Online Boutiques

Thanks to the internet shopping has been made a lot easier. I don't know about others but I hate shopping in a store/mall. My (self diagnosed) ADHD kicks in and I get frustrated then leave without getting anything.  I want to be able to go in a store and say I am looking for a short black leather skirt under $100 and poof there it is!  Well with the internet I can!

I distress, this post is supposed to be about online boutiques and not my shopping ADHD. 

I am sure you have notice there have been a lot of boutiques popping up online lately.  Quite a few have the same styles, others are a lot more unique and you can tell the owners actually enjoy fashion.

Here are a few online boutiques that I follow and like.  Check them out and let me know what you think.

Mila and Fire - young DMV entrepreneurs

Shopping Bare

Kreative Belle - for your accessory needs

Demestiks New York - African inspired designs

Friday Sales

Hey loves!  As I was checking my email this morning, I realized I get a ton of emails about sales.  I have decided to share this information with you all.  If you are interested, you better act fast as some are only available for 24-72 hours.

Nasty Gal has up to 80% off for the next 72 hours. Stock up on items for next summer.

Shoe Dazzle has 30% off select boots and booties. You will need to sign up to view the boots, membership is free.

I don't know how I got on their mailing list but Blackheart has some pretty cool stuff.  They are offering BOGO 50% off regular priced items and BOGO free off clearance items.

Charlotte Rouse has sweaters starting at $15 and jeans starting at $10.  Tomorrow they are having a "Happy Hour" sale from 3-6 pm (local time0 online and in stores.
            I think I may cop this camo jacket.  I'm glad the fur collar can be removed.

My oldest daughter's favorite store Hot Topic has BOGO for $1.  If you shop online, you can get 25% off in stores they have buy one get one 50% off.

Urban Outfitters has items on sale, some more than 50% off plus $15 off $75 when you enter code 15BACK at checkout.

I shop at dEliA*s for my daughters.  They have jeans on sale as low as $14.99, tops BOGO 50%. Plus BOGO 50% off all clearance items.

My favorite site ASOS has up to 70% off sale with an extra 10% off...enter NOVEMBER10 at checkout.

KarmaLoop always have a sale going on.  Right now they have 30% off outerwear.


Happy shopping!  Let me know if you purchased anything.

Add a Little Positivity into Your Life

I have read and heard for years when you put out positive energy into the universe, you will get positive energy in return.  I am sure I am not the only one who was like yeah whatever.  I mean I believe in karma but in the negative way.  Like if you treat someone wrong, karma will come bite you in your behind.  I never really thought that karma worked in a positive way as well until recently.

These last few months, I have been working on me.  I noticed that I was somewhat negative.  I chose to see the negative side of things before the positive.  I decided that if I had something negative to say about a person, situation or whatever that I would then in return find something positive to say.  I'm not going to front and say I have changed my whole outlook on life.  I will say that I am a work in progress and I determine to live the best life possible for myself and my children.

I started to let go of a lot (not all) of past issues I had with people and started being cordial.  Some people may have an issue with it but I could care less.  As I have started working on myself, I have also noticed a lot of people I am/was surrounded by are very miserable.  Which made me think, wow people probably felt I was miserable as well.  It also made me think of how I presented myself to my children.  Was I teaching them to be negative/miserable? 

As I am changing, I am noticing things are starting to look a lot better in my world.  My career is picking up, my anxiety attacks have stopped, I don't have as many bouts of depression and I am almost at my goal weight!  So I can vouch for karma...not only will she bite you in the behind but she will also bring positive things to you.

If things haven't been going right for you, maybe it is time you took a look in the mirror for the problem.

ShoeDazzle

I remember when ShoeDazzle first started, they had some okay looking shoes for a low price. Now ShoeDazzle has stepped their came up.

I follow Jeannie Mai on IG, she usually post an outfit of the day (OOTD). One day she had on these really cute sandals and stated they were from ShoeDazzle. So of course I had to jump over to their site to see if I could find them. They were sold out but I did come across a few pairs that I wouldn't mind adding to my collection.

When you get a chance head on over to ShoeDazzle! and check out their new collection.

Talk up Thursdays

My girl Candy B formerly of Bashmentlinkup has a new weekly talk show on AblazinRadio.

Talk Up Thursdays is geared towards the DMV dancehall community from all walks of life. They discuss relevant current events, what's going on in the community and of course they play the best dancehall and reggae chunes.

Logon to Talk Up Thursdays every Thursday from 9pm - 11pm. You can also download the app (Ablazin Radio) on your smart phone.  

Check them out and tell me what you think.

Black Girls Workout Too

Before summer started I wanted to find a home work out program for days when I just can't make it to the gym. On InstaGram, I kept seeing people post their results from Black Girls Workout Too. Now these were amazing transformations from real people, so I decided I wanted to check this program out.  I went on Amazon to see how much the DVD would cost, it was $29.99. Now to some that's nothing but to someone as cheap as me that is a lot.  Then I read the reviews and most were saying the quality was not work 30 bucks so I decided not to get it. 

Months later I got the DVD from my sister-in-law. I have to say the quality is very low BUT the workout is GREAT!!! I was sweating harder than when I am in the gym. I have decided that I will use the DVD three times a week and go to the gym three times a week. I am determined to get this body tight and toned!  I'll keep you all posted on the results.

If you've never heard of Black Girls Workout Too check out the mother/daughter duo on InstamGram @VitaminEllen and @lanagem. You can also get more information from their website.

Interviewing 101

I'm still amazed at how many 25 and older people still do not know the proper etiquette when interviewing. This is the age of technology, you can find everything online these days. If you can take the time to check your [insert social media name] then you should be able to search how to dress for an interview, how to respond to interview questions and what questions to ask the interviewee.

Too many times, I've seen folks go on an interview in jeans or looking like they're going to hit the club afterwards. Even if you are applying to be a trash truck driver, you should still dress professionally.  And I don't want to hear "maybe they can't afford a suit" because that is bull. If you can afford a pair of jeans or club clothes you can afford to buy something presentable for an interview.  I have three suits in my closet specific for interviews and I did not pay more than $50 for them. One my mother found in TJMaxx for $4 (yes you read that correct FOUR dollars.) 

There are programs that sell gently worn work clothes at thrift store prices. One program I know of first hand is Dress for Success. They sell professional attire and accessories for the LOW.

When I have some free time, I'm going to create a few interview looks for women and men. I will also give a couple of interview tips like saying YES and NO instead of yeah, naw and the one I hate the most HUH.