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The Wrap Up Vol 2

Labor Day Sales so good I just couldn't wait until Friday to share in this week’s “The Wrap Up”

Behind the BlogMelissa "Mel" DrakeAugust 30, 2018white after labor day, labor day, labor day sales, selling my house, oxygen facial, restorative facial, things to do in san antonio, san antonio, behind the blogComment

What You Should Know About Oxygen Facials

If it’s a secret of A-List celebrities, I'm in . . .

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Are Facials Beneficial The Truth

Let’s talk good skin #selfcare

HealthMelissa "Mel" DrakeJuly 12, 2018skincare, are facials beneficial, do facials hurt, facial pros and cons, should I get a facial, do facials cause breakouts, importance of facials, post facial extraction care, purpose of facials, are facials worth the money, things you need to know about facials, facials what you need to know, the truth about facialsComment

A New Vibe Detroit Cool

Spread the news, Detroit is the new cool.

TravelMelissa "Mel" DrakeJuly 10, 2018ootd, detroit, visit detroit, detroit travel guide, best downtown restaurants in detroit, detroit comeback, detroit rebirth, detroit revival, things to do in detroit today, things to do in downtown detroit, top 10 things to do in detroit, why visit detroit Comment

What I Learned When I Didn't Get the Job + 5 Tips to Help Land the Next Job

It was a HARD pass . . . on me

CareerMelissa "Mel" DrakeJune 28, 2018inspiration, ootd, job hunt inspiration, job seeker frustrations, frustrated with job hunting, words of encouragement for job seekers, frustrated with my career, career advice, inspiration for career transition, how to stay motivated when looking for a job Comments

The Wrap Up Vol. 1

Memorial Day Sales you won't want to miss, day drinking, I have too much sh*t, BTS and duchess lessons in this week's "The Wrap Up"

Behind the BlogMelissa "Mel" DrakeMay 25, 2018memorial day sales, garage sale, spicy margarita, behind the scenes photo shoot, abouzy champagne cork, watermelon and burrata salad, behind the blogComment

Doing Brave Sh*t I Quit My Job and I Am Happy

And just like Elvis, Mel has officially left the building.

Life SkillsMelissa "Mel" DrakeMay 14, 2018inspiration, finding happiness, my job is making me miserable, should i quit my job, i quit my job to be happy, why i quit my job, learn to be brave, doing brave shit, death puts life into perspective, be brave, have courage, how to be brave, how to be strong, you are brave and strong, you are braver than you think Comments

Best Online Weekend Sales 3/23/18

Shopping is awesome. Shopping with a sale or a discount is even better. Here's list of this week's best online clothing sales for 3/23/18!

Melissa "Mel" DrakeMarch 23, 2018behind the blogComment

Street Style with SHOWTIME's The Chi

Feeling all the street style vibes courtesy of Coogie from The Chi

StyleMelissa "Mel" DrakeMarch 5, 2018ootd, street style, floral jacket outfit, floral blazer outfit, showtime streaming the chi, street style outfit, black floral blazer, street style urban, street style women, street style fashionComment

How to Get Effortless Curls with TRESemme

How I get my curls to last with TRESemmé

StyleMelissa "Mel" DrakeFebruary 16, 2018collaboration, tresemme hair spray, get curls that last, effortless curls, natural style without stiffnessComment

Brie and Apples + French Wine Oh My

Diced apples and sugared pecans . . . brie and apples have never tasted so good! Try it, you'll thank me later!

EntertainingMelissa "Mel" DrakeDecember 11, 2017collaboration, french cheese, french wine, cheese and wine pairings, charcuterie board, apple cinnamon brie cheese ball recipe Comment

Mellow Yellow

Lace tops are a sexy yet sophisticated peek-a-boo

StyleMelissa "Mel" DrakeDecember 7, 2017ootd, womens lace tops, long sleeve lace blouse, womens lace blouses, casual lace tops, lace detail blouse, lace detail top, lace top with sleeves, lace blouse styles, yellow top, yellow blouse, statement boots, statement shoes, statement topsComment

Cozy Sweater Guide

Faking it until I make it because I'm officially jealous of your Fall weather.

Melissa "Mel" DrakeDecember 6, 2017ootd, cozy sweatersComment

November Wrap up + Holiday Sales

We are wrapping up November with wine gifts, my Naked obsession, "Amy" who steals and Netflix marathons.

Behind the BlogMelissa "Mel" DrakeDecember 1, 2017fall fashion, fall fashion accessories, behind the blogComment

Kimono She Better Don't

Nothing but happy boho kimono vibes here!

StyleMelissa "Mel" DrakeNovember 14, 2017ootd, kimono, how to style a kimono, boho kimono vibes, kimono robe, duster coat, kimono outfit fall, kimono outfit, kimono dress, boho kimonoComment

Yeah Baby, Yeah! White Ankle Boots

White boots after Labor Day?! Yeah Baby, Yeah!!!

StyleMelissa "Mel" DrakeNovember 9, 2017ootd, white ankle boots, how to wear white ankle boots, white booties, white boot outfits, how to style white boots, preppy street style, how to wear white boots, white boots street style, preppy street fashion, preppy styleComment

Velvet Crush Trend Alert

This season, velvet is EVERYWHERE! Here are some of my favorite velvet pieces and velvet outfit ideas to fuse into your wardrobe this season.

StyleMelissa "Mel" DrakeOctober 26, 2017velvet outfit ideas, velvet body suits, velvet booties, velvet and winter white, how to style velvetComment

Budget Friendly Tips to Transition Your Wardrobe to Fall

See the budget friendly ways accessories can transition your summer wardrobe to Fall.

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Velvet Bodysuit + Velvet Shoes

Velvet is back, modern and TOTALLY having a moment right now. Check out this sexy ASOS velvet bodysuit and a velvet outfit with suede idea.

StyleMelissa "Mel" DrakeOctober 12, 2017ootd, velvet outfit ideas, how to wear velvet, velvet outfit ideas styles, how to style velvet, velvet outfit fall, velvet outfit, velvet style, how to wear velvet topComment

Seeing Red Trend Alert

Red is one of the on-trend colors for Fall. Here are some red outfit ideas to incorporate the hottest color into your wardrobe this season.

StyleMelissa "Mel" DrakeOctober 9, 2017red outfits, how to style red outfits, how to wear red, my favorite red styleComment