Category Archives: Accessories

Accessory Report: Goldie Rocks By Mia is Back With Her New Collection

Posted on July 13, 2012 by Raijean S

When I first started Swa-Rai, Goldie Rocks by Mia was one of my first feature(go here)! Well since then Goldie Rocks and Swa-Rai have stepped their games up! Recently, the owner Mia sent over a few bracelets for me to play with and I’ve been wearing them non-stop! These bracelets were so much fun, they had a nautical feel so I wear them with everything! Mia’s collection have been worn by everybody from Rick Ross to athletes, check out a few of my other favorite Goldie Rock pieces! To get your very own Goldie Rocks by Mia bracelets contact her … Read More

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Accessories Report: Sarah’s Boutique

Posted on June 27, 2012 by Raijean S

You guys know my affinity for accessories! Recently, I received some hot pieces from Sarah’s Boutique that I love! What I like most is the fact that you could either dress them up or dress them down. Sarah sent over the necklace and bangles above, just in time for the summer! I recently, took my pieces out for a spend… Check them out below: She has some awesome pieces at great prices, go check out Sarah’s Boutique for all your accessories need!

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Check Out The Things I Splurge On, My Priceless Style!

Posted on June 14, 2012 by Raijean S

I’m going to be honest, I don’t believe in spending a lot of money on clothes. You see my dilemma is this… I’m not a small girl and my weight tends to fluctuate so imagine I go and buy these expensive pieces and then I can’t get into it! No sir, I refuse! I’ve quickly learned the art of hi-lo dressing. Meaning, I will wear a piece of clothing from H & M, Forever 21 or wherever with an expensive handbag and/or shoes, and be just as content! You see we live in a world where everything is about labels … Read More

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My Brahmin Glossy Medium Arno Tote, A Gift From Brahmin & Vogue Magazine

Posted on June 7, 2012 by Raijean S

I love being apart of the Vogue influencers Program! I get a chance to try the newest things and give my opinion on it, I mean what could be better! A while ago, I got an e-mail from Vogue saying they had a surprise they wanted to send me. A few weeks went by and I forgot about it. It wasn’t until the UPS man showed up with a box that I remembered the e-mail from Vogue! I signed for my package and immediately began to tear it open! Inside was a brand new Brahmin Glossy Medium Arno Tote. Jackpot, I … Read More

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Outfit Post: It’s a Celebration, Swa-Rai Turns 2

Posted on June 4, 2012 by Raijean S

You know I had to tell you guys what I wore to celebrate Swa-Rai turning 2… Everyone loved, loved, loved my leggings, I got them from Windsor, Shoes: Jessica Simpson, Shirt: Forever 21, I’m so mad I got those spots on my shirt, it never seems to fail I get dressed and end up getting oil all over my outfit…smh! Anyone know how to get oil our of clothing! Also, I switched my hair up… You like? I had fun at my party to see more pics of the party go here….

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Accessories Report: Scarlett Jewels

Posted on May 29, 2012 by Raijean S

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I absolutely love to adorn my wrists with colorful bracelets as many as possible, no outfit is really complete without it. I don’t think I will ever have enough! Recently, Scarlett Jewels sent over the 4 bracelets above and I’m in love! I know, we are constantly being inundated with the same beaded bracelets but these bracelets have that extra ounce of pizazz! I’ve been wearing these bracelets non-stop! You can spot them here, here and here! Can you say obsessed?? My favorite one is the Giraffe Knot Shamballa bracelet, I just love how they sparkle! How cool are these bracelets?? I … Read More

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Outfit Post: Stripes and Nudes

Posted on May 21, 2012 by Raijean S

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This past weekend, I attended the Dangerous Curves Ahead Fashion show that I was telling you about here. It was so hot, I was quite sure what I was going to wear as I hadn’t anticipated it getting this hot so soon. I finally decided to wear a new dress from Dorothy Perkins, I had hanging in my closet. I decided, I would finally get a chance to wear my Vince Camuto pumps that I first showed you here. I had such a fun night after the show, I met up with my girl Shonda to catch up over a … Read More

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Accessories Report: Foyer Boutique

Posted on May 17, 2012 by Raijean S

I absolutely love accessories so it doesn’t help that my hair stylist sells accessories at her Foyer Boutique. I swear, it’s a trap that I get caught in each and everytime I go. Check out my newest additions: Ignore the different facial expressions and color lipsticks, I was bored, I’ll explain later… BTW, I know you love my ducks! lmao In the meantime if you are looking for affordable pieces stop by: Foyer Boutique 5337 W. Madison Chicago, IL

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Swa-Rai Approves: Haute Luxury Sunglasses for the Summer

Posted on May 9, 2012 by Raijean S

Anybody wish summer would hurry up and get here or is it just me??? While you gathering your summer shirts, dress and mini skirts don’t forget to protect your eyes. Since my eye just healed from an eye injury, I will most definitely be protecting mine! I’ve scoured the internet looking for some of the hottest luxury frames around (I will follow-up with a 2nd post to show you haute sunglasses under $100 next). Up first Chanel… I mean seriously, can Chanel do any wrong? I would wear every last pair! Prada is definitely bringing the heat… Not to be … Read More

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Event: Dish on Fashion x Mindy’s Hot Chocolate

Posted on April 20, 2012 by Raijean S

This week, I was invited to have dinner with a fabulous bunch of ladies at Mindy’s Hot Chocolate here in Chicago. This dinner gave me a chance to meet some new friends and catch up with some old friends, we talked about everything from fashion to boys in one sitting. Bloggers last night included: Jaye of Curvatude, Raijean of Swa-Rai, Shae of Vanilla Fringe, Melissa of Stylissh, Mary from Zeagalicious, and the founders of Dish on Fashion Nicki Brashear of Fashionista Chicago and Katie Schuppler of KS Style Consulting. (Thanks Katie, I stole your list) Check out a some of my pics from the night via my Instragram … Read More