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I recently released a new single (a little pat on the back) and part of that process for me was, “okay, how do I get it heard??'” We are all out here trying to figure it out! Where can we submit our music to gain more visibility, streams, and *fingers cross* find out fan base? I’m still working on this myself, but here’s a list of places I’ve collected in the process!

If you participate in the holidays and love your creative creator friends and want to gift them something that could be of use rather than something that will they’ll find 2 years later stuffed behind their bed, this one is for you! 🫶🏾

Every year Valentine's Day comes and go and you head to your closet and find something red or pink or purple or velvet and call it a day… This year? Whether it's for a romantic night out, Galentine's, or a indulgent solo date, we're going to dress with the intention of FEELING GOOD AND IN LOVE with you!!

I always like to describe my personal style as “Artsy Chic”! Which to me is where creative, out of the box style meets sleek, chic! I think somewhere between Rihanna meets Teyana Taylor meets Kristy Sarah with like a dash of Kelsey Ashley. Here are some unique pieces that I find represent that style really well and a good place to start as inspo to cultivate your own unique creative style!

I feel like there was definitely a point when I would have an event or something special coming up I wasn't sure where to go or where to start outside of the normal places! I spent some time gathering shops that I like that give some unique options or gowns and dresses that also won't empty out your pockets!

IF YOU'RE LOOKING FOR NEW MUSIC TO ADD TO YOUR PLAYLISTS AND KNOW THE IMPORTANCE OF SUPPORTING LOCAL ARTISTS, this list is for you. As an independent music artist myself, I am always trying to stay tapped in with what's going on in the scene around here. The possibilities become endless when you allow the world to inspire you. I can confidently say there is SO MUCH talent out here that I'm learning about and finding every day. And I know everyone thinks they have great music taste, but I have curated a concert series with 3 seasons and audience that have very much so affirmed mine! Here are some upcoming independent artists that I feel like everyone SHOULD know before they blow! This one is by location and on a rolling basis!

Whether it’s a creative idea, new branding photos, wedding, fashion, or upcoming event.. I guarantee you I know some amazing photographers for everything! Being an entertainment and media, it’s kind of a must to be secretly collecting all your dream collaborators to work with. So here’s a list of some that I’ve either worked with or has been on my watchlist and has consistently put out amazing work every time!

Most questions I get about my face are about how my skin is so clear! We'll get to that, but I recently feel like I just got my every day “glowy no-makeup makeup” look down! I feel like a little baby doll!! Most think it's in the makeup, when actually it's in the prep! So, if you're trying to lock down you prep routine for that soft look, check this list out!

The power of press-ons can NOT be understated and they've been my favorite “baddie on a budget” hack! Especially when you find really good ones from companies who could use your support (that's not necesarily getting them from Amazon or Temu) they last longer and look better! Here are some of my recs!

*Constantly Growing List* This is a series I started on my socials channels! Now in this economy, therapy can be expensive. We all know that. I’ve stopped and started with a few therapists over the years because of this. And being a creative? Not always the most lucrative (though I personally believe it can be otherwise because we don’t do limiting beliefs around here!!) However, an accessible, tuned in heart, mind, and spirit are essential to the creative process. So there have to be other ways to touch base with your inner child and find your inner joy and confidence and even face your shadows right? *I am in no way a mental health professional!!!* but through trial and error, observation, and experience.. these are things I started investing in when I couldn’t afford therapy on a consistent basis.

When I call something “creative coded” on any of my lists, it usually means “from the creative's perspective” or “unique and engaging” or “not your typical”. I like to create lists that are full of things that I myself would love to go to as a creative-oriented person, normally meaning that are full of life, bold, fun, and/or spicy in some way! So here are some “Creative Coded” V-Day ideas for you and your boo!

The places that “feel like the movies”. The places that feel unreal and make you believe in food chemistry! The places that you WANT to take pictures because it’ll look great on the gram (or to show your friends and family). But also- you don't feel like you HAVE to wear the most expensive pieces in your closet just as a ticket in the door… it *could* be slightly above casual or it *could* be dress the night away- your pick. I know this isn’t for everyone, but I also know if you’re going to take a trip to NYC, you gotta go to at least ONE spot that makes it worth it. Here are my recs!

I am NOT vegan (so you know it’s real!!). I’m typically a big texture person, and that’s usually my issue with vegan food, it’s trying to replicate textures that it just can’t and then just really misses out on the flavor too. I just don’t think vegan food has to be “poorly made substitutes.” and there so many places I've experienced that never made me think to myself “I wish I had the real thing” because I enjoyed it exactly the way it was. So here are some places I’ve gone (and want to go) that has BOMB food (whether you’re vegan or not!!).