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Leslie Karen is a blog dedicated to women who are forever curious, passionate and don’t believe in limits. I love DIY’ing and trying to figure out how to do things, traveling, designing interiors, finding good restaurants, fashion and reading. Basically just about anything creative and artistic.
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BHM – 6 Black Fashion Designers You Should Know
The global fashion industry has been significantly enriched by the creativity and innovation of Black designers. From redefining luxury to infusing cultural narratives into contemporary fashion, these designers offer unique perspectives that resonate worldwide.
In this post, we spotlight six remarkable Black fashion designers—LaQuan Smith, Sergio Hudson, Theophilio, Tolu Coker, Frederick Anderson, and Diotima—exploring their origins and the inspirations behind their Spring/Summer 2025 collections.
BHM: 7 of the Best African American Interior Designers You Have to Check Out
African American Designers don’t often get their flowers and I wanted to take this time in the middle of Black History Month to salute them and their achievements. These are my favorites and I know there are many more, but I’ve listed my seven favorites. Sit back, grab a cup of coffee and enjoy learning about these incredible ladies and their wonderful achievements.
25 Valentines Day Nail Designs You’ll Want to Try
As you all know Valentine’s Day is the perfect occasion to indulge in all things romantic, playful, and stylish—including your nails! Whether you’re celebrating with a special someone, planning a fun Galentine’s Day, or simply treating yourself, a festive manicure can set the mood and add a personal touch to your look.
Designer & Diy’er pumped up on caffeine and willing to create anything. I want to let women know they can do it and if they don’t want to, I will.
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How to Incorporate Pantone’s Color of the Year into Your Interiors & Fashion
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The 41 Best Items For a Killer St. Patricks Day Party
St. Patrick's Day Neon Signs Disclosure: This post contains affiliate links and I receive a commission if you visit a link and...
The 8 Elements of Modern Mountain Style
Image via Domino The Modern Mountain style traces its roots back to the early 20th century when mountain retreats started...
BHM – My Favorite African American Designers – Part 2
Image via Justina Blakeney This is Part 2 of my Black History Month: Favorite African American designers. If you haven’t seen...
BHM: My Favorite African American Interior Designers – Part 1
Image via Sheila Bridges African American Designers don’t often get their flowers and I wanted to take this time in the middle...
23 Striking Examples of Bold Statement Stones in Interior Design
Image via Artistic Tile In recent years, there has been a resurgence of marble with bold patterns, striking veins, interesting...
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