Spring Blues

Hey Dolls,

I know I promised the details to this look awhile ago, but as a full-time student sometimes my passion for blogging has to take the backseat to my education. I received a large response on my FB Like Page, Style Stories of Katiyah Jo'Nel, and I knew I had to keep my promise. I created this spring inspired makeup look, in hopes it would bring sunnier days. Even though spring is here, where I live we are still experiencing some chilly weather. I hope this look brings a little sunshine to your day. Enjoy:)

MAKEUP BREAKDOWN

~Face~

Primer: Rimmel London Stay Matte
Foundation: Black Radiance Color Perfect "Brownie"
Under-eye Highlight: L.A. Girl Pro Concealer "Toffee"
Highlight Set: Ruby Kisses HD Setting Pwdr "Banana"
Contour: E.L.F Contouring Blush & Bronzing Duo "Turks & Caicos"
Blush: MAC "Peaches"

~Eyes~

Eyeshadow Primer: Urban Decay Primer Potion
Eyebrows: Nicka K Auto Liner "Dark Brown"
Inner Corner Base: NYX Jumbo Pencil "Horseradish"
Inner Corner: Almay Singles "Honeydew"
Center Base: NYX Jumbo Pencil "Peacock"
Center Lid: Milani Singles "Bella Teal"
Outer Corner: Milani Singles "Bella Navy"
Eye Liner: E.L.F Liquid Liner

~Mascara~

Younique 3D Fiber Lash System

I was gifted this 3D lash system to be reviewed, but before given you a review I wanted to use it for awhile. The instructions to these 3D fiber lashes tells you to apply regular mascara first, but with this application I did not do so. With applying the regular mascara first, my lashes look too clumpy in my opinion. I do see myself reaching for this product, because of the simplicity of not needing lashes or lash glue.  

~Lips~

Lip Liner: MAC "Cork"

Lipstick: MAC "Velvet Teddy"

Gloss: Nanacoco "Hidden Desire"

Thank you so much for stopping by, I hope you enjoyed my 'Spring Blues' makeup look. I always encourage feedback, so please don't be afraid to leave a COMMENT BELOW. Please don't forget to JOIN my blog to stay up-to-date with the newest blog post & SHARE this post with friends.

"Life is your RUNWAY, so make each STYLE STORY count."

Katiyah Jo'Nel

The Reality Show

Hey Dolls,

So around mid-February, I had gotten wind that Jazmine Sullivan-- the amazing, talented, R&B artist-- was coming to NC. I've always been into her music, and her new album Reality Show, has been on repeat since I got it. Since I haven't been to an actual concert in ages, this was my perfect excuse for a weekend getaway. Also during my getaway, I had a chance to eat some amazing food from Pisces Sushi Bar & Lounge and Mert's Heart & Soul. And I also hit the streets checking out the local nightlife by going to Club Label. Here's the STYLE STORY of my weekend getaway.

CONCERT CHIC

 Jacket ~ Burlington Coat Factory

Top ~ Lane Bryant

Pants ~ Old Navy

Handbag ~ It's Fashion Metro

Flats ~ Old Navy

LABEL BEAUTY

Top ~ Cato Fashions

Skirt ~ Target

Pumps ~ Cato Fashions

Clutch ~ It's Fashion

GETAWAY DINING

Pisces Sushi Bar & Lounge

Mert's Heart & Soul

Thank you so much for stopping by, I hope you enjoyed my getaway looks. If you would like the details for how I curled and styled these synthetic hair pieces COMMENT BELOW. Please don't forget to JOIN & SHARE!!!!

"Life if your RUNWAY, so make each STYLE STORY count."

Katiyah Jo'Nel

Who Rocked Their Curves the Best

Hey Curvy Cuties,

About  week ago, I had the pleasure of meeting Kenyatta Johnson founder of the organization,  I Rock My Curves the Best "The Movement", at a casting call/ interest meeting she hosted in Raleigh, NC. If your unfamiliar with this curvy movement, let me give you the real. This movement is a membership based curvy sisterhood, that was created to empower, uplift, celebrate, and embrace women with curves. It was such an amazing experience, to have had the chance to sit in during the auditions. There was so many beautiful women that came to audition and also to support IRMC during this time. The one thing that really stuck with me from the auditions, was when each of the women that were auditoning was presented the question, "Why did you choose to want to be apart of IRMC?'  Each women generally stated, that they want to inspire other full figured women to be confident and to see there inward beauty.

Judges

Kenyatta Johnson

Purusha Jones (NC Pageant Director)

Athena Ellis Chamblee

Members of IRMC
Sasha Dior
Montravon Latise


Some of the beautiful ladies that came to audition...
 

         

Supporters of IRMC 
Alexis Samond'e
Myzz Lypz
by KikiSol
Tara 'SistahbigBone' Sharpe
Juju Henry

Mini Interview w/ Kenyatta Johnson

How did your started your movement "I Rock My Curves the Best"?

Kenyatta Johnson: It started itself by plus size and full figured women living their daily lives. This movement gives women in our community a platform to shine and also to encourage others that have yet to see their inner beauty. 

What else are you involved with?

I am also the owner of 'My Sweet Skin' The Skin & Makeup Company, which provides natural skincare products for the face and body. I am also a professional makeup artist and I provide those services as well.

Whats in the future for IRMC?

The future  for IRMC is just to spread the movement worldwide, and to keep encouraging women of all shapes to believe in themselves.

Thank you for stopping by, I hope you enjoyed this blog feature. I also want to thank, Kenyatta Johnson, for allowing to me be apart of her curvy movement journey. Please don't forget to CLICK all the links, to check out what's new with these lovely ladies. Also don't forget to JOIN & SHARE!!! 

"Life is your RUNWAY, so make each STYLE STORY count."

Katiyah Jo'Nel 

Chic in the City

Hey Beauties,
I want to take my blog to the next level and do some physical styling for you. Last week I took a trip to It's Fashion, if your unfamiliar with this franchise it a women's apparel store very similar to Rainbow. While browsing through the racks I came across this printed shift dress. The pattern and vibrant colors caught my eye by first glance and then my heart indulged. I figured this would be a great piece to express my style perspective. Pairing the shift dress with black accessories allowed this dress to truly shine.

Dress: It's Fashion

Purse: ALDO

Pumps: Shoe Show

Necklace: It's Fashion Metro

Thank you for stopping by, I hope you enjoy this look. COMMENT BELOW and tell me what virtual styling looks you want to see next. Please don't forget to JOIN & SHARE!!!!!

"Life is your RUNWAY, so make each STYLE STORY count."

Katiyah Jo'Nel

Virtual Styles Recap 2

Hey Fashionistas,
Here are the Virtual Styles look I created this week. A little something for every type of women.

Untitled #9 by katiyahjonel

Untitled #10 by katiyahjonel

Untitled #11 by katiyahjonel

Untitled #12 by katiyahjonel

Thank you for stopping by, I hope you enjoyed this week's Virtual Style Inspirations. COMMENT BELOW and tell me which look you would love to rock. Please don't forget to JOIN & SHARE!!!

"Life is your RUNWAY, make each STYLE STORY count"

Katiyah Jo'Nel

HAPPY VALENTINE'S DAY!!!!

Hey Beauties,

I created this look in spirit of Valentine's Day, and also because I've been dying to do a glitter makeup look. With this glitter look you can definitely see I have love in my eyes. :)

MAKEUP BREAKDOWN

       
~THE PREP~
Cleanser: Clean & Clear Morning Burst Facial Cleanser
Moisturizer: Equate
Primer: E.L.F Mineral Face Primer/ Milk of Magnesium
Eyeshadow Primer: Urban Decay Primer Potion

   

~FACE~

Eyebrows; Nicka K Auto Eyeliner "Dark Brown"/ E.L.F Cream Liner "Coffee
Foundation: Black Radiance Color Perfect "Brownie"
Set Foundation: Black Radiance Pressed Powder "Rich Mahogany"
Highlight: L.A. Pro Concealer "Toffee"
Set Highlight; Ruby Kisses HD Setting Powder "Rich"
Contour; E.L.F Contouring Blush & Bronzer "Turks and Caicos"
Blush: Black Radiance Baked Bronzer "Blackberry"/ L.A. Colors "Very Berry"
Luminizer: E.L.F Golden Bronzer "Golden"
Setting Spray: E.L.F Makeup Mist & Set

~EYES~
Brow-bone Highlight: E.L.F 24 Pallette "Soft Brown"
Transition: E.L.F 24 Palette "Light Brown"
Crease/Inner/Outer Lid: Revlon Matte Eyeshadow "Plum"
Center Lid; POP Pure Pigment "Metallic Rose"/ Creatology 16 Color Glitter Pack
Liner: E.L.F Liquid Liner "Black"
Eyelashes: E.L.F 4 Pack Lashes

~LIPS~

Nick K Auto Lip Liner "Indigo"

Wet n' Wild "Think Pink"

Rimmel Moisture Renew "Dreamy"

Thank you for stopping by, I hope you enjoyed this Valentine's Day glitter makeup look. COMMENT BELOW and me what makeup look you would like to see next. Please don't forget to JOIN & SHARE.

"Life is your runway, make each STYLE STORY count"

Katiyah Jo'Nel

Virtual Styles Recap 1: Valentine's Day

Hey Sweethearts,

Valentine's Day is right around the corner, here are some flirty sexy outfit ideas. These looks will have you ready for a casual day out, a grown and sexy date night, and even a night out with the girls.

~ Love In The Sun ~

Love In the Sun by katiyahjonel

 ~ Passionate Love ~

Passionate Love by katiyahjonel


~ Crazy In Love ~

Crazy About Love by katiyahjonel


~ Wanna Buy A Heart ~

Wanna Buy A Heart by katiyahjonel 

Thank you for stopping by, I hope you enjoyed these Valentine's Day outfit ideas. COMMENT BELOW and tell which outfit you would like to rock. Please don't forget to JOIN & SHARE.

"Life is your runway, make each STYLE STORY count"

Katiyah Jo'Nel