The new comer...

As you all know, I love checking out new designers. Recently I discovered Ali Golden. Her designs are simple, yet have a certain detailing to them that you know wasn't on accident. I love how many of her pieces drape in such a way that creates a timeless silhouette. She has an eye for piecing well structured and tailored items along side shapeless items that gives off correct proportions and dimensions. I love her use of bold hues and patterns, her immense amount of sheer fabrics, and the sensible design of it all in her collections.

Her bag collection is also to die for. I am a sucker for over sized bags because I like to carry my entire life with me everyday. There are not that many designers who mainly focus on one type of bag. This lady is surely making her way to my list of favorite designers.

Ali Golden herself. 

Back to business...

My apologies for being MIA these past few weeks. There was so much going on with school. It was the worst time for my laptop to decide to crash on me. I lost all my pictures, all my music, and most of my documents. Including 2 of my projects that I had been working on for the past 2 weeks. I had to buy a whole new hard drive and a new operating system. But as you see, my laptop has come back to life again. Thank goodness.

So back to our regularly scheduled program (I hope). Today I had two different meetings. The first one was about how to make Texas Tech University a more diversified campus. I met with many different people from different departments at Tech, plus the Vice-President of the Division of Institutional Diversity, Equity, and Community Engagement, Dr. Paul Ruiz. It was quite fun. The second meeting was with the Chief Information Office. The meeting was about updates and improvements to Texas Tech's main campus website. I feel honored when I am asked to participate in meetings such as these. Therefore, I had to dress the part. How did I do?

boots via ross
jeans via forever 21
watch via christmas gift
belt via forever 21
scarf via marshalls
blazer via h&m
socks via target
shirt via forever 21
head tie via diy
earrings via forever 21
bow tie via diy

Man Of the Month: November

JETLAG NEXTLEVEL. He's taking off. Mohammad Sadiq Jr. is a Civil Engineering Senior at Texas Tech University. But around campus he is more commonly known as Jetlag. This Nigerian native thinks he's from Houston (he's a Dallas boy). With pride in his country, he uses his accent to showcase his background. Lets take a peek into the man behind the mic. 

KA: Where did the name Jetlag come from?

MS: Honestly, at first it was just something that sounded cool. But I knew people were going to ask me where it came from, so I decided to put a meaning behind it. I was born and raised in Lagos, plus I'm flyer than everybody else, so that's where the name came from. I'm going places. 

KA: Tell us a little bit about Mohammad Sadiq...

MS: Mohammad Sadiq is an ambitious guy who has a big heart. I have a drive and passion for anything I set my eyes on. I'm a love guy from a family of five kids. I'm the oldest, so I have to take care of business and provide a good example for my younger siblings. 

KA: What made you start making music?

MS: I use to make beats when I was younger, around 12 or 13. So I was more interested in that, but then I figured why just make beats for other people, when I can just rap myself. 

KA: Who would you say influenced you most throughout your life?

MS: My mom... Just seeing where she came from and what she's achieved. She came up from nothing, and achieved her dreams. Now she has her MD and is making a difference in so many peoples lives. That is the most beautiful and hard working woman I have ever met in my life. How do you combine being a full time house wife, full time mother, and full time medical doctor? My future wife has some big shoes to fill. 

KA: Who is your biggest inspiration?

MS: Barak Obama all day. That is my hommie G. He has swag and charisma. He is a very articulate individual who see's what he wants, and goes after it. For him to even think about running for President, and over coming all the obstacles in being a black male in the United States, I have to applaud him for his efforts. And I wish Michelle had a younger sister my age, lol.

KA: Speaking of swag and charisma, how would you describe your style?

MS: I would say my style is simple, but I don't like to come out the house looking plain. Some people say that I over do it, but when people say that I know I'm actually achieving my goal. I like to be unique and stand out. I'm a dare devil. I like to put things together that makes me stand out.

Twitter: @JETLAGNEXTLEVEL
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My favorite blogs...

So I had to find inspiration from some where to create this blog. This is a list of my favorite blogs that I have to read at least once a week.

1. The Lion Kingdom... My ultimate favorite. She always has amazing give-aways, even though I never actually win any of them. lol But I do love the advice she gives. Plus she has a particular style that I could never pull off, but I do love. Plus she's Nigerian.

2. Rachhloves... This girl is funny and insightful. I love reading her posts about different things going on in her world, plus her tips on things that I probably do not need to spend more money on. Check out her makeup tutorials. They can be very helpful when you want to try something new.

3. Style Loveletters... Her style is a little bit on the more adventurous side, but I do have a certain admiration for her boldness. This Nigerian style guru takes thing to another level.

4. See Jane... This was the first blog that I fell in love with. I love her witty humor that makes me want to keep coming back. She has amazing skills in pick out items, even though I don't always agree on how she wears them. But I guess to each their own.

5. Fashionhippieloves... If I could have anyone's closet, I think it would be hers. Just check out her shoe closet. I don't care if her blog is in German (if you are using Google Chrome, it will translate her page for you), I could spend hours just looking at her pictures. She knows what she's doing.

6. Pupu.heart.you... For those hijabi's out there who need a little inspiration, here is a tumblr that you should favorite. I love coming to this page for ideas when I have no idea what to wear for special events. Some people don't understand how hard it is to put an outfit together sometimes. Well I hope this makes it a little easier.


I hope you guys check these ladies out. What are a few blogs that you love that you think I should check out? Let me know. I love finding new blogs for inspiration. (=

Another one of Khabi's obsessions...

"Embrace what makes you unique, even if it makes others uncomfortable" 

This woman is a major inspiration for me. It is none other than Janelle Monae. She has an impeccable sense of fashion and I love what she stands for. It is very rare that you find a woman that is in the main stream media that dresses so modestly. I love the fact that she doesn't feel the need to use her body to sell herself. Maybe growing up in Kansas City, Kansas, you don't really need to. What I love most about her is hair. She is a natural beauty and isn't afraid to show off the natural locks that God gave her. Props on that.

Monae is already a beautiful woman. This is probably the reason she is the new face of CoverGirl. I love the fact that she didn't have to change anything about herself to become a CoverGirl. She stood out from the rest an projected who she was onto the world. When she was pressured by Hollywood to change her style, she simply said no. And in being devoted to herself, her family, and her values, CoverGirl recognized her as being a strong individual that they wanted for their company. I applaud them for the message that they sent to the world.

Monae also won the Young, Gifted, and Black award at the 2012 Black Girls Rock! If you listen to her acceptance speech, you'll see why she received it. She dedicated her award to her humble beginnings and her hard-working parents. She truly is an inspiration for all of us. She embodies what a successful young black woman should be.

Unify...

It's very rare that you see different racial Greek organizations come together to do anything. The students at Texas Tech University want to change that, so they came up with an event that they knew would make everyone come together. Who doesn't love an amazing step show? I enjoyed myself, acting a fool in the audience of Unify. The hilarious skits, the entertaining hosts, and some good ol' stepping. I applaud the beautiful minds that came together to make this happen.

Everyone knows that I have been trying to get on line for Kappa Alpha Psi (just kidding, but don't I look like it?), so I had to dress the part. They are a sophisticated, fine group of men. How did I do?

shoes via vintage
shirt via forever 21
pants via bloom
scarf via ???
blazer via forever 21
belt via forever 21
bow via diy