This is the end of Secretista and the beginning of Dara Adeeyo. Thats my real name in case you didnt know. It was fun while it lasted, but Im ready to move on. Visit my new site to get the deetz on t...
My instant response is HECK NO, but a recent visit to my Dermatologist has me saying maybe... I LOVE my milk chocolate skin tone. Mmm; I taste and look so good, I make you want to say "Hershey is...
Hmm. So, a new site called Sway.com is come this fall. This is a site that will give its members access to cute dresses everyday. Im thinking it might be the youth version of Gilt Groupe, but I guess...
I love a good Power Femme. Its a good look at a good attitude.To me, a PF is a woman who takes her life by the horns and lives her life the way she wants it to be lived. She doesnt let anyone dictate...
WHERE TO BUY: TopshopPRICE: $135 WHY: Red is the color of passion and also number 1 out of all the colors I love (if you didnt know). Theres also something remotely romantic yet sexy about the s...
Over the weekend, I was aimlessly flipping the TV channels when I stumbled upon a familiar face wearing a chic camel trench coat paired with a burgundy scarf and sweater. That familiar face was none ...
Friday June 11, 2010, Hemma is having a trunk show in Soho to showcase the collection. This African-inspired and 100% eco-friendly line will have all their delectable pieces available. A percentage o...
Remember these JC badboys I introduced to you guys back in March? Well, theyre back! You can purchase them on Solestruck.com or Loris Shoes.But psst, Solestruck is cheaper and word is from a Jeffrey ...
Tis the season for shoes!Summer is not my favorite season. In fact, I actually hate it. I hate the weird looking bugs that seem to come out of nowhere and I hate the frequent hot and humid days. Howe...
Aaand, Im back to blogging regularly! Ive decided to write and reflect on the past 3 years and the next year of my life as an undergraduate college student in a new series on my blog called College C...
I dont know how I stumble upon these editorials with my favorite animal in the whole widest world (the last three words bring me back to childhood), the Elephant, but Im glad I do! The image below is...
Source: YouTubeLast week, H&M debuted the first episode in their Style Eye series. I LOVE H&M! I think the store has a lot of great items that will help someone young at heart hone their sens...
I usually dont do my Elephants in Fashion posts on anything other than editorials, but when I saw the ring below that Ria-Michelle from Withering Rose had tweeted at me, I just had to share it with a...
Alicia Keys released her new video for Unthinkable (Im Ready) today. It tackles interracial love. Im a huge supporter of interracial relationships. The video is very powerful and covers the struggle ...
As I slipped on my sweet potato-colored shift dress, gold flower pearl earrings, bone-colored peep toe platform pumps, pearl/gold hair clip and elephant pin, I couldnt help but be astonished at the f...
Daryl Hannah shot by Michel Comte for 1996 L’Uomo Vogue magazine.Photo Courtesy: CelebritionLook what I found while surfing the web, or uh, procrastinating my work. Who knew this eye patch wearing Ki...
Me mid dance at a Fashion Club event.FINALLY. The Spring 2010 semester is almost over (one more day of classes!!). I can smell and taste Summer. This semester was by far the worst. It kick-started wi...
As a total food (specifically cupcakes) and fashion enthusiast and "good girl," I am a strong supporter of Vanessa and Angela Simmons. I think the two of them are awesome role models for youn...
I'm a huge fan of hats. On days when I roll out of bed with no time to do my hair how I want, I plop on a hat. I'm currently searching for a medium sized fedora in a neutral shade. Any suggestions?An...
TFLN -- The four-letter acronym that's synonymous to most students like "FML." If there's anything I've learned as a college kid, I've learned that a student's life is prone to procrastination. I've ...
My friend Chrystina was Lady Gaga on last night's episode.Sometimes I'm pretty sure Ugly Betty mimics my life, sort of. I feel that every time an episode airs, it correlates with my thoughts and wond...
Books that rule my life right now.It's no secret I've been slightly missing in action from the blogosphere. A recent conversation with my girl Christina from Candybox made me aware that I have been n...
I'm not really sure what makes a shoe a "clog." But if it includes a wooden heel, then I'm all for it--slightly. I guess you can say I already own a pair (See: Recent outfit post). I recently spotted...
Earlier this week, Giambattista Valli showcased his Fall 2010 collection. I'm in love. From the camel coat to the sheer red dress, I loved every single piece. I will say that this one was slightly di...
Photo courtesy: VSPink.comThe other day I overheard a conversation amongst students that made me scratch my head. I was at an unnamed office on campus at around 7PM filling out paperwork, with my bac...
It was unusually warm in New York yesterday, but HEY, I'm not complaining! I was able to go outside in just my long gray sweater and cropped black satin jacket. And as promised, I said I'd be doing m...
My laptop charger is broken. After dealing with one inaudible non-English speaking Dell Representative and then a super helpful one, my charger should be arriving very soon. Hold tight my lovelies, I...
Trying to carry a third of my Aldo shoe collection.It's no secret I am an Aldo Addict. I own at least 11 pairs (and counting) of Aldo shoes. From a mix of sky-high heels, to platform wedges, to flats...
And, I'm back! The Fall 2010 season of New York Fashion Week was beyond amazing. I seriously love my internship (more than life?). I met so many amazingly new people within the industry and can't wai...
Today I woke up to a text from my buddy Chelsea of PinkRockCandy saying, "Alexander McQueen may have committed suicide! ;(" I shot out of my bed and went to Twitter, where I found sources that confir...
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