It is my lifelong dream to one day visit my father’s homeland of Liberia, West Africa. A ‘sh*thole country’ in the eyes of some, but beloved by many. Until the day comes, I look forward to learning as much as I can about African culture by attending events like the ACANA Festival. For the pastContinue reading “Embracing My African Roots at the 11th Annual ACANA Festival 🇱🇷✊🏿”
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When Beauty Meets Pain in an Off-the-Shoulder Boohoo Dress 💃🏾🤦🏽
Ever since my college days, online shopping has been my preference. Heck, as a college student with no car, staying on campus in a small town, it was virtually my only option! I would browse the pages of forever21.com from the comfort of my dorm room, fill my cart to my heart’s content, and checkContinue reading “When Beauty Meets Pain in an Off-the-Shoulder Boohoo Dress 💃🏾🤦🏽”
Sailing Through NYC in a Derek Heart Duster ⛵🗽
When it comes to affordable fashion, honey, there ain’t no shame in my game! I take pride in being able to dress well on a dime. The earliest display of this was my eight year old self fishing through my mother’s trash to retrieve the black handbag she had discarded while doing some spring cleaning.Continue reading “Sailing Through NYC in a Derek Heart Duster ⛵🗽”
Budget-Friendly Holi-Slay Looks from My Closet + Where to Buy Them!!!
Ladies, the holiday season is upon us, once again! That means on top of trying to find the perfect gifts for our loved ones, we also have to find the perfect outfit to match the occasion. All of this shopping can be rather stressful, not to mention costly. But with a little creativity and inspiration, Continue reading “Budget-Friendly Holi-Slay Looks from My Closet + Where to Buy Them!!! “
OOTN|Return of the Chain Link Print 🔗
If there’s one item I’ve been so desperately trying to get my hands on this summer, it would be anything featuring this chain link print! This print was big a few years back and could be found on any high end brand like Michael Kors to more affordable retailers like Forever 21. It is nowContinue reading “OOTN|Return of the Chain Link Print 🔗”
Fashion Fridays: A Few Fashionable Finds
A graphic tee is a great way to make a statement without actually having to utter a single word. It speaks for itself. It expresses your mood, sense of humor, cultural pride, and political views. A graphic tee can also be a bit of an esteem booster like the one I recently purchased. This crissContinue reading “Fashion Fridays: A Few Fashionable Finds”
How to SLAY a 1920’s look…on a Budget!
If I had the chance to experience any time period firsthand, I would most likely choose the 1920s, for out of that Era came some of the greatest Black American musicians, poets and writers, (i.e.The Harlem Renaissance) not to mention, the fashion was on point. No matter what means people had, they took pride inContinue reading “How to SLAY a 1920’s look…on a Budget!”
OOTN: Mock Necks X High Waists
Winter is not ready to leave us just yet… Willow Grove Mall Willow Grove, PA About the Outfit… Top:: Poshmark Jeans:: H&M Boots: Forman Mills -A Black Girl About Town Follow me on Social Media! Twitter:: @its_Zeena Instagram:: @z_marie25
How to Style a Pleated Skirt!
In case you haven’t noticed, pleated skirts are definitely #wardrobegoals. They’re worn on everyone from your favorite blogger (moi!) to your favorite reality TV star. Pleated skirts vary in length from mini, midi, maxi (try saying that 5x fast!) and come in a variety of colors and prints, ex: floral, metallic, solid). Since it isContinue reading “How to Style a Pleated Skirt!”
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