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Friday, November 1, 2013

Memo 097: I Pity the Fool!

To: All

From: Me

Date: November 1, 2013

Subject: HUHC Outfit Recap: The Tailgate
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Oh hey, November! Seriously? I can't even handle it.

So, to say that I may have overpacked for Howard University's homecoming last weekend is an understatement. I had more luggage for three days in DC than I did for 10 days in Europe! But I'm serious.

I wore this look on Saturday to the official HU Homecoming tailgate. I know what you're thinking. There were no less than 3,000 people at this tailgate. Just take my word for it. It was a complete spectacle.

There's a lot of standing and walking at the tailgate, so flat shoes were a must and I brought my favorite (read: only) pair of comfy Hunter boots!

This look has an air of Mr. T. swag to it and I like it!

Coat: Zara, Dress: River Island, Tights: Forever 21, Boots: Hunter

Necklaces: Melody Ehsani and ASOS, Rings: H&M and ASOS, Bracelets: BCBG, ASOS and H&M, Sunglasses: Marni for H&M

Coat: Zara, Dress: River Island, Tights: Forever 21, Boots: Hunter

Thursday, October 3, 2013

Memo 088: First Look

To: All

From: Me

Date: October 3, 2013

Subject: Shoot w/Elton Anderson
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The week before last, my very talented and equally ridiculous photographer friend, Elton Anderson, called me on a Thursday requesting to do a shoot on the following Tuesday. Wait, what?!

I had to repeatedly remind him model, I am not. More importantly, I take my own photos and I'm not used to other people being around when I shoot. "Elton, I take like 250 shots and end up with maybe 12 that actually look okay."

It sent me into a MAJOR internal freak out session as he wanted to shoot 5 - 10 looks! "Elton, that's a MONTH's worth of blog entries!" After a little negotiation, we decided on 3 - 5 looks. This is the first.

Life lesson: Sometimes an opportunity can come along and you may not feel prepared for it. Do it anyway. The point may not be to be comfortable and prepared but to stretch you a little to help you grow.

Check out Elton's other work here: http://eltonanderson.com

Blazer: Parker, Dress: River Island, Shoes: Christian Louboutin
Photography: Elton Anderson

Clutch: H&M
Photography: Elton Anderson

Blazer: Parker, Dress: River Island, Shoes: Christian Louboutin
Photography: Elton Anderson

Wednesday, May 1, 2013

Memo 058: May Flowers

To: All

From: Me

Date: May 1, 2013

Subject: First Day of May

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I am literally taken aback at the speed at which these months fly by!

Especially when May sneaks up on me. It's my birthday month and it has become a check in point with myself. The more I question where I am in life, the more that I realize that I am exactly where I am supposed to be.

Instead of beating myself up about what I haven't done since last May, I'll reflect here on what I have done:

Traveled to Barcelona, Rome, Paris and the Dominican Republic
Experienced the best and worst (yes both!) 5-month reflection period of my entire life
Started this awesome blog called The Werk! Place
Conducted my first media coverage at the MIM Rocks Fashion Show
Took a wine tour in Napa Valley
Served as a Bridesmaid in my BFFs wedding
Witnessed one of my favorite linesisters/friend get married
Hosted my first baby shower
Started a new job (same company) with an awesome schedule
Took ski lessons in Lake Tahoe
Went to my first Phoenix Sun's Game
Created my 2nd Vision Board
Finally, closed the door to some feelings that should have left long ago.
More importantly, I've grown.