The Beginning of Spring Break 2016

I'm not sure if Jacksonville got the memo but yesterday was the first day of Spring. I demand my warm weather. Like right now!

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SynSha' Fashions Motique One Year Anniversary & Pre V-Day Fashion Show

Owner of First Coast's first "Mobile Boutique" SynSha Richardson was such a ball of energy! Her curated pieces were sexy yet classy and very much on trend…

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Fall 2015 Ready-to-Wear x Christian Dior

The sleek side ponytail and liquid latex like footwear felt a little S&M to me. And those Mod bodysuits and shiny trench coats towards the end of the show also played on that factor.

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Wheat Free Wednesday: Van's Say Cheese! Crackers

I am trying so hard to minimize the number of processed foods in my home, but Van's Say Cheese! Crackers have already found a spot on that short list. I will even go as far to say that I love them 10 times more than...

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Make Up Declutter & Transitioning to Cruelty Free Cosmetics - Primers

What's different about this purge is that I want to support companies that don't test on animals. It's 2016 and I can't think of one logical reason why such practices should still occur.

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Rants & Ramblings: #TeacherLife, New Workout Routine, Natural Hair Woes & Possible Veganism

I'm tired as shit and I'm feeling quite overwhelmed. Two weeks ago I turned 29 years old. Grateful to see another year but I would have been even more grateful if I would have been able to stay home from work...

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Music Monday: "Hustlin'" - Rick Ross (2006)

Everyday I'm hustin'...literally. These long days of working study hall after school until 5:00 p.m. and then hitting the gym are leaving me quite exhausted...

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MUSIC MONDAY: "Signs" - Snoop Dogg Featuring Charlie Wilson & Justin Timberlake (2004)

I'm home sick today from work. Sore throat. Achy body. I feel like crap. However, I managed to crawl from under my mound of blankets to bring you all a song that always puts me in a good mood.

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Fall 2015 Ready-to-Wear x Chloe

The first two looks of this 45-piece collection made me anticipate a feminine touch to menswear. By look 5, I was much more excited for the more romantic, but structured, peasant looks.

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#117: 2016 is the Year of Less

2015 was quite a year for me. It took me a little time to adjusted to married life and living in Jacksonville, but I am so happy to say that what once felt new and out of place is now my new normal. This year I plan to have, use and eat a lot less of...well a lot of stuff. Let me explain.

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