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To: Dolls From: Ebony Nikita Okeke For: Fall Beauty Season Hello Dolls, A new season, a new need of makeup! In the fall season, I am more inspired to wear more makeup. There is something about the early holiday makeup releases and the beautiful fall colors that inspire me to restock my vanity with new and inspiring makeup. Recent releases from luxury makeup brands like Dior and Pat McGrath Labs, have sparked my interest into updating my makeup wardrobe. Here are my LUXURY MAKEUP MUST-HAVES for Fall 2020: DIOR Glow Face Palette Dior, oh Dior. The Backstage collection by Dior never seems to disappoint. I am happy to see them release new products for their newest line, designed by Dior's Creative and Image Makeup Director Peter Phillips. I still favor the first universal palette 001, but the Copper Gold 005 has captivated me. CHARTLOTTE TILBURY Bejeweled Eyes to Hypnotize Holiday 2020 Eyeshadow Palette Argued as CT's greatest value eyeshadow product, this new 12-pan palette looks easy on the eyes. I am in love with the color scheme. If you're unsure about the shades, I would recommend watching reviews. I have noticed a couple of the shades have a shift in tone once applied. CHARTLOTTE TILBURY Walk-of-No-Shame Eyeliner I usually only go for a liquid black liner, but this shade of eyeliner would be a great addition to any liner-lover! VICTORIA BECKHAM Posh Lipstick This product seems perfectly posh for those quick primping days. Pigmented and silky lipstick products have been trending this year. I love the effortlessness of a comfortable lipstick product. BURBERRY Essentials Glow Palette This is on my wish list for sure! I am in love with the face palette concept. I love the convivence of having blush, bronzer/contour and highlighter all in one palette. These formulations looks stunning and the shades are simply beautiful to say the least. Please ask for a review to give me an excuse to purchase this beauty! CHANEL Rouge Allure Ink Fusion 'Idyllique' This shade is absolutely stunning. It's not too bright and not too deep. It is the perfect red for the fall season and a great color for holiday season. A red lip is the easiest way to feel a bit more glamorous. This fall season has been filled with gorgeous makeup releases for every lady who appreciates quality luxury makeup. Which makeup product is your favorite? What are you looking to purchase? Comment below! Let's Chat, Dolls. Always with love, Ebony Okeke

TO: Dolls FROM: Ebony Nikita Okeke FOR: Everyday Elegant Lounging Hello Dolls, To be an elegant and sophisticated woman, you have to be intentional about achieving that within your everyday life. This means, you need to incorporate elegance, not only when you are socializing, but also when you are living at home. Therefore, having a feminine and elegant loungewear wardrobe is a necessity for all sophisticated ladies. On My YouTube Channel, I shared some of my favorite feminine and elegant ensembles for lounging. You'll see my Elegant & Feminine Loungewear Lookbook and I also want to share some of my TOP PICKS for feminine and elegant loungewear. FEMININE ELEGANCE: LOUNGEWEAR Feminine Elegance The first ensemble I’m presenting is a staple in every elegant lady’s wardrobe, a luxurious robe. Before I was married and lived at home, my mother draped herself with beautiful robes and I’ve always admired them. That’s why I gravitate towards robes as my everyday loungewear. Usually in my housewife vlogs you’ll see me dressed in a robe from my collection. Underneath my robe from Nordstrom, I wear a necessity not only for fellow housewives and homemakers, but for all feminine ladies, which is a housedress. Steer away from wearing pajamas, leggings & athleisure wear. Wearing a house dress gives you more of a feminine and elegant look. Lounging Love Usually when I long to get lost in one of my favorite romance novels, I want to feel warm, snug and still look polished. This next ensemble is the perfect loungewear for those dreamy & relaxing days. It is a flowy soft dress with a matching long sleeve button up. I harmonized this ensemble with a charming pair of knee high socks, a classic white ribbon to sit pretty on my ponytail and my adorable pair of pearl hoop earrings. It’s so important for loungewear to feel comfortable. This dress is beautifully soft and movable. I’m in love with my knee high socks that keep me warm and this button-up is perfect for those cozy and calm days. Pillow Talk This next ensemble, silky to the touch, is what I find myself lounging in quite often. It is a simple but classic slip dress. A silk satin dress beautifully holds the title of graceful and sophisticated loungewear. It emulates an effortless elegance for those endless lounging days. Today, I decided to only charm my cheeks with a bit of blush. As I’ve mentioned before, Makeup isn’t necessary for the feminine and elegant look. So a simple swipe of blush on the apples of my cheeks will suffice for those long-lasting lounging days. I dressed my ponytail with a lovely light pink bow and draped my neck with a precious pearl necklace. This makes for a darling and delicate ensemble. MY FANCIES for FEMININE & ELEGANT LOUNGEWEAR Here are my CURRENT LOVES & FANCIES for Feminine & Elegant Loungewear! You'll most likely see me dressed in a couple of these items in my upcoming Housewife Vlog, because these ensembles are DARLING! ‘ Flounce Kimono Robe’ VictoriaSecret.com "Tube Knit Sweater" Zara.com To shop my TOP PICKS for FEMININE & ELEGANT LOUNGEWEAR, SCREENSHOT & search the image on the LIKEtoKNOW.it app for easy access & to help support my content! ‘Textured Satin Slip Midi Dress’ VictoriaSecret.com These clothing items, have helped me feel polished and beautiful when I’m lounging at home. That is one of the best benefits of investing in your at-home wardrobe. Everyday, I feel effortlessly polished and elegant. What is your go-to elegant loungewear? Which one of my TOP PICKS, is your favorite? Comment below! Let’s Chat, Dolls. Always with Love, Ebony Nikita Okeke

To: Dolls From: Ebony Nikita Okeke Hello Dolls, On Tuesday, 9/15/2020, I hosted My Virtual Tea Party, where us Dolls celebrated my 1st year on YouTube and the beautiful feminine community we have built in just 1 year. I feel so blessed to be able to connect with you Dolls. I can not thank you enough for your constant support, kindness and love that you continue to share. If you didn't get a chance to join the Tea Party on YouTube Live, don't worry because you can always watch it on playback My YouTube Channel! RECAP of the EVENT My Classic Southern Belle Attire to the Tea Party PROGRAM CHIT CHAT TIME: We had a marvelous time sharing each other's Instagram, where we're located & sharing our favorite type of tea to indulge in. Don't forget to submit a picture of you with your favorite tea & dessert & tag me @Ebony.Nikita + use the #ENOTeaParty to be featured on my blog & YouTube channel! LIVE QUESTIONS & ANSWERS: This was one of my most favorite parts. We spoke on such great topics like: how to pinpoint masculine traits when dating, how did my parents feel about me choosing to be a homemaker, thoughts on plastic surgery & so much more! It was so great chatting & getting to hear your opinions. FAVORITE TIPS & EPISODES from ME! It was great to know what videos made you subscribe and which ones you really connected with! ANNOUNCEMENTS I made some exciting announcements during My Virtual Tea Party! NEW BLOG COMING SOON: On my birthday, October 14th, I will be launching amazing updates to my blog! I will be launching the Doll Club, which is an exclusive club to all of the subscribed Dolls on my blog. You will be able to create your own profile, upload a profile picture, and participate in great discussions in the Doll Club's virtual Tea Room! You'll be able to chat, share and connect with me and other Dolls about interesting and popular topics. This will be a safe and fun place exclusive to just us Dolls.One of my favorite things about having My Virtual Tea Party, was getting to see you Dolls connect & chat with each other. With this new feature you'll be able to do so whenever you please! UPCOMING GIVEAWAYS: Currently, we are at 1.7k subscribers on YouTube! Once we reach 5k subscribers, I will be hosting a giveaway! In My Virtual Tea Party, I shared some I giveaway gift ideas & you Dolls gave me some great ideas. If you have any more ideas COMMENT below! You could be one of the THREE winners! FUTURE LIVE STREAMS & CHIT CHAT TIME: I loved hosting My Virtual Tea Party and my favorite part was connecting with you Dolls. I am considering to make live streams a monthly or bi-weekly event! I will be posting a poll on my community tab on YouTube to decide. We could do "Tea Time Tuesdays" or "Feminine Tea Time Fridays". Vote on my community tab or comment below, which day works best for you! I had such an amazing time at this event. Thank you to all of you who were able to join. Tons of kisses to those who are watching on replay! Don't forget to submit your feminine pictures by tagging me or using #ENOTeaParty. What was your favorite part of My Virtual Tea Party? Comment below! Let's Chat, Dolls. Always with Love, Ebony Nikita Okeke

To: Dolls From: Ebony Nikita Okeke Hello Dolls, If you've watched makeup videos on YouTube then you've most likely seen influencers rave about MAJOR & MESMERIZING makeup products from the one and only Pat McGrath. The brand Pat McGrath Labs and Pat McGrath herself are intriguing. She has been the mastermind behind numerous ICONIC makeup looks for an endless amount of magazine covers, runways and more. Her artistry has elevated her to the title as the 'Mother of Makeup' and according to VOGUE, the 'MOST INFLUENTIAL MAKEUP ARTIST in the WORLD'. If her story doesn't intrigue you, her makeup products will. Of course I'm happy to celebrate and support a fellow black woman, yet I will give an unbiased review of her most raved about products. • Everyday Makeup using Pat McGrath Labs • THE EXPERIENCE & PACKAGING Buying a Pat McGrath product isn't just about purchasing makeup, it's about being apart of an experience. If you haven't seen her Instagram, you're missing out on the perfectly curated social media experience, but her website is a great way to dip your feet into the aesthetic. The packaging is mesmerizing itself. It fully adds to the luxurious experience of purchasing from Pat McGrath. Each and every product has unique, detailed and opulent packaging. When you receive your parcel, you instantly feel like am eager child unwrapping a present on Christmas morning. The packaging overall adds to the lavish experience of Pat McGrath Labs. EYESHADOW This is PML's most-talked about and most-loved products. Her unique eyeshadow formula known as 'Blitz Astral' is iconic and known as a MUST-HAVE in any makeup-lover's collection. After watching numerous makeup videos featuring the Pat McGrath's Mothership Palette, which holds the unique eyeshadow formula, I was lured into experiencing PML's eyeshadows. Her Mothership Palette retails for the luxurious price of $125 for a 10-pan eyeshadow palette. I decided to purchase the Blitz Astral Quads, which holds the iconic eyeshadow formula.The formula is a mixture of powder, cream and fluid textures that makes the formula so mesmerizing. Typically, you wouldn't be able to experience the Blitz Astral formula, unless you purchase the 10-pan Mothership Palette. Yet, PML decided to share the experience in a more compact format, by featuring the formula in a 4-pan quad for $65. This Blitz Astral quad is perfect for me, a lady who enjoys applying makeup, but applying eyeshadow isn't apart of my everyday makeup routine. This is a great option for anyone who wants to try the ICONIC formula, but doesn't want to commit to a large palette. PACKAGING Upon initial use, as seen in my 'Day in the Life of a Young Housewife Vlog', I was captivated by the unique packaging. The product sat in the beautiful tri-fold red patterned box. In order to open your Blitz Astral Quad, you must unravel the string which connects the box. This is a wonderful detail that adds to the exciting experience of opening a luxury product. The Blitz Astral Quad has the same luxurious packaging as the large Mothership Palette. The logo glimmers in the light as you pick up the weighty black quad. REVIEW Immediately, I was in awe by the colors. The top left corner's lightest shade, Astral Gold Allure, is my favorite shade of the bunch. It is a micro-glittery shimmer without an opaque base. The texture of the shadow is like one I've never encountered before. The feeling of the shadow is silky and weightless to the touch. One swatch of this eyeshadow is all that you truly need. The shimmery and micro-glitter formula is a perfect topper over any eyeshadow color you have or you can wear it alone. I've worn it both ways and either way it truly is a showstopper. The other shades in the palette is just as beautiful. They are smooth, pigmented and simply an effortless joy to work with. You won't have to worry about these shades blending in a patchy way. This formula is truly a mysterious and fascinating love that I cannot live without. The Blitz Astral Quads comes in 3 different color stories: Iconic Illumination, Ritualistic Rose, and Nocturnal Nirvana. If you're interested in purchasing the Mothership palette, you have many color stories to you from. Overall, the Pat McGrath's eyeshadow palette is truly an ICONIC & OPULENT makeup experience. I am more than satisfied with my purchase and I look forward to purchase another PML eyeshadow palette. SWATCHES CONCEALER PML launched a foundation line and later she launched a concealer and powder face set called "Skin Fetish: Sublime Perfection Blurring Under-eye Duo". This is apart of the PML Face Kit which features a concealer and under-eye setting powder. The $32 full-coverage, natural finish concealer comes in 36 shades and claims to offer a long-wearing, weightless effect. It also claims to mimic its natural stretch without creasing or caking. The claims set high expectations to any concealer-lover. I favor concealer to handle my everyday makeup look and not foundation, therefore I do have high expectations. The concealer is held in a luxurious weighty glass bottle, engraved with the title "Pat McGrath Labs". It is presented in a luxe top fold packaging with beautiful gold lettering. The applicator is thicker than a traditional concealer wand and its very flexible and soft upon application. The consistency of the concealer is a creamy, light-medium consistency. Upon application, the application was smooth and creamy. I did not feel the need to swipe a full triangle underneath my eye to receive a desired medium coverage. I find myself using a quick swipe of concealer and nothing more. I feel as if the concealer is working for me, I don't have to put in effort to make the concealer work. Depending on how much concealer you use, that determines your amount of coverage. The concealer is creamy and blend-able to say the least. A quick swipe will spread and blend effortlessly under the eye and offers a great coverage. With this product, I don't have to pile on concealer to cover up dark circles or spots. On certain days that I am on the go, I simply apply 2 dots on each side of my eye and I'm set for the day. This concealer is not one you necessarily NEED to set. That is RARE. This concealer claims that it will not crease, but I do experience very minor creasing. My under-eyes naturally crease and with other concealers, it showed badly. With the PML concealer, I barely notice it and no one else can. The finish of the concealer is natural and very skin-like. It is truly worth the price and the packaging makes application feel like an occasion. This is my very favorite concealer that I have ever tried. SWATCHES POWDER The Skin Fetish: Sublime Perfection Under Eye Blurring Powder is the perfect partner to the Skin Fetish concealer. It is a lightweight powder and it claims that it will be blend-able and build-able. It also claims to brighten dark circles and diminish the look of fine lines and wrinkles. Honestly, the packaging of this $30 powder is disappointing. This is a smaller package than a regular pressed powder. Granted, this is technically an "under-eye" powder, made to use only underneath the eye area. I do not mind the size of the packaging, but the packaging itself is not the best quality. You do get a quarter-size mirror, which isn't the most helpful thing. The packaging is plastic. It does not feel like it's a high-quality plastic. To be blunt, compared to her other products, it does feel cheap. The concealer comes in a high-quality glass bottle, while this under-eye powder comes in a light-weight plastic packaging, fit to sell at the Family Dollar. I do wish she would've invested more into the packaging to continue the luxury experience of her products. Upon use, the under-eye powder is silky to the touch and very soft. I purchased the powder in the shade 'dark', which is a great all over face powder for my skin complexion. I would recommend you to go into the powder with a light hand. Even with a light-hand application, there is a bit of kick back of excess powder. You can easily use that excess powder in other parts of your face. Hence, less is more. This isn't a powder that you would want to apply layers and layers of, due to its flawless and pore-less finish. The result of using this powder is impressive to say the least. This is TRULY a lightweight and flawless finish powder. It gives the under-eye a smooth effect, almost as if it's a filter. The under-eye powder does leave the skin with a natural finish. This also makes for a great setting powder all over the face. Personally, I use the PML concealer and this powder all over my face for a no-makeup makeup look. I would rate this powder 9/10. The overall performance of the product makes up for it's less than impressive packaging. I wouldn't mind spending an extra $2-$5 for better packaging because this product is truly a new favorite and staple in my makeup wardrobe. LIPSTICK Many times on YouTube, this lipstick was the blueprint for all matte lipsticks. It was constantly announced as the World's Best Matte Lipstick. Now, I have it at my vanity to test. The $38 PML lipsticks comes in two different formulas: matte and crème. I've tried out these praised formulas. The packaging is the perfect stage for these luxurious lipsticks. These weighty lipsticks sit in a black and gold-trim lipstick case, adorned with the admirable gold lips. Matte: MATTETRANCE I purchased, the coral rose shade, "BEAUTIFUL STRANGER" in the Mattetrance Matte formula. When applying this lipstick, it almost makes you feel like you are applying an alluring velvet to your lips. The formula is absolutely addictive and makes for an exciting application every single time. The wear time of this lipstick was up to an hour before I seen any fading. This was confusing and disappointing to me since I've seen multiple people claiming that this lipstick lasts from dusk to dawn. I am unsure whether my lipstick was a dud, or formulated incorrectly. I was so disappointed to see this lipstick fade drastically after an hour of use. It seems as if I'm the only who has experienced this outcome when dealing with the Pat McGrath Mattetrance lipsticks. I will be purchasing a new one in the near future to compare. Creme: LUXETRANCE I purchased, the mauve rose shade, "LAVISH" in the Luxetrance Creme formula. This formula claims to gift the lips with hydration and protect it against free radicals. Upon application, this lipstick is smooth, creamy, but stiff enough to ease your worries of your lipstick moving around. It is a pigmented formula. Due to its satisfying creamy texture, I find myself wanting to apply more and more. This formula does a great job lasting throughout the day. It is not life-proof, it will fade in the center of your lips with every meal. Yet, the formula and wide variety of colors, makes this lipstick impressive and addictive. SWATCHES FINAL THOUGHTS Overall, Pat McGrath Labs is a noteworthy makeup brand that every lady, who appreciates makeup and art, should experience. Applying her products makes you feel like putting makeup is a glamorous and momentous occasion. Majority of her best-sellers, I would highly recommend to anyone who hasn't experienced the luxurious art of Pat McGrath's makeup. I will say that this is one of my favorite brands, not only because of the intricate opulence that PML radiates, but also because of the mesmerizing and addictive formulas, color stories and finishes that Pat McGrath constantly delivers with every product. What is your favorite product from Pat McGrath Labs? What products are you most interested in? Comment below. Let's Chat, Dolls. Always with Love, Ebony Nikita Okeke

TO: Dolls FROM: Ebony Nikita Okeke FOR: Fall Style Inspiration Hello Dolls! Who else is FALLING in LOVE with FALL? I love the crisp wind, the yellowing of leaves and the comforting scent of a warm cup of pumpkin spice latte. I am personally intrigued by the classic and elegant trends on the runway for this fall season. If you've seen my Top 5 Fall Trends for Feminine & Elegant Ladies: Outfit Ideas episode on my YouTube Channel, then you're well aware of the amazing styles that are trending on the runways and soon all over our social media. My fall style is primarily inspired by the prep school style in Dominica. I remember when we visited an academy, when my mother and I were picking up my young cousin and aunt from school. The uniforms were classic and everyone was polished. I have always loved the preppy pleated skirts and that cutesy uniform look. Even when I was in elementary school, I adored my school uniforms and adorned myself with classic bows in my hair. This season, I'm continuing to show my love for the best season, by staying true the ACADEMIA style with a more feminine touch. What is your SIGNATURE STYLE for the FALL SEASON? Comment below! Let's Chat, Doll. Always with Love, Ebony Nikita Okeke

Hello Dolls, August has blown by and prepped me for the upcoming autumn season. As I'm getting ready to plan out my autumn home decor, I reflect on my August Favorites. FASHION Rachel Zoe Satin Skirt Soft and lustrous, the silk and satin clothing have dominated social media on all networks from your favorite fashion YouTuber to IG fashionistas and to the aesthetic lovers on Pinterest. At first I was not too fond of this comeback being worn on the outside of clothing contrary to its original use. Yet, time after time, I fell in love. This is one of my favorite pieces for that luxury 90s aesthetic. The midi-length satin skirt is the perfect option for us lady-like and modest women. The longer length is a sophisticated silhouette that we needed back. The soft fabric falls effortlessly against the body. I love this look so much that I bought 2. One in powder blue and one in a vibrant hot pink. Yet, I'm still not satisfied with just that. In my search history, you'll find me scavenging for midi- length satin dresses to add in my wardrobe.. BEAUTY Charlotte Tilbury's 'SUPERSTAR LIPS' Darling! Have you tried the iconic Charlotte Tilbury Pillow Talk lipstick in the Superstar lip formula? Ok, ok, who else LOVES Charlotte's catch phrase? The world of Pillow Talk is desirable for most of us feminine women and Pillow Talk Charlotte's most-loved product line. This was the first product I've tried from Charlotte Tilbury and I am more than satisfied. The color is near to my natural lip color and the formula is perfect for an opaque glossy lipstick. Day after day, I'm constantly reaching for this lipstick. I will be posting a full review on the most-talked about products from Charlotte Tilbury, so stay tuned! LIFESTYLE: FLOWER DRYING If you seen my Housewife Diaries Vlog, then you seen me tending to my new and old floral arrangements. For my dear flowers that are aging, I decided to dry them in order to preserve their beauty. A great method is flower-drying. You can hang them, frame them or place them in a display. I chose to display them in my washroom to help brighten the space. This will be an ongoing relaxing hobby for me. ANKLE WEIGHTS In my attempt and practice to be more active, I decided to invest in ankle weights to hold me down to that goal. Day-to-day, I put on the ankle weights and proceed with my daily tasks such as cooking, cleaning and so on. With all of the movement throughout the day, the ankle weights are a great way to get an extra workout in. SPOTLIGHT of the MONTH: THE COTTAGECORE AESTHETIC The Romantic and feminine country-inspired time-swept fashion which celebrates the traditional way of life. This aesthetic was made for the vintage romance novel-reading, traditional and feminine woman such as myself. I am in love with period dress of fashion, the traditional way of life and this style has fulfilled my vintage-soul needs. This has been flooding Instagram and thanks to my old middle school friend, Lily, she introduced this trend to me. Although it felt like August ran past me without a greeting, it was a great month filled with new favorites and interests. What was one of your favorites in the month of August? Comment below. Let's Chat, Doll. Always with Love, Ebony Nikita

Hello, Dolls! On August 19, 2020, Nordstrom will be opening their anniversary sale to everyone! This is such a great time to snatch up deals on high-end quality clothing. Nordstrom holds products from many designers who create gorgeous, feminine, elegant and classy clothing designs. I never fail to double-check the home and beauty section, just to make sure I’m not missing out on any deals on luxe items. Here are my TOP PICKS for this year’s long-awaited sale! SCREENSHOT & instantly SHOP my TOP PICKS by downloading the app called LIKEtoKNOW.it This is a great way to have easy access to all of my Feminine & Elegant selections. It also helps support my blog & YouTube content. Thank you Dolls! ‘Ebony Nikita’ on LIKEtoKNOW.it What will YOU be buying from this sale? Comment down below! Let’s Chat, Doll. Always with Love, Ebony Nikita

Hello Dolls! Summer is always a great time to update your wardrobe and come through with fun, feminine and classy looks. Recently, I’ve been doing some shopping (don’t tell my husband) and I‘ve created 4 different feminine and classy summer outfits that will sparkle in any lady’s wardrobe. Whether you’re going on a romantic summer wine tasting, a sunny day in the park or a dreamy staycation, these outfits are suited perfectly for whatever festivities you may have. On my YouTube channel, I posted my all of these outfits within my Feminine and Classy Summer Outfit Haul & Lookbook. To see all of these outfits in action, feel free to take a peek at that LookBook! I’ve shopped at 3 different stores and as of course I designed my own summer dress. These are my FAVORITE dreamy outfits for this summer season. I‘ve shopped from the chic Zara, the dreamy and feminine Red Dress boutique and from a unique local Atlanta boutique called TOV. Here’s what I purchased and the outfits I’ve pieces together. SCREENSHOT these pics & instantly SHOP my outfits to get product links with the LIKEtoKNOW.it shopping app! http://liketk.it/2UMUf The Black Summer Belle http://liketk.it/2UMUf This black ruffle neck button dress is from Zara. I chose this outfit for those occasions to where I’d like a more elegant yet casual attire. I decided it was the perfect time to make a play on the black and straw accessories I’ve been collecting. I paired this look with a black bow straw boater hat from Lauren Conrad. My leather and straw Kate Spade purse was the perfect fit with this look. Overall this ensemble is charming and sweet just like a true southern belle. Miss Blue Clues For a fun and nostalgic twist, I decided this 2-Piece Plaid Skirt Set would be perfect for any light-spirited and adventurous day. This is a halter, blue plaid top with a matching skirt bottom from a local boutique called TOV in Atlanta. The fabric is a lightweight knit, so it hugs my body nicely! I paired this outfit with a black knit beret for that Clueless 90s vibe. The Summer Princess This ensemble radiates carefree princess vibes to me. This attire is from the Red Dress Boutique. I love the smocked detail throughout this 2-piece skirt set. The puff sleeves will make any woman feel like a divine princess. The pinky mauve color inspired me to wear my puff pink velvet headband. I paired this look with a set of statement pearl gold earrings. This ensemble is flirty and sweet. Let’s not forget it was a real showstopper when I wore it in downtown Atlanta which was when my dear husband surprised me with a Romantic Weekend Getaway, which I posted in my Housewife Vlog! The Madam Rouge This last outfit is perfect for any romantic dates whether it’s a luxurious lunch in the city or a wild-eyed dinner under the stars. This dress was originally my birthday dress that I designed and sewed last year. I decided to redesign it to suit more semi-formal occasions. I love the imprint floral design along with the laser-cut floral trim. This dress is simple yet stunning. I simply cannot resist a collection of summer feminine outfits for every occasion. Which outfit was your favorite? Comment down below. Let’s Chat, Doll. Always with Love, Ebony Nikita

Hello Dolls! These days and months seem to just roll by. Nonetheless I do have a couple of goodies that I’ve enjoyed in the month of June! • FASHION • My purchase of this is long overdue. I’ve been in need of comfortable and cozy house slippers to keep my feet warm against the hardwood floors. I’m not much of a sock-wearer unless it’s during the autumn or winter season. So I’ve been “planning” on picking up a cute pair of slippers to do me good until those seasons commence. I‘m so indecisive when it comes to shopping sometimes, which leads me to turning down at least 5 different opportunities to buy the item I need until I find “THE ONE”. While I casually online shopping, I stumbled upon these adorable soft pink satin bow house slippers. Immediately I knew I found the one! • MAKEUP • Colourpop x Disney launched their ‘Disney Designer Masquerade’ makeup last autumn. As a Disney Princess lover I was instantly compelled to all 3 of their makeup lines. I do have their first eyeshadow palette from the “Disney Designer” collection, but I didn’t get a chance to purchase ANYTHING from their latest Masquerade makeup line. As months passed and it came in and out of stock, I finally purchased their blush for Princess Tiana! (She’s my favorite + Cinderella + Ariel) This blush is a smooth formula, but the best thing about it is the color! It’s my perfect neutral & natural blush. I seen in their promo video that they created the products that would compliment the Disney Princess and her needs the best. That, THEY DID. I know this blush would compliment Princess Tiana’s skin complexion and EVERY black girl’s complexion. It’s not too bright, not too neutral, its the perfect shade with the perfect undertone. • HOME • As some of you may know, my husband and I have nested in a new home. Glory to Yahweh. One thing my husband and I bond over is decorating! There are so many fun and meaningful decorating elements that you can add to your home. One day, my husband brought back some brewery boxes with the idea that we could put them to use somehow. I decided to use them as storage for our everyday needs! I used one of them as my personal storage for my planner, notepad, sketchbook, etc. It’s easy access for me and it’s tucked away in a proper home so I won’t ever misplace anything. These brewery boxes definitely add a bit of charm and character to our storage unit! It’s also a great way to repurpose an item! • DIARY • Due to these terrifying events that us as black people have been dealing with for centuries, it has opened my eyes to be more intentional with my money! Before I would be happy to support black-owned businesses by purchasing from them by the word of mouth or whenever I was introduced. Yet, I wasn't disciplined enough, nor was I fully invested in truly making an effort to support my people. Now I have researched, and continuing to, find more black-owned businesses to support. It’s mind-boggling to realize how LITTLE we own in comparison. Yet, they are plenty of black-owned businesses who are needing us as a community to step up and support each other. Now I’ve committed to ONLY buying from black-owned restaurants. I’m still trying to find a solid and convenient black-owned grocery store or farmers market. New Motto: If it’s not black-owned, then I might as well eat at home. I’m also looking to support more black-owned fashion brands and starting to sew more myself. I save money and get EXACTLY what I want when I create my own clothing. What has been one of your June Monthly Favorites? If you have any black-owned business recommendations then let me know! Comment down below. Let’s Chat, Doll. Always with Love, Ebony Nikita

Hello Dolls! As a black married woman, I have found femininity to be immensely important to me and within my marriage. Whether married or not, femininity is beautiful and essential for us as black women to embrace. Yes as black women, we are strong, we are resilient and we should continue to be so. Yet, we should not ignore the importance of embracing our femininity. • FEMININITY • • Qualities or attributes regarded as characteristics of women. • “Being relational, nurturing, vulnerable/soft, beautiful, and responsive are wonderful qualities that God Himself has bestowed upon us and we can bear His image rightly as we function in them.” Recently, I have posted my full tips in detail on ‘How to Be Feminine for Black Women’. These tips are universal, but I used my personal experiences as a black woman to curate these tips in our best interest. If you are trying to overcome the stereotypes and the hurt you’ve felt from society and others, as a black woman, then I‘d recommend you watching “Overcoming Stereotypes: Femininity for Black Women”. I cover the “strong black woman” narrative and expectation. I proceed to tell how we as black woman can be still be strong women, but also soft and feminine. This would be a great first step for any black woman who is trying to ignite her femininity. If you are now ready to fully begin your femininity journey, LET’S BEGIN! Watch and Read along my coordinating and in detail YouTube Video! Your First Steps: https://youtu.be/YEXfVl-eUbM 1. Learn How to Compliment Your Natural Features Once you learn how to compliment your natural features, you will feel more feminine and beautiful which will lead to more confidence within yourself. The two main ways you can compliment your features is by wearing makeup and pampering your skin. • MAKEUP • Makeup shouldn’t be used to reconstruct or to hide your face. You are already beautiful. Use makeup to compliment what is already there. EN TIP: What is one of your facial features you find beautiful? Maybe its your skin complexion, your eyes, your cheekbones or perhaps your smile. Once you’ve picked one, dedicate time to and find out how to best compliment it! • SKINCARE • One thing to note is that you DON’T need makeup in order to be feminine. It is a great tool to compliment your natural features, yet there is another way. Other than makeup you can compliment your natural beauty by pampering your skin. EN TIP: Care to your current skin’s needs. Instead of wearing makeup, try a nourishing facial oil or a dewy & glowy facial mist to help make your skin glow! 2. It all Starts with a Feminine Mindset Before you can truly become a feminine woman, your mindset must reflect just that. A great place to start, is the beginning. The Bible speaks on who we are and who we are to be as women. For a more in depth and detail of what a feminine woman is and who Yahweh calls us as women to be, a great breakdown of the source would be this article: “A Real Woman Defining Biblical Femininity” by D’Ann Davis https://www.livehope.org/article/a-real-woman-defining-biblical-femininity/ This article is a great read and it is very helpful for anyone who is new to restarting or strengthening their femininity journey. Without a proper understanding of femininity itself, no woman can reach the goal of her femininity journey. 3. Dress More Femininely Something that helps me feel feminine would be, dressing in a feminine way. EN TIP: Find Your Feminine Signature Style! What Clothing makes You feel the most beautiful and feminine? Start from there! Help Build Your Feminine Wardrobe: https://youtu.be/ocXGxtqPIjM Fall & Winter Feminine Outfit Inspiration: https://youtu.be/9QrvlEPCQoA 4. Be Polished Taking care of yourself is apart of being feminine. Pay attention to the small details before you leave the house. Make sure you aren’t being lazy with your appearance. Wear what’s comfortable and still complimentary. To help you keep up with pampering and caring for yourself, I’ve personally found this Vintage Beauty Schedule encouraging and helpful. Even if you are not married yet, this can still be useful. As of course, alter the beauty schedule to fit into your life schedule. Either way, take time to truly pamper yourself every week. 5. Etiquette Another step to complete your femininity journey would to refresh your etiquette. As I’ve mentioned in “A Lady’s Guide to Social Etiquette”, you can put on the dress and makeup to look like a feminine and respectable lady, but if you can’t speak and interact like one, then it is useless. For a full run-through to ensure your etiquette is at its best, be sure to watch “A Lady’s Guide to Social Etiquette” on my YouTube Channel for more details and advice. If you‘d prefer to get the basic of etiquette then Ebony Nikita’s “A Lady’s Guide to Social Etiquette” would be the perfect Blog Post for you. For More Resources, Tips and Advice to Becoming More Feminine: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLOExyPQntySmh51FjKUBsKI7fxNkZEsGT What is your favorite tip for becoming more feminine? What has helped you during your femininity journey? Do need any specific advice? Comment Below! Let’s Chat, Doll. Always with Love, Ebony Nikita

Hello Dolls! Welcome to my new segment called the monthly spotlight. This is a chance for me to share with you dolls, about the great products or resumes that I have been enjoying this past month. This may involve hair care, skin care, fashion, home decor, routines, and anything else you can think of lol. If you enjoyed my March Favorites that I premiered on my YouTube channel then you will LOVE this one even more! I also premiered this MAY FAVORITES on my YouTube channel, so feel free to watch my review on all of these products! HAIRCARE TGIN HONEY MIRACLE HAIR MASK UltaBeauty • $17.99 As I mentioned in this latest episode, I have used this deep conditioner for about TWO YEARS NOW. {Plz Don’t Cringe} I alternated with other hair masks depending on my hair needs at that time. Overall, if your hair needs hydration and a bit of strengthening this one is a great purchase. Given the naturally derived ingredients, the texture and the results, the price point is fair. The smell of it is heavenly. I can’t completely pinpoint it, but it smells like a combination of sweet honey, shea butter & love. After shampooing, I would apply the product in my hair and promptly cover it with a deep conditioning cap. I would leave this in my hair for about 10 minutes. My hair would instantly feel moisturize, smooth and soft. It would also make detangling my hair a lot easier. We all know detangling is a process, so anything that helps it is a plus. EN TIP: I’ve found it easier & quicker to detangle your hair in the shower while lightly washing away the conditioner! LIFESTYLE A Good Cup of Tea + a Good Verse Along with It Proverbs Tea-for-One Teapot Set $22.48 Bible Verse Mug Set $24.37 A good cup of tea is something that I crave every single day. Within my Caribbean-traditional household, growing up my mother valued a good cup of tea. It was the perfect way to finish off a nice big dinner and to start a new day. That tradition has carried on into my lifestyle. So having the perfect casual tea cup and saucer set is something that I value. This is a must-have for any feminine lady’s household. It’s important that we’re taking time to spend with God every single day. So throughout the day when I’m having my perfect cup of tea, it is so nice to glance down and see a piece of scripture. This would also be a great gift idea! SKINCARE NEW SKINCARE TRY: Yeouth Hyaluronic Acid Serum 1oz: $14.95 2oz: $21.95 YEOUTH skincare gifted me with this about a month and a half ago. They requested my honest review on this pure 100% hyaluronic acid serum. I was very excited to try this new skin care product simply because I’ve never tried this type of serum before. Now I’ve seen multiple YouTube channel is talk about hyaluronic acid within their skin care routine. Yet I never got around to trying it. I haven’t had a moisture issues in a long time and if I ever do, it’s very minimal and it’s usually fixed with a massage of raw African Shea butter. Yet I was still very excited to try out a type of serum that has been raved about for a while now. The texture of the serum is very silky and smooth. It feels really nice going on to the face and then it dries down to a slightly tacky texture. they drive down texture is not anything that I would run from simply because it’s very minimal and you’re supposed to follow any hyaluronic acid serum with a good moisturizer. SKIN TYPE: NORMAL (At times it can be dry/ lack moisture) So I use this for about a month and followed it up with my raw African Shea butter and continued on with my normal skin care routine. After a while of using it I did notice a small build up of texture/bumps on the lower half of my face. Honestly that frightened me because I am very big about smooth, pore-less and texture-free skin. SIDE NOTE: My skin tends to only agree with products with naturally derived ingredients. I’m not too sure how old the hyaluronic acid fits into that equation, but I have used AHAs, BHAs and lactic acid before. I have gone through a horrible skin purge before due to using new skin care products and I am not willing to suffer through that once again. This was the only difference in my skin care routine, therefore my only fair deduction I can make is that the hyaluronic acid serum caused my skin to break out in irritation. I will say prior to the skin care irritation, I did enjoy layering the hyaluronic acid with the raw African Shea butter whenever my skin did feel a bit dehydrated. Afterwards, I stopped using the serum in fear of another skin purge. As I mentioned in my episode, I passed it along to my husband since he is really getting into skin care now LOL. Maybe my skin and the serum are not agreeing with each other. So maybe it will work better for him. After about three weeks I will update you Dolls and let you know how if he has been enjoying it. MAKEUP DIOR POWDER FOUNDATION DIOR FOREVER EXTREME CONTROL $54 PLEASE STOP SLEEPING on POWDER FOUNDATIONS!!! It is literally the perfect everyday, quick and easy makeup. If you Dolls seen my easy lazy-day feminine makeup tutorial and blog post, you’ll see that I love minimal effort makeup products. This product is now added into my everyday makeup routine. Overall I love the way I get to adjust my desired coverage that I need depending on the day. I simply love powder foundation products because of the minimal effort you have to put in to getting your desired results. I love the fact that this product creates a seamless and flawless base. Watch my full review on this product! Overall I love the way I get to adjust my desired coverage that I need depending on the day. I simply love powder foundation products because of the minimal effort you have to put in to getting your desired results. I love the fact that this product creates a seamless and flawless base. Watch my full review on this product! NEW ROUTINE I Choose to Care for My Hands, CONSTANTLY. Who else buys something for good self-care intentions, but then never uses it? This was a habit that I had with this French lavender scented hand lotion by Sienna Hills. Its funny because whenever I would go to a hotel, a friends house, or an upscale restaurant, I would see hand lotion beside the restroom sink for after washing your hands. I would automatically be delighted by the thoughtfulness. I would always happily apply it to my hands after washing them. Unfortunately, whenever I placed fancy hand lotion within my bathroom at home, I literally NEVER used it. After having it for about six months and only using it less than three times, I decided to place it beside the kitchen sink in hopes that I would gravitate to it after washing dishes. Yet, I literally never used it when it was perched beside my kitchen sink. I finally dragged the hand lotion to my vanity and voilà! Every time I walk by or sit at my vanity, I am gravitated to applying the French lavender hand lotion to my hands. Not only is it good to moisturize and take care of your hands especially because it is the one of the first ways to clock a woman’s age But when you choose a hand lotion with a delightful scent it can instantly refresh you. Since the smell of my hand lotion is lavender, it instantly gives me a calming and relaxing feeling. Honestly, it just reminds me to breathe and helps me recenter myself throughout the day. I’m so happy I finally found the perfect place for my lotion which reminds me to refresh myself and to take care of myself. I guess you can say it’s the little things. What are one of your favorite monthly spotlights that I mentioned? What was one of your personal favorites within the month of May? Comment down below & Let’s Chat Doll. Always with Love, Ebony Nikita

Hello Dolls! Who is ready to step outside & show off their new shoes? Or if you’re like me, stay inside and prance around the house in your new shoes. Here are the TOP SPRING & SUMMER SHOE TRENDS for us Feminine & Elegant Ladies. Watch My Shoe Lookbook! https://youtu.be/FFbE8N_60NQ My FAVORITE Designers for this Season. DIOR & TORY BURCH. Both designers showcased their feminine and elegant designs. It was a great display of effortless femininity. Other great shoe trends would be a classic pair of heeled loafers and an edgy pair of gladiator sandals. TOP SPRING & SUMMER SHOE TRENDS *click to shop* 1. Low Heel, Cap-Toe, Square-Toe Marc Fisher ‘Laynie Slingback Pumps’ Cole Haan Dawna Grand Pump 2. The FLATFORMS Steve Madden ‘Kylee Flatform Sandals’ ASOS Tabby flatform tie leg sandals in beige 3. The Mary Jane: Classic & with a Twist J. Crew Colorblock Mary Jane pumps MODCLOTH’s ‘Tag, You're It! Mary Jane Heel’ by Chelsea Crew Which shoe trend is your favorite? Mine would be the cap toe, low heel. A Classic & Comfortable. Comment your fav down below! Let’s Chat Doll. Always with Love, Ebony Nikita