17 Jun

Posted at 05:00hin DIY, Home Decor, How To by
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Last month I told you guys about my new gig as the host of Madame Noire’s Home Savvy show. Well, the first episode just debuted! The entire season is all about upgrading your living space in easy, affordable ways. Episode one is dedicated to creating a summer window box to bring life and vibrancy to your home. Though you only get to see the upper half of my body, I had to give you the full rundown of my outfit…

10 Jun

Posted at 05:00hin shopping, Style Guide, Thrift, Thriftspiration by
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Last weekend was my first group thrift shopping tour of the season and we had a great time. In between helping shoppers score some cheap chic finds, I was able to snag a few items for myself. And of course I want to share what I bought as well as some tips I gave the thrifters on the tour. One recurring theme was how to step out of your style comfort zone, particularly when it comes to ditching a neutral heavy wardrobe and embracing color.

07 Jun

Posted at 05:00hin Thrift, Thriftspiration by
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Thriftspiration is a weekly series that puts a spotlight on readers who share their secondhand shopping tips and fun ways to style thrifted finds.   Name: Thrift Society Location: DC Metro Area *This week’s Thriftspiration is a bit different, as Thrift Society exclusively uses secondhand clothes for photo shoots.  All of the photos are from shoots they’ve styled with thrifty threads. When and why did you start thrift shopping? When I was about five years old my grandma would take me to the “used store” and give me...

03 Jun

Posted at 05:00hin Style Guide by
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For years I had been trying to make it to New Orleans for the Essence Music Festival. I always heard nothing but great things about the 3-day event and it’s always around my birthday. Last year, I finally made it to EMF and it was everything and more! Parties, great music, food and cheap alcohol, what’s not to love? And of course I’m heading back this year. But if you haven’t booked your flight or hotel, you’re not totally out of luck. Using your sense of style can...

20 May

Posted at 05:00hin shopping, Style Guide, Thrift by
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The weather is getting warmer and I’m bringing back my group thrift shopping tours. Though I host private tours and individual style sessions throughout the year, it’s time to get a group together and hit the NYC thrift scene. On Saturday, June 1, we’ll venture to East 23rd Street, which has a row of secondhand stores including Goodwill, Housing Works and Salvation Army.