NEW BALANCE | OOTD / February 8, 2017 by EUREKA CALHOUN

Happy Wednesday! Recently had an epiphany and realized I have lost my no nonsense, fearless approach to style. It's easy to get into a style rut and forget that once upon a time you gravitated towards edgy style choices. In my early 20's I probably made a lot of fashion mistakes that wasn't considered fashion forward. But fashion has never dictated my style choices and I love the fact I didn't play it safe and at the very least my looks were exciting. In the recent years I have noticed my go-to outfits are basic as hell. Evolving into a signature style is a necessity but somewhere along the way I lost my edge. I have welcomed the process of finding a balance between the archived spicy Eureka and the present day Eureka with open arms!

This look will work for anyone no matter the age or size and the fun part is all about accessories to spice up a not so basic outfit. When I first saw this gorgeous blazer in the Banana Republic I grabbed it and immediately my mind knew exactly how I wanted to christen this new treasure. It screams classic with a dash of unexpected chicness. The foundation of the look is my winter go-to's Free People faux leather pants and Brian Atwood booties. Adding a embroidered clutch and the hottest shades right now is the perfect pairing. Lastly, a dash of bright colored purple hair and my new favorite red lipstick Shanghai Scarlet by L'oreal effortlessly completed this OOTD!

Photographer:  Aaron J. Velasquez — Photographer: Aaron J. Velasquez

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SHADES : Michael Kors | FAUX FUR COLLAR BLAZER : Banana Republic - SOLD OUT (Similar) | CASHMERE TURTLENECK : Lord & Taylor (Similar) | FAUX LEATHER PANTS : Free People SOLD OUT (Similar ) | BOOTIES : Brian Atwood (Seen here) | CLUTCH : Tadashi SOLD OUT (Similar) | BELT : Vintage Old

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Do you feel like you are in a style rut or do you have champagne taste on a tap water budget? As we evolve as individuals the basic principles of upgrading your style can become too much of a task to bear. All hope is not lost, check out my budget friendly blog post "5 Steps To Develop Your Personal Style" and start your style journey today.

Until next time with love,

Eureka

CLASSIC BLACK | OOTD / February 3, 2016 by EUREKA CALHOUN

Happy Hump Day! Wednesday's are sort of a weekly celebration for me. I have a mid-week ritual of reflection which allows me the freedom to figure out what is left to accomplish and relax with friends for dinner and drinks. In the spirit of reflection, one of my favorite past times, wearing “Classic Black” is sort of my ode to celebrating Black History Month! The annual celebration is time to recognize Black History and shed light on the precious gift bestowed to this country. I'm looking forward to diving deep and learning about the accomplishments of famous and lesser-known African-Americans within a rich environment of peers. African American style is deeply rooted in our heritage and american culture! Complex mag complied an amazing list of "The 25 Greatest Black Fashion Designers" to date, check out the article here. Black History and the classics will always trend-send time and this post is only a tiny, tiny way I can honor the people who have paved the way for us!

Wearing all black will allow even a simple pair of gold hoops to shine against your monochromatic (wearing different variations of one color) ensemble.

Trench coat- Eile Tahari (seen here)  * Cashmere turtleneck - Lord & Taylor (similar here) * Skirt - Elizabeth & James (similar here) * Booties - Brian Atwood (similar here) * Sunglasses - Miu Mui (similar here) * Earrings – M… — Trench coat- Eile Tahari (seen here) * Cashmere turtleneck - Lord & Taylor (similar here) * Skirt - Elizabeth & James (similar here) * Booties - Brian Atwood (similar here ) * Sunglasses - Miu Mui (similar here) * Earrings – Michael Kors (seen here) * Lip Stick color - Mac Flat Out Fabulous.

Black History Month or National African American History Month, is an event that grew out of “Negro History Week,” the brainchild of noted historian Carter G. Woodson and other prominent African Americans. Since 1976, every U.S. president has officially designated the month of February as Black History Month. To my surprise other countries around the world, Canada and the United Kingdom recognize the national holiday too.

Provided below are various events honoring Black History Month in Oklahoma City. Mark your calendars, grab your friends, and prepare yourself to create memories of enlightenment!

Don't forget sharing is caring!!!!!!!

WAKE UP "THE REAL BLACK AMERICA"

THE HISTORY OF NAACP IN OKLAHOMA

HISTORY SPEAKS - 1968 GOLD MEDALISTS JOHN CARLOS AND TOMMIE SMITH

AFAM BLACK FILM FESTIVAL - THE BLACK POWER MIXTAPE (1967-1975) * DARK GIRLS * FINDING THE GOLD WITHIN

FREEDOM'S HOPE WITH JANA BROWN

AFRICAN AMERICAN EDUCATION IN OKLAHOMA WITH DR. DONNIE L. NERO SR.

WOMEN IN WAR ZONES BY EBONY IMAN DALLAS

THE BLACK PANTHERS: VANGUARD OF THE REVOLUTION

Until next time,

1 ❤️ Eureka

THE GRAPHIC EFFECT | OOTD / January 28, 2016 by EUREKA CALHOUN

Hope your week is going great beautiful people. We are finally over the hump!! . As a child, I was always fascinated by graphic buildings and interiors. Coupled with my new love for graphic t-shirts and maxi skirts, it only made sense to center this OOTD (Outfit of the Day) around buildings with super cool graphics. What better way to live out your childhood by displaying some of your favorite past times through personal style and as a colorful backdrop. If you are worried a graphic t-shirt isn't your style, focus on pieces you can style with…..like a maxi skirt and cropped leather jacket or blazer. Give me a graphic tee, with jeans or a maxi skirt with a photo worthy thigh high split and I’m in style heaven. The influx of these staple pieces is something I will always gravitate too. Graphics are presently taking over the fashion world and can be seen all over the runways, from Stella McCartney to Missoni. What’s so great about this outfit, the pieces are versatile and can be transitioned into my fall/winter to summer/spring wardrobe and incredibly comfy!!!!