No matter what your style, taste, interests or desires may be, there is a place for you in LA! One of the beautiful things about starting life in a brand new place, is that there is a genuine excitement, hunger and appreciation for just about everything, no matter how small. lol... I found myself praying the other day, while driving, that I won't ever lose the awe and amazement that I feel for the little things. Especially for all the different types of food, vintage, art, flowe[...]
Hi Beautiful! Welcome to the first of my Cafe Friday series! Prior to moving to LA, I started compiling a list of places to see. I looked online and did the typical tourist search inquires. After we arrived, I became so excited about all the random "little nooks" and "off the beaten path" locations that I was coming across. One Friday morning, when I woke up, the idea of heading to a Cafe came to mind. I immediately got dressed and told Lon[...]
ℌ𝔦 𝔅𝔢𝔞𝔲𝔱𝔦𝔣𝔲𝔩! I'm sitting here in front of this laptop typing a line, then deleting the line... oy! I'm so excited and trying to decide what to tell and show you first! Eeeee... Before I go one step further, if you are reading this, my sincerest thanks to you for sharing your time with me. WELL, let me start quickly at the very beginning of this new chapter. My hubby, got a promotion, and that wonderful promotion opened up this amazing opportunity[...]
Designing & Decorating The Jamaican Christmas Tree One of the most exciting days and projects of my career!! This was such an honor!🎈 I was asked and contracted to design and decorate the Christmas tree representing 🇯🇲 Jamaica, on behalf of the Diplomat of Jamaica, for Jamaica (😊) by the Jamaican Tourist Board and Director of International Affairs. The Jamaican Christmas Tree is displayed in Atlanta's Hartsfield Jackson Airport in the International Ter[...]
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[...]
THE CHICified 5! LOVES FROM THE WEEKEND! What is inspiration? A: The action or power of moving the intellect or emotions. Something that gives someone an idea about what to do or create. A force or influence that inspires someone. Be Inspired! With the spirit of the holidays permeating through the air, you can't help but want to dress things up a bit (both yourself and your surroundings). Accommodating the exhilarating feeling of celebration, romance and precious moments with lo[...]
The Travelers Diary INSIDE PARIS WITH SHAYZON DAY 2: As morning breaks and the sunlight begins to creep in through the drapes, I feel as soft tap on my shoulder, my eyes pop open and it hits me... IT'S MY FIRST MORNING WAKING UP IN PARIS! Wow, I have dreamt of this very moment for so long. I immediately spring from the bed and run over to the french doors to say a prayer of thanks and to take in the sweet morning air. Today will be a day of exploration. Getting out to as many other area[...]
The Travelers Diary PARIS DAY 1: Ahhh Paris, the flight is long but the great anticipation blurs it all. As the plane descends and the morning light creeps through the windows, the excitement escalates and an overwhelming feeling of gratefulness sets in. Well, here we go...yet again, I'm reassured that dreams DO come true!! ☺️ The 9yr old little girl in me that created this dream is elated, knowing that I've held on to her dream and have never let it go. The streets, the arch[...]
OUR CHICified 5! LOVES FROM THE WEEK. Regardless of our walk in life, regardless of our current circumstance, regardless of the negative things we may have been told, all that matters are our desires, dreams, goals and determination. FASHION!! INSPIRATION: The sartorial elegance and ingenuity that grace editorial pages, models and mannequins are great sources to inspire, dare and ignite our imaginations. &nb[...]