REFLECTION OF MANY YEARS AGO

There is this recurrent question people ask me whenever I decide to male Questions and answers sessions on my google hangout via my youtube channel. The question is :"what is your goal with your youtube channel? "...That is a question that I honestly do not seem to understand as I do and try a billion things in my existence. I have the tendency to taste the waters with anything and everything and goes with the flow with the hope of being successful in whatever I spend my time and energy in. Just like I wanted to do a professional photoshoot years ago as I was in college which have come handy while years later I used those professional pictures to establish a blog and a banner for my youtube channel. At the time I took these pictures, I was looking to have fun and experience something different. My point is people need to let go of the constant control they want to attach to their actions and experiences. In other words we certainly do not need to have goals glued out on our enterprises, as everything seem to make sense at the end. Yet I do not consider myself a successful blogger nor a successful vlogger on my youtube channel. I feel sometimes that my work is pointless but it still means something to me. The action of creating something myself means everything to me, and I believe that this is enough of a reason for me to still find time to share my life on social medias platforms.

OUR NYE OUTFITS

CHIC AND FASHIONABLE HAS NEVER BEEN THIS EASIER

blazer=Asos; Dress=Asos;sunglass=Dior So real;handbag=patent leather Chanel medium flaps; shoes=fendi

dress=bcbg;handbag=steve madden;

My NYE was a great experience with this lady called Estefania, it's always amazing to meet people that you may automatically click with and care for, 2015 has been a year full of hard work, tears and joy. Although full of ups and downs, the ups have outweigh the downs and I am very thankful to God and my family for such a positive year. I have grown so much, I have acquired so much confidence and understood so much about life. I can only hope to "Slay" 2016, yes I said it "Slay", one of those words that some of us would have liked to die in 2015 lol. But in all honesty, I would like to stay on such a good academic and professional track, being more organized in order to balance work with hobbies and passions, and more importantly being a free spirit and explore life way more. In other words my resolutions are, going out more, trying the craziest things, enjoy the miami sun and water, skydive, and travel. This world is a playground and I have understood that living in fear is not living. Don't let anyone dictate your life, this is YOUR WORLD.

SUMMER BLOG SALE Starting now (email me at gayella23@yahoo.fr)

ALEXANDER MCQUEEN LOAFERS (for sale)

These beautiful patent leather loafers are still in very good conditions, only because I wore them only 3 times since I got them last year. They retail for $600 US dollars and I am now selling them for $500 or best offer. These are a size 40, if you are a 39 like me , they should fit as well... I am almost sad I have to let them go because I actually do love them to bits, but I have way too many shoes in my closet and I feel someone else would wear these way more often than I do.

 SAINT LAURENT BRACELET (for sale)
this authentic Saint Laurent bracelet has been purchased about a year ago at the Saint Laurent at $395 US dollars. 
It shows some wear (couple scratches and imperfections that can be cleaned out at your local jewelry store) and is essentially a gold band attached to a stripy leather band. It is really the perfect minimal accessory to any outfit, and may make you look instantly chic.I am currently selling it for $150 US dollars or best offer. 

BLACK OR WHITE? Feat ASOS,TAHARI,CHANEL

LOOKING FOR THE EASIEST WAY TO DRESS YOUR CHANEL JUMBO BAG? 

Handbag=classic double flap jumbo chanel bag;blazer=taharitop=asos;pants=Asos;shoes=Chanel Loafers(summer 2014 collection)

Although the weather was not agreeing with me and with my hair during my blog shoot, I managed to feel way better about my outfit ;) I have been really wearing the same black on black outfits for the past few months, and changing outfits comes down to a different blazer or Jacket to turn up or turn down my look (yea I said it)..."Turn it up" with your very formal blazer from Macy's by the Designer Tahari who designs some amazing formal pieces if you are looking to get that very smart and elegant look.

This White Blazer is something that you have seen me wear on my previous post with my camel jumpsuit, but I found out it looks even more amazing against a black outfit. It seems to be a little more casual than the black one,but still you get that chic, simple look that never fails!

One of my Subscribers/Follower made me fall in Love with these Chanel Loafers which I thought were just "too much" at first sight. But indeed like she (my subby) said, they definitely "brightens my day"; it is so much more unconventional and definitely turns heads and starts conversations. These shoes may not be found in actual Chanel stores anymore because they belong to the past summer 2014 collection, but they may still be available at Sacks 5th avenue (where I purchased them), Neiman Marcus, Nordstrom and more of these designers retail stores. Don't hesitate a to bring a little touch of fun to your outfit with these!

ALMOST BOHO, ALMOST FUNKY, BUT CHIC AND FUN| Featuring Stella Mccartney, YSL, and ASOS

ARE YOU WILLING TO TAKE THE RISK?

Blazer=Asos;Jumpsuit=Asos;bag=cassandre YSL;shoes=Britt Stella Maccartney

What is it about style that some of us cannot seem to get? I believe everyone is playing so safe nowadays  and has set so many rules that there is no true understanding of what style is. Everyone seems to deny growth. Growth is understood to be evolutionary and some of us still do not understand that growth is the simple meaning of Change.It does not mean that your style is getting better or getting worse, as style is very personal and goes along with someone's moods or feelings. 

Once you set your own rules and live this life of yours according to yourself, you become aware of who you are. That is when you realize you are existing. "cogito er go sum " as he said, stop listening so much to others, and listen to yourself. This obviously also applies to your style. 

 It is important to understand that neutrals, black and white are those types of colors that you will use the easiest in your wardrobe. I have received so many looks on the streets about my Stella Mccartney shoes and all I had to say to myself was "Cogito er go sum".

THE TRUTH ABOUT NAIL POLISH| Featuring Christian Louboutin

WHICH NAIL-POLISH DO YOU USE? 

I get asked this question asked very often not only in real life but also on youtube. First of all I believe just like good makeup can only be accomplished with good skin, a good nail polish application goes along with a "good nail". Well, fingers are the first thing I notice about anyone secondly, right after I notice their face. That is only because my father has really nice looking fingers that I was by the grace of God able to inherit lol. Jokes aside, a clean and short nail, with a nicely moisturized cuticle are just ideal for a nice, smooth flawless nail application.I won't go into details about how to apply to nail polish because that is only a skill that can be acquired over time of practice. 

What Color to use? 

I've also understood with many years of experience with cosmetics, that it is okay to have fun with color but it is also safe and somewhat better to go with your skin shade. In other words, the darker you are, the better those really dark and rich colors are going  to look on you. It is also okay to Admit that my caucasian ladies have a rather larger spectrum of choice when it comes to nail colors compatibility. they would look great in a dark black nail polish on a winter night out  as well as with that neon pink under the summer sun rays.

WHAT IS YOUR NAIL TYPE? 

My caramel skin ladies are better off with dark browns, dark rich purples, pitch black, wonderfully dark wine colors, dark army green, burgundies and so on...the darker the better.

My yellow skinned ladies(asians, mixed africans or mixed african americans) and caucasians also look wonderful with dark colors and can even easily pull off those really pale pink colors, white pale colors, and very soft pastel colors. 

My Dark ebony skin babes, are some of the most interesting and exciting cases in the world of beauty. They usually can pull off very bright colors because of the fabulous contrast of fuchsia  colors with the dark color of their skin. That is,  a fuchsia pink color would look phenomenal on ebony skin. But then again all those very dark nail colors will look just as fantastic on ebony skin.

 I have tried many different nail polish brands, and I must admit that The christian Louboutin ones are
pretty Serious. I am amazed by the array of such amazing and unique colors in this line. The packaging is breathtaking and the formula has left me in aweeeeee.....Long story short, if you can afford a $50 Nail polish, go for it, because these are the only Nail polish that will dry in 2 seconds on your nails during those "lazy getting ready sessions" of yours. 

 With my Caramel skin, I went for what I think usually looks the best on me...Dark brown...But this ladies and gentlemen is not "just a dark brown"...the magnificent reflective metallic touch of this dark brown nail polish is what made me do it...I am not going to go into details as my nails will speak for themselves :). "Farida" is the color of the month.

A FALL/WINTER OOTD... FT ASOS,GIVENCHY, KENZO &CHANEL

I HOPE TO BE BACK FOR THE LONGEST AND FOREVER:)

top=Kenzo;Blazer=Asos;pants=Asos;bracelets=cartier love bracelet;earings=h&m;shoes=Givenchy rotweiler;handbag=chanel boy

I WISH IT WAS JUST THIS EASY TO EXPLAIN 

I have been struggling with everything for the past 4 months; literally everything. School has been very much stressful, and my whole questioning of my purpose in life had taken over as well, many times had I told myself that this is probably not for me. "This" meaning the whole vlogging/blogging thing which I have felt only mattered to me. The reason why I had ever started a social medias journey was solely for interaction. As a depressed new college graduate, I was fascinated by the fact that I could make a new group of virtual friends, interact with others while I was away from home...but what I have realized is the social medias interactions are only abundant when you are not yourself. People seem to appreciate more the fiction version of other people way more than truly who they are. Despite this observation, I rather be myself even if noone cares. 

I have decided to put up videos when I feel like it, when I am free from loads of studying, and for my sole pleasure, put up pictures on my blog the same manner, not caring about interactions or about who would care, I believe that's where I am at. I appreciate the few people that have supported me so far, and for the rest, yes, I am now doing things for my own satisfaction.

ANYTHING BETTER THAN A NICE BLACOAT?

Well, I beg to differ...lol, Although I have been literally addicted to that TV series, yes that one, which other one? Scandal with Olivia Pope...Well I am still not too fond of the whole array of  Camel coats submerging instagram and other bloggers platform. I am honestly in the verge of hate for those, and I have not figured out why...probably because how many times I have had to stare at it on some blogposts that were thrown at me on my instagram feeds...Sorry I admit I lost it...Anyway, the point is this blazer which actually is also a coat, is the perfect item for anyone who would like to look dressed up and put together in seconds. Try it, you won't be disappointed :)

 DID YOU SAY POP OF COLOR? 

Yes I heard you. And the favourites award goes toooooo...My boy, my rotweiler and of course my kenzo T... Although I am forever a fan of black clothing items, I strongly believe a pop of color is needed this fall and winter...The graphic vibe of my top, the red color of my bag and the colored rotweiler of my shoes are just what I needed. My outfit is laid back, casual but still chic...