Birthday Special X 21 X Personal

I never plan my birthday celebrations. I don't even remember the last time I had a party, usually it's dinner and an outing somewhere. If I'm lucky I try something new and always buy something new or thrifted. This past year has taught me how precious life really is and how fast time flies. Fortunately I was able to take off from work, relax and plan a couple of events.

Leaving the spa feeling refreshed (the red purse was not apart of the outfit lol)

New Music Video X Blurred Lines

I came across this video and loved the concept. It didn't hurt that Pharrell was in it..at all. I adored the video, fashion, energy, props, even Kodak use of the striking brown skinned model throughout but the actual song seemed to drag on at one point. Needless to say I'll be hooked and repeating the lyrics in a matter of days!

Fashion Show Coverage X Rafael Cox

My snapshot front row seconds before the first strut.

Spikes X Prints X Color

If you have ever seen one of my favorite fashion competition shows, Project Runway, you may of heard of Rafael Cox. An ATLien and season 9 contestant whose only let the shows experience catapult him as one of Atlanta's go to designers. I was privileged to premiere my custom/handmade jewelry line Nik_Gold Designs * at BE Magazine's No Wire Hangers Fashion show late last year along side Rafael's clothing line which was premiering his new season's selections. Rafael always comes with refreshing, statement numbers and even bolder color schemes and silhouettes  I attended the event front row along side BE Magazine, Atlanta socialites, stylist, models and even some reality show stars. Great networking and lots of cameras and lots of smoke! Check out some photos of the event filled night below!

Jason of BE Magazine (@BEmagazine), I and Dane Social (@DaneSocial)

Captured one of Rafael Cox's looks.

                                                @MsEricaDixon and I

Cozy Polka Chic

Cozy Polka Chic by nikgold featuring cross bracelets

Glamorous crop tee
$27 - awear.com

H m
$47 - hm.com

Giuseppe Zanotti high heels
$975 - colette.fr

Kate spade
katespade.com

Roberto Cavalli zebra ring
lindelepalais.com

Cross bracelet
$22 - batoko.com

ASOS spike earrings
asos.com

River Island steel jewelry
$13 - riverisland.com

MAC Cosmetics lip makeup
nordstrom.com

Painting the town red with to-die for Giuseppe chain shoes, a Kate Spade royal blue envelope clutch and magnificent Banana Republic suede collared coat. This ensemble is only perfected by adding black and gold accessories to compliment the black leather skirt and a emerald ring for a subtle pop of rich flavoring. Be stylish and live gold!

New Nik_Gold Designs 2013

Create.

Build.

Grow.

Watching my company grow last year has taught me more for this year to expand on.

Selling my first batch of handmade jewelry, customizing men's accessories was a new experience and more  celebrity photo shoots and features.

Never content there is only much more in store, #ShopGold #LiveGold.

Featured below: Envy Me Snakeskin Pelpum Adjustable Belt

Email: NikGoldDesigns@gmail.com for inquiries!

Beyonce Covers GQ X Rihanna's 7 cover Complex Magazine

Dominating magazine covers this year are music's finest ladies. Beyonce covers GQ flawlessy!

One year after Blue Ivy's birth and she's back taking over the cameras and snagging more company deals to expand the brand of Beyonce. It is definitely Beyonce take over, soda cans, H&M, football million dollar half time shows. Also look out for Beyonce in Vogue's March issue!

For now check out her spread below with GQ!

Rihanna has ever evolving style
hit records
a flowing bank roll
apparently the toughest Rihanna Navy fan base
and everyone's attention on her personal life and let's not forget her rolling controversial Instagram.

She takes over Complex magazine with 7 covers for her seven albums, 777 tour and apparently 7 is her lucky number.

Check out her interview with Complex HERE and view more photos below!

A$AP Rocky ft Drake, 2 Chainz & Kendrick Lamar X Bruno Mars X Vee Avi

It never hurts to be diverse.

Especially when it comes to music.

Not only are you exposing yourself and experiencing life in many different lights but exponentially growing yourself in every way possible, and why would you want to limit your own potential?

When it comes to music growing up in New York I have always been inspired to experience different sounds of music.

From Hip hop to pop/rock, electric to eclectic, acoustic, reggae/soca,  jazz and classical, my ears always loved the range and soul that music could express. Every sound has a story and way to tell it.

Below are three videos for 3 genres of today's music I vibe with and liked the videos' to. Enjoy!

More Than A Resolution!

2012 has been some year. Words cannot even explain it. I have grown and watched the world change rapidly around me. As long as I have been alive I have the same two qualities I'd love to hate, actually I'm pretty sure I hate both. That's why I'm making a change, more than a resolution but a positive change for the betterment of my life.

Between situations changing rapidly and more and more people I know just leaving Earth without notice I know how precious this life we have is. Honestly, the present is a present and people take it for granted *raises hand* I do too.

Between procrastinating and the depressing feeling of contentment and over thinking or stressing over the  BS life throws your way from time to time, one of the quicksand potholes will have you preaching "Tomorrow is a new day" instead of "Just do it" or "Now is the time!"

I realized this life is a blank canvas, every second and experience we have paints our canvas and makes it dense with intensity, lessons and the true stains of life. I'm ready for the journey and truly tired of being tired. Sleep is the cousin of death and procrastination is the devil whispering in your ear. 

Learn and live _GOLD.

BE Magazine Holiday Special X Nik_Gold Journalist

            
         I love to write for BE magazine! I've been writing essays and stories since I could remember and have been a published journalist since high school. Combining my love for all things fashion and my passion for journalism I am still thanking God for  more experience and the opportunity to write a interview article on Mimi Faust. 

          The Love and Hip Hop Atlanta cast member I also accessorized in Nik_Gold Accessories for the @BEmagazine benefit fashion show this past November (Read that post HERE). Meeting her and talking to her gave me insight on the down to earth and entrepreneur she really is, while forming an article on her recent success and appeal to her fans was a pleasure and true motivation. I love networking and meeting different people with strong goals and morals.

         To check out more of my article and purchase a copy of BE's Holiday magazine featuring Tichina Arnold on the cover CLICK HERE! It is available in digital and print!

Merry Christmas X Dimitri McDowell Holiday EP

Just in time for the holiday season my friend and budding artist Dimitri McDowell has made a holiday EP entitled "December Lights" you can listen and download it HERE!

Merry Christmas!

It has been another prosperous and growing year. I am personally thankful and appreciative for every blessing and experience in my life. Usually I don't play Christmas music but taking the time out and enjoying the precious time around you is vital.

So take a break, play a holiday song while sipping your holiday drink and be merry, because you deserve it!