MY INTERVIEW WITH COSHIO.COM

A couple of months ago I had an interview with COSHIO.COM , and it is now being featured on their site. If you are interested in all things fashion,  my life, and remaining authentic, please check it out!

To read the full interview please click below:

COSHIO FULL INTERVIEW

xo,
Maya

TFTV: WHAT IS FASHION?

Please check out the first TALKFASHION chat with me. I discuss what fashion is for me, where I find inspiration and how I style by mood. Let me know what you think.



Next weeks episode will be "What's in My Bag?".



Take care and please SUBSCRIBE.



xo,

Maya

SURPRISE!! TALK FASHION IS NOW ON YOUTUBE!

SURPRISE!

TALK FASHION is now on YouTube as TALKFASHION TV !!! The first video is now live and I would love to hear your feedback and opinions.  Lets start a fashion dialogue, and express what it is we think, feel, and love about all things fashion! 

Videos will be based on fashion that explores artistic expression of mind, body, and soul. 

It's time we stop  the trend of wanting to be fashion clones, and start thinking like individuals. 

Just like the fingerprints on your hand, and the DNA in your blood, never forget you are one of a kind. 

Please subscribe to  TALKFASHION TV 

xo,

Maya

Glasses Shop Review: Snow White?

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One of my favorite fairytales as a child was Snow White. Out of all the princesses, I identified with her most, because she had the blackest hair in the land, and skin as white as snow. 

Although, I may not have the blackest hair in the land, no skin like snow, these burgundy eyeglasses instantly made me feel like my inner Snow White was born. 

I know it may sound like I am trying to pitch you a line by saying I feel more beautiful in these lenses, but honestly, I am over joyed at how it makes my skin look so much brighter, and my lips a deeper red.  

I also loved pairing these glasses with a full, formal ball gown and feeling like an unconventional princess. 

Beatrice Wayfarer - Burgundy

Beatrice Wayfarer Burgundy  
 I was attracted to this pair for its color, shape, and accents of gold. Although, I would most likely put off wearing this color until Autumn/Winter, I know when the colder seasons roll by, they will be a versatile accessory choice.

Quality Check?

Quality is parallel to price point, and therefore not a luxury product.The biggest disappointment was found in the cases sent with each pair. Your glasses will arrive in a clear plastic container similar to a pencil case,with a bright green cleaning cloth. I would recommend swapping the plastic case with a hard case, to avoid crushing them. 

Overall, they are a fun brand to mix and match your style with but not a lifetime investment.
Would I personally purchase a pair of my own? I never say never, but most likely not. 

Glasses frames 

Cheap Glasses

Prescription Sunglasses

Glasses Shop has offered my readers a special 50% off 

coupon code GSHOT50. However, you can also get your first pair for free by putting the code FIRSTFREE .  If you are interested in reading and seeing photos of another pair of glasses sent to me by Glasses Shop, check out

  Rosy Glasses for Spring.

xo,

Maya

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Glasses Shop Review: Rosy Glasses for Spring?

Spring is here! 

Flowers are blooming, birds are chirping, and the gentle shift of this beautiful season, is undeniable. Marked by vibrant colors, airy textures, and melodious harmonies, we cannot help but enjoy the bursting energies of Spring fashion.

Recently, I was approached by Glasses Shop, and asked to review their eyewear. I felt it was the perfect time to find a pair of new lenses that suited my Spring wardrobe! 

CORNELIA ROUND PINK 

                            

                                     

Glasses Frames
Cheap Glasses
Prescription Sunglasses

Cornelia Round Pink was instantly one of my favorites. My Spring wardrobe is filled with a variety of pink hues, and I knew this particular pair would fit right in. The clear frames reflect light and instantly illuminate my face. The vibe, is cool, sweet, and effortless. It is definitely a mood changer and a perfect edition to any Spring Collection. 

Glasses Shop has gifted my readers with a special 50% off coupon code GSHOT50 for eyeglasses and sunglasses. (excludes sale items) You can also receive your first pair free using coupon code FIRSTFREE 

Quality Check?

Quality is parallel to price point, and therefore not a luxury product.The biggest disappointment was found in the cases sent with each pair. Your glasses will arrive in a clear plastic container similar to a pencil case,with a bright green cleaning cloth. I would recommend swapping the plastic case with a hard case, to avoid crushing them. 

Overall, they are a fun brand to mix and match your style with but not a lifetime investment.
Would I personally purchase a pair of my own? I never say never, but most likely not. 

To read about another pair of Glasses Shop eyewear click here: Snow White and Eyeglasses?

xo,

Maya

What is Re-FASHION?

In the spirit of Earth Day, lets discuss 'Re-Fashion".

Re-Fashion is the act of connecting your fashion style to coexist with your surroundings. Making clothing choices that are not only sustainable but empathetic and aware of the power you hold.What you choose to wear is not a static choice, but a small part in a series of domino effects that change the course of our future.

The Golden 3:
Reduce, Re-use, Recyle

Reduce what you buy. Please do not misunderstand this word for reduce what you have in your closet. Much too often, people get rid of their clothes as soon as they buy them. Creating this careless attitude of buying more, paying less, and creating more human waste. Change your shopping habits and invest in key pieces that are made of good quality. Collect items invisioning a lifetime. They should be able to grow and evolve with you.

Re-use and be inspired. Learn to appreciate the value of quality items that can be re-used. Whether it be swapping clothes with friends, rummaging through your grandma's closet, or shopping at a local thrift or vintage shops. Explore the creativity attached to timeless pieces.


Recycle. Lets get creative. Oh yes, DIY should always be the last step injected before tossing any fashion piece into the trash. Take your lifeless garment and REVIVE it back for a second life.
For example, one of my favorite cashmere sweater had several holes near the bottom. Did I throw it away? Not at all, I cut the parts with a hole, and turned it into a fantastic crop top sweater!

Read about it here:DIY: Old Sweater Make-Over

xo,
Maya

The Heart of Fashion: Fashion Revolution Week

It is so easy to be swept up by the glamour and allure of fashion, but from my heart to yours, lets take a moment to think about the cause and effect of all our fashion choices. Whether it be reckless shopping habits, or demand for lower prices, what effects do our choices create? 

"Buy less, choose well, make it last." -Vivienne Westwood

On April 24, 2013, the Rana Plaza complex collapsed in Dhaka, Bangladesh, killing 1,134 people and injured over 2,500. Considered as the deadliest garment factory accident in history, it was reported that building owners ignored structural warnings and forced workers to return to work. 

  Fashion Revolution Week was born as an awareness on the backstory of fashion.  Fashion can and should be made ethically, but this is directly linked to the behaviors of the consumer. 

The safety, well being, proper pay and health standards of all workers are also accessories we wear. The deaths and negligence caused by the  brands we support, is blood on our sleeves, if we choose to ignore it.

"Clothes aren't going to change the world.The women who wear them will." -Anne Klein

Fashion Revolutions Week is based on the idea of bringing people from all over the world together, to ask one single question. 

#WHOMADEMYCLOTHES

Join the Revolution by snapping a photo of a label on one of your clothes and ask the brand #whomademyclothes and post it via instagram, Facebook, or twitter. Show them people do care.  

Be curious. Be responsible and take responsibility for the choices you make. The power starts with YOU asking the right questions. 

Xo,

Maya