IS FALL YOUR FAVORITE SEASON FOR FASHION? It's never an overly exciting time for me personally, when Summer comes to a screeching halt and the temperature begins to fall. What makes it an even more challenging season FOR ME, is when the temperature imitates an unpredictable rollercoaster ride. Every year I try to force myself to find fashionable & fun Fall fashion pieces to incorporate into my wardrobe, in the attempts of not falling into a hum drum style rut. I haven't always b[...]
Alicia Keys And Her Unapologetic Embrace With Her Natural Beauty! During an interview with David Denicolo for Allure magazine, Alicia Keys spoke carefully and candidly about her music, motherhood, her political activism and her stand on not wearing makeup. Though for this shoot Alicia chose to wear eye makeup, you can clearly see that with or without makeup she is undeniably beautiful. It's a beautiful thing when a woman finds her power and that power is in her space of truth and freedom[...]
Tracee Ellis Ross Wins Best Actress Award in TV Comedy! The first black woman to win in 35 years.
The CHICified girl Initiative Is A Sisterhood & A Movement! The CHICified girl Initiative was birthed from my heart. The motivation and empowerment of girls, young and old is imperative. Who are you CHICified girl? I am confident and driven by my dreams. I succeed because I am strong, determined, and full of heart. I migrated to the states from Jamaica when I was nine years old. (Not that long ago! lol...) :-) I had no idea that the CHICified girl Initiative was a part[...]
Fashion Week - The CHICified Wrap UP! Fashion Week 2016 around the globe was a supercharged and excitingly stressful time. Designers known and unknown eagerly anticipate the reveal of their collections. It's somewhat comparable to the end of year show and tell that we've all experienced at some point or another in our lives. lol... :-) Designers work tirelessly for this moment that comes around twice a year. The challenge and task of translating designs from their thoughts and dreams to sk[...]
WHAT IS A FASHION MIXOLOGIST? An expert at finding, mixing and matching labels, no name, resale, high end, thrift and unexpected pieces together seamlessly. WHO IS THE FASHION MIXOLOGIST? SHAYZON, she has all the ingredients to mix you one of her FIERCE FASHION COCKTAILS! See SHAYZON in action below: http://www.cbs46.com/clip/11777019/shayzon-style-beauty-expert-is-here-mixing-up-stylish-looks-for-moms [...]
MY BLOG LOVE!!! I've been on hiatus for a couple of months ONLY because I needed to focus on the final planning of our 14th Anniversary RE-DO-WAL (our dream wedding/renewal). I got to marry my Prince all over again!! ') I most definitely will share more photos and details once we receive them from the photographers. I'm hanging on by a string and trying to be patient as I nibble at my nails in great anticipation. lol... Right now we're living through the eyes and photos of our dearest f[...]
MOST BEAUTIFUL INDEED!! LUPITA NYONG'O I remember the evening clearly, I was super excited and preparing "my cozy space" for my Annual Award Season Routine, the highly anticipated... Red Carpet PRE SHOWS!!! It was the Golden Globes and there was a brief moment that I stepped away from the TV (more than likely for some ice cream ;-) ) and upon returning, I was literally stopped in my tracks and my breath was taken by this incredibly stunning women on the screen. I had no idea who she w[...]
WHAT IS THE PERFECT LBD???? SINCE IT'S SUPPOSE TO BE "PERFECT", DOES THAT MEAN WE ONLY NEED TO HAVE ONE??? Some may not be familiar with the acronym LBD, so let me start with that... ') LBD is short for Little Black Dress. The LBD is one of my recommended "must haves" for every fashionista/womans closet. You may be wondering, what makes a little black dress the "perfect one" AND how much should this "perfect" LBD cost you? There really is a "perfect" little black dress, but I believe th[...]