Even though I’ve found myself outside a lot less throughout the pandemic, expressing myself through fashion still puts a smile on my face. And as a sustainable fashion enthusiast and activist, I’m all too aware that while many of us consumers have millions of outfit options available at the swipe of a card or the… Continue reading A note to fast fashion: Donating garment workers’ wages doesn’t make you charitable
Author: Nia Shalise
My First Miami Fashion Week Experience
Hey guys! I’ve been gone for a while but I’m so glad to be back and share what I’m up to. I was recently fortunate enough to tag along with a journalist friend to one day of Miami Fashion Week. Given that I was going to a fashion show, I definitely had to step my… Continue reading My First Miami Fashion Week Experience
Farmer’s Market In Floral
What’s Next and the City
I wrote the following post about three months ago and finally decided to share it. Many of you may have seen my overjoyed tweet in December about my acceptance to NYU. I was excited to say the least. All of my hard work had culminated into a dream come true, and I was going… Continue reading What’s Next and the City
My Favorite Black Female-Lead Movies and TV Shows
I originally meant to post this for Black History Month (which clearly has come and gone without any posts from me), but here it is for Women’s History Month instead. As streaming services have become more popular, I’ve seen so much more representation for black creators and actors, especially for black women in movies and… Continue reading My Favorite Black Female-Lead Movies and TV Shows
Getting Through Waiting for College Decisions
Your information is all filled in and your essays have been written to perfection. You click submit and finally, you wait. And wait. And wait… After you submit your college applications, there’s a ton of waiting involved actually. You thought finishing them was the hard part, but now you’re anxious. Here’s how to get through… Continue reading Getting Through Waiting for College Decisions
Upcoming Media I Can’t Wait For
With the new year comes new fun, new memories, and new media! Which is good, because I’m getting a little bored scrolling through the same Netflix and Hulu selection 24/7. Here are a couple of the shows, movies, and books I can’t wait to check out this year: When Life Gives You Lululemons by Lauren Weisberger… Continue reading Upcoming Media I Can’t Wait For
Monday at Sarava’s: Outfit Post
Hey loves! I’m trying something kinda different with an OOTD/ a little about my day. Hope you enjoy! Today, my friend and I decided to check out this acai place called Sarava Acai Cafe in Wilton Manors after school. The cafe was so vibrant and gorgeous. The bowls were amazing! Mine was topped with banana… Continue reading Monday at Sarava’s: Outfit Post
Fall Favorites
Happy Wednesday guys! Fall is practically over and I’ve barely posted (thanks college apps!). I hope you all have enjoyed this season. I have, of course, enjoyed the same 80 degree weather Florida always sends my way while pretending the leaves outside are changing colors. Without further ado, here are my favorites from the fall… Continue reading Fall Favorites
Nia’s First Short Stories
Recently, I was led back to humble writing beginnings: my first short stories that I created and had my aunt type for me when I was four. These have been requested before and I’m finally getting around to it. I honestly hope you guys enjoy these as much as I did. The Witch And… Continue reading Nia’s First Short Stories