xoGift Guide 2019: Gifts For The Fashion Fiend
As a self-diagnosed fashion fiend, I must say that I have an obsession with crafting a perfect ensemble. It brings me joy to put a look together that shows my creativity and personality. The quintessential value remains in versatile pieces. Fear not, the holiday season presents an opportunity to help out your resident style boss by throwing some items in your cart as a way to show your appreciation.
Wondering what to get your fashion fiend? Read on for a list of fashion staples we are sure they will gush over. You can't go wrong with any of them.
Shop Caribbean Girl Cowgirl Plaid Harem Hants
Get into these high waist oversized pleated pants because they are life-changing. You can pair these with a dramatic blouse like Lanatria or you can rock a graphic tee with some bold accessories. Whether it's work or play, this fashion staple will make the wearer a street style hero.
Oyemwen Custom-Made Camouflage Print Orchid Skirt
'Tis the season to be extra, and this is how you do it! Pair it with a turtleneck and over-the-knee boots and you've got yourself a jaw-dropping getup. Oyemwen's custom-made camouflage print orchid skirt is a fashion dream.
And I Get Dressed "Got Dressed" Crew
Sweatshirts can be styled up or down for your pleasure. This special piece of merch from one of our favorite fashion killas, Kellie B, will be clutch for running errands in style or casual Fridays. It's warm and cozy, so you'll be snuggly for the next few months.
OlaYemii Signature "Show-Stopper" Bag
Go for the tribal bag when contemplating what to get the fashion fiend in your life. It's a bold and chic way to do it for the culture. Olayemii, meaning "I am worthy of wealth", is an authentic Nigerian shop comprised of custom made Ankara print handbags and apparel.
AVNU GUPF Boyfriend Crop
We all know that black girls are the original trendsetters. It's impossible not to love this top because it states straight facts, "Ghetto Until Proven Fashionable". Ya'll know that the world doesn't deem anything fashionable until the Kardashians rock it. The best part about ShopAVNU's top is that you can make a statement while serving it up for the people.
Hanifa Reese Pull Over Crop Gold
Hanifa is one of the hottest designers in the world. Copping some items from them is a must. Not only because the self-taught designer Anifa Mvuemba is popping, but because the clothes are simply amazing. During an exclusive interview with xoNecole, Anifa said, "I always started with a woman's body. I admire curves. That's even more of a reason for me to push that for this space; for women who feel unheard."
PS - To make the outfit complete, you can cop the matching Rylee Flared Knit Pants here.
Shop Jolie Nia Front Neon Pink Fringe Jeans
This is for the girl who loves denim. With a skinny leg fit and high waist, this pair of jeans will look flattering on all body types. Keep it simple by coupling the fringed out bottoms with a tee and pumps.
FE NOELChosen Lucid Jersey
If one thing is for certain, this is the 2020 jersey you need in your life. It's elevated sporty, chic attire and we all need a dose of it. Supporting Fe Noel means you're supporting a womenswear brand that encourages women to live their lives in style.
Rent the Runway Gift Card
Rent the Runway is the key to winning over a fashion aficionado. RTR is an online service that provides designer dress and accessory rentals to take the stress out of getting dressed. The subscription service has plans starting at $69.
UO Flat Brim Felt Fedora Hat
Allow me to introduce you to the fedora hat that will boost your accessory game. You can get shady with this beautiful hat made perfect with an elongated brim and dimpled crown in soft felt. No matter the occasion, donning a hat is an ultra-stylish way to make bad hair days not so bad.
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Joce Blake is a womanist who loves fashion, Beyonce and Hot Cheetos. The sophistiratchet enthusiast is based in Brooklyn, NY but has southern belle roots as she was born and raised in Memphis, TN. Keep up with her on Instagram @joce_blake and on Twitter @SaraJessicaBee.
ItGirl 100 Honors Black Women Who Create Culture & Put On For Their Cities
As they say, create the change you want to see in this world, besties. That’s why xoNecole linked up with Hyundai for the inaugural ItGirl 100 List, a celebration of 100 Genzennial women who aren’t afraid to pull up their own seats to the table. Across regions and industries, these women embody the essence of discovering self-value through purpose, honey! They're fierce, they’re ultra-creative, and we know they make their cities proud.
VIEW THE FULL ITGIRL 100 LIST HERE.
Don’t forget to also check out the ItGirl Directory, featuring 50 Black-woman-owned marketing and branding agencies, photographers and videographers, publicists, and more.
THE ITGIRL MEMO
I. An ItGirl puts on for her city and masters her self-worth through purpose.
II. An ItGirl celebrates all the things that make her unique.
III. An ItGirl empowers others to become the best versions of themselves.
IV. An ItGirl leads by example, inspiring others through her actions and integrity.
V. An ItGirl paves the way for authenticity and diversity in all aspects of life.
VI. An ItGirl uses the power of her voice to advocate for positive change in the world.
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ItGirl In Motion: Paige Shari Addison Shows Us Why She's The Hostess With The Mostess
Paige Shari Addison is the epitome of an ItGirl, which is why she is one of 100 ladies on xoNecole's inaugural ItGirl 100 list in partnership with Hyundai. Hailing from Atlanta, Georgia, Paige started her journey as a host in high school by hosting parties. Since then, she has made a career in hosting, from parties to big-name events, and she launched Strictly RNB, a platform for new artists and R&B lovers. Paige reflects on her creative path in the limited video series "ItGirl in Motion."
“My first curated event at Criminal Records was incredible. It was all for up-and-coming artists,” she says. “I needed a platform for us as a collective to be able to give ourselves the platform instead of asking for it, instead of looking for it. I was like, I want to make sure I let people get this experience that I would give as a performer but enjoy the experience with them. It was a dream come true.”
The Atlanta native also has her own line of acai bowls called Soulfull Bowls. She started it during the pandemic after events and parties shut down. But it was her love for eating acai bowls and the reactions others had to them that made her want to make it her next business move. Being open to creating new ventures in the midst of uncertainty is a bold move and one of the reasons why Paige has the “it” factor.
“Being an ItGirl means you’re just authentic. There’s an air to us. We have confidence that exudes from the way we speak, the way we put our lip gloss on, the way we walk, the way we talk. I show up as myself everytime I walk into a room. I’m hospitable, I make sure everybody’s good,” she says.
Get to know more about the hostess with the mostess in the video above.
See our ItGirl 100 list in full here. Click through the gallery below for some BTS moments of Paige and our partnership with Hyundai.
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2nd Cam: Paul Nguyen
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Audio Mixer: Victor Chavez @vic_the__
PA: Rick Carreno @ispeakrick
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