Summer is officially over and I am happy to say that I ended mine with a musical bang by attending my very first Budweiser Made in America Festival in Philadelphia. What is Made in America (MIA)? It is a huge musical celebration started by Jay-Z that takes place on the Ben Franklin Parkway Labor Day... Continue Reading →
Angela Simmons Launches New Line Just FAUX You.
While everyone in New York is patiently waiting for the weather to warm up, fashion mogul and influencer, Angela Simmons (daughter of Reverend Run of Run D.M.C.) is thinking ten steps ahead with the launch of her new faux fur collection. Foofi, named after Simmons' toy poodle, carries a line of vivid and intricate faux furs made... Continue Reading →
HOLIDAY MAVERICK MUST-HAVES OF 2014.
Tis the season of giving...and if you've been good, hopefully you'll be receiving too. This year we have put together our "Holiday Maverick Must-Haves" for all ages and interests on your list. Being a true maverick, I thought a little outside the box to give you ideas fit for mavericks of all kind. For the... Continue Reading →
Killer Heels: The Transformation
For many women, shoes set the tone for their appearance on the inside and out. With that said, high heels set the tall, powerful, and boss-like appearance on the outside, and the confidence to take on the day (or night) on the inside. Now I'm not saying that heels make the woman, but as we evolve,... Continue Reading →
The Most Convenient Shoes EVER!
As a lover of shoes, nothing beats variety. But what happens when variety meets convenience? MAGIC, STYLE, AND COMFORT. That's what I found in my brand new LOZA MALEOMBHO sandals. Established in New York City in 2009, LOZA MALEOMBHO's work is not your ordinary modern fashion. She describes it as, "fusion between traditional cultures/ sub-cultures... Continue Reading →
The Sweetest Transaction
How cool would it be to have an ATM machine that not only withdraws money but...other things?? Well, for sweets and cupcake lovers in New York City like myself, that Sweet Transaction is very much a reality. The Cupcake ATM is the first to ever be created by Sprinkles Cupcakes. The first Cupcake ATM launched... Continue Reading →
Black Ink Crew cast members “Moisturize our Mind”
Harlem was in a creative frenzy this week thanks to Walt and O'S**t from the VH-1 hit reality show, "Black Ink Crew". The "Moisturize your Mind" art show exhibited paintings done by O'Shit and compelling photographs shot by Walt. You're probably saying to yourself, "There are many painters and plenty photographers". Only one word can... Continue Reading →
Express Your Tee
As the summer approaches, questions and ideas about what will be the summer trend begin to arise. I don't know about you, but for me , I can never go wrong with jeans and a basic white tee; which also falls under summer necessities. Lately, however, the basic white tees have been remixed in... Continue Reading →
ELUDE 2014: RECAP
The 3rd Annual Elude Fashion Show, powered by Showcase Entertainment and VM Events was the epitome of success this past weekend. The Elude Fashion Show is a fashionable event that gives guests an up close and exclusive glimpse of today's local up and coming designers. This platform has not only given these designers a reputation amongst... Continue Reading →
Dealing with a Seamstress 101
In this world surrounded by fashion and trends, everyone wants to either fit in or have the latest threads. If you're like me, you just want to stand out and wear what no one has or what one would NOT think to have. This especially goes for special occasions (birthdays, weddings, galas, etc.). In this... Continue Reading →