When Life Gives You Lemons..

I have been neglecting you I know, but honestly there hasn't been much to blog about. Well maybe I'm over exaggerating the situation, there has been plenty to discuss. I just haven't been in the mood to write. Im not sure why I go through these awful, awkward, writers block moments a lot. But besides my new business venture Chatter Box and working with Pusha Chix, life has been pretty pleasurable.

I took some time off to visit close friends and family in both DC and North Carolina for about two weeks. I enjoy moments like that, when I can travel away from the city to breath, to think and to relax clearly; it makes me a appreciate my life journey more.

I have a great deal of time on my hands this summer. Im looking forward to broadening my business, building new clientele, and expanding my portfolio. So if any one is interested in linking up, please do not hesitate to contact me.

BACK AT IT!!!

We did it again! The Pusha Chix team is still killing it! I did a exceptionally well on wardrobe if I do say so myself! And the girls kicked super ass in their performance.

I wanted the girls to look edgy and tough with a splash of sexy sprinkled on top! Their black knitted jerseys gave them edge, up until they swopped the jerseys for leather jackets, vest, and sequin studded gloves! Their final look consisted of them getting rid of their leather cover ups to teasing the crowd in bralettes, bustiers, pin up shorts, and fishnets!

How's that for performance attire?

Still need a clearer picture, check out the video below! 

Pusha Chix

I am now working with this incredible dance company Pusha Chix, as a wardrobe stylist. About two weeks ago I landed my first gig with them, at the Re-Living Color 90's themed party hosted by, Puma & Sassy of VH1's Black Inc Crew. Due to me working the event, I wasn't able to snag many behind-the-scenes photos but, I was able to record some really cool footage of the party. My video skills have improved a lot since "The Mannequins Around You" post! Check it out!                             

Want to learn more about Pusha Chix visit:

www.pushachix.com

bookpushachix@gmail.com 

Instagram: @Pushachix

Twitter: @PushaChix

Facebook: PushaChix

Let Me Explain

Wow, I feel like I haven't had a second to get my thoughts together. The past two weeks have been extremely time consuming. I haven't had a chance to think a-lot-of situations through. I'm a Capricorn, which means I'm a very structured person and I haven't been able to prioritize like I should. I have been collaborating on a few new projects that have been somewhat challenging. Challenging in a way, that has forced me to perform outside of my comfort zone, which is absolutely amazing! I would like to think that I have been cooking up something great for the future or summer maybe!

I really appreciate all of the feed back that I have been receiving! It amazes me every time someone tells me they have read Ghetto Children. My goal is to continue inspiring all of my readers! The year 2014 is all about self improvement, independence, and progression. 

I've learned that there are no specific guidelines to follow in order to obtain success. Most times we are searching for some outside connection to bring us closer to our dream. This way of thinking is totally unrealistic, no one can bring you closer to your dreams only you can do that! And those connections that your looking for, you've already found them. Your connections are those people you associate yourself with regardless, if it's on a daily basis or not. Make use of your surroundings and everyone around you then, watch how everything falls into place. 

The Come Up

New York City is full of opportunities. I'm deciding to tap into my entrepreneur instincts again. Remember when I was preparing for my transition to NYC and I sold just about everything I owned, including most of my clothes and shoes? I set up shop right on campus, in the living room of my dorm, and in the lobby of my residence hall. I moved to NYC on a whim, so I had to do what I had to do; I'll never forget those days. 

I've decided to dive back into my hustlers mentality. This is the mindset of the 2014 young professional. Everyone is capable of attaining success. I don't mean to sound too cliche but it takes hard work, and extreme dedication. It also takes patience, know that nothing happens over night.  As well as perseverance, regardless of the long hours and sleepless nights, you have to persevere and continue to push yourself to the limit. 

I've always wanted something of my own, something that would leave a lasting impression on others. I wanted to produce a brand for women that inspire to inspire. I want to represent this new culture of women with exceptionally high standards for themselves. Women with confidence, women that embrace their colorful sexualities, women who accept change, and views her failures as life lessons. 

I'm taking on a new challenge in producing my own accessories brand, Chatterbox Accessories. I'm just in the beginnings stages of everything, but I'm still very proud of the outcome. Click on the links below to view and purchase daring accessories!

Shop Chatterbox Accessories

Store: chatterbox.storenvy.com

Instagram: @shopchatterbox

Gmail: shopchatterbox@gmail.com

Confetti Men's 2014 Spring Collection

Last Sunday, I was invited to Duckie's exclusive Spring 2014 Men's Presentation. I was so anxious because I'd never experienced a fashion presentation before. Guest were encouraged to stand up and feel garments for texture and quality. We were also asked to take photos as the male models graced the walkway. This event was a new experience and I was introduced to a more sophisticated-urban-style of men's fashion, take a look....

What I Wore..

Kelly Green Sued-Felt Mortocylcle Jacket/ H&M

Plaid School Scort/ Top Shop

White V-Neck T-Shirt/ Forever21

Black Opaque Tights/ American Apparel 

Black Anckle Pointed Toe Boots/ Call It Spring

Silver Tin Lunch Box/ Vintage 

Come Get This Work

I understand that nothing comes easy and life would be a lot less complicated if I just gave up on my dreams. As an outsider looking in, it seems as if everyone is making things pop for themselves, without any kind of hardships or struggles. But I'm learning not to compare myself to everyone else. What I've chosen to do instead, is to look at their success as a tool for motivation. 

Why should I spend any of my time being angry or saddened by an opportunity that wasn't for me? 

There is no use in doubting myself and strenghts just because of what life has provided for someone else. I'm also learning that time is truly of the essence. I've always thought that the successful never slept. I thought it was a requirement to overwork yourself night and day in order to be on top. But how one obtains success is totally up to the individual. I'm learning to spend my time on things that matter and that will only help further my career. I'm only committing to things that will enhance my skills and perfect my craft. 

Time is truly of the essence, so stop wasting yours on things that do not matter! 

No Dull Moments

The past two weeks have been hectic. I haven't been managing my time properly and work has been consuming most of my personal life. But last Sunday, I experienced something so surreal. 

I had the pleasure of working with luxury accessory designer Laurel De Witt and celebrity socialite Legendary Damon. Damon's Lux Ball/Birthday Celebration Extravaganza was highly anticipated and majorly exclusive for the elite.

The team and I completed wardrobe looks with metal plaited arm and neck pieces, over sized body chains/shackles and enormous head crowns linked to chain tassels and metal coins all from Laurel De Witt's newest collection.  When styling loud statement pieces such as Laurel's it is always best to dress the look as simple but daring at the same time. It's quite easy to ruin an outfit like this just by outfit collision. What's outfit collision? Outfit collision is the cause of pairing two loud pieces together creating a fatal clash, committing wardrobe suicide. 

However, we decided to pair Laurel's accessories with slim fitting lace dresses, delicate lace two piece crops with matching bottoms, silk V line dresses, and floor length tutu skirts. The models wore smoky eyeshadow overtop of their eyes, balanced out with nude and pastel lip colors. Their ponytails were snatched high and long. Some wore dramatic crimp waves, and soft dramatic curls as well. 

To the Self Liberated Woman

The evaluation of WO-MAN is at it's peak or rather it's beginning stages. I like to think that we have changed tremendously, but only for the better. This new breed of woman is deadly, she is definitely someone to be afraid of. 

This new woman, 2014 woman, she is no joke. She was created with eyes capable of reading into another man's soul. She's born with an immaculate understanding for life. She is strongly oppionated and has so much more to prove. 

She is afraid of falling and transforming into a failure. She never takes no for an answer and views life as one big gamble. She's not afraid to risk it all in order to succeed. Women, this new breed of woman is a lone survivor, her strength is unattainable to man. 

She takes pride in making herself happy, she no longer turns to anyone else for self acceptance. She knows she's beautiful and she doesn't need validation from anyone. She's confident in her own skin, she embraces her sexuality, she is sexually liberated and doesn't care what anyone thinks about it. 

Woman, this new breed of woman is fierce and she knows it. She's morally correct in her own way. 

My Wife and Kids

It's always nice to reminince on the past. I enjoy looking back on life and remembering all of the good times I shared, with some of the most amazing people in the world! This past weekend I had a wonderful opportunity to reconnect with some old friends. We celebrated the birth of a new life, new beginnings and our newly found happiness. 

I never knew how much fun a baby shower could be, I guess everything is a celebration when your hanging out with best friends like mine! Prior to the baby shower, we all went shopping for some fantastic gifts together. We were so shocked, we couldn't believe we were actually shopping for baby shower gifts. It was also a little overwhelming if you ask me. I was amazed and I am still amazed at the women, wives, and adults we have grown to be since college. 

I love to reminance over times like these to see how far I've come. I imagine myself growing older each day but sistuations like this will always make me more aware. No matter how far you go in life or how much success you consume, it's good to reference back to your friends, family, and whatever situations that may have turned you into the person you are today. 

If I Was Your Best Friend

I've never had the type of personality to use others. I never thought it was necessary to use someone to get something that I wanted. I've always had a stickler, go getter personality. Even as a child, I remember knowing what I wanted and going after it, but it was always genuine and kindhearted. I could never understand how people would use each other by pretending to care. If I dislike someone, it's probably because I dislike their ways. I have the ability to read personalities and once I see someone's true colors my mind is then set. 

I simply love working as a team in any form of group setting. I can appreciate the connections, the team effort, and the ability to share ideas. But, I am not capable of stealing someone else's idea and running with it as if it was my own. I do believe ideas are created from other ideas, that is why I enjoy working in group settings. When working in these specific settings the relationships should be built of trust. All relationships should be built of trust, not just personal relationship but, friendships and "business-ships" as well. 

Do you think it's possible to make it in this "dog eat dog world" without using others for your personal success? How do you continue to build your net worth without loosing your integrity? 

It Cost Me A Lot! ! !

Why is it is so easy to loose focus on the things that matter? It's so challenging to go after the things we want from life but, it so easy to give up and let go. Would you consider letting go a form of quitting? Maybe, depending on the situation. I would never consider myself a quitter, I have to much pride for that. Although, I am the type of women that will no longer do things because I just don't want to. Should I still be labeled a quitter because of that?

I absolutely despise this statement "in order to get where you want to be, you have to do things you don't want to do". But, why is it that I should have to suffer in uncomfortable situations in order to be successful in life. If there is something that I don't like, I'm changing it. If I'm around someone I don't like, I'm leaving them. If I'm working at a place I no longer want to, I'm quitting simple as that. 

Should I be punished for my actions because of this? Am I trying to alter my road to success? Or am I just impatient and think things should go how I want them to? 

Honestly, am I really the only person that feels this way? 

What Now? ? ?

Ghetto Children, is not only geared towards fashion but, towards life and following your dreams; although, my original objective in 2010 was fashion. I was a Sophmore in college then, and fashion played a major role in my life. There were always fun activities going on around campus such as 10:40am breaks, basketball games, programs, and chicken Wednesdays in the cafe. My girlfriends and I dressed up for every occasion, a lot of times they would even look to me for fashion advice. 

My blogs purpose now, is to be of inspiration for everyone. It doesn't matter if your into fashion or not. Everyone encounters struggles, we all face hardships and challenges in life. Our goal despite it all, is to keep pushing and to keep moving forward. If you feel as though you aren't in a positive space in life, and your negative thoughts are beginning to take control over your actions, switch to surrounding yourself with positive people with good energy. Once you begin to think positively about yourself and your circumstances you will begin to see a positive change in your life. It's nice to have friends that you can talk to, that will always lend you advice of value. Sometimes it can get frustrating trying to communicate your emotions to someone who maybe unsympathetic to your situation. Engage in conversations with people who share the same interest that you have, that can also relate, or who are at least understanding. 

Once you begin to change your way of thinking, creat an outlet for yourself. My outlet is blogging, reading and fashion, yours may be be dancing, reading, writing, cooking, healthy living, or even mediating. These are all good forms of releasing negative energy to focus on something positive. 

Now, I've said all this to say we are only given one life to live and we are all blessed with specific gifts and talents. I moved to New York City to pursue a dream. I believe that any and everything is possible with a little hard work, dedication, and a lot of faith.