OOTD: Glam Duo

Outfit Of  The Day:  

Glam

Floral Suit: Asos

Crop Top: Ebay

Chain: Ebay

Shoes: Aldo

Finally, I've had a Sunday to myself. I have been extremely busy and "relaxed" Sundays haven't come by so easily. Being able to sleep in on Sunday was a blessing. Energized, I decided to play dress up! Thankful to my friend, Danielle Smithen, she entrusted me to style her. The theme was "Glam with a modern twist."

Model: Danielle Smithen

Coat: Nordstorm

Crop Top: Forever 21

Belt: Nasty Gal

Pants: Thrift Store

Shoes: J C Penny

STYLED BY YOURS TRULY! :)

Purple Lipstick,

Jode-Leigh Nembhard

Versace! Versace! Versace!

M.I.A. is just so cool. She's so smart! Her music videos are always well thought out and always something to look forward to. 

So, when I heard that M.I.A. was thinking about doing a collection, I knew immediately it was going to be dope. Two weeks ago I was so excited to hear that her collection had finally hit stores! 

I love the thought process behind this collection. The way M.I.A. came up with this collection is so clever. She turned "bootleg street wear" to a full blown collection. When interviewed by WWD, M.I.A said, "When I was contacted by Versace, it seemed a great idea to invert the circle. Versace's designs have always been copied, now it's Versace that copies the copies, so those that copy must copy the copies. So this will continue."

That's a dope concept!

Jode-Leigh,

Purple Lipstick

OOTD: Tuesday Black Affair

I've decided to play dress up yesterday. I enjoyed a lovely weekend with my girlfriends. It was nice to relax before embarking on the notorious week ahead of me. Is it Friday yet?  

Well, to get these shots was hard work. I’m no photographer! I couldn’t find my tripod so I had to use my piano and angle the camera right, put the timer on and then run into position for the picture. I laughed at myself at times, but it was all fun!

Well, check out my OOTD below!

Vest: Urban Outfitters

Dress: Thrift Store

Shoes: Asos

Jode-Leigh,

Purple Lipstick

Style Post: Beyoncé

Social media is something else. Now, you can see about everything a celebrity does thanks to Tumblr, Twitter, Instagram and Facebook. We don't really need the Paparazi to give us the latest news. Honestly, if you go through social media, it's extremely easy to get access to celebrity news. When Beyoncé showed her pixie cut for the first time, it was through Instagram that she broke the news. North West, Kim and Kanyé's first born was photographed and shown to the world through Instagram.

I've noticed that a lot of celebrities that usually are guarded about their lives are now opening up through social media. Beyoncé again is a prime example. In the past she has been extremely private. Now she has her own Tumblr which she posts regularly and she actually uses her Instagram. She's even opening up through her wardrobe. It's a lot edgier than previous years and I actually do copy some of Beyoncé's outfits which I wouldn't have done years back. 

I love that she switched her hair up. The bob isn't original, but she rocks it well! I'm loving this side of Beyoncé.

Beyoncé is making motherhood look fashionable!

Jode-Leigh,

Purple Lipstick

NYFW: Victoria Beckham 2014 Spring Collection

Who isn't in love with David Beckham? He is gorgeous! But as the expression goes, "Behind every good man is a great woman." Victoria Beckham has shown the world that she is that great woman behind David. They are truly a power couple! 

Victoria Beckham has done it again! Her Spring Collection wooed everyone present at her fashion show this week. I envy everyone that had the chance to glimpse at this collection. Victoria has proven herself in the fashion world and has created a name for herself a midst David Beckham.

       

Lucky spectators such as Anna Wintour and Rachel Zoe were present at the show in the front row. What captured my attention weren't these fashionistas, but supportive husband, David and little Harper. The photograph of David and his daughter supporting Victoria warmed my heart. How cute!

Two days ago Victoria was spotted wearing her favourite frock from this collection. I'm in love with this 1960's inspired dress.

Kudos Victoria!

Jode-Leigh,

Purple Lipstick 

Miley Cyrus Inspired OOTD

I decided to play dress up yesterday! My awesome friend who is killing the game with his videos came over from Atlanta, so I had to get him to do a video for me. We did a OOTD concept and he did an amazing job! He taught me a few things, so for upcoming videos I think I’ll be straight… well, let’s hope!

Check out my Miley Cyrus inspired OOTD!

Jode-Leigh,
Purple Lipstick

Solange Live in Toronto

Going to school in Huntsville can have its perks, but it definitely has its downfalls. I’m always missing my favorite singers when they come into town! Every time a favorite singer of mine visits Toronto, I’m in Huntsville at school. One of the things on my to do list for this summer was to make up for lost time. So, when I heard Solange was coming to Toronto, I had to purchase a ticket to her concert, right then and there.I have been a true fan of Solange since 2003 and never turned back. Not only is she my birthday buddy, since our birthdays are three days apart, but I genuinely love her music, the way she embodies life and of course her eccentric style.

I truly had a blast on Saturday night. Solange entered on stage looking dope with her long braids and a tribal print suit.To start the  concert off, she did a rendition of “His Eye Is On The Sparrow,” dedicated to Trayvon Martin and the verdict of “not guilty” that surfaced around that time. Then, she went on to one of my faves, “T.O.N.Y.“ She sang three of my faves in between such as: ‘”Losing You,” “Lovers In A Parking Lot,” and “Sandcastle Disco.” At the end, she ‘punked’ me because she said, “goodnight” but clearly forgot to sing my absolute fave, “I Decided.” She then came back on stage and ended the concert right! Saturday night will be a night to remember. I’m super stocked that I finally got to see Solange live in concert!

Solange singing one of my faves, "Lovers In A Parking Lot" 

Solange singing, "Locked In Closets"

       

          Snippet of Solange dancing to, "Losing You"

Do you hear my voice in the background? lol 

Solange ending it off right with "I Decided"

Jode-Leigh,
Purple Lipstick