Last week, my family and I laid my aunt Darlene to rest and it was one of the hardest goodbyes I’ve endured since 2014! My aunt was like part mother, part Auntie, a mentor, and a little bit of a homegirl all rolled into 1! She was an amazing person! Kind, funny, wise, resourceful, giving, […]
The Face of e.dele: 2018 Model Search
Hey loves!!! So recently it was officially announced that I was one of the brand ambassadors for an amazing brand, e.dele!!! E.dele (pronounced ee-duh-lee), is a new jewelry and accessories business with some of the most trendy, amazing, statement pieces at phenomenal prices! E.dele is looking to add 2 more brand ambassadors to the team, […]
Dreaming BIG in Chicago
Fearlessly and comfortably I walked into this beautiful venue space (Venue Six10) sitting directly on Michigan Avenue that held the 2nd annual Dream Big: Curvy Girl Fashion and Beauty Conference. Strutting my curves, I walked off the elevators on the 10th floor and knew I was where I belong. Beautiful plus size women from all […]
Naturally Jorrie on the runway!!!
You read that right!!! Little me has mustered up enough courage to put myself and my clothes on a runway!!! Late March, (with the help of a friend) I convinced myself to participate in the Style Rivals competition in Chicago , IL as a stylist/designer and it was definitely a one of a kind experience. […]
Atleast 10K A Day
It’s the 1st of May and if I can be completely transparent I haven’t even begun with my “New Resolution” of losing weight. And I’m not beating myself up about it either. The past few months have been a little chaotic and there is simply not enough time in a day. But in the midst […]
#OOTD Deets on my UNDER $20 outfit!!!!
Happy New Year love bugs!!! It’s been far too long and we definitely have some catching up to do! There has been some new things happening and goals are being met, but that’s another blog post that will be coming soon! As I impatiently wait for summer, I figured I’d make the best out of […]
#ConfidenceCheck Get out of your OWN way!
I ran across this meme/pic on Instagram and it gathered me real quick because I was guilty of the truth it spoke. As I sat and read it, shame came over me instantly, and I was immediately reminded of the weaknesses that I constantly prayed for deliverance from. Here I was just last year (and […]
Diary of a Dope Artist’s Muse: Fishnets, Lace, and Fur
The creative’s mind is both remarkable and indescribable…….simple yet complex. The beauty of such raw, God given talent should never go unnoticed or ever be underappreciated, but in some instances it does. Fortunately, I have had the pleasure of not only knowing one of these amazing, creative beings, but I’ve also been blessed to bounce […]
#ThriftyThursdays
Many who know me know that I am a proud thrifter! It’s just something about finding amazing things in good and sometimes new condition for little to nothing that gets me excited! In most cases depending on the area where you thrift you may find some serious brand names for just a few bucks! Which […]
When the sun’s out, bring the legs out! #OOTD
The sun showed us love in ChiTown this weekend! Because of its quick appearance we experienced some really nice high 70 degree weather in the middle of October! I mean the sun brought some of everything out including these rhino legs of mine!!! That’s right, your girl oiled these beautiful, thick, brown, legs up and […]