• 3 Easy Ways to Green Up Your Life Now

    3 Easy Ways to Green Up Your Life Now

    Source   Going green isn’t rocket science. I promise. You don’t have to spend a lot of money, join a yoga class or eat kale chips every day (unless that’s your thing). Going green and living a...

  • Brown Girls Love Samples Too: Why You Need “THE PILLOW BOX”

    Brown Girls Love Samples Too: Why You Need “THE PILLOW BOX”

    My pillow box I love samples. I’ve wasted tons of money in the past on products that didn’t work or just didn’t match my skin tone. How many of you have spent more money than you’d like on...

  • Books Just Do It Better

    Books Just Do It Better

    Don’t judge me. I’m still that bag lady hopping on the train or bus with a purse and heavier-than-life tote bag filled with books. Have I contemplated getting a kindle? Of course! Even the thought of...

Vixen of the Week: Taryn Renee a “Gorgeously Healthy” Blogger

Mon, Feb, 2012  Posted by sherrell  No Comments »
Vixen of the Week: Taryn Renee a "Gorgeously Healthy" Blogger If Taryn Renee and I would have been born in the same city, we probably would have ended up as best friends. She’s an eco-glam girl inspiring women to be “gorgeously healthy” and her blog is an inspiration for eating and living the right way. I’m so honored to feature her as a Vixen of the Week. Peep her interview below…   What do you love most about what you do? I absolutely love showing women that whether you’re busy with work or school, you can fit in a Glamorously Healthy lifestyle! It makes me happy to show women that they don’t have to spend hours and hours grocery shopping, planning meals, or cooking. I am totally about planning and cooking while fitting it into a busy...

Vixen of the Week: Chauna Brown – Bmore Polished Natural Nail Salon

Mon, Feb, 2012  Posted by sherrell  1 Comment »
Vixen of the Week: Chauna Brown - Bmore Polished Natural Nail Salon If nail polish were crack I’d probably be on it. Wait….  Did I really just say that? (Don’t tell my momma). I’m sure that many of you nail polish-aholics can relate. Whether it glitters, glimmers or gives me a happy outlook on a drab day, I love painting my nails the color of my mood (sans the formaldehyde, toulene and DBP of course). For this week’s inspiration I introduce you to the lovely Ms. Chauna Brown, celebrity nail professional and owner of Bmore Polished Natural Nail Salon in Baltimore.  You all know how giddy I get for a natural nail salon. I may just have to make a trip just to check it out. Check out the interview below:   What do you love the most about what you do? It allows me...

Vixen of the Week: Abby Omoruyi – Stylist & Blogger

Mon, Jan, 2012  Posted by sherrell  No Comments »
Vixen of the Week: Abby Omoruyi - Stylist & Blogger She’s a friend I met last year in Harlem and although we’ve never had the opportunity to catch up again, every now and then we have a chance encounter to get to know each other in a new light. Abby’s impeccable style lights up the room when she walks in and her infectous smile makes you want to borrow what ever lip color she is rocking at the moment. Check out this fashion, lifestyle and beauty blogger’s interview below for a Monday dose of inspiration…   What do you love most about what you do? Well I love the fact that I am able to call this my full time job, it’s very satisfying.   Why did you decide to get into your industry? What sparked your interest? I’ve always loved anything...

Vixen of the Week: Lakia Pearson – Spa Diva

Mon, Jan, 2012  Posted by sherrell  2 Comments »
Vixen of the Week: Lakia Pearson - Spa Diva What do you love most about what you do? I love inspiring others to relax, de-stress, & learn how to naturally pamper their skin, hair, & body with my Lemongrass Spa Business.  But I also help make the world a little sweeter with my organic dessert catering company called Pamper Me Sweets.  I’m a lover of all things sweet & spa, I believe it’s my calling and purpose in life so I’m enjoying the ride!   Why did you decide to get into this industry? What sparked your interest? About 5 years ago my husband and I were trying for years to get pregnant and it was very difficult.  It encouraged me to do a ton of research and I learned how the products we use everyday contain so many harmful chemicals that can...

Vixen of the Week: Brianna McCarthy – The Mane Source Blog

Mon, Jan, 2012  Posted by sherrell  No Comments »
Vixen of the Week: Brianna McCarthy - The Mane Source Blog There’s no refuting that the natural hair community has grown leaps and bounds with some of the most awesome leaders inspiring, uplifting and supporting women around the internet on their journey to natural-dom. One such leader is Ms. Brianna McCarthy of The Mane Source blog. Not just a maven on the forefront of natural beauty, she also inspired me to start my “Biggest Loser” challenge (in full effect for 2012!) and continues to grace the natural hair scene with a passion readers adore. Check out her interview below for hair-spiration!     What do you love most about what you do?  Blogging is my “release”. I am a stay-at-home mom of two children and I have a ton on my plate. Blogging takes me away...

Vixen of the Week: Mikki Taylor – Former Editor of Essence Magazine, Author of Commander in Chic

Tue, Dec, 2011  Posted by sherrell  No Comments »
Vixen of the Week: Mikki Taylor - Former Editor of Essence Magazine, Author of Commander in Chic There are many women that I look up to for inspiration whether it be career-wise, style-wise or even plain old inspiration for inspirations sake. Ms. Mikki Taylor is at the top of my list, a mentor in my head and an all-around glamour girl who uses her stylish goodness to empower women of color to become the best image they want to represent to the world. Check out her interview below for some morning uplifting…..   What do you love most about what you do? I just love the fact that every day I have the ability to empower women everywhere! And no matter what medium I’m working in – from television and radio to speaking engagements and certainly through my latest book, “Commander in Chic, Every Woman’s Guide to Managing...

Vixen of the Week: Syreeta Lockett – MosaMuse

Mon, Nov, 2011  Posted by sherrell  1 Comment »
Vixen of the Week: Syreeta Lockett - MosaMuse Before she planned to become a fashion mogul, she was my college friend that whimsically took a trip with me to Italy just for fun. I’ve always been inspired by the independent and free spirit that is Syreeta Lockett, fashion lover, model and overall creative soul who’s working to bring a new and multi-cultural angle to the fashion industry. Check out the MosaMuse creator’s interview below: What do you love most about what you do?  What I love most about MosaMuse is that I’m following my dreams and working towards fulfilling my purpose. Currently, I am building my loyal fanbase and building the real site on the back end. So although my site is nowhere near where it will be in terms of content and site...

Vixen of the Week: V. Woods – MySalonScoop.com

Tue, Nov, 2011  Posted by sherrell  No Comments »
Vixen of the Week: V. Woods - MySalonScoop.com When I first began this journey into beauty and learning more about hair, I got the wonderful opportunity to write for MySalonScoop.com. The go to site for salon resources, hair stories and more. Behind the brains of the operation was V. Woods, MBA turned “hairnista” as she likes to call herself with the goal of improving the professionalism of the black hair industry. Learn more about her story in her interview below:   What do you love most about what you do? I love that I am playing a role to improve the entire salon industry by educating both the salon professionals and clients. And, I really enjoy matching women with salons that fulfill their needs. Too many women endure negative salon relationships, as if there is...