Harem Kite

Hello All,

It has been such a long time. I wanted to give you a quick update as to what's going on with me.

First, I'm still designing original garments. That will never change. I'm always looking for design inspiration, whether it's outside, our on Pinterest. Recently, I designed these Harem kite pants for myself.

I have designed these pants before (class and family/friends), people love them. They're cute, comfortable, and stylish. They're easy to throw on and go about your day.  I did not have any black fabric at the time, so I used this colorful knit. The next pair of pants I make like this will be either black or gray.

Second, I'm moving to Dallas, TX!! I just received a job as an Adjunct Professor. I will be teaching sewing and fashion illustration classes. I'm so excited about this position, and new venture in my life. Its funny becauseDallas was not a city on my list for me to live and work, but God had other plans for me. I'm still thanking Him for this opportunity because it would not have been possible without Him.

I just want to leave you with this quote that I found on Instagram.

Go after your dream, and work hard at it. Never let anyone tell you that you CAN'T do anything. You can do whatever you set your mind to do.

Until Next Time!

Fashion Inspiration

Hello All,

It feels good to blog and talk about fashion design again. I have been looking for more design inspiration for designs I want to create for myself.  Here are the pictures and the places where I found them.

www.iamsadiddy.com

Pinterest

Pinterest

Pinterest 

TrendHunter (Fashion)

TrendHunter (Fashion)

TrendHunter (Fashion)

I am currently working on a pattern to make draped harem pants. I will post pictures.

Until Next Time!!

Physicians Formula Sexy Booster Va Va Voom Volume Mascara

Hello All,

In case you don't remember, I am a Style Ambassador for Harper's Bazaar magazine.  As a Style Ambassador, not only do I get the opportunity to attend major events and test new products.  I have tested the Olay Regenerist Luminist Tone Perfecting Cream, and now I get to test the Physicians Formula Sexy Booster Va Va Voom Volume Mascara (that's a lot to say).

The mascara came yesterday (5/13/14) and this is how it is packaged:

 

When I take a product out of its package, I immediately start inspecting it.  This is how it looks outside of its packaging:

 

I like the heel pendant

LOVE the bristles!

 

 I start using the mascara right away, and I fell in love with it. 

 

with makeup

 

without makeup

 

 

I have never really been a fan of mascara.  I started wearing it almost regularly a couple of years ago, and the mascara that I would usually choose is either Meet Mark or New York Color.  The Sexy Booster Va Va Volume Mascara is my new favorite mascara.  Although I have only been using this mascara for a day, it is my favorite for the following reasons:

• It smells like vanilla.  I have never had mascara that smelled so delicious!
• The bristles glide on very easily
• This mascara is clump free!!
• Whether you are wearing makeup or not, this mascara gives your lashes instant volume
• It lasts 24 hours

This is my first time ever using a product from Physicians Formula, and I love it.  Physicians Formula, you now have a new customer.

 

Until Next Time!



50s Style Full Circle Skirt

Hello All,

Lately, I have been busy creating a 50s style circle skirt for myself.  I have always wanted one of these skirts (also known as the skater skirt and the full "midi" skirt), and I am happy that I created one for myself.  I had to take many breaks to complete it (woven fabrics are not as easy to sew as knit), but I completed it in time for my sister's graduation.

As a fashion designer, I have to say that it can be challenging creating an illustration, flats, pattern, and sewing a garment, but I love what I do, and I would not change it for anything.

Pattern

Cut

Sewing

Now, I introduce to you, my 50s style full circle skirt, designed by yours truly.

Until Next Time!!

Chima + Rose

Hello All,

I know.....it has been a while since my last post.  I had to take another hiatus to regroup.  I am back and ready to talk to you all again.

It is May, and it is time to look for Mother's Day and graduation gifts, which is perfect for that fashionista in your life!  One website to look for that special gift is Chima + Rose, an online boutique that carries uniquely designed handbags, clutches, apparel, and accessories, all created and designed by my friend, Nnebuchi Nwankwo.

Handbags

Zulu

 



 

Leather shoulder bag with four stylish utility straps for versatile comfort

Clutches

Ij

 



 

Oversized leather clutch with a top zip closure

 

Tops

Imo Crop Top

 





 

Knit scoop neck crop top with signature graphic print

Dresses

 

Imo Base Dress



 

Knit tank dress with signature graphic print

 

 

You can browse, or buy, exclusively from the website, www.chimaandrose.com.

 

*P.S.  Nnebuchi, please tell me where you found the jewelry on your site!  I want it!!

 

Until Next Time!

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Hello All,



I have just entered into the largest business plan competition. This is perfect for me to get my fashion label started. Wish me luck!



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Rest In Peace L'Wren Scott

Hello All,

I had just awaken from a nap, and started browsing the nominees for the CFDA Awards when I saw a post from Harper's Bazaar titled, "Remembering Designer L'Wren Scott".  I clicked on the link, and was shocked to find out the former model/ fashion designer, and girlfriend of rocker, Mick Jagger, had passed away on yesterday, March 17, from an apparent suicide, according to CNN.

 

Scott, who was born Laura "Luann" Bambrough, was spotted by photographer Bruce Weber at a Calvin Klein photoshoot.  After modeling for several years, she became a stylist and costume designer before designing her own fashion label. 

 

Her celebrity clientele includes the following:

• Mick Jagger (she created many looks for the Rolling Stones 50th Anniversary tour)
• Madonna
• Allison Williams
• Christina Hendricks
• Penelope Cruz
• Sarah Jessica Parker
• Nicole Kidman, and many others

I knew of the designer from reading various issues of Harper's Bazaar Magazine.  She was a very talented designer with a beautiful spirit.

 

I will leave you with looks from Scott's S/S 2014 collection, Tagasode, and some of her looks worn by some of her celebrity clientele.

 

Tagasode

 

 

Celebrities Wearing L'Wren Scott

 

 

 

 

 

 



 

Rest In Peace L'Wren Scott.  You will be forever missed.

 

Until Next Time!