I come from a family that was so well blended I wasn't even aware that our family dynamic wasn't the norm until I was at least in high school. The term blended family was new to me. Even though my parents each came into their union with children from previous marriages, my sisters were just my sisters and mommy and daddy were just that. I distinctly remember my mother saying … [Read more...]
Get Fly on a Dime: 10 Reasons You Should Consider Thrift Shopping
If you’ve been hanging with me for a while, then you already know that I am a HUGE fan of thrift shopping. There’s still a good amount of attitude around thrift shopping (even though Macklemore made a catchy song about it). Some of the opinions I’ve heard are: I don’t want to buy/wear clothes that someone else has already worn Thrift stores are for poor people Thrift … [Read more...]
12 Ways to Save Money When Shopping Online
It's no secret that I love to shop and it's also no secret that I love to save money. So how do these two loves exist harmoniously you ask? Normally, a magician would not reveal secrets such as these but I like y’all, so I’m spillin’ beans. Warning: These tips could lead to saving money and random fits of celebratory dancing. Search and Save: This is my number one money … [Read more...]
5 Tips on Looking Fabulous While You Workout
There is nothing cute about ratty sweats and two sizes too big tee shirts right? So why is this standard workout gear for so many of us? If one of the reasons we go to the gym is to look good in our clothes, why are we rollin' up on a workout looking schlumpy and frumpy? You know that feeling you get when you strut your stuff in your sexiest pumps or that pair of jeans that … [Read more...]
8 Ways to Enjoy the Super Bowl with Your Sweetie
Before I met my Husband, I couldn't have cared less about football, but he's a big fan of the game and part of being in a relationship is taking an interest in what the other person is into right? I'm not gonna lie… I'm still not a big fan, but at least I can sit and watch a game with him without looking like a deer in headlights. For the other ladies like me out there who are … [Read more...]
10 Style Commandments for Making 2014 Your Most Fab Year Yet
2014 is here! Even though we're a couple weeks in, it's not too late to make this the year that you step out of your comfort zone and try something new. In the spirit of new beginnings, check out my 10 Style Commandments to Make 2014 Your Most Fab Year Yet! Thou Shall Embrace Color...even if it’s just on your nails. Make 2014 the year that you get out of your comfort zone … [Read more...]
6 Tips: How to Rock Flats and Stay Fly!
Recently, a reader posted this question on my Facebook fan page: "Ok, so I love the ideas of heels, but the activity of my days require flats? Can you post some fashion that is chic with an everyday flat? I am always trying to find the right pant leg and skirt combo to change heels to flats with." I dunno about y'all... but I definitely have days when I wake up and think "I … [Read more...]
Too Old to Be Forever 21? 5 Tips for Looking Fly AND Age Appropriate
A few months back, the interwebs were all abuzz about Taraji P. Henson seen out and about rocking what seemed to be her natural hair. When this photo of Taraji started circulating, it wasn't her hair that caught my attention. Now, we all know that there is a fine line between hot and hot mess and in my opinion this outfit is closer to the latter. My biggest issue with the … [Read more...]
Haters: How I Chose to React to an Attack on My Marriage
“Haters” is such an overused and tired term. How self important a person must be to think that there are people in this world whose sole purpose is to rain on their parade. Haters is a term I've rarely used… until I encountered one of my very own and because 'parade rainer on-er' just doesn't have the same ring to it. "Negative people need drama like oxygen. Stay positive...it … [Read more...]
What Does Your Style Say About Your Bedroom Style?
Don’t be scared y’all but I’m gonna do something a little… different. Don’t freak out, just roll with me. A girlfriend and I were chatting a few days ago about the connection between a person's fashion sense and their intimate side and it got me thinking… What does your style say about your bedroom style? Are my neutral loving divas also beige in the bedroom? Does a bright … [Read more...]