The Blog in Fairyland

8.8.13

28.7.13

NGD X F/W Preview X Royal Slideshow

Heading into the fall with my fall/winter collection I have decided to preview and shoot with some custom pieces in the mean time. With my sewing skills growing I get to work with many different materials and enjoyed roaming the isles of MOOD when I was in NYC earlier this month. I can't believe how fast this summer went by!

Now it's back to business as I continue to expand my brand and grow my skills in making clothes, customizing pieces and of course hand making jewelry and accessories.

I can't wait to style my newest pieces in my photo shoot coming up and show you whats in store for Nik_Gold Designs!

#ShopGOLD #LiveGold

Enjoy my slideshow and visit my online boutique www.NikGoldDesigns.com

NGD new slide - slideshows

25.7.13

Music Videos X Feds Watching X Dirty Laundry X Im Out X Scream

Ever had that feeling the feds are watching?

My love, multitalented and ageless Pharrell collaborates on 2 Chainz new single "Feds Watchin" which elaborates on staying fresh while the feds are watching. I love the beginning and the message should be thought about... You are ALWAYS being watched, just saying. For right now enjoy the video which by the way, kudos to the style was smooth, the main female was strutting her life out and I love the recognition of darkskin beauties and girls with not the biggest behind you meet in the club. Beauty however is in the eye of the beholder. Watch and Enjoy!

This song took a while to grow on me but I love the truthful story Kelly tells and know that I think about it, I haven't seen her since the past year or so and she has been looking good from the inside out. *2 snaps* People have their own stories sometimes you have to sit back and listen to understand. Also the visuals were phenomenal and literally attaching me to her emotions. I love Kelly Rowland!

I love the visuals in this Nicki and Ciara duo, very Janet Jackson and Micheal Jackson. The song is okay... That Ciara wet scene was eh.

Throwback Thursdays, I had a dance number to this song in a recital back in Queens. oh the memories!!! (My thighs and abs are still burning from studio time 2 DAYS ago. -_-)

I like classics so if you don't know the video to compare it to, here you are!

3.7.13

NGD X 1 Yr Online Anniversary

Tomorrow 7/4/13* is the first year anniversary of my online boutique.

www.NikGoldDesigns.com

Nik_Gold Designs has been in business for almost 4 years and selling online has helped tremendously. Not only can you custom order but purchase one of a kind pieces online. The anniversary marks my growth and the potential to make this full time, the anniversary is just in time because most of my previous items are sold out. Accessorizing celebrities video and photo shoots, hosting fashion events and premiering my line at an annual BE Magazine fashion show has only fueled me to do more and bigger. There are levels to this but there are no limits for me.

Model Artrece wearing, "Spike Me Earrings", "Gold Wire Cuff" X "Pearled Out 4 Finger Ring"

#NIKGOLDDESIGNS premiere line viewing with @BEmagazine @MimiFaust

This year I've worked more with clothes, hand sewn and custom, I grew a deeper passion for making things from scratch just seeing a vision become reality, it's therapeutic. I have more eye catching handmade jewelry and accessories and I love making extraordinary pieces for guys as well. I will be releasing some special pieces for the rest of the summer and it feels wonderful to have the support system I have. Emails, meetings and phone calls "What's next?", or "Can you create...?" or "I need to shoot with your line" fuels me everyday. Nik_Gold Designs is more than a line but a lifestyle of royalty and self worth.

#ShopGOLD #LiveGOLD

Reflection X Time X Growth

Time passing is inevitable and as I was looking through my pictures the other day I realized how fast it flies. When I first moved to Atlanta I was the eclectic dressing, coffee drinking, dancing blogger from New York and quickly made friends with other newbies from New Orleans, Detroit and some from Atlanta. Over time people began to appreciate my style, sarcastic personality and creative outlets. The picture below was taken by D.Sincere Photography at Fearless Weirdos Boutique in Atlanta, Georgia, long before I started working there.

I was in the store for a fashion show and never imagined taking it as a platform to elevate me to where I wanted to be. After I left New York I wasn't sure what would happen then Atlanta became my playground to grow stronger, faster, smarter and use my uniqueness to make money, connections and build a brighter future. Wherever you are in life know that you are exactly where you need to be to get where you are going.

21.6.13

Miley Cyrus X Style X We Can't Stop

The Fifth Element of Miley Cyrus comes out with this deliciously mind blowing video to a song I grew to adore. Not only am I loving Miley Cyrus evolved style and grace but also her new sound, working with Pharell?? Yes mam. Check out her newest video "We Can't Stop". Rihan... I mean Miley Cyrus has blossomed I can't wait to see her in full bloom!

Miley's evolved style.

31.5.13

Natural Hair X Weave X Summer Vs Winter Styles

I love hair, changing up a look or updating an image. That's why I've learned how to transition my natural hair from summer to winter time. I've been natural for over a year (Honestly, it's been so long I just know it's been over a year could be two.) I love weave though, I don't care what anyone says, it is so easy to manage and helps my hair grow tremendously.

Unlike the lies people say is you stop getting a perm it is not guaranteed your hair will fall out. Mind you I trimmed my own hair because an afro looks weird with straight ends... The routine I've now grown accustom to is straight hair during the winter so my hair can rest and I can deep condition my hair in between hair styles, while during the summer I love my hair out, being free, driving with the top down and loving my curls. Mind you it is a tad bit of maintenance because I wet and braid/twist my hair go to sleep and let it out. Sometimes it gets frizzy in two seconds and sometimes I resort to a little secret technique *wink.

However, I have been using Miss Jessies, the new creamy crack and it defines my curl way more and gives it a brilliant shine, smell and bounce. I can easily go from jumping in a pool, shower to sleep, wake up and not look like a wet dog.

What do you do to maintain your summer/winter hairstyles?

Comment below =)

Summer me

Winter me

21.5.13

Live in 3D X NGD Host X Fashion X Art X Music

Big things are in the works! I was asked to co-host a spectacular event here in Atlanta with fellow established stylists and artists to throw one of the biggest networking events here in Atlanta. It's a wonderful opportunity and this amazing soiree is only the kickoff!

Event Details:

The Social Circle | Art Nouveau Magazine | XII Disciples | Savvy Society | Society X

Presents

Live In 3D

The Ultimate Networking Soiree Kick Off Experience

Calling all Fashion Heads, Entrepreuner, Moguls, Socials and everything in between we invite you to meet the young noise makers of Atlanta. This event is designed with YOU in mind. Expose yourself and or brand by being apart of the New Atlanta Movement.

Meet Our Host Committee

@AskiaAbdull (Fashionisto) @HeHimCarter (Creative Director) @Nik_Gold (Designer/Blogger)

@TheMikeO (LifestyleSpecialist) @DarciDaye (Singer) @HeyItsJSelf (Photographer) @DjJayMarz (DJ)

FREE ADMISSION ALL NIGHT & DRINK SPECIALS

10pm-2am

327 Edgewood Ave. Atlanta. GA 30312

THE MUSIC ROOM

**Former feature artist on my blog @DimitriMcDowell will also be performing**

Free All Night X Drink Specials! RSVP: Live in 3D!!!

This is my first event I will be hosting and I'm sure it will be tons of fun! There will be Nik_Gold Design sales for the royalty you desire as well as a special giveaway! See you there!

15.5.13

NGD X Summer X Custom Apparel and Jewelry

This summer is about to be...

Trials and tribulations fuel me to creatively express myself through my business #NikGoldDesigns. Coming up on a year of selling online my profits and experience helped me grow #LiveGold #ShopGold from a line to a brand, and a way of life. People can copy material from you, put you down and there will also be missed opportunities but no one can ever steal your creative mind, persistence and talent. This summer there is so much more in store and I get to work with clients I look up to.