Black Fridays: Essential Items to Prepare for Summer
Temperatures are starting to creep up again, so I felt it would be fitting to identify those essential items to have in preparation for the Summer season. The season doesn’t officially begin for over a month, but the hot temps won’t wait that long. No matter your taste or style, everyone can benefit from these few items.
Beyonce’s Bikini + Where to Buy
New mommy, Beyonce, has been making waves with her slim and trim post-baby body, as well as on the beaches of Miami. Recently, Bey posted pictures of herself on her Tumblr page of her in a bright-colored, printed Luli Fama Delirio bikini, looking fabulous as ever!
Interested in making waves in the same itsy-bitsy bikini to wear this summer? Click here to get it!
90′s Fashions: Candy Colors
With a little over a month left, our spring weather will change to summer, reminding us that our wardrobe needs to make a change as well. Even though we are a ways out, my mind is already on finding delicate and colorful pieces in anticipation for the summer rays. Now that we are seeing full-fledged 90′s fashions (at a store near you), I thought back to the days of the Trapper Keeper™ and Blowpops™ and pulled some inspiration together for your viewing/shopping pleasure.
90′s fashion was not for the faint at heart! Patterns mixed, clothes were either too tight or too loose, and don’t forget the color! For those of us that had a chance to live it, seeing this ensemble is just like déjà vu!
Yogurt-Covered Blueberries
One of my favorite things to do on my iPad is find new and easy recipes to try when I’m home, especially if they are healthy and taste great. I came across a cool recipe here one day and figured I’d try it.
{I used a fruit & vegetable spray wash}
The results:
Yummy yogurt-covered blueberries to take to snack on while catching up on my reading or favorite tv series. Everything cost less than $5 to make.
Floral Print
CR Slouchy Shirt, F21 Skirt & Bracelet, My Style Lab Necklace, Kate Spade Leather Loafers
Atlanta’s weather has been a mix between rainy and sunshine, proving that Summer hasn’t decided to visit us early. ::Insert cheers of happiness here::
With the nice drop to normal temperatures, I wanted to match the surroundings with a nice floral printed number. The days are nice for simple barbeques with friends or hosting a girl’s day brunch on the back deck. Either way, the beautiful, warm weather has me leaping for joy.
Black Fridays: Mint Tips
Happy Friday, everyone!
I can honestly say I’ve been neglecting my nails lately. With a hectic schedule, a daily commute in traffic, obligations, and whatever else is going on, I just haven’t made the time to do them.
Today, I decided to buckle down and do something. I wanted something simple, but more than a coat of clear polish. Rather than paint the entire nail and wait for it to dry, I went for the tips instead!
Here’s what I used:
-Essie Protein Base Coat
-Nail Tip Guides
-Revlon Nail Polish in “Jaded”
-Essie’s Super Duper Top Coat
-Q-Tip (for excess removal)
I like the guides because you can be as messy as you want but still get it right. After you pull off the guide, finish with a topcoat.
The Results
Boom! I was happy with how it turned out! Quick, simple, and got the job done in 15 minutes. Most of all: it’s super cute and an easy way to sneak that loud color you’ve been dying to wear to work. Rather than run myself ragged polishing the entire nail, or run around raggedy, focusing on the tips is a quick and effective way to get that beauty manicure when you’re pressed for time.
Miami
{Pretty palm trees in the courtyard of a friend’s place}
Through all the madness of life, I still made it my business to head to Miami for my Mom’s graduation. It’s been a while since I’d visited my home state, so it was nice to come back on a such a special occasion. The fact that it was Cinco de Mayo made gave us all the more reason to party on!
{Quaint sitting area for gabbing with girlfriends and sipping mimosas}
{I love how their streets are named in French}
{Early morning walk to the market for food and fresh flowers}
{Gorgeous orchids line the tables}
{I ♥ trunk up elephants}
Mother’s Day Gift Guide
Mother’s Day is coming up and it’s definitely a special day to celebrate all the mothers in our lives and all they give to us. I wanted to put something pretty together in case you’re still trying to figure out what to get that beautiful lady in your life.
Spring Stripes
Color Story Sheer Shirt, Bill Hallman Striped Pants, Banana Republic Sandals, Express Earrings and Bracelets, Prada Sunglasses, eBay Envelope Clutch, Gifted Hat
Happy Monday! Now that we’ve recuperated from Cinco de Mayo and the Kentucky Derby, I thought I’d keep in the spirit of big hats and wear mine. To spice it up, I added in some stripes and sheer lace to the ensemble. It’s the perfect outfit to stay cool on hot days, such as these.
Photos by Rasheed
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