Hello LeMahogany Readers! It's the first day of summer! I'm sure that vacations are planned, BBQ parties and pool parties are scheduled, beach days are set with the main objective of having: Fun in the Sun! Here are some Summer 2013 must do's and haves to make your summer one of the best, yet!
1. Get Some Fun Sunnies! Cat Eye and Mirrored Sunglasses!
Mirrored Sunglasses
'Gumpy the Cat ' Style Sunnies
2. Hydrate with tasty Ice Cubes!
Mint & Lime Juice Cubes. Your Ice tea or water will never be the same!
3. Befriend Summer Stripes!
Fun Stripes!
4. Got some summer time! Volunteer!
Whether its at a homeless shelter, senior center, animal rescue center or tutoring your time is needed this summer!
So DO something to help someone else other than yourselves!
5. Summer Reading is a must!
Books!
Whether its fashion books, autobiography, fiction or for self improvement summer reading is a must! Turn off the TV and turn on with a book. LeMahogany Summer reading 2013 list coming soon! Check out last years' Lemahogany's summer '12 reading list : SU' Reading 2012
6. Dance..... particularly to Daft Punk (#thankmelater)
Crank your favorite summer jams and let yourself go for a bit! Have a dance party moment or two!
7. Bright Neon Satchels! You will never lose your purse again!
Great to carry! I'm becoming an over the shoulder strap purse carrying kind of gal! And they keep you organized many have different compartments to put you stuff in.
8. Enjoy Summer Life! For those who are live in the Northeast of the United States...we are lucky to get a good at least three months of Summer Sun, so ENJOY it!
You only get one! Make time for the ones you love!
9. Braid it up!
Fishtail it, box it, braid it, plait it...no matter how you twist and turn your hair, its the summer look! (that's me on the lower right)
10. Get a great sandal heel after a great pedi of course!
I am loving the simplistic ankle strap heel right now. So elegant on and dresses up anything you wear.
So there you have it! Top 10 Summer Essentials! Have a safe and fun summer!
Three words: The Beyonce Bowl. What a show, what a show indeed! This is a performer. A true entertainer. Say what you want about lip singing and all that ridiculousness but you really can not say she did not show stop everything. Literally. The power going out in the Super Dome I still believe was her.
Five reasons why I loved the Beyonce Bowl.
1. Women Power!
The "you go girl" mentality in an a final showdown of one of the most male dominated sport of football is priceless. Including Alicia Keys, Jennifer Hudson and Destiny's Child I enjoyed every bit of their performances.
2. What a Band! The Sugamama's were hittin'. All women, all rocking out to the best! Awesome.
3. As in DC 3! Looked amazing!
4. The Stage set and props were awesome! When the hair moved I shrieked a little.
5. Beyonce's energy was electric! Goosebumps and all. There's no denying her talent and performance skills!
She came, she delivered and she conquered. The Best Superbowl Ever! #BeyonceBowl
This weekend I woke up with the question of what a LeMahogany Man would look like? This is a very challenging question because I honestly do not know. Handsome and strong are give ins but....how would he dress, his style? As I work on perfecting my Men Illustrations I decided to do some inspiration seeking. I am huge fan of Ozwald Boateng and finally had gotten a chance to watch is documentary entitled "A Man's Story" It's a great documentary and recommend it to anyone who doesn't know about him as an amazing British Menswear Designer and Artist.
As I continue to scourer GQ Magazines and other Menswear websites and blogs for inspiration of the LeMahogany Man..I have the ask another question is The Dapper making a come back for 2013?
Gold Accessories with Emerald pieces = Perfection!
The official color of 2013 according to Pantone is Emerald (Emerald 17-5641). The Pantone group described it as 'Lively, Radiant and Lush'. I could not agree more. The color Emerald has a great energy to it and its also my birthstone :). I see myself incorporating some Emerald color pieces in my wardrobe this spring season.
Viola Davis at the 84th Academy Awards
When I think of the color Emerald what came to mind was Viola Davis at the 84th Academy Awards and how divine she looked. She was glowing in the Emerald Vera Wang. She looked absolutely radiant at last years award show and with her natural cropped hair: this was a winning combination of beauty and elegance.
You were good. No, you were a great year for me. I personally deem you as the year of change. Many lessons learned as life always serves and because of you (2012) I am a better woman because of them. I examined what I had tolerated for so long. Some friendships lost but I gained valuable and amazing ones mid year. Discovering the value of my art and my craft and how it affects others all around the world. My re-connection with my other side of my family has filled a void that I've missed and longed for. I love getting to know my ancestry history and where I actually came from. I no longer feel lost. I know why I am the way that I am. When you can stand firm on your values, know your history, know your beliefs and your spirituality, you are truly a powerful person. I am not trying to sound like I am so 'Enlightened' that I am not human but, 2012 thanks to you my 2013 can only get better for me. Also, discovered that FEAR IS A BIG, FAT LIAR.
Many talk about New Years resolutions but, I'm not that traditional anymore. It's never worked for me in the past so I choose to do a different 'resolution'. It's called "The Act of Now". I stopped talking so much future and started talking now. I pray for patience as I continue my journey and have the confidence to know that through God anything is possible. God may not answer when you want him to but, he's ALWAYS on time. So, I am continuing my journey of life on the path where the light shines and look to HIM for the answers because you and I both know man (meaning the human race) may not have your best intentions at heart. My spirit of intuition is stronger, my mind set is changed for the better, my heart is ready to receive and I am ready to give and bless others no matter how big or small.
So, thank you 2012 and tell your brother 2013 I will see him soon.
New York City Penthouse Background. 6 Microphone stands. 5 Guys and Beyonce in a Black Leotard. Medal-Adorned Military Cap. With New Edition Dance Moves.
Stamp of Approval from Le Mahogany Fashionista. Just a sneak peek full video premier next week. :0)
"Did you see the video?" "Girl, did she have work done on her nose?" "I know she got a boob job" "She looks lighter than usual?" "I hate that song." "She's gone crazy" "She looks okay." "Why did she look like that?" "I loved it." "I love anything she does"
Those are just some of the comments I heard as I was getting my hair done at my favorite hair salon. Of course I was one of the ones that watched it online right when Beyonce's new video premiered. When I saw it for the first time, I had to see it for a second time and then a third and a fourth due to the overload of amazing dancing and.....its freakin' Beyonce people!!! She is truely one of my girl crushes and my mouth dropped open from all the mouth watering designers she was wearing. I recognized three designers she was wearing right of the bat:
Alexander McQueen +Beyonce and her female army. Sic (that's a good thing)
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