Author: KnowlesMalinda

Cooling Out

TGIF! I’ve been cooling out and going through old clothes and things getting ready for fashion month. How are y’all doing? The Florida sunset is just gorgeous- I can’t help but take photos. This Gucci top has lasted me well and I remix it with jeans and even my gold pleated skirt (similar here). The beginning of the year is a great time to strategize and regroup, even if it means giving away clothes. I admit to having a nice wardrobe and always feeling like I do not have anything to wear. Do y’all suffer from this problem too? By the way, Farfetch is having a sale…enjoy!

Sincerely,
 
“Fashionably-Late”
 
Malinda F. Knowles

River Flows Mini Skirt

New Year, new skirt! Not sure if you saw my Instagram stories last year but check out my River Flows mini skirt available on Redbubble.

Problems arise but you have to keep it pushing, don’t believe rumors. Anyway, over the holidays I spent some time in church celebrating Christmas and took some time to relax. Anyway, abstract painting is something I’ve always wanted to try and while I admit I’ve been a bit busy, please enjoy this River Flows mini skirt.

Stay tuned for more this year on the blog.

      

Sincerely,

“Fashionably-Late”

Malinda F. Knowles

Christmas Sweater Happy Hour at The Office

 

Happy Thursday and Happy Holidays everyone! I have been working a lot recently but was able to catch a Holiday Happy Hour at the office. The theme of course-ugly Christmas Sweaters! Everyone had on their favorite overdone Christmas sweater and we had fun. They had shots of Peppermint Smirnoff and Godiva Chocolate Liquer with whipped cream. I didn’t try one but I heard they were good. They also had a charcuterie tray, chips and cookies too. If you are invited to one of these, there’s a few sweaters below that will make you the star of the party (below). 

Sincerely,

“Fashionably-Late”

Malinda F. Knowles

 

Holiday Bling: Beyoncé Knowles-Carter wears Gucci’s Aria Collection

So the Holidays are upon us. Happy Holidays! Covid-19 is still trying to kick our butts. But we must persevere and enjoy the gift of life in some way. Gucci’s Aria Collection, a collaboration with Balenciaga, looks great on Beyoncé Knowles-Carter in her latest Instagram post. In particular, Nordstrom has a rhinestone version of the Kenley Sandal from Steve Madden that I wore here. It seems that the look is sold out but below you can find some pieces that may do the trick at your next holiday gathering. 

 

Sincerely,

“Fashionably-Late”

Malinda F. Knowles

Five Items from the Farfetch Singles Day Sale

Ashish

Happy money-makin Monday! Farfetch is having a great sale for Singles Day, 22% off selected items. Ashish made a sweatshirt perfect for the Fall that captures what everybody is thinking about 2020. We all have to move on from this pandemic. In any case, they also have some Off-White sneakers that I adore (below). Busy day ahead so check out more from the sale below: Lisa Marie Fernandez bikini, Tender and Dangerous Face Mask and a Dolce & Gabbana pink handbag. Enjoy the sale!

Off-White
Lisa Marie Fernandez

 

Dolce & Gabbana
Tender and Dangerous

Sincerely,

“Fashionably-Late”

Malinda F. Knowles

Día de Los Muertos

Today is Día de Los Muertos or “Day of the Dead.” It’s important to honor your ancestors and those that paved the way for you to be here today. I’m wearing my Kimchi black see-through skirt today and feeling regal. Later today I’m definitely going to go through some old photo albums. What are you doing to celebrate those that came before you today?

 

Hoy es Día de Los Muertos or “Day of the Dead.” Es muy importante honor tus antepasados quienes allanó el camino para que ustedes estén aquí hoy. Estoy usando mi negro Kimchi falda y me siento royal. Este tarde voy a mirar álbumes de fotos antiguos. ¿Qué están haciendo ustedes hoy para celebrar sus antepasados?

 

Sincerely,

“Fashionably-Late”

Malinda F. Knowles

Basquiat Tees depicting African Art

Good afternoon! I recently stopped by the Palm Beach Gardens mall and came across these beautiful t-shirts and sweatshirts at Forever 21. Jean-Michel Basquiat was a brilliant artist and these tops really express so much movement. I see tortured souls, African art pieces and royalty when I look at this merchandise. Supposedly, Basquiat failed art classes but look at the value on his pieces now. That just goes to show you that you should always continue following your gifts no matter what. How do you like them?

Sincerely,

“Fashionably-Late”

Malinda F. Knowles

Papier-mâché Candle Box

TGIF to you! I recently had some down time and with my artsy self, created a papier-mâché candle box that I plan on gifting to someone special soon. I love candles, aromatherapy and even soft sounds in the background (like the ocean). There’s nothing like a beautiful box to carry a potent and lovely candle to light up a room. As you can see below, I have a collection of candles mostly from Paddywax. The basil and cucumber one is one of my favorites. You can get one of these boxes from your local craft store or here. Just cut up tissue paper and use clear adhesive. Let me know if you make one!

Sincerely,

“Fashionably-Late”

Malinda F. Knowles