New posts

Hey guys, I know this blog has been lacking lately; and thats only because I've been focusing more on my "fashion" blog lol. Check out whats going on over at My Designer Dreams . From photo shoots to fashion events in the city, it's all there

Peace

I've been creating

Check out my DIY leather cuff. Inspired by the one from Celine's Spring 2012 Ready to Wear Collection

What do you think?

Out and About Part 2

Another evening of running around the city of DC attending these Fashion events, networking and such. Check out these great pics form Katie of Go Kate Shoot

 

With Elise of It's Vintage Darling, and Desiree of Fashion Empowering Women

Taken outside of The Big Board on Hst

Qream: For Sisters Only

This past Saturday, I had the pleasure of working my first event as a "Promotional Model" a new part time job of mine. The event was the annual For Sisters Only which was held in DC at the Washington Convention Center. I was a "Qream Girl" lol, and if you don't know, Qream is Pharrell's new liquor which came out about two months ago. Qream comes in two flavors, strawberry and peach with wonderful fruity and vanilla cream notes, silky and smooth in texture. Women love it, we got some great feed back from the ladies at For Sisters Only.

For my first time I was told I did a really great job. I had a great time, but I will never wear thos 6.5 inch heels to do a job again.. (Thats probably a lie though lol)

My Designer Dreams

Hey guys, I've got quite a bit of updates on my "fashion blog" go check it out. I update way more there than I do here. Read, follow, comment, and enjoy

My Designer Dreams

Out and About

A few snaps of myself and friends out and about at some great events in DC

Gianni Imani and I at the X Rated Fusion Event hosted by Necole Bitchie

Had so much fun, and that liquor is better than nuvo haha

(My hair looks a little crazy? lol whatever)

Me at the ReadySetDC Designer meet and greet. Saw a bunch of familiar faces, always a good thing

Sauciety American Grill & Saving Promise EVENT for Domestic Violence Awareness Month W/ KAS Wine/Cogna​c Tasting

If you are in the DMV area and are looking for something to do next week why not check this out. Supporting a great cause, you get to taste the new Fall menu at the Sauciety American Grill, a great restaurant located at the wonderful Westin Hotel at the National harbor. Along with the tasting menu you also get to taste "Celebrity Jazz" Cognac and our KAS Wine's as well.

If you love food, a nice crowd, live music, and suporting a great cause. Then this event is for you.

Check the flier for ticket purchasing

Photo of the Day

My Gosh!

Mila & Fire

New photos from a recent shoot for Mila & Fire Vintage. My hair is Genie Locked up (Yarn braids) If you want to achieve this hair style and reside in the DC Maryland area shoot me an email =)

Make sure you check out their site here for all your great hand picked vintage and contemporary finds

Photo of the Day

one shot of many from my shoot with Dwayne of Magnetic Images Photography

My other "Job" The Model

This past Saturday I had the pleasure of shooting with Photographer Dwayne of Magnetic Images. We got some WONDERFUL beauty head shots. I love them, can't wait for you guys to see the final results.

I was one of 6 models he shot this day.. Had so much fun on set and the MUA went OFF on my face lol

The Naturaliste Feature

Yay good news.. The Lovely Yirssi of The Naturaliste has featured me on her site with a number of other amazing Natural Haired Bloggers.

Many thanks to her. Check out the interview here, and make sure you frequent her site for great natural hair information

Essence.com Street style

Look guys, I was featured in the street style section of Essence Mag online. Photo taken outside of the Lincoln Center durning NYFW

Girl Crush!!

Last weekend I was in NY for NYFW(eekend) as my girl Dana said lol

This photo was taken after the Eva Minge after party.. I was like "OMG do you know who this is!" Trippin

I would loooove to intern for her.. I feel like I could learn SO much

Tumbling

I'm on Tumblr now guys. www.mydesigner-dreams.tumblr.com

whats yours?

Madame's Room

Her version of Drake's "Marvin's Room" premiered this past Thursday and I love it. This woman is an amazing songwriter doing great things in Miami, and I am super proud of her.

Friends like this motivate you. Check out her video

you can also download the track HERE

What's Your Story?

So today I had a slight convo with a friend of mine's coworker; a young man basically stating that the reason women go natural is much deeper than just deciding to stop chemically processing their hair. To a certain extent I agree with him, and then you have some women who do if for that reason, and that reason alone. All stories are different and all women go natural for different reasons. So for my natural haired readers, and even those contemplating the transition to natural what is your story? Why did you decide to go natural, or why are you thinking about going natural now?

Looking forward to your responses =)

Support the Creative

Hey Guys... so if you look the right you will see a new "Donate" button. I have a lot of art I want to create and share with you guys, and those who donate get a free piece. I can't give away all the goods as to what it is I will be making but just know its wall art and I'm sure Fashion lovers will appreciate it =)

Photo of the Day

First look from my recent photo shoot with my photographer friend Dizzy. You like?

"Moves like Jagger"

my new favorite song? I love Maroon 5

Productivity

Today was a great day. I got up left the house and shot with my great photographer friend Dizzy; 2 locations, and 2 outfits. I'm happy with the turnout and can't wait to see the edited photos. During my outfit change I helped a little girl wash her hands.. felt like a big sister or something lol. Then I gave some great natural hair care advice. I aspire to inspire. Hope you guys had a great productive day.

Dont laugh at my bathroom pic or the face I'm giving or trying to give LOL. I like it

Happy Monday

Model Mayhem

I joined the site Model Mayhem like 2 days ago now and I have witnessed a lot of great photographers, models who's work is amazing.. But I have also seen the TERRIBLE lol I'm just like wow and in AWE right now..

Lets see where this takes me as far as modeling is concerened lol

Update

Working hard, trying to stay focused on the big picture. I have a lot in the works.. in my head lol, I just need to set goals and meet them. I'm very big on self motivation and doing things to better yourself and propel yourself forward in whatever it is you want to do with your life... Giving myself daily pep talks lol...

Anyway, I'm working on some accessories(bracelets to be exact), designing for House of Kas (Now Lead Assistant Designer), updating my fashion blog My Designer Dreams (I'd like to revamp the layout with some help), and possibly dabbling in some video where I talk about my outfit for that day..so on and so forth blah blah blah lol

All the while looking for a more stable job to bring in the amount of income I need to help make some of these things possible, and to pay some bills, move out.. Story of a struggling creative.

How is everyone doing?

Newness

Super Newness over at my Fashion Blog.. Stylized Interviews with Hayden Williams, and DaShawn Washington, pics of my original designs for House of Kas walking down the runway and more..

Like pics from this photo shoot

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The Snakeskin ManiPedi

I was watching E news one day and this new pedi cought my attention.. INTERESTING

Created by Terri Silacci, she uses actual snakeskin sheddings

Photo of the Day

The hair, the freckles, the skin. Love

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What a Weekend

This past weekend was HUGE. Full of running around, fitting models, approving hair and make up, yelling at ppl lol.

The House of Kas Anniversary Fashion Show has been by far the biggest fashion show I have worked on thus far. People are always calling me "Baby Kas" and I really do feel like that lol. I got some great news, cried, got stressed a little bit, cried some more lol, didn't get any sleep really.. This is my life

"The Dream Team" aka Kas Collection Design team. Myself, Meghan, Shantell and we are missing Aisha she stayed home to finishe sewing two dresses. She's great =)

Emore J Couture and I

The view from my room at the Gaylord

Experiencing DC

Last Thursday I had the opportunity to shoot for Mwari Magazine showcasing Newly Renovated Designs, and as usual I had a blast. I don't say I'm a model, maybe I should start? Idk lol.. But moving along; our meeting locations was Sova Expresso and Wine located on Hst NE in DC. This place is so cute, they have great pinnini's and the humus.. AMAZE..

Check it out..

This upstairs area gave a really nice vintage artsy vibe, old tables and chairs.. even an old chest was used as a bench, very creative.. And I loved the art work on the walls

Mwari Mag staff interviewing the creator of Newly Renovated DaShawn.. can't wait till you guys see the pics from the shoot! I'll be posting them over at My Designer Dreams

Look who dropped by

While at work Saturday Marsha Ambrosious stopped by to shop.. and I got a photo yay lol. I love this womans voice, she is so talented.

The Butters!!

Browsing BGLH and I came across this HILARIOUS video. Def a must watch lol

Snap, Snap

More behind the scenes shots from my shoot with Roy Cox for up and coming artist Savon Teal. I had a blast during this shoot, and the actual shots are HOT

Photo of the Day

I mean, you know... just cause. This picture is awesome

The Fresher the Better

This past weekend I had the BEST foodie experience at this new Italian Pizzeria at the National Harbor called Fiorella.

The ingredents were FRESH and delicious.. I'm talking, cream mozzarella, heirloom tomatoes, prosciutto, arugala, balsamic vinegarette, and shaved parmesan cheese

If you are ever in the area go here and get anything off the menu. It was my first time but I WILL be back.. do you see how fresh this looks?!? OMG lol

Photo of the Day

I know, I know.. It has been too long, but im back. Did a photo shoot last tuesday at Roy Cox studio's cant wait to see the real shots. I had so much fun.. The MUA called me Granny Gaga LOL

Slacking

Yes, yes, I know I've been gone for what seems like forever..

Just moved into a house with my mom and brother and we don't have any internet yet =(

I miss you guys lol.. How has everyone been?

Funniest thing EVER.. and cute too

I DIED LMBO you have to watch this
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Mila & Fire

Last week I had the opportunity to shoot for Mila and Fire Vintage online boutique.. The photos came out great, and I've been getting a lot of love from people on twitter lol.

Guess you can add freelance model to my resume too huh haha.. Check out some of the pics

Love it? Shop Mila & Fire Vintage here

4All Fashion Show 2011

So.. here is another post about the fashion show I was in two Saturday's ago which received a review on The Gallant.. you can check it out here

This shot was taken during our opening scene.. My lips look HUGE omg that Nicki Minaj Barbi Doll Pink is NOT for me lol.. looks like i'm poking my lips out and I am not.. eh *shrug*

My Designer Dreams

Reminder!!

Hey Lovely People, I hope you haven't forgotten about my Designer, Style, Fashion Blog

My Designer Dreams

It focuses more on my style, my steps towards becoming the designer I want to be, upcoming fashion events and more. I'm working towards incorporating other interesting things as well. So if you like this blog and follow it, please follow my other one as well pretty please! LOL

Thats all, just a quick PSA if you will haha

Yes FACE Yes HAIR

Last Saturday I participated in a Fashion show.. Lots of fun

AdrEnaline High music pumping and so was I lol. But enough of that, check out the pics of my girl Dana I snapped behind the scenes. The outfit was from our opener, and I loooved it

That purple glitter lip was EVERYTHING