Roar

Tank: Target (sold out)/Shorts: Theory (no longer available)/Sandals: Sam Edelman/Necklace: Francesca's (no longer available)

Last Thursday I had the pleasure of attending one of my good friend's showcase. She was amazing! (Go check out her Facebook page Victoria E. Young) She did such a great rendition of 'Roar' by Katy Perry, which has been an inspirational song for me, that I thought it was a sign for me to dedicate my post to it. For me, it signifies my transition from high school, attending college, and coming back to Memphis with more knowledge, ambition, strength, and a newfound love for my city. Ironically, my high school mascot was a Tiger, and so my high school principal would always end the evening announcements with this philosophy that I still live by today; "Every decision you make has a consequence. You determine whether that consequence is positive or negative by the decision that you make. And remember, see the vision through the eye of the tiger."

Photography by Tiera Chanel Photography

Independence Day...Independent Woman

 

 

Dress: Francesca's (similar)/Shoes: Steve Madden (different colors)

I hope everyone had a great 4th of July weekend, because I definitely did! I had so much fun that I didn't have time to post last week! But I'm happy to be back and glad you came back to visit me. So... after my great weekend (and I hope your's too), I'm starting to reflect on independence and what it actually means to me. For me, I believe it is to be able to have control of your life, without the help of others. It doesn't necessarily mean that you don't need anyone to help or be there for you, but that if you were all you had, you would be able to survive. And by that definition, I believe that I could be the poster child for independence. What does independence mean to you? Leave me a comment! 

Photography by Tiera Chanel Photography 

This Should Hold You

Tank: H&M/Pants: Parker/Shoes: Zara(no longer available) /Necklace: Indigo Memphis/Bracelets: Lulu's, Francesca's (sold out)

I hope everyone is having a great week! I know I am! I just started a new job and I'm truly enjoying every minute of it. It's in the fashion business, so I'm grateful for it. I love everything I'm learning because these new skills I have acquired will aid me in becoming a boutique owner in the near future. I went to college in Los Angeles, so I have been to plenty of the boutiques there, and I hope to bring that vibe to Memphis. As you can see (or will see in future posts), I'm really into basic wardrobe staples and I love to build upon them with statement pieces that make the outfit pop. And of course, that will be the focus of my future my boutique. So get ready readers...a new boutique coming to a neighborhood near you. 

Photography by Tiera Chanel Photography

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Orange is the New Black

Happy Monday! This past weekend, I binge watched one of my favorite shows, Orange is the New Black. The second season just premiered on Netflix on Friday, and just like the first season, I watched all 13 episodes in 2 days. I decided to dedicate this post to the show for opening my eyes to the justice system and how prison life is a real learning experience in terms of embracing diversity, survival, and self-awareness. I encourage you to read the book, Orange is the New Black by Piper Kerman, to learn more about what it's like for a woman to call prison home, because everyone there isn't "just a simple woman doing the work of the Lord." (As said by Tiffany "Pennsatucky" Doggett) 

Top: Francesca's/ Pants: Forever21/Shoes: Tory Burch (old)/Necklace: Bauble Bar

Photography by Tiera Chanel Photography