follicles and fashion: Joan Smalls

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Our Story

Follicles and Fashion was created as an outlet to share all the random things that "iLuv" and while I am a hairstylist utterly obsessed with all things Follicles and Fashion... I realized that it was time to grow... and so just like fashion "I am evolving" to include a very deliberate "Talent" spotlight, where I will highlight the Glam artist behind the follicles and fashions iLuv, with Q &A's, video interviews, and behind the scenes tricks and hair care tips.

I encourage you to join Follicles and Fashion, as I shine the spotlight on so many talented hair and wardrobe stylists, lets connect, lets have conversation, send me your questions to Folliclesandfashion@gmail.com

or leave a comment below any post and lets chat!

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A little bit of Shelli

iLuv a juicy lipgloss * a cold glass of champagne with a strawberry * a good book * a sappy movie * good music with throbbing bass * riding a bike on the beach * a walk in the park in the fall * Crunchy crust cheesy pizza * a good shoe and a nice fitted leather jacket * jeans that fit like a glove yet allow me to breathe, or hung just low enough not to show my crack * the perfect shade of blonde makes me happy, and the choppiness of a good cut gives me chills * I am a lover of beauty, beautiful people, beautiful places and beautiful things* I LOVE GOD and I pray and meditate, my heart and soul belongs to Jesus * I am Harlem born but all of New York City raised me, currently a Cali girl loving the sunshine on my face and tremors on the ground * I live life… I love life… Blessed and grateful that I have the choice to do all the things that I dream * Blessed and grateful to have family, friends, and a home, food when I'm hungry and hot water when I shower, My family is my structure, that includes all who I love, and who loves me back, this is only a slice of me…..

The Spotlight

What is the Follicles and Fashion Spotlight? A Series of blog posts highlighting Glam artist in the hair and fashion industry.

What is the purpose of the Spotlight? Im a hairstylist and all around creative soul and when I meet others like me I'm always interested in their story, their journey, what inspires them and how they see themselves in this creative world. I want to shine the spotlight on the Glam artists who work so hard behind the scenes to bring a vision to life for those on the front line.

How often will Follicles and Fashion have a Spotlight? We are scheduled for once a week, Monday or Wednesday the perfect way to start the week or get through the rest of it, with inspiration and motivation.

How are the artist chosen for the Spotlight? I see your work and iLuv it, simple… or recommendations if you know an artist and would like us to spotlight them @ us on Instagram or tweet us @folliclesandfashion or send us an email. If you are an artist that would like to be in the Spotlight send an email to folliclesandfashion@gmail.com and put Spotlight in the subject line, along with a link to your work.

"Things" iLUV.....

iLuv... Kanye, yeah I do #nojudgement
iLuv..Tom Ford
iLuv..To step outside of the box.
iLuv..Adding edge to evening wear.
iLuv...Wannahavacookie.com
iLuv...Springs obsession with ethnic prints
iLuv...Socks with sandles and skirts
iLuv...SK doughnuts #nojudgement
iLuv...Mismatch Prints
iLuv...Leggings...I Know, so dated
iLuv...Denim on Denim.
iLuv...Bed Head
iLuv....All the vibrant colors on the runway spring 2011
iLuv... Leopard anything, just as staple as BLACK
iLuv... Beachwaves, even if Im not on the beach
iLuv Fringe... Thatisall
iLuv Camo... yeah I know so Militant but can be oh so CHIC!
iLUV...Sweet potato fries
iLUV...Spagos
iLUV...My son
iLUV...Betsey Johnson, so much positive energy
iLUV....my high heels, so feminine
iLUV....mixing Gold and Silver
iLUV....Stella McCartney, green and fashionable
iLUV....Rodarte for the up to the thigh Leather Boots
iLUV....Really Chunky Jewelry
iLUV....Pierre Hardy Shoes "WOW"
iLUV....Navy Blue, Vibrant but deep purple and anything Pink
iLUV....Lanvin, 'WOW'
iLUV....Elegant Details, like little pearl buttons and simple darts that cinch the waist, you get the picture.
iLUV....Crisette Michele (new album) and old for that matter
iLUV....Blocks of Rich Colors.
iLUV....Balmain Jackets
iLUV....Architectural Tailoring, especially in outerwear.
iLUV.....Tom Ford at Gucci (need I say more).
iLUV.....Show Stopping Embellishments.
iLUV.....Old Hollywood inspired dresses.
iLUV.....Marc Jacobs
iLUV.....ME...
iLUV.....Luscious Metallics, (super cute in leather).
iLUV.....Glamorous Elements (especially on Urban Silhouettes).
iLUV.....Classic Couture, CoCo Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld...my favs.
iLUV... SoBe
I am so inLUV with...Python Print or any animal print for that matter(in moderation) except cow :-(

Inspiration

People
Oprah - She just launched her OWN network, if that isn't inspiration I don't know what is.
Tyler Perry - I love him, his story and his passion.
Maya Angelou - Watched Maya Angelou Master class o OWN, such an inspiration.
Terry McMillian - I have been a fan of her books forever but I follow Terry on twitter and can I say she is amazing, her insight and take on things, are thought provoking and witty.
Kate Moss - My Fashion Muse

Misty Copeland - First black principal dancer for the ABA her story is beyond inspiring.

Fashion :

Balmain Jackets

Black studds on anything..

A good worn in pair of jeans with holes and bleach spots

A comfy tee,

Nike trainers

The comeback of LA gears, Braids, and Normal hair colors

Denim on Denim

Hi-Top Converse sneakers

Hair accessories which will be on ShelliMosley.com :-) soon

Leather Jackets, like Im obsessed

ok, that it for now lol

Life : Being in the presence of Good energy is everything to me!

A venti Iced green tea lemonade (with extra ice) from Starbucks....so refreshing

Meditation in the morning is good for the soul and focus, great way to start the day

A good run helps clear the mind while maintaining a healthy heart and body

A blank canvas to create ART...

Healthy, happy family and friends

A view to get lost in, be it trees, water, skyscrapers, a great painting or a white wall where you can visualize.

BALANCE

April 10, 2012

Joan Smalls