Thursday, August 21, 2014

Adding Personality to your Dorm Room pt.1

As many of you know, back to school is in full swing around the U.S. On behalf of our very own LaShan of Edwina LaShan Fashion blog going off to college for her freshmen year. We have dedicated this blog to her and her roommate Jasmine for their amazing creativity they have put fourth into making a room of their very own. Below we will display some pics of the room they decorated and then give some helpful tips on making one yourself for that special love one going off to college.

 
In creating a dorm room there are the five obvious things that must go into it. First, the bedding which includes the comforter, pillows, and etc. Secondly, a theme or a color scale, which the room would follow when buying other items. Third, a comfy chair I am a strong believer, that great work, is done in a comfy secure place. Like me writing this blog this is done in a very comfy chair, I must say. Fourth, organization and planning, this creates a game plan of what to buy and what will fit in the dorm room. You never want a dorm room that's so over crowded with your stuff and there's no room for your room mate. And lastly, personality! The most important part because this is your room and your own personal space, Make it yours and own it. Lets evaluate over these topics more listed below.
 
 
 
 
When creating a dorm room the first step is bedding. With bedding, it easily can become the theme of your room. Its the biggest part people look at and you will look at when entering a room. Everyone wants to know the color of your comforter, the design, and so much more. When choosing a comforter, the question to ask yourself is what do I want my bed to say about me? Do I want it to say, "This is my next chapter" or to say "I am secretly a big kid" and even "Am I fun and sassy!" or "sweet and reserved". How much do you want to show about yourself.
 
 
The more bright colors in a comforter, its displays a very vibrant personality and creative, the less its shows basic and simple. I personally think its best to do a mix of the to. It kind of says, "Yeah! I love having fun but I know what I'm here for!" Then there are prints, where you can refer to our blog posts back in August or September of 2013 titled "What do my print say about me?".
 

 
Perfect places I have seen to find a print that's just for you or that might spark your interest is Target, Walmart, Marshalls, Kohl's, Bed Bath and Beyond, some online searching of specific print would do a lot of help, and K-Mart. 
 
 
 
 
Next important part is, creating a theme or color scheme. In a dorm room, this makes everything connect together. By creating a theme it won't be like nothing goes together making an unbalanced room. When designing my dorm room, I learned the old art of feng shui. Certain colors can not be next to other colors because it will reflect on our mood.  
 
 
 
I am a strong believer that when picking a them or color scheme let your imagination soar. Don't hold back on expressing yourself to create a very unique masterpiece. Besides, this is the room you will be spending most of your time and sleep in. Why sleep in a uncomfortable place?
 
 

"The Thinking Chair"

 
 
 
The third to last part, I will like to discuss is what I like to call "The Thinking Chair". The thinking chair is a place where you can go to in order to get work done and organize your thoughts. Its also referred to by "Blues Clues" when his going under a lot of stress it calms him down. The chair could just be a regular chair but to add more style to the room make it coincide with the theme. Then you just want have just a random chair sitting in the middle of your room.
 
 
The most common "thinking chair" is the dish chair and I absolutely love mine. A great place to buy a chair is Walmart and Target. Target especially because they have a whole isle dedicated to chairs of different styles and sizes.
 
 
 
This concludes part one of two of adding personality to your dorm room. We hope you enjoyed reading and would love for you to tune into part two of the blog. Thank you for all the love and support of Edwina LaShan. Don't forget to follow us @edwinalashan on instagram and twitter plus, like us on facebook.  
 
 
 

Tuesday, July 22, 2014

IMAN: Style Icon, Super Model, Actress, Entrepreneur, Wife, Daughter...



Today on Edwina LaShan Fashion Blog, We pay tribute to Our Style Icon, Fashion Icon, Super Model, Entrepreneur, and Actress Iman! 




First and Foremost... Let's learn a little about Our Icon...

Iman Mohamed Abdulmajid was born July 25, 1955, professionally known as Iman (which means "faith" in Arabic), is a Somali fashion model, actress and entrepreneur. A pioneer in the field of ethnic cosmetics, she is also noted for her charitable work. She is married to David Bowie.


Iman attended High School in Egypt, graduated and went to college. While in College Iman was discovered by American photographer Peter Beard,  and subsequently moved to the United States to begin a modeling career. 



Her first modeling assignment was for Vogue a year later in 1976. She soon landed some of the most prestigious magazine covers, establishing herself as a supermodel. 


With her long neck, tall stature, slender figure, fine features, copper-toned skin, and exotic accent, Iman was an instant success in the fashion world, though she herself insists that her looks are merely or typically Somali.




She became a fashion muse for many prominent designers, including Halston, Gianni Versace, Calvin Klein, Issey Miyake, Donna Karan, and, in particular, Yves Saint-Laurent. 




During her 14 years as a high fashion model, Iman also worked with many notable photographers, including Helmut Newton, Richard Avedon, Irving Penn and Annie Leibovitz.



She is signed to TESS Management in London. Iman credits the nurturing she received from various designers with having given her the confidence to succeed in an era when individuality was valued and model-muses were often an integral part of the creative process.




After almost two decades of modeling, Iman started her own cosmetics firm in 1994, focusing on difficult-to-find shades for ethnic women. Based on her years of experience mixing her own formulations for make-up artists to use on her, she had a personal hand in the final product and also acted as the commercial face of the company.



As of 2010, Iman Cosmetics is a $25-million-a-year business. It is centered on $14.99 foundations in 4 formulations and 14 shades, and is among the top-selling foundation brands on Walgreens' website.




In Spring 2012, Iman signed fellow Somali designers Ayaan and Idyl Mohallim, founders of the Mataano  fashion company, as brand ambassadors for her cosmetics line.


What we love most about Iman's style is her ability to pay homage to her ancestry. She is known to rock beautiful, bold, rich, earthly tones, such as golds, reds, yellows, oranges, browns, and purples. Tones fit for an African Queen! When Iman hits the scene she is sure to turn heads! Her presence alone, demands attention! 



Known for her ability to bring the spirits of African Queens alive! No one could play the role of an African Queen quite as well as Iman! 


Iman brought to life Queen Nefetiti in the World Famous Michael Jackson video "Remember The Times" alongside Eddie Murphy!


Her glow, beauty, strong features, and piercing eyes brought the African Queen back to time! 


Fork Earrings??? Who else could rock such a statement jewelry and make it HOT other than Iman!


Iman alongside The King himself!!! 


Fashion Friends!!! Iman with friends Naomi Campbell, and Grace Jones!


Naomi Campbell and Iman! 


Fashion Model Friends Bethan Hardison, Iman and Naomi Campbell! 

Whether it was modeling or selling interior designs, Iman makes any product  she touches rich! Beautiful in blue!


Introducing Our Style Icon, The Beautiful, The Sophisticated, The Rich and Bold Style Icon,
Fashion Icon, Super Model, Entrepreneur, and Actress Iman! 

Tuesday, June 17, 2014

BEVERLY JOHNSON: Style Icon, Super Model, Mother, Daughter, Fashion Icon, The Actress, The Super Model, Fashion Trendsetter, Fierce, Diva!





Today, on Edwina LaShan Fashion Blog, we pay tribute to Our Style Icon, The Gorgeous, Beverly Johnson! Beverly Johnson is a Style Icon and Fashion Model well respected in the industry! She opened the door for many African American Models of today! 



But before we start the Tribute, let's learn a little about Our Icon... 



Beverly Johnson was born October 13, 1952 Buffalo, New York. She is an American Model, Actress, and Businesswoman. She made history when she rose to fame as the first black model to appear on the cover of American Vogue in August 1974. A year later, she became the first black woman to appear on the cover of the French edition of Elle. She was the star of the reality series Beverly's Full House on the Oprah Winfrey Network which focuses on her attempt to heal the flawed mother/daughter relationship with her daughter, Anansa Sims.


The New York Times named Johnson one of the 20th century's most influential people in fashion. Given the success of her 1990's wig line, she has been a leading influencer in hair care, especially among women of color. Her company now sells luxury hair extensions


Born into a middle-class family in Buffalo, New York, Johnson was a champion swimmer in her youth and aspired to be a lawyer. She was studying political science at Northeastern University when she tried her hand at modeling. 



She quickly landed an assignment with Glamour and began working steadily. Johnson would go on to appear on more than 500 magazine covers, including her groundbreaking Vogue cover in August 1974. Johnson's appearance on the cover changed the beauty ideal in fashion, and by 1975, every major American fashion designer began using African American models.




In addition to modeling, Johnson has also written a book, Beverly Johnson's Guide to a Life of Health and Beauty,[and embarked on an acting career.




The absolutely stunning Beverly Johnson has turned heads for years and years to come! She looks amazing in the photo below, with Big hair and a gold slingy material halter! 



Beverly was absolutely breathtaking as a young teen! She keeps it simple in this look, with a plain white cami. Perfect for a laid back Summer day! 


Pretty in ruffles! Beverly is pictured below wearing an orange ruffle blouse with High 
Waisted Blue Jeans! She finishes the look with a simple emerald stud earring.
 

On the cover of Cosmopolitan, a young Beverly Johnson, in a plunging neckline top. She's wearing her hair in a roller set! Bouncy curls, that end at neck! Absolutely gorgeous!

Beverly Johnson can rock prints for days in this Magazine spread for Glamour Magazine! The young super model looks amazing in a printed two suit! A crop,  neck plunging, halter and wide leg pants! 



Beverly beautiful in a gold and white, sophisticated, sweater, in her more mature years! Loving the vintage gold earrings! And she's wearing a watch! Very sophisticated! 



Beverly Johnson for Bazaar! Wearing a beautiful back dress with a white ruffle sleeve. 



Beverly is wearing a beautiful, pastel,  flowy, sundress in this look below. 


Every now and then you may catch Beverly wearing big and wild hair! 



In this photo below Beverly is wearing a white crochet hat cropped to the side. She's wearing all white long shorts, with a green and white stripe sweater. She accesorizes her look with green gloves, white knee high socks, and green shoes. Comfy and casual! 


In this next look, Beverly poses for a photo shoot, in a tom boy look! A white button down blouse, and black blazer. She makes the look more feminine with a oversized white, long, skirt! Very chic! 



Beverly rocks purple and gold in this look! She reminds us a lot of Claire Huxtable in this casual and classy look! 




Beverly Johnson looks extremely well, bikini ready! Don't you just love it??? Her body is to die for! 


Beverly even looks good with a twig around her! 



Keeping it classy, sophisticated and chic, Beverly looks amazing in this school teacher/librarian inspired business suit! 

WERK!!! Beverly gives us FIERCE in this cute little tweed, business casual, suit dress! Her shades also bring the look together quite well! 


Another slay from Beverly Johnson in this photo! She is wearing a black sweater, a tweed skirt, and a hat!


Beverly Johnson sizzles in this beautiful neck plunging, black, sheer, blouse with bell bottom sleeves! Her gorgeous purple color scheme makeup and gorgeous jewelry brings the look together wonderfully! 



Fiery in Red! Beverly Johnson still looks amazing! 

Here's another beautiful photo of Beverly Johnson wearing all black and a statement zebra trench coat! She finishes the look with gorgeous statement necklaces! 


Introducing Our Style Icon...
The Gorgeous, The Classic, The Beautiful, The Model, The Actress, The Iconic, Beverly Johnson...


Well... This concludes, Our Style Icon Tribute, Thanks for reading as always!!!