Natural Hair Recap [Months 1 - 6]

It's officially been 6 months since my Big Chop last August and I couldn't be more happy with my progress!! I'm still in the process of getting settled in ATL, so this update will be a quick pictorial... nonetheless, even in pictures the growth is apparent and amazing! I get a lot of questions about the products I use to make my hair grow... honestly, I don't do anything special! I don't even twist the fro every night as I should... I just love and take care of my hair! I co-wash and deep condition weekly and I don't overwhelm my hair with products. Quarterly trims (it's about time for one now) and keeping my hair stretched and free through twist-outs may be contributing to the growth, but it's nothing I'm doing on purpose, I promise! I've...

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[OOTD]: Don't Sweat My Dress!

Happy Friday loves! I uploaded a little Outfit of The Day quickie to my YouTube channel last week and totally forgot to share with my blog readers! It's nothing much, just something I threw together and thought was kinda cute [; Hope you like! ...

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Baby Let Mee [Update] Ya..

Hello my loves! I know it's been like forever since my last real post, and I must apologize to my faithful followers! I'm sorry I had to sacrifice some time and attention, but your girl is back and in full effect!! Hair is getting biig too [= This little spur-of-the-moment hiatus of mine was not in vain... A lot has happened over the last couple of weeks that has placed me in a totally different lane in my life and I'm looking forward to this new journey that I've embarked upon. Last Friday, February 17, 2012, marked my last day of employment. I am now 100% self-employed now and as frightening as that sounds, it is also quite liberating. I feel like the world is mine and now it's really up to me to go after what I want... no excuses! Now...

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And the PynkLayce 'Be Mine' Giveaway Winners are...

Hey my loves! It's been weeks, I know smh - but the wait is ova [Rihanna voice]. This contest was a fairly easy one since there were only 2 successful entries this time around. Congratulations to Natural Hair Latina and Queen! You lovely ladies each get a pair of the earrings you wanted as well as a discount on your next PynkLayce purchase! Please send mail your mailing info to pynklayce@gmail.com by 11:59pm CST Wednesday, February 22, 2012 to claim your prize. Prizes will be shipped out on Thursday morning :) Be on the lookout for more contests / giveaways soon.....

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The PynkLayce ‘Be Mine’ Giveaway! [CLOSED]

Yep, yep… it’s giveaway time!! Today marks the 2nd day of the month of love and because I LOVE my followers sooo much, I’ve been secretly planning to give away a pair of PynkLayce earrings for quite some time now hehehee [= If you follow me on Twitter, Facebook, or YouTube, I’m more than sure you’ve heard about my PynkLayce Accessories line. My passion is creating beautiful, custom jewelry pieces that SCREAM exclusivity without breaking your budget. I have received so much love and support from the natural hair community that I feel compelled to give something back. Interested in entering super easy this giveaway? Here are the rules: • You MUST be a registered member of this blog site… If you haven’t done so yet, be sure to hit the ‘Join...

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When the week[end]s...

Happy Monday my loves! I hope you all enjoyed your weekend as much as I did mine [= I participated in my first art showcase at the Inner Recess Recording Studio here in New Orleans last Friday... I was sooo nervous; I really just didn't know what to expect! Now, don't get me wrong - I am confident in my jewelry line and the pieces I've created, but as an artist I am still sensitive about my shit [in my Erykah Badu voice lol]. Mee in my Fire and Desire feather earlaces [= This was a new experience for me (as well as the hosts) considering the fact that the once-monthly Friday Night Mash events usually showcase still, visual art pieces like portraits and paintings. With PynkLayce being one of the featured artists this month, I was...

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Head Over [Heels].

OH. EM. GEE! I saw these shoes and damn near had a heart attack! I absolutely adore them [= The Iris van Herpen X United Nude product is a glamorous ankle bootie with smooth round lines and golden leather detailing on the front and back of the shoe, with three-dimensional characteristics. Transparency, reflections and movements create the effect of visual estrangement. The construction of the shoe is so complicated and precise that each pair is 100% hand-made with the highest grade Italian calf Nappa available. With an almost 6 inch heel, the shoe is a collab of designers Iris van Herpen and United Nude. It is currently available in black nappa with chains (pictured), as well as plain black, off-white, and tan...

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Bring that Bush Back!

Happy Tuesday my loves! I hope everyone is having a productive day... I fell asleep last night pondering new ideas for blog topics and woke up with the answer staring me directly in the face: Yep, I did it again... another night of falling asleep without re-twisting my hair AND without Bonnie (my satin bonnet). I know I'm messing up big time and it's a slowly-forming habit I'm determined to break. Anyway, of course I woke up to a flat, misshapen, wiry mess that I had to sprucen up with the quickness if I planned on making it to work on time (or at all). What did I do? I broke out the old faithfuls! Coconut Oil Taliah Waajid Curly Curl Creme Water I started by spritzing my hair with a little water... I didn't want to get it soaking wet;...

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5 Month Natural Hair Update

Yep yep, it's update time! I'm actually like a week late and I didn't get a chance to shoot a video, but I couldn't let this month go by without dropping an update. 1.12.2012 marked the 5th month since my Big Chop and Mee & my fro have been through quite a lot... I'm talking more than just styles or products. It's like every day I'm falling deeper and deeper in love with my hair (and myself); even when it doesn't want to do what I want it to, I still totally DIG my hair. That's such a great feeling... Alright, so let's get down to it. If you've seen any of my other natural hair updates, you know I usually do a comparison of progress... this time let's compare a Month 1 Wash and Go (left) to a Month 5 Wash and Go (right): Crazy right?...

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My Flexi-rod #FAIL!

Hey loves! I know it's been a few days since my last post... I've been really sick and extremely tired since this past weekend. However, your girl is back :) If you follow me on Twitter you probably saw me tweeting about my daughter's makeup-themed 4th birthday party and all we'd planned to do to celebrate 'Another Year of Fabulous'. I also announced an upcoming flexi-rod set tutorial... NOT gonna happen! Well, not this week anyway. I'd planned on doing the trial run for my daughter's party last Saturday before recording the actual turorial on Sunday, but I knew I wouldn't like the results before I even took the rods out... I just wasn't feeling it. Now, I'm not sure if the fail was due to the amount of hair I sectioned,...

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[Inspiration]

Let me tell ya'll how I love EVERYTHING about this pic. From the hair down to the shoes... Lawwd the SHOES!! I don't know about you, but I feel pretty damn inspired right about now lol. Happy Friday [...

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Head over [Heels].

I have fallen in loooove with these 5 1/2 in. wedges I spotted over at GoJane.com. The only reason I'm not posting a picture of me in them is because they've sold out in my size in both black and beige :( I've really been checking the site for new stock like everyday lol... stalk much? Looks like the only chicks in luck are those who wear a 6 or 6 1/2. If anyone knows another site where these shoes are avaiable I'd appreciate the link! Hope you had a happy Wednesday...

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[OOTD]: Red Skirt.Cheetah Cardi.Ankle Boots

Another boring Tuesday at the place of employment, so you know what that means... today is an 'Outfit of the Day' day (= [click pics to enlarge] The Deets. .:Cheetah Print Cardigan ~ Victoria's Secret $20:.  .:Red Pencil Skirt ~ Forever XXI $12:.  .:Brown Ankle Booties: Rue 21 $30:.  .:Earrings: Abalone Shells purchased in Cozumel $15:.  I originally planned to wear my nude pumps with this outfit, but it's kinda rainy and nasty outside so I opted for the ankle boots instead. I've never worn them with a skirt before so I was a bit skeptical, but I really am pleased with the overall look! Tied a brown belt (AKA ribbon) around my waist to keep the cardi in place and voila! Hope you like (...

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