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A string of pearls has always been considered a styling classic so much so that many of even today’s it-girl fashion aesthetics are complemented with their addition. Now, the classic is getting a reinvention focus with the burgeoning Pearlcore, which at all points is luxe, campy, classic, and modern.

One of my recent favorite qualities about pearl jewelry is the fact that because they are naturally made, they are eco-friendly. There is plenty of discourse on if pearls qualify as sustainable jewelry but the truth of the matter is as a shopper, you have to question your retailer. Below are some recent pearl purchases I got from small businesses whose owners are so kind and passionate about their productions. Peep and purchase to add a renewed classic touch to any outfit.

Fashion, styleKindra Mone'June 7, 2022jewelry, pearls, pearl earings, bracelets Comment

Travel Diary: Everything I Wore to My Aruban Honeymoon

For my honeymoon in Aruba, I knew that I wanted to feel bright and feminine, but most importantly, comfortable. After a 10-month sprint of wedding planning, the vacay was much needed. And while vacation Kindra has bands on bands to invest in this dream wardrobe of mine *insert money emoji*, real-life Kindra has bills. So I pulled some pieces out of my archive, bought a few new resort looks, and let Rent the Runway fill in the gaps.

From cliff diving and ATVing to candlelit beach dinners, keep reading for my Aruba honeymoon travel diary—including every look I wore along the way.

The Year of The Handbag

Once upon a time, your shoes were a symbol of being dressed or not. “Heels or sneakers?” determined the vibe of the occasion, but with streetwear switching up the status quo and WFH changing the way that we dress for ever (or at least for now), there’s a new IT accessory looking to make a statement: The Handbag.

The Best Swimwear Brands to Shop This Summer

Whether you like suits that are understated, yet sexy or ornate and eye-catching, keep reading to discover some of the best swimwear brands to shop for all of your summer activity needs. (Including some of our black-owned swimwear faves!)

FashionKindra Mone'July 19, 2021swimwear, swimsuits, swim, black owned, independent brands, fashion, style, summerComment

A Case For the Cozy Sweater

Women are gravitating more towards comfortable, cozy yet stylish pieces for those quick commutes to and from home (or from the bedroom to the living room). Sweaters are always my favorite go-to during the colder seasons when I want to be warm but stylish. Cozy sweaters are such a staple wardrobe item—they’re great for dressing up or down!

I was inspired by Altuzzara’s cardigan look and decided to go for a preppy-meets-minimalist inspired look with this fuzzy cropped cardigan. Simple but cute—just like me!

Below are ten sweaters that should inspire you to incorporate this ever-popular piece in your wardrobe just in time for winter.

Cow Print is a Thing: Here Are 6 Ways to Shop It

I’d like to make a case for cow print as a new neutral. Now hear me out. Snake print did it, leopard and cheetah have both become casual staples, so now I’m making room in my closet for cow print as well. It’s bold, yes, but it catwalks on the lines of eclectic, bohemian, western — you name it. There’s a cow print piece for everyone out there.

Features, style, FashionKindra Mone'September 29, 2020cow print, fall fashion, where to buy cow pring, fall trends, 2020 fashion, fall 2020 fashionComment

A Case for Slow Fashion: Building Your Wardrobe for the Long Haul

Rather than buying clothing cheap and often, with a new outfit every weekend that won’t last passed the current season, I’m on a mission to invest in building a wardrobe that will last. I’m on a hunt for storytelling pieces that come from makers who care. Some of these pieces will last a lifetime, and in the long run, the quality, ethos, and aesthetic are well worth it.

If you’re ready to begin (or continue) investing in pieces that will last long enough for your daughter to call it vintage, take a look at these other brands that are doing it and doing it well.

A Case For Loungerie: Cozy Intimates Worth Sharing

Long before a nationwide quarantine caused us to prioritize comfort above all, I began to notice a generation of women that no longer cared to be one monolithic version of a bombshell. Brands began to cater to a woman that embraced her body beyond super model standards, and a new category has arrived. Somewhere between lingerie and loungewear, we’re seeing comfortable intimates designed to be both flaunted and cozy. Let’s call it “loungerie”.

Comme des Garçons: Appreciation or Appropriation?

Rei Kawakubo, creative director of the Tokyo/Paris-based luxury brand, Comme Des Garçons, is known for pushing the boundaries of creativity — but is her depiction of corn rows on the runway of her Paris FW 2020 show an ode to black culture or a mockery?

FashionKindra Mone'January 20, 2020comme de garcons, cultural appropriation, paris fashion week, mens fashionComment

Beyoncé's Global Citizen Festival Looks Are More Than Just A Fashion Statement

If you’re familiar with the way that Beyoncé tours, you know that there is nothing mundane or ordinary about her show looks. Since the days of Destiny’s Child when Mama Tina Knowles’ eclectic designs first made us celebrate being Bootylicous, Beyoncé’s performance outfits have always been proud, on-theme, and unmistakably custom. Bey Hive or not, these looks can unanimously draw appreciation from anyone’s eye, and with a closer look, the detail and intention behind the ensembles aren’t just interesting, but powerful.

End of Summer Sales You Need to Know About

Summer is way too short, especially in places like NYC, and even though the seasons have been changing recently (longer winters, non-existent springs) the fashion calendar has remained the same. That means that your favorite fashion brands are already starting to ship their Fall/Winter clothes and they need to make room on the shelves by moving their Spring/Summer inventory. Lucky for us, we can look forward to some treasured end of summer sales! This is the perfect time to snag those shoes you've been eyeing all summer, or that perfect timeless dress you can cop and save for next year or a tropical vacay. Check out the best online end of summer sales below.

Fashion, shoppingKindra Mone'July 26, 2018Comment

StylingSOUL Begins

Welcome to StylingSoul, an inspirational home for intentional women with a shared passion for fashion, health, beauty, wellness and decor.

Fashion, shoppingKindra Mone'July 23, 2018fashion, style, shop