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Mara Michels: What we can learn from Jean Paul Gaultier, when Building our Brand! Like Pierre Cardin said: “You are a true designer when people recognize your work without even looking at the label. This is definitely the case for Jean Paul Gaultier.” He is well-known for his blue and white striped Breton shirts and the famous corsets with pointed bra cups, which he designed for icons like Madonna and Lady Gaga.... Read More »
One to Watch: Wynter Gordon “Keep finding yourself! Because finding out who you are is the essential thing” Yet again, I have to give credits to my brother Damani, sharing such fine music with me. I don’t know why sometimes I resist to hear something new, because he always spoils me, with treasures! Like Wynter Gordon, an amazing singer, composer  & songwriter, and with her... Read More »
Fashion for Success: Rihanna for RiverIsland! Everything you love and set your mind to, is possible! Live Life to the Fullest! A match made in heaven. Two brands I definitely associate myself with in terms of style and fierceness. The collection is a mix of sexy meets tomboy, and everything in between; bold, free, casual, comfortable and chic. On the 5th of March the “Rihanna for... Read More »
Gabrielle Bernstein: How to be a Miracle Worker! If you haven’t read Spirit Junkie Yet, now’s the time to go get this book. I love the way Gabrielle shows that spirituality really comes from within and that by listening to our inner voice, you can change your life. Gabrielle Bernstein is an entrepreneur, speaker and best selling author with the ability to connect to all audiences.... Read More »
Ozwald Boateng: Why Style Matters! Last week my mother send me a text with the message: “Check Ozwald Boateng”. She saw the documentary “A Man’s Story” and she couldn’t stop talking about the man. She insisted that I would watch it too, she was really inspired! So I did! And she was right Ozwald Boateng is one force of inspiration. While watching him... Read More »
Keyshia Ka’oir: Introducing the Brand to the World! “All of this started with a thought, a notebook and a pen! I knew exactly what I wanted. My Goal was making Ka’oir a World Wide Brand. I never wanted to box myself in 1 market or 1 demographic.” Every diva or divo needs to check out Keyshia Ka’oir RIGHT NOW, because her story continues and this woman... Read More »
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Maki oh: African Fashion in New York!

She is a designer from Nigeria. Meet 26-year-old designer Maki Oh. Oh’s eponymous label is only five seasons old and she is based far away in Lagos, Nigeria. Oh didn’t always aspire to be a fashion designer. She said that she wanted to be a lawyer at first. Her first collection (2010′s) is a journey of self-discovery of womanhood.... Read More »
Posted on 22 mei 2013

Mara Michels: a Love Letter to my...

I’ve known it for a while now. You and I are meant to be! Our paths have crossed and I know I am your key! Do you know how proud I am, to see you believe in yourself and see the love for yourself growing. Seeing that you and faith are tight again and that you dare to... Read More »
Posted on 21 mei 2013

Curls of Nature Presents: I Love My...

Op 2 Juni 2013 organiseert Curls of Nature in Studio WestPoort te Amsterdam een I Love My Hair day voor een ieder die het belangrijk vind dat zijn/haar, haar behandeld wordt op de juiste manier, met de beste producten op natuurlijke basis. Curls of Nature heeft daarom de haarspecialist Jane Carter uitgenodigd om hierover te komen spreken. De... Read More »
Posted on 20 mei 2013

One To Watch: Adrian Marcel

Following in the foodsteps of Tupac, En Vogue and Sheila E, Adrian Marcel is continuing the musical legacy of Oakland-bred artists. This newly signed singer is about to take over with his soulful R&B sound. As I listened to his mixtape “7 Days of Weak,” I felt like I was watching a movie. Adrian Marcel describes himself as... Read More »
Posted on 16 mei 2013

Ngina Louz: My Do It Yourself 5-piece...

As a creative woman I’m always on the go and while I’m on the go, I like to buy stuff and lots of it! I buy new clothes like a normal person brushes his or her teeth.. ( I know, this is not normal!) LOL. But I want to change my ways and give some more meaning to... Read More »
Posted on 15 mei 2013

Kris Jenner on the Secret of a Growing...

Kris Jenner one of the most famous mom-entrepreneurs talks with Lee Hawkins on how to grow your audience and build your empire. In the last 7 years she made fortune deals for her children and is responsible for making the “Kardashian” one of the biggest brands of the world. So how did Kris do it and what are... Read More »
Posted on 14 mei 2013

Daymond John: Keep on Going and Keep...

We are all born thinking like entrepreneurs. As a baby you just started to crawl and you never gave up. Unfortunately, family and friends will put the blinders on you. But TRUE entrepreneurs will just keep on going and keep figuring it out. So why do entrepreneurs get stuck? Daymond John thinks it’s because of the corporate mentality... Read More »
Posted on 13 mei 2013

One to Watch: Marques Toliver!

Marques Toliver, one sexy mofo! I love those daring souls that can’t control the way they express themselves and just do! That is sexy to me and very attractive. Marques is one of those souls, I just discovered him 20 minutes ago, and what can I say; Love at first sight! His song Magic Look is already on... Read More »
Posted on 09 mei 2013

Ngina Louz: Rihanna inspired DIY

Crop tops are so 80′s! But guess what it’s back. I’ve always been a fan of the crop top phenomenom. But as you know I like to experiment. My DIY for today is a crop top inspired by Rihanna. I absolutely loved the fact that she worked with River Island And that’s something you can see in my... Read More »
Posted on 09 mei 2013

Lady Africa Presents: “I LOVE MY...

Een maand lang krijg je de kans om de producten van Lady Africa, Curls Of Nature, Bags & Heels, Wangu Jeans, Pretty Skin en andere webshop items te bemachtigen, op een inspirerende locatie aan de Ferdinand Bolstraat 182 in Amsterdam. De initiatiefneemster van de “I ♥ MY POP-UP SHOP“ is Irene Hin van Lady Africa. Lady Africa verkoopt... Read More »
Posted on 08 mei 2013

Shanti Silos: THE 4 LEVELS OF BUSINESS

This blog is strictly for entrepreneurs! My apologies to all the readers who are employed. And it is not even a blog for ALL entrepreneurs…. This is for you IF you like to take your business to the next level …. AND lead a happy life. This blog is for you IF you want to have more value... Read More »
Posted on 07 mei 2013

Carmen Harra: Soulmate Vs. Life Partner

No matter what we belief in, who we pray to, which profession we choose, what food we like, etc. The one thing we all have in common is that we need people in our life . And most of us also want to spend a huge chunk of our lives with a special person, but how do we... Read More »
Posted on 06 mei 2013

One To Watch: Camil Kanouni

He’s a Moroccan youngster that started covering Coldplay, The Beatles and other big bands. His covers were a success on Youtube. It is not very common for a Moroccan to get this much success with non-traditional music, and that’s what makes Camil Kanouni stand out. His big dream came true: his own album, with songs he composed himself.... Read More »
Posted on 02 mei 2013

Ngina Louz: DIY card holder

You know us ladies, we like to accessorize to the max! I can’t stop at one thing, I don’t have limits. That’s why I accessorized my OV-chipcard holder. We all use it daily,  so why not make it fashion approved? Never before was checking into the Randstadrail so fashionable! To see how I turned my OV-chipcard into a... Read More »
Posted on 02 mei 2013

Your Squats & Your Booty!

Spring kicked in! and yesssssss we are getting ready for the summer. There is a new fitness craze on social media, it is called the 30-day squat challenge! It is all about the booty baby! This fitness craze will give you that bootylicious worthy backside! But there are some rules to obey. Per day you will do a... Read More »
Posted on 01 mei 2013

Rupaul: The Art of Looking Good!

“Looking good is a celebration of yourself, it’s like saying to your creator: I love it, I’m gonna decorate it!” Rupaul is someone who knows how to decorate, from the extravagant wigs to the killer heels, it’s all fabulous. What I love about Rupaul is that he doesn’t just decorate the outside, he truly is one of the... Read More »
Posted on 30 apr 2013

Mom Entrepreneurs: The Next Chapter

zoals jullie weten ben ik (Marisa Lisse) geinspireerd geraakt door Jill Salzman van foundingmoms.com om een soortgelijk platform naar Nederland te halen en ben een samenwerking met haar aangegaan om meetings te hosten in Europa. Toch was ik niet bevredigd met maar een meeting per maand. Ik wist eigenlijk niet echt precies wat ik nou wilde maken van... Read More »
Posted on 29 apr 2013

Daphne Guiness on Haute Couture

Daphne Guiness is an art piece herself! She is fascinated by transformation and sees Haute Couture as a part of life, society and history. She has a strong vision and her perception makes me wonder what the role of fashion is in my life. And why it is not yet that important, knowing that it is a way to... Read More »
Posted on 26 apr 2013

Ngina Louz: DIY Vintage galore

Who says you can’t go vintage and enjoy it!? I’ve heard numerous of objections against going vintage. Vintage clothes are yucky, you don’t know who wore them Vintage is another word for too *** old, nope I buy only fresh clothes. Well I have to disagree. This month I’ve bought my first vintage clothes and I like it!... Read More »
Posted on 25 apr 2013

Inspirational Book: Dr. Phil McGraw...

I usually don’t watch the Dr. Phil show, but I know one person who does my mom! She was watching an episode of the show and something caught my eye. He was talking about his new book… His book is about winning, the do’s and the don’ts. In the first half of the book, Dr. Phil teaches about... Read More »
Posted on 24 apr 2013

Leslie Ebony Perry: One More Day!

One of my favourite sayings is “Love Life!” But there are a few other words that resonate within me on a regular basis. Words that I hope people will hold on to during the depths of challenge and what looks like ultimate despair. The simple phrase is “one more day.” I think knowing that no matter what it... Read More »