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Summer, oh Summer, How I Wish You Could Last Forever. As Labor Day approaches and summer is wrapping up, its only right to check off ALL of this summer’s essentials AND favorites. Other than sunny days, sea waves and cool treats, there are other summer MUST-HAVES which could continue into the start of the fall season. 1. The Perfect Swimsuit Whether you’re still hitting up the beach or you’re preparing for a cruise ship getaway , you need the perfect swimsuit to help you stand out from the rest. Lets not forget about the quest to take an Instagram-worthy picture. Some of my favorite swimsuits are the Mero, Roseau and Quenchy swimsuits from the Ebony Nikita SWIM line. The Mero Swimsuit is definitely an eye-catcher to say the least. It’s a walking showstopper in person AND on the gram. The Roseau Swimsuit is simple but BOLD. It's one of the best-sellers from Ebony Nikita SWIM due to its fun color and its daring design, which covers up the common problem areas on a woman’s body. The Quenchy Swimsuit comes in two designs and its the go-to swimsuit of the summer. It’s pattern celebrates the African culture and its easy to pack throw-on for last-minute beach trips. Source: Sephora.com 2. FOOL-PROOF Makeup Routine Everything is going great until your makeup decides to clocks out early or melt away. Having fool-proof and summer-fun makeup products are a MUST. Stop Your Search for a Sweat-proof Foundation. The Estee Lauder Double-Wear foundation is THE life-proof, medium to full coverage foundation. So there’s no longer a battle between you and the summer weather. One of my summer makeup goodies is the Juvia’s Place Blush Palette V.2. This blush palette has a great variety of summer colors which will give your cheeks the perfect flush. Source: Ulta.com , duduosu.com 3. SKINCARE. SKINCARE. SKINCARE. Skincare is my second love next to makeup. Having dependable skincare products will allow you to have the perfect makeup application and great skin for those actual no makeup days. The Perfect Makeup Application Great Skin for those Actual No-Makeup Days. Dudu Osun Black Soap is my go-to, everyday cleanser. It's a natural, organic and clean African black soap which cleanses your skin, diminishes acne and lighten dark spots. And that's only the beginning. It’s nothing new, it’s been used for many years by primarily Africans and Caribbeans. Commonly, you can find this product at your local African and Caribbean market and also at your beauty store. Derma E Overnight Mask is my beauty product I can depend on for brightening dark spots, smoothing uneven texture. Lets not forget it gives you a radiant glow . Its light as a serum and you apply it right before you go to bed, then wash it off in the morning. Then...BEHOLD, glowing, porcelain skin. Prada Candy Gloss Eau de Toilett. $100. Source: Sephora.com 4. Signature SUMMER Fragrance. My love. The Prada Candy Gloss Perfum is a luxury item for your summer AND early autumn festivities. It's a mature twist on a playful and fruity scent. All you need is a couple of spritz of this perfume on your way out the door. Source: RedCarpetShelley.com 5. FESTIVALS! The Caribbean Festival to be exact . An event filled with culture, music and delicious Caribbean food. Of course as a Dominican princess, this event is near and dear to my heart. Among other cities like New York, Atlanta hosts an annual Caribbean festival which fills street with vibrancy, fun and islander pride. To complete your summer, you HAVE to come out and experience the joy of celebrating beautiful culture. Make sure you check all of these goodies off your list before you close out your summer! Trust me. Its For Your Own Good , Ebony Nikita

Hello Dolls, A special part of my birthday celebration, me and my husband enjoyed an afternoon tea time at Chateau Elan, located in Braselton, Georgia. This is about an hour away from Atlanta. From pre-gift shopping, to primping and dressing for the occasion, I shared my experience with you in my Birthday Housewife Diary Vlog . Be sure to watch my vlog if you'd like to be apart of my full experience at the Chateau Elan. I want to share futher details about my tea time at Chateau Elan Winery & Resort. Reservations required. Afternoon Tea lasts approximately 1 hour. 2pm-4pm availability $55 for afternoon tea $85 for afternoon tea with sparkling wine - The First Look - I was in instantly in awe by the vineyards lined and welcoming us as we entered Chateau Elan’s grounds. Every building is an architectural beauty. There is an overwhelming sense of peacefulness and leisure as you explore. The venue is spacious and there are signs to direct you to different amenities like the spa, onsite restaurants, villas & the hotel rooms. The afternoon tea is located in the Versailles restaurant. The waiters and waitresses are polished in their white shirts, dress pants and welcoming smiles. Our waitress was incredibly accommodating, which made the experience all the more enjoyable. - In the Restaurant - The lobby leading into the restaurant has a sense of cozy elegance. When you enter, you're able to overlook the vast restaurant space and it's a true Cinderella moment. You're able to cascade from the grand two-sided staircase to the restaurant below. Once you make it to the end of the staircase you'll meet the beautiful, centered, oval fountain. The restaurant has a glass-top atrium and its canopied by dangling chandelier lights. The tea area is sectioned in smaller areas which is perfect for groups. I imagine you could fit up to 10 people in one area, quite comfortably. Its spacious with L-shape sectional couches, four chic chairs and a large center table. There are multiple little cubicles of exclusive dining areas. The palm trees borders the area to provide privacy. - Tea Time - The Tea We enjoyed the afternoon tea with sparkling wine. Our waitress greeted us well. She handed us a menu filled with their varieties of tea blends. The gorgeous tea cart containing different tea blends and the tea set was rolled out. We ordered the black orchid tea and the jasmine silver needle tea, which happens to be popular choices. Black Orchid Tea: Black Tea with aromas of vanilla and spice. Jasmine Silver Needle Tea: Chinese White Tea with fragrant Jasmine. Both have a beautiful flavor. On birthday in October, some of the treats we enjoyed included, chocolate-covered strawberries and mini raspberry mousse cakes. . My husband was very impressed by the Jasmine Silver's aroma. Our tiered tray of treats was brought out to us along with it's beautiful white and gold- trimmed scalloped white tea cups and teapots. The sparkling wine was a great addition to the array. The three courses of treats were blended together on the tiered tray, differing from a traditional tea setting. The Treats & Savories Me and my husband had a lot of fun trying all of the different treats with our tea. We weren't able to finish it all because we were full by all of the delicious food. I've noticed, depending on the season or month you visit for tea, some of the food options may vary. On birthday in October, some of the treat we enjoyed included, chocolate-covered strawberries and mini raspberry mousse cakes. Our food selection also included smoked salmon wrapped cucumber rolls, updated deviled eggs sandwiches, cinnamon cream mini cakes, cucumber & radish on cream cheese pumpernickel bread, cranberry-filled filo bites, mint chocolate truffles and mini crab puffs. You'll be able to see all of the treats and savories in my Housewife Diary Birthday Vlog . - Final Thoughts - Ever so often, our waitress checked on us which allowed us to enjoy our private tea time. Overall, I'd highly recommend the Chateau Elan for your next afternoon tea time.The ambiance is splendid, the choices and quality of tea is exceptional. Perfect for an elegant birthday celebration, couple's afternoon tea time, mother-daughter date or any excuse to enjoy an hour long tea time. I hope you enjoyed, Dolls! What are some of your favorite places to enjoy tea? Do you have a favorite tea blend? Comment below! & Lets Chat Dolls.

Hello Dolls, In my 2nd Holiday Housewife Diary Vlog , I set my Christmas tablescape and created my holiday floral arrangements. Here are my beloved holiday decorations and more options for your beautiful dining table. DECORATE WITH ME Shop Here: affliate links Garland Gold Charger Plates Placemats White Tablecloth Cloth Napkins

Tis' the season for giving. Christmas is one of my favorite holidays. In the Future, my husband and I decided we are not going to celebrate Christmas with anything Santa Claus or any other fictional “holiday” characters, which distract from Christ. You can choose how to celebrate “Christmas”. I still do love blessing my loved ones with gifts. Sometimes it hard to shop for other people and finding the perfect gift could be a challenge for us all. Heres multiple gift ideas which will make your shopping day easier. FOR THE FASHION LOVER KateSpade.com ; PrettyLittleThing.com A great gift that any fashionista would gravitate to is a good handbag. A great pick is the K ate Spade New York 'Mini Sylvia Glitter Cross-body'. Its simple, yet bold and very stylish. Another good pick a statement jacket. It could be furry, puffy or long-line. Depending on her style, try to get a jacket that will compliment her. If shes a chic girly girl like me, try this Pretty Little Thing's Dusty Pink Faux Fur Cropped Pocket Jacket. For the Beauty Product Junkie BoxyCharm.com Something new every month AND it’s all for a great value. This is a budget savvy gift that any girl would love. $25 for 5 items, you’re bound to fall in love any of them. For the Skincare Addict HiMirror via Instagram I received this HiMirror for my birthday from my husband and I am obsessed! I will be posting a review on my YouTube and on my blog very soon. Either way I would recommend this as a splurge gift. FOR THE MAKEUP LOVER UltaBeauty.com Sephora.com Two products with great reviews and they’re both black girl friendly! The Jackie Aina x ABH Eyeshadow Palette was raved about since the pre-order launch! Swatches AND blends BEAUTIFULLY. The Juvia's Place Saharan Blush Palette Volume 2 is my go-to everyday makeup product. A quick swirl will do you justice. With multiple shades & options, anyone would gravitate towards this beauty buy. HOLIDAY GIFT BUNDLE Sephora.com A highly reviewed brand like Fresh, would be a great luxe gift. Luckily this FRESH Fresh Darlings Gift Set is on sale for $25. ACCESSORIES that ANYONE WOULD LOVE MarleyLilly.com VictoriaSecret.com Personalized gifts are a great touch for ANY GIFT. A great choice is the Marley Lilly Mini Sherpa Backpack. They also sell monogram purses too! Another great gift option would be a soft plush robe with furry slippers! A great pick is the VICTORIA'S SECRET Logo Short Cozy Robe and signature satin slippers. Definitely try out these gift ideas. I hope you dolls are inspired by this post! I also hope you’ve got a great gift idea. What gift are you hoping for? Comment down below! Let’s Chat, Doll. Love, Ebony Nikita

The classic swipe of your credit card in your local mall has probably retired thanks to a delightful thing called online shopping. Of course online shopping is great, especially the mind-numbing pleasure of spending countless hours searching for the perfect item on various websites. Oh and we all love the conflicting moment of deciding if the item is worth the extra $7 shipping fee. The Perfect Bonding Experience Between You, Your Friends and Your Beloved Wallet. We have to admit shopping in person is a different adventure. The popular and trending shopping experience is going to a POP-UP SHOP event. This temporary store-front for online businesses is a trending way to view your favorite products and discover new ones. Going to a pop-up shop event can be a breath of fresh air. It’s the much needed getaway from your computer screen and crowded malls. Let’s not forget it’s the perfect bonding experience between you, your friends and your beloved wallet. And What Exactly is a Pop-Up Shop? A Pop-Up Shop could be anything from a booth at an event, a sectioned off retail space, a temporary store itself or it can be a constructed building in the middle of a shopping center. At a pop-up shop event you’re able to experience many versions of a store front. WHAT TO LOOK FORWARD TO: 1. THE. BEST. DEALS. Most pop-up shops provide crazy, good deals that you can’t get online. It’s common for businesses to provide their pop-up shop customers with a special discount on the brand’s services. For Ebony Nikita SWIM’s pop-up shop I provided my customers with an extra 25% OFF their purchase. As an added bonus, customers may receive 35% OFF any online purchase along with FREE custom swimsuit sizing. 2. The AESTHETIC ...Need I say more? Whether the pop-up shop is a sectioned booth or a separate facility, the aesthetic is to DIE for. The design of the space is typically decorated in a way to compliment the brand’s theme. You get a better visual of the brand versus only viewing their Instagram feed. The person behind the scene, the owner, is usually present and happy to assist you. It’s a great time to get to know the owner, their personality and understand the brand’s story. 3. Experience the joy of NO SHIPPING FEE SHIPPING. Ugh, the world would be a better place if there was free shipping. In person, you get the luxury of ensuring the quality of your purchase AND you get it right then and there. Isn’t that beautiful? 4. Find UNIQUE Products You’ve Been MISSING OUT on All work and no play? Sorry, never heard of her. Connecting and laughing with my customers was a highlight of my day, along with discovering other amazing products. In particular, I became obsessed with this beauty/skin brand called Sweeties Natural . Never have I ever tried a body butter so amazing. It was smooth to the touch and melted into my skin as light oil. AH-MAZE-ZING. I never knew what I was missing. At Pop-Up Shops you’re able to discover something new whether you were looking for it or not. 5. Meet your new BESTIE or BUSINESS PARTNER Pop-Up shops are filled with a variety of people, fashions and backgrounds. You would have to be the highest level of an introvert to NOT make a new friend. Even then, I’m sure you could meet a fellow introvert. When you stop by a pop-up shop it’s a great time to connect with others in a natural way. At the end of the night I walked away with EIGHT business cards which means eight potential business opportunities. If you are a business owner or an aspiring business owner, this is the perfect time to network and connect with other businesses for future collaboration or opportunities. Whether your style is cultural-inspired, punk, prep or minimalist, there's a Pop-Up Shop event that you NEED to go to. Join the fun and try something new. Trust me. It’s For Your Own Good , Ebony Nikita

Hello Dolls, In this past month I have added new products to my beauty favorites! It’s so important that we are taking care of ourselves. Primping and pampering is a must. These products have become apart of my everyday pampering routine. On my channel, I’ve already uploaded my said review on each product! {We’re almost to 300 subscribers! YAYYY} WATCH NOW: https://youtu.be/SAOybV5Jo3g MY CURRENT FAVORITES 1. Estée Lauder Double Wear Mineral Rich Powder 3.0 If I could describe this product with 2 phrases it would be: FULL COVERAGE & FLAWLESS FINISH Use with a makeup brush for a lighter coverage or use with the compact sponge for a full coverage effect. I love the pigmentation of this powder. I use this as a brightening powder under my eyes. Like any finishing powder, you should find a compatible concealer with this powder. The first concealer I used with this product was the Fenty Beauty Pro Filter concealer. I loved that concealer until I realized how easily it broke up by the end of the day. This powder was not very forgiving when I paired it with the Fenty concealer. Yet, with my other concealers it worked out beautifully. I think they're sold out of this exact powder! I’m sad because I am in love with this one, but luckily I have a lot left. Nonetheless, here is a similar Estée Lauder pigmented powder that may still get the job done. Click the pic down below! Estée Lauder Perfecting Loose Powder 2. Growth Nail Polish It’s those small details that matter. One of those details are NAILS! Although I featured a different brand in my episode, this is my beloved and favorite nail growth polish! This line has multiple polishes for your nail needs. They have a solution for weak nails, soft and peeling, hard and brittle and more. I personally used this one, which I bought from Sally Beauty. I was AMAZED because my nails grew within a week. This can be applied under OR over your nail polish! I personally love to use it as a top coat. 3. Peach and Lily Glass Skin Refining Serum The one and the only! Glass skin serum. I’ve used this product for over a year now and I still love it. The amount of product given in the bottle is plenty to last you over a year, like me. I adore the results you get from using this your first week and every day. It smooths your skin’s texture beautifully and it calms and diminishes any blemish of mine. I favor using this before makeup. This is my daily skincare MUST-HAVE. BONUS: Peach & Lily is CLEAN BEAUTY! 4. Silky Skin Custard For your body, I love using this product on my face and hair as a moisturizer and on my body. The texture is similar to raw African Shea butter once you rub it in. I love the versatility of this product and all of the great benefits. Simple, clean, organic and vegan ingredients make this product one of my favorites. It is important that we know what we are putting on our body. I can trust this product to work. I personally haven’t tracked my results, but I may begin to this month! Any beauty favorites you’d like to share? Comment down below! I love trying new products. Let’s Chat, Doll. Wishing you peace and good health, 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! 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, 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! 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

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,