Category: Style

Are We Back To Brunching? Pink Summer Dress For Brunch at Jue Lan

Oyinkan

To brunch or not to brunch while still keeping safe in quarantine is quite a decision. I had brunch at Jue Lan because my friend recommended it and my first time back at brunch had to be at an upscale black-owned restaurant. I think its still important to quarantine and deciding whether you should partake in brunch is highly dependent on your location. In some cities, its perfectly fine to brunch (as long as you have your mask on of course), while other cities are experiencing a tighter shutdown with…

Stepping Out in Yellow High Waist Culottes

Oyinkan

I stepped out in yellow high waist wide culottes! I finally stepped out (for real for real) for the first time after being in quarantine since mid-march. I’m not open to going out as much as I used to but it’s definitely refreshing to see people I love after not seeing most of my loved ones for so long. I’ve been enjoying yellow a lot lately and this look is no exception. Its always been important for me to keep it bright regardless of how I feel. If I don’t…

8 Black-Owned Fashion Magazines To Read

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Black people aren’t often the focal point of mainstream magazines so I need to share 8 black fashion magazines that have always shared the beauty of black people. As a little girl, I loved flipping through magazines that featured people that looked like me (and I still do). I find that I naturally gravitate towards anything that resembles what I see in the mirror. The Black-Owned series continues as we discuss magazines! While supporting black businesses and building the black economy, please also support the organizations fighting inequality by checking out this national…

8 Black-Owned Fashion Brands To Support Right Now

Oyinkan

I’ve been practicing self-care since the recent event that occurred in Minneapolis. Now that I’m done crying (hopefully) every day (but still extremely hurt) about the killing of George Floyd, I’d like to discuss some actions we can take to support black people. Supporting black businesses is something I’ve always stood for as it enhances black communities and I’m just naturally attracted to businesses created by people that look like what I see in the mirror. Below are 8 black-owned fabulous fashion brands to support right now. You can also…

DIY Grey Crochet Jacket – Outerwear

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I’m not exactly sure if I should call this crochet item a jacket, a sweater or a coat but nothing gets me more excited about style than DIY projects. I’ve known how to sew for as long as I can remember and learned to crochet at the age of 12. I find that I appreciate the items that I create much more than the items that I buy in stores. I wish I knew how to write an understandable pattern so I can help others to create but I did…

6 Values I’m Keeping At 28

Oyinkan

I celebrated my birthday while soaking in some sun in a pink Cali Swim bathing suit and cover up. This was by far the most relaxing birthday I’ve ever had. For the past 6 years, my 22nd birthday has felt like the best birthday ever (it was the never ending birthday filled with so many celebrations). Every birthday after that couldn’t compare as the pressure (that I put on myself) to exceed that birthday kept me from truly doing the most! This birthday consisted of some healing and reflection. Without further…

Navy Bustier + Yellow Ruffle Shorts – Miami Swim Week 2017

Oyinkan

The final day of Miami Swim Week was jam packed with shows back to back. One of my favorite highlights of the week are the free workout classes provided by Swim Week. I spent Saturday twirling around in a tulle skirt and was certain that I was going to wake up early and head straight to the boxing class. To my surprise,  I ended up not attending the workout class. I’ve been so diligent with my gym workouts every morning that I just wanted to relax on Sunday and it felt amazing! No gym session, no boxing…

Tulle Overboard – Miami Swim Week 2017

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If there’s one thing that Wendy Williams and I have in common, it would be the love for tulle. For Day two of Miami Swim Week, I had to bring out one of my style favorites, a tulle skirt (also known as a tutu). I love tulle because it makes me feel so girly and dainty and I believe you are never too old for a tutu. I twirled my way to the Soho Beach House to check out Makalo Swimwear and several others, then off to the Sports Illustrated Swim show afterward. I kept the same neutral makeup…

First Day of Summer | Black & White Bikini

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Happy Summer!!! Today is the first day of summer and I’m sooo excited for what this season will bring! As much as I love colorful swimwear, there is nothing like a great black and white bikini. A black and white bikini is an easy neutral for many to wear without being too bland with a monochromatic bikini that only features one hue. I was drawn to this bikini because of its pattern. The zebra print mixed with the polka dots had me hooked. I knew I couldn’t leave Victoria’s Secret without it. Unable to find the…

Take A Dip With A Floral Bathing Suit

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If I had to choose between a bikini and a bathing suit, I would pick a bikini. I’ve always liked almost baring it all, showing as much skin as possible because being at a pool means I’m surrounded by warm weather which I love much more than the snow and hail that New York offers. This is not my first time wearing a bathing suit. I’ve worn many over the years but when I decided to get away for a bit, I made sure I packed this Bagley Mischa floral bathing suit. While packing…