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Island Girl is NOW available!

It’s finally here! My St. Thomas uniform, “Island Girl” is NOW available! $25! I waited so long to release “Island Girl” because I wanted to wear it a season to test, experience and understand the quality of the swimsuit. I’ve experienced, long lasting, good quality clothing, I bought my birthday dress in Florence at Roberto […]

Thoughts of Paris

On social media I’m participating in a fitness/Thanksgiving challenge. Part of it is everyday for 21 days I’ve committed to giving thanks for something in my life. Today I am thankful for a city I love, Paris. I’ll never forget the first time I visited Paris, it was for Fashion Week in September 2000, I […]

Shikiri Interviews Phesto of Souls of Mischief

Growing up in Berkeley, California in the 90s, my top music memories include Slick Rick preparing me for, ‘Teenage Love,” Q-Tip perfectly describing me in, “Vivrant Thing,” and rapping along to every word of JJ Fad’s, “Supersonic.” My hip-hop, then and now, articulates strength, power and self-love. Locally, the Hieroglyphics crew, made quite an impression […]

China Royal Celebrates Weekend of Giving Thanks

Thanksgiving has always been my favorite holiday! This year Thanksgiving was amazing. I had the blessing of the entire family! Above is a peek of the Hightower-Gaskin Christmas photo. Fun family times! Thanks Maurice (our skilled and patient photographer)! In 2013 I am thankful for the Berith family. I’m thankful for the growth of China Royal. […]