New Nails

My birthday is quickly approaching and since I will be leaving for Florida on Wednesday, I decided to get my nails done today. 

I had planned on getting a baby blue color but my good friend, Tavie is in town and she has the exact color I want on her nails. :/

After a quick brainstorm session, I envisioned a lilac/lavender color. My nail shop very rarely has the colors I want, so when they had this color, I was ecstatic! The color looks exactly the way I want it to and it's been getting tons of compliments. Looking forward to finding the color that tops this one...

Nails...

This post is coming days late as I definitely got my nails done on Monday but oh well lol! 

Lately, I've been passing up getting designs on my nails in favor of picking bright, bold colors that are fly enough to stand alone. No design needed.

If you use compliments as a measuring tool of how successful this has been going, then it's been going pretty damn good. I always get tons of compliments on my nails & there's always at least one person in my nail salon that wants to use my color (which I don't particularly like lol). 

This time around I went for a soft pink on my toes and this bright melon colored pink on my nails. I can't stop staring at them and the bright, fun color instantly perks me up! :) 

The RAD! Shop Boutique Launch

On June 23, 2013, I launched my online boutique at 12 PM! This has been in the works for almost two years and I am glad that it has finally grown into what it is today.

The support from my friends and people that I don't know is overwhelming. I've gotten offers for blog features, designers wanting to sell their stuff in the store, and countless offers for people to promote the store through whatever platform they use.

This journey has been a crazy, emotional one so far, and it is far from over. This was only the first step. I still have so much more that I want to and will accomplish. The messages from people telling me that I have inspired them to go for their dreams make me so happy. If I can inspire people now, how many people will I inspire when I "make it"? Don't listen to any naysayers, haters etc. Just continue to do you and focus on yourself. There will be so much negativity thrown at you but you just have to duck and dodge it. You can't expect everyone to understand your hustle when they were not given your vision.

I wish everybody that reads this much success.

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Nail Inspiration

Just in time for the Fourth...

Ruthie Davis

Enjoy some free shoe porn, courtesy of one of my new favorite shoe designers, Ruthie Davis. Ruthie Davis started her own line in 2006 after working for Reebok, Ugg Australia and Tommy Hilfiger.

Her designs are conceived in New York and handcrafted in Italy. Her designs are edgy, beautiful and eye catching. She has been worn by Beyonce, Lady Gaga, Karolina Kurkova, Jessica Chastain, Emma Roberts, and Naomi Campbell.

Check out some of my favorite designs:

Some Spring/Summer Style Inspiration

Trend Watch: Single Sole Sandals

About two years ago, I was browsing the Internet when I stumbled across Rihanna in a pair of amazing dark red patent leather single sole sandals. I instantly fell in love with them but I had no idea what they were called so I gave up my search after a few months.

So imagine my surprise and delight when I saw that single sole sandals were being announced a major Spring trend! I ordered my first pair from Prabal Gurung from his line for Target in a neon green and then I added pairs in white, black, nude, and yellow to my collection.

These shoes are amazing! They make your feet look sexy even if you have big feet like me (I wear a size 9!) and your miles look like they go on for miles in this sleek, sexy style.

Beyonce For H&M

If you read my blog then you know that I am a HUGE Beyonce fan! I was ecstatic when I heard that she was going to be coming out with a collection with H&M!

Today some of the ads came out and they showcased Beyonce in trendy bikinis and a chic dress!

I don't know about you, but these photos gave me the inspiration I needed to go a little bit harder in the gym! She looks totally amazing!

And I wouldn't expect anything less from the King...

The RAD! Shop

The RAD! Shop is coming along beautifully! I'm on track for an early summer opening date and I could not be more thrilled!

In addition to my jewelry that I handmade, I will be selling apparel (some of the clothing will be my designs!), footwear, and accessories (including other types of jewelry, handbags, and hats. etc.).

Check out some of the merchandise that will be available!

"Shoe game is awesome..."

Playing around in one of my bikini samples for The RAD! Shop! Yellow is a huge trend this season, ladies!

I'm Sorry Ms. Jackson...

...but you look too good to be 46 years old. These pictures are enough to make me want to change my diet around and make sure that I'm getting plenty of rest and exercise in hopes that I will look half as good as that when I turn 46!

Janet stepped out in a backless Haider Ackerman gown to kickoff this year's NYFW at Cipriani Wall Street!

Check out her look below!

NYFW F'W 2013 (Days 1 and 2)

NYFW has begun and designers are showing off their Fall/ Winter 2013 collections. Leather and fur will still be trends this upcoming season but you can expect to see a lot of other textures and fabrics such as suede and even satin.

My favorite collections so far have been Kate Spade (I loved her bright, girly and chic clothing!), Balmain, Jason Wu, and Charlotte Ronson!

Check out my favorites from those collections as well as looks from Cushnie et Ochs:

Kate Spade

Kate Spade used tons of bright colors to design her F'W 2013 collection. You can find leather gloves in red and pink (how fun is that??), and satchels and clutches in bright colors, animal prints, and metallics. Although her collection is girly and chic, a few looks have an androgynous feel to them as witnessed by the collared button down and the cropped printed pants with the leather jacket. Kate Spade has an amazing F'W collection, her use of color will definitely set her collection apart from the rest. 

Balmain

Balmain has been at the forefront of the fashion world for years and this collection definitely was not a disappointment. Sheer blouses, cropped pants, belted jackets, and mesh tights all came together to form a collection that had the perfect amount of edginess and chicness which will probably endear this collection to many people as it has something for everyone.

Jason Wu

Ahh Jason Wu, since I first started following his career, he has yet to disappoint me with one of his collections. This collection had it all,from funky prints, peek-a-boo blouses, and flowy dresses to structured blazers and jackets. Mr. Wu did not stick to the common F'W color palette of black, brown, and gray. Like Kate Spade, he also used color, including red and a beautiful royal blue. This collection showcases his talent and gives insight into why he's a favorite of FLOTUS, Michelle Obama.

Charlotte Ronson

Charlotte Ronson's collection had me in complete awe! From the first look (which gave me a toned down Freddy Krueger feel) to the mesh shirt and prim leather skirt in the second, to the structured blazer and cropped pants in the combo there was literally something for everyone! If you value comfort over chicness, you can turn to her fashionable yet comfortable sweaters, daring fashionistas will love her leather minidresses, and even the most modest girl can find a piece they'll love in her very ladylike A-line dresses.

Cushnie et Ochs

Cushnie et Ochs delivered an amazing collection! The use of different shapes, some dresses/skirts were very fitted and structured while some were loose and simply flowed with the model that was showcasing them. Daring splits, bold prints, and sexy cutouts made every single piece of this collection a must have in ANY fashionista's closet!