New Ivy Park is Coming!

So, listen! Full disclosure. I been riding with Beyoncé since Destiny’s Child opened up for Jon B. at the IMA Sports Arena in Flint, MI when I was in high school. I’m a high-ranking member of the Beyhive, AND I love me some Ivy Park! I love the pieces that I was able to secure during the previous drops and they’re a wardrobe favorite. Now, when I saw Beyoncé wearing what we all assumed was a part of the next Ivy Park drop during a recent stop on the Renaissance World Tour, I got excited honey. And, after seeing some of the offerings coming June 23, I’m getting my credit card ready!

According to the adidas website, “This all-inclusive capsule pays homage to the disco era nightclubs, 90s hip-hop pool parties and present-day desert raves with its sequin silhouettes, lux velvet materials and the IVP monogram prints, making it this summer’s must have for the courageous and the cheeky.”

The collection’s inclusive sizing ranges from 3XS – 4XL and price points range from $35 - $350 USD. The line is available in adidas stores and online at adidas.com/ivypark on June 23rd and in select partner stores, globally. Check out some of the pieces below!

The About Love Film is Here!

When it was announced that our Queen, Beyoncé and Jay Z would be the new faces of Tiffany and Co. the excitement and buzz around the campaign was high. When the first photos and advertisements were released along with an image of a never before seen in public Jean-Michel Basquiat piece, I got really excited. But what really caught my attention was the coming film, directed by Emmanuel Adjei. That short film was released today and the vulnerability and softness is seen throughout as Beyoncé sings the Breakfast at Tiffany’s classic “Moon River” at a piano as Jay Z lovingly looks on and catches the moment on a super 8 camera, all while images of the separated couple growing closer to a reunion are interspersed throughout. Great marketing? Yes! Great representation of black love? Yes! Beautiful? But, of course! Check out the video below.

Ricky Regal

With the announcement of the new group Silk Sonic, comprised of the amazing Bruno Mars and Anderson.Paak we also get some new fashions to wear while we jam to their 70’s vibe!
Bruno Mars’ alter ego, Ricky Regal is putting his own spin on Lacoste; giving us the luxury and style of the coolest 70’s player to hit the scene since 1977.

The line consists of luxurious jogging sets in rich jewel tones, t-shirts for a casual day out that can be dressed up or down, and fabulous slides for a quick trip out the house.

You can find out more at https://www.lacoste.com/us/rickyregal.html.

The Summer Wind Down

My family is from the south, and with a Grandmother from Texas I choose to stick by the tried and true rule of not wearing white after Labor Day; well “summer white” that is. The one thing that people get wrong about wearing white after Labor Day is that it’s not so much the wearing of white, but the weight of the fabric that you are wearing.

Heavy wools, knit sweaters, corduroy, and other heavier weight fabrics are perfect for fall and winter in crisp whites, creams, and off white. 

As we wind down for summer there’s still plenty of time to get some wear out of your summer whites. For example, you can try pairing your white shorts and heels with a button-down shirt as I have done here.

Pairing a pink and white striped button-down shirt with white shorts is an easy way to style an outfit for late summer. The addition of white Christian Louboutin heels, a straw hat from Goorin Brothers, and the multi-year it-bag from Cult Gaia elevate the look to casual summer chic, all while keeping you a bit warmer on cooler summer nights. This look can also pair nicely with a blazer.

The week before Labor Day is the perfect time to take stock of your summer wardrobe and pick up additional pieces on sale. You can also take a look ahead to see what you may be lacking and prepare your wardrobe for fall and winter.

Your closet will thank you!