If the Shoe Fits.....

Vintage bag, paired with a pencil skirt, a great look for work, a date or hanging out.  Shoes...karmaloop.com

Don't hesitate to color block. The key to dressing is NOT being totally matchy matchy, but creating an ensemble with colors that blend and have a common color that pulls it all together.....pencil skirt,Philthy Ragz

 Often times I am indirectly previed to some really crazy conversations and get to witness how women react to one another it various situations.  I have seen other women shrink when other beautiful women enter the room and I have seen women get louder to match the “appearance” of another.  Can’t say I have seen it all but I have seen a lot!!  I must say that the thing that drives me most crazy is listening to judgmental women....by  that I mean, women who make a judgment call based on a twenty second shared moment.

No matter whats paired at the top, slouchy sweatshirt, blazer or sheer blouse, leopard mixes and matches with anything to create the perfect day or night time look......

When I was young, I hated the color burgundy!!! As you can see now, its the perfect color  for color blocking with blues, pinks or greens........shoes, Lamb...Leopard jeans, Philthy Ragz Boutique

I have found that women tend to be quite judgmental and harsh, unnecessarily.  We get to whispering and 

chatting about things we are truly unaware of, I too have been guilty of this!  I mean it’s one thing to give an observation or an honest opinion but when it’s hateful and has no foundation and  unwarranted, we have got to stop it!!   All of us are relative to our experiences, and as long as human life exists, we will all be different.  That is a given.  Difference is not man made, it came from the creator. 

Truth be told, nude shoes were thought to be worn by older women back in the day, fast forward..... you should NOT BE caught dead without a pair, when you are unsure of what color shoe to wear, go nude!!!!!!! (shoes, that is)lol!

Wide leg palazzo pants can be  worn with fitted tee, long cardigan or crop  top.............

shoes, BeBe, pants, Philthy Ragz

My wish is that  women take the time to get to know one another, or at least give the other person an opportunity to show and prove. You never know how some one's story can have a direct and positive affect on your life.

I cant tell you if its the comfort, the style or the unique qualities, but right now Jeffrey Campbell shoes are my favorite!!!!!!!

 Lets begin to consider what another individual may have been through prior to your arrival. This requires us to be selfless, but consider this:  she may have just had an argument with her significant other, or her child was just mouthing off or hell! She might have just gotten fired! We will never know until we give another a chance....

I am just saying we have all got to take a moment to consider walking a mile in someone else’s shoes. We don’t know what they have been through or what it took to get them to the moment of your encounter.

We have got to take the time to consider someone else’s journey.  You never know what a  "how u doin" (in a Wendy Williams voice) might do for someone else.  Sometimes the load may be so heavy on someone that they are consumed with their own journey they may not realize their aura.  You can break that energy! Smile, compliment or a give a gentle nod............

So like I have heard plenty of old folks say, “if you ain't got nothing good to say, don’t say nothing at all!” ….especially if have haven’t walked a mile in my shoes!!!

(I am sure you get the metaphor, why I chose to post pics of shoes only, right??? I'm just saying..............)

Until you see me again!
The Retail Therapyst  

Aint Nothing but a G Thang

Standing in the midst of the fly and fabulous fashionista sisters...........

Over the weekend I had the pleasurable experience of attending a wonderful yacht party.  From the moment when my husband and I pulled up the excitement was brewing just  seeing all of the attendees fashionable gear, women dashing to put on the last swipe of lipstick and of course the beautiful boat.  I had on my dancing shoes on and was ready to go!!!!  I love a good party!

Marina Del Rey, California, California Yacht Cruise.....

Something about the water, always calming...............

The fabulous birthday girl, 35 and Philthy!!!!, Jumpsuit designed by yours truly for Philthy Ragz....

Guiding the yacht with my 5 inch heels!

I was excited to see the birthday girl, because not only was it her birthday……but because I had the honor of designing her birthday suit!!! lol! I am still in awe when clients approach me to handle such a grand task, because it’s such a huge responsibility.   Earlier I’d asked her why she chose me and she told me that my creativity reminded her, of her mother. She went further and explained that her mother used to make her garments and redesign shoes!

Fabulosity and its finest, wisdom, style and character......

Upon meeting her mother that evening I could see that this woman was still fly and fabulous.  After a few cocktails, great dinner and a little dance floor fun an amazing conversation brewed between us, the hostess mother told me that my craft and style reminded her of her! I was honored! Not only was she fly and talented, she was the mother of a beautiful humble daughter, and also the acclaimed producer Dr. Dre.  She was the producer of greatness!! We all know that you cant be great by yourself....

Getting our groove on..............

Layering with 3/4 fur jacket, or fur vest always adds a touch of glam to any outfit!!!

Black gloves and dark nails add elegance to any party wear...

Vintage long pink pants, fur 3/4 jacket, Philthy Ragz, leopard shoes, Sam Edelman, .... Color blocking with warm or cool colors,pencil skirts or pants, mixing prints... its .the trend  for the season!! 

me, always finding a moment for thought and  tranquility........

Dr. Dre and his beautiful wife Nicole, myself and my husband.......
People always crave celebrity likeliness, when in fact the hunger should be to be  fulfilled with longevity to impact and to leave a mark on the world through the use of your God given gifts..... There is no party you can go to without Dr. Dre's gifts and talents being roared through the speaker!!

As the night continued, he and I had a conversation and I asked him, How do you do it? what’s the key to longevity?  His answer was simple. Think GRAND AND BE DETERMINED. His mother chimed in and also had these words of wisdom…Use your gifts for greatness.  Given his longevity in the entertainment arena, (I’m not sure of the stats, but I know I used to party to his music in high school and I’m ___ years old!!! Lol!) As an entrepreneur,  I was truly inspired by our conversation.

Because of our enlightening conversation and his ever so famous song, Ain’t Nothing but a  G Thang, the G now developed a different, more valuable meaning.  No matter what the G stood for before, for me, it now stands for GREATNESS, GAME CHANGER, GIFTS, GRAND ,GLORIOUS, GALLANT, GRACIOUS, GENEROUS, GRATITUDE, GODLINESS and  GOODNESS!….  Conscientiously and consistently we must remind ourselves  and each other to keep the G things first and foremost in life as we continue to build and grow. As sisters lets encourage each other to let the G thangs be at the forefront of keeping us determined to experience a life of meaningfulness, longevity and success, along side each other.  We were created to live the G words out loud, literally……………don’t be surprised when greatness comes your way because …it AIN'T nothing but a G thang baby…………lol!! 

Mighty Flames Follow a Tiny Spark

Had to break out the  Jeffrey Campbell platforms for a night of old school meets new school beats and of course my DIY long fur vest, soon to be at Philthy Ragz just in time for the holidays...........

Zoom in on those old school Tootsie rolls, no not the dance silly the candy that's been around for ages and you know I had to grab a few, dang I think i paid $1 for three...SMH.....

Real old school platforms! She told me she had those shoes for 18 years,  and they  are right back in style!!! Love it!

I was invited to hang out last night with a friend whose husband is an artist.  She'd briefly described his sound before, but it was the actual experience of listening and grooving to the live band that was transformational.  The sound of the music is best described as old school funk meets new school beats.  As I listened to the grooves, firstly I could not sit down,  and secondly i was immediately drawn back to my teenage years of watching soul train, and the music, dancers and performers would just change my whole day.  I would take my sheet off the bed, grab my pencil (to use as my microphone) and transform into whoever was on the stage.    I'd be later inspired to try and emulate the performers look, taking me AND that days journey on a whole new whirlwind..........................

Artist DAM FUNK, off the chain, beats vibe and all. Just plain good music, soul jerking, thought provoking,  soulful and lyrically sound!! He too explained that his experiences a young boy in South Pasadena  sparked his flame to be the creative person he is now.....

As I drove home, I decided that I would revisit some of those old school things that were free, simple and life changing. I further thought about how those times have influenced my style and how it was those little sparks that molded me into who I am, with beauty marks and all!  IT was those LITTLE SPARKS that developed my sense of style, my love for music and anything vintage!

"Honeysuckles", the drink of the night!!!, Brandy, honey and ginger ale....delicious!!! I'm definitely getting these ingredients and serving this one up at home!!!!

DIY fur floor length vest, Philthy Ragz, boyfriend jeans, Rachel Roy top, accessories, Philthy Ragz... and love my Miss Jessie's product to slick down the pony tail!!

The challenge will be getting back to doing some of the things that brought PURE happiness,  before having the latest phone, or the hottest shoe became priority. In your quiet space reminisce and reflect, take some time and find those things that brought you just a little peace of mind, the little things that sparked you to be the MIGHTY FLAME THAT YOU ARE !

Old school meets new school, style should be effortless, even in a pair of Nike's!

Good friends are like vintage wine, hard to find.............cherish the little things......

Just some old school inspiration, when life was so different than it is now, as for me I'm getting back to the simpler things in life...............where's my soul train videos!!!! LOL.

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