As I stood in the heart of Lenox Mall in Atlanta, my heart swelled with excitement. The moment I had been manifesting and dreaming of had finally come to fruition – I was about to host an event at none other than Bloomingdale’s, a luxury store I had frequented for years. The occasion? A Black History Month celebration aptly named “Legacy in Session.”
The journey to this incredible opportunity had been nothing short of extraordinary. When I got the news that I would be hosting at Bloomingdales, I called a dear friend of mine to share the news with her and she reminded me of how I kept manifesting this moment. Last year I kept declaring that I would host at one of the big luxury stores like Saks, Bloomingdales or Neiman Marcus. When I got the call from Alexandria Ali, CEO of FW Style , I pinched myself. She told me that the event will be sponsored by Hallmark through their Hallmark Mahogany division. I pinched myself even harder because WOW!!!. All the cards I have ever bought in my life were made by Hallmark….and so fast forward to sitting in a meeting with the Hallmark team and going over the plan for the event. On the outside I was really composing myself but on the inside I was in shock. Like how am I on a call with the marketing team at Hallmark…*faints*.
I would like to give a massive shout out to Alexandria Ali, CEO of FW Style. THANK YOU for mentioning my name in a BIG ROOM. I was not present but you mentioned my name, sent them to my Instagram page and they were instantly sold. Alexandria, the Bloomingdales and the Hallmark team poured their hearts and souls into planning every detail of the event. From curating a diverse lineup of talented performers and speakers to creating a captivating ambiance that exuded elegance and pride, They wanted every aspect of “Legacy in Session” to reflect the essence of Bloomingdale’s itself – sophistication, style, and inclusivity.
The day of the event arrived, and I couldn’t help but feel a mix of emotions – excitement, nervousness, and overwhelming gratitude. As I walked through the grand doors of Bloomingdale’s, I couldn’t help but think back to all the times I had shopped there, imagining what it would be like to host an event within its hallowed halls. Now, it was a reality.
As I took the stage, I felt a profound sense of purpose. I welcomed the audience with gratitude, thanking Bloomingdale’s for opening its doors to this celebration of Black excellence. I knew that this event was not just about us but about the collective dream of those who had paved the way for people like me to stand on that stage.
“Legacy in Session” was a resounding success, and the memory of that day will forever be etched in my heart. Bloomingdale’s had become the backdrop for a celebration of culture, history, and the enduring legacy of the Black community. It was a dream come true, and I couldn’t have been more thankful for the opportunity to bring this vision to life.
Now for the fashionnnnnnn!!!. I love to wear and represent Nigeria everywhere I go. I make it a point to buy and wear mostly Nigerian especially when I am working on a big stage. I have had this Imade Eduso playsuit for at least 2 years now. Its sat in my closet as I did not know when it would be appropriate to wear it. I host mostly Weddings and Corporate events so I did not know when showing legs would be appropriate, I paired it with my soft pink Versace Medusa leather round bag. I have mostly carried this bag as a casual cross body but I figured a way to make it more formal. Its sold out on the Versace Website but I found it on Poshmark . Of course my Amina Muaddi’s came to play, This blue is hardly worn by me for some reason.
As I left Bloomingdale’s that evening, I knew that this was just the beginning of an incredible journey. “Legacy in Session” had left an indelible mark, and I was more determined than ever to continue sharing the stories and achievements of the Black community, both in my work as an emcee and in my everyday life.
So, to anyone who has a dream and is willing to put in the effort to make it a reality, I say this: Keep believing, keep working, and keep manifesting. Your dreams can come true, just as mine did at Bloomingdale’s in Atlanta during that unforgettable Black History Month celebration. Now excuse me while I go manifest a billion dollars in my bank account.
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