So I got to see the video from Big Rucks its called The Overview/Movie Night and it is jammed packed!


 From a stylist perspective I was intrigued by the style choices. As a viewer and stylist, I felt as though in the video the couple was coming from a wedding or or some type of party (her dress to me, put me in the mind of a wedding dress). Then you have the voice over of another lady who was a side chick? But felt it was more and was pissed that it wasn't -or that maybe he wasn't honest with her.

The video follows the couple fighting until the girl decides 'No, I'm not having it." That is when the video changes. 

This is where I'm excited to introduce the director Austin Edwards, better known as Lite Jones -which is how I will refer to him during this post. He got started early in the 12th grade doing video production classes and he even made a web series. Growing up he was always creative, but it was in high school when he really tapped into his creativity. There were two people that inspired Lite, one being Kendrick Lamar and one being his teacher, Robet Connelly, a communications teacher that really impacted his life. 

Lite really loves telling stories, in particular "tragic romances" and you really feel that in 'The Overview/Movie night' video. As a viewer I saw a couple was meant to be together and dude stepped out. He was caught and then had to deal with the consequence of his actions -this is when the video changes. 

But I want to take a step back and talk about the color effects of the video. I was enamored with the black and white effects of the video. To me, honestly it has an old school, hollywood glamour to it. Then the song changes and I don't know how exactly to express it but it's like I want to prove my ex wrong kind of vibe. I'm going to be great. I'm going to succeed. 

What I love about Lite is that he puts his all into his projects. For example, I asked him what all went into directing a video and he told me it can take roughly 2 days. But the work that goes into it is another story. "Its all about the description, and what it is you are trying to portray,"


As far as his future goals? "Learning coloring on a video -that skill set- is key," he told me. But also Lite as a dream to create a short film! 

As a viewer I loved the video! I thought it was very well done and shot. I watched it a few times and each time I felt like I learned something knew or found a different layer to the video. From the color effects, to the little bit of audio in the midst, and then the change of song. There is so much to unpack and think about. As a creator myself I love when another artist gives you something to really dive into and think about. Which is what I think you get with this video.

And you know, after seeing this video, I am 100% going to keep watching what Lite Jones does! I feel certain you will see more from him!

If you haven't seen The Overview/Movie Night by Big Rucks. you really should! It is a great video and Lite Jones is behind it! 

​Thanks for reading! And Stay tuned! 

Hello all and Happy Monday! 

And Happy Mother's day to all you mothers out there! We had a great day celebrating! We cooked out steaks and corn on the cob! On a weird turn of events, I ended up getting my first shot of the COVID vaccine. I wasn't planning on it, but it worked out so I just thought 'what the hell? lets do it!' and I ended up getting to surprise my Mom with my vaccine card. 

So it was a good day! 

On to today's look! I actually tried this same look with flared jeans and heels and... I don't know.... I just didn't love the way it came out. I love this look much better! I'm also making it a point to wear shoes I don't often wear. Most of them are flats! Not all, but several! 

These loafers are very comfy albeit a little big. I may get some insoles to try and fill up some of the space, because I do love the look and feel of them. I think they dress this look up perfectly. 

What do you think?! Check it out and tell me your thoughts! 

Sweater Vest: Shein.com
Button Down: Shein.com
Bag: Versona
Shoes: H&M

Hello! And happy Friday! 

Today I'm sharing another casual look with you, and another spring sandal look with you! Now I know the sandals are a bit hard to see in the pics. I apologize for that. They were from Off Broadway Shoes and I've loved them for a few years now. 

This look in general, is one that I've never tried but I have always wanted too. And I'm glad I did! I think this is a great spring look! Very effortless and chill. I tried to keep the pink theme going. From the button up to the subtle pink in the graphic tee, to the sandals. 

Where I took a turn was in this beautiful faux suede bag! I found it at thrift shot and fell in love with it right away! Its so beautiful! And I have held on to this beauty for a few years now! (And hopefully many more to come!) 

Thank you so much for reading and stay tuned!

May is Mental health month and this is very important to me. I am personally seeking counseling because my mental health is not great. And that is not something that has to be hidden away. We need to normalize seeking therapy/counseling. After this crazy ass year... c'mon! We are all probably struggling one way or another. And if you need help that is 100% okay. You're not in that alone. I'm here with you! 

Stay safe my friends and stay tuned for more mental health posts!

Happy Monday! 

I'm taking a break from my typical shooting routine to shoot with my friend and colleague Terrence Brown! I'm sure you've heard me mention him a lot lately. I did a post for him not long ago, then he introduced me to some artists and -in a mentor like way- tasked me with doing a quick write up for their singles. 

He has been very helpful in helping me with new opportunities and for that I am very grateful! Then about a week ago -give or take- we headed out for a photo shoot. We shot at a beautiful park and we couldn't have asked for a more beautiful day. 

As you can see in the pictures, the location was beautiful, plus the sun was out and clear blue skies! The temps were perfect, not terrible hot but not cold either and a steady breeze.

We shot two different looks (the second I'll be sharing with you in a future post.) This was my favorite look for sure. Its simple, casual, effortless. Bonus points, this dress has pockets! You can't go wrong with a dress that has pockets! 

Once we wrapped, I left feeling so inspired and ready to get to work! 

I'm so grateful that our paths crossed and I'm looking forward to working with Terrence more in the future! 

Thank you so much for reading! And stay tuned! 




Pictures by: Terrence Brown

It is such a joy to work with Terrence! It really is! He is so kind and helpful! He is also one of the most calming people I have met. I'm so happy to be able to know and work with him! This is a one sheet he die for me and I just love and appreciate working with Terrence! I am looking forward to future projects! 

Stay Tuned! 

Hello all and happy Friday! 

Today is another dressed down post, but the main star of this show are my Shein sandals! I felt like it is finally time to break out some of my favorite sandals. 

You guys already know I love print and color and these sandals deliver both. One strap zebra print and one strap neon yellow. They are very comfortable and they are slide on, so you won't have to worry about blisters on the back of your heel. Since I just mentioned it, does anyone else have issues with blisters on their heels with new shoes? Heels, sneakers, sandals -whatever type shoe- when they are new and you are breaking them in do you have issues with blisters at first? 

I often do! Well, with sandals not as much. But sneakers and heels yes. Actually one of my -now- favorite pair of heels (the nude heels, you've seen them many times before) actually killed my feet at first! I first wore them to a graduating I was in and I was limping by the time it was all over. I didn't think I would ever wear them again and then I tried them again one day and.... they fit perfectly!? What the heck? Now I wear them with ease, no issues ever (knock on wood!) So I guess I just broke them in that night? Idk. This is a bit of a tangent, but if you have any ideas to help with breaking shoes in without pain or blisters, I would love to hear them! 

On to the look. I kept it simple. I've kind of been into the more simple look lately. A lot of it is because it is easier on my feet. They've been killing with the longer hours I've been working lately. (I'm thinking of getting a pedicure just for the foot massage, alone, I feel like it would feel SO amazing!) But also it is easier to shoot in different places. My heels sink into the ground a lot, so that is why you see pictures in the same place. Although I did do a shoot with my friend Terrence, which I'll be posting next! So stay tuned! 

But these cargo pants have certainly paid themselves off! I got them I think at least a year ago and I have loved them ever since! They are casual but they can be dressed up as well. Today I dressed them down with a graphic tee and paired with the sandals its an effortless look and very comfortable. Easy to wear for lunches or errands or day dates! 

Thanks for reading! I hope you have a great weekend! 

XOXO

Tee: Vestique Boutique
Pants: Target
Sandals: Shein.com
Watch: Anne Klein
Bag: Target
Shades: Hashtag Sunglasses

Hey all and Happy Monday! 

I know this may seem kind of an odd post especially since last night was Oscar night. I feel like I should be fancier but... I don't know. Have you ever needed or felt like you needed to dress up and just didn't want to? That was me today. 

And this is my dressy casual look. 

Nothing wrong with it. It is very laid back but not completely dressed down. Actually I this oversized Shein shirt I have been using mostly as a lounge wear shirt. I am considering pairing it with biker shorts in the near future -we shall see! I'm not sure if I'm completely there for that look yet. But who knows! It is an idea I have in the back of my mind. 

But for today I really enjoyed this pairing. It is laid back/casual but the red mules give it a dressier vibe. I could also pair it with flats and my blue crossbody bag and that would be a great running errangs look or lunch with friends. 

What do you guys think? 

Thanks for reading!!

Shirt: Shein.com
Shorts: Target
Envelope Clutch: Versona
Red Mules: Off Broadway Shoes
​Shades: Shein.com

Hey all and Happy Friday! 

So just a quick post for today, but I have been wanting to do a denim on denim post for a while. I wasn't exactly sure how to go about it. 

So I played around with it and came up with this look! 

I love the different shades of denim, as well as the look with just the t-shirt and wide legged jeans. 

What do you guys think?

Jacket: LOFT
T-shirt: KLa Boutique
Jeans: Shein.com
​Bag: Versona

Hello and Happy Friday Friends! 

Man when this work week first started -for me- on Wednesday it was bleak! I swear I was dreading a very long 5-day stretch. 5 days maybe the normal for you guys but is 10 hour shifts 5 days in a row the normal for you? Its not for me! And it was challenging. One of those days was awful. I was grateful for my friend Terrence Brown who called me on my break that morning to give me words of encouragement and has already given me several great opportunities for growing my blog. 

And also I'm so grateful for my work friends who bear with me on my rough days and listen to me, understand me, support me, and are still my friend even on my worst day. You guys know who you are. Also for my work friends this weekend who made me laugh so much and made working so much better! 

Okay enough mushy stuff! On to the blog post! Today's look is a relatively casual look. This duster I've had for a few years now! I found it at Versona a while back and just loved it! The print on the sleeves the dramatic length and angles of it just had me at first sight! 

The look alone -just the jeans and the graphic tee- COULD stand alone but the drama of the duster makes the look so much ore interesting! 

I've been trying -yet again- to really edit my closet and get rid of stuff or sell it. I had to think long and hard about this duster and at the end of the day, I just love it. I can't bring myself to get rid of it. 

What do you think of this look!? And stay tuned for some pretty cool future posts! Thanks for reading! 

XOXO

Shirt: Forever21
Jeans: GAP
Shoes and Duster: Versona
Bag: Versona
Shades: Shein.com

Hey all and Happy Friday! 

I wanted to talk about a little of what goes on behind the scenes of one of my blog shoots. There are times where a I got through funks. I feel like I don't have any great or new ideas. But I have an idea of something I Think would look good! For this post it was this very look -the paper bag shorts and crop top- but with a denim jacket, navy blue heels, and a big, blue bag. 

In my head, I really thought the blues would tie the look together and it would look great. Upon taking and editing the pictures, I didn't hate them per se.... but I also felt like something was missing. 

I knew I liked the crop top with the shorts. That was my goal was to find ways to compliment that look. 

My first thought was to go more casual with the Walmart brand Keds and the denim jacket. And as I put the Keds on with the look, my eye happened to fall on this purple/pink colored scarf that I've had for years! And on a whim I tried it with the look and LOVED it!  I even completely ditched the jacket! 

The pink/purple color of the scarf blends absolutely perfectly with the crop top and adds some added detail and texture to the look. Plus the the tennis shoes add a touch of casual that I think is appropriate for this look as opposed to the heels. In my opinion. I'm curious as to what you guys think. 
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I feel like it is so much more effortless. And sometimes that is the thing. If you are struggling with what to wear, maybe just walk away and come back to the look. Sometimes you need fresh eyes. Sometimes the right look is right in front of you. I personally didn't feel like the first -with the heels, bag, and jacket- weren't quite right. I posted a few pictures of that look just to give you an idea. 


But if you don't like it, keep trying different things until you find what you do like! It will be worth it! I think it is for this post for sure! 

Thanks for reading! 

​XOXO

Top: Apricot Lane Boutique
Shorts: K La Boutique
Scarf: GoodWill
Tennis: WalMart 
Jean Jacket: LOFT
Heels: Target
Bag: Blue -Versona Pink -Target