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5 Reasons Cancun is Not Just for Spring Breakers

I had the joy of traveling to Cancun for a quick vacation in November. Now Cancun usually brings to mind wild college spring breakers, so I figured I was going to have a pretty vanilla vacation experience.  I was pleasantly surprised to find that besides being a gorgeous resort town, Cancun has lots of culture and adventurous activities to offer beyond the beach. I highly recommend it for a great couples or family getaway. Here are my top five Cancun experiences: 1. Swimming in an underground cenote -  A cenote is a natural pit or sinkhole created by the collapse of limestone bedrock; the collapse exposes...

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My City 4 Ways Atlanta with Ford/ESSENCE Recap

My City 4 Ways Atlanta with Ford/ESSENCE Recap

Back in September, I had the privilege of being part of the Ford/ESSENCE My City 4 Ways Atlanta event!! Being a vendor in 2016 was amazing enough and this year I got to tell my #GoFurther story on film, have a conversation with the brilliant June Ambrose and (drumroll) give a headwrap tutorial to the crowd on stage.
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5 Must-Do Activities for a Two-Day London Trip

5 Must-Do Activities for a Two-Day London Trip

I traveled to Reigate in the UK (located about 40 minutes south of London), in October and was able to squeeze in a 2-day expedition to the city. I had such a good time and so much to tell you about that I actually have to squeeze it into three blog posts. Here's my first installment.  #1 Victoria & Albert Museum    Gorgeous museum with a vast collection of art from around the globe. I caught a special exhibit on the history of underwear called "Undressed" but I was most impressed by their permanent fashion history collection. I can't get...

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The Shirt Dress

By: Wilmonia Harris It’s a timeless classic that has a sleek style with a chic simplicity that’s ideal for any occasion. No matter what the season, this classic piece will take you from a busy work day to an evening out with the girls for a cocktail. From bold colors and prints, to embellishments and sparkle – there’s a shirt dress out there for you and your style. Here are five style inspirations on how to rock a shirt dress. 1. A-line fit and flare: 2. Plaid and sleeveless: 3. Denim Style chic: 4. Graphic print with a skinny belt:...

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