On Sunday afternoon, I spent an amazing time with one of my favorite beauty & fashion idols! It was Editor-At-Large Mikki Taylor! I first met Mrs.Taylor last year in Orlando, Florida at the Steve Harvey’s Dreamers Academy. I was a bit shy to stop and chat with her.I was thinking the whole time, wow, why didn’t I say anything to her. She really inspires me and I love what Essence magazine represents!
Well this past weekend, I saw her again in Atlanta and I was not going to let her get away! I had the opportunity to interview her about her latest book plus discuss some things she likes to take with her when she travels. I was looking a hot mess that day but the pr person that invited me, informed media to dress down because it was a very casual affair. I still felt uneasy because some people do judge you on your appearance and Mrs.Taylor is a beauty and fashion expert, geesh!
She was such a delight to talk to and gave a very empowering speech to the young girls from the mentoring workshop. When it was my turn to interview her, I told Mrs.Taylor my dream has always been to be a contributing editor with Essence. We talked about her new book and why she wrote it. She said to me that she wanted to bring a style diary to women everywhere, from an inner and outer prospective. Mrs.Taylor went on to say she wanted all women to be “commander in chief” in their lives. She stated that she used Mrs.Obama as a muse because she had noticed a style philosophy in how she carried herself, her conduct,frame of mind plus she is very comfortable in her skin.Michelle Obama’s wardrobe is dictated by her, not the trends.
As far as traveling is concerned, the fashionista loves to check out the climate she is going to, then packs accordingly. She likes to take the “word” with her, music and great skin care products. She loves to be comfortable. Her new book, Commander In Chic: Every Woman’s Guide To Managing Her Style Like A First Lady hits news stands November 29th and I have a copy on the way! I can’t wait to read it! xoxo





























