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September 28, 2014

Sheer and Floral

September 28, 2014

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Today I'm throwing it back to a few of my favorite

Today I'm throwing it back to a few of my favorite #NYFW looks from past seasons. It's crazy how the times have changed. I remember running back and forth between shows to make outfit changes in swealtering heat, on rainy days, the blistering cold and even during unexpected snow storms. But in the end, I always managed to power through and pull together a look I was always proud to rock. The behind the scenes can be a rollercoaster and I can't say I miss that aspect of NYFW but I look forward to strutting the streets of NYC for shows again sometime soon. 𝐖𝐡𝐢𝐜𝐡 𝐥𝐨𝐨𝐤 𝐢𝐬 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐟𝐚𝐯𝐞?

I'm still going strong dressing up this week for #

I'm still going strong dressing up this week for #NYFW and enjoying watching the shows virtually at home. This vintage @maisonvalentino two-piece set is a look that made it's debut last season at NYFW in February before Rona hit us and I just had to pull it out again this season. It's just so good!!! This time I paired it with my new booties from @schutz that I'm completely in love with and can't wait to actually wear out on the street. ⁣
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Have you been dressing up at home this week? Or have you been staying cozy in loungewear? Let me know in the comments! #NYFWOnACouch

What #NYFW shows have you watched?⁣ ⁣ I'm real

What #NYFW shows have you watched?⁣
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I'm really loving the creativity this season considering the social distancing restraints put on the designers. Some designers are doing the traditional runway format but others have created joyful euphoric visual experiences that will make you feel as though you've been transported to a whole new world.⁣
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I tuned in to watch @badgleymischka show which was set in an absolutely stunning and massive garden and featured the most gorgeous dresses. @ullajohnson made NYC her backdrop with a dreamy bohemian collection. @jasonwu created his own tropical jungle experience atop a NYC rooftop and featured classic pieces in bold colors with edgy details. I also loved @carmeloanthony Propel collection "A Black Future" from his STAYME70 program that featured a luxury collection of hoodies from 7 black designers. @marinamoscone video that takes you through her design process creating her collection is an inspiration. A few other shows I enjoyed was @jonathansimkhai , @monsemaison and @dirtypineapple_dp.⁣
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The dress I'm wearing today for #NYFWOnACouch is by an emerging female designer @zhangerxi. She had her debut NYFW show last year and her pieces are oh so dreamy ✨

New York Fashion Week is happening! But just like

New York Fashion Week is happening! But just like every other major event of 2020 that wasn't canceled, it looks nothing like it did in the past. The "new normal" of everyday social-distancing is pushing the organizers behind NYFW to get more creative than ever. On the CFDA website, shows and presentations are streamed live but you can also return to shows that already ran and re-watch them in your own time. Most shows look like a video presentation or a fashion short film that you would find on YouTube rather than a traditional runway, complete with fast-paced cuts and close-up shots of outfits. In addition to the shows, the @NYFW website will also be streaming talks with designers, tastemakers and those in the industry that are available to watch online as well, all to bring this year's unprecedented fashion week closer to those who love fashion.
But as we all know, #NYFW is not just about seeing the latest designs on the runways. It has always been about so much more than that to me personally - the energy of the Fashion Week crowd is unmatched, seeing old and new fabulous faces, the style that everyone brings - all of this is hard to replicate in a digital setting. But at least we can try, right? Tonight I will dress-up, pour myself a glass of wine, and start streaming #NYFWOnACouch! And I challenge all of you beautiful people to do the same and to remember that fashion will never die!
What shows are you looking forward to seeing? Use my hashtag #NYFWOnACouch so I can see what you're rockin'!!

I always get questions asking how I edit my photos

I always get questions asking how I edit my photos and what tools I use. I’ve been editing my photos in Lightroom for as long as I can remember and we all know how important it is to get that perfect edit for your images. Today, I'm sharing with you my 6 absolute favorite PRESETS that I’ve been using in 2020. ⁣
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📸 𝐒𝐖𝐈𝐏𝐄 𝐭𝐨 𝐬𝐞𝐞 𝐬𝐨𝐦𝐞 𝐁𝐞𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐞/𝐀𝐟𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐭𝐬! ⁣
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I'm giving away these presets for FREE for those of you who want to take your photos to the next level. These 6 all-around filters are meant to bring out the natural beauty of your photos and inspire you to create a look and style that’s uniquely yours. So head over to OpalbyOpal.com/presets to download them now and learn more of my editing tips (𝐋𝐈𝐍𝐊 𝐈𝐍 𝐌𝐘 𝐁𝐈𝐎 🔗). And if you end up using any of them for your own photos, I would love for you to tag me so I can see your creation. Enjoy your weekend Gems!!

It's always a little sad when a long holiday weeke

It's always a little sad when a long holiday weekend comes to an end but I hope you Gems enjoyed every bit of your Labor Day Weekend. It flew by way too fast but I'm ready to get back into my routine and kill it this week. Are you? On Thursday, I'll be doing a Q&A on IG LIVE and I would love for you Gems to comment on this post or DM me with any questions you have about blogging, starting a business, working in fashion, navigating the digital space, diversity in the influencer space, working with brands, building relationships, fashion styling, or any other topic. I'll be compiling a list of your questions and answering them live on Thursday @ 6 p.m. EST. Don't forget to tune in and have a great week ahead loves!!

Happy Labor Day Gems!! I am excited to announce th

Happy Labor Day Gems!! I am excited to announce that @lapohair is now carrying masks in 8 different prints to keep you and your loved ones safe this season, all handmade in NYC. And on top of that, we have an exciting labor day sale with 50% off all hair accessories to keep you on-trend into the fall. Check it out through the link 🔗 in my bio 🤍🤍 How are you spending this Labor Day?

Happy Labor Day Weekend Gems ✨ Hanging on to bea

Happy Labor Day Weekend Gems ✨ Hanging on to beach days until there's no more sun to soak up 🌊🏖

I'm bringing you another try-on haul on my YouTube

I'm bringing you another try-on haul on my YouTube channel today (LINK IN BIO 🔗), this time I'm styling up a few pieces I purchased from @hm @mango and @andotherstories. I wanted some versatile basic pieces that I can easily wear with other items in my closet. You can take majority of the items featured in this haul straight into the Fall season by just throwing on a blazer/jacket and switching out summer sandals for fall boots. Enjoy the video Gems ✨Which look would you rock?

So it looks like New York Fashion Week is still ha

So it looks like New York Fashion Week is still happening this year (Sept 13-16) and will mostly be virtual presentations. So yay to that! Are you going to be watching from the comfort of your couch and what designers are you excited to see?
I'm Sharing a link to @Essence "Here Are All The Black Designers Listed On The NYFW Official Schedule" in my stories! Also, anyone wants to start #NYFWOnTheCouch trend?

I was gifted the New Fenty Skin collection and hav

I was gifted the New Fenty Skin collection and have been testing it for the past 3 weeks for you Gems! Read my impressions below:
✨ I was super impressed with the minimal packaging. There are no caps to remove, you just twist to open and it makes everything less messy.
✨ I've noticed a lot of people complaining about the use of fragrance in this line. You'll definitely smell it as soon as you apply the products, especially the moisturizer, but it's not as intense as I thought it would be. It didn't irritate my skin but if you have skin that's sensitive to fragrance, I would think twice about using this.
💧Total Cleanser - this is a 2-in-1 cleanser and make-up remover. I genuinely love it as a cleanser because it lathers well and doesn't strip my skin. My face feels hydrated and supple after the cleanse but I will say, as a make-up remover, it's just ok. It removed my foundation but didn't work as in removing my eye make-up so I'd recommend trying an oil cleanser to remove makeup and use this as a second cleanse.
💧Fat Water - this is a 2-in-1 toner-serum combo that's supposed to improve the look of dark spots and fight shine without drying out your skin. I can't really speak to the dark spot claims just yet but I will definitely say that as someone with very oily skin, it helps a lot with controlling the shine. As a toner, it removes all the remaining impurities on the surface of the skin. It's great for daytime but for my nighttime routine, I like to use serums more targeted to my skin issues.
💧Hydra Vizor Moisturizer - this is a 2-in-1 moisturizer and sunscreen (SPF 30) and I love it as part of my morning routine. It's super lightweight and great for combination/oily skin. If your skin is more on the dry side, I'd recommend using something a bit more hydrating like hyaluronic acid for extra moisture. I love that it doesn't leave a white cast on my face and it wears really well under my make-up.
✨ Overall I love this line as part of my daytime routine. It seems to be more targeted to combination/oily skin rather than really dry, which is something to keep in mind. Let me know below if you've tried this line yet and what your experience has been!!

"𝐃𝐎 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐑𝐈𝐆𝐇𝐓 𝐓𝐇𝐈𝐍𝐆". ⁣
In a world full of competing ideologies, what is the right thing? I've always been guided by the Golden Rule - do unto others as you would have them do unto you. I think that's a principle we can all get behind no matter your gender, color or creed. What's your one mantra (or mantras) that you live by daily?⁣
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Also, fun fact courtesy of @maximsaidso - LA Dodgers were originally from Brooklyn and used to be called "Trolley Dodgers" due to the number of trolleys and streetcars running through the borough and people having to constantly "dodge" them to get out of the way!⁣
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