Current 2014

So, as some of you know I attended Raw:natural born artist / Current 2014 showcase last Thursday at The Hippodrome right here in RVA. It was a great event, I got a chance to meet some super dope artist, listened to some live entertainment (which was very eccentric to say the least), enjoyed a few cocktails and got a chance to catch up with a good friend of mine who was also in attendance! I know you all get sick of me saying this but I cant stress enough how important it is to support local events like this, by attending you not only support the artist but the venue as well, which we definitely need to see more of in Richmond! I truly was blown away by some of the pieces that were showcased during Current 2014, most of the artist were from RVA, they were young and full of creativity which was easily displayed through their pieces. I talked to several artist who blew me away when they informed me that they had only been painting for a few years! One of my favorite artist of the evening was Addie Rawr of Art and Ambition, her pieces caught my eye the second I walked into the venue! Her paintings were so colorful, bright, and full of life as you can see from the pics I captured below which truly do her pieces no justice! Hoping they bring Current back to Richmond next year and the event continues to grow!

Paintings by: Addie Rawr of Art and Ambition

Dopeness!

Instagram: @AddieRawrrr

Instagram: @blockzart

Paintings by: Brandon Mabry of BlockzsArt

An artist named Yemi did this piece she's orginally from Chicago, her paintings were amazing and she was super sweet! 

Painting by: Yemi 

Instagram:@tequil3sunrise

RAW:natural born artist

Warby Parker: Beacon Collection

I'm super excited that Warby Parker choose BarclayINC as one of the blogs to help assist in spreading the word about the launch of their new collection of glasses and sunglasses, the Beacon Collection. If you've been living under a rock for the past few years and have no idea about the Warby Parker brand, I'll just say they're one of the dopest eye wear companies out there! I remember some time ago going to a launch Warby Parker had at Need Supply Co. right here in RVA, I completely fell in love with the brand at that time, so its crazy now that I'm helping to announce the launch of the Beacon Collection. The glasses and sunglasses from this collection are unique and original with a bit of a vintage feel! Warby Parker makes sure they have something for everyone, they offer tons of different styles and frames to choose from, which can be purchased with or without a prescription! If you're in the market for some new specs, or just need another pair of sunnies to add to your Summer collection make sure to check out the Beacon Collection from Warby Parker! Here a few of my fav looks from the newly launched Beacon Collection, which ones are your favs?!

Models wearing: Nancy in Lemon and Ingram in Revolver Black 

Models wearing: McKee in Moonstone and Garrett in Oak Barrel

Shop these looks at:

www.warbyparker.com/sunglasses

www.warbyparker.com/eyeglasses

The Warby Parker Beacon Collection Launches today July 24th!!

P.S When you purchase a pair or Warby Parker glasses,

 a pair is also donated to a person in need!

Its all about the Sweatshirt!

Ok, so recently I've been obsessing over sweatshirts, I'm really loving this trend. It's one of those pieces that you can pair with just about anything. I've seen sweatshirts being worn this season with everything from midi skirts and heels, to leather pants and sneakers! I mean who doesnt love a good sweatshirt! Here are a few that I've been eyeing, all under $100, I'm sure some will be making there way to my closet very soon!

Top (from Left to Right) ShopJeen.com $75.00, Shopthetrendboutique.com $69.00, Sincerelyjules.bigcartel.com $60.00, Nordstrom.com $64.00, Katemoross.com