The Wkender Does Homecoming!
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Tuesday October 30, 2018 0 Comments Lifestyle
There is a week, once per year, when every college or university reserves rights to their city. Specifically, the right to flood the city with their alumni, colors, and inordinate amounts of nostalgia! It’s a time when the past meets the present, and it’s truly all good. To make it plain, I love homecoming and... Read More
Turtleneck SZN
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Tuesday October 23, 2018 0 Comments Uncategorized
The Turtleneck is a timeless staple in my wardrobe TODAY, but getting to this point has not come without its struggles. I want to take you back to 1994. High right/Low left asymmetrical haircuts were in and Boyz II Men was seated at number 3 on the Billboard Hot 100 to end the year. Overall,... Read More
A Powerful Image of Latin Heritage
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Monday October 15, 2018 0 Comments Uncategorized
Have you ever had your heart strings pulled and been inspired in the same moment. If not, let me tell you a story of adversity, resilience, success, and a powerful Latina… Juanita Velez, October’s Wkendher, ,a Colombian native born to well accomplished parents was forced to flee her country during the cartel era in her... Read More
The Variety Pack
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Tuesday October 9, 2018 0 Comments Lifestyle
Since the origin of The Wkender, we’ve always made a point to ensure that we pointed out the purpose and use case for each look while highlighting any pieces that we felt were multifunctional. For this post, we will focus on how to bend a suit to your will by making it the multifunctional piece.... Read More
Double Up!
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Tuesday October 2, 2018 0 Comments Lifestyle
A classic format for a Classic Post! I'd like to start by saying, I think I’ve fallen in love! There are some suits that require the addition of a statement piece, there are others that are the statement. This Olive green plaid double-breasted suit is DEFINITELY THE STATEMENT! History: According to hespokestyle.com the double-breasted jacket... Read More
The ATL AutoBroker
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Tuesday September 25, 2018 0 Comments Uncategorized
 As a continuation of our Brain Trust series, I want to introduce you to the man to trump all “car men”. As CEO of Rose Gold Automotive, Khiry Peterson is a visionary, self-made man - and he did it all in his “ second hometown” of Atlanta (He’s really from Cali yall!) Khiry has been... Read More
Athleisure in All of its Splendor
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Tuesday September 18, 2018 0 Comments Lifestyle, Style
Things that are no longer on my to-do list: try to beat a fitness model at fitness lol. My homegirl Amanda definitely proved that her craft takes dedication, motivation, and another load of DEDICATION. With that, I would like to introduce you to this month’s #WkenderWomen (trying this rebranding one for size), Ms. Amanda Creary,... Read More
Let Me Switch Up the Tempo
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Tuesday September 11, 2018 0 Comments Style
When I tell you, I am ready for FALL! The leaves change colors. This heat finally goes away. And, most importantly, we get to layer! It’s the perfect time of year. In my opinion, fall is the best season for fashion. You can add fresh and unexpected elements to your outfits to personalize your look…... Read More
Patisserie in the City
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Tuesday September 4, 2018 0 Comments Lifestyle
This is the quintessential blogger shoot. To every coffee shop that has ever been the muse of a blogger and their quest for fame, I salute you! This day was really interesting due to a few uncharacteristic things that happened: 1.       Typically, we are either secluded in our location for a shoot or in a... Read More
The Intersection of Corporate and Casual
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Tuesday August 28, 2018 One Comment Uncategorized
There have been very few moments in life where I have been so privileged to stand next to a woman that’s graced the pages of Ebony Magazine. The first time was Eva Marcille, and now, the August Female Feature. I must say, with a personality to match her beauty, she is destined for greatness! I... Read More