1920'S LADY SINGS THE BLUES

Let me first say Happy Hollow's Eve stylistas!!! Its so funny that I'm able to share this shoot with you guys on Halloween.  You can take this as a costume shoot but for me it was much more than that. 

I recently had the opportunity to collaborate with a fellow stylist and a new photographer. This was my first time collaborating with a stylist with me as the model.  The stylist and I threw around a few idea and came up with a 1920's theme.  I was excited about the theme and called on designer GATSBYLADY for a dress.  I never had anyone coordinate a photoshoot for me.  Being a stylist I have always coordinated other or my own shoots. The control freak in me was a bit hesitant but you have to try new things right?


What I got was nothing I suspected....

First lets talk about this dress!!! I cant say express how amazing I felt in this dress.  Well constructed well made ad fit me right in all the right places.  The moment I put the dress on everyone was saying how great it looks. 

GATSBYLADIES creation was to die for.  I could dance and move all night in the dress.  Red isn't really my color of choice but it worked well with everything.  The flapper was also from designer and a shall can also be purchased for my stylistas that want arm cover!!!

When I received the photos back I was very impressed.  Lighting, color, the play with shadows and props.  They really made everything come together.  Our mission was to show that women of all sizes can be beautiful. we have to push to show that women of all sizes can style and rock a shoot.  I'm so impressed by what we have come together to make.  This shoot shows it can be done!!!!

You guys know I do a outfit breakdown right about now but I'm going to change it up a bit.  Instead of a outfit breakdown, I'm just breakdown the people who made this photo shoot possible. 

Dress & Flapper: Gatsbylady

Makeup: Jay Manuel Beauty Products

Stylist: Mr. Gumby

Assistant: Tan Bee

Photographer: Powardbysoul

CIRCLE OF SISTERS: ASHLEY STEWARTS HOLIDAY LINE PRESENTATION

At NYC Circle of Sister event I was able to see Ashley Stewart Holiday 2016 lineup.

The collection was filled with everything you need for the Christmas Holiday.  Red sequins, fur trim, gold bomber jacket and sexy boots!!!

Below are some photo of the collection.  So get your money ready ladies.  Your going to love what AS has in store for you this Christmas!!!

Ashley celebrated there 25th Birthday. Happy Birthday!!!

photos by: Matey Ghoslow (photomgp)

FALL INTIMATE COLORS WITH ADORE ME

Hey Stylistas!!!

Its time for us to get sexy under our clothes.  The temperature is dropping but that doesn't mean we stop being sexy. No way girl!!!
Intimate's are about feeling sexy no matter what the temperature is.  Its also about feeling sexy under your clothes. 
I know a lot of fashion bloggers don't talk about bra's and panties in the Fall but not this one.  I want to keep my girl (no pun intended) all year long.  Also just because its cold doesn't mean you cant be sexy. 

With help from Adore Me I have put together some sexy and fun intimates for the fall.  Also, I paired some of the makeup from my  "Top10 Makeup under 10" with the Adore Me  intimates sets.   Dont't worry ladies....all of these sets are apart of the extended sizes (44DDD).
So here you go....

INTIMATE ROCK STAR

These vivid color on the eye palette pairs perfect with this Long Line Lace Bra Set to keep you sexy

Bye Bye Berries

Berry lip color is the style for fall but with the Contour Bra Set,  you'll feeling sexy and sweet.

Nude not Naked

.  Like this nail poppin polish, nude can complement your skin tone if your light or  complement it if your dark.  Rather dark or light the Dalis Bra Set is light and nothing will feels more sexy.

If you like what you see visit Adore Me and sign up to their VIP membership.   

Get your fall sexy set today for only 24.99. 

 

OOTD: ASHLEY N. TIPTON OUTFIT @ CIRCLE OF SISTERS

I attended the fashion show at Circle of Sisters Expo in NYC this past weekend. 

Circle of Sisters is a event catering to black business women.  Its a place to network, shop and discover new businesses.  This year I attended the fashion show sponsored by Ashley Stewart. 

Circle of Sister fashion show was entertaining.  I got to see some great  female designers from NYC show their designing talents. There were so many designers and so many beautiful clothing that I cant share all but here are a few pieces I really enjoyed.

BLACK LIVES MATTER

COSTUMES INSPIRED BY "THE WIZ"

 The highlight of the show was watching R&B singer Joe hit the sage as models walked in these amazing knitted outfits. 

Back to my outfit....

The weather is holding up so I decided to wear my Ashley N. Tipton skirt and fly away crop top to the event. I paired with an ombre belt and rocker clutch.  Because this is an expo I wanted to walk about and meet some of the vendors.  We can't do that comfortable in heels so opted for boots which a great idea.

All in all I had a great time.  Thank you to Ashley Stewart for inviting me.

Ashley showcase the Holiday line....one word...sexy!!!! But that's a whole other post coming soon.

OUTFIT BREAKDOWN

Crop Top & Skirt : Ashley N. Tipton

Belt: Lane Bryant

Boots & Tights: Torrid

Bag & Jewelry: Thrift store find

photos by: Matey Ghaslow Photography

OOTD: BLACK, WHITE PINK + INSTAGRAM GIVEAWAY

HEY STYLISTAS!!!!

I KNOW....I KNOW....

Its been a while since I did an outfit of the day post but I was so focus on getting my Instagram celebration on the way that I didn't take time to take photos of all the fab outfits that you guys love.

For this post I'm also celebrating my 10,000 followers on Instagram.   I wanted to  kept the colors in line with the N.E.C Style colors. I decided to come back with my new favorite designer, Christian Ciriano. This cape is LIFE!!! I've worn it before and every time people ask me where I got it from.
I paired the cape jacket with white jeans and a pink top. 
Minimal on the jewelry and makeup.  Just wanted this jacket to stand out on its own.

I wanted to celebrate with you all in me reaching this goal.  I can not thank you, the stylistas, enough.  I have worked really hard to reach this goal and I hope that I take this to the next level with you all.  I wanted to give a little back by sharing some of my favorite things from the past year.

So, with some amazing sponsors I have put together serval giveaway's for the next few weeks. 
We have kicked off out giveaway with Callio Fragrance which is a natural perfume line owned and operated right out of NY. Some other giveaway's include, Mary Kay, Lane Bryant, Yona NY, Cameo De Bore and many many more.  I hope that you all join in on this celebration.  Get in and share some of this free stuff!!!!

OUTFIT BREAKDOWN

Cape: C. Siriano for Lane Bryant

Jeans: Ashley Stewart

Top: Torrid

Boots: Avenue

photos by:artnlee

10 FALL BEAUTY PRODUCTS UNDER $10 BUCKS

I am not a huge makeup girl.  I don't have tons and tons of overprice makeup cluttering my leather knapsack.  I like to keep it simple and chic but I always update my colors and or tools for each season. I wanted to share what I am adding this season with you all.

Here are 10 items I have added to my makeup bag that you will also need in yours as well.

1. e.l.f. Eyebrow Treat & Tame

With Vitamin infused gel to help thin lashed become full on one side and eyebrow mascara filler on the other this is the perfect combination for my fellow thinner lash girls.  The gel also helps to growing trend of full eye browns this fall.  ($3, elf.com)

2. Rimmel Volume Colourist Mascara

Another trend this fall is spider lashes.  I am not big on wearing lashes so I find it easier to apply mascara that darken and gives my lashes volume.  ($8.49, Walgreens)

3. Gold Bond Healing Foot Cream

Feet tend to take a backseat when we know they will be in swede flats, boots and booties.  To keep my feet nice and smooth between sparing winter pedicures this is great lotion for your foot to keep feet  and heels soft. ($7.99, CVS)

4. NYX Make Up Setting Spray

Say Bye-bye to the dew face.  Fall is all about a matte finish face.  I use this spray and as long as the weather is cool I never find the need to re-apply powder foundation. ($7.99, NYX.com)

5.   Maybelline Graffiti Nudes Eye Shadow Palette

With so many trends having a 90's retro feel this color pallete fits right in.  Ranging from gold glitter to fuchsia to teal you bound to find a few combinations in the pallet you will wear all Fall into winter. ($9.99, ultra.com)

6. Zoya Noah Nude Nail Polish

Depending on my skin tone it can go from a simple nude to a high contrast color.  But the one thing you will know...its not your average nude.  Its actually far from it!!! ($10, Zoya.com)

7. China Glaze Rebel Fall Collection

This chocolate metallic look is hard to describe but goes great with military green bomber jacket. Try this or any of the Rebel Fall colors ($8, ultra.com)

8. Milani Amore Matte Lip Creme: Obsession

I love love love matte lip and the vamp lip trend is just what I needed in my life.  Trendy colors I don't like to spend a lot on so get this if you want to try the vamp lip this fall. ($7.99, target.com)

9. Revlon Super Lustrous Lip: Love is On

If your not feeling the matte lip trend then a super soft red lip stick is also a trend is winter.  This Revlon color is not the supper wet look of the summer but has a simple classic look.  If red is a new thing for you having a low cost red will make you feel better if it doesn't work out.  ($4.99, target.com)

10. Revlon Colorstay Cream Gel Eyeliner

With heavy eye liner being another beauty trend, this is something that is easy to use.  The best thing is if  you mess up or don't like this trend you won't feel like you broke your bank to achieve the look. ($10.99, ultra.com)