Style Stalking: Cynthia

This weeks style stalked is savvy mortgage professional Cynthia. She shows us her style is both fun,colorful and professional. Just because you have a corporate 9-5 does not mean you have to lose your sense of style. You are only confined to the walls you create. In some way or another people feel fashionably bound by their jobs, and sure if you have to wear a uniform it would be pretty hard for you to pull off that weekend street style. However, there is always a way to incorporate your own personal style no matter what your profession! 

What are your thoughts?

1. I fell in love with fashion as a young teen.  I've always had thing for clothes, shoes and my FAV bags! One of my favorite trends right now is coloring blocking.

2. Some of my fashion inspiration are Evelyn Lazoda (I love her Maxi Dresses), Lisa Raye and Raquel (Only on the show single ladies), Emily B(I'm loving her shoe collection right now) and Ritora(I would never wear half the stuff she wears but she inspires me to think out side the box on a casual level.

3.  I would describe my style as classy, classic, sexy and trendy professional.  I'm a business woman so even when I'm casual I have to maintain a level of professionalism and class.  

I am a Realestate professional and I assist people with their financing needs for purchasing a home.  I work one on one with clients to help them build wealth.  We don't just sell homes we sell a lifestyle.  For more information on wealth building contact me directly at cynthia@oldvam.com or 757.822.0330.

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Style Stalking: Aishah Abdulbarr

This weeks style stalked is wardrobe & personsal stylist Aishah Abdulbarr from Boston. Her style screams class & sophistication. She is also a fashion blogger and has been featured on fashionbombdaily.com, daily candy, style blazer & Boston globe. Her love for vintage is evident in her style. As the owner of Heiress Boston wardrobe/personal style Aishah takes pride in making her clients & bringing out their inner glamour girl. You can keep up with this savvy trend setter at theurbanheiress.blogspot.com

When did you fall in love with fashion?

Fashion caught my eye in my high school years, but I fell in love with the art of style in my early 20s. I started collecting fashion magazines such as Vogue, Elle, InStyle and my brain focused more on the angle in which the photographer shot, the way the stylist styled the models, the props used etc. I tried to understand why stylists took such risks in putting pieces together knowing damn well no one is actually going to wear it, styled the same way walking down the street, except, maybe Anna Dello Russo! I am not a fashion fanatic. Never was and never will be. I just love items that moves me and speaks to my spirit.

What or who are some of your fashion inspirations?

I get inspiration from some of the most random things! Like, on my Instagram page is a picture of a Tiffany Blue door with gold hardware. I was having such a bad day, but when I saw this door, it made me so happy! Anywho, when looking at this door, what do I see? A white button down blouse, with a Tiffany Blue pleated midi skirt, leopard pumps, a ponytail and medium size gold drop earrings. I see inspiration in art, music, décor, pain and recently the homeless. Pay close attention to them. Their outfits may not look like anything at first glance, but if you take a second look, you can really get great ideas.

How would you describe your style?

classic, colorful, chic with little surprise on every look!

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Protective styles: You hair will thank you

 A very important part of any naturals journey or any hair journey for that matter is getting to know your hair. It is important to know what works well for your hair so that you are better prepared for the changing seasons. My hair is finally getting to a length were I have to pay attention to what work well for my me, its much more than just knowing what products work for you. During the winter months my hair loves as little manipulation as possible. I have a very dry scalp, which in the summer time is not much of a problem because I sweat in my head, which adds moisture thus not allowing my hair to dry out. Now the catch 22 to my protective styles is that I cannot wear them longer than 3 weeks to a month because my scalp gets extremely dry. This is not a bad thing for me since I like to switch my styles up often. However if you are not like me and would like to get more wear out of your protective style, but have a dry scalp here are a few suggestions:

1. If you are getting braids or any other style were your scalp will be exposed, make sure you thoroughly wash & deep condition your hair, this will help with moisture to allow the style to last longer.

2. Make sure that you are still protecting your hair at night with a satin scarf, bonnet or pillow case. I am sure you have heard this before, cotton absorbs moisture and is not your friend.

3. Find a oil or moisturizer that works for you, currently my favorite oil is Africa's Best: Ultimate herbal oil.

I purchased mine from my local Dollar General for

$2.00 I am sure you can find it in your local beauty supply store. It can be used for many things, hot oil treatment, bath & body and for dry skin. It works great for my hair.

 

4. Get to know your hair, love your hair. If you learn what you hair likes and doesn't like you can save yourself from headaches and wasted time. There is no wrong or right way to take care of YOUR hair, so try as many different things until you get what works for you!!

 

Below are a few protective styles I have been rocking for the past couple of months.

 

 

How well do you know your hair?  

 

 

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