Sunday, October 3, 2010
A Woman's Worth...
My thoughts came while I was stopping at corner store. I looked over and noticed a young heavy set woman, in a car with a burly man. There was an infant in the back seat, and the man was smoking. Now on first sight the normal person radar would drop all kind of assumptions and say, they were “trailer trash” or “why is she with him” or just whatever negative connotations they would have drummed up in their heads. At first sight I even wondered what was up with what I was staring at. The girl had a pretty face, but she was plump. She would be disregarded by society because she didn’t fit the mold. And despite first impressions, it was her facial expression that said it all too me. As the man in the driver seat was smoking his cigarette, he was also yelling at her about something, and based on her facial expression and her eyes looking down, it was apparent he was demeaning her about something. The baby was crying in the back, and everything else became crystal clear: she thought that this was what she deserved. This was the best she was going to do, so she settled for it. I’m not saying because she was “heavy set” that this is what she deserves… but had she been a model, I’m sure she would be in a Benz being showered with all kinds of gifts (still could be getting treated unfairly, but while being lavished) I thought to myself how unfair it was how we let our self worth, or what we value of our own self worth to determine what we deserve. In no way am I placing judgment, but what I am saying is, no matter what your situation is, or how we “appear” , one thing is for sure… we deserve the best.
K
At the Top.. there is no looking down.
My biggest complaint is those who will do anything to get to the top, including cutting others down, treat them like crap, and spit them out. What is so great about being at the top, that you have to hurt everyone while trying to get there? At some point you will have to get down, and if you ever been to the empire state building, that’s a long gruesome fall. And that’s just it, the ride down isn’t a pleasant one, it’s a painful one. But I guess that’s just what they will have encountered when they get there.
In no way do I feel like a left behind-er , but I will admit that lately I have been encountering people that are eager for fame, popularity, and money all for the wrong reasons. The sad part about it, is while they are at the top, their tears will be falling down, and no one will be there to catch them…
Just food for thought.
Kj
Sunday, September 26, 2010
A Glam Society...
Saturday, September 4, 2010
Style Profile: The Glamourotti... Fashion is Forever Farewell
Style Profile: SOUND OFF TO THE BOSCO... BRITTANY BOSCO that is!
Friday, August 20, 2010
Super –Artificial-Plastic-Silicone-a Docious…
How did beautiful equate to being morphed and distorted? I find it hard to digest the “beautiful people” of this world deceive us with their outer beauty, that has been molded to look like something similar to plastic packaging. They say God loves us just the way we are, but if the story serves me right; I thought we were made out of clay not polymer?
It has indeed bothered me that every where I go, I see non stop images of these so called women who are beautiful that have been “tweaked” here and there. Their noses, cheeks, and lips looking like something similar to fifth element. I don’t even get how that is even beautiful to look like an alien. Infact I’m conflicted to how it is even appropriate that people do all that to themselves and are still insecure. I get stuff like braces, the dermatologist, and even hair extensions; however I don’t get looking like a beauty pageant rejectt fresh out of the microwave. By the way you never hear people say “OMG, her nose looks amazing!” … in fact you hear suspicion in peoples voices, “I bet she got her nose done, because she looks weird.” I mean I get it, you shouldn’t even care what people think, but at the same time, if it aint broke don’t fix it. I believe if you’re not happy with what you look like, than by all means change it, but some change is irreversible and damaging. MY opinion (which doesn’t even matter) is work on the things that really are important like an attitude. Cause lately some people’s attitudes I have encountered have been ridiculous and as they say “off the chain.”
Happy botox…
-K
Alone....
I … a single letter, that’s in a single space, which is a single word, which is a single person, containing a single soul.
A hug with no arms to wrap around, a kiss with no others lips.
A story ears have never heard, a hand that never met hands which have never been touched.
Alone.
A space contained, a space maintained, a space remained… despite seeking comfort
There’s nothing to claim.
Lost in thoughts, Lost in fears, Lost in dreams, Lost in tears.
Sometimes productive, sometimes stale, sometimes inventing, sometimes sitting still.
Alone.
Even in the brightest light is the darkest hour, an infinite night,
A hole so deep, a wound so great, an infliction so raw, a desire to escape…
Yet…
We stand among many, neither coming nor going, and though there are plenty, we are still…
Alone.
“One Small Step for Man… and Giant Step for the Fashioned Kind…”
So, it time to get to strutting…
The Truth about Kitty...
Kitty is soft, she is gentle, she is fragile…
Sometimes kitty does whatever she wants, and it may not be the best choices…
But it felt good at the time.
Kitty at times feels blue, and if you make her mad sometimes Kitty see’s red.
Kitty can be feisty, especially when she gets wet… but feels good when she lays next to you in bed.
Sometimes kitty just wants to be pet, sometimes kitty just wants to play, sometimes kitty just feels.
Sunday, July 25, 2010
Spring Cleaning... some things just go out of season.
That way when you start cleaning out your closet, you don’t find yourself holding on to any “loose garments” that otherwise had you tied. I use to believe or even think that family was different from friends, and lovers were different from friends, but then I started to see that: your friends become your family, you have to be friends with your lovers just to make it last, and your family probably treats you the worst. I then came to the conclusion that it is best to just place them in their season, and when that season comes and pass, a new one will take its place. Leaving the “classic” pieces that usually last forever.
- K
Monday, July 19, 2010
Calling all fashion... I mean Artist!
Seemingly,in the world of fashion and the world of art, it becomes a match made in heaven. So, is it any surprise the fashion would begin to embrace more abstract and artistic concepts? Of course your probably like "duh jenius, fashion is art.."But I on the contrary think it is a bleeding thin line between art and fashion emulating art.
I'm looking at the bigger "picture" of fashion painting hommage to art, whether it's Basquiat prints on dress, keith harring printed tunics and bathing suits, to flamboyant displays at both artistic venues (I.e. And art gallery) and the over the top fashion afficinados, hoping to be seen.
Either way, it's a beautiful thing, sure to capture an artist attention!
Saturday, July 3, 2010
Gold Diggers, Nice Guys, and Black Women... OH MY
Gold Diggers: let’s start with my favorite, the girl who uses her looks to get what she wants. She really doesn’t have much going for her at all (except for fake tits and a tan.) These are your vixens that weave it up, glue it up, and serve it up to the mini- banks known as rich men. The cliché here is that rich men actually seek these type of women (but then complain when they take half) It’s really an interesting mix, to date a super “hot” woman with not much substance and be with the overbearing alpha male who uses his financial power as power itself. These ladies have been under scrutiny because some of these rich men have taken it public (cough cough slim thug :@ ) who feel that women only date them for their money and want them to take care of them…
My Take: once again society has murdered off another societal role (or rather gender role) to question. My question is what the “EFF” is it… do you want to the woman to work, or not?? I’m kind proud of these women because they are staying in their place as far as what “society” deems the women to be: THE BETA HUMAN. Some call this the “Receiver”, where the male has always been considered the “Provider”. The problem is that both parties are in extremes. I definitely am not an advocate for manipulation and I don’t think we should succumb ourselves to being used, but let’s face it, these groups of people attract each other because of their “insecurities”. Which really this is a case of insecurity, because rich men feel the need to have the “trophy wife” on their arm to validate their status. These women seek out these rich men, because in order to keep up with their “appearance” they have to have money…. So it works for them. My only request is rich men stop complaining that women want you to just take care of them, and pay their bills (because you make yourself susceptible by doing such stupid actions, grown ups should be able to take care of themselves.) and Gold Diggers, stop digging for gold, before you end up alone at 45 with 4 kids (from different rich fathers) and realize that eventually your well will run dry. ( I mean you can tkeep getting divorces to keep up with your Benz ! ) until then… it’s a match made in heaven!
Nice Guys: these are those sweet guys, who will do just about anything… ANYTHING! That’s the issue with nice guys (really nice people in general) you become a target for mistreatment. I would know because I suffered from the nice girl syndrome for a while, until I realized I needed to shift my paradigm. Now let me be the first to say, mean people are horrible, and there is nothing endearing about them. (yet they attract everyone…)
My Take: the saying “Nice Guys Finish Last” is a resounding statement, and in many instances nice people do tend to finish last. But the ultimate joy is that they finish and they get what they want .(even if it takes a while) The truth is that there has to be a balance, which is the one thing that nice people can tend to lack. Because no one wants a “pushover”, anyone that can be easily manipulated, will be. The world is already messed up, so the goal is to not eradicate the “nice guys” because we need them. We just need you nice guys to be a little tougher and not be afraid to say “NO”, because I openly desire Nice Guys! Big time , such endearing quality!
Last but certainly not least … Black Women…
Oh my sisters who have been under such scrutiny for quite some time. It’s definitively an issue how as of late black women have been shoved under the bus more frequently. If it isn’t an issue about black men dating white women, black women having attitudes, and all black women are single… I will just add that BLACK PEOPLE as a whole are seriously wounded. We have allowed the media and society (and don’t forget slavery) to hate ourselves even more. I myself am a black woman, and have had quite a few bad experiences with black men, that I could sit here and bash, but at the end of the day, I have met awesome black men and women (as well as from other races), and I can honestly say black people are not that bad. But no matter what color you are, Black women really are strong creatures. I am not a single mother, nor having to work three jobs to put a roof over my head, and I don’t exactly live in the ghetto (however I do live in the hood, and that was by choice)BUT I know a lot of black women who do or are in those situations, and have had to put up with very “unfortunate” males (which there are more of them than there are fortunate ones). That’s neither here nor there, the one thing that I will speak against is the fact that the media or society is trying to paint BLACK PEOPLE as unable to attain healthy relationships. It’s unfortunate that when we meet people, we don’t get to read their life story which explains why many of us are they way we are.
My Take: For those black men or other races who feel that black women are nothing but fat, lazy women, with attitudes, I would say to you: 1. Turn off your damn t.v. and actually meet some cool black females. 2. I HAVE MET MANY WOMEN FROM OTHER RACES WITH HORRIBLE ATTITUDEs, either they are looking down at you or nagging you. 3. Although there are some overweight women in the black community, there are a lot of healthy sized ones as well, and to be honest there are fat people all over America (and I don’t use that loosely to offend anyone, I’m just saying obesity is a problem in the united states.) and to my beautiful black women, don’t fall into the hype, and understand we are facing adversities, and those successful black men are very few; however don’t focus on the fact that your single, or that black men don’t want you (cause I know a lot of brothers who love brown skin) just focus on being the best PERSON you can be. DON’T SETTLE, and when you do get a good black man… PLEASE DON’T FUCK IT UP, cause they come a penny a dozen lol!!! Don’t hate yourselves, because you’re already hated enough because of the color of skin, so love it even more…
And that’s all I have to say about that…
Peace
karyn
Style Profile: Puerto Rico... Mi Hogar Futura
Every once in a while a girl needs a little get away, a get away to rejuvenate and refresh. I have to say it was a break I surely needed! From the moment I landed I fell in love. The people were wonderful, the scenery was romantic, and the beaches were like orgasmic ! I stayed in Condado, San Juan, an up and coming part of the island, though there were things that reminded me of home, I definitely felt like I was in another country! I wouldn’t even know where to begin on my trip, but all I can say it, is definitely somewhere that everyone should visit (after all it is a US Territory, No password needed.) if you decide to go to this amazing country check out the beaches (I loved Condado, but Culebra island and palomino island are goooooorgeous!) if we could marry islands because they gives us the comfort that we needed, count me one lucky bride! VAYA con PUERTO RICO, la isla is MUY HERMOSA!
Ciao
-K
Overcoming CREATIVE DEPRESSION!
Sunday, May 16, 2010
26 in the city..
Trust me it can be chanllenging, especially when your seeking a step of faith and all the churchy religous people you meet or know do foul things that make one question their validty or rather the "creators" validity, when in truth, they only represent their human nature. And we can't always live a life of "no worries or problems" because that is not realistic either. but again i digress. I may not live to see my next birthday, but I know that this year, I have taken a stand, and i have chosen a step of faith... it may be difficult alot of the times, and it may cause me to stand alone many times, but in a time of confusion, I need the peace that YAWEH has to offer.
SAVE THE ARTS!
if we cut all these programs that channel childrens creativity, who is going to be are next architects, who is going to design the next "i phone", tv commercial, home to build, cars to drive, music to listen too??? its more that just painting pictures... someone has to learn how to draw, compose, edit, and polish. THOSE ALL STEM FROM THE ARTS. Though some exert more creativity than others ( i.e. fashion, music, etc.) the point is even in your advertising to building structures someone has to learn it. I have a strong argument, and i would love to type it out, and keep the momentum going but the truth is, 1. i'm tired, 2. we have to take a stand or our future is going to be our own demise (trust me I'm working with the future, and i'm trying to cultivate a culture it ) but it's hard. WE HAVE TO SAVE THE ARTS. WE HAVE TO!
Times are Changing...We are all ROBOTS
So you know Couture... EDWIN D'angelou smacks down.
Sunday, April 18, 2010
So Fresh and SOoo Clean... New Kids on the Block
COCO and BREEZY "Gemela Amor"
these fashion maves are not only twins but the pioneers of their very own optical elite fashion line "Coco and Breezy", spawning couture for the fashionable "ojos" of the world. with edgy and futuristic designs, their stylish glasses have been worn by celcbrties from Kelly Osburne, Ashanti, Ciara, and Ri Ri just to name a few... Prices range from 100-125, check them out http://www.cocoandbreezy.com/
Thomas Wylde
Thomas Wylde,introduceshis ecclectic brand of studded, skulled, and punked handbags and accessories to the world of fashion. taking ovver the industry with gothic yet chic designs, Thomas Wylde is the Bestsey Johnson of subdue chicness :).
Check out his collection
Style that is Cut into Pieces.... Gucci Cut Out Collection
This Season Gucci has revamped its collection following suit with the "futuristic" chic trend that is going on... Definitely giving that edward scissors hands look a plus. I order a black cut out from saks.com to wear for the 26th bday... sure to be working it for the kiddies! ;)
kisses
-k
Style Profile: Fashion Architect Karyn Jenius on Kaima Vixen
Prelude to vixen... its coming... enjoy
-k
Karyn Jenius on Kaima Vixen 2010 Jewelry Line from karynjenius on Vimeo.
Sunday, February 21, 2010
"Fashion is Forever" Fashion Week 2010 Documentary by Karyn Jenius
Greetings my fashionable ppl... as another year comes around i experienced again the great opourtunity to go to one of the fashion capitols hottest seasonal celebration : 2010 Mercedes-benz Fashion Week... a place where all style mavens and fashionistos come together a real "fashion nation under the groove" lol
anyway i captured my adventrous journey with my artist pal Yve St. L'Paint as we took over the big apple, now before you get excited this is my FIRST feature for more than 3 min so excuse the shaky camera, annoying watermark from my software, and sometimes audio. LOL
I never said i was Jerry Bruckheimer... its about 26 min so i hope you enjoy, laugh, cry (out of joy) and come on us with this crazy fashionable journey!
enjoy!
Fashion Week 2010 Documentary with Karyn Jenius from karynjenius on Vimeo.
Style Profile: A True Fashion Statement...
enjoy!
kisses
k
Thursday, February 18, 2010
Rain, Sleet, or Snow... cant nobody keep me away !!
IT felt sooo good to be on familiar territory again, the air, the sights, the sounds of new york. Most importantly as a style maven, embracing my yearly fix (to which i think i'm becoming a pro at... thanks willie dean :) ) is getting my kicks off at New Yorks Mercedes Benz Fashion week!
I have to admit i was a little worried that the snow would pinch my plans, but anyone who knows the jenius, knows that she is a "go-getter", and with elbow grease, prayer, and bad ass pair of fishnets, snow couldnt keep me away from the most wonderful time of the year (and it aint christmas!). Make sure you check out my first FASHION DOCUMENTARY of the whole experience!!! until next time ciao!
pics: me front row at couture week fashion shows, and with Victoria Secret Super Model and my Naija Sista Oluchi
Monday, February 1, 2010
Kaima Fashion T.V. The Artist of Style Yves St. Lapaint
Artist Yve St. Lapaint dishes on her personal style as well as talks about her current exhibit, check her out her on Kaima Fashion t.v.
kisses
k
Kaima Fashion T.V. The Glamourotti Fashion Stylist Andrea Harrell
Check out Ms. Andrea Harrell of the Glamourotti @ www.glamourotti.com
peace
Kj