Up My Game!

Okay, so I have been lackadaisical in posting. Sometimes, I wonder why did I even start a blog. I know, because I love to chat about fashion and other things. I guess I should focus on one subject and build on that. However, when one has ADHD, the mind has a tendency to wander. So why don't you enjoy the days post because, you nor I do not know what tomorrow may bring.

Let me first say I have always been in some type of fashion. I started modeling in Savannah, Georgia while I was attending Savannah State College (University now). It came so natural to me, I knew I had found a new career! Or so I thought. Anyway, many of the fashions that I am wearing below are coming back or never went out of fashion! For example, the Kangol hat took off in sales when LL Cool Jay started wearing them. As you can see, I wore them long before LL. The black jumpsuit is very fashionable and popular today. With all the thrifting going on, I am pretty sure you can find one some where. Now how about those peg leg jeans. You know what they are called today? That's right, skinny jeans. They are a lot tighter than back in the day. And, last but no least, the ear cuff is back in fashion. I saw some of my middle school female students wearing them. So how about that. Enjoy!


My first informal photo shoot. Savannah State College
ca1977

Hat: Kangol -  $17.99
Jeans: Calvin Klein - 21.99
Top: Learners
Jacket: Learners

 

My very first fashion show for Jezebel's. I loved that store.
The show was held at a club in Savannah, Georgia.
ca.1978-1979
Jumpsuit: Jezebel's
Tube Top: Jezebel's
Fun Hat: Jezebel's
Shoes: Mine
Gold Rope Chain: Mine

  

I modeled in Savannah for 7 years, and finally moved to New York with my new boyfriend.  I

have many cousins in New York, so I said "why not". The photos below are two of my favorite early pictures.  They were shot for a car calendar that I never got to see.  

 

 

Drape Blouse: Mine
Peg Leg Jeans: Mine
Mr. Seymour snake skin pumps: Mine
ca.1984



T-Shirt: Mine
Ear Ensemble: Mine

 



The photo shoot above was a blast! I got to let the vixen in me come out! I guess it was already in their, but being in front of the camera does that. I hope you enjoy the pics.

Beautiful day in the neighborhood!

Hello,

I vowed that I would be back soon, and I meant that. I have so much to show and tell you. I would really love to hear from those of you who are looking at my page. How can I answer your questions if I don't "hear" your voice. I will continue to post about thrifting and just enjoying life! The jacket I am about to post is from an era long gone. I was not able to pinpoint the exact year it came from, but I do believe it had to be from the 30's - 50's. It is a gorgeous short wool jacket with a mink collar. It can tie in the front or remain loose. The label reads: Fortsmann 100% Virgin Wool. I do believe it was part of a suit, however I wear it with jeans. I found quite a bit of clothing by the company for sale on etsy and ebay, but nothing looked like this jacket.  I purchased this jacket from a large garage sale held in Oakland, California many years ago. I paid $30.00 for it.  As I stated earlier, I have been thrifting for 30 years.

 100% Virgin wool mink collared jacket by Fortsmann Clothing Company

ca. 30's-50's

 

 

Jacket Label

 

I can't wait to put together my ensemble with this jacket. The weather is becoming cool, so I will be able to wear it soon. In the mean time, I will continue to show you the many different looks you can achieve with secondhand clothes.

Uh Oh!

Hello!

I have been so lazy and have not been keeping up with my blog! I vow to do better! I have been quite busy, so I do not lack the material to chat about on my blog. How many of you like a bargain? You do! Well so do I. Have you noticed the newest trend? It is thrifting! I have been thrifting for 30 years, and I still have the first coat I bought at the age of 20. Actually, my sister bought it for me for $10.00 from the Nearly New Shop in Jacksonville, Fl. It is a heavy wool lined gorgeous swing coat with a mink collar and nice big buttons. I still have that coat to this day. Any who, I digress, women are getting on buses and going from thrift stores to consignment stores to hunt for vintage and inexpensive gently worn, designer clothing. I have to admit it, I love shopping at these types of stores. You never know what you will find. In the mean time, let me introduce you to my first thrifted piece I purchased in 1979.

 

Backstage with Lily Tomlin at

the Curan Theatre.

 

 

Backstage at the Curan Theatre, San Francisco, CA

Masako Takahashi, Lily Tomlin, and Pamela Carroll.

We met at the Hotel Nikko, ca. 1987

 

 

My first purchase in 1979. I have had this coat for 30 years.

Mink collar and big cloth covered buttons with a bow.

I can't wait to share with you my latest find at Goodwill. I promise I will keep you posted on how to get quality items at a bargain for you, your family, and your household.

Wow! It's August!

The summer has flown by, and I did not get to enjoy it the way I wanted too. I did get to meet some very cool people while thrifting! Thrifting is a new phenomena that has grabbed the shopping world! I have been thrift shopping for 37 years! I still have the first coat I bought, a black swing coat with a mink collar. Well, the outfits I am going to post were purchases from various consignment shops.

 

Tan leather skirt: Banana Republic $12.00

(from house_of_ubuhle IG)

I.N.C. Lace Bell Sleeve Blouse: $15.00

Designer Consignment (Savannah, GA)

 

 

Royal blue draped front and back evening dress.

100% silk, brand new, original price $159.00,

I scored it for $28.00  from the_chic_pursuit on IG.

Shoes: DSW

 

  

I love shopping, and have always shopped at smaller and intimate boutiques. Consignment shops or thrift stores as we called them are the rave. People are hosting bus tours to consignment shops. Not only are women thrifting, but men are as well. I am now looking to get some items, for the fellas in my life. I am going to try and post more items weekly or every other day. Enjoy your weekend! 

 

Black & White

Here I am going out and about as usual. I love to dress in the finest rags out there. Your clothes do not have to cost a ton of money for you to look good! I love shopping at SoJe Emporium. I guarantee you, every time I go in there, I am going to find something to buy. The outfit I have on below was purchased there last summer, and it still looks fresh! If you are ever in downtown Lawrenceville, Georgia, stop in at SoJe Emporium.

Black Shredded T-Shirt (new) $18.00

Maxi Chevron print skirt (new) $18.00

 

 

We have some of our wonderful Shea Butter Body Mousse

for sale at SoJe Emprium. We also have natural black soap for sale.

Come and check us out!

 

 

I am a happy customer who shops at SoJe

Emporium.

 

Black and White Dress (Honey bought this dress

for me for Mother's Day)

Red Suede Belt (Thrifted)

Purchased at SoJe Emporium

Summer Time!

Hello, I have a new computer, and a new hairdo! I wish I had gotten a pad instead of this big computer. I have been real lazy when it comes to posting on my blog. Instagram has been my form of communication. I need to somehow sync my blog with my phone.

Anyway, I have embarked on a new hair journey. I have Sisterloc's now. What a great decision I made in getting my locs. It has given me a whole new level of  confidence, not that I needed more!
Having sisterloc's is like being in a sorority. I have had my loc's for four months, and the compliments and inquiries have been interesting. I am going to post pictures of my wonderful hair journey. Will you join me?

Red Shirt: Installation

White Shirt: 1st Retightening

Yellow Shirt: 2nd Retie

Multi Shirt: 4th month

 

 

First Re-Tie

 

Fourth Month

 

 

 

As you can see, my hair has grown quite fast! It has been only 4 months. I am Naturalista&Lovin'It! I get my hair done at Salon E11eVen26 +SoJe Emporium in Lawrenceville, Georgia

Ringing in the New Year 2014!

It has been some time since I have been here! Trust me, I have not been idle. I have rung in the near year with a milestone birthday, and boy did I celebrate. Below is the dress I wore to see Ken Ford perform at  Footprints Café. Great place. I have also embarked on a new hair journey, and I hope you will travel it with me. The new hair style I am wearing is called sister locks. I can't wait to share my journey with you, and  I look forward to you sharing your thoughts.

  

Dress: Bebe

Jacket: Cynthia Rowley

Booties: Cynthia Rowley

 

 

Celebrating my birthday. Heading out to see

Ken Ford

 

 

at

 

Footprints Café.

  

I had a blast, I even won one of his CD's. That is

how I spent Valentine and my birthday weekend.

I look forward to telling you how I spent the following weekend.

It was just as memorable.