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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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...
Kim Coles Hosts Mizani’s 2013 Trend Event

Kim Coles Hosts Mizani’s 2013 Trend Event

Mizani’s Spring Trend 2013 event was hosted by the stunning, vivacious, Queen of curls and laughs Kim Coles. A night of spoken word, laughs and natural tressed women from all walks of life graced the beautiful Loreal Academy in Soho on Wednesday night. Kim was a vision in the official pantone color of 2013, emerald green,...
Cassie's ASOS Magazine Spread... I Live For Her Cuteness!

Cassie’s ASOS Magazine Spread… I Live For Her Cuteness!

I am having a total swoon moment with Cassie‘s ASOS Magazine spread. She’s part of the reason why I’ve kept my mohawk for so long. Each time I think about chopping the back of my hair she tweets an oh-so-fabulous image and I am sold again. This time she is flaunting all of her cuteness...
Beyonce and these Reeboks, OOOW!

Beyonce and these Reeboks, OOOW!

Beyonce and these Reeboks x Keith Haring, OOOW! I am not sure if you know it, or if you really care, BUT I love Beyonce… secretly. I’m not even sure why I don’t want to admit it to myself. I mean, I am not ashamed. But I really do find myself chasing her every move....
Oscars 2013: Who Rocked The Red Carpet Best?

Oscars 2013: Who Rocked The Red Carpet Best?

The Oscars 2013 red carpet allowed the starlets of Hollywood to shine bright for one last time this season. I was totally surprised that I loved nearly every single gown that strutted down the aisle. Of course there were some hiccups, and I give Kerry a pass because…  well, she’s Olivia for God’s sake–but most of...
Wear What You Feel & You Will Always Feel Good! (PHOTOS)

Wear What You Feel & You Will Always Feel Good! (PHOTOS)

When you think of one of a kind style who do you think of? Anna Wintour‘s signature sharp bob, Prince and his over-the-top purple blazer, or even Andre Leon Talley and his funny looking capes. They all have taken something and made it their own signature style. For me, it’s obvious what my one of a...
[event recap] Marsha Ambrosius & Curly Nikki Host Dark and Lovely Au Naturale’s CURL POWER CELEBRATION

[event recap] Marsha Ambrosius & Curly Nikki Host Dark and Lovely Au Naturale’s CURL POWER CELEBRATION

Over 600 curly girls stood outside awaiting their first glimpse at the long awaited Dark and Lovely Au Naturale product line. The event was hosted by Marsha Ambrosius and natural hair blogger, Curly Nikki.  Instantly guests were greeted by beautiful models with curly coifs with passed hors d’oeuvres. Curl Stations were fully stocked with the complete Au...
Supermodel Jourdan Dunn & Crew Do The Harlem Shake (VIDEO)

Supermodel Jourdan Dunn & Crew Do The Harlem Shake (VIDEO)

The Harlem Shake craze has totally consumed the Google search tab. There are already thousands of videos uploaded to Youtube by major companies, news sites, blogs–it’s everywhere! Supermodels Jourdan Dunn, Rosie Tapner, Cara Delevingne filmed their version of the viral video backstage before the Topshop show at London Fashion Week. It’s clearly a remix since...
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, but laughed and giggled with...
From Runway To Celebrity: Jenny Packham Fall 2013 Collection

From Runway To Celebrity: Jenny Packham Fall 2013 Collection

Jenny Packham Fall 2013 Collection took us back to 17th century Paris–affectionately entitled “La Salonnière”–were women who were known and respected for there sharp wit and impeccable taste. Using that as inspiration, Packham sent out party and evening wear in shades of midnight blue, scarlet reds, and cinnamon. Hand-beaded and embroidered embellishment were found on a number of the...
From Runway To Celebrity: Dennis Basso Fall 2013 Collection (Happy 30th Dennis)

From Runway To Celebrity: Dennis Basso Fall 2013 Collection (Happy 30th Dennis)

Dennis Basso‘s 30th anniversary collection was truly the show to be at under the tents on Tuesday, February 12th. Classic glamour was served for Fall 2013. Using American fashion icons as inspiration, Basso took timeless everyday silhouettes and made them iconic. Alligator outerwear came in slate blue, black, and evergreen. Mink Ponchos and fox shrugs...
6 Ridiciously Cheap & Fun Valentine's Day Gifts For Him

6 Ridiciously Cheap & Fun Valentine’s Day Gifts For Him

Valentine’s Day is like TOMORROW…  in real life. And not that I forgot, it’s just that the Mister and I have never really made a huge deal out of holidays. Especially Valentine’s Day. To us, every day is a gift and when we’re out and see something that reminds of us of our relationship–we buy...