Blogging.....again

Hello all!

So I am trying to discipline myself to blog…..again. I know most people that read this will probably say “ok Jazz, now you said this last year….you had so much to write about too…will you really keep up with it this time?”

The answer to that… I will try my best! (It’s better than nothing)

So here is a recap my life for all of you who actually read my blog... (If there is anyone who reads my blog):

• I interned with Dallas Designing Dreams during my senior year at high school in which I designed, crafted, and sold leather accessories *click here to see my finished projects*
• Got Accepted to Howard University
• Graduated High school (summer was not noteworthy)
• Moved DC; where I currently reside as a student.
• Caught a dry spell, design wise
• Met a gang of awesome, crazy –cool kids who I am glad to call my friends.
• Regained my love for poetry
• Recovered from my dry spell
• Got an idea for perfume (will execute eventually but not now. I’m still experimenting)
• Was introduced to a horde of new music artist, and YouTube comedians
• Caught another dry spell
• Joined Howard University Fashion Council and the Black Retail Action Group
• Went “Bill Nye” on my hair, trying out new styles and making it up as I go along
• Became a “professional entourage” for my best friend‒who will be doing big things in the next few years
• Attended a few panels focused on the entertainment industry *shout out to EPP*
• Learned that I should start writing even if I don’t want to be a journalist. getting exposure from the entertainment/fashion industry in any form can help me in the long run (plus it will help my writing get better because… well let’s be honest, I suck at writing)
• Recovered from another dry spell
• Attended the GRAMMY Viewing Party, sponsored by Grammy U and met some fantastic people (who were very well dressed I might add.)

The Grammy party was too great and made me start thinking very hard about what I want to do in my future career. Unfortunately my skittish brain won’t allow me to focus on just one form of entertainment. I have entirely too much creative energy for that. So these next few years will consist of me doing what I do best: dabbling in multiple forms of art, getting distracted, then creating masterpieces. (And, of course, working on this blog; really this time.)

Man I wish science would hurry up and perfect cloning! There are too many things I have to do in one day and I don't think I can do it all by my self. I need at least two of me!

Just imageine; my clone would handle all my school work, set up my appointments, do all the things you see on TV when you hear someone talking about having a clone, while I focus on my designs and this blog. I would make life a whole lot easier.

My clone would also be my mannequin, so I could make my own close and not worring about how they would fit on me once I finnished.

We would be a hit at parties. And wouldn't we just look great together?

Fresh Start

It’s the start of another “new” school year- meaning another year of “fresh starts” and wanting new things for the school year we either don’t need or already have; But that’s why fashion is the best, right? Right!

So the thing that makes this year different for me than years previous is that I am a senior. Yes a credited sophisticated senior finally coming up in the world and now 1 step closer to pursuing my dreams & goals.

However, the one thing that never changes is every year back to school shopping is always extremely annoying. I can never find what I’m looking for, sizes are normally too big, too small (which is something of an eyebrow-raiser) or entirely too pricey for no reason what so ever. So this year, I’ve decided to do something different with my life, and my wardrobe. This year I will be sporting many of my own creations- from reconstructed clothing to handmade pieces which are one-of- a-kind and exclusively mine ;) From head to toe at least one piece from my outfit will crafted by me.

Enjoy darlings!!!!!!

Prints Prints Prints!

Lately I've been having prints on the brain. But not just any prints; that old Victorian fabric that is used on couches and curtains.

I have also been obsessing over lace fabric! Uh huh! My newest designs involve both of these fabrics.
Can't wait to see 'em?
As soon as I find this fabric and bring my designs to life, I will début my creations.
Till then,

Ta!

On Sunday I got an e-mail from Doe Deere personally!!!!!

I was so excited because she got back to me so quickly and she gave me some good advice for my blog.

She has been my inspiration for fashion, blogging, and just getting out there and trying new things. Her bright and colorful "fantasy" fashion sense, her attitude toward trying things that are new and out of the ordinary and her very secure sense of self made me reflect on my personal style, and what I think about other people's opinions. I realized that if I want to be a designer I cant let my vision take a back seat to the ideas of others; and that's pretty much what The Illegal Midget is about. It is about showing people my idea of fashion.

Now, I have even more optimism for this blog more than I ever!
THANKS DOE!!!!!

Bored Cont.

So I'm browsing fashionising.com and what do I see? Inspiration!!!!!

This dress here.....

Looks like a dress I designed just yesterday! From the fit, all the way down to the shape and style of the skirt. I would show you the sketch but I don't want people taking my stuff. It's simply beautiful *sniff* :'-)

jumper is soooooooooo cute! I love it. And I like the color; it's sweet

I kanda like this dress then again I kinda don't.

Concept: Great

Execution: .......mmmyaaaaaaa ummmaaaaah I'm half-and-half on that.

This outfit is.....different.....and I like it! LOVE the shoes; and the make-up.....FIERCE!!!!!

This dress is so adorable (but I wish the model had put on a better face. She looks mad). I bought some fabric just like it a while back. I have yet to make a dress out of it though.

This is something I could see Angelina Joulie wearing. It's femm with just a touch of edge.

THIS IS SOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO FREAKIN HAUT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I can't even explain how excited I am right now I love this dress! I would wear this dress! I WANT this dress! OMG I WANT THIS DRESS!!!!! My new favorite designer is Julien Macdonald.

OMG There are too many to show you so if you want to see the rest of these wonderful creations click here

Ooh I'm glad about...

Have you ever really taken the time to think about what you're glad about in this world? (I mean REALLY taken the time to think about it) Well here are some things I am glad about in this world.....

God

Love

Music

color

EXTREMELY big headphones

CHOCOLATE!!!!!

super-hero sisters (especially these 3)

cupcakes (yum!)

More to come soon..... Ta-ta!