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Interview with Designer of Pammy Cakes Boutique (New York Comic Con)

Hello Nubians, While I attended New York Comic Con 2013, I hung out a lot at the Pammy Cakes Boutique booth. It was an explosion of cuteness, interesting clothing, accessories and I could almost bet it was absolutely the booth with the best rug in the convention ha ha (white faux fur). I forgot to mention the cool people, sweetness and positive vibes all over. I get so excited when I see new items over at Pammy Cakes Boutique because much like the designer, I'm a big fan of Japanese fashion & trends (I'm a big fan of Harajuku and Lolita style). From the adorable characters with big watery eyes, to awesome kitten ears, earrings that look so real you want to eat them (pastries), skirts that are full and ruffled with adorable prints on them, Did I mention lots of lace?! #swoon. If you like to have a fun and colorful sense of style I recommend you head over to <a href="http://www.pammycakesboutique.com/">Pammy Cakes Boutique</a> and take a peek now. This is the type of clothing that can brighten up your day and make you realize you are NEVER too old to incorporate a youthful style to your wardrobe. One of the things I like most about New York Comic Con is discovering new brands, artist and writers. I happen to be friends with Pamela Jackson, designer of Pammy Cakes Boutique and I asked her if she could take a moment and answer a few questions I had. I must say, I feel like I got to know her way better after reading this myself. Learn about her interesting journey from being born into a military family to living in Japan. See what inspired this talented beauty to chase after her vision and dreams. <div class="p1"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh9kKTyJ0PzbqwpczVuKKduQWyIGqWjznQPm766s5gDsA1nRREzoNoqqh5pDAC9RAze_H8StDaYr2sOZdvmWX1tNXyBE05VinEwTEtaUr-MTw4kxvecNCw_aSpqW8dueGQDt9ZN_yOZlPI/s1600/p5.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh9kKTyJ0PzbqwpczVuKKduQWyIGqWjznQPm766s5gDsA1nRREzoNoqqh5pDAC9RAze_H8StDaYr2sOZdvmWX1tNXyBE05VinEwTEtaUr-MTw4kxvecNCw_aSpqW8dueGQDt9ZN_yOZlPI/s640/p5.jpg" width="640" /></a></div></div><div class="p1"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div style="text-align: center;">(The designer of Pammy Cakes, Pamela Jackson at her booth)</div><div style="text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiv15-2giyyvuDcZedIBHWPKrxCx-ntQ-Nil4LJSRqXv9U8aW1hzaCgU0lrH-ldBWyIusSMK3Aaj3zqr3bbFlHj1EjVT7MX-HJ8GU-3CvHhxJuOotJ1_MyjPozdglAle9jO5xcw8F_l61U/s1600/p2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiv15-2giyyvuDcZedIBHWPKrxCx-ntQ-Nil4LJSRqXv9U8aW1hzaCgU0lrH-ldBWyIusSMK3Aaj3zqr3bbFlHj1EjVT7MX-HJ8GU-3CvHhxJuOotJ1_MyjPozdglAle9jO5xcw8F_l61U/s640/p2.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;">Kawaii!</div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgXb9f3LCDDVccxRPJbjkCUIDnBXAGqWSvzDRqbnrIxVl4BFlaLdzeHQTX3Yc6tXszVAK3oAaPK6UvblvAxc5mEQQrFNh6OU8HFFxcnFzBoHknxrJKkF0wqlcM79R_W4kFFPSObAduWORM/s1600/p4.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgXb9f3LCDDVccxRPJbjkCUIDnBXAGqWSvzDRqbnrIxVl4BFlaLdzeHQTX3Yc6tXszVAK3oAaPK6UvblvAxc5mEQQrFNh6OU8HFFxcnFzBoHknxrJKkF0wqlcM79R_W4kFFPSObAduWORM/s640/p4.jpg" width="640" /></a></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhZwcqU96SIMUOWCcuVLx7sxnGyKlhGn8osAX39MlT-vRHi0c-X-CJh6JOTgzYi4CkgprGVol2URWNYF4EcEMNkoGDs188Ah5GnxxX22qIzu1mXxtGk3G_kxx563yi6ONhJPP-7YvyauJ8/s1600/p3.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhZwcqU96SIMUOWCcuVLx7sxnGyKlhGn8osAX39MlT-vRHi0c-X-CJh6JOTgzYi4CkgprGVol2URWNYF4EcEMNkoGDs188Ah5GnxxX22qIzu1mXxtGk3G_kxx563yi6ONhJPP-7YvyauJ8/s640/p3.jpg" width="640" /></a></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgfOh7D8iS_wXsReePHoW1Q4gKPuGKmeZGk97EBydWJwWOi64_Kn_aKtopo-f_jYOdniParkzVf8dMyk-Eg2iCOiZhxFCW-xui8duPtpXiB1f_uSM5ahiXf4fTmR8FRl6TRhLzCb-e2J9E/s1600/img_6141.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgfOh7D8iS_wXsReePHoW1Q4gKPuGKmeZGk97EBydWJwWOi64_Kn_aKtopo-f_jYOdniParkzVf8dMyk-Eg2iCOiZhxFCW-xui8duPtpXiB1f_uSM5ahiXf4fTmR8FRl6TRhLzCb-e2J9E/s1600/img_6141.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Pamela, Myself and Jasmin from <a href="http://vintagevandalizm.com/">Vintage Vandalizm</a>.</div> </div><div class="p1">NN: Pam I love your site and how it looks like a real like little shop! Can you tell me a little bit about yourself and how Pammy Cakes Boutique came to be? (Where your from, school, what lead you to this business)</div><div class="p3"> </div><div class="p4">PCB: Awe, that's so sweet of you to say! First, thanks so much for reaching out!! :)</div><div class="p5"> </div><div class="p4">As a child from a military family, I've had the opportunity to travel to quite a few places all over the world. One of those places being Okinawa, Japan. Living there at such a young age, I believe the culture and pop-friendly lifestyle made such an impression on me that when I started my company, my tastes gravitated toward that very sweet, youthful style. With that cultural imprint, and about 5-6 years of Fine Arts classes, Graphic design courses and fashion school, Pammy Cakes Boutique was practically begging to become a reality. But it wasn't until about 4 depressing years into the corporate fashion world did I realize I wasn't accomplishing what I came to New York to do. So after about a year's time, a few life changing events, and sudden unemployment, I knew that then was a better time than any to start a company (you can only go up from unemployment! lol) That's when I began gathering items from around the house and handmade my first accessory (<a href="http://www.pammycakesboutique.bigcartel.com/product/mimi-bow-mint">Mimi Bow Bracelet</a>). <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEicoDLmJrUXUS_4vzHuKGOaA7V-AJqJx8CNkqfQWtlLdo3BfR6JJ_yx_oyz7nTGeeKqRJCk1pVHq-G-h0TD8IG-2eSD3atSxYq-x8REvHztglR9lRMDrJlXwumQaFE7tYrAowMtCNkgm1I/s1600/image-8.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEicoDLmJrUXUS_4vzHuKGOaA7V-AJqJx8CNkqfQWtlLdo3BfR6JJ_yx_oyz7nTGeeKqRJCk1pVHq-G-h0TD8IG-2eSD3atSxYq-x8REvHztglR9lRMDrJlXwumQaFE7tYrAowMtCNkgm1I/s640/image-8.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div> </div><div class="p6"> </div><div class="p7">NN: What do you hope to accomplish with your clothing and/or accessories?</div><div class="p4"> </div><div class="p4">PCB: Because my pieces are on the very sweet side, often littered with bows, hearts, and cupcakes (my icon), my goal is to allow females of any age feel light-hearted and super girly...and most of all, Kawaii (cute)! </div><div class="p6"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEilXgiaDngBNQHz_mQun8GJRY9R7Qr3GBvfDI2R6dx99Lw1KQkeDP4uL_gCpBrss9L-5MOJr-4PYKdPw8poXOB_fNz117tVKlgSbOcYYg6B0C182XlYeIGVPD2H4Ep9GHSGKWZhy4ns-SE/s1600/image-9.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEilXgiaDngBNQHz_mQun8GJRY9R7Qr3GBvfDI2R6dx99Lw1KQkeDP4uL_gCpBrss9L-5MOJr-4PYKdPw8poXOB_fNz117tVKlgSbOcYYg6B0C182XlYeIGVPD2H4Ep9GHSGKWZhy4ns-SE/s640/image-9.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div> </div><div class="p1">NN: I can see there's a very animated and perhaps Japanese inspiration behind your line... Can you tell me a bit more about that? Are there any people i.e. artist or designers who have been an inspiration to you? Where does your inspiration come from?</div><div class="p4"> </div><div class="p4">PCB: Oh yes, I have so many inspirations! Many don't necessarily reflect Pammy Cakes per se, but they carry the same energy. So I will only name a few... The number one inspiration is <a href="http://tokyofashion.com/maison-de-julietta-lolita-laforet-harajuku/">Japanese Sweet Lolita Street Fashion</a>. I just love the frilliness and cuteness of that genre. Also Sofia Coppola's movie Marie-Antoinette. Even though this is set in the Baroque era, it carries just about that same feeling of "the world is at your fingertips, so why wouldn't you enjoy every nibble of it?" And lastly, Betsey Johnson. Even though her style is much wilder and vibrant an the sweetness of my line, she encompasses the Marie-Antoinette lifestyle (where Japanese Lolita draws inspiration). <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgygUmRUKt-hrK8BPjhtozJ-oKidOXvFT51Lbite63e97_iKYLS1comRbrwI1K-hJ8T5HB9WxFt5OJYNbMQtt75CJFXdicQ2Idz0VP8gjSNuO0eeolz7_6VMUgft72ccotin9k9oqBhlbA/s1600/image-10.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgygUmRUKt-hrK8BPjhtozJ-oKidOXvFT51Lbite63e97_iKYLS1comRbrwI1K-hJ8T5HB9WxFt5OJYNbMQtt75CJFXdicQ2Idz0VP8gjSNuO0eeolz7_6VMUgft72ccotin9k9oqBhlbA/s640/image-10.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div> </div><div class="p2"> </div><div class="p3">NN: New York Comic Con is a magical place. Is this your first time being a vendor? </div><div class="p4"> </div><div class="p4">PCB: This is my first time vending on my own. Last year was my actual first CC vending experience, with my two good fashion friends at <a href="http://www.shopglamarous.com/">Gla.mar.ous</a> and Centennial Compass. I've learned a lot about managing a table since the first time, but I still have a lot more to learn.</div><div class="p2"> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgmUy9bcJkuv6ip7CbiXKBf6JakOQIT6cYI074a3-vGj5PzR5mAnQ8vYQ0Ey6v4Pbetx6ioXK346qSMu7WdjFHgVoITES1qK_xhVaiRoZSlZSv6MRy_hfNejeGGFlV1zaOfV6mhWj8SGkM/s1600/1382361_10151666735136980_188904923_n.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgmUy9bcJkuv6ip7CbiXKBf6JakOQIT6cYI074a3-vGj5PzR5mAnQ8vYQ0Ey6v4Pbetx6ioXK346qSMu7WdjFHgVoITES1qK_xhVaiRoZSlZSv6MRy_hfNejeGGFlV1zaOfV6mhWj8SGkM/s640/1382361_10151666735136980_188904923_n.jpg" width="640" /></a></div> </div><div class="p3">NN: What do you enjoy the most about New York Comic Con and would you go back?</div><div class="p4"> </div><div class="p4">PCB: Well, there are a lot of things I enjoy about Comic Con. But what I think I enjoy the most is the energy in the room. You have a free pass to be whomever, or whatever you want. And you're immediately accepted. Your fantasy is the reality. <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhtlRbxIYtI4Qv0CG2mhI68cUiVayP2UGcMvpPbZmk8n1gimjDfDWneNcj1DkmqzUtQH6fSt_5rttrr3Yk1Fq7ii-7pNRQDEFuQ8XdJvgnCaEuHQerq_rrDizTuY7F18KjofLfeen38mFc/s1600/302315_244809478899806_974286285_n.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="364" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhtlRbxIYtI4Qv0CG2mhI68cUiVayP2UGcMvpPbZmk8n1gimjDfDWneNcj1DkmqzUtQH6fSt_5rttrr3Yk1Fq7ii-7pNRQDEFuQ8XdJvgnCaEuHQerq_rrDizTuY7F18KjofLfeen38mFc/s640/302315_244809478899806_974286285_n.jpg" width="640" /></a></div> </div><div class="p6"> </div><div class="p1">NN: I've seen from your photos on instagram and facebook that you like to cosplay at Comic Con and other events. Do you incorporate your own clothing? How long have you been doing this?</div><div class="p4"> </div><div class="p4">PCB: I LOVE LOVE LOVE to Cosplay! Probably more than anything in the world, truthfully. I love the planning that goes into an outfit, the bumps and set-backs of solving costume malfunctions, all of it. And yes, this is quite an expensive hobby... so if I have space to incorporate a non handmade item, I will definitely bring in a piece that I can wear on a regular day. One great example is sometimes I will Cosplay as Yoko Littner from Gurren Lagann. Since her outfit consists mostly of a pair of black shorts and a bikini top, I just wore a pair of denim shorts from the past Summer season, and sewn flames on a bikini top I already owned. Add a wig (which I bought at CC), her accessories, and a handmade over-sized sniper rifle, and you've got yourself an Anime Cosplay outfit :) </div><div class="p2"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiM_AgwqHCRZJqKPVD4angR9B4fZosnz8ufBHFzAOIwE0ipCd-nDTccOzTEB4G1JanEvJGoOBupvv9GnvvBULVuXnF2EMH0MRlVxLiTmdhjnh1tp4pOv3BBDbk9qAh_2DneS7XZY-UlgrA/s1600/image-12.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiM_AgwqHCRZJqKPVD4angR9B4fZosnz8ufBHFzAOIwE0ipCd-nDTccOzTEB4G1JanEvJGoOBupvv9GnvvBULVuXnF2EMH0MRlVxLiTmdhjnh1tp4pOv3BBDbk9qAh_2DneS7XZY-UlgrA/s640/image-12.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div> </div><div class="p3">NN: Where do you see yourself in 5 years? </div><div class="p3"> </div><div class="p4">PCB: I really hate this question (lol). Only because I don't really plan that far in advance. I mean, I have a vague I idea what I want to accomplish, but I give the decisions and goals in my immediate future the most attention. That way I can keep the vague goal in mind, while I whittle away at the smaller goals, that will ultimately accomplish that goal 5 years down the line. <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhVRkJLSdtI-txoxNX_cqhBoAOliOVf81J_GxUVzxGb3oeF2qBBoff4pS1JCoHN_-oUrUCOXeyG79KdAgZXV8vP95ZV41OAUbpVjmxtpabAVJz96VtrQCcQSVuBk5EMRSBYy4Tw6ggwzzc/s1600/image-13.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhVRkJLSdtI-txoxNX_cqhBoAOliOVf81J_GxUVzxGb3oeF2qBBoff4pS1JCoHN_-oUrUCOXeyG79KdAgZXV8vP95ZV41OAUbpVjmxtpabAVJz96VtrQCcQSVuBk5EMRSBYy4Tw6ggwzzc/s640/image-13.jpg" width="640" /></a></div> </div><div class="p6"> </div><div class="p1">NN: Quick questions...</div><div class="p6"> </div><div class="p4">Favorite Cartoon? Hardest. Question. Ever. I love sooo many now, and practically grew up on them watching Nickelodeon. But if I were to only choose absolutely one, I'd have to say Jem And The Holograms.</div><div class="p1">Favorite Wig Color? Pink! Fo sho..</div><div class="p4">Favorite Accessory? Currently, fluffy cat ears</div><div class="p1">Vanilla or Chocolate? Chocolate</div><div class="p4">Zombies or Vampires? Oh man.. I can't choose. They're both dead, right? Heck, Vamps are so much sexier!</div>Pink or Black? Black :P Thanks so much to Pamela for taking the time to answer these questions and I wish her the best of luck on her journey. I hope you all enjoyed this interview and walk away with something from it.  Stay up-to-date with <a href="http://www.pammycakesboutique.com/">Pammy Cakes Boutique</a> by following their social channels here => <a href="https://www.facebook.com/PammyCakesBoutique">Facebook</a>, <a href="http://instagram.com/petitlolita3">Instagram</a>, <a href="http://twitter.com/PammyCakes3">Twitter</a>.  <div style="text-align: center;">Xo Nubia Xo</div><div class="p1"> <div style="text-align: center;">Follow the Nubia Network on your right hand side, Thank you. </div> </div>

Interview with Designer of Pammy Cakes Boutique (New York Comic Con)

Hello Nubians, While I attended New York Comic Con 2013, I hung out a lot at the Pammy Cakes Boutique booth. It was an explosion of cuteness...

Designer Interview: ROMEiNGPANDA

Oh New York City, I Love you. I always meet people in the oddest scenarios... About a week ago... I had the pleasure of meeting Rome. A talented young spirit. His designs are pretty awesome and definitely fit the NubiasNonsense aesthetic: Fun, playful, hip, happening. We met for a brief moment but the following weekend linked up at Union Square park to talk about some stuff. For those of you who aren't familiar with ROMEiNGPANDA, you might have seen Katy Perry wear his rings at her album release party or you might have seen his bracelets going down the Victoria Secret runway. Rome and I talked about life, business and the future of his line and fashion in general. Below please find some quirky facts he wanted to share with NN readers. <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiTIxA0GF0zaPT_9IMopGb-k3DV0x3LwYrmRL91MtONx4Fen6TR8XkMzxXvnz7FTojE335r2rNtKT4AwAUbLxXbZr6ARa9Ny8dSp9gHflfajOS1Q_ohyphenhyphenN29nTl59LJsVGgrXaeteSli99rK/s1600/r5.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiTIxA0GF0zaPT_9IMopGb-k3DV0x3LwYrmRL91MtONx4Fen6TR8XkMzxXvnz7FTojE335r2rNtKT4AwAUbLxXbZr6ARa9Ny8dSp9gHflfajOS1Q_ohyphenhyphenN29nTl59LJsVGgrXaeteSli99rK/s1600/r5.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiX0Io1sCCRSdQbL6cz3fknH-cHfJ5Dv3Qg-oNIosfvQxztE5j_4c-PNUSE0JK9O2Jp6BZDW8zRLJkY5Z0Tnm94QK62nXCphN1c1BMxUh15zVP8gOP1iMD77NbwfqXLaksOfRCqUkiGrK11/s1600/r5.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"> </a></div> NN: Why the name ROMEiNGPANDA?  RP: The name is a simple wordplay of my name "Rome" and one of my favorite animals, Panda's. I've spent much of my life "Roaming" while eating tons of candies and the foundation/theme behind the brand is of german candy, Gummi Bears. Gummies are "Bears", Panda's are "Bears" and I wasn't going to call it RomeingGummies. "RomeingPanda" came to mind instantly, just thought it worked, and everyone like it so it was history from there. NN: What inspired you to use gummy bears?  RP: Were they you're favorite candy growing up? I mean, why would you not use gummi bears as bling? But the idea started as a joke- just wanted to wear my own designs for a change; and crafting while eating many packs of gummies creates magic. People loved my first creations and the rise of the gummi empire began. Yes gummi bears are in my top 5 list of favorite candies growing up, HARIBO gummi bears to be exact; I actually like any candy that's gummi. Welches fruits snacks are yummi. But I honestly eat tons of candy all the time, more than real food. <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj-BcMFDyziorJrCWQNkS2wNbW7QPILnm_v9-sjouAvKeKJNMB4b6oVJXtZIuKApN3-dv2jCB_9Ff7s3BiH5E8oBHUMjlsgUSmcNhIW07-yFtIyXbJqCyEI9ViJIbBTt5_Rt7T63TK3Or-Y/s1600/r2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj-BcMFDyziorJrCWQNkS2wNbW7QPILnm_v9-sjouAvKeKJNMB4b6oVJXtZIuKApN3-dv2jCB_9Ff7s3BiH5E8oBHUMjlsgUSmcNhIW07-yFtIyXbJqCyEI9ViJIbBTt5_Rt7T63TK3Or-Y/s1600/r2.jpg" /></a></div> NN: Your gummy bears look so real, have you ever had a client try to eat them? What are they made out of?  RP: Yup, that's the stuff, wearable art! Well I don't know if anyone has ever tried to eat them, but people always "like" to ask "can I eat them?". All of RomeingPanda's current jewelry is primarily constructed out of Lucite.   NN: What kind of people do you see wearing RomeingPanda? What's your target audience? RP: I see everyone wearing RomeingPanda! Panda's are pretty awesome and who doesn't Love gummi bears?? My target audience is the world. <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh3E9qqP3Q0Sn25Arb5rTnynkAWTSGJlvwTN3J8ezzfjkejM7Z1SAgz5F-RZgS-URJvpGjQOklHAUSiZdhKrdf5cdOaxAgJyYKm3wHmLGWG9FUOxu3gtMXrJwvE-CnGBHiomhWLB5aTWLph/s1600/r4.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh3E9qqP3Q0Sn25Arb5rTnynkAWTSGJlvwTN3J8ezzfjkejM7Z1SAgz5F-RZgS-URJvpGjQOklHAUSiZdhKrdf5cdOaxAgJyYKm3wHmLGWG9FUOxu3gtMXrJwvE-CnGBHiomhWLB5aTWLph/s1600/r4.jpg" /></a></div> NN: What other sort of projects will RomeingPanda be involved with that you can share? You know sharing is caring. RP: For starters an official RomeingPanda Re-Launch coming soon- followed by everything from Apparel, Art, Candy, Toys, and a Cartoon. Pretty much RomeingPanda Everything. Please Stay Tuned! <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj_rqSjIZfN1OpryzUmg1AFqg__WNzRwEzUeDdYeKekQn4JPS64hd1t6wkHfzpG4S0qgU3-DoC2JYNmx44SrhLykPgX6YvBbFoF6__cc4fb-Bj31Kp8Q_MxzTevkEJqzQaqQozBa9dun5AD/s1600/162685_172145482818834_134337819932934_412741_5094292_n.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj_rqSjIZfN1OpryzUmg1AFqg__WNzRwEzUeDdYeKekQn4JPS64hd1t6wkHfzpG4S0qgU3-DoC2JYNmx44SrhLykPgX6YvBbFoF6__cc4fb-Bj31Kp8Q_MxzTevkEJqzQaqQozBa9dun5AD/s1600/162685_172145482818834_134337819932934_412741_5094292_n.jpg" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;">(this Photo taken by Nikko La Mere Photography)</div> NN: If RomeingPanda could speak, what would it say to you? RP: I do speak! Snarf, Snarf... NN: If RomeingPanda had a clique, Who would be in his Posse? (characters) RP: There actually is a clique, called PANDA Pack, which consists of: ROME, The Roaming PANDA Pearly, The Red PANDA Mander, The Princess PANDA Bubbles, The PANDA Dog Catch them in an upcoming RomeingPanda film coming to a screen near you! Rome's stuff is seriously dope and it's lines like his that give me that Japanese vibe I so undeniably adore. Show some love and visit his webstore <a href="http://www.romeingpanda.bigcartel.com/">here</a>. What do you think about ROMEiNGPANDA?  Toodles, <div style="color: red; text-align: center;">  </div><div style="text-align: center;">Xo Nubia Xo  </div> Follow the Nubia Network on your right hand side, Thank you

Designer Interview: ROMEiNGPANDA

Oh New York City, I Love you. I always meet people in the oddest scenarios... About a week ago ... I had the pleasure of meeting Rome. A ...

New York Comic Con: What I Wore (Wiwt)

<div style="text-align: center; font-weight: bold;"> Allow Me To Re-Introduce Myself </div> <a href="http://i570.photobucket.com/albums/ss143/Nubiasnonsense/b1-8.jpg"><img alt="" border="0" src="http://i570.photobucket.com/albums/ss143/Nubiasnonsense/b1-8.jpg" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 600px; height: 895px;" /></a> I hope you enjoyed my post below about <a href="http://nubiasnonsense.blogspot.com/2011/10/new-york-comic-con-day-1.html" style="font-weight: bold;">my first day at New York Comic Con</a>. I decided not to Cosplay the first day because I wanted to hang out and take in the atmosphere instead of attending panels all day (like I probably will be for the rest of NYCC). I still had to dress funky because well.... It's just my nature. <div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://i570.photobucket.com/albums/ss143/Nubiasnonsense/b3-9.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" src="http://i570.photobucket.com/albums/ss143/Nubiasnonsense/b3-9.jpg" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 600px; height: 386px;" /></a> Wearing: H&M Hoodie and Suspenders, Charlotte Russe Booties, American Apparel stockings, DIY Joyce Collection Denim Shorts, Misc Top. </div><a href="http://i570.photobucket.com/albums/ss143/Nubiasnonsense/b2-9.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" src="http://i570.photobucket.com/albums/ss143/Nubiasnonsense/b2-9.jpg" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 600px; height: 850px;" /></a> These American Apparel stocking received SO much attention. Seriously, I know they're cool and all but I got photographed and asked about them a lot. I was surprised. Being that I'm a community manager and I do all things social media, I love all the hashtags, @ signs, and dollar bills on these. It's like... I'm wearing my life on my legs ha ha. <div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://i570.photobucket.com/albums/ss143/Nubiasnonsense/b4-8.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" src="http://i570.photobucket.com/albums/ss143/Nubiasnonsense/b4-8.jpg" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 600px; height: 886px;" /></a> My Wonder Woman pose. My lovely lady lumps. </div><a href="http://i570.photobucket.com/albums/ss143/Nubiasnonsense/b5-10.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" src="http://i570.photobucket.com/albums/ss143/Nubiasnonsense/b5-10.jpg" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 600px; height: 905px;" /></a> Tomorrow I will be some-what cosplaying and Saturday I'm going pretty HARD. Make sure to check back everyday and Follow me on Twitter <a href="http://twitter.com/NubiasNonsense">@NubiasNonsense</a> for more frequent updates.<a href="http://twitter.com/Nubiasnonsense"> </a> <div style="text-align: center; font-weight: bold; color: rgb(255, 0, 0);">Xo Nubia Xo <div style="text-align: left;"> Follow the Nubia Network on your right hand side. Thank you! </div></div>

New York Comic Con: What I Wore (Wiwt)

Allow Me To Re-Introduce Myself I hope you enjoyed my post below about my first day at New York Comic Con . I decided not to Cosplay the fi...

Boy Meets Girl Stacy Igel

Stacy Igel is the designer behind the brand Boy Meets Girl. I had the pleasure of getting to ask her a few questions about her line and what inspires her. <a href="http://nubiasnonsense.blogspot.com/2010/09/shows-and-boots.html">This isn't the first time you've heard about Stacy on my blog</a> and I assure you it won't be the last. <a href="http://www.boymeetsgirlusa.com/"> </a><a href="http://www.boymeetsgirlusa.com/">Boy Meets Girl </a>is a versatile collection. I personally enjoy the brand because it's comfortable yet it doesn't give off that "dressed down" vibe. You can wear Boy Meets Girl and feel radiant and casual. I'm sure you might have seen BMG on several occasions and maybe didn't realize it. The line has been on shows such as Beverly Hills 90210, The Vampire Diaries, Various MTV shows, and more. The line has also been in a Variety of magazines including Teen Vogue, Lucky, Cosmo, WWD, etc. Stacy's attitude makes me like her line even more! She's friendly, Positive and full of life. Although BMG is carried is stores like Fred Segal, Saks and Bloomingdales... Drum Rolls Please... Today is the Debut of the E-Commerce Site! How awesome right? Go on over and check it out <a href="http://www.boymeetsgirlusa.com/">HERE</a>. Enjoy the interview and the e-commerce store. Stacy's line Boy Meets Girl is so enjoyable to look at. Let me know what you think. <div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://i570.photobucket.com/albums/ss143/Nubiasnonsense/bg_ego-main2.png" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" src="http://i570.photobucket.com/albums/ss143/Nubiasnonsense/bg_ego-main2.png" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 600px;" /></a>Stacy Igel above </div> 1. Did you always want to be a designer? Was this a childhood dream or did you just wake-up and know one day? SI: Well, I told my Mom at the age of 4 that I would only wear dresses to nursery school... I dressed my pre–K classmates and staged fashion shows from my school cafeteria. My mom was an entrepreneur and I definitely inherited that from her -- its in my blood. So YES! <a href="http://i570.photobucket.com/albums/ss143/Nubiasnonsense/KWNoraLOOK10.jpg"><img alt="" border="0" src="http://i570.photobucket.com/albums/ss143/Nubiasnonsense/KWNoraLOOK10.jpg" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 333px; height: 500px;" /></a> 2. What was the inspiration behind your latest collection? SI: Boy Meets Girl® Fall/Winter 2011 Inspiration She has a quality possessed by a rare few, which draws in all the rest with magnetic force. She is indescribable, but yet you always know her when you see her. She is subtle. She has an air about her, like a fine wine, an intoxicating multi-layered complexity. She has that certain something deep down inside that tells her with no uncertainty that she is alive. She has “it.” She wears “it.” The eclectic, neo-prep scene of the Shoreditch and Brick Lane infused with the casually classic touches of the English countryside. She’s the center of attention, whether sashaying down a café-lined Parisian streetscape or simply catching up with old friends. Her story is the glue. She is you. Founder/Creative Director/Fashion Designer- Stacy Igel <a href="http://i570.photobucket.com/albums/ss143/Nubiasnonsense/KWAriannaLOOK31.jpg"><img alt="" border="0" src="http://i570.photobucket.com/albums/ss143/Nubiasnonsense/KWAriannaLOOK31.jpg" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 333px; height: 500px;" /></a>3. Can you give us a hint on what we'll be seeing in your next collection? Even a teeny-weeny one? SI: Think Brazil :) You can check out my guest editor feature on the <a href="http://pleat.com/" target="_blank">pleat.com</a> and my blog here <a href="http://stacyigel.blogspot.com/2011/01/check-out-my-guest-editor-feature-on.html" target="_blank">http://stacyigel.blogspot.com/2011/01/check-out-my-guest-editor-feature-on.html</a> <a href="http://i570.photobucket.com/albums/ss143/Nubiasnonsense/KWLaurenLOOK9.jpg"><img alt="" border="0" src="http://i570.photobucket.com/albums/ss143/Nubiasnonsense/KWLaurenLOOK9.jpg" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 333px; height: 500px;" /></a>4. Describe the type of women who wear Boy Meets Girl? SI: The collection [of tops, dresses, sweaters, sweatshirts & sweatpants, jumpers, skirts, outerwear & accessories] appeals to a confident, edgy, playful clientele with a carefree spirit. Our customers like to laugh and don’t take themselves too seriously. <a href="http://i570.photobucket.com/albums/ss143/Nubiasnonsense/KWLindseyLOOK81.jpg"><img alt="" border="0" src="http://i570.photobucket.com/albums/ss143/Nubiasnonsense/KWLindseyLOOK81.jpg" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 333px; height: 500px;" /></a>5. Where did you get the name Boy Meets Girl? what's the story behind it? SI: The first time I met my husband’s parents was for dinner at their apartment. While they were giving me the tour, I noticed a picture frame containing silhouettes of their three children from when they were younger. My parents had a similar picture of my sister and I from when we were about the same age. I thought about us and how we still both had these young, playful, carefree versions of ourselves inside of us and I knew right then and there my brand would be called Boy Meets Girl® and that I’d use our silhouettes for the logo. The logo driven product came first and we have been growing the collection organically from there. A big thanks to Stacy for taking the time to answer these. Follow her on <a href="http://www.facebook.com/BoyMeetsGirlClothing">Twitter </a>and Fan her on <a href="http://www.facebook.com/BoyMeetsGirlClothing">Facebook</a>. Xo Nubia Xo P.S. Stacy Recently spoke at the Fashion 140 conference. She spoke about how she uses Social Media for her Business. She had a fear of public speaking and still did it! Kudos for her! Check it. <div style="text-align: center;"><iframe src="http://www.youtube.com/embed/98h66z5aoVg" allowfullscreen="" frameborder="0" height="349" width="560"></iframe> </div>Like NubiasNonsense? Follow me on Google <a href="http://www.google.com/friendconnect/signin/home?st=e%3DAOG8GaBiHH1ZEghEUa%252FMCvmO9QRGQitlPiKrXJnaKI51SBzX8nR1F4N9e95bfzA4AyqqdrarfvIZtqDUcvUoAgY8HBj56VrXpXc0xnYFURvjmZyII3rtmFpo9%252FVKzU3dtkr5j%252Bn7HzKjZN3v1n%252BLqwehbg5d6xpmGg8bpqLAeZ0zdbrZGZCsqcJJ71MeRuMiXbrOrKdY%252B5tnIO4AkDTi8V9U6XXaEiuGqYTY6EMDW85pMjq%252BW3suWbs%253D%26c%3Dpeoplesense&psinvite=&subscribeOnSignin=1">here</a> and BlogLovin <a href="http://www.bloglovin.com/blog/611382/">here</a>. Check out my YouTube-Nubtube <a href="http://youtube.com/Nubiasnonsenseblog">here</a>. Follow me on Twitter to know what I'm up to <a href="http://twitter.com/Nubiasnonsense">here</a>. You Rock. That is all. Good day!

Boy Meets Girl Stacy Igel

Stacy Igel is the designer behind the brand Boy Meets Girl . I had the pleasure of getting to ask her a few questions about her line and wh...

Evolving Influence IFB Con Video

I had the pleasure of attending the Independent Fashion Bloggers Conference this past February and I was a lady on a mission. I walked around the conference on behalf of IFB and interviewed a few lovely bloggers asking them questions such as "What are you wearing?", "Where do you get your inspiration from?" and more. The video has been posted on IFB's YouTube, You can watch it below. <div style="text-align: center;"><iframe title="YouTube video player" src="http://www.youtube.com/embed/nW_ymkb8xHc" allowfullscreen="" frameborder="0" height="390" width="640"></iframe></div>If you're a Fashion blogger, I highly recommend you sign up to IFB if you aren't already. It's an ever-growing community created by Jennine Jacob that has endless amounts of resources and information for fashion bloggers. Some blog for fun, some blog for a potential future career, at the end of the day... We all have questions right? Visit IFB <a href="http://www.heartifb.com/" style="font-weight: bold;">HERE</a>. The conference had so much to offer. It doesn't matter what "level" of blogging you're on. Whether you started blogging yesterday or 2 years ago, You'd walk out of the conference enlightened with a piece of information you didn't hold prior. There are A LOT of changes going on and a lot of things that are still rather... undefined? Any who, You can also keep up with IFB by following them on Twitter <a href="http://twitter.com/#%21/_IFB" style="font-weight: bold;">HERE</a>. I hope you all enjoy the video. Fashion Blogging is at such a crucial stage that we must act together to keep it blossoming. Peace, Love & Words Ya'll! Toodles, Xo Nubia Xo Like NubiasNonsense? Follow me on Google <a href="http://www.google.com/friendconnect/signin/home?st=e%3DAOG8GaDbe%252FI%252F6lz6zH6kP8UTCNZaO3Ek62F7HlSzBlWDIrGr5saM0WlfAiuZ2Bh7JWRH%252FzZsLAkmQ24gx3bTQdYR1lFw92g1YzsyQlPyt97OveIiiMbkUjPA8YYLYWwABMbni8L1uxlK6c9YFmnIk3svm9ltVOC6gtqBDA24QcHxpRR9cTeYwkAn6L4K54v6SkErCWKqKkLFovzP1WbrcAUA7%252Fo00BrTknnVpI1llKf6%252FVgWtjLM9j0%253D%26c%3Dpeoplesense&psinvite=&subscribeOnSignin=1" style="font-weight: bold;">here</a> and BlogLovin <a href="http://www.bloglovin.com/blog/611382/" style="font-weight: bold;">here</a>. Follow me on Twitter to know what I'm up to <a href="http://www.twitter.com/Nubiasnonsense" style="font-weight: bold;">here</a><a href="http://twitter.com/#%21/NubiasNonsense">.</a> You Rock. That is all. Good day!

Evolving Influence IFB Con Video

I had the pleasure of attending the Independent Fashion Bloggers Conference this past February and I was a lady on a mission. I walked arou...

Makla Collection and Photo Shoot

Hello Dears, One of the cool things I wanted to share with you is I did a fun shoot with Designer Laura Makla, along with an interview. I, her and talented photographer Rob Berezowski went hunting for cool locations. I am a fan of Makla. The designs are elegant but not boring. You can wear her dresses in at least 5 different, which frankly entertains me. Variety is very important and not many designers offer it sometimes. She has great prints and a creative, unique quality to her designs. Please read the interview and see the photos below. This lady has a promising future. 1)When did you first know you wanted to design? Do you remember the exact moment? where you a child? a teenager? Do tell. -My mother Becky Makla is a very successful painter and sculptor so I grew up being very influenced by her. I started drawing and painting in Elementary school and always knew I wanted to be an artist and work in a creative field. If I had to pin point a time when I decided I wanted to be a fashion designer it would have to be in my mid teens. One of my biggest inspirations and down right obsessions growing up was Madonna. I remember I had VHS tapes of the Blonde Ambition and the Girlie Show Tours and I would watch them over and over again. I loved the costumes and all the different personas she would take on. I started taking pattern making and sewing classes because I wanted to create clothing that made women feel empowered and also add a bit of fantasy to their everyday lives. 2)Where do you get your inspiration from and why? -I grew up in a house full of intelligent and dynamic women so I would have to say my inspiration starts with the power a woman has to captivate an entire room by the way she dresses and carries herself. I love being a woman and feel dressing beautifully is a way to celebrate yourself and your femininity. As far as my choices for fabric and color my biggest inspiration is water and the ocean. I like my silhouettes to be light and fluid and the colors intense and exotic. This might sound funny but I get so many ideas for prints and colors while watching those National Geographic nature shows or the BBC Life shows. My inspiration for the image of the line lies in the glamour, sex appeal, and rebellious style of late seventies fashion. This era was like the teenage years for America. People were breaking free from tradition, expressing their individuality, and fighting for change and freedom. I love the spirit of this time period and feel it is reflected in a lot of my work. 3)I noticed your signature dresses can be worn it different ways. I also noticed you even encourage people to wear your scarves as belts. Whats the reason for this?Will you continue do make such versatile designs? Do you find them hard to market? -Yes, versatility is a key component in my design process. Why not have a dress that can be worn 5 different ways? You are getting 5 different looks for the price of one. I think it is a great marketing tool especially in an intimate shopping environment. Multifunctional clothing saves space, time, and money, all very precious commodities in our fast paced life styles. It also encourages the client to be creative and add their own personal style to their outfit. 4)I know you screen print shirts as well, do you have any other hidden talents you'd like to share with me and my readers? -Aside from silk screening, painting, sewing and draping I really love creating ceramic sculptures, pottery, and clay beads. Anything that requires working with my hands and making something out of nothing is a very therapeutic process for me. I also make my own drapes, duvets, and pillows. 5)Where is your ideal place to be 5 years from now? Whats the future for Makla? Details please =) -My ideal place 5 years from now would to have a large distribution at all the major department stores worldwide!! <a href="http://i1101.photobucket.com/albums/g440/NubiaCmejia/1-4.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" src="http://i1101.photobucket.com/albums/g440/NubiaCmejia/1-4.jpg" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 600px; height: 750px;" /></a> <a href="http://i1101.photobucket.com/albums/g440/NubiaCmejia/5-4.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" src="http://i1101.photobucket.com/albums/g440/NubiaCmejia/5-4.jpg" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 600px; height: 750px;" /></a> <a href="http://i1101.photobucket.com/albums/g440/NubiaCmejia/7-3.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" src="http://i1101.photobucket.com/albums/g440/NubiaCmejia/7-3.jpg" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 600px; height: 750px;" /></a> <a href="http://i1101.photobucket.com/albums/g440/NubiaCmejia/4-4.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" src="http://i1101.photobucket.com/albums/g440/NubiaCmejia/4-4.jpg" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 600px; height: 750px;" /></a> <a href="http://i1101.photobucket.com/albums/g440/NubiaCmejia/6-1.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" src="http://i1101.photobucket.com/albums/g440/NubiaCmejia/6-1.jpg" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 600px; height: 750px;" /></a> <a href="http://i1101.photobucket.com/albums/g440/NubiaCmejia/8-3.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" src="http://i1101.photobucket.com/albums/g440/NubiaCmejia/8-3.jpg" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 600px; height: 750px;" /></a> <a href="http://i1101.photobucket.com/albums/g440/NubiaCmejia/2-4.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" src="http://i1101.photobucket.com/albums/g440/NubiaCmejia/2-4.jpg" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 600px; height: 750px;" /></a> <div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://i1101.photobucket.com/albums/g440/NubiaCmejia/3-5.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" src="http://i1101.photobucket.com/albums/g440/NubiaCmejia/3-5.jpg" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 600px; height: 750px;" /></a>Wearing ALL <a href="http://maklacollection.com/">Makla</a> dresses Photo Credit: <a href="http://www.berezowski.com/">Rob Berezowski </a> </div> Let me know what you think! This was such a cool project and Laura and Rob were great to work with. I would love to know your thoughts and if you have any questions for Laura leave them on the comment box and I'll pass them along. Follow my blog <a href="http://www.google.com/friendconnect/signin/home?st=e%3DAOG8GaAkdd0eZOcFq3g7nYkw3YiVMewdNOT05s7M%252BDIbntNo73sv6H1YB3kuxlzYx9fzKq3JzzKCnDAZQzTEIZH4T30P1A1Pg%252F5%252BA9RLREIzhviPyV220N%252Fky4SG%252FMIQdqzDSVnVWjslQzu2kg8VhmikrHrjLmGKmwqbrRE7bgvWtKgPsPn9jnDlksTaPFTMEchqtsUQRctdkuumvYBPGsGmcLPuVDSF1X4QcRKZxY%252BCt%252BEwFB7LVH0%253D%26c%3Dpeoplesense&psinvite=&subscribeOnSignin=1">here</a> and <a href="http://www.bloglovin.com/blog/611382/">here</a> or Follow me on Twitter for more Nonsense <a href="http://twitter.com/Nubiasnonsense">here</a>. Xo Nubia XO

Makla Collection and Photo Shoot

Hello Dears, One of the cool things I wanted to share with you is I did a fun shoot with Designer Laura Makla , along with an interview. I,...

Masha Lunara and her Feathers!

Hey Loves, Let me tell you about an interesting individual I met lately, Masha Lunara. Masha makes gorgeous feather earrings which are available at Ethereal boutique in Long Island City, Queens. See some below. <a href="http://i1101.photobucket.com/albums/g440/NubiaCmejia/m5.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" src="http://i1101.photobucket.com/albums/g440/NubiaCmejia/m5.jpg" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; width: 500px; cursor: pointer; height: 670px; text-align: center;" /></a>Not only does Masha make super, awesome earrings BUT she does FEATHER EXTENSIONS! Yes, that's right I said FEATHER EXTENSIONS. Now I know I have readers from different parts of the world who might be familiar with these, But I live in NYC and I have never seen these around. They are so unique and pretty! From really far away they sort of look like highlights but when you get close you'll see the beautiful details. She also does customized ones! <a href="http://i1101.photobucket.com/albums/g440/NubiaCmejia/M1.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" src="http://i1101.photobucket.com/albums/g440/NubiaCmejia/M1.jpg" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; width: 600px; cursor: pointer; height: 450px; text-align: center;" /></a> Here is a small blurb Masha gave me:The Siberian native Artist Lunara, who is feather jewelry designer and founder of Tribal Market, brought new magic things to NYC-Feather extensions. " I was inspired by west coast Tribal culture, The Burning man festival, the LA and San Francisco scene and their life style". Feathers are a touch of shamanic, tribalish magic. Lynara's specialty is to make feathers look naturally growing with your hair. Also, It's the best for people who prefer to keep their natural color, but splash it with low or high lights.. Feathers are the best way to do it. For Lunara it's not just a fashion look, but a spiritual process. Her clients are women and man, actors, models, performers, musicians, fire dancers and people who wants to express themselves. Lunara believe's that We are all one Tribe. You can get a feather extension session by appointment only at the Ethereal Boutique 718-482-8884 <a href="mailto:lunaralove@gmail.com" target="_blank">lunaralove@gmail.com</a> and Tribal Market. <a href="http://tribalmarket.org/" target="_blank">tribalmarket.org</a>Here are some pictures below:<a href="http://i1101.photobucket.com/albums/g440/NubiaCmejia/m3.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" src="http://i1101.photobucket.com/albums/g440/NubiaCmejia/m3.jpg" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; width: 400px; cursor: pointer; height: 534px; text-align: center;" /></a> <a href="http://i1101.photobucket.com/albums/g440/NubiaCmejia/m2.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" src="http://i1101.photobucket.com/albums/g440/NubiaCmejia/m2.jpg" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; width: 600px; cursor: pointer; height: 450px; text-align: center;" /></a> <a href="http://i1101.photobucket.com/albums/g440/NubiaCmejia/m4.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" src="http://i1101.photobucket.com/albums/g440/NubiaCmejia/m4.jpg" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; width: 400px; cursor: pointer; height: 534px; text-align: center;" /></a>As you may have read from the Blurb this is a great option for someone who DOES NOT want to dye their hair, but wants keep their natural color. Lunara is very spiritual and I have to say it's extremely soothing, and such an interesting experience. I love learning about peoples cultures and what inspires them. The extensions last 3 months and vary in prices.Lunara also has "The Tribal Market" every so often. To learn more about that and see dates coming up you can visit <a href="http://www.tribalmarket.org/">http://www.tribalmarket.org/</a>SO would you get feather extensions? Thoughts? Let me know!

Masha Lunara and her Feathers!

Hey Loves, Let me tell you about an interesting individual I met lately, Masha Lunara. Masha makes gorgeous feather earrings which are avail...

The Never Ending Closet Fashion Show

Hello Loves! As most of you know when I went to the New York Comic Con I attended a Fashion Show, It was actually part of the Anime Festival. "The Never Ending Closet" was a successful and fun. There was a lot of people anxiously waiting on line with interesting ensembles themselves I might add (cosplayers). <div style="text-align: justify;">There was a huge array of looks going down this runway. Some of it was very Lolita inspired while other looks were very Victorian inspired and Futuristic. I even saw a touch of classic Dutch going down the runway. It was definitely inspiring in a very positive manner. The make-up and also on point which I ALWAYS notice at a show. Please enjoy the photographs I took below, and make sure to check out the designers! If you have any specific questions feel free to leave them in the comment box. Designers <a href="http://www.twin-bee.net/">Twin Bee</a> <a href="http://perianthlolita.blogspot.com/">Perianth</a> <a href="http://osoconcept.com/">O so Wrong O so Right</a> <a href="http://artificialintrigue.squarespace.com/">Artificial Intrigue</a> <a href="http://idodeclareshop.blogspot.com/">I Do Declare</a> <a href="http://heartlessrevivial.squarespace.com/">Heartless Revival</a> xo Nubia x0 </div><a href="http://i1101.photobucket.com/albums/g440/NubiaCmejia/r19-1.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" src="http://i1101.photobucket.com/albums/g440/NubiaCmejia/r19-1.jpg" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 600px; height: 894px;" /></a> <a href="http://i1101.photobucket.com/albums/g440/NubiaCmejia/r7.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" src="http://i1101.photobucket.com/albums/g440/NubiaCmejia/r7.jpg" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 550px; height: 811px;" /></a> <a href="http://i1101.photobucket.com/albums/g440/NubiaCmejia/r1.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" src="http://i1101.photobucket.com/albums/g440/NubiaCmejia/r1.jpg" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 550px; height: 388px;" /></a> <a href="http://i1101.photobucket.com/albums/g440/NubiaCmejia/r2.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" src="http://i1101.photobucket.com/albums/g440/NubiaCmejia/r2.jpg" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 550px; height: 730px;" /></a> <a href="http://i1101.photobucket.com/albums/g440/NubiaCmejia/r5.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" src="http://i1101.photobucket.com/albums/g440/NubiaCmejia/r5.jpg" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 550px; height: 650px;" /></a> <a href="http://i1101.photobucket.com/albums/g440/NubiaCmejia/r3.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" src="http://i1101.photobucket.com/albums/g440/NubiaCmejia/r3.jpg" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 550px; height: 742px;" /></a> <a href="http://i1101.photobucket.com/albums/g440/NubiaCmejia/r6.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" src="http://i1101.photobucket.com/albums/g440/NubiaCmejia/r6.jpg" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 550px; height: 754px;" /></a> <a href="http://i1101.photobucket.com/albums/g440/NubiaCmejia/r8.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" src="http://i1101.photobucket.com/albums/g440/NubiaCmejia/r8.jpg" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 550px; height: 789px;" /></a> <a href="http://i1101.photobucket.com/albums/g440/NubiaCmejia/r9.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" src="http://i1101.photobucket.com/albums/g440/NubiaCmejia/r9.jpg" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 550px; height: 806px;" /></a> <a href="http://i1101.photobucket.com/albums/g440/NubiaCmejia/r12.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" src="http://i1101.photobucket.com/albums/g440/NubiaCmejia/r12.jpg" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 550px; height: 762px;" /></a> <a href="http://i1101.photobucket.com/albums/g440/NubiaCmejia/r11.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" src="http://i1101.photobucket.com/albums/g440/NubiaCmejia/r11.jpg" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 550px; height: 780px;" /></a> <a href="http://i1101.photobucket.com/albums/g440/NubiaCmejia/r13.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" src="http://i1101.photobucket.com/albums/g440/NubiaCmejia/r13.jpg" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 550px; height: 764px;" /></a> <a href="http://i1101.photobucket.com/albums/g440/NubiaCmejia/r14.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" src="http://i1101.photobucket.com/albums/g440/NubiaCmejia/r14.jpg" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 550px; height: 534px;" /></a> <a href="http://i1101.photobucket.com/albums/g440/NubiaCmejia/r15.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" src="http://i1101.photobucket.com/albums/g440/NubiaCmejia/r15.jpg" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 550px; height: 747px;" /></a> <a href="http://i1101.photobucket.com/albums/g440/NubiaCmejia/r17.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" src="http://i1101.photobucket.com/albums/g440/NubiaCmejia/r17.jpg" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 550px; height: 695px;" /></a> <a href="http://i1101.photobucket.com/albums/g440/NubiaCmejia/r16.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" src="http://i1101.photobucket.com/albums/g440/NubiaCmejia/r16.jpg" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 550px; height: 769px;" /></a> <a href="http://i1101.photobucket.com/albums/g440/NubiaCmejia/r18.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" src="http://i1101.photobucket.com/albums/g440/NubiaCmejia/r18.jpg" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 550px; height: 726px;" /></a>

The Never Ending Closet Fashion Show

Hello Loves ! As most of you know when I went to the New York Comic Con I attended a Fashion Show, It was actually part of the Anime Festiv...