I always like to support my people from my hometown, so when I found out that my high school schoolmate Tamela had started an online boutique with a few other ladies, I was all about it. So Official Boutique is an online shop with select trend fashion items. From dresses, to tops, to accessories, they feature pieces that are on trend but priced right.
Check it a few of my favorite looks available on the site right now!
Posted in Fashion & Style, My Style - My Look, Product Reviews
Tagged accessories, clothes, fashion, fashion blogger, so official boutique, style
When this post hits the website, I’ll be en route to Raleigh, NC with fellow blogger Ashley of Curly Cubaminican! We are so excited about our weekend with all the naturalistas of North Carolina. To kick the weekend off, I’ll be hosting my second Glam Night Out event tonight at the Aloft Chapel Hill hotel. I have some fun and interactive things plans for the ladies that I hope they enjoy. Chassity Bynum of Its More Than Just Lipstick will be doing a live makeup demo, and Chic2ndSkin will be showcasing her jewelry made with the natural girl in mind. You might even meet some of your favorite bloggers based in the Carolinas, like Adeea of The Trendy Socialite, Ashley of FabEllis, and Cristi of AllThatsGold! By now, ticket sales have ended so if you missed out this time, don’t let that happen again 
On Saturday, come out to the Nusol Natural Hair & Beauty Expo at the Durham Convention Center! We will be there mixing, mingle, shopping and networking all day! This event looks amazing, with Leela James speaking and performing live, as well as tons of seminars, vendors, fashion segments, musical performances, poetry performances, giveaways and more. Sponsors include Whole Foods and SheaMoisture! Tickets are still on sale online, and can be purchased at the door as well. If you see me, come take a pic with your girl! For more information or to purchase tickets, visit http://brookshirebranding.wix.com/nusol2013
Be sure to follow me on Facebook, Twitter @NaturallyGlamTV and Instagram @NaturallyGlam for updates and pictures throughout the weekend!
Posted in Events, Fashion & Style, Hair Care Tips, Hair Styles & Tutorials, Makeup/Beauty
Tagged beauty, durham, event, fashion, fashion show, glam night out, hair, hair care, makeup, meetup, natural hair, naturally glam, nc, nightlife, north carolina, nusol, nusol natural hair and beauty expo, out and about, pictures, raleigh, style
How long have you been natural?
I have been natural just over two years.
What made you decide to go natural (or stay natural if you never relaxed your hair)?
It’s always funny to me to say this, but a mistake is what made me decide to go natural. I wore my hair chemical-free for over two years; however, I typically wore my hair blown out. I wanted my blow outs to last longer so after a discussion with my stylist, I opted for a keratin treatment. Unfortunately, that was not a wise decision. Instead of relaxing the curls, it completely straightened my hair and it would no longer curl. Even though I didn’t know much about wearing my hair naturally, I knew that I wanted those curls back. After watching my mother transition, I decided to give natural hair a try.
Big Chop, shot term transition or long term transition? Why?
I was a short term transitioner. More power to those who can do the long transition! I just could not handle the two textures. After transitioning for five months, I decided to go ahead and do the big chop.
What is your hair care routine/regimen?
My hair care routine is pretty simple. I use sulfate-free shampoo, like Shea Moisture Moisture Retention Shampoo, and I wash my hair every two weeks. If I need to freshen my hair between that time, I will do a co-wash with Tresemme Naturals Conditioner. After washing, I tend to style my hair while wet using a cream moisturizer like Cantu Leave In Repair Cream and let air dry. I put oil on my hands and untwist once it’s dry. At night, I don’t retwist my hair. I put on a satin bonnet at night and I am able to wear my twists without retwisting for 4-7 days.
What are your top 5 ‘must-have’ hair care products/items? Why?
My hair requires a lot of moisture so my must-have products are generally sulfate and silicone-free. These are my top five must-have products:
i. Shea Moisture Moisture Retention Shampoo
ii. Tresemme Naturals Conditioner
iii. Coconut Oil
iv. Cantu Leave In Repair Cream
v. Cantu Deep Treatment Masque
What are your favorite styles to wear?
I love second day hair with a twist out. Full, defined curls! I also love wearing my hair in a puff. It’s my go to style when my twist outs get old.
What is one thing you wish you knew about your hair or about your journey before going natural?
I wish I knew the amount of work that’s involved with natural hair. It can be time consuming, but at the end of the day, I’m so glad I made this decision.
What is the most important tip you’ve learned throughout your natural hair journey that you think every natural should know?
I think it’s important to realize your hair is unique. It’s not going to look like everyone else’s. Don’t be disappointed. Embrace what God has given you.
What are thoughts on the natural hair community/movement?
I think that so many felt the natural hair movement would die down, but I love the fact that natural hair is here to stay. With all of this knowledge and acceptance of rocking your natural curls, I can’t imagine it changing. I hope we will continue to grow and encourage others.
Where can the Naturally Glam Fam find you online? What will they find on your site/blog/vlog?
My blog is centered on beauty, fashion and natural hair. I would love for you all to check it out!
Blog: http://www.fabellis.com
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/missfabellis
Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/missfabellis
Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/missfabellis
Pinterest: http://www.pinterest.com/missfabellis
Posted in Hair Care Tips, Hair Styles & Tutorials
Tagged beauty, blogger, fashion, hair, hair care, missfabellis, natural hair, naturally glam
It’s officially spring time, and while it was snowing in the 757 yesterday, it will be in the 70s next week (because the weather is bipolar here lol). The time has come to transition your wardrobe over from dark tones heavy layers, coats and sweaters that say ‘Winter’ to more lightweight pieces and Spring colors. Here are some looks that caught my eye! What fashion looks say Spring to you? Do tell!
Posted in Fashion & Style, My Style - My Look
Tagged clothes, fashion, look, naturally glam, spring, style
Last night, EDEN BodyWorks officially launched their new Style with EDEN event series by unveiling their new Coconut Shea product line at Pranna in NYC. The event was a fusion of hair, beauty and fashion, and attendees were able to receive items from the product line. The new collection includes a leave-in conditioner, curl defining creme, and pudding soufflé. I can’t wait to try each and every one of these products!
The Style with EDEN event series is one to look for this year. Guests were able to mix and mingle, enjoy yummy food and drinks, and try out the new products for themselves. The event also featured a panel of special guest speakers that included Felicia Leatherwood, celebrity natural hair stylist and founder of Loving Your Hair with Natural Care, Kela Walker, style contributor for BlackEnterprise.com and founder of KelasKloset.com, Latisha Daring, owner and designer of Ashtyn LLC, and Milly Almodovar, beauty editor for Cosmopolitan for Latinas and founder of beautylogicblog.com. Each panelist shared tips and tricks with guests on topics like skin care for the Spring and Summer, as well as how to transition an outfit from day to night.
If you want to stay tuned for upcoming Style with EDEN events coming to your area, be sure to follow EDEN BodyWorks on Twitter and Instagram @edenbodyworks.
EDEN BodyWorks is one of the newest sponsors of the Return of the Curls ‘Curls Gone Wild’ tour coming to Richmond, VA on May 4-5 and Greensboro, NC on July 13. For more information or to purchase tickets, visit http://www.returnofthecurls.com. You can now buy two, get one free for tickets to the Richmond stop. Early bird deals for tickets and vendor fees for the Greensboro stop end on April 1 so don’t wait too long.
Posted in Events, Fashion & Style, Hair Care Tips, Makeup/Beauty
Tagged beauty, coconut Shea, eden bodyworks, event, fashion, hair, hair care, natural hair, product, return of the curls, style, style with Eden
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