Stephen's Salon Grand Opening + Rihanna Concert

WHAT I DID THE OTHER NIGHT: Ursula Stephen’s Salon Grand Opening + Rihanna Concert

You guys know I had a pretty difficult week! So when I learned that my date with Rihanna had been rescheduled, hunty, I was more than excited. My friend joked and said that my Mom got to heaven and told God he had to move the concert to Tuesday. I suppose it’s all in how...
Kerry Washington Cover ELLE Magazine June 2013

Kerry Washington Cover ELLE Magazine June 2013

Is there really a need for me to describe how much I love Olivia Pope Kerry Washington?! In my mind, we’ve been friends for such a long time. I’ve been with her for all the great moments and even some of the bad. Like her role in “Ray”. I told her that her hoodrat role...
5 Ways To Save Money & Still Buy Those Prada Pumps

5 Ways To Save Money & Still Buy Those Prada Pumps

Since moving to New York, I’ve become quite the frugalista. One could say that I was inspired by my somewhat over-priced monthly rent payment, or perhaps it’s that astronomically priced metro card I have to get on the regular?! Whatever my motivation is, I think it’s time that I bring my old school habits back...
Things My Mother Taught Me Before She Died

Things My Mother Taught Me Before She Died

When I was 6, you helped me find my own style. You’d make sure my hair was always neatly twisted with matching bow ties and barrettes. Every look I wore had a theme. Sometimes, I was a sailor girl. Sometimes I was dressed like Jane Fonda with a bright headband, a colorful track jacket, and...
I LOVE FATSHION: My Trip To The Mynt 1792 Showroom (PHOTOS)

I LOVE FATSHION: My Trip To The Mynt 1792 Showroom (PHOTOS)

I’ve been not so secretly swooning over Mynt 1792 since I was first introduced to them at Full Figured Fashion Week last year. My love affair with this brand begins at their classic denim pieces and ends somewhere with their obsession with creating transitional lifestyle pieces. I had the opportunity to visit their showroom in...
FYI, You Might Need This: YSL La Laque Couture Tie & Dye Nail Lacquer

FYI, You Might Need This: YSL La Laque Couture Tie & Dye Nail Lacquer

You guys know how I am about my polish! So trust (insert typical black girl pause) I was beyond intrigued when I found this new YSL La Laque Couture Tie & Dye Nail Lacquer on my homies blog. Problem is, I am not willing to commit my hard earned $25.00 to a nail polish (especially since most...
Are You A Hardcore Makeup Junkie? Get Tickets To The Makeup Show NY 2013 Here!

Are You A Hardcore Makeup Junkie? Get Tickets To The Makeup Show NY 2013 Here!

Q: Who attends The Makeup Show NY 2013? A: The Makeup Show is a PRO-only event open only to those in the beauty and fashion industry. Makeup artists, hairstylists, estheticians, cosmetologists, agents, models, stylists are all under the umbrella of permitted attendees. UNLESS A1: You are a GIG reader♥!  Are you a hardcore makeup junkie (twinsies!)...
WHAT I DID THE OTHER NIGHT: Kelly Rowland Courvoisiology Lab Event

WHAT I DID THE OTHER NIGHT: Kelly Rowland Courvoisiology Lab Event

So about that free Kelly Rowland concert sponsored by Courvoisier… Courvoisiology Lab is alright with me! Cocktails on repeat and 1/3 of Destiny’s Child on the stage making you bump like this (insert a 30-second dance party here) makes for one great night in New York city. Kelly (yes, we are on a first name basis) helped...
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