Author: Jamila Kyari

Let’s chat about mirrors—not the rushed morning look before sprinting out the door or that famous, check-your-teeth situation at a public restroom—I’m talking about fancy mirrors. The kind that feels like an exhale the moment you walk into a room. The kind that reflects more than you—they reflect your taste, your personality, and your intent. Because here’s the thing: fancy mirrors serve far greater purpose than just functional- they’re transformative. They are practically magical. They don’t just hang there to show you your face—they shape the mood of a room, its light, and even its proportions. One well-positioned mirror has…

Truth be told. You can enjoy a vibrant social life even if you don’t have a big circle of friends and this is real for many, including myself. Dating as far back as I can remember and before social media came along, I have never been the kind of person to keep a huge number friends, let alone join a clique. My inner circle is very small. I thrive in one-on-one relationships and I don’t mind the occasional group setting but I’m an introvert. When I find myself in a group, I make the most of the situation and become…

PR is public relations and it can help you get featured in print, radio and broadcast media. It is a great way to build awareness and recognition for your brand or business. If you are seeking ways to amplify your unique message but don’t know how to, this article has some essential tips to help you unlock the power of media. Image source: Unsplash.com Ask yourself if your business is ready for media attention.  First things first. Make sure you have something valuable to offer. Build a solid foundation for your business and online presence before you pull the trigger.…

And just like that, February 2025 is almost over! Honestly, where did all the days go? Anyway, it’s probably time to do a bit of a temperature check on your goals and motivation for the year to figure out how the “new year, new you” is holding up. Even if you don’t buy into those cringe clichés, it’s still good to assess if you’re on track or off, towards achieving important strides in your career, business, family, relationship, and more. It’s time to be fully transparent and honest with yourself. What have you accomplished in the past two months (or…

We’re halfway through a decade and the world keeps serving us surprises. So, I understand. New Year resolutions don’t always work. You set goals and then forget or get uninspired and give up half-way. Setting lofty and unrealistic resolutions that are most likely very difficult to attain can be a set-up for failure. And yet, the habit of starting the year with a focus in mind can help you experience greater clarity, deep purpose and personal fulfillment as you journey through 2025. Last year, I created a multi-year vision board and although everything on it didn’t happen, I am still…

Established in 1846, Vlisco is a fabric manufacturing giant that became synonymous with the rise of African wax prints, including their growing popularity worldwide. Their fabrics blend African originality with Dutch design to transcend cultures and are made with treasured methods and techniques rooted in Indonesian batik. Vlisco’s history is well documented on their website and I recently went there researching to discover more about Vlisco’s origin and history, during which I found some content by Maarten Van Riel, MA that details important moments in the company’s history. Questions I was seeking to answer included, “Where did the term ‘African…

Let’s discover what journaling really is and how to reap its maximum benefits. You may not have an innate writing streak but might be curious about reaping the benefits of writing in a journal regularly. To be precise, journaling is the act of writing one’s thoughts, feelings and experiences, or ideas in a book or a personal diary. It can be done in a structured or free manner to help you in discovering the depth of your emotions, exploring your own mind, or doing an inward reflection of your own thoughts. It has numerous advantages and I’ve been able to…

Are you the one who always loves sprinting into action and is never still? I was once like that a few years ago too! Consider that life is a marathon, which can be run in a slow and steady pace in order not to crash and burn from too much momentum. On this blog, I talk about living vibrantly through fashion, beauty and lifestyle but it is also best achieved by slowing down in life to enjoy your existence, relishing the moments that take your breath away and completely basking in the overall awesomeness. This type of inner work is…

On February 27, 2022 I had the opportunity of leading a workshop on “The Art of African Fashion and Style” in collaboration with Neilson Park Creative Centre. This interactive presentation touched upon a wide array of topics including; an overview of African textiles and fabrics, brief history of African prints in fashion, modern day African cultural influences, prints and patterns, African fashion brands in Canada, and lastly a creative styling project followed by engaging discussion. In summary, during the African fashion workshop, we took a good look at various African textiles and fabrics. Now, there are many of them so…

A new sheet mask has hit the market called the Osun Gold Honeycomb Face Mask and it is a toner, essence and serum all in one. This mask not only offers ultra hydration but it also soothes, prevents blemishes, clears acne scars, rejuvenates the skin, provides anti-aging benefits all while giving you a luminous glow. But the skincare benefits aren’t the only thing that the sheet masks are know for. Made by Ithiopia Luxury – an American, Black owned lifestyle company that is on a mission to help women develop an intentional beauty and self-care routine, these sheet masks aim…