Dear Followers,

I want to apologize for the way that I've been slacking on my posts. I'm really working on giving my blog a face-lift so that I can continue to be creative and deliver consistently.

I find it hard to so when the place that my thoughts call home is a mess. Lol.

I've been reading you guys' blogs while on hiatus - searching for ideas, templates etc. I've also noticed that my views are still rising and I'm grateful for that.

Thankyou for stopping by whenever you have the chance. Things'll be back to normal soon!

- Tierra xoxo

Jordin Sparks - Battlefield

I reeeally like this song!

I've never been too fond of Jordan. I've always known that she had a nice voice, but I've never been moved by her music.

When I hear this, I feel it! It feels as if she's feeling it, like she's pouring her heart out, which makes it soo deep.

The video's pretty cool too.

-xoxo

WHO'S BAD?!

Agyness Deyn pays Homage to the King - MJ of course - in the September issue of Bazaar!

&& speaking of September issues, YOU MUST get Vogue, Elle and Glamour.

I bought all three of them yesterday and I'm all warm inside lol.

The editorials are Killer.

Nicolas Ghesquiere has a pair of Balenciaga shoes in Elle that will knock your socks off, on and off again!

..Don't say I didn't warn you :)

-xoxo

Hovi & Harpo [haha]

::Do I really need to caption these::

-xoxo

The Empowered Woman - Sonny Carroll

The Empowered Woman, she moves through the world

with a sense of confidence and grace.

Her once reckless spirit now tempered by wisdom.

Quietly, yet firmly, she speaks her truth without doubt or hesitation

and the life she leads is of her own creation.

She now understands what it means to live and let live.

How much to ask for herself and how much to give.

She has a strong, yet generous heart and the inner beauty she emanates truly sets her apart. Like the mythical Phoenix,

she has risen from the ashes and soared to a new plane of existence,

unfettered by the things that once posed such resistance.

Her senses now heightened, she sees everything so clearly.

She hears the wind rustling through the trees;

beckoning her to live the dreams she holds so dearly.

She feels the softness of her hands

and muses at the strength that they possess.

Her needs and desires she has learned to express.

She has tasted the bitter and savored the sweet fruits of life,

overcome adversity and pushed past heartache and strife.

And the one thing she never understood,

she now knows to be true,

it all begins and ends with you.

** How often do you lift yourself up? How often do you say to yourself "you're beautiful" "you're smart" etc.? If not very often, then 'we' have some things to change. I can't say that I do these things either but why not? I've noticed that most ppl refrain from giving themselves compliments and look to receive them from others. ..but do keep in mind, no one's going to see in you, what you don't already see in yourself. **

-xoxo

..::Stylista of the Day::..

I Love This Jacket!

[exaggerated shoulders are a great way to ring the alarm!]

Cassie may have went to the left with her haircut, but keep it funky - her style's always RIGHT!
I love to see her - she's always dolled, even on her most casual day. I was always a fan of Cassie's look because it was soo sweet and girly - very feminine. I think the cut, brings out a rocker chick that I wasn't quite prepared for but w. time have warmed up to.

I give Cassie's style and sweet personality [4in. stillettos]

-xoxo

"so what we playing for?" - {Sanaa Voice}

DO YOU!

-xoxo

P.S. 22 Chorus singing Lady Gaga's "Just Dance"

When I first heard "Just Dance", I liked it.

...But when I watched this performance on Alexa Chung, I LOVED IT.

Tirzah, the lead singer, has such a nice voice. Listening to her sort of gave me chills. I guess because she's so young and I honestly didn't expect her to deliver as well as she did. I can honestly see her being a hit one day.

-xoxo

Achem! ...I'd just like to say -

Thank You, to all of my followers [any and everyone who reads my blog]. I've been getting alot of recognition from my peers lately and I appreciate it more than you guys may know.

In my last post, I spoke about needing motivation and support. The fact that you guys stop by is more than enough motivation for me to keep writing because it's no longer for me only, I now have an audience - an even bigger reason to stay on top of what I do, and continuously work toward perfecting my craft.

so, with that said - Thanks a million!!!

Keep coming, and commenting and I'll keep delivering!!

<3

-xoxo

SUCCESS!! [who wants some?!]

"Happy are those who dream dreams and are willing to pay the price to make them come true."

-Anonymous

&& I say..

..CASH or CREDIT?..

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Here's Both!! [lol]

- what are you willing to do to make your dreams come true? Of course, a monetary payment isn't an option - that is unless you're investing in a business and even then $$$ just won't suffice. How hard are you willing to work? Are you strong enough for the many No's that you're bound to receive before you're hit w. that big YES?! Girls - you will sweat out that weave!!

..can you handle it?!

In order to be successful, You need to first, have a dream - be determined enough to go after it and strong enough to stay w. it because the world will surely tear you down. You need motivation and support from others because after soo many No's - YOU may tear yourself down.

..&& I'm speaking to myself as well, getting inside of my own head.

Lets be BIG together!

-xoxo

Fashion File: Natasha Poly

July '08

.."I thought I was the ugliest girl in school"

Oh Naty! [lol]

..Loving her walk!..

-xoxo

Christian Dior Haute Couture F/W - 2009/2010

Talk about RINGING THE ALARM!

I have to give it to Dior - This was indeed a BAD show.

&& the models GAVE IT! - Their attitudes were tattooed, no? [lol]

The garments are of course a bit much but it's Haute Couture [what do you expect].

Inspired? - I was!! - as far as silhouettes and color coordination goes. I love to see how designers mix and match colors on the runway - it helps alot when I'm searching for fits. I may not have the same pieces as them but I know [for example] that red looks nice w. pale pink, therefore helping me to put together my red and pale pink pieces.

..S.O. to Charles Corvsky-Dieujuste for putting me on to this vid and look out for him in upcoming posts. ..He's going places and this blog's following!..

-xoxo

Jersey Peep-Toe Lace Ups

I really dig these shoes, and the fact that they're now $165 [from $500, that's nuts].
The heather grey jersey material is what really attracted me to the shoe in the first place. It's a true representation of my style. I love to look dolled but not extra dressy. The material and laces gives it the rigt amount of 'chill' and the patent leather orange and metallic silver backs provides the sexy.

I honestly see me ordering these. I think it'd be sweet for Fall w. blue straight leg jeans, a white button-down, light weight scarf and trench. <3

-xoxo

Don't Be That Girl...

Wanting to be kissed
Wanting to be hugged
Don’t be that girl
Don’t be that girl looking for love
Don’t be that girl hooked on drugs
She aint right
Addicted to what could be
Addicted to might
Addicted to the plight of trying to find Mr. Right
But Mr. Right is Wrong
That’s why I write this song
N I don’t need a hook for this hit
You can’t always get what you want
But that don’t mean you put up with his s***
For the sake of that hug
For the sake of that kiss
Don’t be that girl
Don’t be that girl, that when we reminisce
We’re shaking our heads
He said if you love him, you’ll take him to bed
So to prove that you love him
You open ya legs
Now he’s open
And he’s stroking
You in pain
But you aint sayin it
For the sake of that hug
For the sake of that kiss
He wakes up n he leaves you
You’re crying “boo, I need you “
For the sake of that love, you think that you’re gonna miss.
Don’t allow yourself to be dissed
Don’t allow it
Them boyz wanna be men
But you aint here to raise 'em
Don’t stoop to their level
Listen when I tell you
When it comes to your heart
Don’t Settle
You’ll lose
So don’t be that girl
Taking in every dude
For the sake of that hug
For the sake of that kiss
There’s someone for everyone
Your “someone”..u might miss.

-Tierra Lee.

-XOXO