We all love a good set of lashes, so when we had the chance to try out magnetic lashes, we were ecstatic!
Most women love the added volume and glamour of lashes. The beauty enhancement has become wildly popular in the last couple of years. Back in the day, they were created to lengthen lashes on Hollywood actresses. Now we use them for everyday use, which means there has to be versatility and efficiency to the application process.
My comfortability with makeup and beauty products is fairly new. I am a beginner in the makeup game, so I am definitely not a MUA and you won't find booking info on my Instagram, ha! Honestly, I didn't learn to apply eyeliner without assistance until about five years ago. I am so weird about things being near my eyes that I tried my best not to irritate them in any way. Any time I would get my makeup done professionally, I would dread the lash application if it included a glue adhesive because my eyes would water uncontrollably.
Now, I feel somewhat comfortable with applying foundation and other big girl makeup materials and that's thanks to some bomb YouTube beauty influencers. I say all of this to say, if I can successfully apply magnetic lashes, then we might have found the solution to lashes for EVERY girl.
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I tried Love Lash, a collection created by Love Light Cosmetics. They are durable, vegan, and cruelty-free magnetic lashes designed for easy and convenient application.
Writer Joce Blake/xoNecole
The extensions are designed with the bottom lash slightly shorter than the top. They replicate the natural lash line and follow the natural curvature.
I decided to try out the set of "Zen" eyelashes for a Girl's Night In.
Writer Joce Blake/xoNecole
Pros
- They were easy to apply. It only took me a few minutes.
- No messy glue!
- They are full and natural.
- The magnets are small and strategically placed.
Writer Joce Blake/xoNecole
Cons
- While practicing applying the Serenity set, when removing them, one of the magnets had fallen off.
Writer Joce Blake/xoNecole
Overall, I am in love with the Love Lash! They were undemanding and gave me the right amount of volume, creating a dope look!
Joce Blake enjoying her girls' night out with the xoTribeWriter Joce Blake/xoNecole
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The essence of effortless poise and refinement shines bright through the iconic university colors of indigo blue, red, and white. Every October, Howard University students, alumni, staff, and friends gather on the prestigious campus in Washington, D.C. to take part in time-honored traditions and events, which is Homecoming. This year's theme, “The Meccaverse,” was a week-long celebration of Howard University’s heritage, including the Homecoming football game and Bison Pep Rally, the Fashion Show, Greek Life Step Show, Homecoming Day of Service, Lavender Reception, and the iconic Yard Fest Concert.
As 2024 marked the 100th anniversary of the Howard Bison trek back to The Mecca and after two years of virtual events due to the COVID-19 pandemic, this was to be a celebration of a lifetime. We enlisted HU alumnus Sharmaine Harris, a luxury retail buyer, as she revisited her alma mater as eyes on the yard for fashion-forward outfits mixed with personal style and campus pride for the weeklong celebration.
Before we get to the looks, discover how attending Howard University impacted her career in fashion and her day-to-day style:
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xoNecole: Describe your personal style. Did attending Howard have any impact on developing it?
Sharmaine: Howard taught me that there’s no such thing as being TOO dressed. There’s always a reason to “put it on” and look presentable, even if it’s just for a day of classes. Standing out was celebrated and encouraged with my peers embracing the opportunity, giving me the confidence to try new styles and trends.
xoNecole: How did Howard shape your career as a luxury buyer?
Sharmaine: I studied Fashion Merchandising, through which I was fortunate to have professors who were very connected to the industry and able to give first-hand accounts of opportunities and what to expect post-college. I was also able to build a network through my peers and other Howard Alum, which has opened doors to endless possibilities both within fashion as well as daily life.
The same confidence instilled in me through my style has also been rooted deeply within me as I step into any role or project I’m faced with throughout my career.
xoNecole: This year marked Howard’s 100th-anniversary Homecoming celebration. Can you describe what the weekend looked and felt like?
Sharmaine: I’ve gone to many Howard Homecomings since graduating, but this year’s 100th anniversary felt like a huge family reunion filled with nothing but love. It was beautiful to see so many Bison return home looking great and radiating joy. It was beautiful!
xoNecole: What makes Howard fashion different from other HBCUs?
Sharmaine: Being that Howard is The Mecca, we have such a diverse population with each individual having their own spin on fashion. Getting dressed is second nature for us, but the layered confidence is our secret ingredient to make any look come together. Through that comfortability to push barriers, we have a legacy of setting trends, as indicated by the many alumni we have in the fashion and entertainment industry.
Keep scrolling for the top street style moments from The Mecca's Homecoming weekend:
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