“It doesn’t matter if you have a 3-person operation of 650 million dollar business we all have a struggle that we have to get over.” Joe Zee at the IFB Conference Blogging has become big business (part or full time). For most of us it starts as a hobby, but once you get really into making your blog stand out visually and textually you envision ways to take your blog to the … [Read more...] about The IFB Conference: What I Learned
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Independent Fashion Blogger’s Conference
I'm attending the Independent Fashion Blogger's Conference today! The conference is great way learn about blogging as a business, connect with other fashion bloggers and brands that work with bloggers. I learned a lot listening to the live stream they had in February and promised myself that I would not miss the next conference. For those who are not able to attend, you may … [Read more...] about Independent Fashion Blogger’s Conference
LargeUp Exclusive with Anya Ayoung-Chee
Anya Ayoung-Chee is the talented Trini designer on Project Runway. The show is in its ninth season and from the beginning Anya has been a favorite not only with the viewers, but her keen eye for fashion was handpicked by show host and super model Heidi Klum. The former beauty pageant queen gave an exclusive interview with LargeUp. In a two part series she talks about her … [Read more...] about LargeUp Exclusive with Anya Ayoung-Chee
Caribbean Blogger Spotlight: Miss Lucy’s Blog
I found Miss Lucy’s Blog through our Caribbean connection on Twitter after I wrote about Macys collaboration with Haitian’s Artisans through Heart of Haiti. Personal blogs are about the connection between the blogger and their readers, and Lucy has a great way of giving us readers a peak into her life, opinions and musings. Lucy’s sense of style is fabulous and her positive … [Read more...] about Caribbean Blogger Spotlight: Miss Lucy’s Blog
New York Carnival Weekend Survival Kit
(Image: From NY Daily News) For New York Carnival weekend being cute is an option, but having fun is mandatory. We Caribbeans love to look and feel our best, but aside nails done, hair done, everything did; you’ll need a few additional essentials to survive the West Indian American Carnival. 1.) Sneakers: No matter how cute you think you are in those heels, ladies please be … [Read more...] about New York Carnival Weekend Survival Kit