10 Lust-Worthy Niche Fragrances Currently on the Radar for 2022

I’m obsessed with niche fragrances. Yep. Obsessed. I’ve developed a passion for discovering olfactory notes that pique with my body chemistry. And, I simply cannot get enough! Over the past year, my niche fragrance wish list has tripled. Although my current perfume collection is quite impressive, I’m on a path of editing my signature scents […]

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2022, We’re Ready for You – Ya Girl is Back!

The last time I we spoke I was dishing on how to prepare for your upcoming holiday party here. After that, I went completely MIA (“missing in action”), but hear me out, it was for good cause. The holidays transitioned into one of the most stressful times – my family endured some pivotal changes, and […]

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Runway to Real Way: Holiday Party Looks 2021 featuring Lanvin, Coperni and More!

The holidays are here! We’re gearing up for ultra-glam parties, White Elephant hangouts and intimate family gatherings. Last year, the world remained confined to their homes and shut down from the onset of COVID-19, but in 2021, the spirit of the holidays has been resurrected. In today’s Runway to Real Way feature, I’m honing in […]

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I Tried Love Wellness’ Clear Skin Probiotics and I Haven’t Looked Back!

I’ve struggled with acne my entire life. When I was a teenager, my face looked like a literal planet. I tried it all – the benzoyl peroxide, the salicylic acid and even apple cider vinegar treatments. Not only did a large amount of the acne “treatments” further irritate my skin, but they also gave birth […]

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Luxury on A Budget featuring Bottega Veneta’s Cassette Chain-Embellished Padded Intrecciato Leather Shoulder Bag

Bottega Veneta is having a moment. The Italian luxury fashion house has taken the world by storm with their modern take on minimalism that transcend the bounds of pure glam. Bottega Veneta’s creative director, Daniel Lee (who is set to make an exit from the brand in February 2022), helped to revive the conventional repute […]

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Esmesha’s Life: Celebrating Hip-Hop Culture at The Dirty South Exhibition at Contemporary Arts Museum Houston

I’ve always been proud to be a native of the #DirtySouth. Houston is my home. The South’s enigmatic culture permeates through film, music, fashion and art – and it’s hard to ignore the immutable presence of Southern influence throughout society. I grew up in Trinity Gardens (near Fifth Ward) and my childhood resonated with the […]

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