Hello everyone! In the two years that I’ve been doing this blog, I’ve tried to steer clear of giving specific clothing recommendations. I did so once in this past article about engaging in fashion trends more sustainably. It’s my only post with direct recommendations so far. In light of the huge sale happening on the…
Our Most Forgotten Local Resource: The Library
Why did we forget about the library? This year I told myself that I was going to make an effort towards patronizing my local libraries. My goal took a very slow start at the beginning of this year, but I’ve been making progress this summer, and it’s been so amazing. I love reading, but with…
Designing Tennis Looks Perfect for the WTA Tour
Last summer, I took the plunge and I finally signed myself up for tennis lessons. Within seconds of hitting the first ball, I fell in love with the sport. It’s exhausting and draining at times, but when you see the ball float across the net you realize how elegant the sport is. I’ve been following…
Tolu’s Guide to Quito for First Timers
Hello everyone! Last week, I finally touched down in the states after spending three weeks in Quito, Ecuador. The reason for this trip was for a bit of pleasure, but mainly for a study abroad program I was enrolled in. The purpose of the program is for pre-med students to learn Spanish and particularly medical…
When Fiction Becomes Fact: Reviewing the novel Ace of Spades
I finally read Ace of Spades by Faridah Àbíké-Íyímídé. This novel came out in 2021, and I added it to my TBR on Goodreads immediately when I saw all of the hype on Booktok. Cut to four years later, and I was stumbling through Barnes and Noble with my birthday gift card, and I saw…
Uncovering the Blooming Blumarine Spring/Summer 2004 Collection
A couple of months ago, I wrote an article where I reviewed the Fall 1994/1995 Collection from Isaac Mizrahi. I wanted to revisit this topic and review another runway collection. This time I will be uncovering the 2004 Spring/Summer Blumarine collection. This was such a refreshing collection, so let’s unpack it. One aspect of this…
You’re Not Alone in Your Disappointment
This time of year always incites many different feelings for me. As I scroll through Instagram, students sharing their accomplishments floods my explore page. They received admission into multiple ivy leagues, graduated summa cum laude, or received a 4.0 this semester. Joy and pride for these people fills within me when I first see these…
My Thoughts on the 2025 Met Gala
Have you ever felt very satisfied for a continuous period of time? Like you’re at a restaurant, and every part of the meal tastes exceptional. That’s how I felt when I watched the Met Gala this year. This is the first time in years where the theme and dress code were understood by the designers…
The 2025 Met Gala: Celebrating Black Tailoring and Style
Happy Met Gala eve everyone! I’m in the midst of finals season, which hasn’t left me much time to post. I’ve prioritized my schoolwork over this blog which annoys me, but school comes first. Hopefully with summer on the way, I’ll have a lot more time to post consistently and more frequently. Now, let’s dive…
Is the United States the Greatest Country in the World?
What makes the United States the greatest country in the world? Is it the right wing conspiracists setting our policy? I don’t think so. Is it the fact that a monstrous billionaire has the President of the United States wrapped around his finger? You tell me. Is it because Immigration and Customs Enforcement sends innocent…