One thing that always seems to get me out of my funk is dressing colorfully. I love to mix it, match it, block it, or pop it! It’s all part of the fun for me. In high school I was often teased because of my colorful choices. Now not only do they lift me up, I get to partner with wonderful brands like HUE to express myself as boldly as I choose! I picked four items from their fall campaign and decided to put together four completely different looks around them. Each look, somewhat different, represents a creative side of me. And they all make me feel a certain way while wearing them: Boss Pao, Curious Pao, Sassy Pao, and Chic Pao.
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On The Map: Sharing My Story with Western Union
I am a creative director and founder of Fanm Djanm, a lifestyle brand dedicated to celebrate strong women everywhere. Western Union engaged me to participate in their “On the Map with Western Union” program where they are exploring the inspiration and innovation that different heritages inspire. I’m sharing how my culture inspires my work and creativity.
Up a steep hill in Petion-Ville, just a few minutes away from the Saint Jean Bosco church, stood a two-story house that came with a tropical almond tree leaning proudly on its side, and many, many colorful secrets. Number 10 was the address of that house. It was the home of many loud, sassy, and strong women.
Read MoreFind Your Naked - Bra or no bra?
I’m not a bra girl. Now that I’m thinking about it, is any woman? In all honesty, I wouldn’t wear a bra at all if it weren’t for my girls’ (and yes, I’m referring to my nips here) insistence on very obviously being the first to greet every cold room and sharp breeze. Wouldn’t it be splendid to wear beautiful sheer tops and dresses sans bra? If I had Grace Jones’ boldness I would. But unfortunately, I’m a mere peasant in comparison, so I’m sure that I’d probably end up on hotmess.com with a photo taken from the most unflattering angle (How rude!) I also generally stay away from push up bras. I’m perfectly happy with my itty bitties and boob cleavage is the last thing on my mind. All that is to say that bras are still necessary, so we might as well find the ones that work the best for our desires.
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