On the Horizon - Fabric Twinz

Happy Monday everyone! I hope your weekends and Easter were grand! I had the pleasure on Thursday before Good Friday interviewing a very humble young woman with a fashion line thats puts the word GLAM in glamorous! I was quite surprise we were able to meet so quickly seeming as I contacted her so late the previous evening. But she responded A.S.A.P and from the emails plus text messages I could tell this was going to be a very pleasant experience. We met up at her showroom located near 27th street off of 5th Ave and suddenly I became self conscience. I wasn't dressed to kill matter fact I think I looked a bit geeky. I really didn't think too much into my outfit, which is bad because first impressions are key! But I think I got lost in the excitement that this was going to be my first interview I just didn't want to sound like an idiot. Well, I didn't sound like an idiot but I may have accomplished looking like one, good job!
After being swiped in and checking myself over in every reflection I laid my eyes on, I met with Tanise Francis, co-founder of Fabric Twinz.

New York City based designer, Tanise “Fabric Twinz” Francis is creating quite the buzz among the stars. Known as one half of the “The Fabric Twinz” duo by the industry’s elite, Tanise has been able to maintain the popularity and integrity of the Fabric Twinz brand since her partner’s departure in 2011. Since then, she has dressed and styled hip hop icons such as Lil Kim, R&B sensation K.Michelle, actress Elise Neal, Terri Vaughn, tv host Rocsi Diaz. Reality TV stars from VH1′s Love & Hip Hop and Basketball Wives such as Thairy Jose, Shaunie O Neal, Jennifer Williams just to name a few. Even many of NYC’s most popular socialites.

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MTV Movie Awards Best Dressed

Last night I had to make a tough decision between watching the MTV Movie Awards or a new episode of Game of Thrones. After watching the Red Carpet Pre-Award show with as much excitement as if the actual show was commencing I decided hitting the record button on my remote and tuning into GoT was a better way to spend the remainder of my evening. Besides, no one really take this award show seriously other than to watch the trailers for new-upcoming summer blockbusters. Plus, I watched what I needed to watch; the who, what and wear of fashion. I was so glad I made that decision because last night episode was the happiest I ever been with a show's ending! "Ding dong the witch is dead" is all I have to say to that! On to the best dressed at the MTV Movie Awards

There was a lot of contenders but I kept the list as short as the average length of a Hollyweird relationship. Starting with my no. 7 pick, Rita Ora:

Rita Ora is often a hit or miss with me. One minute I'm like 'Yea that's definitely dope!" the next I'm left like an anime character with a bunch of ??? around my head. But this black, low-cut gown by Barbara Casasola is a win in my book. 

Next is Jessica Alba. I was inches away of putting Jessica in no. 7 simply because I'm not too please of the shape this outfit gives her. It's almost boxy. BUT I love the color choices and the overall look she pulled together with a summery bandeau top by Pieve d'Anarchive, a flared skirt by Kenzo and printed Jimmy Choo pumps.

This is such a cute summer outfits Rocsi Diaz wore plus she's is pulling the monochromatic all-white trend quite nicely. Took me a while to find out who she was wearing (I guess no one cared to ask, ouch) but she is wearing Monica Rose by @loversfriendsla with nude Christian Louboutin pumps. 

Now for the top 4! I placed Nicki Minaj as no. 4 because she kept it simple,clean and dashed it with sexy in this body-hugging Alexander McQueen dress! I think this is one of her best looks to date! When she's not doing her caricatures and wearing her Lady Gaga-esque outfits I love to see more of this Nicki Minaj.

Rih-Rih!! This woman's fashion senses are off  the charts and I love her daring nature! This look, lounge wear couture by Ulyana Sergeenko, is feeding me Eartha Kitt from Boomerang if she was still in her prime! Fabulous darrrling! However, she's no. 3 because, honestly, if it was anyone else wearing this I don't think they would receive the same praise and/or reaction as everyone is giving Rihanna. 

It has been very interesting and fun watching Miss Zendaya grow and I'm quite pleased with her sense of style. She knows what works for her and this time isn't any different. This floral frock by Emanuel Ungaro, which is totes on trend, fits her tomboyish figure perfectly adding length to her slender frame. The slit as well as the ankle strap Christian Louboutins add to the sex appeal.

My no. 1 look for the evening was hands down Ms. Lupita Nygon'o! This colorful Chanel frock is vibrant and playful! You really can't help but to stop and look at the details. Pairing the outfit with sky blue Christian Louboutin (I guess CL shoes was the memo) added to the sugary fun of the overall look!

 Do you agree or disagree with the order of 'Best Dressed'? Who were your favorites?

1 skirt + 4 looks = Sofistafunk!

Happy Monday! Hope everyone had a great weekend especially since the weather was finally acknowledging that it's Spring! We needed sun & 50 degree weather in NY because we all know this time of the year = legs! I get to rock shorts and skirts without feeling like I sentenced myself to death by hypothermia.

My 'Hot Find' for today is a skirt with flair & funk! This skirt, known as "Two Face", was created by Sofistafunk. The label, established 1999 led by designer Arlinda McIntosh, incorporates bold, feminine and ultra versatile designs that explore the alliances between the Elizabethan era through the Victorian period creating a contemporary yet couture aesthetic.

Arlinda McIntosh (left) in her own Sofistafunk design

Best known for their uninhibited and ultra girly approach to skirt making, the label has become a favorite amongst clients for their timeless, grand and picturesque creations.

 "Our skirts are designed to make a lady feel as if she's about to attend the ball, but meant to be worn everyday on the streets of her casually elegant life." -Arlinda M. 

I had so much fun styling this because the possibilities were almost endless! But for the sake of the post I created four looks that were based on the idea of transitioning from day to night.

 Item of focus: Sofistafunk "Two Faced" skirt

Can be found on sofistafunk.com. Follow them @sofistafunk 

Top left: For a night on the town, you can dress up the skirt with a pair of pumps & keep it polished with a light, white button-up
Top right: Keep it flirty by pairing the skirt with a crop top. Add wedges with a pop of color for a bit of fun
Bottom left: Chic & trendy is the game when pairing the skirt with a checkered red/black button up with a white tank underneath to break the pattern contrast. Stay comfy by adding cute black flats
Bottom right: Keep it casual & light with a basic graphic tee & tennis shoes. Cute but laid back is always in style.

Have a Spring Skirt look? Post it with the hashtags #KissSpring #BlakLabels and let's see what you got!