There’s nothing more frustrating than starting a new diet and experiencing the same challenges and setbacks. You may have bought a whole new range of ingredients for your food, some new small Tupperware for meal prep or a snacking diet or you may simply have been excited to see the results of a diet that you’re sure will work this time. The truth is that the best-laid plans can unravel if you still have bad habits. Here’s what to look out for to ensure your daily habits are not deterring your weight log efforts.

 

Alcohol

 

Alcohol is often a significant challenge to your weight loss plans. A casual happy hour or drinks with dinner can pack on more calories that you’d expect. It’s important to understand how alcohol and weight loss are linked. Some diets may recommend completely eliminating alcohol while others allow it in moderation. Either way, the key is to be informed to make smart choices that work for your life.

 

Not Balancing Exercise & Actual Calories Needed

 

Exercise can result in many more benefits than getting your heart rate up. It’s an important part of most weight loss program and can help you increase your energy levels and feel better. However, people can sabotage their weight loss efforts after working out with their diet choices. Although you’ll be burning more calories and you will likely feel hungrier this can encourage you to eat more, and sometimes overeat. Pay attention to what and when you’re eating. Just because you’re working out it doesn’t mean you can eat whatever you want. As you workout more, keep in mind that muscle is heavier than fat, so just because the number on the scale is going up, this isn’t necessarily a bad thing.

 

Smoking

 

Smoking is famously an appetite killer, but it comes as a cost that can never be worth it. Unfortunately, the results of quitting smoking – or even cutting down – is that you feel like you have a hole in your belly that you need to fill with food. Nicotine craving is not dissimilar from the sensation of a hungry belly. Don’t give in to these urges, and understand it’s just the nicotine craving, which will pass. After three weeks, the nicotine stops acting on your body, and you’ll be able to continue your diet without cravings.

 

Inactivity

 

Inactivity is quite a common part of our everyday lives: after stressful days at work, we’re often tempted to continue sitting on our bums on the couch watching television before heading off to bed. Unfortunately, being completely sedentary is also psychologically related to eating or snacking, and can even lead to a bad posture. The advice here isn’t to cancel all your leisure time, but it is to bear in mind that too much time spent inactive will not do your health any good. Next time you have a stressful day try going on a walk around the park, run, or even a yoga class to get moving and destress.

 

Use these tips to ensure that the next time you start a diet, you’re aware of all the habits which can make or break your success.

 

Fall is upon us!
And with a change in seasons comes a change in hot trends you can incorporate into your current classics to give them a jolt. Read on for quick rundown of the top five Fall 2018 trends: What They Are and How to Wear them:
1. Neon:

As seen at: Prada, Balmain, Balenciaga

How to Wear it:

Shocking neon colors are not for the faint of heart, so if you’re going to go for neon, go all the way! In season’s past, we’ve incorporated neon accents like bags or shoes, but Fall 2018 is all about the full on commitment.

Slip on a full neon Versace suit a la Blake Lively, or rock a neon dress or work out ensemble like Kim K.

Neon also works for hair, so ladies, don’t be shy…

2. Animal Print

As seen at: Dolce & Gabbana

How to Wear It:

Whether wearing a suit, a jacket, or a set, animal print is always in. Amp up your wardrobe with a few feral combos.

Fall 2018 mixes animal print with neons hues. Only the bold need apply.

3. Plaid

As seen at: Versace, Fendi, Balenciaga

How to wear it:

Go schoolgirl chic in a plaid skirt or amp it up in a menswear inspired suit or coat. However you rock it, you’ll be bomb!

4. Suits

As seen at: Cushnie, Dolce & Gabbana, Moschino

How to Wear It:

Wear a suit in a flirty, feminine color or with a waist cinching fit for a chic twist.

Tailoring is key. Add fun details like brooches and feathers for an updated look.

5. Logo Love

As seen at: Fendi, Gucci, Burberry, Balmain.

How to Wear It:

Wear one logo’ed out item, or pile it on for lasting effect.

Though most ‘it’ girls wear expensive designer brands, you can rock the logo trend with any brand, high or low.

Be sure to bring your logo printed items to Convos with Claire Atlanta on October 13th!

Get your tickets at CWCATL.eventbrite.com.

Images: Getty + Instagram @KeyshiaKaoir, @KimKardashian, @IamCardiB, @RitaOra, @KarleUSAStar

What a week in style we had! Fashion month is closing out, but the celebs are still hitting the scene in their best fashions/ This week we have a bomb lineup of the most liked looks. Get into it here:

1.Cardi B in Dolce & Gabbana

Cardi has been shutting it down lately. From Milan Fashion Week to Paris Fashion Week her and her bomb stylist Kollin Carter were a force to be reckoned with. It’s safe to say she didn’t miss a beat. Her first look of Milan Fashion Week stole the show with over 11,000 likes for this head to toe animal printed Dolce & Gabbana ensemble paired with leopard print thigh high boots. Hot!

2. Kim Kardashian in Tom Ford 

Coming in number two was Kim Kardashian in a simple, yet cute look. She supported her baby girl North West during her 1st runway debut wearing vintage wide leg python printed wide leg pants and an oversized Prada clutch. The animal print trend certainly took over this week!

3.Beyoncé in Zimmermann 

It’s just like Queen Bey to slay us in the midst of her On The Run tour. She hopped onto Instagram to bless our feeds with a few looks. This Zimmermann set was beloved by our readers. The feminine floral ensemble was a Zimmermann classic and Bey rocked it. I love that she wore a high bun and statement earrings, it drew more attention to the details of her look.

4. Lady Gaga in Gareth Pugh Studio

Come through Gaga! Who say’s head to toe black can’t be bomb?! Lady Gaga stepped out working a belted trench by Gareth Pugh studio and thigh high black boots. @v_vintage said, “Her stylist hasn’t been playing lately!!!” She sure hasn’t been because she is killing it!

5. Tiffany Haddish in Cushnie

Tiffany’s looks are often a hit or a miss with our readers, but they were loving this color block Cushnie number! Haddish attended the LA Film Festival in a red and purple dress by the brand with a red sandal. She looked so bomb! @chocolatemorticia said, “Love this Cushnie dress! Best I’ve seen her look!” I definitely agree!

Who wore your favorite look?

Happy Saturday!
I am currently in Atlanta, handling some family business and also prepping for Convos with Claire! Our event is coming up October 13th, and I couldn’t be more excited to see how ATL shows out with our Logo Love dress code! So Fun!

The day before I hopped on a plane, I was honored to receive Cafe Mocha Radio’s Style Awards, as apart of their Salute Her Honors.

I was blessed to receive an award alongside industry change makers like Arva Rice, President of the New York Urban League, celebrity publicist Gwendolyn Quinn, legendary singers Valerie Simpson and Nona Hendryx, activist Gwen Carr, and Bloomberg radio anchor Donna Wilson.

For the night, I wore a look from @FashionBombDailyMag Advertiser @ShopOyemwen.

The brand features loads of looks I love, including tutus of various colors equipped with high slits, sleek suits, and more. I’m sure you’ll love them! Check them out here.

Life is still in a bit of an upheaval with @FashionbombDaily disabled, but I’m slowly but surely bouncing back! I’ve gotten over the shock of what happened, been doing my best to get it together, and have learned how to just get on with life. Awards and honors like this one certainly keep me encouraged!

Thank you to Sheila Eldridge and Cafe Mocha Radio for this honor!

Images: @MrVocabTV

Happy Thursday, Bombers and Bombshells!
Today, I wanted to introduce you to Modaf Designs, a unique fashion collection with Western and Afro fusion for women of various heights and sizes.

Created by Nigerian designer Joy Ijeoma Meribe, the collection blends current trends with Afro influences. Garments are ‘height and size inclusive,’ with Italian sizes 38 to 60 and heights for petite, standard, and tall.

Embellishments and hand-cut applications give a customized and sophisticated feel, distinguishing Modaf Designs from its competitors.

Contribute to their Kickstarter here and get a discount on select items from the collection.

See more below:

What do you think?

Contribute to their Kickstarter here. Shop select styles at ModafDesigns.com.

Happy Tuesday!

Today’s Fashion Bombshell of the day is Kelsey-Marie from Trinidad.

Slay! Very chic and minimal! Love your looks!

 

View more looks below!

Learn more about this Bombshell on Instagram @trinidadianlove.

What do you think?

Thoughts on Kelsey-Marie from Trinidad?

HOT! SHE’S A BOMBSHELL!

NICE STYLE, BUT NOT QUITE A BOMBSHELL

SOME HITS, SOME MISSES

NOT GOOD, BUT NOT BAD

HMM…NAH!

 

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Italian fashion house, Versace has lead the fashion industry with iconic designs for decades. The brand could be sold to Michael Kors in a $2 billion deal according to the Wall Street Journal.

In a CNN Money interview Neil Saunders, managing director of the Consultancy GlobalData Retail said, ” Michael Kors should work to tone down “some of the brasher elements” of the Versace brand in order to appeal to modern consumers. But the deal would help Michael Kors compete against larger rivals.” Versace is known for it’s baroque print threads as well as classic pieces beloved by many celebs.

 

Toning down the Versace designs would certainly take away from the brand’s image. Readers were not too happy with this news. @yourstyleisforever said, “This is a mess to me. I respect MK but he isn’t Versace and I don’t feel is equipped to carry on the legacy. I don’t want to see Versace on Macy’s racks.” @jerksauceshawty added, “Nooooo Donatella, don’t do this to your brother’s legacy.” 

What do you think of this news?

Paris Fashion Week kicked off today as the last week of runway shows during fashion month. But, Milan Fashion Week closed out with weekend with one of our faves sitting front row—Cardi B! The bombshell rapper attended Dolce & Gabbana’s show rocking animal print from head to toe. She wore a D&G tiger printed trench dress accessorized with fur glasses by the brand and bomb earrings. She completed the look with $1,295 leopard print Giuseppe Zanotti thigh high boots.

 

Not many people can pull off head to toe animal print, but Cardi looked bomb! With 10,000+ like on our Instagram, readers were loving this ensemble @kingcleopatra_ said, “Cardi always looks so polished and high fashion! Her stylist is nailing it! I absolutely love this. THIS is how you make a statement. DG is still supporting this authentic woman. So proud of her!”  We couldn’t agree more! Cardi and her stylist, Kollin Carter are certainly a force to be reckoned with when they work together. 

After the show is the after party! Cardi performed at a Dolce event following the show wearing the brand’s thread yet again. This time she strayed away from the animal print and stepped out in a chic pantsuit.

The pink printed jacquard suit featured embellished lapels and looked super classy on Cardi. I love the quick switch to the extra long hair! Next up, Paris Fashion Week! Are you excited to see what she will step out in?

 

Bomb Product alert! Hit the beach or pool in a sultry swimsuit by Zoo Skinz:

The cute bikini and one pieces boast exotic prints and cut outs.

Get yours here.

What do you think?

Happy Monday!
Today I wanted to do a quick feature on Bella Evans @ByBellaEvans, a fabulous New York based natural hairstylist and wig specialist.

She got her start in hair care a few years ago when her aunt was diagnosed with cancer. She says, “She had long luscious locs for years and [lost them due to] chemotherapy etc. From that moment on, not only did I realize the impact that hair had on women but that I would try to make a difference. My mom is a bit of an herbalist and from her teachings and studying I came up with my own line of hair care products, extensions, and other hair replacement pieces.”

She continues, “My inspiration came from not knowing what a lot of ingredients meant. From seeing a product listed as a coconut oil infused moisturizer, reading the ingredients and seeing coconut oil (or something derived from it) as the fourth or fifth ingredient. I wanted to be able to know exactly what was in the products that I decided to use. My heart has always been in natural hair and skin care. For me the apothecary/ holistic approach is the way to go.”

A lot of women wear wigs, but sometimes neglect their natural hair. Bella recommends that those who wear wigs take them off to allow their scalp to breathe. She says, “A healthy scalp is crucial for long and healthy hair growth.”

In terms of the do’s and don’ts of wearing wigs, she says:
Do be expressive, and allow your creative juices to flow. Take care of your wigs as you would your natural hair. If you do not take care of your natural hair, start doing both.

Do not use excessive heat or oil-based products. Don’t leave your wig on for long periods of time, your scalp needs to breathe. Do not forget to rid your wigs of built up bacteria by using a clarifying shampoo.

How about rules for natural hair?

Do read the ingredients in the products, do wash your hair regularly but not so much that you strip your hair of its natural oils. Try to stay free of synthetic products. Do steam and deep conditioning treatments at least twice a month.

Do not use excessive heat on your natural hair, do not forget to oil your hair and keep it moisturized, do not think that’s wigs and extensions are an end all be all. They are a temporary solution, you have to fix the initial problem if you want to see change.

In conclusion she says, “I love that I can be creative and help others. I love that my job allows me to have time with my family. But most of all I love that I can change someone’s day or brighten their world by living in my purpose. Healing the outside by bringing what’s on the inside to the surface. Helping individuals learn that your outer beauty comes from within.”

For more information, visit @ByBellaEvans.
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