STYLE: MARY TYLER MOORE

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ALL THESE LOOKS ARE FROM SALLY'S

One of my favorite things to do is go vintage shopping at my local Salvation Army which I affectionately call “Sally’s”. There are so many trendy fashionable looks out that right now that I feel that if you can always find something that is stylish and wonderful you just have to know how to look so I want to share some tips to finding your next great find at Sally’s!

Stay away from t-shirts, tank tops, and sweats. While you should have these items in your wardrobe you don’t need to purchase them second hand and usually these items are really worn out.

Do your research. Look up some of the hot trends right now before you visit Sally’s because chances are you can find something that you might want to try out and a cheap find at Sally’s is the perfect place to do it at. One of my favorite sites for style inspiration is www.lookbook.nu

Fur and wool are timeless. These are go to items in Sally’s. they are always in style and if you can find some good items they don’t look too worn they are perfect.

Please try the clothes on! This is more like a warning. I have purchased some things at Sally’s that didn’t’ quite look the same when I brought them home. I always tell my friends try all things on! It is so crucial.

Stay away from items that “Date” the clothes. Such as sparkles, lace, beads, tassels, fishnet, studs and rhinestones usually put a timestamp on the item you are buying you may want to stay away from things like this.

ROX(I): KHALEEQA ROUSE

Founder of Paparoxi.com,  International speaker, non profit consultant, triathlete, chef, interior designer, domestic diva, daughter, sister, and best friend

Why are you a Roxi?

I think I am a Roxi because if you were to meet me you would have no clue that my life is made up of so many different componet s. On any given day I am running my business, training for my next race, and whipping up delicious recipes. That really is the definition of a Roxi.

What is your favorite food?

Calamari and pasta is so delicious. I only allow myself to eat like that once in a blue moon.

When did you realize your purpose in life?

Yesterday lol. Really it took me a while. I believe that if you look at your life and the work you have done and activities you have been involved in chances are you have been preparing for your purpose all along. Through prayer and seeking God first, I was able to get that revelation at the right time.

What is your favorite song?

UGK “International Players Anthem” The song embodies soul and hip hop mixed in one. Soul music is my heart from there I listen to anything from Daft Punk to Earth Wind and Fire to Kanye Wes.

What was the hardest thing you have ever had to do?

My great grandmother who had lived with us since I was a child was sick and dying in 2009 and I took care of her for her last two weeks of life up until her last breath. Experiencing death first hand was hard but it made me not so afraid. I was forever changed after that, for the better.

What is your favorite thing to wear?

Gray suede platform pumps they are super sexy and chic

Where do you get your inspiration from?

My biggest inspiration comes from music. When I listen to music alone in my workspace I get so many ideas it is my muse and motivation.

What Legacy do you want to leave?

I want people to know that they can have amazing, loving and fufilling lives and do the things that they have always dreamed of if they just take a risk believe in God and step out on faith. I feel a lot of times people get bogged down in the details of life and forget about their dreams, but it takes small changes every day to change you life. I want my life to be an example of this.

SPIRIT: LEAD THE PEOPLE

 

You can't lead the people if you don't love the people. You can't save the people if you don't serve the people."

— Cornel West