48 hours in Chicago 📍

Recently, I shared two “Get Ready With Me” moments on Instagram, each look shared a distinct expression of style, sophistication, and emotion as I prepared for a beautiful surprise wedding proposal. The intention was simple: to let the best look win. But truthfully, both ensembles embodied such refinement that even I found it impossible to choose. Lol!

Originally, Look Two was my intended choice. Its impeccable tailoring and structured silhouette spoke volumes, effortlessly balancing modern minimalism with timeless chic. The low-waist detailing drape added an understated allure that captured my aesthetic perfectly. However, due to a slight tailoring issue at the back of my pants, I reserved and wore this ensemble for an elegant dinner in the city later that evening instead.

Look One, however, became the moment. The dress’s sculptural design and subtle flare created an ethereal statement, enhanced by delicate mesh gloves and stockings that introduced a layer of sophistication and grace. It was a harmonious blend of romance and feminine vibes, a true reflection of the moment itself of course!

To everyone who voted for both looks, your eye for style was impeccable. You won, ladies 💁🏾‍♀️

HBCU Classic ‘25 💙 🐯

Attending an HBCU was truly one of the best decisions I’ve ever made. From the culture and history to my dance team and education, Jackson State University will always hold a special place in my heart. After graduating, I moved to LA and began a completely new life and chapter in the fashion industry. Along the way, I’ve had the pleasure of meeting some amazing women who have become family.

Living so far from home can be challenging, so being able to bring a little piece of Jackson to the West Coast meant so much to me.

I wore my super cute JSU letterman jacket paired with a preppy pleated skirt and a crisp button-up top. To finish the look, I added a tie, loafers, and ankle socks, such a fun outfit! I’m so happy I got to show my frAMILY a great time at the HBCU Classic ‘25!

💙🤍 🐯

Din Din + Girls Dinner + Vegas Nights 🍝

If you have any restaurants on your bucket list that you’ve been dying to cross off, definitely add Carbone immediately! It’s perfect for a girls’ night out or a romantic date with your boo.

I had the pleasure of dining at the Las Vegas location, and the vibes were immaculate, intimate, sexy, and full of energy. The service was top-tier, and trust me, you and your girls will have an amazing time.

Now for a little luck story: believe it or not, I had a full wardrobe malfunction right before dinner! But it all came together in the end after changing into my backup dress. This sparkling mini dress hugged the body perfectly without being too tight, and I pulled off a monochromatic look with mesh tights, burgundy heels, and a matching deep brown bag. The silver stones on the bag tied in perfectly with my silver jewelry, the final touch to a flawless night.

Cheers to a beautiful girls’ night! ✨

Golden Glow, Autumn Flow 🍂

Birthday dinners are truly the best excuse to pop out and show up for your friends, a reflection of their energy and yours. October color palettes are rich, warm, and full of autumn depth, think burgundy and deep chocolate tones. This leopard bodycon dress struck the perfect balance between sexy and sophisticated, making it my go-to choice for a girls’ dinner night. The restaurant was a cozy speakeasy with dim lighting and an intimate vibe, and I couldn’t have picked a better look for the setting. To elevate the outfit, I styled it with chocolate brown heels and a matching bag accented in silver, the perfect finishing touch.

VIRGO SZN: VOLUME THREE ♠️

I believe that with every new age, we often feel pressure to have it all figured out or perfectly together. But in that pursuit, we sometimes forget to appreciate the journey itself and truly savor the present moment. This year, I’ve made it my intention to embrace that. I’m absolutely in love with this chapter of my life—an era that feels peaceful, beautiful, filled with wisdom, softness, and sensuality. It’s a season of stepping fully into myself and honoring the lessons I’ve gathered over the years.

Each of my shoots told a different story, and for this one in particular, I wanted to remind myself that it’s okay to love myself unapologetically and put me first. Black has always been such a powerful color—symbolizing strength and elegance—but I wanted to explore how to soften it. This dress was the perfect answer: the contrast of rich black with delicate ivory feathers gave me the volume, seduction, and softness I was seeking. I complemented it with flowy hair, neutral makeup and minimal jewelry to keep the look fresh and effortless.

Here’s to Volume Three!

VIRGO SZN: VOLUME TWO 🟫

One thing I love about September is the chance to branch into deeper color palettes. As the spring and summer florals and pastels fade, I find myself embracing rich jewel tones and decadent chocolate browns.

I used to be skeptical about pairing brown with black, thinking the two wouldn’t blend well together. But the structure and stitching of this dress completely changed my mind. The soft velvet and high neckline feel timeless and refined.

The gloves elevated the look, and since the neckline was high, I pulled my hair back sleek to showcase the beautiful gold jewelry. I’m also obsessed with the setting—the architecture and towering pole lines created the perfect backdrop.

Can’t wait for you to see look three >>>

VIRGO SZN: VOLUME ONE 🤍

Wow, Virgo season is officially here! If you have a Virgo in your life, you already know their loyalty runs deep and that they’re always focused on self-improvement. Virgos can be hard on themselves—and sometimes on others—because they’re constantly balancing self-care with a demanding work ethic. With them, there never seems to be enough hours in the day. But if you’re lucky enough to have a Virgo around, you’ll always feel loved and appreciated through their thoughtful acts of service.

Each year, I drop three looks, and for this first one, I wanted to embrace my favorite color: ivory. To me, ivory represents quiet luxury, purity, and timelessness. This angelic, floor-sweeping dress hugged my frame beautifully while adding just the right amount of volume to my petite silhouette. Once I completed the look with accessories and glam, everything came together flawlessly. The biggest challenge in creative directing this shoot was ensuring the location told the same story as the wardrobe, keeping the vision cohesive from start to finish.

I can’t wait for you to see Look Two >>>>

RTR x Et Ochs

If you’ve notice I never list, nightlight or printout the brands that I wear on my blogs. That’s intentional because I feel as though fashion shouldn’t matter about the label you wear, but more show how you wear it.

Grateful to be such a talented stylist at the one and only company, Rent The Runway (RTR), which provides all of the luxury brands you could think of. This amazing company provides me with a collection of wardrobe for me to showcase various ways pieces can be styled. I celebrated a fashion birthday dinner and was delighted to wear this beautiful black cut out dress by Et Ochs. Et Ochs is a luxury womenswear collection based in New York City. The ET OCHS aesthetic is rooted in clean lines and artful tailoring, exuding a refined sense of femininity and minimalist sophistication. Every detail is carefully considered with the female form in mind.

This sleek silhouette and striking dress was such a head turning look. I love everything about this dress. Slipping it on and clicking the buttons on the dress was time-consuming but once it's on, it's to die for. The structured top really elevates this dress. I love the drapes across the neckline. The cut-out is really what makes it sexy, just enough peek-a-boo without showing too much skin. There's absolutely no stretch, but the fabric shapes to your body and lays perfectly around the hip and butt area. Such a great look to wear to a cocktail dinner.

Fashion Exhibitions 🖼️

When your talented friends are Fashion Designers and Fashion Stylist, it’s always a blessing to be able to support. I had to absolute pleasure of attending “Rest Here, Its Okay” fashion exhibit and OpenAir SS25 debuted fashion show. Both events displayed clothing and accessories within a museum and gallery setting, to showcase the artistry, history, and cultural significance of fashion.

This night was the perfect excuse for me to wear one of my favorite stable pieces, which are blazers. Blazers are such a staple in every modern woman's wardrobe. The relaxed yet structured shoulders make them perfect for the office or an evening out. If you don’t have one, I highly suggest you invest! Selecting this grey tone blazer with black double breasted buttons that fits so comfortably was only half the process. I added a white detachable collar for more elevation and paired this look with red lace pants. This spring lace is taking over the fashion scene with its refined elegance and sexy seduction. If you want to make a bold fashion statement with your lace pants, consider pairing them with a statement jacket. A statement jacket can elevate your lace pants and make them the prime focus of your outfit. Lace flare pants can be perfect for balancing out wider hips, as the flared silhouette draws attention to the lower leg and creates a more proportional look.

…And don’t forget a classy bag, cute eyewear and pointy pump to finalize your one of a kind trendy look!

Joshua Tree 🌴 🏜️

Were you really sad? Or did you just need a girls trip! This trip itself was special for many reasons, but mainly being able to celebrate your friends that you love so much. It also didn’t hurt that we’re all busy and needed to just take a load off. Getting the chance to go away with a bunch of great women is something no one should take lightly. Pouring into each other and uplifting each other might be the route to take if you’re feeling uneasy. That clarity is always needed!

We didn’t need to go out the country or plan a extravagant destination get away, instead we choose to be secluded and grateful for each other presences. We started out by driving instead of flying, which made the road trip so memorable with everyone’s playlist to sing along and cute mini snacks. Our day concluded pool side vibes, photoshoots for content of course, PJ & game night, cooking and catering, cute brunches and hot bikini showoffs, early morning hikes and way to much laughing and loving!

To top it off, our theme was Western. One of the iconic pieces of western fashion is the cowboy boots. These sturdy and stylish boots are a staple in any western-inspired wardrobe. They come in various designs, from traditional leather boots with intricate stitching to more modern styles with embellishments and colorful patterns. As we all know, cowgirl vibes and free-spirited bohemian flair has been the trend of 2025 and I’m obsessed. I curated my look with this cream easy going skirt and cow print vest. The mixing of baby blue jewelry and western waist belt created such a effortless chic stable.

I also couldn't wear these western boots just once, so why not pop out in another look.. or maybe three looks… or even four! Either way, I had so much fun styling these up!

DC 📍

I took a trip to Washington, DC with my amazing family and I would do it again!

DC is a must visit city filled with so much culture and positive vibes. From the National Mall, to the “Obama” White House, and even the National Museum of African American History. Georgetown was so charming and welcoming. I enjoyed the site-seeing and amazing restaurants.

DC definitely gave me preppy and playful, which lead me to showcase pinstripes in my look. The color navy blue is the common and worn piece when its comes to pinstripes so, why not dress it up…. or down! Instead of wearing the typical pinstripe blazer, I added a poppy red v-neck with an oversize fit. I featured my checkered print crossbody bag which really came in handy while touring around the city. This look combined so well with the DC aesthetics and historian appreciation of the culture.

CurlyCon 25'

Isn’t it such a flex to be a curly girl? Or how about getting an actual invite to a Curly Con event? Well say no more because this year’s 2025 Curly Con experience was definitely worth it. This event brought a vibrant world of curls, where each strand tells a unique tale of beauty, confidence, and authenticity. This global occasion gives every girl an opportunity to redefine each curl texture, hair care tips and embrace your hair journey.

Speaking of vibrant, I couldn’t think of a better look to wear to this event other than bold, bright and vibrant color palettes. I’m a sucker for a form-fitting dress. Bodycon dresses look great on many body types and are so easy to style. I love the colors in this dress and this fabric practically fits like a glove. I style it with torquiest earrings to highlight the spring blues hue in my dress and wore pink heels to complete the look.

I can’t wait for next year!

OPENAIR

Typically on a chill day or even a day styling on set, you’ll normally catch me in streetwear, so when I got the call to attend OpenAir SS25 pop up I was more than excited to attend.

As streetwear continues to permeate mainstream fashion, creators like myself shape its trajectory and driving innovation. The streetwear scene, pushes boundaries and redefines what it means to be fashionable. Street style has become a huge business in and of itself especially with brands such as OpenAir, debuting their collection.

I knew I wanted to wear something oversize, edgy and comfy and these camouflage pants didn’t miss a beat. The taupe-gray color palettes blended perfectly with the aesthetics of the walls in the venue. I was able to easily pair these pants by adding a pop of red color in my shirt. For finishing touches I added a red lip, sunglasses and a brown and cream bag to highlight the neutrals tones.

I truly enjoyed this streetwear look and felt even better in it!

checkmATE ♠️🍽️

The blazer dress is a look I have loved for years. It’s effortlessly chic and always looks so well put together. I love the sleek, menswear-inspired look of this dress and felt really comfortable in it. This is one of those dresses that you could wear for countless occasions: date night, cocktail party, Birthday Gathering, New Year’s Eve, etc.

I paired the tuxedo blazer dress with a pair of clutching pearls to embrace the inseam of the pearls that were already attached to the inside of the blazer. The open cut white lapel was everything. This staple piece received so many compliments!

There was no need to add any additional colors so I kept it simple by adding a classic patent leather pump and finalized the look with a pair of pearl earrings. Less is always more ladies!

Burgundy Babe

Yes, burgundy is a trendy color for 2024–2025, especially for fall and winter! It’s definitely made a major comeback. Burgundy inspires elegance and refinement which I personally think it’s a great way to define my character! It’s a neutral tone, easy to match with the other colors, that dominate my wardrobe: black, blue, brown, olive.

The fur crop coat was perfect for layering especially with temperatures dropping during this season. It’s was so cozy and comfortable. With the look already being  monochromatic I wanted to enhance the my top and bottoms. The sequin shorts and tights paired nicely with my mesh long sleeve top. While solidifying accessories, why not add the burgundy boots as well as the burgundy bag for finishing touches.

A quintessential autumnal color gets even more luxe this season, reimagined in modern silhouettes like bubble hemlines, asymmetrical draping, sheer dresses, and one-shoulder necklines. Dress the color up however you like! Whether you prefer a touch of burgundy or a deeper merlot, wine-inspired shades add a sophisticated twist to your fall wardrobe!

True Story at the Pendry

As a fashion stylist, not all fittings take place in studios or at a clients house, most of the workload happens at hotels. This typically takes place when the clients are flying in town for an awards ceremony or red carpet appearance. You have logistical wardrobe moments such as unpacking, merchandising, prepping, replying to multiple PR marketing emails, monitoring incoming shipments and schedule fittings. Hotels are the most convenient way to get your client prepped and ready to be dressed because tailors, hair and makeup artist also normally have a room set up for the client as well. 

I’ve visited the Pendry hotel numerous times for personal and work reasons, however during the ESPYs 2024 I worked here for mostly the months of June and July. I was hired as the First Assistant Stylist and Market Editor for Serena Williams and my job was to ensure that the shipping logistics and tracking information was properly monitored and confirmed wardrobe pieces and shoe items were successfully delivered to the Pendry for merchandising and prepping under the Lead Stylist credentials. Proud to say I executed the job and every item successfully arrived on time with no delays per the requested estimated delivered date. 

However unfortunately I did not get to enjoy my time and experience at the Pendry Hotel due to a very tiring hostile work environment. As time went on throughout the weeks/months the job slowly began to consist of unappreciation, disrespect, verbal abuse, being antagonized, singled out, belittled and wrongfully accused of things that I did not do. 

Due to everything I encountered on the job I never imagined going back and visiting the Pendry Hotel due to remembrance and trauma responses. But after overcoming that situation, my amazing support system pulled me out of a dark space in my life and my family and I had a dinner night at Merois Rooftop Restaurant at the Pendry Hotel. The restaurant had a sophisticated dark ambience and I had been waiting to wear my all black long Skims skirt. The skirt paired so well with my Poster-Girl spandex long sleeve cut out turtleneck. This top was definitely designed to suction you in all the right places while giving a nice clean sexy look. A nice pointy toe heel and a pop of color mini bag were the perfect finishing touches. 

Fast forward to November, I'm truly blessed that I do not look like what I have been through!

90s New York

Can’t go to New York without embracing timberland boots. You really thought I was about to walk around the city in heels? Tuh!

I remember when timberland boots were made for hiking or mountaineering. Now these boots are a fashion statement. The classic yellow suede boot construction started its era in the late 90s from everyone to Tupac, Aaliyah and Cam’ron. Timberland boots are hard wearing boots with great style. These boots are surprisingly comfortable given their mere weighty appearance and New York natives have been trying out the unconventional classic boots for years.

In true 90s fashion, you would find the shoes almost exclusively worn with an extremely baggy pair of jeans and as a true 90s baby it wouldn’t be right if I didn’t pay homage. I styled them with a pair of dark denim layered jeans with boxers attached to the inseam and a simple white wife beater tee.

Just when I thought the key essential of this look were the boots, it was also the classic New York baseball cap. Very on brand! The hat brings out the character of the outfit. It’s some what tom boyish in a way and that’s what I like about it, dressing down but still very feminine.

Now lets get into this oversize brown trench coat! It’s not even cold here but anything for the look right?! I love any look which involves layering. The cost movement that it gives when walking is effortless. The over-sized coat draped around your shoulders and the boots will make its statement to show that you’re different, fashion knowledgeable and that your style is unique.

Happy Virgo Season! Happy NYFW! Happy Birthday!

An Iconic Night for An Iconic Day

Celebrated my birthday with the iconic Brand, LAQUAN SMITH.

My work schedule this year has been so intense that I didn’t have the desire to celebrate September 10th. My friends pulled me through and motivated me to make last minute birthday arrangements late August and Im so happy I choose to attend the city that never sleeps, New York for New York Fashion Week. What a better way to include work and leisure.

Living in Los Angeles with Mississippi roots, I wanted to ensure that my New York looks were timeless. Blazers are a key essentials in my closet and its so important to choose to right one. Blazers add certain elements of polish, even in certain oversize silhouettes. Personally, I tend to prefer a blazer silhouette with broad shoulders that hits the hip or longer, as the proportion works well with how I tend to incorporate the mini skirt piece into my outfits. The mini skirt brings a fun and flirty trend while the Fall / Winter is still approaching. When the weather cools down further, the great thing is that mini skirts can be paired with tights or knee highs. Such a versatile combo right?!

A black leather pair of gloves, bag black and black sunglasses were the best finishing touches. Now if I’m being honest the shoes paired with this look were so hard to solidfy because a boot, a platform heel, or a loafer would have been spot on but I decided to go with a classic black pump.

Happy Virgo Season! Happy NYFW! Happy Birthday!

Fashion and Art 🔳🟥🔲

The relationship between fashion and art is not uncommon. Designers, Photographers and Stylist take their inspiration from the world of art. Whether it’s a motif or color palette, fashion houses and museums are always paying tribute to other artisans and craftsman. While most of us think of fashion as living art, what we often fail to realize is how the two are interlinked. The structure, the paintings, the installations, the drawings, etc.

While having a fashion career that can sometimes consist of a hostile work environment, there’s no better way to reset as a fashion stylist by gaining more inspiration at a art. Seems as if skinny leg jeans are fading, while wide leg jeans are trending and in season. Wide leg jeans are the perfect mix between flared and straight leg. Comfort has also been a key styling tip of mines, and these black jeans were amazing. Jeans are also perfect for work office attire, game day attire as football seasons approaching or even a casual date night.

A white tank can come off as basic huh?! But honestly is depends on how you style it. This perfect white tank had abstract graffiti print and it paired perfectly with the art at the museum. Red always go perfect with black & white, so my finishing touches were a red lip, red pump and of course a red bag.

Hope this brings light to all creatives to get inspired in your own individual way!

Mother's Day is Everyday 🌸

…And again I made a promise that this year I was going to be very transparent in my blogs. I wanted to ensure that they were raw and relatable. A way to let other women know that it’s okay to go through rough patches but also make sure you “CARRY IT WELL”. 

You’d be surprised if I told you that the month of August was the first month I smiled and felt at peace this entire year. Crazy right?! I know. My career has come with so many ups and downs. I’ve taken more Losses than Wins this year, which is technically what comes with being an entrepreneur. But how do you cope with scenarios when you’re in a city far away from home by yourself? How do you mourn your pain? How do you keep going when it’s just you? How do you carry the load when things become overwhelming? Aren’t you tired? 

I’ve been fortunate enough to have such an amazing support system during those rough patches and happy to call that amazing person, My Mom. I haven’t been able to travel home this year due to my work commitments so my mother and sister made arrangements to come to me. My mother being physically, emotionally, spiritually and mentally present was the perfect reset. The love she gave me truly washed away all my problems, worries and doubts. For that I wanted to ensure that I celebrated and gave my mom her flowers beyond Mother’s Day. 

I had the pleasure of hosting A Mother Daughter Dinner where myself and other close friends and their mothers were invited and able to pour into their Mother’s as well. The ambience and color scheme of the restaurant was pastel colors decorated with beautiful flowers that hung from the ceiling. Of course I had to go with something that was flowy, cute and appropriate. My pink and purple one shoulder and back out dress was so comfortable and chic. One of the great things about this dress is even though it is a thin, flowy, spring-summer dress, it can be worn in cooler weather too! It would look great with heels as well. I wore sandals with a pop of color bag and silver jewelry when styling this dress. The options were endless with this beautiful piece. 

I hope this helps spark some inspiration for your summer wardrobe ideas ladies and remember to “CARRY IT WELL” despite your rough patches. Understand that it’s ok to put your pride to the side, create a safe space for you and your loved ones and pour into those who pour back into you!