Fashion, House of Moruka Handbags, Natural Hair, Lifestyle, Events: Fashion

Monday, May 18, 2015

SUPER NEUTRAL

I'm a big lover of contrast even when I go neutral. I beliiieeeve in contrast, even in the simplest of outfits.

#NYFW - Snowman New York Fashion Show

On Wednesday September 10th 2014 I attended the showcase for the Snowman New York Fall 2014 "42" and Spring 2015 "Action" collections. I thought it was going to be your run of the mill runway show in a bar, hotel or lounge but instead it was more of an intimate exhibition in a Korea Town loft space for buyers and press.

Claudia aka Jewelz of Unusual Star Jewelry

Claudia aka Jewelz has done it again with her Summer 2014 Trunk Show. I was the photographer for the night and as usual she had a great turn out full of supportive friends and clients. This time it was held at The Hills Lounge at 4703 Church Ave Brooklyn, NY.

What I Wore: Caribbean Blogger Meetup Summer 2014

For this meetup at Central Park I wanted to be neutral and since I have an obsession for oxfords right now I just HAD to wear these Franco Sarto ones. I'm not sure when my neutral/oxford craze is going to be over but I'm gonna ride this one till the wheels fall off. I'm also feeling button downs. I had to carry two bags because I took two sets of fabric for me and one extra person to sit on, ten bottles of chubby soda, my cosmetics purse, camera, tripod, book, etc.

Hair: Twist out

Hat: Joyce Leslie

Top: Uniqlo

Pants: Mandee or Payhalf(I can't remember)

Oxford Shoes: Marshalls

Tote: Moruka Designs

Travel bag: Goodwill, thrifted

Bracelets: by me, supplies from Michael's

Wednesday, August 06, 2014

I WAS ON THE NEWS!!! & Fabric Haul: Video

It's been a long time since I've talked about my handbag biz Moruka Designs. So here's an update video. Enjoy! :-)

Friday, July 18, 2014

Palazzo Pants

If you follow me on instagram maybe you saw that I was attempting to sew some palazzo pants with a matching bandeau top last weekend.

I Shot: Sew Stylish Rhea

Rhea of SewStylishRhea.blogspot.com

Remember that giveaway I did a few weeks ago? Well Rhea was the winner and we met up in Manhattan on Easter Monday for her shoot.

Day In My Life: Photoshoot & New Shoes

Me & my fro shadow

Today I've decided to put aside the tripod, concealer
& blush & invite you all into a day in my life.

Hopefully I'll be able to do more of these.

Oh & this post is VERY pic heavy.

Recap: Aldo A-List Party with Roni Simpson

Roni Simpson & Me

Last Friday night I kicked off the Easter weekend at Roni Simpson's Aldo A-List Party at the 5th Avenue Aldo in NYC. It was a networking/shopping event where she was getting to know people and encouraging us to mingle with each other, while Aldo offered 15% off all purchases. I'd say it was pretty chill with a great turn out and energy plus awesome DJs playing everything from Dancehall/Reggae music from like 10 years ago or more to
current Pop/Hip Hop.

I really liked the cheese selections

I got an invite from a friend and it was my first time hearing about Roni of TheLatestReports.com. I'm glad I met her. She was real down to earth, sweet and friendly. Originally a Cali native, she moved to NYC a year ago and I'd say she's doing a great job of fitting in. You know, throwing this sweet networking party and all. She was also SERVING in her black sequin jumper, red lips and fabulous hair!

Roni announcing a raffle winner.
I was loving the winged eyeliner on the girl next to her.

Claudia of Unusual Star Jewelry
looking bright & beautiful

Were you at the Aldo party?

What did you do for Easter?

Tuesday, March 11, 2014

Recap: Harlem Fashion Week by ICollection

This past Saturday March 8th I attended ICollection's Harlem Fashion Week AW14 which was sponsored by Vera Moore Cosmetics, Isoplus & Fashion Avenue News. I ran a little late so I caught the last runway show by Sophia's Things.

Recap: Top Notch Trend Pop Up Shop

My weekend before Christmas consisted of me going to two holiday parties. I couldn't let the Holidays pass without going to something festive.

HAPPY NEW YEAR!! & Christmas Giveaway winners

Hey y'all!!!! I'm back from my end of year blogging vacay/Holiday festivities and ready to start 2014 with some fresh ideas. I have come up with so much during my break and am working on ways to implement them. Look out for more Caribbean focused
posts. Gotta tap into my roots man! Thank you all for supporting me throughout the years and growing with me. HAPPY NEW YEAR!!!

PIC

Also... I had a Christmas giveaway and it's time to announce the winners of the Moruka Designs coin purses. Congrats to LeSha H. and Anointed Heels!!! Merry belated Christmas to you both!

a Rafflecopter giveaway

Thank you all for entering.

More giveaways coming!

Thursday, December 19, 2013

Guyanesesista's Christmas Giveaway!!

Hey y'all. Christmas is coming and I'm feeling real generous! I want to say Thank You to everyone who supported Guyanesesista and Moruka Designs throughout 2013 with an end of year/Holiday giveaway!!

Up for grabs is ONE Moruka Designs fuschia pink coin purse as well as ONE black one; so there will be TWO lucky winners!! YITIDEE!! {#POPS} All you have to do is follow the instructions in the Rafflecopter below. This giveaway will be one week long starting today Thursday December 19th, 2013 ending next Thursday December 26th, 2013 at midnight. I might have one or two more giveaways after this one. I will definitely keep you all posted on that.

The Goods

MorukaDesigns.com

Skip to 4:30 to see the coin purses.

a Rafflecopter giveaway

This giveaway was sponsored by Guyanesesista and Moruka Designs.

This giveaway is only open to United States and Canada residents.

Also peep my new blog layout.

I made some changes last night. What you guys think?

Thanks for stopping by!

Friday, December 06, 2013

Canadian Tuxedo - Denim on Denim

Photo by Guyanesesista

I've been obsessed with this ever since Photog Jennifer told me that the name for denim on denim was the Canadian Tuxedo.

Gone Neutral. Vintage Inspired.

An Afternoon in Central Park

Last Friday I spent some time with my friend Leah taking photos in Central Park. It was my first time visiting Central Park in the Columbus Circle area.

Lace Perspective - DIY Lace Top

One Saturday night, instead of hittin' de club I decided to stay home and work on sewing a new top(well I really don't go to the club but you know what I mean o_o).

What I Wore: Youtube Unplugged Concert

In my last post I did a recap of the Youtube Unplugged Concert which was in celebration of the first ever 2013 Youtube Music Awards. Now here's what I wore.

It's still Summer in my head so I wore this yellow striped shirt I bought in April to bring some sunshine into my life. I tied it with my dark thrifted jeans, dark blue blazer, brown ankle boots, and brown zipper clutch for a Fall look. NYC was a nice 71 degrees that day so I only had to wear my black leather jacket with no sweater layer. Awesome!! I finished off with the purple lippie that was giving me any and all kinds of life that day.

I snapped some photos of my outfit of the day real quick before I left. I'm pretty sure that was why I was late for the concert and missed Chescaleigh's performance(yes, I'm still mad about it). But I couldn't NOT take photos before I left. That would just be wrong. In hindsight, I should have dressed earlier.

The Deets:

Hair: Sensationnel Easy 27 #2

Makeup: Bare Minerals

Lipstick: Haviic Cosmetics

Earrings: Aldo

Blazer: H&M

Shirt: AK Couture

Jeans: thifted and altered

Boots: Mandee

Clutch: Moruka Designs

So, how are you adjusting to the cold?
Are you feeling that Summertime sadness?
I don't like this one bit.

Friday, November 01, 2013

Moruka Designs Fall 2013 Photoshoot Part 1

Photo by Cyrience

A couple of weeks ago I had my Fall 2013 photo shoot in Central Park. I was supposed to have it during the Summer but things didn't work out. I'm so happy I waited though, because I was able to collaborate with some AMAZING ladies. My partners in crime for the day were Cyrience Creative Studios(photographer), Haviic Cosmetics(makeup artist & makeup line), and

Unusual Star Jewelry(jewelry line). It was fun, creative, productive, and did I say FUN?

This shoot featured two of my Fall clutches. I did two looks so there is going to be a part two to this next week. Aleah, owner Haviic Cosmetics did a wonderful job. I felt like such a Diva the whole time. It's amazing how some lipstick can pump up your confidence. Claudia's earrings are hot and Jennifer did an AMAZING job at capturing the essence of Moruka Designs. I've been working with her for almost a year and she never disappoints.

This look features the Essie Clutch on MorukaDesigns.com. I came up with the design on a whim, I had something else I was going to go with, and now it is the inspiration for my entire Fall line. What's great is that it is a clutch that can be worn year round. The contrast gives it a little bit of all four seasons.