"The Grandiose Empire" has Remarkable Rookie Year, Looks to Future for More Success

Polo Ralph Lauren. Gucci. Versace. Michael Kors. Greatest common factor? Over worn, unoriginal, and losing value as the days go by. Trends? No, these labels and many more are merely fads waiting to be replaced by the next look from the biggest celebrity of the time. Now say the Grandiose Empire. How'd that feel? Different? Sparked your imagination? Well, you just uttered one of the rising trends of 2013 that's going nowhere anytime soon. The "corporation-style" independent business broke ground in November of 2013 after careful planning and over a year's worth of hardwork. After speaking with the head trailblazer for the Grandiose Empire, Ariel Rogers, it was apparent that her goal was to save the sinking ship that is the clothing line game. The Grandiose Empire targets the gamut; from urban wear enthusiasts to professional dressers, they aim to remain versatile to both men and women. Like most entrepreneurs, Ms. Rogers plans to continue building her fan base, giving opportunities to those interested in Grandiose Empire, and most importantly, stay creatively relevant in this ever-so-changing fashion market. My opinion? I love the styles I've seen from the line and am anxious to see what they reveal during 2014. I'm definitely one of those fans that Grandiose Empire is "keeping on their toes". So now it's all up to you.. will you go follow @grandioseempire & @901indallas on Instagram for more info or will you continue to fall victim to the next fad? 

Contact Info:

Instagram: @grandiseempire & @901indallas

Email: grandioseempire@gmail.com

PR: (901) 281-4531 & thomasbaileypr@gmail.com 

Thrifting "Wacky Wednesday" Boasts Several Great Finds

$40. Nothing but time. Me vs. The Salvation Army Family Store. The day? Wacky Wednesday. What does that mean, you ask? A store full of the new shipment of clothes, all half off. Thrifter's heaven. It took everything in me not to bring the whole women's section home, however I settled with these 9 pieces. Be honest, are they drab or Fab? Take a look see:

1. Westbound Multicolor Windbreaker: Used to achieve that '90s style that's making it's way back into pop culture. Paired with a cuffed light wash jean and cute sneakers & You're GTG. 

2. Coldwater Creek Denim Jacket: the all-too-versatile denim jacket can be worn with just about anything. Dressed up or worn down, it's sure to add flair to any outfit.

3. Adidas Originals Track Jacket: RUN-DMC inspired, I plan to break out the all-white shelltoes and a gold chain for the throwback look for a casual weekend look.

4. Lauren By Ralph Lauren Striped Shirt: Nothing's says accomplishment to a thrifter like finding name brands at such low prices. This simplistic striped baby blue button down can be worn with khakis and Sperry's or denim and Converse.     

5. Charter Club "Trinidad James" Button Down Collared Shirt: What's bigger now than black/gold/red outfits? This shirt features gold chains with accents of red. Personally, I'd wear it under a black leather jacket, black pants, and your favorite neutral colored boot for that regal 'Yeezy' look.

6. L.L. Bean "Wrinkle Free" Pint-Striped Button Down: just as simplistic as #4, the wrinkle-free material is great for this weather. It'll go great with some navy searsucker pants and some dark Brown Cole Haan loafers. 

7. Royal Park Plaid Creased Slacks: I couldn't leave these in the store. The white, navy, and orange accents would work well with a solid cardigan and a white Oxford shirt. 

8. New York & Company Everyday Slacks: gray with a barely visible black pint stripe pattern, they can be worn for business casual or business professional. 

9. Betsey Johnson Oversized Boyfriend sweater: with the amazing color combination, this sweater is key in color blocking. Throw on a basic legging & some UGGs and you'll be warm and stylish. 

So how did I do? Did I inspire any of you thrifting fashionistas? Hopefully your haul was just as lucrative if you participated in Wacky Wednesday. Until next time, good luck & happy thrifting! 

Alexa Chung: The Nombre Behind Ombrè

2013, although now a thing of the past (Happy New Year btw), ushered in the trend of ombrè hair. Oblivious to what ombrè is? It's a style of coloring the hair where 2 or more colors seemingly fade into the next (check out the pictures below). Ombrè technique is not only a style, but has become a lucrative business for all those talented enough to do it correctly. The trend spread like wildfire after celebrities such as Keyshia Dior, Nicki Minaj, and Trina dazzled style enthusiasts rocking ombrè at various red carpet events. But who is the actual originator of the ombrè trend? The answer lies in the editor of British Vogue, television host, and all-around "it girl", Alexa Chung. This 5'8" bombshell, who's also named the originator of the Peter Pan collar look and black-tie appropriate flats, is Britain's hidden gem. Her youthful face combined with her simplistic, yet trendy style has gained her a fan base including several fan pages on Instagram and Twitter and even the creation of the hashtag "#whycantIbeAlexaChung". Not only is she stylish in her own being, but boasts several stylish friends like Lana Del Rey and Kate Moss. Overall, Chung is incredibly humbled by her work and truly feels her calling is to inadvertently style the world. So whether you're rocking flats to a gala or expressing yourself by ombrè'ing your hair, remember to thank Alexa Chung for navigating us into the future of modern fashion.