5 Atlantans who are Rockin' It

And I'm one of them! How neat. 

A beautiful couple from Philly has chosen Atlanta to be the home of their newest jewelry store.

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The couple already owns a jewelry store in Philadelphia. Their new boutique, Atlanta Diamond Co. in Monarch Tower will be by appointment only. I looked at some of what they have to offer and WOW - gorgeous! But what's not pretty about a diamond?

So pretty!

So pretty!

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At the store opening, I was recognized as one of five 'Atlantans who are Rockin' It." What a special award! I was in good company too. Shaye Strager, who is Atlanta's favorite stylist was also recognized, as well as other entrepreneurs and movers and shakers.

How stunning is this plaque? LOVE it

How stunning is this plaque? LOVE it

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My dress - 

I wore it to work the same day so it can go from day to night! It's Michael Kors and it's on sale. I also bought in red.

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All things Black Panther

I have to start this post by admitting that I haven't seen the entire movie yet. I've seen bits and pieces. I'll explain.

I've been covering stories about Marvel's Black Panther for a few weeks. The excitement surrounding the movie is like nothing I've ever witnessed before. Everyone who knows me will tell you I'm not into action flicks - at all. I pass on all things Marvel. But this one, obviously, is different. 

Last month, I found out a local organization was planning to take 700 students to see Black Panther. It was raising money to send the students for free! How cool is that? You can watch the story HERE

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You'll notice - I was at the Fox Theatre for that live shot. That's because Atlanta hosted one (of several) Black Panther private screenings there. 

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I was able to interview Big Boi of Outkast, Kim Fields, and my favorite, the Vice President of Marvel Production (Put me in a movie please?)

You can watch that HERE

Last week, I went to Dekalb County's Movie Tavern with the 700 students to watch them watch Black Panther. Get that? It was SUCH an experience. The Phoenix Leadership Foundation really knocked it out of the park. They created an entire experience for the students with live music, free food, all things Africa. It was awesome. I was in and out of the theater so although I saw some scenes, I did not see everything. I can't wait to go back and see the whole thing! Check out the story HERE

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Finally, I did a story with my sweet friend Alexandra of F&W Style. She is a local designer, as is her mother. The two design clothes and purses that are African-inspired and in many cases, made in Africa. I interviewed her about the impact the movie is having on their brands. That story HERE

Bloomingdale's Event

This is way past due but I wanted to blog about an event I hosted a few months back. It was a women's empowerment event and I was asked to moderate a panel of brilliant, successful women.  

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Crowd shot.

Bloomingdale's decorated our room so nicely! It was the cutest. Flowers all over! And the champagne was flowing.

Tangie and I

Tangie and I

Tangie Byrd was such a pleasure to work with. She is a true professional and a visionary. She made the event super fun.

The women on the panel

The women on the panel

So these five women. WOW. Huge inspiration to me. They are all trailblazers. Authors, Coaches, Influencers, all around GIRL BOSSES. I am still in touch with most of them today. 

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My dress is from Nordstrom on SALE. Shoes are Sam Edelman.