Author: KnowlesMalinda

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

Last Call for the M2 “Sunset on a Florida Parking Lot” Collection

Hey there! So designing this collection was amazing and I am so proud of myself. As you may know, I designed a small spring/summer collection inspired by my Sunset on a Florida Parking Lot painting. Well, this is the last call before I make it an archived collection. 

In these photos, I am wearing the Sunset on a Florida Parking Lot skirt as well as bandeau top. They are both on sale and the sequin denim are great for the Fall. And, don’t worry about me, they always say “this too shall pass.”

What’s your favorite piece of the collection? 

Photo Credit: Sergey Yusin

Sincerely,

“Fashionably-Late”

Malinda F. Knowles

One Dark Night

So not too long ago I went out wearing that Leau black romper and had a great time dancing to salsa. I love the summer because we can all let our hair down and enjoy the night without having to wear a coat. Unfortunately, that night I was attacked by a man in an alleged racially motivated incident. Most of the time, police are there to protect you but they aren’t perfect. Subsequently, I started hearing and seeing all kinds of things. I ended up being forced to a hospital where they did not protect me from COVID-19. So now I am recovering and contemplating the fate of this world. Been listening to Solange Knowles “Weary” song from her A Seat at the Table album.

Can you believe something like this would happen in 2021? Have you ever been mistreated like this? And what do you think of the world and our universe today? 

Sincerely,

“Fashionably-Late”

Malinda F. Knowles

 

Ivy Park

Good morning! I’ve been wearing some of Beyoncé’s Ivy Park line that has been really well-designed lately. Workout clothes and even outfits as above have been beautiful. They have all kinds of different sizes for all shapes and they make a woman feel confident and sexy. Looks like Ivy Park is coming out with even more new merchandise under the new Rodeo line. I am definitely going to be watching what they come out with and you should too. Check out more photos below of my Ivy Park outfit and my Steve Madden clear sandals (similar here). 

     

Photo Credit: Sergey Yusin

Sincerely,

“Fashionably-Late”

Malinda F. Knowles