Creepin'

Two weeks ago, my coworker and I were discussing our love for Badgalriri's new collab with Puma and how we've been searching for the right pair of sneakers (since we're not sneakerheads or even into sneakers that much) and that how we thought these were the chosen ones. Originally, I planned to get the black ones and she wanted the white ones (unfortunately those won't be out til November). Luckily, it just so happened to be day 2 of the 3 day pop-up shop in the Bowery, which is right near our job, so we went before lunch time and I actually ended up getting the oatmeal (tan) and she got the black ones. That day was a good day. Apparently, we missed the craziness from the day before and there happened to be no lines or even customers in there when we went. I tried them on and the rest was history. Me x my creepers by RiRi = awesomeness. 

This was day 2 at the pop-up shop.

Grabbed lunch the next day wearing our kicks cause we were hype. Corny or nah? 

Either way, still dope. 

Plain janin' it in them. They work really well with monochromatic looks.

Clutch by Madd Fox, Sweater is vintage, pants by Zara

Afropunk 2015, Brooklyn

I've decided to really start blogging again because I have a lot of things I'd like to share with people and just things I find interesting that I feel others will too. I wanted to start small with this little simple post about Afropunk this year. I don't have many pics because I spent most of my time taking in the scenery and just enjoying it. 

Anyway, this marked my 3rd year attending Afropunk and I have to say it was really cool bringing my siblings with me this time. I missed Saturday this year, but I was able to go on Sunday. Below are just a few snapshots (camera phone pics) mostly from the early part of the day when there was barely a crowd. 

My bro Zach and sis Mia. They also had school the next day.

Mia at the awesome Carol's Daughter booth. 

This lady had the coolest headbands and natural hair t-shirts. 

Handmade awesomeness. 

The designer herself.

I also bought amazing handmade soap from the Blue Bee Bars booth. Our selfie of course.

Loved the statements on these shirts... 

Graffiti. 

The message. Graffiti by Rising Red Lotus @risingredlotus

The lovely Jasmine Nichole. She's pretty & talented.

Maureen Saturne of Indivijewel & a friend.

Watching Lenny from afar.

Me & bae. pic from alerobuttercup.com

I have to admit this was much different from the previous fests I've attended. More commercial than before, more vendors, less performances, probably the same amount of people and just as many beautiful black faces if not more. Also, I really wish there were more punk rock performances because the 2014 fest had an entire stage dedicated to punk rock bands and even had the mini skate ramps set up. 

Colour

To see the rest of the look book, visit bum-cake.com/colour

Colour is my first curated collection where I'm the model. I really wanted to show people who the "bum-cake vintage girl" truly is--she knows what she likes, has a true sense of style and appreciation for fashion, and isn't afraid to try new things...she's me...in a nutshell. The whimsical yet demure garments in this curated collection truly define the "bum-cake vintage girl." I'm constantly inspired by pop culture from previous decades, especially bohemian culture from the 60s-70s. The garments in this collection range from the 1950s-1990s and will take you from day-to-night, which is perfect for any fashionista on the go!

Captured & art direction by Kwesi Abbensetts
Styled & modeled by me (Christiana Greene)!

Hope you love as much as I do! xoxoxoxoxox

To shop the collection, visit bum-cake.com/shopcolour

Wild Thang

Last week, I found a really great pair of pants from Harold + Maude Vintage (down the street from where I live in Bedstuy) and was searching for something to pair them with. I remembered I purchased a leopard print pant set a couple months back and that blouse literally matches everything, so the below look happened...

Necklace by Gorjana (got it from my rocksbox subscription...details at the bottom)

I was feeling really tired last Friday, but I've been tryna blog more, so this was the result, haha. 

Here's what I'm talking about--you can pair leopard with anything... Especially floral prints!

And now from my view... Ring by Robyn Rhodes (details below)

Okay, now about the jewelry... Last month, I signed up with Rocksbox, which is basically a site where they send you 3 pieces of jewelry every month and if you like it, you can buy it, if not, then just return it. If you have accessory ADD like I do, this is a really great company to sign up with. If you're interested, you can use my code below to get your first month free (sign up before the 24th) or 50% off (if you sign up after the 24th). Use discount code: bumcakexoxo

Again...
Get your FIRST MONTH FREE if you sign up before 3/24/15 using discount code: bumcakexoxo
After 3/24/15, you can get your first month 50% off using the same code above. Hurry up and sign up now!!!