When I think of my ideal Valentine's Day date at home (because we're still in a whole pandemic), it's comprised of three things: food, movies, and vibes. Going out for Valentine's Day might not be as easy as years past, given the new COVID regulations. Also, the restaurants allowing people to dine-in (or outside in bubbles) probably have limited reservations available. Thankfully, crea[...]
With Valentine's Day around the corner, love is most certainly in the air. So is my signature scent (Musk by Kayali, IYKYK). I love gourmand perfumes (scents that smell edible), and over the past year I discovered some that smell bomb. Previously, I shared a few of my favorites and I've added a couple more to my collection since then. I figured I'd spill the tea in a YouTube video so t[...]
If you're looking for a thoughtful and creative gift idea for Valentine's Day, try making your own gift basket. It's a great way to put together a gift that shows your person you thought about the things they love. Personalized gift baskets can be really affordable if you focus on using candy as "stuffing" and include miniature sizes of more luxe gifts. Check out the end of this post for[...]
Valentine's Day this year is going to look a little different, but you can still slay some hearts. I was on the hunt for some affordable Valentine's Day dresses, and I found some super cute dresses for under $20. Yes sis, under $20. Valentine's Day Dresses First up is this strapless leopard print dress from SHEin, that was $7 before a coupon. I styled it with a black faux leather t[...]
In honor of Black History Month, I wanted to highlight some black-owned fashion brands you should know. From luxury to fast fashion and even lingerie, here are some black-owned fashion brands you should be checking for. 5 Black-Owned Fashion Brands You Should Know 1) Hanifa Image Credit: Hanifa. Hanifa is a black-owned luxury fashion brand that has been making waves in the in[...]
During the last Zara Sale, I picked up quite a few bomb pieces. This time around, I thought I'd make a video where I style the pieces and make outfits. I put together a few looks that I'm excited to wear, and I ain't even 'gon hold you; the green look is my favorite. I got this green faux fur hooded coat from Pretty Little Thing during the holidays, and I'm wearing it every chance I g[...]
When I saw this Janet Velvet Rope Graphic Tee at Target ($14.99!), I had to have it. A few years ago, my sister and I bought tickets for Janet Jackson's Unbreakable Tour. The tour was canceled/postponed and when they rescheduled it, we bought $30 nosebleed seats on Groupon. My sister loves to dance, and while dancing to pre-show music, Janet's people spotted her. They upgraded us to f[...]
When I first started learning how to do my makeup, I discovered that using the right brushes makes a world of difference. Good quality eyeshadow brushes don't have to be expensive though, a lot of my favorite brushes are in the $8-$15 range. Is it worth it to splurge on brushes? Yes, because they're your tools to create your flawless beat. However, you do NOT need to spend a ton of money[...]
Happy New Year! With the holiday season coming to a close, now is the best time to buy special occasion outfits. If you need a birthday dress, something for a special event, etc., you should start shopping now. This is because all of the fabulous and festive pieces that stores put out for the holidays are now ON SALE. If you're looking for the sequins, feathers, faux fur, ALL[...]
2020 has been quite the year. In the midst of it all, there were a few beauty products that I tried that left me shooketh. This year I found my new favorite flawless face foundation and a new signature scent. From my makeup, skincare, fragrance, and hair care collection, I can list 5 beauty products that changed my life in 2020 off the top of my head. In no particular order, here they are[...]
