Pattern Play in the Bedroom
By Cheryl Luckett
Pattern Play
Recently I put the finishing touches on fun, colorful bedroom client project for a talented teen artist. There were quite a few comments on the color and pattern usage in the space so I thought I’d share my tips for successfully mixing color and pattern.…
Let Your Complexion Be Your Color Guide
By Dwayne Collins
Many people find themselves asking the question, “what colors are in this season?” The proper question to ask is, ”what colors compliment my skin complexion? ”
Keep in mind ”what colors are hot this season ” come and go, but your
Dwayne Collins wears a lime green shirt to highlight how it compliments his skin tone.…
Athleisure wear: How To Wear It Well
LaShanda Millner-Murphy
By LaShanda Millner-Murphy
Activewear has changed its name to athleisure wear and has created a buzz outside the gym. Athleisure wear is accepted by many as a wearable style on the weekends for parties and on the go. Some designers have even added add Athleisure wear to their fashion lines.…
Self-taught Jean Maker Creates Anarchy with Denim
By Tonya Jameson
Photos by Jonathan Cooper
To most people, a pair of jeans is simply another piece of clothing. To Stan Fraser, jeans are storytellers: the way the fabric bunches above shoes, wrinkles beh
ind knees or leaves an imprint on a pocket that held a wallet for years. …
Workout Clothes that Work for You
By Elizabeth Colen
Elizabeth Colen
I often get asked, “How do I get the right workout clothes for me?” I came up with a quick guide that will help anyone who is purchasing new workout gear. When trying on workout clothes it’s always important to choose your true size (not a small when you truly wear a medium) no one will see your size it is sewn on the inside.…
Part 2: Pleated Trousers are for Every “Body”
By Dwayne Collins
In my last column, I discussed the importance of the plain front trouser and how to wear them properly. Now let’s discuss the pleated trouser is without question perfect for men of all body types ( slender, athletic or portly ).…
Dress Your Best with Spring/Summer Colors
By LaShanda Millner-Murphy
There’s nothing like the joy of spring and warm summer weather to put you in the mood to put away the muted color tights, coats and scarves and move in the brighter colors and lighter weight fabrics.…
Two Styles, One Design
By Cheryl Luckett
Interior Designer
Developing a design plan for clients is not always an easy task. Add to that conflicting styles and you’ve got a recipe for disaster. When I’m pulling together spaces for couples there are a few things that I like to keep in mind that I believe are keys to merging two design aesthetics into one.…
Style Trend for Men: How to Wear The Plain Front Trouser
By Dwayne Collins
As a stylist, it seems everywhere I go most men are wearing plain front trousers. Gentlemen, the plain front trouser is a nice wardrobe option however, there are some important tips to consider.
First, plain front trousers are ideal for a man with a slender or athletic build.…