Some Real Talk: Why Must We Tear Ourselves and Each Other Down???

Today's blog really has nothing to do with hair, fashion, shopping, or beauty. I'm writing to day out of complete irritation with the African American female population especially my generation. Nothing gets under my skin more than women who have no type of value for themselves and like to bring other women down with them. Everyday I hear women say (including myself) that they are no good men out there. Well the reason that there isn't much to choose from is because, we as women don't up hold our standards and go along with what every foolishness men dish out, all for attention. And what we don't realize is that we are just making it hard for all females. Do you think men would cheat and sleep around if they didn't have anyone to be triflin with??? Honestly, I can't wrap my head around it. Maybe it's my up bringing in the church, or just how I was raised. How can you sleep with a man who you know is married or in a relationship???? Even more so, the question of the century is, how can you even sleep with a man who you know for a fact that some one you consider your friend was involved with?????? Why would you even want to share that? That is beyond nasty and triflin. Do you not have any value for your friends, relationship, or your body??????? The thing that I really can stomach is the one's who brag about it and have no shame. The ones who think it's cute and just do wayyyy too in the presence of men to allude very clear what they can do under the sheets.What ever happened to morals and charm??????? Do you not know that if you behave in that manner that that's all you are going to get in return? If that's you portray yourself as, that's all your going to get in return. My beautiful queens you are worth so much than that. When are we going get back to being women that men would be pround to have on their arm and not just the back burner chick? This is something that has sadden my for years, there are too many young beautiful women in the world (especially African Americans) who don't know their worth, and are looking for love and all the wrong attention. Don't get me wrong I am no where near perfect, but what happen to sex being something special. Let me tell you some thing, and I'm saying this from experience, as women, we can not just have sex with no emotion....it's not going to happen. Men can do it, but we can't. When a woman has sex with a man there is a soul tie created. If a women is just having sex with every Tom, Dick, Harry, and Jane...there is a deeper issue...she's looking for something and just destorying herself in the process. I think every woman should watch Junita Bynum's sermon entitled "No More Sheets." It's YouTube. I can't post the link right now because I'm at work and YouTube is blocked but I will post it as soon as possible.

Budget Diva: Make Me Chic

A friend of mine put me on this fierce budget goldmine of online shopping (shout out to Ms. Shawn Bolden). Superstar style at common folk prices??? How can you not for in love. MakeMeChic.com offers apparel, shoes, handbags and accessories. Check them out. I promise it will be love at first site!!!!!

Streetwalker's Shoe Review: Leopard Print Enigma Bootie

Shut 'em down with this FIERCE gold and lepoard print bootie. This bootie features a gold buckle at the ankle, a peep toe, a platform, and a 5" heel. This shoe is available at Bare Feet Shoes. Go Check them out!!!

Healthy Hair Journey: DAY 1

In the spring, I went from collar bone length hair, to a shaved in the back, to a mohawk. I then started to grow my hair back by doing quick weaves using Grow Protect Solution. Now that my hair has grown to the point where the shaved part is now grippable, I am now going to start wear wigs. This is the fastest way for me to grow my hair. Today I washed my hair with Cream of Nature Shampoo for color treated hair for the first shampoo-ing and Pantene Pro-V Relaxed & Natural Anti-Danfruff Shampoo for the second. I then deep conditioned with Pantene Pro-V Relaxed & Natural Intenseive Moisturizing Conditioner and applied Doo Gro "Anti-Itch Growth Oil", under a plastic cap. Sitting under a dryer would really do the trick, but I really hate sitting under the dryer so I just leave the cap on for a while and start doing something else. After I while I washed the conditioner and oil out really well and applied a palm full of Dr. Miracle Relaxed Hair Potion leave in conditioner. I then molded my hair with gel, foam wrap lotion and spritz. Usually what I do is just apply some heat protectant (the best is Nexus or Mazani) and blow dry it and put it in a pony-tail, but I am in major need of a relaxer and I'm just putting it off for a couple of weeks. If I were to blow dry my hair, it would be extremely poofy and would not lay down, therefore my wig would not lay right on my head. The gel that I prefer to use for molding is Ampro black styling gel. I also like Proclaim Olive Oil Foaming Wrap Lotion  and Bonner Brothers Pump It Up Spritz. After molding my hair, it wrapped it with Sanek Jump Wrap strips and set under the dryer. I then put on the wig (Vanessa - Joby), securing it with plenty of bobbi pins. I really like it for right now. It does shead a lot. I think I'm going to buy a synthentic lace front wig when I go home this weekend. So if you have questionleave a comment. Peace out my loves!!!!!!!!!!!

Daily Holla: Hairsisters.com

I am officially in love with this site. Because I currently stay in central Illinois while I'm in school, I don't have much to choose from when it comes to weave and wigs. There are only two "African American" beauty supplies in the Bloomington-Normal area; one dosen't sell Outre at all, the other does but it's high, and both have a limited selection of hair. I don't always have the money to go home to get hair when I want to do my hair. I stumbled upon Hair Sisters by various references on You Tube. This site is great the offer all the major hair brands and has low cost shipping. You can find just about anything you want here. They currently have a 20- 40% off holiday sale going on with $1.99 ground shipping! Check them out ASAP! http://www.hairsisters.com/

Daily Holla: Bitch Slap Cosmetics

I have yet to try these products yet, but I've heard nothing but great things about this unique comestic line. CandiceCC did a review on Bitch Slap Cosmetics on youtube. Check out the site http://www.bitchslapcosmetics.com/

Front and Center Bob Using Outre Duby

This is a bob that I did for my mother recently. I molded the hair with Grow Protect "Glue Free" Solution. The hair I used was Outre Duby in 1B. If you want to purchase this hair check out Hairsisters.com. Tell me what you think!

My 27 pcs using Milky Way 27 pcs and Outre duby

I know its late but I finally got the picture for the 27 pcs I did. Now this it's my first time doing one, but my first time wearing one. I am offically addicted! Tell me what you think. Video coming soon to the youtube channel.

Street Walker's Shoe Review

This shoe is every bit of FIERCE! The Marcia in Pansy Purple is by Vince Camuto. This flirty suede pump features a closed pointed toe, a 1/2 inch hidden platform and a 4 1/2 inch platform. Its also avaliable in stone and black.This shoe carries a price tag of $119.19 at http://www.heels.com/

Budget Diva Shopper: Tool Science Hair dryer

Sally beauty supply as usually has great sales going on and now you can get a Tool Science Lightweight  Nano Sliver Dryer free with the purchase of Tool Science Nano Sliver flat iron. Promo code: 444112

Streetwalker's Shoe Review: Charlotte Russe Patent and Sude Boot

This sexy ankle boot is a must-have. It features faux sude, patent leather, buckled straps, almond toe, and a 4" stiletto heel. This boot available exculsively at Charlotte Russe in whole sizes 6-9 for $39.99. Check it out at www. charlotterusse.com

An Answer to My Prayer: Plus Size Diva Shopping Report: Faith 21

Ok so for those who read my post on the struggles in find good quality and fairly priced pluse size clothing, I have found out that my favorite store in the whole world, Forever 21 now offers plus sizes. The new line is called Faith 21, and the best part is the prices are low!!!!! They currently offer sizes L-2X and will soon offer 3X.  Go check them out!

It's Finally Here : Wales Palette #2

So I finally received my Wales Palette in the mail. I'm still so shocked that got it for $2 (gotta love ebay!). It was brand new; the only thing was that the top was damaged during shipping. I haven't had an opportunity to try the colors out yet, but I'm going out tonight so maybe I'll break them in. I'll take pictures of my various looks and keep up all posted!!!!!!!

Streetwalker's Shoe Review: Guess Iola Sandal

Step into the spotlight in these FIERCE smoldering black sandals from Guess.  Take your look to the next level with this black leather sandal featuring a 4 3/4 inch heel and a 1 inch platform for sky-high fashion. A black leather upper with plenty of angular cut-outs creates a sexy strappy pattern from ankle to toe. This shoe is for sale for $119.99 at http://www.heels.com/. Go check them out!!!

Daily Holla: Cato's Knock-Offs

Yesterday I went to Cato to return a sweater, and I noticed that they sell knock-off brand perfume. Now I never purchase knock-offs that are blantenly knocking off a designer, but this something great for those of us on a tight budget. They have knock off brands of all the popular perfumes like, Ed Hardy, Paris Hilton's Can Can, Baby Phat Goddess, Burberry, and many others. The gift sets are only $8 and the large bottles are only $3. Now even though have knock-off sounding names like Tattooed (Ed Hardy), Yes Yes (Can Can), and Bamberry (Burberry), they smell excatly like their designer counterpart. Checkout http://www.catofashions.com/ to find a store near you.

Real Talk: Shopping Plus Size.....So Irratating!!!!!!

Hello everyone I just want talk about the shopping pains of the young, full-figured and voluptuous. As much as I love fashion, I really hate shopping. Some of you may as ask, "girl why is that?" Well my darlings, that is because I deal with the issue of finding things that fit me correctly and don't make me look older than I am. Real talk, I'm kind of tired of people thinking I'm 29 years old with kids. I can dress the hell out of other people but when I comes to myself....don't get me wrong I'm known as one of the best dressed females, but it's not as FIERCE as it could be. Now it just really pisses me off that I can never find a pair jeans that fit correctly. If you know me, I LOVE leggings...why? Because I was blessed with a few extra in the middle and jeans just push it up creating an unwanted roll that pokes through shirts. NOT CUTE AT ALL. Now, I know us Thick Madames, have always been told to wear long shirts and empire tops.....I don't know about you, but that just makes me look bigger and pregnant. SO NOT WHAT'S UP! Now, what I have found effective for me and other young women in that gray area between juniors/misses and plus/women's: tops with large ruffles, and tops with banned bottoms work with our body type nicely. And if you are heavy in the chest area, please avoid trapeze tops at all cost! But back to my fustration, the one thing that really grinds my gear is that plus size items are just so expensive! I understand that the price would be a little more because of the need for extra fabric, but if I'm going to pay more I don't want it to look like I got it from the sales rack at Deb's or Rainbow. Now for my more voluptuous diva's, there is a store, Torrid that has trendy plus size clothes, it a little high but that have nice clothes (check out http://www.torrid.com/) But as for me, if anyone has any solutions to this issue that plagues me so, fell free to drop a comment LOL. Love you all!

Daily Holla

Today's holla is about Milkyway 27 pcs. I've done them before, but I've done the one on my own head  for the first time last night. I really like it, it came out kind of FIRECE! (I will be posting a video on the look soon) It's only $12 a pack. For my ISU student's, it's only available at Kim's on Market. The good news is you really only need one pack of hair. This hair is so versatile. Endless possibilities!!!!

Make Me Over, Make Me Nice: Wales Palette Vs. The Icing

Ok so I'm addicated to Goldenchild789's channel on youtube, and one of the palettes that she mentioned she uses Wales palette. So I found some online that were like over $20. You know I'm always looking for a deal so I when to http://www.ebay.com/ and bidded on a "Wales" 96 eye shadow.  I ended up winning it for like $2. (What a deal right?) So I'm waiting on that. I did go to the Icing to day and they also have large eye shadow palettes (not sure how many colors but they have different sizes). The largest all shadow palette I was $20. If I get a little extra money, I will try it out. I will keep you all posted once I recieved my palette and post some pictures of some looks.

Payless Update

So I when to Payless today get a pair of Christian Siriano shoes (the mustard and black ones to be exact) and they really broke my heart. Unfortunately they are not available in Bloomington-Normal. My darlings it appears once again, this is something that we are just going to have to go to Chicago. I will keep you up dated in my quest for Fierce-ness!!!!!!!

Budget Diva: OMG! I've Died and Gone to Heaven!!! Christian Siriano at Payless???

If you don't shop at Payless I bet you will now. I dog-gone near had a fit when I read this article on http://www.fashionwithfifi.com/. Payless team up Project Runway's season 4 winner to bring this new holiday collection, which is every bit of FERICE!!!!!!!!! Everything in this collection is between $30- $50, and the best part is that it's BOGO! If want to check out the full article hit up http://www.fashionwithfifi.com/ and best sure to check your nearest Payless Shoe Source store (http://www.payless.com/)

Daily Holla

Today's holla is about Outre Duby. This is the best $15 you will ever spend. For my ISU student's in Bloomington-Normal it is only available at Beauty Maxx on Rabb road and I believe it's $25 per box (so you may want to head to Chicago for some). It's pre-bumped hair that gives you that natural layered wrap look. I love it be cause it doesn't tangle! I used in a quick weave with an invisible part. Once I get my natural hair long enough to braid I'm going to do a sewing with it. But you should mos def try this hair out. I promise you'll thank me later. LOL.

You can check out this video on youtube by jamise79 to see what it looks like in a quick weave style. Thanks girl for the info!

www.youtube.com/watch?v=HqwSOyoMdGI

Here is just a look at some of the things I currently use. I've ordered some new product from http://www.ebay.com/, so I will be doing hauls on those once I receive them. I'm kind of new to this whole thing so please leave comments and tell me what you think! Love you all!

B. Queenly Designs at OneTrueMedia.com

My first hair style vid. Please Comment.

Make an on-line slide show at www.OneTrueMedia.com

New Found Love

Being a college student on a limited budget a had to cut a lot of expensive that I had in high school, including getting my hair done every two week. With my experience working as a shampoo girl in my aunt's shop, and my love of experimenting, I picked up on lot. Soon doing hair became my little side hustle. I decided to create a blog page about, hair, make-up, and fashion not just because those are the things I love, or because I want to just bring more publicity to my little "mini business" but because I want to help all young women to bring there inter beauty out.