Meet the Geniuses Behind Flont · The Hottest New Jewelry Innovation
By now you may have heard the rave about Flont in publications like Forbes, Vogue, and People. As a brand ambassador, what I love most about their platform is their accessibility and efficiency. More than that, I love their collection and this…
Where Focus Goes · Energy Flows ♥ Vision Driven by Juana Grant
It’s about taking the time to do what makes our souls happy ♥ to have courage and to be kind. We live in a world where too often, women degrade each other instead of respecting and empowering one another. On Aug…
When Nina Dobrev Plans an Ultimate Staycation with Reebok · Les Mills · and Me
Let’s be real — working out and staying fit doesn’t come easy. But like most great things in life, they’re earned. That’s why I got my ass proudly kicked by partnering with global sports brand Reebok and world leaders in…
A Women’s Movement in Tanzania Supporting Youth Education
Buy Jewelry for a Cause Upendo Jewelry and the Made by Maasai Shop There’s a bright girl named Rehema* who attends the 7th grade at O’Brien School for the Maasai, a primary school in Tanzania. She loves to read donated…
The Future is Female 🚺 Getting Personal with the Big Hair Girls
A look into the sister duo — Big Hair Girls — who’ve already made a strong statement in publications like Vogue and The New York Times! New York-based duo Big Hair Girls is made up of sisters Lizzy Lightyear and Venus. Two badass…
The Power of Unity in Color · The Brooklyn Edition
Last month, I participated in a beautiful movement with two of my favorite ladies → Negine Jasmine and Kenya Thomas for Unity in Color. Together we met a great number of likeminded creatives with the same vision for a better, more…
If Fine Jewelry Makes a Statement, Flont Is Like Your Golden Library
Don’t you wish you could have a different gem-encrusted statement piece for each big event on your calendar? Wouldn’t it be nice to have a vault full of fine jewelry to choose from? What if there was a way to…
Where the Elite Vacation in Manhattan · Lotte New York Palace
I spent my 30th birthday near the top of the World. Close to Central Park on Madison Avenue, in one of NYC’s most prestigious neighborhoods, resides the modern iteration of the historic Villard Mansion. This 1882 icon combined with the…
Beauty by Nature · a Look Into the Benefits of Essential Oils With Expert Amy Galper
Essential oils have been taking over my life and for good reasons too. The first week, returning back to the states, I was invited to Beauty by Nature which was put together by Art Naturals and hosted at the 1…
How-To Improve Your Skin, Diet, and Overall Health Like Maria Marlowe
Try something new! If you have ever considered changing your diet for the better, this girl is such an inspiration. Health and wellness guru, Maria Marlowe spoke at Rebecca Minkoff NYC Soho about ways to improve your skin, diet, and…
Helping Afghanistan ⋅ How You Too Can Get Involved
As a human being, I believe it’s our duty to help one another. We live in a world where access to education is more attainable — and in some ways, more advanced. Where talking to someone on the other side…
What You Need to Know When Traveling to Sannio, Italy · Tips from a Local
South of Italy is one of the most beautiful places. In this region, Campania breathes. Known for its ancient ruins and dramatic coastlines. The regional capital is Naples where you can find Vesuvius and the wonderful Amalfi Coast. Nestled and…
A Korean Beauty Routine Made Simple & With A Cause · Hello Purpletale
With my 30’s approaching, I have been a lot more mindful about the products I put on my skin. As I’m getting more exposed to beauty rituals, remedies, and routines. I never thought I’d see the day where I enjoy…
It’s Good to be Home Again ♥ Quotes to Inspire
Life takes you to unexpected places. Love brings you back home. Where we love is home – home that our feet may leave, but not our hearts. — Oliver Wendell Holmes, Sr. I just got home this week from Greece…
Being Honest With Myself on the 3rd Week at The Refugee Camps
Some days I dread going, and that’s in all honesty. I never know what to expect and the games are getting tiring. Disclosure: I wrote these as journal entries → turned into a series of articles. So please excuse the many…
The Good & Bad Endured at the Refugee Camps in Athens, Greece · What I Witnessed
As I committed to a 6 week journey, once I arrived → I soon realized, I was shielded from reality. No one could have prepared me to the things I became exposed to. No amount of research or information on…
Why I Hate the Word Refugee
Disclosure: I wrote these as journal entries → turned into a series of articles. So please excuse the many mentions of I, I, and I. The reason I did not share my experience sooner, is because there was a risk of…
❝ I Am a Refugee and I’m Celebrating International Women’s Day ❞ · in Athens, Greece
When you are struggling, and you start thinking about giving up, I want you to remember something that my husband and I have talked about–and that is the power of hope. The belief that something better is always possible if…
The Influence of Travel on Top Designers & Their Collections NYFW│FW17
When I first started covering fashion and dove into the NYFW scene — a question I always asked was… What inspires you? Often times, the answer lay in travels. Whether it was from their own heritage, homeland, or foreign destination…
Lisbon in a Day · A Traveler’s Wise Guide to Exploring Portugal’s Capital City
What makes it special: Lisbon is an incredible feeling. The city is full of history, culture, and beautiful architecture. The people are amongst the friendliest and the town is compact enough to see more than expected in a day. What…