Thrift Store Thursdays!

Hello "STYLE MAVENS"!

This morning I woke up feeling like I needed to browse the aisles of the "THRIFT STORE" . . . .

Something in my spirit said, "You might find something really, really cute today"

Well, not only did I find one cute little summin summin . .I found a couple summin summins . . .as I always do when I go "THRIFTING".   

I am so glad, that I listened to my "FAIRY THRIFT-STORE MOTHER" . . . .I was sprinkled with the "FAIRY DUST" today!

Isn't this 100% Cashmere Coat! for $8.00! JUST FABULOUS! Yes,  I will be putting this coat to use this winter, paired with 

Yes,  I will be putting this coat to use this winter, paired with these Jessica Simpson -  Khalen Whiskey Tie Dye Boots

I also thrifted this 

ADORABLE! Coral Chiffon Dress!  $4.00!

I Styled it with a gold belt, Gold & Coral BCBG Sandals (MINE),  Gold rings & bracelets (MINE), Turquoise & Gold Wasp RING (Mine), Teal & Gold Necklace (MINE), Light Coral Square Ring (DIY), Multi-color Chevron Clutch (DIY)

How can I forget my {DONATELLA -Trench Coat} $8.00! 

                                           Donatella Versace

           Donatella Versace is an Italian fashion designer and current                Vice-President of the Versace Group, as well as chief designer.

Ladies & Gents!  I love Thrifting for those hidden "TREASURES" that no one else wants.

 "Another persons "TRASH" is my "TREASURE"

Happy Thrifting!

"STYLED TO A TEE" {NY}

Hello!

FASHIONISTAS! are you ready to get . . . .

If you are a Fashionista on the go living in NY or if you are going to be in NY this week, you don't want to miss this "EVENT"!

Join "KEATON ROW" Stylists & REFINE + BaubleBar for an evening of shopping and summer styling tips for the New Yorker and the "FASHIONISTA" on the go .... Monday, July 22 @ 6:30PM - 8:30PM for a fun & fashion filled event.  Stylists will be giving styling tips on how to work that perfect look in multiple ways during this fun fashion event!

Join REFINE + BaubleBar for an evening of shopping and summer styling tips for the New Yorker and "FASHIONISTA" on the go. 

To celebrate their first collection, REFINE has teamed up with BaubleBar to showcase wardrobe essentials designed to take you from midtown boardroom to downtown cocktails, Museum Mile to shopping in SoHo, and everywhere in between.


Start with the Basics: Get back to basics and begin with the essentials. Complete your wardrobe and create the perfect foundation by stocking up on summer tees and tanks at the REFINE Basics Bar.

STYLING: Navigate the city streets and summer’s show-stopping trends with styling tips from the experts at Keaton Row.

SHOES: Fall head over heels with Chromatic Gallerie and customize the perfect pair of pumps to take your tee to new heights.

BAG: Add a patterned pouch, structured tote, or embellished clutch from Stitch Collective's line of crowd-sourced handbags.

MANICURE: Go bold or keep things classic with a pop of polish from Manicube.

JEWELRY: Top off your tee with statement pieces from BaubleBar's jewelry collection. "SWAT TEAM" stylists are on hand to help you complete your outfit.

FASHIONISTAS! what's a "CELEBRATION" without "COCKTAILS"!

COCKTAILS: Toast your new look with modern cocktails made with zero-calorie mixers in natural, mixology flavors from Be Mixed.

RSVP HERE to be entered into a raffle for your own 

REFINE TEE!

Click on links below to learn more about the sponsors & 

event organizers:

Keaton Row

REFINE

BaubleBar

Manicube

Be Mixed

Chromatic Gallerie

Stitch Collective

"BRIGHT & BOLD with accents of GOLD"

I love ....Bright Bold, colors like orange, fuchsia, purple and turquoise accented with GOLD . .these vibrant hues give any outfit an attractive combination of VITALITY and GLAMOUR. It's a fashionable & trendy way to make a "BOLD" statement for the "FASHIONISTA"  that has a lot of "PIZZAZZ"!   

Accents of "GOLD" paired with vibrant colors adds a dash of the "SPICE" to any OUTFIT!  

My "MOTTO" is a little "GOLD" goes a long way! . . .and don't forget to accessorize!  Lots of bright colorful rings, bracelets and fashionable watches accented with "GOLD"  is always the way to make a "BOLD" statement. 

Sign up to get your own custom complimentary

 "LOOKBOOK" & "STYLING SESSION"

I will personally create a "LOOKBOOK" for you for any occasion or event.

Getting started is SUPER EASY:

1.CLICK HERE

2. Fill out your personal profile

(Uploading any pictures and extra details of what you are looking for is helpful)

3. Get a complete "LOOKBOOK" curated by me, designed specifically for you.  You will be able to shop for items directly from your personalized "LOOKBOOK"

4.  Buy What You Love.  Return What You Don’t Want. No Obligations.

You may also, email  thestyledialogues@gmail.com

Fashion PR 101 Workshop w/ Kelli Flournoy PR

Fashion PR 101 Workshop

Hosted by

Kelli Flournoy, PR
Public Relations & Branding

http://www.kelliflournoypr.com/

 Today, I had an awesome time at the Kelli Flournoy - Fashion PR 101 Workshop.  I met some wonderful ladies from all walks of life, very smart and creative.   This workshop gave me a realistic insight on what goes on behind the scenes of building "BRAND AWARENESS".

 "SOCIAL MEDIA MANAGEMENT". .... how effective are you?

Here are some key points to "MAXIMIZING SOCIAL MEDIA"

1. Branding

       Are you making your product or business visible to potential clients?  Who are you?  

       Do you have a website or blog where people can find you?

2. Engagement

       Are you engaging your audience with trending topics?

3. Resources

        Are you using resources that will help maximize managing your "Social Media" accounts?

        Hootsuite

        Tweetdeck

    

Are you in the "NETWORK"?   Another key point for brand awareness is "NETWORKING".

1. Building relationships

        Are you building relationships with people that would be interested in your business or product?

2. LinkedIn

        Are you on LinkedIn?

3. Events

        Are you attending events that reflect your business?

As you can see this event was full of information and we had a lot of activities and role playing.

Kelli Flournoy, is a "CLASS ACT", the real deal, she is beautiful, very professional, knowledgeable and seasoned in the Fashion Industry.  

Here are some of the ladies that attended the workshop

Ariel Taylor, Tatiana Parrish, Courtney Carter & Vanessa Street

Me & Kelli Flournoy

You can catch her as one of "CAST MEMBERS"  of  'HOUSE of CURVES"  on Thursday nights at 10pm on WeTv

check out a clip from Season 1 Episode 5

"Success means being professional"

Kelli gives Kenyatta a hard pill to swallow when it comes to her staff

http://www.wetv.com/shows/house-of-curves

Check out the latest fashions from "BELLA RENE"
http://www.bellarene.net/

All Hail to the Queen

"All Hail to the QUEEN"

Queen Latifah is known as one of Covergirls first African-American models.  Dana Owens is an “ICONIC” powerhouse that has reigned supreme since the 1990’s.  Queen Latifah has an established career in the music industry, she is a talk-show host, fashion designer, a “GRAMMY” Award winner, and an acclaimed actress earning her first Oscar nomination for (best supporting actress) for her performance in the blockbuster musical “Chicago”.  She is a savvy businesswoman and a fashion maven that continues to grace the red carpet with her fabulous style.  From her flawless makeup to her gorgeous gowns, Queen Latifah’s amazing style is consistently trendy, beautiful, polished and glamorous.  Queen Latifah represents for  "CURVY FASHIONISTAS" everywhere.  “All Hail to the QUEEN”

You can purchase  "Queen Latifah's - Exclusive Queen Collection" at hsn.  

http://www.hsn.com/shop/queen-collection-fashion/fa-8431

Queen Latifah’s Essence Style File   http://photos.essence.com/galleries/style-file-queen-latifah

 Are you wondering how to get the “QUEEN” fresh face look? 

Check out the “Queen Latifah Blast Collection Makeup Look”

http://www.covergirl.com/makeup-ideas/celebrity-makeup-looks/queen-latifah-blast-flipstick

Take a look at “Covergirl Queen Collection latest looks” & Queen Latifah's "Preferred Products" 

http://www.covergirl.com/covergirl-models/queen-latifah-makeup