SOUTHERN LACED spoke with Yolanda Owens Skincare Chef about iWi fresh Farm-to-Skin Spa in Atlanta, Georgia. As a college student, the Skincare Chef began making chemical-free skincare products for herself and friends with the knowledge she gained from her grandmother, who treated family illnesses with nutrition and self-made herbal remedies. During an interview with SOUTHERN…
Author: Kelly Stone
SOUTHERN LACED is a media outlet featuring celebrity interviews and weekly articles about the entertainment industry. SOUTHERN LACED recognizes individuals who inspire communities through literary and visual arts, theater, music, singing, design, and dance.
SOUTHERN LACED was founded in 2014 by Kelly Stone, who is an author, speaker, and social media and digital marketing strategist. In 2018, GET LACED... LET'S TALK! Podcast, hosted by SOUTHERN LACED contributor Santana, was added to the media outlet on www.southernlaced.com.
National Minority Awareness Month: Rebbie Jackson’s Daughter, Yashi Brown, Discusses Her Bipolar Disorder
July is National Minority Mental Health Awareness Month. According to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Office of Minority Health, over 70% of Black/African American adolescents with a major depressive episode did not receive treatment for their condition. As a result, the HHS Office of Minority Health encourages us to educate our community…
WATCH: 49er’s Marquise Goodwin Surprises His Mom and Sister with a New House
Marquis Goodwin, a wide receiver with the Francisco 49ers, shared a touching video on Instagram capturing the reactions of his mother, Tamina, and his sister, Deja, as he unveiled the brand new residence he’d bought for them. Inside the video, Goodwin, who signed a three-year $20 million dollar contract extension earlier this year, can be seen…
Win Free Tickets To The 2018 Jackson Gospel Explosion featuring: Erica Campbell, Paul Porter, Jekalyn Carr and Small Fire
Southern Laced is giving away two free tickets to the 2018 Jackson Gospel Explosion. Don’t miss out on your chance to win tickets to see Erica Campbell, Paul Porter, Jekalyn Carr and Small Fire!
Be like Rihanna: We’re Taking Shots In Here
The 2017 Grammys will forever be remembered as the year Rihanna dazzled the cameras with her bedazzled flask. Although the customized handmade flask by celebrity fashion designer Glitter Death took 16 hours to crystallize, it only took one share on social media to become the most desirable accessory of the night. View this post on…
Third Anita Baker Show ADDED for Mother’s Day Weekend Atlanta, GA Stop | Thursday, May 10th @ 8pm | Fox Theatre
If you missed out on an opportunity to purchase tickets to one of the SOLD OUT Anita Baker Shows for Mother’s Day weekend in Atlanta, Georgia, you are definitely in luck! Fans should be pleased to find out that a third show has been added. Tickets will go on sale, TOMORROW, Tuesday, April 10th at…
Celebrating Four Years of Southern Laced by Giving You CREATIVELY LACED: 5 Steps to Unleashing an Uninhibited Creative Process
“The constant gnawing and wanting to take nothing and make it into something. Stillness that irritates restless fingers connected to a steady wrist. The need to see the outcome of dreams manifested. The unmistakable gift one must live with from day-to-day. It’s a shadow in the dark waiting to be captured, written, sketched, hummed… It is the passion to create.” – Kelly Stone
The Nine Days That My Breast Stood Still (Part Two)
UNCAGED PHOENIX Note to self… the next time I write Part One for a blog post, I need to post part two the same day [Some of you made it very clear that you did not plan to wait too long for part two.] Nonetheless, thank you for all my readers who reached out to…
The Nine Days That My Breast Stood Still (Part One)
UNCAGED PHOENIX (Sunday March 4th, 2018) …. I believe that the Universe provides subtle hints to where our lives will take us. Now that I have the gift of hindsight, I think it sent one to me four days early, and of all places, it was sent to me on the bridge. No, I am…
3 Trendy Looks for Curvy Women
When it comes to shopping, finding plus size fashionable pieces can sometimes be a chore. Although there are specialty stores that cater to curvy women, some may find the selection limited and/or boring. That’s why we decided to link up with former Southern Laced Beauty of the Week Chay Crews to give you three looks…
‘House of Cards’ and ‘The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks’ Actor Reg E. Cathey Dead at 59
Netflix’s House of Cards actor Reg E. Cathey has passed away at the age of 59. The Emmy-winning actor, who is known for his roles in The Wire, Oz and The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks, transitioned at his home in New York surrounded by family and friends. According to TMZ, Cathey had…
The 2nd Annual Southern Laced Creative Arts Awards
UPDATE 2/19/18: THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED DUE TO LACK OF PARTICIPATION. STAY TUNED FOR MORE ANNOUNCEMENTS. Southern Laced would like to recognize individuals who inspired communities through the field of arts in 2017. Awardees, which include artist working in literary arts, visual arts, theater, music, singing, design, and dance from the Jackson Metro Area…
Accountant Sellena Hunter Shares 5 Tax Tips to Get Us Ready for 2018
Are you ready to file your income tax? If so, there are some important changes you need to know about for the 2017 tax year. To help us better understand the new IRS tax updates for 2018 (2017 tax year), I reached out to Sellena Roberson Hunter, owner of 1st United Tax and Accounting, LLC. Here’s…
NEW YEAR REFERRAL PROMO: Do You Need Extra Cash?
Last year, I introduced you to the new cash back app, DOSH. Didn’t I tell you it was going to take over social media? My family and friends were able to make so much money! Some were more persuasive than others. For example, my sister has a degree in Marketing. So, it wasn’t a surprise…
Southern Laced 2017 Year In Review
“Growth and pain births success.” – Kelly Stone 2017 has been heaven and hell for Southern Laced. Fortunately, we made it to the end without giving up. If I were to give this year a name, it would definitely have to include the words “growth” and “pain”. GROWTH In order to move to the…
How to Make $200 in Less Than 24 Hours
There’s a new cash back app that’s taking over social media by the name of DOSH that promises to give you $5 after you connect your prepaid or debit card to the app. As an added bonus, DOSH will also pay you $15* for every successful referral until December 31, 2017. Of course, I was skeptical…
Featured Couple Isaiah Butler and Adrianna Neal #26
Question: Tell us about yourself. Where are you from? Where do you live now? Isaiah: I’m from Fort Polk, Louisiana. Adrianna: I’m from Brandon, Mississippi. We both still live in Brandon. Question: How did you meet? Isaiah: We met in high school. We had English together during our Freshman and Senior year. Question: Describe the…
Street Style: Fashion Stylist Yo! in “Jay-Z’s 4:44 Tour” tee and Runway/Model Coach Angel Lee in “V Blue” jeans
Southern Laced is constantly looking for the latest fashion trends. What better place to find them than in the streets, which some deem as the real runway. This week’s fashion picks for Fall 2017 features Fashion Stylist Yo! and Runway/Model Coach Angel Lee. Take a look at their street style. FASHION STYLIST YO! MODEL COACH…
Street Style: Creative Tramaine W. in All White for Dîner en Blanc, Lifestyle Coach Claudia Lollia in Casquette from H&M, and Model Deirdre Jones in a Jacket from The North Face
Southern Laced is constantly looking for the latest fashion trends. What better place to find them than in the streets, which some deem as the real runway. This week’s fashion picks for Fall 2017 features Creative Tramaine W., Lifestyle Coach Claudia Lollia, and Model Deirdre Jones. Take a look at their street style. CREATIVE TRAMAINE…
SOUTHERN LACED TAKES FIVE WITH TONY T. YARBER
Tony T. Yarber was born in Jackson, Mississippi and raised in the west Jackson neighborhood known as Subdivision #2. Yarber, who is the Pastor and founder of Relevant Empowerment Church and former Mayor of Jackson, Mississippi, is a renowned motivational speaker and a pioneer in leadership development. He is also the author of Man Tips:…
Street Style: Fashion Entrepreneur Ehbonny in “Petal Palazzo” pants, Stylist L. Roy in “Bob Marley” tee, and Fashion Model Chay Crews in a “Money Green” Bomber Jacket
Southern Laced is constantly looking for the latest fashion trends. What better place to find them than in the streets, which some deem as the real runway. This week’s fashion picks for Fall 2017 features Fashion Entrepreneur Ehbonny, Stylist L. Roy, and Fashion Model Chay Crews. Take a look at their street style. FASHION ENTREPRENEUR…
Happy Birthday to Me!
For my birthday this year, I’m asking for donations to Jackson Association of Black Journalists. I’ve chosen this nonprofit because their mission means a lot to me, and I hope you’ll consider contributing as a way to celebrate with me. Every little bit will help me reach my goal. CLICK HERE TO DONATE NOW!!! Lace…
Street Style: Fashion Stylist Yo! in “Remixed Denim” top, Stylist L. Roy in “Poplin Patchwork” floral mini dress, and Makeup Artist Sha’ahn in “Pink Velour” jogger
Southern Laced is constantly looking for the latest fashion trends. What better place to find them than in the streets, which some deem as the real runway. This week’s fashion picks for Fall 2017 features Fashion Stylist Yo!, Stylist L. Roy, and Makeup Artist Sha’ahn. Take a look at their street style. FASHION STYLIST YO! …
LISTEN: Grammy Award Winning Artist Tony Rich Releases New Project “ENCAUSTIC”
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SOUTHERN LACED TAKES FIVE WITH 97.7 MIDDAY PERSONALITY TAMBRA CHERIE
Tambra Cherie is a Radio/TV personality, Entertainment News reporter and host on 97.7. The Midday radio personality, who is also the weekly host of Relationship Hour, can be found on Facebook, Instagram and YouTube at Tambra Cherie and http://www.thebeatofthecapitol.com.
