What I Wore: Full Figured Fashion Week Atlanta Casting 2016

All Black Everything! Off Shoulder Body Suit and Faux Leather Joggers | Asos 

Hey Diva,
So...this past weekend, I attended the Atlanta casting for Full Figured Fashion Week where I auditioned for a spot on the runway in New York city this summer! Now in it's seventh year, Full Figured Fashion Week is the HAUTEST fashion affair catering to the plus size industry.
Hundreds of plus models from all over the country audition every year for one of the coveted spots on the runway during Full Figured Fashion Week. Only a handful are chosen and this year, I decided to give it a shot! 

Plus Model / Pageant Queen ChaKiva Latrell

For my audition, I wore a super cute but simple off the shoulder body suit and leather joggers by Asos. Both pieces fit me perfectly,  I am very pleased. The leather joggers are from the Asos Curve collection and I must say, they do hug my curves just right!

 

For my audition, I wanted a look that was chic and effortless. But it also had to be SIMPLE which is a hard concept for me to grasp sometimes. I will be the first to admit that I am "extra" and I usually go overboard! I don't mean to...I just can't help it sometimes, LOL!  Luckily for me, I now have real friends that pull me back in when I start to "go there".

Auditions for Full Figured Fashion Week will go on through the end of March and the producers will be traveling to various cities looking for the HAUTEST plus models. Just hope I make the cut.

Until next time,

Smooches!
Cha'Kiva Latrell aka The Spoiled Diva

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Avenue #Avebeyou Top 10 Photo Contest

Cha'Kiva Latrell - Avenue Photo Contest

Hey Diva,
So...I'm sure you have heard about the Avenue "selfie" photo contest. Just to recap, the Avenue announced a photo contest where they asked ladies to submit their most stylish looks wearing pieces from the Avenue and using the hashtag #avebeyou.

The prizes include a $500 gift card from Avenue, a trip to New York to attend an Avenue photo shoot and become an Avenue model for a day with accommodations in a grand hotel and a NYC night out on the town and the grand prize...drum-roll please...an all-inclusive 5 day/4 night vacation for two – including airfare and transportation! PLUS the grand prize winner will be awarded a 3 day/2 night trip with 1 guest to New York City to attend an Avenue photo shoot and become an Avenue model for a day with accommodations in a grand hotel and a NYC night out on the town!

The idea of a photo shoot for the brand sounds absolutely amazing and I just could not pass on this opportunity of a lifetime! So, I threw my hat into the ring with a selfie I took on my birthday this past summer in a sexy black sequin skirt from Avenue!

 

Each week for three weeks, the submission with the highest number of votes from the public was selected as the winner of a $100.00 Avenue gift card.

 

I was blessed and honored to be the week one winner, who would have guessed that a photo I took in my bathroom mirror for fun back in the summer would garner me this awesome reward!

My win, secured me a place in the top ten and I can't begin to tell you how excited I am. Voting on the top ten will continue until Sunday November 8, 2015. From there, the top 5 submissions with the highest number of votes will be named the final five.

From there, its up to a judges panel consisting of staff and models from Avenue to select the three winners. The excitement is definitely building, and three ladies will certainly have a life changing experience. I do pray one of them will be me!

I would love your support, please click here to cast your vote for me. There is no registration or sign-up. Just click and vote!

Read all of the details about the Avenue contest and rules here.

Until next time.



Smooches,
Cha'Kiva Latrell aka The Spoiled Diva
Follow me on Instagram: @chakivalatrell

The Avenue Love Your "Selfie" Photo Contest

 

The Aveneue Selfie Photo Contest

Hey Diva,

So... earlier this week, The Avenue announced an online photo contest and they asked the question, "What's your selfie worth"? The contest runs through the month of October and each week, all you need do is upload your best selfie according to the theme. This weeks theme is best weekend outfit.

Then, beg your friends and family to VOTE for you! Just a heads up, you'll probably have to beg over and over again because we all know how hard it is to get people to simply click a darn LIKE button. Ya'll know I'm telling the truth!

Anyway, my faithful friends already know I love the art of a good selfie ( and yes, it is an art). You must capture the correct lighting, angles, mood, depth of field...yadda, yadda, yadda!

You can find all the contest details here. Now remember, this is a selfie photo contest, so it's ok to
do-it-yourself. Finally a photo contest where selfies are ok! 

...and if you don't mind, how about showing my entry some love, I'm rocking a black sequin skirt from The Avenue and a black feather trimmed lace top and obi belt by none other than Spoiled Diva by CL Felder...I just  love a contest that focuses on self love! Click here to vote.

Vote Now

Until next time.



Smooches,
The Spoiled Diva
Follow me on Instagram and Twitter @thespoileddiva 

Weekend Style - White Tee and Pencil Skirt

Cha'Kiva Latrell - The Spoiled Diva

Hey Diva,
I don't know about you but I totally live for the weekend! Especially a laid back, carefree weekend.

Leather Trim Pencil Skirt | Spoiled Diva by CL Felder

Sandals | Steve Madden

Handbag | Michael Kors

Sunglasses | Valentino

This past weekend, I served up black and white with a pop of raspberry! Who says you can't be cute in a plain white tee, pencil skirt and flats? 

The pencil skirt is one of my personal faves from Spoiled Diva by CL Felder. It comes in many colors and prints. You even have the option of adding a cute little black, faux leather rosette pin which is sold separately...get them here!

 So diva...what's your fave weekend look?
 Until next time.



Smooches,
The Spoiled Diva
Follow me on Instagram and Twitter @thespoileddiva

Lady in red!

Cha'Kiva Latrell of Diary of a Spoiled Diva

Hey Diva,
There is just something about the color red, right? I don't know about you but it makes me feel all kinds of sexy! I wore this red gown a couple of weekends ago to a pageant that I hosted and it was met with rave reviews.

The gown, courtesy of one of my fave retailer's Macy's, is super slinky and has a beautiful fit. Fit is extremely important to me. I worked professionally in the corporate world as a technical designer for several major retailers and I know the difference that good fit makes in a garment.

Anyway, back to the main subject...me, and this super sexy red dress! I paired it with a tribal inspired gold metallic necklace and drop earrings accented with rhinestones and a matching cuff bracelet. My shoes are gold as well with rhinestone accent. After all, I was attending a pageant event where rhinestones reign supreme!

Until next time.



Smooches,
The Spoiled Diva
Follow me on Instagram and Twitter @thespoileddiva

All dolled up in LACE!

Look by Spoiled Diva by CL Felder

Hey Diva,

There aren't too many things sexier than lace...and these Spoiled Diva by CL Felder lace tops and lace crop tops are a perfect Spring wardrobe staple! Pair them with jeans, a pencil skirt, a maxi skirt, or whatever your heart desires.

Our lace tops and lace crop tops are handmade to order locally right in our Atlanta, GA studio by founder/designer Cha'Kiva Latrell. They are available in sizes Small - 2XL with or without feathers and in a rainbow of colors. If you need a different size or color, just ask us.

Black Feather Trim Lace Top | Spoiled Diva by CL Felder

Blue Feather Trim Lace Crop Top | Spoiled Diva by CL Felder

Purple Feather Trim Lace Crop Top | Spoiled Diva by CL Felder

Get the look at www.spoileddivaonline.com.

Until next time.



Smooches,
The Spoiled Diva
Follow me on Instagram and Twitter @thespoileddiva

DIY Faux Fur Trimmed Cape

Hey Diva,

As you know, capes are super HAUTE right now and I just know you’ve seen them all over the runways! But did you know that you can make your own in several easy steps? I created this one without a sewing machine, and today, I will show you exactly how I did it!

Step 1. Start with about 1 yard of fleece or wool. Perhaps you have an old fleece blanket that you can use. Fold it in half length wise with the selvage edges together. Then, fold in half a second time. Cut a small half circle for the neckline. Do not cut too deep or the neckline will be too large! If you want, go ahead and round off the bottom edge.

Step 2. Open the cape and lay flat. Cut down the center front on one layer. If you want, you can create armholes on the front of your cape. Mark the position for your armholes and cut slits about 12" long through one layer. I trimmed my armholes with faux leather remnants! You can either hand stitch the faux leather to the cape or use a hot glue gun.

Step 3. I finished the neckline with a neck facing and the outer edge of the caps with black faux leather piping. Ladies, this is where your creativity kicks in. You can finish your edges however you choose...perhaps with fur trim, with pinking shears, or a simple hem. It's up to you, GET CREATIVE! Again, you can either hand sew your embellishments, hot glue gun them, or if you are savvy with a sewing machine...go for it!

 

For the final step, I embellished the neckline with faux fur and added a crown pin. Then, I added simple hook and eye closures at the center front to close it. 

 

What do you think…easy right? I’d love to see your DIY cape designs, please share!

Until next time.


Smooches,
The Spoiled Diva
Follow me on Instagram and Twitter @thespoileddiva