Mani Pedi: Sally Hansen Queen of the Jungle

You can never have enough animal print in your life. At least, the PFMs can't. Whether it's your denim, your blouse, or your nails, we have a thing for it. Makes sense that I was immediately hooked on this Sally Hansen Salon Effects pattern, Queen of the Jungle. So I'm singing the praises of a classic brown-white giraffe print mani that's easy to wear. The compliments kept coming...but mostly in the form of "oooh I really love your crackle polish!" 

Ha ha. Sure I'll take it- I love the crackle look too! Have you tried an animal-print mani yet? What's your fave?

Daily Outfit: Fit for a Queen

my mani is Sally Hansen, of course! Girl Flower - though i was hesitant at first , now i love this pattern!

it was love at first sight with these edgy studded flats!

with so many people bringing back the "turban", i decided to dedicate my look to the original head wrap wearers. ( you know who you are!)  there was a time when i could be found rocking all types of head wraps- super sky high, two fabric patterns - you name it, i tried it.  the head wrap is another example of how fashion imitates life.   while i love that they have recently been seen on the runways, i like to give props to the trends that actually have a functional use as well.  although it has become fashionable, it has historically been worn as a means of protection or as a covering for a woman's (or a man's, in some cases) source of strength - her hair.  the head wrap can be found in many cultures.  for example, royalty in Africa wear head wraps or crowns to signify status and tribal identity.  though i like to think of myself as royal, today i rock my head wrap out of fashion inspiration as well as to cover my bad hair day lol.  it is a fun way to both get back to my roots and look fresh at the same time!

(Vintage Taupe leather jacket - Thrift store find, Luz tee - Bitten, studded skinny jeans, Blank NYC, studded pointy flats - BCBGMaxAzria, Copper bracelets - TashaWest.com, Shoulder Strands in 24kt. - MavenFresh)