Hey everyone! I’m thankful for you all reading my blog through the years. Hope you are having a Happy Thanksgiving!
Sincerely,
“Fashionably-Late”
Malinda Frances Knowles
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Winter Dress of Your Dreams: Valentino Garavani Embroidered Feather-Hem Dress
Hey, so I stumbled upon the most beautiful mini dress perfect for the winter from Valentino Garavani. It has a feather hem and it looks like the beading and details are hand-embroidered. There’s a beautiful draped bow on the back that accentuates your femininity. Throw on a warm, cozy fur coat or this embroidered shawl. Now, the dress is quite an investment. But, it will most likely last you for years to come and always make a fashion statement. What do you think?
Sincerely,
“Fashionably-Late”
Malinda Frances Knowles
Farewell Olivier Rousteing: Fave Balmain Looks from Recent Years
Good morning! How are you doing? I caught wind of the news that Olivier Rousteing would be stepping down as Creative Director of Balmain and instantly felt a loss. His looks have been some of my favorite looks on the runways for the last few decades. He pushed the limits, reimagined silhouettes, gave garments structure and definition that hadn’t been seen before. I’m sure that his work will be influencing our culture and imagination for years to come. Farewell Olivier. And, well, we can’t wait to see what you do next.
Below are some of my favorite Balmain looks of recent years. What are yours?
Photo Credit: Various, Vogue.com
Sincerely,
“Fashionably-Late”
Malinda Frances Knowles
Flashback Friday: Foul Play Halloween
Happy Halloween y’all! What are you doing tonight? Well, today, I’m flashing back to three years ago when I was a referee calling out bad plays! It was a fun costume. Did y’all buy candy? I always end up eating half of the candy before the kids come by. Me and my sweet tooth. I grabbed some of my favorite candy sour Skittles, white chocolate and regular pumpkin-shaped Reese’s Peanut Butter cups. What are you dressing up as for Halloween?
@malindaknowles4 #throwbackthursday 3 years ago #happyhalloween #foulplay #referree #halloween #costume ♬ original sound – Shawn❌
Sincerely,
“Fashionably-Late”
Malinda Frances Knowles
Cute Pink Area Crop Top and a Yum Green Waffle
How are yall doing? So I just love bubble tea. Came across it for the first time while living in Manhattan, New York. Anyway, I went by one of my favorite bubble tea spots Art of Boba today in my cute pink Area crop top. I paired it with some denim shorts and my vintage Christian Louboutin pink booties. I’ve been so busy but wanted to share my outfit of the day. The crop top is actually 50% off in the fashion shop and it’s truly a quality statement piece. Love the razzle dazzle of the diamond necklace.
There are some other cute pieces in the fashion shop, make sure to check it out. And, if you are ever in South Florida, stop by Art of Boba for the green waffle and a black milk bubble tea. Talk with y’all later!
Sincerely,
“Fashionably-Late”
Malinda Frances Knowles
MAXIM Next Covergirl
Hey y’all! I’ve been quite busy trying to balance everything I have to do. Anyway, I entered several contests to be voted in as the next Maxim Magazine Covergirl with feature photoshoots and cash prizes. I could use the cash to buy art supplies and create new fashion samples. All you have to do is hit the link and vote! All votes are doubled by 2 pm. Any support is greatly appreciated as I have financed all my projects myself, including this blog. So tell your friends, family and neighbors!
I started building a modeling portfolio a long time ago in college in Boston. Then I moved to New York and continued. Fashion, art and modeling have always been passions of mine and I would love for you to take part in my journey!
Photo Credit: Sergey Yusin (Kiss & Ride Monokini)
Sincerely,
“Fashionably-Late”
Malinda Frances Knowles
Drop Dead Gorgeous Looks on the Area Spring/Summer 2026 Runway
Good morning! So, happy Fashion Month. I’ve been trying to catch up and still quite busy handling the hack. Anyway, I’ve become quite a fan of Area through recent years and they did not disappoint for this past Spring/Summer 2026 New York Fashion Week show.
They have street style, elegance with a touch of opulence. I have a Good American denim dress that looks very much like the Area dress below but the dress is jazzed up with a train, fraying of fabric and a one-shoulder design. And, the above feathered white top is just stunning.
Have you been watching the shows?
Photo Credit: Area NYC
Sincerely,
“Fashionably-Late”
Malinda Frances Knowles
Haters Stay Hatin
Hey everyone! How are you all doing? My blog was hacked, pictures erased, blog posts erased and articles rewritten. I’m sorry. I also have had problems with my computers and phones. And, I have people jealous of me for whatever reason particularly in my family. And it’s made things very difficult. To any fans scared to follow, I appreciate you. But, please, I do not need you to login, hack and no I am not hiring.
Enjoy the evening, carry on.
Sincerely,
“Fashionably-Late”
Malinda Frances Knowles