Essentials That All Women Should Have All Times of The Year!

Essentials are things that all women can't go without. Here is our picks for any woman; whether a stay-at-home mom, or a working gal, these are things that a women should never go without.

1. A Great Pair Of Denim Jeans
*A woman should keep 3 pairs of great fitting jeans in her closet. All should consist of 3 different styles such as: skinny, boot cut, and flare. Our brand pick is "levi" because they cater to different body types which consist of: (jeans by rise, fit, curve, style, and special sizes like, petite and plus).*

 





2. A fabulous 3/4 sleeve button down collar shirt
*Every woman should have this shirt in 3 colors: white, black and red. You can never go wrong with a fabulous button down collar shirt. Our brand pick is: "burberry", because, it's timeless and their clothing are well made. You can never go wrong with this pick.



3. A fabulous pencil skirt
*Every woman should have a pencil skirt in her closet. It says professional, sexy and fabulous. You can dress it up with a nice jacket or dress it down with a pair of flats and tank. Our brand pick is "Burberry" because it's well made and will last a life time.*



4. Fabulous shoes...a must
*Every woman need a great pair of stilettos and a comfortable pair of flats. Stilettos can be worn with jeans and professional attire. You can dress then up and dress them down. Our brand pick is "Christian Louboutin" because, they are classic, fabulous and down right comfortable.


*Every woman need a great pair of flats. Flats is a way to rest your feet from your stilettos. Our brand pick is "Michael Kors" and Cole Hann", because both brands represent comfort and real women.



5. Shapewear...a must
*Every woman should have a piece of shapeware in her drawer. As we know shapewear keeps the lumps and bumps under control and helps your clothes to fit fabulously. Our brand pick is, "Spanx", because it works!



6. A comfortable pair of thong panties
*Every woman should have thong panties in her drawer. It keeps the panty line in check and allows you to move free in your clothes.  Our brand pick is "Spanx", because they are comfortable and fit like a dream!



7. A comfortable bra...a must
*Every woman should have a great bra that last a long time. Buying a bra can be a headache if you don't know how to shop. Seek outside help from a department store "bra whisperer" or ask a friend to help you take your measurements. Remember, a bra just like your panties can make or break your outfit. Our brand pick is, "Spanx", because they have bras that range in a variety of sizes for every woman of every size.







8. Common sense for what works for you in fashion.
*Every woman should use her common sense when it comes to fashion for her body type. Buying what works for you instead of what's on trend is more important. Take the time to get to know what body type you have, so that you can buy clothes that fit.

Make sure you take measurements, being the size you are right now and of course again, if you lose weight.

Remember, to take control of your body and dress it the way you want. Use the the essentials we just posted as a guide to buy what you need. In doing that, you can add tons of accessories to dress it up or down.



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Juneteenth fest emphasizes black heritage, health

(San Francisco Chronicle) San Francisco's Juneteenth Festival, which will be held through today in the historically African American Fillmore district, is considered the oldest and largest Juneteenth celebration outside Texas.

Although President Abraham Lincoln signed the Emancipation Proclamation in 1863, it wasn't until June 19, 1865, when Union Maj. Gen. Gordon Granger announced in Galveston, Texas, that the Civil War was over, that blacks in the state actually knew slavery was abolished and that they were free.

California is one of 39 states and the District of Columbia that recognize Juneteenth - a blend of the words June and 19th - as either a state holiday or a state holiday observance. Texas, the first state to celebrate Juneteenth, was also the first to make it an official state holiday in 1980. It is typically celebrated on the third Saturday of June.

This 61st annual San Francisco celebration included a parade with vintage cars, cowboys and various community groups, along with a street fair with arts, music, dance and food.

But health is the theme of this year's celebration. African Americans are more than twice as likely as whites to experience hypertension and typically have higher rates of such health problems as heart attacks, cancer and stroke.

One of the busiest booths at the festival featured confidential health screenings and free testing for blood pressure, cholesterol, glucose levels and sexually transmitted diseases, or STDs.

"African American young women have disproportionately high rates of STDs, so that's why we're offering women 25 and under free chlamydia and gonorrhea testings," said Jacqueline McCright, services manager of the San Francisco Department of Public Health's STD prevention and control section.

So far, only one woman had taken advantage of the screenings, but McCright expected to test at least 50 through the weekend.

People were lining up at the table run by the Bay Area Black Nurses Association for on-the-spot cholesterol and glucose testing through finger pricks, as well as blood pressure screenings.

Registered nurse Gina Johnson said diabetes and heart problems are common in the black community. "A lot of times they can't afford services, don't have access or don't know how important it is," said Johnson, who grew up in the Fillmore district and was just hired to work at San Francisco General Hospital.

Matilda Foster, a retired kindergarten teacher, had a mammogram the day earlier and keeps on top of her health, but still wanted to check her levels.

"It's important to know because a lot of times African Americans don't know about health terminology and that there's help available, even if they don't have health insurance," Foster said.

Jackie Watt, 58, endured the quick finger prick and got a clean bill of health - with the exception of a slightly high glucose result she said may be attributable to the two soft drinks and a hard candy she had earlier in the day.

Watt said she regularly comes to San Francisco's Juneteenth festival, but the health fair isn't the draw. "I like to see all the different

arts and crafts and all the talent," she said.

*Juneteenth, also known as Freedom Day or Emancipation Day, is a holiday in the United States honoring African American heritage by commemorating the announcement of the abolition of slavery in the U.S. State of Texas in 1865. Celebrated on June 19, the term is a portmanteau of June and nineteenth, and is recognized as a state holiday in 37 states of the United States.*

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