May Mayhem!!

 

Hey!! I hope everyone is having a great week so far! I can’t believe that it is already the middle of the month! There are so many events that are going on the next couple weeks!! First…

I will be attending Haus Events Presents: HausParty Fashion Show. I’m excited about this show because I was finally able to get a press badge!! Yay! So this means quality photos and a meet and greet with the designers after the show.

 

 

There is one designer that I’m excited about seeing and her name is Kim of Kimi Kouture. I’ve been following her work for a few months and she designs some amazing jumpsuits and rompers. I’ve been back and forth about purchasing from her for my up and coming birthday but I wasn’t sure on the timing that my order will get to me. I will definitely make a purchase in the near future! Check out her website www.kimikouture.com.

 

The fashion show is this weekend on May 18^th at the Nerv Art Gallery in Dallas, Tx. I want to give a special thanks to Ashley Williams, the CEO of Haus Events. Can’t wait to see the show!

Second…

I am one of the new BB Promo Dolls for the Virgin hair company BBXtensions!! This means more reviews on hair and special discounts for my viewers out there. Go and check out the website NOW!! If you want to purchase your hair now, use this promo code JLYNNDOLL for 15% off your entire order!!

 And last…

My 25^th birthday is coming up! Y’all know I’m already planning my outfit right!! I’ve been trying to find some inspiration but everything I’ve seen is either too tight, too short, or both. We shall see what I come up with!  There will be plenty of pictures taken so you won’t have to worry about missing out!

 

Good Day!!

JL 

Crazy Genes or Crazy Jeans

Hey everyone! Hope you all are doing well!! For this spring/summer seasons, I can already tell what trends are going to be H.O.T.!! I think that the cut off shorts, distressed pants, and bleached/acid wash denim are going to be the most popular. This is the perfect look for those upcoming concerts and barbecues! The best thing about this trend is that you can save money by making them yourself! You don’t have to spend $20 to $40, where as you can spend just $4 to $8 for a pair of jeans at goodwill and other thrift stores to create the same look!

Of course I’ve done some research on YouTube for D.I.Y (do it yourself) videos for cut off shorts and distressed jeans. I believe that I found a video that anyone can copy, and it is so simple! I’ve even tried it myself and it turned out cute! Check out this video from Morgan Taylor!

 

Now, there are some really talented people out there who have special skills with some scissors and a can of bleach! I’m not one of them! Check out some of Brionna’s creative work! She does shorts, pants, and vests, for men, women, and kids! You can follow her on Instagram @msgorgeous_90 and to place an order you can email her at brionajordan90@icloud.com.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Will this trend be apart of your wardrobe this season?!?

 

JL

A Make-Up Legend

When you think of a legend in the cosmetics world, who do you think of? Well, I think of Mary Kay!! Who doesn't know someone who wears it, selling it, or use to sell it?! I'm proud to announce that I am a new beauty consultant for this legendary company! I joined about 2 months ago and I'm glad that I took a chance at it.

I'm going to be honest here, my intentions were just to earn some extra cash. My plan wasn't to get tied into using the products for my everyday use, but just to know what each product is and its purpose so I could sell it! That all changed when I got my starter kit and my first inventory package!! There was so much stuff and a lot of free gifts! I am really amazed at how good the Mary Kay products work.  I already have a list of favorites, which means that there will be many reviews to come in the near future!



Me with my Mary Kay Starter Kit! Cute, huh!?!

I think the misconception about Mary Kay is that most people think that it is for older women (30+). I have to disagree! The company has come out with more products that a appeal towards a younger market. 

Keep a look out for my personal Mary Kay website coming soon! And for you all who live in the East Texas and Dallas area, email me to sign up for your free facials!! :-)

 

JL

FYI Hair Diaries: Get It, Got It

Hey, hey!! So I finally bought my  Virgin Brazilian hair! I've had it for about 3 weeks now and I really like it! I've never had hair so soft before! lol. You all know that I'm use to my yaky hair! But sometimes change is good, right!?

I purchased the Virgin Brazilian body wave from runwayriches.com. I bought three bundles ( 16", 16", 18"), but I only used two (16", 18"). I wasn’t sure of the thickness of the weft, so I bought three to be on the safe side.

 

Before installment, I co-washed the bundles with Herbal Essence hydration conditioner. I used an empty dish bin, filled it with warm water, then poured a generous amount of conditioner into the water. I sat each bundle in and soaked them for 5 minutes. After I soaked the bundles I laid them out on a towel. Due to the instructions listed on the site, I did not blow dry the hair. When installing the hair it was still a bit damp, but about time my sister was done sewing in the hair, it was dried.

 

This is the one of the brands that runwayriches.com recommended for washing and conditioning the hair.

 

I did get a relaxer on just my leave out (my top and sides). I’m sorry but my African hair was not going to blend in with this Brazilian hair if I did not relax it! Lol! It actually blended quite well. I was nervous about that because the weave hair did appear to be lighter than expected, but my amazing sister worked that out for me!

When it comes to weaves I’m not big on using a lot of products. So with this hair I have used one product and that is argan oil by One ‘N Only. I got it from Sally’s Beauty Supply for about $4 (small bottle). When using the argan oil use a small amount, it can go a long way.

 

Joyce’s Pros and Cons

Pros

 

-Very soft

-Very minimal to no shedding!

-Does Not Tangle

-Easy to wash

-Styles very well

 Cons

-Doesn’t really get straight. (I like versatility, so not being able to get the hair straight the way I wanted was a disappointment.)

-Frizz (The hair can get a little frizzy, especially after a wash. The argan oil really helps with frizz.)

 

 

These are the styles I have worn so far!!

  Flexi Rods

 

 

Straightened/ Flat ironed

Fresh wash, air dried

Curled with a 1 1/2 in curling iron

 

 

 

 

I know quite a few people who are opposed to purchasing this hair because they think that it is too expensive, but I like to think of it as an investment! You are going to spend the same amount on buying hair by the end of year just by buying it every time you get your hair done. With this hair you are able to wash it, color it, bleach it or make your own wigs! Remember most hair companies set different sales for the week or month, or payment plans just to make the hair more affordable for anyone!!

 

 

If you have any questions, you are more than welcome to email me or write in the comment box below!

JL

 

 

The Business Man

Hey ya'll!! I'm so glad tomorrow is FRIDAY!! I hope you all had a good week! For this week's feature I give you wardrobe stylist Joseph "Jay" Harris from Dallas, Texas. Joseph was a referral, and when I was given his facebook page I automatically said "I need to feature him!" lol. I like how he creates stylish looks for the office. Every woman can appreciate a man in a good suit, right!?! Now let's take a closer look at Mr. Harris...

How do you define your style?

One word: Avant-garde.  I really attempt to express my style with great pieces that most may say are too contrasting but I have found comfort in mixing different styles, textures and patterns.

 Who/ what are your style inspirations?

Honestly I don’t really draw much inspiration outside of what I have within but if I had to answer I suppose I will say traditional and classic menswear.  The “Suit” is the thing to ever happen to men’s clothing.

 What are some of your favorite brands and stores to shop at?

Bachrach, Nordstrom’s, Banana Republic, Q Clothier, Neiman Marcus, and Ted Baker.  My style differs for each occasion.

 Are you into trends, if so which ones?

I am not much of a trendy guy, I follow the business motto usually.  My casual dress is preppy, I wouldn’t say trendy for me considering the fact that I have been dressing that way since I entered private school almost 20 years ago.

If you could style anyone, who would it be and why?

If I could style anyone it would be Michael Jordan.  The reason why is cause most people think he dresses nicely, but as a stylist you see flaws in every man’s dress game.  Although, I know he wears his clothing just the way he likes.  I would attempt to introduce to him something a little different.  The reasoning is because if men see him wearing it, they will spend their last dollar to get it. So it’s kinda a marketing thing also. Lol.

 What pieces (clothes, shoes, accessories, etc) are a must have for you?

For every man there are a group of essentials that are necessary not matter your professional field:
Every man needs that staple suit. Since we are in modern times, I would say go with charcoal grey, it provides so much versatility.  (Black isn’t need as much anymore)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 Favorite fashion quote or phrase.

A man doesn’t just get dressed, he sets his image with his style…….what’s in your wardrobe?”

He is well put together isn't he?!? Want more of Mr. Harris debonair styles? Follow him on...

Facebook: Jay's Styles

Email: joseph26harris@yahoo.com


JL




                   

The Suave Guy

It is time to show case this week's feature for my March Men's Fashion month! This week I bring to you Jamar Copes aka Flaw from Pocomoke City, MD. I ran across Jamar on Instagram lol! I like how he can transition into different looks. I must say that I'm more of a fan of his polished and tailored looks! Well here Jamar is to give you a piece of his style story...

How do you define your style?

Effortless and free spirited is how I would define my style. I really put on what I think looks good to me and don't care about other opinions and the crazy looks I get at times. I also would say colorful, my outfits have to pop. I'm a huge fan of color blocking.

Who/ what are your style inspirations?

Versace, Pierre Cardin and Scott Disick really are big inspiration to me. Versace with the big amazing prints. Pierre with his amazing detail and use of color. Scott with his hip sheek classy look those three really push me to take it to the next level. I am also a huge fan of the 80’s and vintage style as well. I inspire myself as well I always try to push myself and take risk.

Are you a trend setter or a trend follower?

Yes I'm very much trend setter. Being from a very small town where everyone dresses alike I always love to separate myself and stand out. My high school days I use to hand paint every outfit for everyday lol it was a lot of work but people caught on to it and wanted to do the same. Now days anything crazy I try or experiment with like mixing prints, color blocking, or mixing vintage with new age usually catches people and they follow.

What are some of your favorite brands and stores to shop at?

To be honest I like old vintage thrift store shops they have the best stuff in the world. You can find a lot of one of one pieces and unique items that nobody else will have or see. But other than that I like H&M, TOPMEN, JOS A BANK, and Brooks Brother.

What 5 pieces (clothes, shoes, accessories, etc) are a must have for you?

Brush, Loafers, Slim Fit Jeans, Nice Watch, Deep Cut V-Neck....I gotta keep them around at all times they are perfect for any event.

 Favorite fashion quote or phrase.

Style is sign language to blind critique the don't see your vision.

Want to see more of Mr. Copes?! Well follow him on...

Instagram:Theflawera

Twitter:the__flaw_era

Facebook:Jamar flawflizzy Copes

Gmail:Martycopes@gmail.com





JL

Leather Anyone??

Hey everyone! I hope you all had a great week! Guess what... It's almost spring! It's one of my favorite seasons because you can mix and match your winter and summer clothes together! lol. It's warm enough outside side to break out the sandals and dresses but still cool enough for a cute blazer or cardigan!

Now, I'm usually a fan of leather in the fall and winter but it looks like the trend it not ending this year! Living in Texas tho I'm not sure how long we are going to be able to hold on to that trend! Me personally, I don't think that I would do the leather pants because I am bottom heavy and I don't want to add more attention! lol. But I will certainly wear a leather jacket or a fitted skirt. I even think the t-shirts with the leather patches are nice.

Now here are some celebs showing how they rock their leather!

 

I believe that I'm going to leave the leather trend to the seasons fall and winter! What about you?! Will you continue to wear leather into spring?

 

 Sources:

Fashionbombdaily

GQ.com

zimbio.com

 

 

JL