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Beauty and the Muse Re-Launch
Posted on: February 4, 2016
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It’s official! After months and months of planning and rewiring and uploading photos, I’ve finally made the move. Check out my new website below…
You can now visit me at www.Beautyandthemuse.net !!!!
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xoxox
Beauty and the Muse
(Photos Courtesy of Reel Clever Films)
Eastern Market Shed
Detroit, MI
12/14/15
Steve Madden Poncho Coat
It is so hard to find coats that are stylish and fits my pear/apple shaped physique.
I took a trip to TJ Maxx and laid eyes on this beauty. It’s a poncho coat with buttons and a hood. Super warm. Has an adjustable cinched waist and it’s oh-so-stylish. It cost $89.
On this day, I was soooo tired. I didn’t feel like getting dressed or putting on any makeup. But Eden of Reel Clever Films had a booth at Eastern Market and I had to support. So, I dragged myself out of the house. Did a little beat. And went. Sometimes you just have to take that first step.
I am so thankful to have photographers in my life, especially since my camera gave out on me. Ugh! That’s another story.
But at the end of the day, these pictures came out super fab. Thanks boo.
(Photos Courtesy of Ready To Stare)
11/24/15
Ready To Stare
Holiday Collection Launch
Cleveland, OH
(Owner: Alysse Dalessandro)
Around the time I started my own blog, I searched Instagram for a few fabulous fatties such as myself. I came across Alysse Dalessandro of Ready To Stare. I loved the name of her business. I loved her attitude. Her style is quirky, funky, and most importantly unapologetic.
Not only is she creative and cool. She’s a writer and is also a huge body positive advocate. In everything she does, there is intent and purpose. She’s fearful and pushes the boundaries of not only fashion but the status quo.
(Model: April Raquel)
I’ve never met Alysse in person, but I follow her on basically every social media network and can see the changes she’s making in the industry. I feel as though we have a connection, because she paves her own path of style and business as she sees fit. And frankly, she does a stellar job at it. With that said, she is absolutely kick-ass! She’s one of my fave bloggers and businesswoman. I am sooooooooo excited to be one of the + bloggers to view her first holiday collection.
And Psst. I heard they already sold out some of the exclusive pieces already!
Ready To Stare: “The collection was inspired by taboo silhouettes for fat bodies and the idea that the use of the word “flattering” in plus size fashion is just another way that our society polices fat bodies.”
“Instead of only presenting items that “hug your curves” or “create an hourglass illusion,” this collection is about a love of fashion. If Rihanna can wear a pouffy hot pink gown to the Grammy’s, why can’t a fat person wear a similar silhouette to their Holiday party?”
Yaaaaaaaaaassssss!
So, here’s my verdict. Wear what you want, when you want, and how YOU want. Don’t let trends or bloggers or the catwalk dictate what YOU feel good in. It seems like the world has become this super critical ball of confusion. You’re too this or too that! How about you be the best YOU. And I’ll leave my little rant at that. Haha.
I love the colors, the prints, the velvety textures, the ridiculously huge bows, and fierceness accompanying the shoot.
So yall go cop these sweet high-quality pieces. And check out the website for the entire lookbook @ http://www.readytostare.com/
ABOUT READY TO STARE
Ready to Stare is the brainchild of Alysse Dalessandro. A jewelry designer, trained metalsmith, creator and selfempowerment advocate, she handcrafts statement jewelry and bold size inclusive apparel with an unapologetic confident attitude. Ready to Stare is designed for those who believe in following their passion, loving themselves and inspiring others to do the same.
(Photo Sets by Reel Clever Films)
Bedrock Beauty Leather Ad Campaign
Ken Paves Salon
Clinton Township, MI
11.16.15
An epic situation occurred this fall. I was called on to become the lead stylist with Reel Clever Films to work with an amazing cast of artists to create this bomb set of photos. I am super happy to finally be able to release these photos. I just want to thank the entire team, including the small business, Green & Glamorous of Canton and Flossy’s Suitcase of Highland Park, for hooking us up with some dope wardrobe.
Bedrock Beauty Leather was such a cool duo to work with. They are just starting their handmade luxury leather handbag business and wanted a sophisticated yet timeless touch to promote their new line.
I chose ten of Detroit’s top models and had Bedrock Beauty choose which one they thought would represent their bags with confidence and grace.
Drum rolllllllll….They chose the fierce Fatima Kojima…
For the “Lady in Red” set. I wanted to do a monochromatic look. So I paired this Green & Glamorous long sleeve form fitting dress with the snakeskin clutch. Sprinkled a little sexy into the mix. And bam! An outfit and bag for the nighttime businesswoman.
For the second set, I wanted to mix it up and go in the opposite direction. I aimed for “European Swag”. We have texture, we have muted colors, and leg skin. Trendy yet very fall.
All the pieces here were from Green & Glamorous
The hat is mine: Forever 21
Leather bag: Bedrock Beauty
“Simple Chic”
Ladies want to be able to stylish yet work appropriate. Add that one statement piece that’ll take your style from 0 to 100. Real quick.
Houndstooth Open Poncho: TJ MAXX
Top & Pants: Green & Glamorous
Perfect 1940’s vintage style from Flossy’s Suitcase
I was definitely feeling the “Ginger Rogers” vibe going on here.
We wrapped up the shoot with “Old Hollywood Glam”
Shades: Pitaya
Fur Throw: Flossy’s Suitcase
Dress: Green & Glamorous
Thanks to Reel Clever Films for making it possible as well as Bedrock Beauty for allowing us to get really creative!
I also want to say thanks to the staff at Ken Paves Salon of Clinton Township. Shout out to Brianna and Hannah for hair and makeup 🙂
Idakoos X Fall Hoodie Style
Posted on: November 2, 2015
(Photos by my crazy little brother. He did a good job. hehe.)
Fall Fashion
“Rockin’ The Hoodie”
Dearborn, MI
November 2 2015
Got an email from Idakoos wanting to send me a customized hoodie. I am in love with hoodies. So warm and snuggly. And it being customized was even better.
It took me a long time to come up with something to put on the front. I’m a writer. This should be easy for me, right? There was so many things I wanted to say, but I wanted the hoodie to reflect who I am to the person whose reading it.
Since hashtags are trendy, I stared with those.
#Curvy
#Black
#Hijabi
Killen’ The Game.
I chose these words because they are who I am. And frankly, I am a quite unapologetic about each one. I’m curvy, so there is a stigma that I’m lazy or unhealthy. I am Black, so I am ghetto or poor. I am Muslim, so I am oppressed or a terrorist. I can be all of those words and be none of the stigmas attached. So I put the last phrase on there to solidify it all. I kill the game, which means I am confident in my abilities to go above and beyond. So boom!
The Idakoos sweater was easy to create and shipped pretty fast. The material is heavy duty and the inside is warm and soft. You have the option to buy one or 100+ Definitely check them out.
Back view.
Yeah. #LeahVDaily
Was trying to get a shot of myself throwing leaves in the air, but it was a total fail. Ha.
Wardrobe Breakdown:
Shades: Flossy’s Suitcase in Highland Park MI
Hoodie: Idakoos
Jeans: One 5 One Woman (the best!)
Ballet Flats: Torrid
Black & Gold Soiree
Posted on: September 28, 2015
(L to R: Maryam, Tasneem, myself, and Fatimah)
Tokyo Club
Black & Gold Birthday Soiree
September 28, 2015
Downtown Detroit, MI
(All photos courtesy of Scott Mitchell of Worldiction Arts)
The wait is over. I am finally blogging about my Black & Gold Birthday Soiree photos last month. Although it was stressful, we had a great time. I was even able to style the models above with wardrobe courtesy of Thrift on the Ave and Green and Glamorous. Thanks loves 🙂
My big sis came and boogied down.
The owners of Thrift on the Ave! Go check them out in Downtown Detroit.
The photographer of the night, Scott.
The hubby and I.
My friends, thanks for coming and helping and taking the verbal abuse. Ha. And of course, thanks to Madinah for the makeup.
More of my friends!
My buddy Dierdra and Mike.
Model Shia and I.
Oh, and my dress was designed by myself and brought to life by two designers/seamstresses: Mahgrib of Chimiwear and Taqwa of Ziarra Collection.
Nafeesa and Fatima.
We had a lil’ runway competition. And Maryam won!
My cake cutting ceremony.
Roberto’s Bakery did a wonderful job. We smashed it.
Thanks everyone for a fun filled evening.
And I’ll send you off with a pic of my sis dropping it like its hot. Oh, boy. lol
Lil Miss JB Style Does NYFW
Posted on: September 15, 2015
(Photos: Worldiction)
Jordan: Hey guys, I’m Jordan the creator and curator of Lil Miss JB Style! When I’m not styling clients or working out I enjoy stuffing my face with great food, dancing around my house to music that’s entirely too loud and exploring MI with my trusty sidekick & dog Ana! www.lilmissjbstyle.com
*And it’s her birthday today!*
Detroit Does NYFW Series
Eastern Market
Detroit, MI
Sept 16, 2015
Q: What was the inspiration/story behind your look?
Jordan: This look was actually inspired off of a few different NYFW shows for this fall/winter season and was spotted on Olivia Palermo shortly after.
Q: How would you define your style?
Jordan: Honestly I can’t define my style, I’m a Jill of all trades, well…of all styles. I think the crux of my style revolves around ease, comfort and wearing what makes me feel confident regardless of if I am dressing for work or the weekend.
Q: Who are your style icons?
Jordan: I honestly draw inspiration from so many people, but if I had to name a few they would be: Esther Quek, Olivia Lopez, Mary Seng, Christina Caradona and Rosie Huntington-Whiteley.
Q: Where do you like to shop?
Jordan: Everywhere! Lol no really, I don’t like to limit myself because you can miss out on some gems that way. My favorite places to shop are definitely ASOS, H&M, and TJ Maxx.
Q: Have you ever been to NYFW, if so when and what was your fave part?
Jordan: Sadly I haven’t been yet, but I’m saving up for next year 😀
Q: Who is your fave designer?
Jordan: Gaaah, honestly I don’t hang on designers like most fashion people but I definitely enjoy Altuzzara.
Q: Whose show are you most looking forward to this year?
Jordan: I really am interested to see Pyer Moss, especially since he’ll be showing a video addressing racism.
Q: What do you like about NYFW more, the runway shows or the street style and why?
Jordan: Street style hands down! Unless you’re a fashion maven or celebrity a lot of the ready to wear clothes just don’t seem functional to me, but the street style always gives me awesome ideas on how to re-wear what I already own.
Q: Links to any social media pages?
Jordan: –Instagram: @lilmissjbstyle FB: https://www.facebook.com/lilmissjbstyle Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/lilmissjbstyle/
Chic In The Tropics Does NYFW
Posted on: September 15, 2015
(Photo: Worldiction Edited: Reel Clever Films)
Detroit Does NYFW Series
Sep 15, 2015
Eastern Market
Detroit, MI
Eden: My name is Eden and I’m a life + style blogger, actress, filmmaker and new mompreneur. I blog under Chic in the Tropics, which I’ve had since 2009.; and I have a small but full-service video production company called Reel Clever Films. I’m pretty old in the blogosphere! When I’m not busy shooting something for fun or my business, some of the things I love doing is to check out a movie, studying new techniques about my craft, and of course, shopping!
Q: What was the inspiration/story behind your look?
Eden: I’ve never been a gal who owns a lot of long, flowy dresses, and yet, I zeroed in on this gorgeous electric pleat goddess dress. I wanted to make it very “me” and street-ready by adding the usual suspects from my closet – a black fedora, my go-to leather jacket, and laceup flats. That’s me trying to go out of my usual comfort zone.
Q: How would you define your style?
Eden: Contemporary, parts edgy, parts minimal, parts androgynous. A lot of black and white separates. I like to keep things basic with a bit of a kick.
Q: Who are your style icons?
Eden: Kate Lanphear, Alexander Wang, Erin Wasson
Q: Where do you like to shop?
Eden: As a new mom with a budget, I’m definitely a huge fan of bargains! There is no awesome bargain I will refuse, haha. I love shopping at Saks Off 5th, Barney’s Warehouse, and my absolute favorite: Nordstrom Rack! Ebay has always been pretty good to me lately when it comes to awesome fashion deals.
Q: Have you ever been to NYFW, if so when and what was your fave part?
Eden: I have never been, but it’s definitely in my personal bucket list! Even if I don’t get personally invited to a show (I’m still dreaming for the day, haha) , just to be able to see the NYFW experience for myself and see New York so alive and filled with fashionistas is awesome in itself.
Q: Who is your fave designer?
Eden: It’s very hard for me to pinpoint one particular designer, but my top five includes Alexander Wang, Rick Owens, Rad Hourani, Jack McCollough and Lazaro Hernandez of Proenza Schouler, and my best friend, Philippine fashion designer, Yves Camingue.
Q: Whose show are you most looking forward to this year?
Eden: Aside from some of the designers mentioned above, Viktor and Rolf! You can always trust them to do something unexpected and jawdropping.
Q: What do you like about NYFW more, the runway shows or the street style and why?
Eden: I would say a little bit of both. You can always trust the shows to usher in the key trends for next year; and as a personal style blogger, the street style aspect is so perfect to take sartorial cues from.
Q: Links to any social media pages?
Eden: Aside from my blog, you can also connect with me through Instagram here and my facebook group page here.
Mel Does NYFW
Posted on: September 14, 2015
(Photos Courtesy of Worldiction)
Mel: My name is Melissa, aka MafiaMel, and I am a film maker, journalist and actor living in Michigan. For fun, I like to travel, hike, read and take photographs.
Detroit Does NYFW Series
Eastern Market
Mafia Mel
Sept. 14th, 2015
(Photo edited by Mel)
Q: Inspiration behind the look?
Mel: Spain! The Spanish style is very simple but bold and dynamic. I wanted to work with that.
Q: How would you define your style?
Mel: Punk kid has fun. I really look at my style as revolving and boundless, there isn’t anything that can’t be made mine.
Q: Who are your style icons?
Mel:Isabella Blow, Gia Carangi, Angelina Jolie and Mae West
Q: Where do you like to shop?
Mel: Forever 21 and online. Most of the time I really have something in mind that I want and it isn’t always “modern” and I don’t want to be bound by that, so I search the world wide web!
Q: Have you ever been to NYFW, if so when and what was your fave part?
Mel: I have not been, but they won’t be able to keep me out for long.
Q: Who is your fave designer?
Mel: There are so many to pick from really! I just like a designer who stays consistent. I consistently like what they produce.
Q: Whose show are you most looking forward to this year?
Mel: I’m always excited to see what Moschino is going to do.
Q: What do you like about NYFW more, the runway shows or the street style and why?
Mel: Wherever the true risk-takers are.
Q: Links to Social Media
Mel: @Melisterine7
Leah V. Daily: Tyra Beauty Review
Posted on: August 28, 2015
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(Tyra Beauty Cosmetics Line…And all mine! hehe.)
August 28, 2015
Leah V. Daily:
Tyra Beauty Review
Detroit, MI
So as you guys know, I love-s my cosmetics. I can’t always apply it, but I love it nonetheless. I got some cool products from Supermodel, Tyra Bank’s new cosmetics line. I made a vlog about it on my new YouTube Channel: Leah V. Daily Tyra Beauty Review Check that out. And you can also see my beauty regimen as well.
In the gorge selfie above, I am wearing several of her cosmetics. Smack My Fat Lash (Mascara), OOPS Liner, Line ‘Em, Fashion-Able Blush (Cream), Cheek In A Stick, and Light In A Stick.
“We’ve created innovative, luxurious and easy-to-use products to help you look and feel your fiercest—in just minutes!”
–TyTy
Quote courtesy of Tyra.com
First off, all these products are hypo-allergenic. There are a few liquid eyeliners that I can’t use because they burn my eyes. Opps Liner was very gentle and I loved the pointed tip and easy glide applicator. It also has an “Oops” tip on the opposite side where you can actually erase messy wing lines and sculpt the point to perfection. The Smack My Fat Lash was also gentle on my eyes and didn’t clump up upon application. I used Line ‘Em on the outer lower water line for extra drama.
WordPress won’t let me rotate this pic! Anywho, turn your computer sideways. Hehe. I used Fashion-Able Blush and Cheek In A Stick on my cheeks. The first one is in a cute little jar and the other in a stick. Both are so easy to blend and lasts all day.
(Shades: Pitaya, Flower band: Wal-Mart, Sweater: Torrid)
After a long day, my makeup lasted and I was satisfied with the products. If you want to check out the rest of Tyra Beauty or purchase any of her cosmetics go to Tyra Beauty…
And I’m ready for my closeup :0
Beauty and the Muse 