Looking for a way to refresh your summer wardrobe? Ann Taylor’s extensive collection of silky shirts, with a number of patterns and colors to choose from, is just what you need!
Whether you’re off to a meeting or exploring the city for the day, a versatile silk shirt will make you look and feel confident. Embrace shades of summer and opt for peach or coral or make a statement with a floral or striped patterned silky shirt that will be sure to brighten up any summer ensemble.
We all know that Summer is the season to have fun in the sun and to look cool by the pool. But ladies, it’s time to be savvy with hydrating hair products in the season where you’re bound to do the most damage to your strands!
MacadamiaProfessional, RUSK, Cantu and Smooth‘NShine offer stellar treatments and masks that infuse moisture and ultra hydration to your hair, defend against the heat and chlorine and provide long lasting shine!
Smooth ‘N Shine Olive & Tea Tree RevivOil Deep Recovery Conditioner($1.99, Wal-Mart)
This little miracle packet is a must-have for damaged, over-processed hair. This lightweight formula, which includes a perfect balance of olive and tea tree oils, can be applied daily to rebuild strength, moisturize, and shine. The end result is healthy, recovered tresses.
This miracle mask is formulated for dry or coarse hair and is infused with 100% pure Argan Oil. Cantu Argan Oil Leave-In Conditioning Repair Cream stops and mends hair breakage while leaving hair soft, shiny, and manageable.
RUSK Deepshine Color Repair Restorative Masque ($15.00; ULTA)
This masque deeply penetrates the cuticle to help strengthen and repair damaged, stressed hair. Contains bio-marine ingredients and a patented UV-absorbing technology with antioxidant-rich vitamin E acetate to help shield hair color against damaging sun-generated free radicals, a leading cause of accelerated hair color fadage.
NEW! Macadamia Professional Ultra Rich Moisture Masque ($36.00; MacadamiaHair.com)
Macadamia Professional Ultra Rich Moisture masque provides nourishment to dry, damaged hair and strengthens the individual hair strands to help repair and defend against future damage. Hydration is locked in and hair is left healthy, shiny and restored. With Macadamia Oil, Argan Oil and Shea Butter this masque is great for coarse to coiled hair!
Are you ready for the 4th of July holiday weekend? Ann Taylor has just what you need – regardless if the weather is going to hold up for beach weather or not.
From a flattering bikini and shorts and tops that are an easy transition from day-to-night to grab-and-go dresses for the weekend bash – all the essentials fit right in your favorite weekend tote.
On Saturday, June 20, 2015 I was invited to take part in the grand re-opening event for PANDORA Towson Town Center. The event revealed their new store design which complimented the campaign, “Art of You.”
PANDORA’s “Art of You” campaign invites consumers to embrace the self-creator within and tell their unique life story. I was excited to attend the event because I am collector of PANDORA bracelets and charms. My bracelet (s) allow me to wear those memories daily. I also like the quality of their jewelry ranging from silver, gold, and diamond.
The event was also very informative. I received a store tour, viewed jewelry, and learned more about the company’s overall philsophy. Store associate (whose name was also Kim) shared their most popular ring this season due to Selena Gomez’s tweet:
I could not visit the PANDORA store without making a purchase for myself. I decided upon the Faith, Hope, and Lovecharm to compliment my silver bracelet. This particular charm’s symbolic to my life; Faith and Hope for all things possible while continuing to walk in a state of Love!
Polka dots! Add pieces from Ann Taylorsuch as an effortless maxi dress, romper or the perfect shirt of the peppy print to your wardrobe— big, small or mixed together, for a pop of fun this season!
Top off your polka-dotted ensemble with grab-and-go accessories, like a fedora or a bucket bag.
Enjoy this powerful photo of Baltimore Prosecutor, Marilyn Mosby featured in Vogue Magazine. Click here to read more on her feature: Meet Marilyn Mosby
“I’m not conflicted about charging these police officers. I believe in applying justice fairly and equally, and that is what our system is built upon. That is why I do what I do.” – from Marilyn Mosby via Vogue Magazine.
Model Selita Ebanks attended the Style Africa Gala on Saturday (June 22) in Los Angeles wearing Ashi Studio.
Selita Ebanks arrived wearing a white off- the -shoulder Ashi Studio gown, paired up with her box braids the look was pure perfection! Ebanks was being honored for her humanitarian efforts at the annual event.
Event Producer and Media Personality Kevin Lei is set to sponsor for its 3rd year, The “Platform: A Black Music Month Event”. Kevin Lei is the visionary of The Connection Network, a good-news media outlet based in the Baltimore-Washington Metropolitan Area.
This year’s event will take place on Tuesday, June 30, 2015 at Baltimore’s musical haven Mood Ultralounge @ 347, located at 347 N. Calvert Street, Baltimore, MD 21202, from 8-12midnight. The Platform: A Black Music Month Event is dedicated to showcasing the best in black music and artistry. This year’s performers include Stellar Award Winning Artist, Ms. Jessica Greene, International Recording Artist, Freedom Imani and National Recording Artists, April Hall and Christen B. The event will be co-hosted by National Playwright and Author, Crystal L. Bass, Executive Producer of America’s #1 hit stage play, “Ain’t No Love Like A Mother’s Love” and Media Personality, Rock Mitchell. This year’s 2015 Artist Achievement recipients will be multiple Stellar Award Winner and Grammy Nominated Artist, “The Princess of Praise and Worship”, Ms. Maurette Brown Clark and Nationally Hailed Legendary house DJ, DJ. Spen. “With the recent upheaval in our city, what better time than now to come together and celebrate the richness of our culture, our music, and those who have paved the way for us. I want this year’s black music month event to be reminiscent of attending a family reunion, where you see folks who you haven’t seen in a while, laugh until it hurts, enjoy feel good music, and socialize around tasty bites and delicious drink.” stated Kevin Lei, host of the Connection.
The Platform is one of the leading Black Music Month events in the city of Baltimore. Each year, we strive to give our audience an unparalleled evening of musical celebration. This year we are excited to honor and feature both established and emerging voices. To learn more about The Platform: A Black Music Month event or to purchase tickets log onto www.thecarrolltongroup.com – tickets will go on sale June 10th. The Platform: A Black Music Month event, will take place on Tuesday, June 30th at Mood Ultra Lounge @ 347, located 347 N. Calvert Street, Baltimore, MD 21202.
About The Platform:
A Black Music Month Event: Created in 2012, The Platform, A Black Music Month Event is an outlet for artists and black music lovers alike to gather and experience phenomenal music from new and established artists to celebrate Black Music Month. The Platform has worked with nationally acclaimed stars such as TV One R&B Diva Lil’ Mo (2012 Artist Achievement Award Recipient), BET Sunday Best and Stellar Award Winning Artist, Ms. Y’Anna Crawley (2013 Artist Achievement Award Recipient), Sony BMG – R&B Superstar, Paula Campbell (2013 Artist Achievement Award Recipient), and NAACP Image Award Winner, Ms. Sheri Booker (2012-2013 Host), along with other dynamic artists and musicians within the metropolitan area and abroad. The Platform: A Black Music artists and musicians.
With music festivals becoming increasingly popular and 70’s boho looks hitting the runway, it’s only natural to embrace your inner flower-child and indulge in some soft floral patterns. Ann Taylor is home to a number of floral pieces from dresses to cardigans, which are guaranteed to become a regular in your summer ensembles or opt for bolder pieces, such as a pair of floral shorts.
Savers Thrift Store opened in Owings Mills on Thursday, June 11, 2015. The store invited me to a sneak peek event on Tuesday, June 9 , 2015 and provided a gift certificate to jump-start my shopping spree.
The challenge was to see how far I could stretch the gift certificate at a thrift store. I love thrifting and finding quality items for a good price, so course I was up for the challenge! The store was decorated in true event style with balloons and associates helping shoppers.
Glitter Blouse Purchased from Savers
Savers was also well-organized and provided a great shopping experience. I found several items to enhance my summer wardrobe.
I like to mix low – end and high-end merchandise to create a unique style. For example, I would pair my louboutines with a lace skirt found at a local consignment shop. Fashion’s about self-expression and not the amount of money your spending.
Tangerine and Sea horse Shorts Purchased from Savers
To view more items at Savers visit my Instagram Account: kwest1908
As background if you’re not familiar, Savers is an international thrift retailer with more than 330 stores across the U.S. and Canada, and each store has more than 100,000 items on the sales floor at any given time and gets 5,000 new items every day.
It’s a perfect place to find quality items at low prices, especially if you’re shopping for clothing or home décor that can’t be found anywhere else. The new store is located at 9800 Reisterstown Road, Owings Mills, MD 21117.
Glitter Blouse and Denim Shorts Purchased from SaversBohemian Inspired Blouse Purchased from Savers
