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Monday, October 6, 2014

5 REASONS WHY YOU NEED TO GET YOUR TIX DC FOR FRIDAY'S #HOTMOMMAHAUTE

We're in the home stretch and counting down to Friday's #HotMommaHaute, a girls night out just for you and your best buds (the more the merrier), to mingle with other fashion lovers, fashionistas, style enthusiasts and beauty connoisseurs in the metro area.

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Thursday, September 4, 2014

THE #HOTMOMMAHAUTE EXPERIENCE IS COMING TO YOU DC AND I'M THERE! WILL YOU BE?

Grab your girlfriends and join myself along with other "hot mommas" for #HotMommaHaute, a wonderful experience just for you, fashion lovers, fashionistas and style and beauty connoisseurs in the Washington, DC metropolitan area!

I am a featured panelist alongside:

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Thursday, August 7, 2014

#BEAUTYTALK: I'M FEATURED BY @LOVECOCOTIQUE FOR THEIR ULTIMATE BEAUTY ARSENAL SERIES

So there's no denying that I'm a beauty junkie. I was reminded of just how much I am upon being selected by Cocotique to be featured for their Ultimate Beauty Arsenal Series. Cocotique, founded by Dana Hill is a deluxe beauty box subscription service specific to women of color which is great because while there are a lot of "beauty boxes", Cocotique is a particular fave because it meets my needs. Every month subscribers receive a box of lifestyle and beauty goodies curated just for them. And get this? You don't even have to leave the house. Your box of goodies arrives on your doorstep every month. How awesome is that? You get a monthly surprise delivered direct to you. There are various subscription options one of which allows you to cancel at anytime.
Click here to learn how Cocotique works and how to subscribe.

I was flattered to have been both asked and featured in the Ultimate Beauty Arsenal Series amongst some fab ladies. As I was responding to questions about my beauty habits, fave beauty products and more, it reaffirmed how much I love product and using product and reviewing product and of course, shopping product.

Click here for my full feature. And you be the voice of reason please. Do you think I'm a beauty junkie? Are you an admitted junkie also? Ha! You didn't think I was gonna ask that huh? Thank you for reading. Oh, and the first step is acknowledgment.

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Wednesday, August 6, 2014

#BAGLADIESLIVE WEEKEND: THE 2ND TIME AROUND WAS EVEN BETTER; NATURALISTA HAIR SHOW 2014 #IAmN

I had the pleasure of dishing yet again about that which I've learned thus far along my journey as both a Blogger and Producer/Host of BagLadiesRadio.com. The social media landscape is ever-expanding and talking about it is something I love to do. Even moreso when you have an event that provides a great platform and other fabulous Bloggers and Vloggers to accompany you. Thus this year's 2nd edition Naturalista Hair Show. Upon being asked to participate, I was all in. Last year was great. Not only did I get to dish but I also had the pleasure of putting faces with the names of Bloggers that I admire and had connected with via social media but had never actually met. And I swooned over natural hair styles. And got my shop on too. This year was no different. The "Beauty and The Blog" panel featured myself and Yolanda Renee of etcblogmag.com, Jonna Scott-Blakes of naturally-glam.com and Anissa LiMara of ilovealimara.net. And was moderated by Christine Louis of root2curl.com. I had the pleasure of speaking alongside Yolanda and Jonna before (click here), and we picked up right where we left off.

Pictured with Jonna and Annisa after our panel

My view from the stage

Pictured with one of the attendees

After panel antics with Diana Ramsey of sisterswithbeauty.com. She made me do it!

The questions were great. And there is nothing more humbling than sitting a'front an audience who is engaged and hanging on every word that you have to say. I was flattered to have been asked some awesome questions and even more flattered after the event by the many compliments regarding both what I said and what I wore. Hold fast for details. And that's not even all. The hair!!!!! The lovely ladies in attendance rocking eau natural were just gorgeous. This year's Naturalista Hair Show included not only panels but hands on workshops so that you could actually try your hand at different natural styles. There was also a marketplace of fab vendors. I paid a visit to a dear friend, Terry Williams, owner of Shea Butter Like Whoa. And there was also a pop-up salon of which my own stylist participated. And guess what ? For the second year in a row, my stylist Salih Watts, Owner and Master Loctician of LocLov.com won the award for "Best Loctician in the DMV!!!"

My Stylist, Salih Watts pictured with his lovely models Kim and Stacey after being awarded

I had to cop some butta

Me and the fabulous "Lady Kim" wrap maxi I had the pleasure of rocking

I have to extend a special thanks to Hannah Monet. The lovely ladies behind this online boutique extended me an invitation to showcase one of their fabulous pieces, a wrap maxi named "Lady Kim" and the response was awesome. Per an IG post, it is effortless, comfortable, chic and sexy and was the perfect choice because I had an earlier commitment and literally did a 10 second quick change and makeup touch up before making my way to the event and didn't miss a beat in this gorgeous frock. I can't wait to share more about Hannah Monet. Be sure to follow them on IG @shophannahmonet and visit the online boutique at hannahmonet.com.

My VIP Swag Box

Founder of The Naturalista Hair Show and Owner of N Natural Hair Studio, Angela Walker outdid herself by not only adding more elements including a fashion show but this year's event was extended to two days! As good as 2014 was, I can only imagine what has yet to come for next year's 2015 edition. How will she add to the "epicness?" I can't wait. Can you?

What natural hair events have you attended?

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Wednesday, June 18, 2014

SO MANY BEAUTIES! PICS/VIDEO OF ME HOSTING NAPPY HOUR PRESENTED BY WWW.LOCLOV.COM

When an event comes together and everyone plays their part and works together to ensure everything goes off without a hitch ...And to top it off, the event is attended by fantastic beauties who are engaged and mingling and having a good time. You can't ask for anything better. And I had the privilege of hosting!

Dishing w/ Jess of HairGetsKinky.com

Me w/ arms outstretched ...

Meeting & Greeting Cassie Brown

Mingling. Onlooker, Kia of Yummy411 and Yvonne of PinkDollHouse.org

Demos featuring Lola's Beauty Mark

Grown-Up Punch on the Patio

Saturday's Nappy Hour presented by LocLov.com, was a blast. The sips, the nibbles, the swag, the hair and beauty dish, the live styling demos and more, made for a very fun affair. It was ALL love. And let's not forget the punch on the patio for us grown folks. I look forward to doing it again soon. Pics from the event will be shared throughout the week so please be on the lookout. But if you missed Nappy Hour or even if you didn't, here is a fantastic video collage shot by Professional Photog, Montell. Montell was the resident Photog on deck for the day but he surprised the Loc Lov staff and myself by putting this together. See anyone you know? Press play ...

An InLinkz Link-up

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Monday, June 16, 2014

#BEAUTYTALK: 5 REASONS WHY YOU ARE IN A RELATIONSHIP WITH YOUR HAIR

I dished all things hair and beauty Saturday while hosting "Nappy Hour" presented by Loc Lov Styles (it was a blast btw), and I came to the conclusion that I am by far not the only one who has a relationship with their hair. Do any of these apply to you? Uh, then welcome to the club.

1. If you talk to your hair. And I don't mean "hi" and "bye" talk. I mean lengthy conversations where you express and convey your love for your mane usually in front of a mirror. But let's not forget when your reprimand your hair also for not working witcha on a bad hair day.

2. Upon receiving a compliment, you stroke your hair, twist the coils or play with it in a semi-coy way the same as you might nuzzle up to your man or boo thang when someone says, "you make a cute couple." I have a mean habit of when my locs are down particularly, I literally look at them and stroke them as if they are soft as feathers. Can't tell me nuffin.

3. On a day when you hair looks particularly good, you sway those hips and dance for your hair in the mirror (a full length one), while complimenting your hair and yourself. "Oooh girl, you look good today." You might even get your sang on too.

4. You peruse YouTube and Pinterest looking for styles in the best interest of your mane, the same as you would browse an online dating site.

5. You never disappoint your hair. Your style is always a compliment. If your hair looks good, your fashion sense is even better. The same as if stepping out on a date, you gotta keep him on his toes. You show-off you.

If any of these apply to you, I'll be the first one to tell you that you are indeed in a relationship with your hair. And I wish you years of love and happiness. My relationship with my hair just might be the most healthy relationship I've ever had :-). Feel free to add to my list in the comments. I'd love to hear yours.

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Monday, June 9, 2014

I'M HOSTING LOC LOV'S NAPPY HOUR NETWORK + MINGLE THIS SATURDAY ...

If you love to dish hair and beauty as much as I do, then you don't want to miss this affair. And especially if you are a Blogger, Vlogger or Social Media Maven. My own beloved stylist, Salih Watts, the one responsible for keeping my mane tamed is presenting an evening just for you, an intimate affair and I have the privilege of hosting.

Nappy Hour, presented by Loc Lov Styles and hosted by yours truly ...

Picture wrapping up all your Saturday going's-ons and errands and swinging through Nappy Hour for good conversation, fun, lite snacks and libations aka, something to sip on, while having an opportunity to take in not only live styling demos for both locs and natural free hair styles. But also enjoy a live Q&A regarding Loc Lov's own hair and body collection including two signature products just introduced. Celebrity MUA, Lola's Beauty Mark will be participating and dolling everyone up as per her lip and lash bar. So you can come, get cute and then hit the town after. There will also be FANTASTIC give-a-ways and swag. If I said it, you can believe it to be true.

Loc Lov Styles is setting standards and they are endeavoring to share their educated and holistic approach and much more. Nappy Hour is an exclusive event so you must RSVP via email to info@bagladiesradio.com. Click here for the event link. Upon confirmation of your attendance, the location will be disclosed. See you Saturday!!

P.S. - Have your biz cards in hand!

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Wednesday, May 7, 2014

#BEAUTYTALK: MY LATEST NAIL SWAG on VINE and featuring ESSIE

The same "big chop" urge we sometimes get when it comes to our hair, I recently felt when visiting my Nail Stylist to get my nail swag on. Click here for my last visit during which I went for a dramatic stiletto shape and eye catching design. And mind you, my nails are natural and they grow fast! And they only grew longer (of course) following my last visit. So the only thing I could think of upon my most recent sit-down, was chop-chop!!! The length of my nails were so long, they were getting stuck in between keys on my keyboard and snagging stuff. I mean the length had become lethal. My nails could've been a deadly weapon or sumpin LOL!

So this time around, my Stylist, Mikal Brannum (follow on IG @belovednails365), and I went for a tame (especially for me) look with an aztec accent. I love the way she layered Essie colors, "Vices Versa", "Under The Twilight" and "I'm Addicted" over a soft lavender base color. And we paired my toes with Essie "Too Taboo." The same as I dress according to my mood, the same applies to my nail swag. This is soft and mellow with a little bit of pop. This is how I'm feeling, press play. I got my nail swag and my pedi swag back! How do you feel about it? What polish colors are you rocking?

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Tuesday, May 6, 2014

I'M A SPECIAL GUEST FOR THE #DMV EDITION OF INTERNATIONAL NATURAL HAIR M/U DAY

For the second year in a row, I have the pleasure of speaking alongside some fabulous ladies at International Natural Hair Meetup Day (INHMD) in Washington, DC. If you don't already know, INHMD, founded by Adeea Rogers is an annual one day event on May 17th, where groups across the world and I mean literally to infinity and beyond, meet up and lend a particular focus to natural hair. So everything from maintenance to styling to transitioning and more. Last year, I spoke alongside Celebrity Natural Hairstylist, Felicia Leatherwood. Felicia has previously been a guest on my show. Click here to listen to that show OnDemand.

Not only known for her expertise and knowledge but also for her celebrity clientele which includes Jill Scott and Nicole Ari Parker. Additionally, Pamela Jenkins who is Founder of Koils by Nature was on deck. If you don't know Pamela, get your tix and meet her. It should be on your bucket list. Pamela is not only one of the nicest and most modest women I have ever met but she's GORGEOUS. Being in her company always makes for a good time. Koils by Nature is presenting this year's INHMD, and Pamela will be present and lending a voice to dish at this year's DMV edition of INHMD. And for those of you around the way, you know what DMV means. It means it's going down in your neck of the woods so you have no excuse not to be in attendance. The lineup this year is stellar and I am thrilled yet again to be graced by the presence of fabulous participants and attendees. Last year we dished on the perception of natural hair in the workplace.

This year, the dish includes how to style and manage your hair at home, natural hair for kids and more. And some of the most popular bloggers, vloggers and personalities in the natural hair community like CharyJay and Diana Ramsey (to name a few), will be there. And then of course, there's moi. I'll be on hand as a special guest. The event also includes a marketplace so you can get your shop on. Tix for INHMD can be purchased at www.inhmddmv.eventbrite.com. See you on the 17th!

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Wednesday, April 30, 2014

#BEAUTYTALK: THIS IS NOT MY MOM'S MARY KAY

Growing up, I would watch with such genuine curiosity, my Mom apply her makeup. Mind you she didn't require a lot. I have two girls of my own who do exactly the same as I used to do my Mom. They rest comfortably on the toilet seat and just watch, paying attention to everything from colors and tools to application techniques, etc. Growing up, the beauty industry/market was so dramatically different and there were just a select few brands my Mom used. Mary Kay being one. The traditional mindset is that Mary Kay lends more appeal to my Mom's generation. While I know Mary Kay is still very popular, I don't necessarily feel the brand targets me ...Until now. I was extended an opportunity by Influenster of which I'm a member, to try a select few complimentary Mary Kay products. The packaging grabbed my attention immediately upon delivery. I mean who doesn't love being addressed as "gorgeous"?

I'm a self professed "beauty junkie" and the product line-up made me just want to dig in and try out everything which includes:

Lash Love Mascara

Cream Eye Color

Mineral Cheek Color

Translucent Loose Powder

Gel Eyeliner

Bronzing Powder

NouriShine Plus Lip Gloss

Cream Eye Color

AND two brushes

So this is what I'm working with and I will follow-up once I've been able to try these products out first hand and show you what I create.

Which product would you try first? What's your opinion of Mary Kay?
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Wednesday, April 9, 2014

#BEAUTYTALK: MY LATEST NAIL SWAG ON VIDEO

Spring is upon us which not only means new clothes and new shoes but new nails too. Whenever my Nail Stylist, Mikal Weathers (on IG @belovednails365), and I get together, something great always comes out of it. My nails are completely natural although the length is a bit longer than I typically go for but I like to step out there sometimes. Click here to see the actual Pinterest pin which inspired this design. The featured color is "Angel From Above" by LeChat but I call the design "Black Bottoms." Press play for the vine video I shot and see for yourself.

Are you a do-it-yourself'er when it comes to your nails? How do you keep your nail swag on point?

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Be sure to follow Mikal Weathers on IG @belovednails365 to schedule a sit-down but to also sneak a peek at her artistry and her "Tell Me" Tuesday feature during which she dishes treatments, trends in color and more!

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Wednesday, November 6, 2013

BeautyTalk: CND Vinylux REALLY Delivers Week-Long Wear Without Chipping!

Actually more than week-long wear. I'm making an effort to tighten up aka save money if you will as the Holiday season is fastly approaching (I feel the anxiety building). So when it comes to my #NailSwag, I opted per my last visit to my Nail Stylist, Mikal Brannum, to go with a regular manicure instead of a gel manicure. Why you ask? Because it's cheaper! I was very skeptical however because regular manicures typically last no longer than 24-48 hours before the chipping and cracking sets in. And most times I'm left asking why did I even bother.

Seaside Party #146, Rubble #144, Purple Purple #138

Upon my last #NailSwag visit, my Stylist introduced me to CND's Vinylux. After telling her I wanted to keep it tame, she recommended three colors of which I had never tried. My nails, the same as my outfit choices are a total reflection of my mood. The colors I liked but I was admittedly skeptical about the lasting power. My Stylist gave me the spiel about Vinylux affording week-long wear and after posting a pic to my Instagram @bagladies, one of my followers actually endorsed the week-long wear so I said what the heck.

This top is the before pic. I almost didn't have my Stylist do any sort of design thinking what's the point because this will be chipping in no time but before I could stop her, she was already having her way and designing an ikat style print.

Right Hand

Left Hand

And now the "after." What do you think? And mind you, this is actually not 7 days but 9 days later! Minus slight chipping, I've never had a manicure last this long yet still look this good. Additionally, the finish is smooth and flawless. The pic doesn't do the colors justice. There's none of that brittleness that I sometimes get with other brands and exposure to natural light actually ensures a better seal. The self-adhering color coat actually reduces the drying time so once done, I didn't have to wait around for eons for the polish to dry. I was able to reach into my bag and grab my keys with absolutely no smudging. The Vinylux system enhances durability and builds a resistance to chips.

CND Vinylux offers 62 fashion colors straight from the runway to you ...And me too! Which color shall I choose next? I guess you will just have to wait and see!

How often to you get your #nailswag on? Do you rock a regular manicure? How long does your manicure last before chipping?

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Monday, September 9, 2013

#BagLadiesLIVE Weekend Update: Beauty Talk with AJ Crimson & Renny Vasquez + Electric Run + Swooning over JCrew

Well look who I bumped into this weekend! Professional MUA, AJ Crimson from this weekend's Crimson Academy LIVE DC at the W Hotel. Also, Professional MUA Renny Vasquez. It was a pleasure to finally meet the both of them and dish beauty particularly with AJ and see up close and personal his product collection. Renny was just as much a sweetheart as I've always been told. And you know I popped the question. Both of them, soon to hit the airwaves of BagLadiesRadio.com.

I got the personal treatment from AJ himself as he dusted me w/ his loose powder great both for controlling oil and creating a matte look without otherwise taking away from your color. Totally in my element and loving every minute of it.

AJ dropped great tips while beating his models face. This was my fave regarding how to apply mascara using a sponge.

AJ's makeup table alone was *swoon* worthy and I'm not even a MUA. I just dish beauty ...ALOT.

It was a wonder I even made it out to bump into both AJ and Renny. My body was aching all over from a 5k Electric Run I did Friday nite. Why you ask? I don't know either. It's what I get when I let my "good girlfriends" take the reigns and plan a "girls night out." This night out required running shoes and great stamina. This time last year I was running 3 miles consistently 2-3 days a week but I've since fallen off.

My ensemble, Fila Sport Top / Xersion Performance Wear Bottoms / Nike Kicks

My body surely let me know that I'm not in the shape I used to be. I made it across the finish line but I didn't run the entire time. The last 1-1 1/2 was a brisk walk. It was definitely challenging in that part of the course was sand and gravel. That was tough. I had never run amongst people. I had only ever run solo. Imagine a rave but in the form of a run. DJ's, lights and music blasting the entire course and everybody looks like a gloworm since the run is after dark. The brighter the better. We were glowing from the glasses on our faces to the necklaces around our necks to bracelets and more. But the fellowship was fun. I would definitely do it again just for the sake of challenging myself to complete in it's entirety which I will absolutely do next time around. You heard it here first.

My girls and I prior to starting the race.

After. A lil' worse for wear but we made it over the finish line!

While soothing my back. My neck and my back on Saturday, I actually took advantage of long lost down time and flipped through J.Crew's latest catalog. One word, I WANT! Two words actually but I want everythang for myself. All the crewcuts pieces for my lil' ones and the menswear styles for the man of my dreams whenever he decides to reveal himself. #TalesOfSingledom

What did you do this weekend? I'll be sure to follow up with the contents of my swag bag from my run in with AJ Crimson.

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