Ain't no sunshine when she's gone.

So I felt like its been years since I last blogged. Trust me I have been trying not to miss a second of the beautiful weather. There is something about the sun shining that makes all my worries vanish into thin air. I get all giddy and hyper haha.

Today was one of those days. My mother took me and my siblings out to the mall and we just spent the afternoon with her, shopping. I got a lot of goodies and I might do a separate post for them. This is the outfit that I wore to go shopping. This is the first time I have worn sneakers since who knows when. I really just wear boots heels and sandals. However, I pulled out these bad boys and threw on my favorite hat by Obey and called it a day.

OOTD

Top: Forever 21

Shorts: Thrift Town

Sneakers: DSW

Jewelry: Forever 21 and H&M

Sunglasses and Hat: Vendor Fair

Takin' it Back..

I'm a 90's baby and I have been so obsessed with the fashion during my childhood years (I say that like I'm soo old lol). I just love the baggy jeans and the tight tops; to the oversized sweatshirts and high socks. I love everything about it. And seeing how I take inspiration where I can get it, I decided to bring back this time period with an outfit I put together for school.

Return of the Mack.

I haven't been on this blog in soooooo long. My apologies. School was winding down and I was so caught up with my extracurriculars and school and end of year arrangements and moving out of my place. Its been hectic. But since it SUMMER and I am free for most of it I will dedicate my time to updating this. I'll keep you guys posted. (no pun intended) lol

Nails that I did when I was bored.

The Art of Makeup

Makeup is used in so many ways: to conceal, to enhance, to exaggerate, to accentuate, to revamp. With all these functions I believe that makeup is an art and I have respect for those that merely use it to play with, experiment with, or just use it to enhance the genuine beauty underneath it all! It should just be fun!

I love this eye makeup, dramatic but yet soo sultry! My favorite

Fierce!

#1 Go to Look: Au Natural

This is cute and I appreciate the blending

I love golds and browns, especially on women of color

I wouldn't necessarily where this out but it's fun while experimenting

Scarves are an Inspiration...

Sooo, I have another outfit of the day for you all followed by a face of the day. I was looking at my scarf that I got from H&M and I was inspired by the various colors that it contained.

Blues, Greens, and Pinks...

So I decided to incorporate all these colors into my eye makeup. I also applied some dramatic falsies to make the colors pop!! (my eyelashes are short and curly lol)

I then paired it with one of my favorite leggings and a cardigan and called it a day! :) Enjoy.

OOTD

Scarf: H&M

Cardigan: H&M

Shorts: Forever 21

Tights: Target

FOTD

Eyes: Original 88 Matte Palette (Coastal Scents)

Cheeks: ELF Tickled Pink

Lips: NYX Beige

Hair Journey...

I never really knew what the proper way of taking care of my hair was. I always assumed that my hair was long because of genes. Unfortunately, due to heat damage I have lost the length of my hair. So I decided to join some hair sites and youtube search, and I have come to realize that African American women are consumed with doubt. That if you see a Black woman with banging hair, that you will automatically assume that it is a weave. "A Black woman's hair cannot retain length". It is stereotypes like these that caused me to do some research.

I have learned that first and foremost, that Black hair does not retain length because it breaks off and is damaged. With that being said, in order to grow your hair you must take proper measures in taking care of it, whether it be with moisture, less heat, and more protective styles.

With my new found knowledge I started my Hair Journey on December 7, 2010. My hair is currently at shoulder length and and I a relaxed head. My goal length of hair is Bra-strap Length and I have 4b type hair, very thick and unmanageable. haha

Come with me on this journey to healthy looking hair. Because I noticed that if your hair looks good, you feel good!

Here are some pictures of my hair progression: 

Early 2008: No perm but length (Blow dried)

Late 2008: Blow dried (My bangs were banging ahah I miss it)

Late 2010: Damaged ends! Washed and in desperate need of a perm) 

Late 2010: Flat ironed (real thick) 

Late 2010: Braid out -- No perms for about 6 months (new growth)

Dec 2010: Fresh perm and Blow Dry

Dec 2010: My last perm of the year

Dec 2010: I have been stretching my perms 

 So, these pictures are up close and personal.  But I plan to work on health, length, keep my thickness, and work on my ends. Wish me Luck!!

Red Hair?

So, I've been wanting to dye my hair a burgundy color since I was in middle school! Unfortunately, my mother at the time did not support my fashion endeavors hahah but I am truly considering it at the moment, but I doubt I will actually dye it. I might get a rinse or the cellophane wrap. Decisions Decisions.

Anyways, is it just me or is Rihanna's hair growing on you. I love the color of her hair but I think what threw me off was when she first debuted the fiery color and her hair looked unhealthy and fake. But now, I am in love. Rihanna seems to pull off anything she decides to do and I like that about her. If you like something, wear it or do it with confidence and then who knows, soon everyone might like it too. Personal Style is key!

Do ya HaRem?

Finally! I decided to whip out the MC Hammer pants!!! I remember way back in the day (-cough- the 90s) my mom had bought me a pair of these in a ridiculous color. And I hated them!!!! 

They look somewhat like these!

She bought me those and some gauchos that were just heinous, but that's another story lol 

Anyways, I am suprised that they were brought back and how chic and fashionable they look on! And to think I hated these bad boys!? 

So, I wore this outfit to a club meeting! I work in uniform during the day, so why not dress up later on, even if it's just a boring ole meeting? I feel like if I don't dress up, I am just itching to get near a closet and think up something! 

Well, enough of me babbling, enjoy the pics! 

Btdubs! I painted my nails a new color! Let me know if you like it!! :)