Event Announcement: Natural's Night Out

Ladies and gentleman (can't forget about all my natural men out there). There will be an event taking place September 6th that is sure to be a crowd pleaser for everyone involved. It's Chic and Kinky's 2nd anniversary bash bring together beauty junkies, fashion enthusiasts, beautiful men and women all under the same roof, its sure to be a kodak moment for sure. Some of the exhibitors in attendance include Curlz, Miss Jessies's and Jessicurl just to name a few. this will be taking place at Pranna NYC which is notorious for great drinks and food ( great appetizers here for sure) Leave a comment below and let me know if you'll be attending I've love to see you and take a quick flick.

For more information: www.nnofashionweek.eventbrite.com

Willow Smith Whips Her Style Back & Forth

Did you see Willow Smith on the BET Awards red carpet, her very eclectic choice in fashion as well as her newly shaven head?  She is truly living up to her break out song "Whip My Hair". Some say her parents Will and Jada have allowed for her to go too far, while others believe a youth should be able to freely express themselves. What's my take? Well I'm on the fence. Mostly because I grew up with a mom who always said " You're not going outside looking any kind of way because you're a reflection of me".  On the flip side I do believe fashion freedom is very much apart of growing up, and exercising true confidence in ones self. When it comes to hair my motto is this "Hair grows back, so get over it".   What do you think of her style?

Karen's Body Beautiful & Curlbox Meet and Greet

What a hot day it was, on line for about an hour as I witnessed beautiful natural hair glamazons patiently waiting to get into the meet and greet that was hosted at Karen's Body Beautiful in Brooklyn alongside Myliek of Curlbox. I didn't have to wait in line of course but it was a sight to see so many die hard fans of two powerful black owned brands, that cater specifically for us but can be used by everyone. Karen was in awe and almost busted a tear as she was just taken aback by the vision of line that wrapped around the corner, she and Myliek broke out the water bottles and handed them out, to ensure that no one was dehydrated. As I got inside I got a glimpse of what made Karen's Body Beautiful products so amazing, all the products that were in jars and bottles had been made right in the store. I saw huge pots in the back some with product cooling down in them. Where they do that at? Everyone who attended only had great things to say and smiles on their faces. Must have items I was told to try are the Lucious Locks Hair Mask, Super Duper Hair Creme, and Sweet Ambrosia Leave in Conditioner. I'd be remise if I didn't say that there must be something about Karen...

Taryn Guy

Karen the founder

Tia Williams of ShakethatBeauty.com and her beautiful daughter

Me and Myliek Teele creator and owner of the Curlbox

Things That Make Me Go Oh La La: April 23-28 2012

Say hello to my new baby :- ) Nikon D5100

The color of the season BRights

In love with color

In love with the pastel color here so fabulous

Loving these earrings so fabulous

Having the blues with this awesome necklace

Mmmm Lasagna

In love with my new hair products from Hair Rules

Finished product

Pre shopping for my new place to be

This is so chic and fabulous its definitely going in my room :-)

My beautiful God daughter Melody

Product of Kevin James Bennett done at  IBS

Beautiful people Me, Brandalyn Fulton, Bethany Townes, Kevin James Bennett and Diva Does Makeup 

Curls Unleashed: Recap

Hello Beautiful People,

Yes there is more! See now you understand why it took me so long to get all these posts up, I went to a lot of events and took tons of photos. I haven't even tried out all the products I received and I like to be very on point with my posts. Any who Curls Unleashed was the launching pad for a new product line from Organic Root Stimulator for you guessed it Naturalistas looking for something affordable and dare I say it... That actually works! Well I'm here to say that I'm a believer  and I'm so lucky to have finally found a product that not only works but is created by a woman of color who knows exactly what we need. The best thing about Curls Unleashed is the fact that the product line is AFFORDABLE! Yes as a newly crowned naturalista I have found that being natural is almost as costly as keeping a good relaxer and thats only because I've spent a lot of money finding products that work. So no more! Now I have found my hair regime in Curls Unleashed Thank God my wallet couldn't take another hit.

   

Things That Make Me Go Ooh La La: My Week in Photos Dec 18-29

 Hello Beautiful People,

Wow it seems like just yesterday the year just started and like every year I declare the year is that of mine. While I feel like I fail at my attempt to so call "breakout" and make the year mine I can always look back and see that I've made a dent in my life goals, some are accomplished others are still pending but nevertheless, I'm always satisfied in the fact that I continually grow and thank God that I don't remain the same. So many changes made, new beginnings, endings, and the story still goes on but I can't wait to continue the journey in 2012. For now I just want to share with you how my last two weeks of the year pan out. Talk to you later beautiful people, see you next year.

Live, laugh, X &O's

Merli

At OCC Pro Social mingling and having my girl swatch colors on her skin. While there I purchased their brushes which are Vegan Friendly and amazingly soft. Look for the review really soon.

Sporting my butterfly hair clip and a Hoochie Lip thanks to H&M  & OCC

At my church True Holy Church City of Refuge at the Maybin Mayhem Project
where 10 families received a care package and a 500 dollar giftcard from Football star Aaron Maybin

My look on Christmas day very simple but light

Decorating my home

My little library in my living room so excited! Still under construction

Working on my entry way that's Sasha Fierce my plant 

changed my cushions with covers I purchased from century 21 for 4 bucks! 

The Reason for the season 

Love this magazine to be inspired and get ideas

Belle Butters Sweet Meet and Greet

Hello Beautiful People,

Nice and casual it's me Miss Merli photo courtesy of UrbanBushBabes

 I had the honor of being in the company of really sweet people, sweet cupcakes, sweet ice cream and Tasha B of Belle Butters whose sweet and amazingly moisturizing products for the natural flock had us swooning or was it the happy hour drinks tee hee. Held at Dylan's Candy Bar in midtown it was the perfect spot to wine down after a long day in the battle grounds of Fashion week. I met some amazing people as well as fashionably forward folks. Here are some photos of that night and make sure to check out Belle Butters I know I will.

Mmmm Cupcakes

My Peanut butter and jelly  cupcake that I couldn't finish super sweet

All the sweet people

UrbanBushBabes and HeyFranHey super sweet and I love love love their hair.

Tasha B. of Belle Butters

AFTCF (A Funky Tribe Called Fresh).

Super Cute and natural 

There's looking at you Pia! 

Yvonne, Tasha B of Belle Butters and Pia of the Kitchen Salon

You know I love a great nail design she didn't want me to take it since she needed a retouch but I did anyway

AFTCF (A Funky Tribe Called Fresh).

Who me lol love candid photos

AFTCF (A Funky Tribe Called Fresh). In a 90's pose with Unique in the middle .

Smiles!

x

Me, Pia Monique of Pia Murray Dance Collective and natural hair blog, Cipriana, Yvonne Fly Onakeme Etaghene Poet/Dancer/Actress and Nikisha of the UrbanBushBabies All natural all beautiful