October 2010

this week or week and a 1/4 or so because these pictures start from friday the 22th, i built up my shoe collection on a major budget, had a fun shopping trip photo shoot with my girl nikia – we got harassed and kicked out of a store ya’ll, and found some great steals.

a couple of weeks ago, i received [click to continue…]


one of the ways i grew my hair to long lengths was wearing a lace wig as a protective style. i liked to sleep with my own hair at night so a pinned on style (like this style i used to rock) was much easier to do.

when you buy premium remy hair – which is highly suggested – when wearing a protective style, you are investing in a product that, if taken care of well, will last you for a while.

here are a few tips from the hair extension guide on how to maintain, as much as possible, the luster and life of your extensions.

washing: [click to continue…]


we all have something that we do to our hair that works almost each and every time. it’s that something or product that makes our hair outstanding and noticeable. when we do that certain thing, our hair is noticed and complimented all day long? so what’s yours?

since i asked, i might as well give up my goods first. my holy grail, [click to continue…]


chrisette michele was spotted on the set of her video “i’m a star.” she definitely looks the part with her pretty red lips and regal head wrap tied into a turban style. her stylist, june ambrose, has been [click to continue…]


if you are into fashion like the most girly girl or even the girl who rocks her kicks like va$hite kola, then you have no doubt seen and probably swooned over the grey ant oversized wayfarers by the brand from the olsen twins.

not really new to the game – these specs are a vintage remake just like the lavin ones from the mens 2010 line – they are classic and stylishly fierce; as va$hite is showing us while she really rocks hers out. [click to continue…]


last week, in my review of essence’s hot hair issue, i mentioned my disappointment that essence sited a dominican salon as a great place to get your hair done with no counter to the additional dangers that come along with such a visit. i was surprised that no where in the blurb did they even have a side note about how hazardous dominican salons can be to relaxed and pressed hair alike.

i’d stated: whenever i’m up top (translation: new york) in the doobie capital, i always peep my cousin’s hair which is styled weekly by the salon down the block in bk. it has gone from shoulder-length, thick and bouncy to thin, bouncy and chin length and she is not the only one. black hair message boards are full of domincan hair salons horror stories and it’s not surprising seeing as many [click to continue…]


giovanni hair styling foam natural mousse review 1/2

October 27, 2010 PRODUCTS + REVIEWS
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(3/5) i’ve not really missed styling foams and i think that’s because i always attached them to getting a doobie aka wrap or some kind of set and press style. i never really thought about using foam on my natural hair because, well, my hair just kind of sticks up all over the place and [...]

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mister necklace: neck candy, headband or bracelet

October 27, 2010 FASHION

it’s always cool to find new things to share with you all. i love cool finds because maybe someone can be as excited as i am about a few things! like this mister necklace. this affordable and unique pale gold-plated or ruthenium-plated necklace features a large bow in hematite crystal mesh. it hangs elegantly on

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is natural hair typing a necessary evil?

October 25, 2010 HAIR LUST
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are we ready to admit that there is so much more that goes along with just calling oneself or another by a number and letter? as i pulled my fingers through my mane the other morning while trying to decide how i was going to style my hair while the rain drops outside called to [...]

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green glitter eyes with a pop of purple for halloween glam

October 25, 2010 BEAUTÉ
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ashley took to youtube to showcase her beautiful green glitter eyes look with just a touch of purple. i love this look and it’s way too glam for day, but perfect for night or this halloween season. to get this look, you’ll need only a few items like:

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update your fall and winter hair care routine

October 21, 2010 HAIR LUST
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if you haven’t already done so, please start to put away the products in your stash that are not conducive to fall and winter weather. why? because not all of the products you use on your naturally curly to kinky hair will act the same in these seasons. just like we bundle up and put [...]

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on the bookshelf: essence magazine hot hair issue

October 21, 2010 HAIR LUST
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(4/5) a couple of nights ago, i sat down with my little meatloaf to peep the new hot hair issue from essence magazine. i was afraid i might not find it because i don’t live in the most diverse neighborhood – there are no shea moisture products at any target within a 30 mile radius [...]

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