Office - Perfect Signature Piece

I'm starting a series on office decor (home or studio) starting with a WOW statement piece. I picked a statement piece for my office that would last a lifetime - a mirror credenza. The crendenza's main purpose was to provide storage since I didn't have a closet and needed a way to hide items. Also, if I decided to close my office, this piece would look great in my house and could easily be incorporated into my home decor.

The credenza has increased in value - I purchased my Borghese from Z Gallarie six years ago for $899, the same piece is now valued at $1299 on their website.

Borghese Mirror Credenza

Decide on a statement piece that will work best for your space....chairs, table, bookcase, desk. Check out some of my favorites from Pottery Barn, Z Gallerie and World Market. Once you have a statement piece then you can start pulling in accessories as you build your perfect office space.

Ken Fulk Admiral Side Chair - Pottery Barn

Ken Fulk Admiral Bar Cart - Pottery Barn

Isabella Cabinet - Z Gallerie

Emeald Marian Loveseat - World Market

Omni Hotel Amelia Island - Thinking Outside the Box

This picture says it all....I had the opportunity to visit or should I say explore all that the Omni Amelia Island to offer. It wasn't until I was home that I had an "ah-ha" moment. This was the first venue that really got it! When I say got it, I mean thinking waaaay outside the box. Why have the groom's get together for the guys at a restaurant...what about on a cliff overlooking the golf course and ocean.

Why have bridal luncheon at the cafe when you can host your fab, fun celebration under large oak trees by the tennis court. What better way to enjoy the day sipping mimosa and watching young, hot tennis pros - I digress. Or, lunch at the chef's private greenhouse. You get the point, most venue don't promote other options but the Omni Amelia Island didn't miss a beat in making sure every event was unique.

And, I can't close without talking about those bourbon honey tea cocktails -- with honey made from their private on-property bee farm. I don't even like bourbon, but that honey tea was divine. #omni #omni_aip #travelblogger #venue #weddings #events #wedgail #firstclass #FAM

Stylish Natural Hair for any Occasion

I am fascinated by Anthony Elliott's (Anthony Cuts) skills with a blow dryer and hair brush. The videos can be found on Facebook and YouTube. He does it all, from makeup, coloring and anything related to beauty. Wow, I can only imagine picking up my phone and calling him for one of my clients or even me! As more African American women are transitioning to natural protective hair styles, it is great to have so many options.

Bridal Week - Spotlight Naeem Khan 2016

Swoon, one of my favorite designers from Bridal week has to be Naeem Khan - hands down. These gowns are sexy, sparkly with a bit of sass. Naeem Khan is known for his embroidery couture and over the top styling with a Spanish influence. Yes, I want to get married again - just so I can wear one of these beauty down the aisle.