The Myths and Facts About Palm Oil
The older I get, the more aware I am of my eating habits. While trying to transition into a healthier lifestyle, I understand it’s not just about what I’m eating but where and how my foods are grown. Since I…
2016 Travel Guide to Hyde Park in Poughkeepsie // a Journey Through the Lifestyles of the Roosevelts’ & Vanderbilts’
I’ve been getting a lot of questions about weekend getaways and day trips from my East Coast doosts, so I’ve teamed up with the Dutchess Tourism board to bring you some great specials, tips, and so much more! In the…
My Favorite Met Gala Fashion Styles // See Who Wore What
This years Met Gala 2016 theme was futuristic fashion — Manus x Machina: Fashion in an Age of Technology. If the Met Gala thought me anything about the future its that style comes in gold, metallics, nudes, and silvers. Beyoncé…
Where Is Your Style From? Indonesian Fashion in the Streets of New York
I feel very connected to my Middle Eastern and Asian roots ♥ my advice is to always be proud of where you come from — it shapes and defines you in so many ways. You’re one-of-a-kind and one of the…
Street Style in NYC ♡ April 2016 Edition
Street Style is BACK with a focus on self-care and self-love. As many wise people have said, if you can’t take care of yourself, you are of no use to anyone. Building the self-awareness to know what is best for…
What I Learned During NY Int’l Bridal Fashion Week as a Bride
Bridal Fashion Week has hit the runways, lofts, studios, and rooftops of NYC — it couldn’t have come at a more perfect time either — with my wedding coming up in September, I have a lot of admiring and selecting…
Blogging 101 // Tips for Building Your Audience & Working with Brands
Lately I’ve been getting a lot of questions about blogging and social media — since I’ve been in this game for a few years now I’m always happy to share tips along the way. Let me start by saying, I’m a…
The Persian Parade in NYC // it’s the Year of 2575 (2016)
Follow me on Snapchat 👻 @WhatTheDoost for videos of the Persian parade & more! In honor of Spring and the Persian new year 2575, Madison Avenue was packed with proud Middle Easterners celebrating the Persian parade. A colorful sea of green, red,…
Breakfast With BCRF Experts & Survivors // A Look at the Survivorship Care Guideline
When a group of passionate people come together for a good cause — you get phenomenal results! The staff, volunteers, doctors, nurses, and survivors are a great example of this. Together they’ve become the heart of the Breast Cancer Research Foundation. They keep…
An Authentic Approach to Northern Thai Cuisine at Kiin in NYC
You can find almost anything in New York City — this little island is full of surprises & adventures. One of my favorite things to do is explore it’s eatery — anything from a hole in the wall to the…
Indulge at Spa Week with Luxurious Massages for $50 ॐ
You work hard and deserve a break … and since Spa Week is just around the corner in April, let’s get you a luxurious spa treatment at a great discount — how does 50 bucks sound? Spa Week’s national event from April…
TechStyle NYC at SXSW // Connecting YOU to the Right Brands
It’s true when they say that things are bigger in Texas. From my experience, visiting my uncle and his awesome family, so is the food and its authenticity — maybe that’s the southern country vibe but I do love how…
Surprise! Muslims Love Jesus (Peace be Upon Him) Too // 8 Facts You Didn’t Know About Jesus in Our Quran
In honor of the holiday, here are eight things you may not know about the role of Jesus — and his mother, Mary — in Islam: Jesus, Mary, and the angel Gabriel are all in the Quran (as are Adam,…
The Futuristic Merge of Fashion & Tech with Danielle Fosberry
I enjoy meeting talents with hearts that glow — in this case, Danielle Fosberry, who shines bright with a futuristic vision that would impress any mathematician or scientist. Danielle designs unique accessories, and has used the latest 3D printing techniques to bring…
4 of the Best Top Happy Hour Restaurants in SoHo & the East Village ║ New York
Just in time to start of the week! Yeah it’s Monday and even though it means back to work and all let’s get real and talk about the highlight of Mondays — which is planning out the rest of the…
Tubular Adidas // A Collection Inspired by Yeezy
Hey doosts — it’s event season and brands are showcasing their newer collections, inviting all sorts of creatives from fashion to art to take a peek. With invite in hand, I made my way to Adidas. This new collection called Tubular…
International Women’s Day // My Middle Eastern Muses
In honor of International Women’s Day, I wanted to highlight some Middle Eastern women who’ve greatly inspired me. Although women of all backgrounds are deserving of praise and recognition, these were and are the women who rose to great heights…
Pastels & Fur // #tbt to Fashion Week with Son Jung Won in NY
Let’s do a #tbt to Fashion Week in New York — While LA is just about getting ready to start theirs –> taking it back to when Son Jung Won hit the stage bringing back to life the pastel color…
Alice & Olivia Inspired Fashion Tips for Spring/Summer
I had the pleasure of attending Alice & Olivia 3 year anniversary for their Soho Location. Before I gush about the event let me get these fashion tips out! With seasons changing so do our styles and here are the 4 things…
Weekend Lounging with Frank & Oak
My idea of a laid-back weekend consists of catching up on sleep, movies/t.v shows, while I’m all cozy with my man in sweats. After a full and exciting NYFW, I needed just that so Jeff and I stayed local all Saturday/Sunday…