10 Jul

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Yesterday I gave you the inside dish on the vintage dress I wore to my Best Dressed Madame soiree while I was at Essence Music Festival in New Orleans and now it’s time for the event recap. The night was full of fun, giveaways and some amazing costumes. Hosted at May Baily’s Bar at the Dauphine Hotel, we took a cue from the past to come up with some cheeky games. The bar used to be a brothel {they still have a red light on outside!} so we asked...

24 Jun

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I’m so excited to announce I’ll be hosting an event during this year’s Essence Music Festival. I had a blast year {check out one of my style posts from NOLA}, so I had to return for the 2013 festivities for a little R&R and to celebrate my birthday. My girl Carmen of Lipstick Fashion Mascara and I will be the MC’s for Best Dressed Madame on Wednesday, July 3 at the Dauphine Orleans Hotel.

08 May

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{my trust Target carry-on I’ve had for eight years} I have a confession to make: I’ve never checked a bag while flying. Besides not wanting to deal with the hassle of retrieving my luggage and paying ridiculous fees, I have fears of an airline losing my beloved property. This means that I’m a bit of a pro when it comes to packing a carry on bag. Of course we all know to roll and tuck clothes tightly so you can fit more, but what to bring is just...

06 May

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I hate the word “cheap,” but let’s face it, some wallet-friendly clothes can look, well, cheap! The material is a bit flimsy, the embellishments are falling off and overall they do little for your wardrobe. But of course affordable clothes and accessories don’t have to look like you found them in the clearance bin. And there are ways to turn an otherwise cheap chic find in to something that has a luxe feel. Whether you’re thrifting or shopping at an affordable chain, below are five easy ways to...

16 Apr

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I tend to get the same question over and over, “Patrice, what’s your favorite thrift store in NYC?” Well, I’ve done quite a few posts on my favorites {including thrift shopping 101}, but this post is all about my favorite, most affordable shops. These are the places I go when I want serious bang for my limited buck. Yes, New York can be expensive and some thrift stores charge $10, $15 or even $20 for a basic dress, but not these shops. Check out my top three picks for...