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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BLOGGING 101: Top 10 WordPress Features You Aren’t Using – But Should Be!

BLOGGING 101: Top 10 WordPress Features You Aren’t Using – But Should Be!

There are tons of amazing WordPress features you aren’t using. Don’t worry, I am guilty too. As a blogger, I am always on the hunt to better my writing skills and use the tools I have to their greatest possibilities. Out of the clear blue internet skies, I started getting these emails from VIP WordPress. Who...
The Top 3 #SATC Moments EVER! ... Oh Happy B-day SJP! (VIDEO)

The Top 3 #SATC Moments EVER! … Oh Happy B-day SJP! (VIDEO)

When “Sex And The City” aired on HBO, I was going beyond broke paying for my son’s private schooling, and couldn’t imagine spending not a single dime on premium cable. I had heard the buzz about the show for a few years, but it never mattered to me–that is, until the first movie was released....
WHAT I DID THE OTHER NIGHT: EDEN Bodyworks “Style With EDEN” Event

WHAT I DID THE OTHER NIGHT: EDEN Bodyworks “Style With EDEN” Event

I was asked to be the Digital MC for EDEN Bodyworks “Style With EDEN” event. Who knew there was a name for what I do best–tweeting and instagramming my life away at events.  To celebrate the launch of its new Coconut Shea collection, EDEN Bodyworks called upon a panel of super-gorge experts who shared insider tips on...
Samsung Smart TV Event: 3 Real Reasons You Need A $40K TV!

Samsung Smart TV Event: 3 Real Reasons You Need A $40K TV!

The Samsung Smart TV event brought out a few superstars (Kate Upton, Eli Manning, and Flo Rida) to help unveil Samsung’s Smart TV this week in the Big Apple. And oh boy does Samsung know how to throw a party to celebrate their new money-making product. You beauties know GIG was there to bring back...
5 Looks From Tadashi Shoji Fall/Winter 2013 That I'm Swooning Over

5 Looks From Tadashi Shoji Fall/Winter 2013 That I’m Swooning Over

We recently got a sneak peek at the Tadashi Shoji Fall/Winter 2013 line. And let’s just say… we were awestruck by all of the amazing designs that one man was able to drum up and create. His designs aren’t just for the young and skinny, but created with “all women in mind.” Certainly this collection...
Michelle Obama's Vogue Cover... Can We Say This Is Awesome?!

Michelle Obama’s Vogue Cover… Can We Say This Is Awesome?!

We’re just two weeks away from the actual release date of the Michelle Obama Vogue cover for April 2013. Somehow the Internet Gods, or some clueless intern at Conde Nast, leaked these images tonight. I’m thankful! Our FLOTUS called on a few of her fave designers, Reed Krakoff and Michael Kors, to dress her–while legendary...
I NAILED IT: Check Out My Look For The Sally Hansen I

I NAILED IT: Check Out My Look For The Sally Hansen I <3 Nail Art Contest

My boyfriend wonders if I really need another nail polish. I say yes! And thanks to my lovers over at Sally Hansen my collection of nail polish is now 100+. But for good reason. I was asked to participate in Sally Hansen’s I <3 Nail Art Contest. And boy did I have fun. I was sent tons...
MOST WANTED: ZELLHAUS Fuck You Very Much Ring

MOST WANTED: ZELLHAUS Fuck You Very Much Ring

How can you not love this ZELLHAUS Fuck You Very Much ring? It’s the most clever way (I can think of) to throw subtle shade the entire day. I know it’s totally inappropriate to rock during your three o’clock meeting, but aren’t we sick of daily meetings where we talk about what we’re going to accomplish for the...
SAVE 40% Off My Favorite Hair Product!

SAVE 40% Off My Favorite Hair Product!

I’ve been crushing on Eden Bodyworks since I was introduced to the brand last summer. I did an awesome in-store event with them at Wal-mart where my love grow deeper. Fast forward to today and… nothing’s changed. It’s still my go-to shampoo and conditioner. I’m so excited to be featured as a part of their...
3 Ways To Wear The Little Black Dress

3 Ways To Wear The Little Black Dress

Every girl should have a go-to little black dress to wear; every girl should also know how to style said dress! Wearing something as simple as an LBD allows you to show off your signature style. Whether it’s loading the arm with accessories, or sporting a bright colored pair of tights–simplicity gives you a chance...
#GIGTurns3: Lessons, Goals & Other Sh*t (singing 'It's My Blogiversary!') + A Giveaway

#GIGTurns3: Lessons, Goals & Other Sh*t (singing ‘It’s My Blogiversary!’) + A Giveaway

The first blog post I ever wrote was about Naomi Campbell and a funny tee-shirt I saw. I didn’t know a thing about blogging, SEO, or what WordPress was or did. In the beginning Gorgeous In Grey wasn’t even me! She was just this girl (formerly known as Hey Bella Blog–only my real readies remember her!) who...
Why I Love: The Edge Stick Pressing Comb!

Why I Love: The Edge Stick Pressing Comb!

It looks like we can officially bury that old hot pressing comb of ours, and introduce our tresses to the EdgeStick–a safer alternative to the hot comb–thanks to Jason Ray of Suntek Global. He first captured the beauty industry’s attention in 2011 when his ceramic hot comb won an Essence Magazine Beauty Award. I’ve had my eyes...