Jena was such a special guest on my show. For such a small package, this beautiful woman packed a powerful punch. I’ll be the first to say there really wasn’t much to change about Jena at all, (I really liked her spunky Steampunk Style), except the perception Jena had on herself. This show reveals such amazing shades to every guest that our 1 hour show can hardly capture, but I think the best “reveal” is the one we can see, and that is when our guest goes home. Back to their normal life, normal closet, and where there are no cameras around, how do they really feel? What ends up being really reality? For Jena, this letter she wrote back to our producers said more than enough

Letter from Jena:

After seeing the episode on Style Network this past Saturday evening,
I began reflecting on all of the positive attributes that were brought
about in my life, because the whole team gave me a chance.  There are
so many great things that I learned of myself and others, that I never
knew were right beneath my nose the entire time.  The dark cloud that
had been following me around for years finally lost it’s grip on me,
and boom! Vanished.  I’ve come to realize that every single thing that
you do in life not only effects your own, but also, the lives of
others —  It’s a chain of events, that can work one way to leave you
in a muddled state of unawareness, or in just the opposite to better
yourself and to utilize those tools to help others.  I appreciate so
much everything that all of you have done for me, and the positive
results that came out of being on the show.

This is my vision; I’d like to write a one time blog for the Style
Network’s “How Do I Look?” portion of the website. In one page or less
and the final editing would be in the hands of the Network of course.
I believe that it would be very inspiring to other people that are in
a similar situation to what I was and am in.  I believe that since
you helped me out so much, and made me truly appreciate who I am as
well as those around me, that I am obligated to give back and promote
the positive elements of life and fashion to Style Network’s viewers.

Thanks for everything and I look forward to hearing from you telling
me what you think!

Hope all is well!  :)

–
Jena Marie Johnson

Jena, thank YOU for allowing us to be a part of your tremendous journey ahead.  For more about Jena, check out her phenom collections at her website: www.Jademadecouture.com. Knock em dead girl.

MAI CLOSET

Look 1:

Forever 21 Blazer & Earrings – www.forever21.com

Bebe Capris & Blouse – www.bebe.com

Badgley Mishka shoes – http://www.badgleymischka.com

Lenora Dame Necklace – www.lenoradame.com

Look 2:

Literature Noir pants – www.literatureclothing.com

H&M Bangles – www.hm.com

Top – www.avon.com

Report Signature shoes – www.reportshoes.com

Look 4:

Forever 21 Top & Earrings – www.forever21.com

Bebe Dress & Heels – www.bebe.com

King Baby Ring – www.kingbabystudio.com

Look 5:

Robert Rodriguez Jumper – www.robertrodriguezcollection.com

Zara shoes – www.zara.com

Look 6:

Ahh, this dress blew me away when I saw it! I’m never usually attracted to brown hues, but there was a sheen spectacular quality about this dress that had me off the hanger. Dying to know where to get? I’m dying to tell. Join me at mystyle.com to find out all the delish deets. Thank you for watching guys. See you next Saturday!

There’s only one thing I love than big gays. Ice cream. And Doug Quint, owner of this popular NYC  truck, melts the two together in such a perfect way that makes us all scream for ice cream.

If you readers can remember, the last time I took off to NYC, all I could think about was making my way to this truck. As a foodie I love researching what’s been on the tip of everyone’s tastebuds, and the only thing that mattered to me was making it to find this newest sensation. And guess what.. it’s exactly what you’d imagine. Blazin with a fabulous rainbow ice cream cone and packed with delightfully punny and gay goodies such as the Bea Arthur, it was a dream come true when I finally tracked it down. My gaydar is unrivaled, even with trucks. And the best news yet, I met the owner! I almost died. No. I melted.

During our quick convo I got the lowdown on the truck, WHEN (not if) it’s coming to LA, and if an item on the menu could be named after yours truly. And how you can help spread the love of this ice cream. Seriously! Watch the video below and let me know in the comments if you know anyone or anything that can help bring this Big Gay Ice Cream Truck to the West Coast.

Oh. And try not to drool while watching.

Click here to view the embedded video.

Look 1:

Karen Millen Dress

www.karenmillen.com

House of Harlow Bracelet

www.shopkitson.com

H&M Earrings

www.hm.com

Report Signature Shoes

www.reportshoes.com

Look 2 & 3:

Victoria’s Secret Shirt

www.victoriassecret.com

Cop Copine Pants

http://www.cop-copine.com/

Citrine Necklace

Look 4:

H&M Dress

www.hm.com

House of Harlow Jewelry

www.shopkitson.com

Martinez Valero Shoes

www.martinezvalero.com

Look 5:

Rachel Roy Jumper

www.rachelroy.com

Tiffany Kunz Earrings

www.tiffanykunz.com

Report Signature Shoes

www.reportshoes.com

Look 6: Every fashionista needs to own a full body jumper. It’s the new LBJ!

Betsey Johnson Jumper

www.betseyjohnson.com

Report Signature Shoes

www.reportshoes.com

A couple weeks ago our show How Do I Look on Style Network had the pleasure of shooting a series of commercials with everyone’s favorite online one-stop-shop, Zappos. The day was so much fun, thanks to the creative zest we were able to bring into the project as a whole. At the end, Zappos presented me with the most awesome gift a fashionista could ever have. An Alexander McQueen clutch. I grew up awe-inspired by all of McQueen’s work and his unwavering heart for the community. To own any of his pieces is an absolute honor. Thank you, Zappos family, for this moment I’ll never forget!

And very special thanks to Brooke Hyden, Kaya Fesci, and Emily Torch for all the work you do for How Do I Look. You guys rock!

Enjoy this video that took place the moment I met Tru Blu (what I later named my clutch.) Let it be a lesson to anyone who thinks it might be funny to get between a girl and her Zappos goodies!

Ahhh, this episode was a doozy. I can still remember standing there just bewildered at how Illiana, our guest on this week’s episode, tried everything to talk herself out of a makeover. If she walked off the show with even just a shirt that fit over her midriff, I would have been thrilled! However, at the end of the day Illiana had an amazing heart and turned when she saw how her ill-fitted clothing actually made her appear 2-3 sizes bigger than she actually was! She later told me off camera that she never realized the effects of her style could later teach her daughter the same low self-esteem, too. It was an episode I hope all mothers and daughters were able to bond over. What did you guys think?

And of course, here’s Mai Closet from this episode. Fun pieces, and especially representing a beautiful designer from Saigon, Vietnam named Rana Abodeely below. Enjoy, and of course tell me what your thoughts are all around!

Look 1: (above)

Rana Abodeely Shirt

http://ranaabodeely.com/

Betsey Johnson Earrings:

http://www.betseyjohnson.com/

H&M Shoes:

www.hm.com/us

Look 2:

Betsey Johnson Earrings

www.betseyjohnson.com

H&M Jacket:

www.hm.com/us

Nanette Lepore Ring:

www.nanettelepore.com

Zara Pants:

www.zara.com

Paolo Shoes:

www.paoloshoes.com

Look 4:

H&M Dress:

www.hm.com/us

Badgley Mishka Shoes:

http://www.badgleymischka.com/

Look 5:

Forever 21 Top:

www.forever21.com

Rich & Skinny Jeans

http://www.richandskinnyjeans.com/

Bebe Shoes:

www.bebe.com

As for this Reveal Dress below, I want you to guess who it is. Obvi if you’ve read my blog before you must know who!… Done guessing? I’m not telling…. you’ll have to head over to MyStyle.com to see the deets for this dress, and those yummy shoes to match. See you there!

You know what I don’t like?

Killjoys. Hopelessness. And the Negative Nancys of the world.

But you know what I really love?

Killjoys. Hopelessness. And the Negative Nancys of the world.

Here’s why: For every accomplishment in mai life, those naysayers had my panties so wadded into a bunch that standing around moping certainly didn’t straighten em out. Without these wonderful lil doom and gloomers, I would have never experienced what true joy, success, and faith feels like.

Which is why last week when Freddy and I decided to head up my routine hike up Runyon Canyon to fill my Prayer Box with paper and leave prayers for friends, this beautiful nightmare you’re about to watch occurred and has kicked my @$$ into high gear for the next few weeks.

Today marks the birthday of Prayer Box 3.0. The brainstorm begins.This has happened to me before, and it only gets better each and every time. So I’m looking for designers, carpenters, anyone with brilliant ideas, and of course prayers for the person that did this. Are you with me?? Bring it.

Getting red carpet ready is always so much fun. I LOVE these opps to give talented makeup artists, hairstylists, and designers their time to shine and feel honored to be their muse for the night. Especially since I myself started out as a MUA (makeup artist), I know how special it is to give a star their signature look for the eve–it’s a modern day Cinderella moment. And I’m so blessed to have such wonderful artists around me to give me their magic wand wave for the night.

I go to about 2-3 parties a week where I’ll link up with my favorite talents to help me get ready. If you read my blog alot you’ll see my faves are from my very own Pretty Posse from my show How Do I Look? on Style Network. Last week I got gussied up for the Comcast Entertainment Group Summer TCA Cocktail Party at the Beverly Hilton Hotel in Bev Hills. It was awesome being able to catch up with my fave faces like Michael Yo, the always dazzling Catt Sadler, sexy sistas like Danielle Fishel, Kristina Guerrero, and Amy Paffrath and more. Chatted it up with the Kardashians, and swapped tanning tricks with Olivia and Tracy of Jerseylicious, ha. Meanwhile Mel B. and I ooh’d and aah’d over our hot fits, and I still can’t get over Kendra’s slammin post mama bod. I’m honored to be a part of such a fun network that allows us each to shine in our very own way. From the staff that pumps out the sickest events to the stars that light em up, Style’s so got it goin on. I always look forward to the events we have because I know it’s gonna have lotsa glitz, yummy food, and lil special touches to make anyone feel VIP. Next best thing to being at these parties? Tuning in so you feel like part of the fam!

Thank you Shane Peacock for your gorgeous dress. Enjoy mai lil behind the scenes video below and do tell me what you think about the overall look!

As a fashionista, I gotchu. Being up fashion finds; I pride myself on being on it like a bonnet. As a foodie, I’m last season’s kogi taco. Lately Los Angeles has been tearin it up with the food truck trend and I’ve been too holed up in my office at Extra or on set at How Do I Look to experience the endless creative concoctions of banana pudding, sweet potato fries, or Korea pub grub. But this week I made it happen! After a long day of work I threw 2 foodie friends, a hungry huntin hubz, and my trusty Twitter navigator in the car to go stalk out The Green Truck, AnhJoo LA (who are the shiz for replying back asap), and Tauro’s Taco’s. Some advice for any of you to take this on:

1. Eat light at each stop! Do share your portions so you can cram more trucks in

2. Partake in the festivities the trucks may be parked at. Art shows, music festivals, support the community, and sometimes free booze for everyone but the DD, (designated driver.)

3. Pack the car with lotsa napkins. If you’re Asian, or a mom, this is probably already covered.

4. Perfect flippin a beotch (U turn) to avoid causing chaos, or getting a ticket. You’ll almost always be flying past the truck looking for it. Or you’re too busy nom nomming the last stop you ate.

Special thanks to Jedmeister for bringing the grub alive with his gorilla style editing.

More tips to come on mai Food Truck Chase #2. Till then, enjoy!

Look 1: Have I expressed my UH-bsession for Karen Millen anything lately?? For all you shorties out there who need to look a lil more bodacious for straight or athletic build bods, she’s the designer for you. And affordable, too!

Karen Millen Dress: www.karenmillen.com

House of Harlow Ring: http://www.shopkitson.com/index.php?pageId=2&manufacturer_name=HOUSE+OF+HARLOW+1960

Look 2 & 3: Hmm..as I’m looking at this picture I’m wondering why my hair is closer to God than even His angels. Whatever…I was uber comfortable after a long day in these booties and cardigan. And fine…leggings..but NOT shiny lycra ones!

H&M Sweater: www.hm.com/us

Zara Boots: www.zara.com

House of Harlow Jewelry: http://www.shopkitson.com/index.php?pageId=2&manufacturer_name=HOUSE+OF+HARLOW+1960

Look 4: Ahhhh! This was such a banging outfit for me because I was able to rock a “Roe”! Besides the blushing blue bf jacket that I so had to have the minute I perused Lit Noir’s collection, it was just perfect to pair with delish designer Victoria Roe, a talented (new Mrs!) I discovered in Saigon Vietnam. Her styles are incredibly loose and breezy in a contemporary chic way. Look out for this upcoming week’s pictures of me at the Style Network’s Give and Get Fete event where I’ll be wearing another one of her SIZZLING pieces from this collection!

Lenora Dame Necklace: www.lenoradame.com

Literature Noir Jacket: http://www.revolveclothing.com/brandpages/LiteratureNoir.jsp

Victoria Roe Shorts: www.victoriaroe.com

Zara Shoes: www.zara.com

Look 5: Wow wow wow. Can you believe this entire outfit is like… 60 bangin bucks without accessories?? I LOVE that my stylista Bory Tan will dig from rags to riches for fashion finds…which is why we snagged this skirt at Forever 21.  And you really don’t need any further accessories with the skirt being so prominent with bold buttons against the fun bubble shape. There’s nothing like pairing a crisp business shirt with anything, adds a profesh zest to any girly piece. And I especially adore the bodyshit shirts from Vicky Secrets, super affordable, and allows you to twist, reach, and bend without having to re-tuck!

Robindira Unsworth Ring & Necklace: www.robindira.com

Victoria’s Secret Shirt: www.victoriassecret.com

Forever 21 skirt: www.forever21.com

Bebe shoes: www.bebe.com

Look 6: Ahhh… there’s so much to be said about this wonderful dress. Especially my fave lil secret about sequins..but I have the BEST place to take you to find out what that is. Head to mystyle.com/how do I look to get the final details on this sequin stunner. The easiest piece that’s a must to own..and why!

Love you guys! Lemme know any questions you have at all..and do dvr this next Sat’s episode coming up. She’s a unique case of couture you CAN’T possibly miss

Ha, and really I say that with a scoff. Genevieve couldn’t have been more the nicest, sweetest, most loving mother I could have met. And that sisterly bond she shared with her twin??? Made me wish I was a double too! All in all, another style success, and I’m honored to also share the wardrobe that helped me cheer along in the journey. Special thanks as always to Mai Pretty Posse who take my specific style wishes and bring them to life with amazeballs showroom pulls, shopping at the below stores, and gorgeous hair and makeup to finish off the look. And my Reveal DRESS you all tweeted over the moon for…it was def one of Mai Mustys to have in ur closet!

Look 1:

Look 2 & 3:

Look 4

Ok, I’m a minnie Mai being only 5’4, and harem pants can either make our break the length you need in legs. Les Sang below ROCKED this pair, and u can also check out her things on my home page link

Look 5:

Forever 21 Top

Kira Plastinina Skirt
Shoes from Redlight PR (by Paprika Shoes)

Look # 6

Ok, so here’s the dilio. My twitter went off the twain when this dress came onscreen. And rightfully so, it fits gorgeously on ANY bod! And yall are gonna die when I tell you where you, too, can get it. Are you ready? Click onto How Do I Look on Mystyle.com to find out how you can get this dress, and the unexpected accessory piece WE added to it to make it smashtastic. Get a tombstone. You’re gonna die.