Shanequa B. posted an article on Fashion Pad - Feb 9, 2012, 10:04 pm
Greetings, I  wanted to share some exciting news- Judith Ripka is offering the chance to win a $50,000 gift card starting today and running until April 3rd.  Also, everyone who enters will automatically receive a $100 Judith Ripka gift card. How freakin awesome is that??? You may recognize her ...
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Shanequa B. posted an article on Fashion Pad - Feb 9, 2012, 6:07 am
Greetings Fashionistas, Happy Friday!!! Again, I'm only too happy to see the weekend. I have quite a few events to attend so no chilling at the house for me. But its cool as long as I can use only about 2% of my brain I'll be happy, lol. But first up on my agenda is actually going to see a movie. Do...
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Shanequa B. posted an article on Fashion Pad - Feb 9, 2012, 5:46 am
Greetings Fashion Divas, I guess it's pretty obvious that I've suddenly become enamored with pleats. They're my "of the moment" go to item. I think soft pleats are supremely flattering. In addition, if you're a curvy diva like moi, I  would recommend gravitating towards pleated skirts/dresses in fl...
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Shanequa B. posted an article on Fashion Pad - Feb 8, 2012, 5:32 am
Greetings Fashion Friends, Happy Hump Day!!!! I'm sorry but you guys are going to read that cheesy statement every Wednesday until my workload gets back to a "semi-manageable by one person" load. The fact that we're half-way through the week, and I'm rejoicing, is so absolutely sad AND unappreciati...
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Shanequa B. posted an article on Fashion Pad - Feb 7, 2012, 5:35 am
Greetings Fashion Mavens, I have a reader request to share with you all from my girl Ebony: One of my best friends is getting married soon and for her special pre-celebration we are having a full day of activities.  Its on a Saturday and includes a daytime lingerie shower.  Then we are carpooling...
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Shanequa B. posted an article on Fashion Pad - Feb 6, 2012, 6:09 am
Greetings Fashion Pad Readers, Happy Monday! How was your weekend? I hope it was good. I spent some time with my fabulous uncle who had to have emergency surgery. He had surgery last Thursday, was up walking on Saturday, and went home in time for the Superbowl. God is so good!!! And, our team won! G...
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Shanequa B. posted an article on Fashion Pad - Feb 5, 2012, 4:50 pm
Contest - Nothing But Sexy by fashionpad featuring leather clutch handbags Brian Lichtenberg backless cocktail dress €498 - jades24.com Christian Louboutin platform heels £635 - net-a-porter.com Jason Wu leather clutch handbag $1,475 - net-a-porter.com Diamond snake ring jewelry.1stdibs.com J...
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Shanequa B. posted an article on Fashion Pad - Feb 3, 2012, 5:33 am
Greetings Fashionistas, HAPPY FRIDAY!!!! I'm doing the stanky leg, the cabbage patch, and the dougie....ALL at the same time, LOL. Ya'll just don't know....or maybe you do. But I know that I'm thanking God for dousing me in grace because I had a really busy week and it was a tad mentally exhausting....
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Shanequa B. posted an article on Fashion Pad - Feb 2, 2012, 5:49 am
Greetings Fashion Divas, This will be an uber quick post today because I have soooo much to get done today its ridic! I wish I could take a mini vacay some time this month but apparently that's not going to be happening :-( I will definitely plan an escape for March.....and then again for April.Do y...
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Shanequa B. posted an article on Fashion Pad - Feb 1, 2012, 5:53 am
Greetings Fashion Friends, You know, I'm definitely grateful for my career, but there are times when I'm like....whew, my brain needs some down time!This week is hectic and my boss told me today it's probably not going to slow down with new process changes for awhile. Okay, it's job security for sur...
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Shanequa B. posted an article on Fashion Pad - Jan 27, 2012, 6:04 am
Greetings Fashionistas, Happy Friday!!! Yeeeyyyy.....*insert happy dance here*. It has been a hectic week to say the least. However, it has also been a super productive week as well. Two projects I'm working on are out of my court. I'll have to revisit them later but at least I get an extended break...
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Shanequa B. posted an article on Fashion Pad - Jan 26, 2012, 6:00 am
Greetings Fashion Divas, I am going to attempt to share some photos with you all from my trip to the circus with my peeps. I apologize for the horrible quality. The flash was off on my camera, but I thought my Photoshop program could work miracles.....ummm, yea, everything has limitations. Please ju...
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Shanequa B. posted an article on Fashion Pad - Jan 25, 2012, 6:00 am
Greetings Fashion Friends, Whew its Hump Day and I couldn't be happier! We have a lot of projects going on at work and I'm so ready for them to be over. Anyhew, quick outfit post today folks. Nothing really exciting to share. I am just showcasing my new jacket (purchased during the holiday season la...
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Shanequa B. posted an article on Fashion Pad - Jan 24, 2012, 5:01 am
Greetings Fashion Mavens, Foremost, let me assure you that I did NOT spend any money on fashion this month! I am still on my spending hiatus. However, I forgot to let you all that I received my newest wardrobe addition a couple weeks ago........ these fabulous pumps you see below :-) These heels wer...
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Shanequa B. posted an article on Fashion Pad - Jan 23, 2012, 5:19 am
Greetings Fashion Pad Readers, Welcome back from the weekend good people! I ended up spending the weekend with family in my hometown. Needless to say, I had a good time. We actually had a family yard sale and a reunion meeting on Saturday. I also had a chance to catch up on some work so I am proud t...
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Shanequa B. posted an article on Fashion Pad - Jan 20, 2012, 5:42 am
Greetings Fashionistas, Happy Friday!!! You know what, I love you guys so much!!! Thanks for the fabulous advice and expressions of concern regarding my stress filled life. Please know that I am taking this situation seriously. I am reorganizing my life and allowing for more rest without dropping th...
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Shanequa B. posted an article on Fashion Pad - Jan 19, 2012, 5:39 am
Greetings Fashion Divas, I experienced a serious case of blogger's block last evening. I could not...and still can not think of an exciting topic for a post. I have another reader request but I am still looking for the item I am to locate for her. Sooooo.....I'll share the fact that my shopping "wis...
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Shanequa B. posted an article on Fashion Pad - Dec 15, 2011, 6:15 am
... my torso to like 5 inches long!!! There is absolutely NO illusion of height with these bad boys....SMH. Earrings - Street vendorNecklace - taken from grandma's jewelry boxCardigan and Tank - Urban OutfittersDenim Pants - Forever 21Handbag - Cole HaanWedge heels - Aldo What do you guys think...
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Shanequa B. posted an article on Fashion Pad - Dec 14, 2011, 8:19 am
... but I'm determined to check every single line item off by Friday! I don't know about you, but when I ... same color. See below for an example. Denim on Denim by fashionpad featuring a biker jacket Helmut Lang vest, £90 ... , $1,435 Silver ring, $20 Spike hoop earrings, $24 Ann Demeulemees...
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Shanequa B. posted an article on Fashion Pad - Dec 13, 2011, 5:52 am
... this again in a printed sheath dress. SMH! I went with the "young professional" style for this outfit. The only non-conservative element ... them up. It's the only pair I've bought from Forever 21 that has lasted this long.....going on 4 years!!! ... is subtle but makes a simple sheath ...
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Shanequa B. posted an article on Fashion Pad - Dec 12, 2011, 7:24 am
... shoot took less than 2 minutes because we couldn't see with the wind blowing our hair in our faces. I don't know how my niece got any pics. On second thought, that little woman probably just aimed and clicked. LOL! Necklace - VintageTop - Lola's Boutique (Las Vegas)Tank - Urban OutfittersRing...
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Shanequa B. posted an article on Fashion Pad - Dec 9, 2011, 5:20 am
Greetings Fashionistas, It's Friiiiiidddday!!!!!! What a good, productive, and challenging week it has been for me. LOVE IT! I checked my schedule and realized I have to work the next two Saturdays so it looks like I'll have to do the rest of my shopping online....or at night (clearly this was an ...
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Shanequa B. posted an article on Fashion Pad - Dec 8, 2011, 5:25 am
Greetings Fashion Divas, I have a really exciting sale event to share with my NY readers! So jelly! DANA-MAXX EXCLUSIVE HOLIDAY SALE UP TO 80% OFF RETAIL! Dana- Maxx is excited to join forces with handbag company Sienna Ray & Co. and professional artist Sonia O’Mara to host a holiday sale not t...
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Shanequa B. posted an article on Fashion Pad - Dec 7, 2011, 8:06 am
Greetings Fashion Friends, I am so uber excited to introduce you all to my new wardrobe addition. Yes, you heard me, I have 99 problems but my style ain't one...hit me! Say hello to my little friend *in my best Colombian gangsta voice*. I couldn't wait to share this heel with my fellow fashionistas...
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Shanequa B. posted an article on Fashion Pad - Dec 6, 2011, 5:55 am
Greetings Fashion Mavens, I had dinner with my business partners a few weeks ago and I decided to wear the leopard print pants I told you guys about here that I scooped up from Urban Outfitters for a mere $9.99!!!  Honestly, they don't fit like a skinny pair of jeans should fit. I have too much...
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Shanequa B. posted an article on Fashion Pad - Dec 5, 2011, 6:04 am
Greetings Fashion Pad Readers, Welcome back from the weekend!!! I know this seems odd to state...but I'm so absolutely happy to be back at work this week. Man I have been spending money like there's no tomorrow. Normally, I shop a little more during the holiday season just by virtue of the spirit of...
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Shanequa B. posted an article on Fashion Pad - Dec 2, 2011, 6:20 am
Greetings Fashionistas, TGIF!!!! This has actually been a really good work week. I got a lot of things accomplished but I didn't even feel stressed. Now THAT works well for me. Gotta do it more often, lol. I abhor going into the weekend feeling fatigued.....it's hard to enjoy yourself when you're f...
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Shanequa B. posted an article on Fashion Pad - Nov 2, 2011, 6:10 am
Greetings Fashion Friends, OMG!!! I've reached 200 followers and I'm soooo honored that you all thought it not robbery to peruse my little slice of heaven ;-) Can you believe that for 3 YEARS I lived in my own little blogger's world just seemingly posting fashion stuff for myself. Although I enjoy d...
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Shanequa B. posted an article on Fashion Pad - Nov 1, 2011, 10:22 am
... with different shades of one color as shown with the blazer and dress above.   Styling for a Baby Shower - Part V by fashionpad featuring platform sandals Melissa Odabash silk caftan, $441 Elie Saab platform sandals, $636 Rebecca minkoff handbag, $395 LK Designs bohemian jewelry, €109 Who ...
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Shanequa B. posted an article on Fashion Pad - Nov 1, 2011, 6:02 am
Greetings Fashion Mavens, Sooooo my Halloween was a bust :-( Actually, lemme stop with the sad face. I didn't mind not going at all. For one, my Halloween costume was last minute and not what I really wanted to wear anyway. Also, I had a ton of work to do for the job and I had to get focused. Oh wel...
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Shanequa B. posted an article on Fashion Pad - Oct 31, 2011, 6:22 am
Greetings Fashion Pad Readers, Happy Halloween (in my best Nightmare on Elm Street voice)! Did you guys take in any parties this past weekend? Or are you headed out tonight? I actually don't know what I'm doing. I made up my mind about my costume at the last minute and then I couldn't find a ski...
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Shanequa B. posted an article on Fashion Pad - Oct 28, 2011, 6:02 am
Greetings Fashionistas, Happy Friday good people!!! Any special plans? I will be meeting up with the homies to go downtown for some Halloween festivities tomorrow night. At least that's the preliminary plan. We're not sure if there will be more going on tomorrow night.....or Monday night. But I can'...
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Shanequa B. posted an article on Fashion Pad - Oct 27, 2011, 7:32 am
Greetings Fashion Divas, Here's a quick post of one of my outfits from this past weekend. And continuing in the spirit of wedge love......I wore my new Sam Edelman wedges for the first time while out visiting family. I'm so loving wedge heels these days. They make me feel 10 ft tall without that who...
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Shanequa B. posted an article on Fashion Pad - Oct 26, 2011, 7:02 am
Greetings Fashion Friends, So every now and again I get a little catty and feature a questionable look worn by a celebrity that I want to discuss. I'm not a hater by any means, but I am a serious fashion lover so if something appears to be a little off......I notice. Case in point; I spotted the bel...
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Shanequa B. posted an article on Fashion Pad - Oct 25, 2011, 5:25 am
Greetings Fashion Mavens, Sooooo, I bought two additional wedges this past week. The pair I'm sharing today, I purchased while out of town visiting family. I was supposed to be "just looking". I don't know why I waste my breath saying that crap. Because you know, and I know, my eyes are always bigg...
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Shanequa B. posted an article on Fashion Pad - Oct 24, 2011, 6:06 am
Greetings Fashion Pad Readers, How was your weekend? No complaints from me....I worked, made some good money (thank you Jesus), and I visited family. About a week ago, the homies and I meet up for a business meeting at this fab, contemporary sushi lounge downtown. It was soooo good!!! But I'm super ...
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Shanequa B. posted an article on Fashion Pad - Oct 21, 2011, 6:05 am
Greetings Fashionistas, Oh geesh it's Friday already! I know I'm usually ecstatic, but I fell behind on some things I had to get done during the week and good lawd...I have a really full day today.....and night :-( But I know I'll get it done. I have no choice, lol. Soooo...moving on to a reader r...
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Shanequa B. posted an article on Fashion Pad - Oct 20, 2011, 5:48 am
Greetings Fashion Divas, Yesterday I received a package in the mail for my long awaited envelope clutch. If you recall, this style was a part of my fall wish list. When I opened the package, I was like "Geesh, this thing is HUGE"....but I guess it doesn't really matter since I wore it out to dinner ...
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Shanequa B. posted an article on Fashion Pad - Oct 19, 2011, 6:15 am
... Day to Night - Striped Tee: Part I by fashionpad featuring scoop neck tops DAY Birger et Mikkelsen scoop neck top, $90 Genetic Denim flared jeans, $192 Wet Seal flat heels, $8.99 A N A crossbody handbag, $25 Iosselliani gold plated jewelry, $409 For an afternoon of running errands, I can reall...
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Shanequa B. posted an article on Fashion Pad - Oct 18, 2011, 5:44 am
Greetings Fashion Mavens, We've had some cooler temps dragging in down here so I was so excited to gravitate towards one of fall's popular color hues......berry! Berry, chocolate, and tan is a yummy combo.....sorry, but I immediately think about Neopolitan ice cream! Haaa! It's the chubby diva ins...
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Shanequa B. posted an article on Fashion Pad - Oct 17, 2011, 6:08 am
Greetings Fashion Pad Readers, Foremost, let me give a shout out to my new followers! Heeeyyyyy good people *waving*. Thanks for adding me to your reading list ;-) Now, how was every one's weekend? Mine was fab! Nothing special to report or anything, but I got a lot of rest on Saturday. Breakfast AN...
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Shanequa B. posted an article on Fashion Pad - Oct 14, 2011, 6:18 am
Greetings Fashionistas, I have a reader request to share with you all from Kristi: Can you help me find a pair of white suede booties for winter? Okay Kristi. This has been the most difficult reader request I've ever had......and I've had tons! White suede is not a preferred material to work with f...
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Shanequa B. posted an article on Fashion Pad - Oct 13, 2011, 6:11 am
Greetings Fashion Divas, On this past Saturday I did a little tailgating at my Alma Mater's Homecoming game. I LOVE the homecoming spirit, atmosphere, food and fun activities. But most importantly, I can't wait to hit up the street vendors. Now I tell you, I saw more knock-off bags and sunglasses th...
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Shanequa B. posted an article on Fashion Pad - Oct 12, 2011, 7:38 am
Greetings Fashion Friends, I was browsing the net last night and ran up on these gorgeous patent leather caged heels by Givenchy. I'm so in love right now! Let's pause for the sheer beauty of these babies....... How freakin AMAZING are these??? I did some more searching and of course I found two of ...
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Shanequa B. posted an article on Fashion Pad - Oct 12, 2011, 7:15 am
Greetings Fashion Friends, I ran across this pic of Keri Hilson and.....well, I don't know if it's just me, but doe she seem like she has yet to find what "style" works for her? She's all over the place! Case in point. Why put together the green glasses paired with the yellow patterned leggings and ...
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Shanequa B. posted an article on Fashion Pad - Oct 11, 2011, 6:01 am
Greetings Fashion Mavens, Yesterday, I had a big presentation at work. However, instead of pulling out a suit, I decided to go business chic with a top and skirt combo befitting for the lecture hall and for making a fashionable statement ;-) Of course both items worn were peaking out from underneat...
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Shanequa B. posted an article on Fashion Pad - Oct 10, 2011, 8:19 am
Greetings Fashion Pad Readers, Welcome back from the weekend my friends. What did you all get into? Like I mentioned on Friday, I went up to visit my sister as well as participate (somewhat) in my Alma Mater's Homecoming festivities. Florida A&M University does it big....although we lost the game, t...
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Shanequa B. posted an article on Fashion Pad - Oct 7, 2011, 6:09 am
Greetings Fashionistas, Happy Friday good people!!! I'm gonna work half a day then head up to my Alma Mater, Florida A&M University, for Homecoming celebrations! Okay, I'm not actually going to any celebrations or even the game. However, I am intending to hit up some street vendors and get some new ...
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Shanequa B. posted an article on Fashion Pad - Oct 6, 2011, 5:43 am
Greetings, On Sunday, after church, I took my niece and nephews to Dave and Buster's. I also brought my mom and good friend along. My homeboy had already taken me so I knew they'd love it. I decided to go real casual with my attire and it was so weird because I haven't worn flip flops for a day ou...
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Shanequa B. posted an article on Fashion Pad - Oct 5, 2011, 6:11 am
Greetings Fashion Friends, I'm soooo happy it's hump day Wednesday. It's been a whirlwind of a week and well....I don't foresee it slowing down any time soon. So this post is going to be short and sweet. See my pics below :-) Well, I was a sexy, covered up, church diva on Sunday. At least that's wha...
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