When it comes to pride, we tend to think of our character, or the character of others, in a dignified sense of self. We also love how during the month of Pride we get to celebrate the audacity of others just simply being themselves and joyously parading about their importance in this world. It is worth noting though, that we should be proud of ourselves. In today's society we get conflicting messages. Let me be real clear here, you should be proud of yourself. Did you realize that there is only one of you in the entire universe, and that no one else likes you exists?! This is why it is satisfying to give yourself credit where credit is due. And when we do make mistakes, because we are only human after all, it is just as equally imperative that we own up to our mistakes and not allow our pride to get in the way of apologizing when we step out of line. Part of displaying this trait is also knowing when to be humble and offer forgiveness if we are to remain in our integrity. Forgiveness Day was yesterday and Sunday was let it go day. If you happen to be sitting on an enormous amount of people/things that you need to forgive/release consider lightening your load. And never be too proud to ask for forgiveness or let go of someone or something that is no longer serving you. For when you are not serving yourself, you cannot serve others either, and in order to do so, your pride must be tempered with trust and knowing that you deserve to be loved and living your life to the fullest regardless of what others may or may not think about you. So take a good long look in the mirror today and ask yourself how proud are you of the person you are becoming. Because no one else but you can do the things you only you can do, and only you know the true potential of what you are capable of doing in this lifetime, so please yourself.

Do you have that certain piece in your wardrobe that makes you stand a little taller or smile a bit brighter just cause you know you look good in it? Those are the types of clothes that I plan to continue to design. Since my first collection is the God/dess Collection (as many pieces are also unisex), I have made it my goal for you to feel that power that you have within, expressed without. Every piece in this collection is a must have for your wardrobe, knowing that they not only make you look good, but feel good too. Take a look for yourself and see the first half of the collection. I am having my first big reveal at The Lodge on Tuesday, July 9th, so please mark your calendar and come for an aperitif and witness Gods and Goddesses floating around at the top of Florence. See how when you wear something that is flattering at every age, color, shape, and size, you start to not only identify your outer self, but an expression of your inner higher self too. Take, for instance, the Balanced Jumpdress. This exquisite number can be worn a number of ways (as all my clothing is meant to satisfy many occasions and styles), but also casually and elegantly. Feel like you are dancing through this life as you exercise, break it down at the club, waltz into a dinner party, or strut your stuff down the runway of life. You can also wear it off the shoulders, layered over a shirt, or under a jacket, cardigan, or blazer to give it another look as you transform throughout the day.