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Wh at t o expect f r om Fash ion Feen s? Fashion Feens is an editorial spotlight about the lives, and experiences of true Fashion Feens (extreme fashion lovers) . We will be conducting video interviews, on the street features, designer and boutique features, self styled selfie pic contests, and othr relevant content to bring you in the lives of true fashion feens. Those of you who think you are a true fashion feen message us so we can hear your story. If considered we will feature it in one or more of our international fashion magazines. MODEL @ITSABBABYY FASHION WWW.ITALIABYCHANIRA-ANTI.WEEBLY.COM
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MK: What inspires you about being a hair stylist? -LG: Being able to transform, inspire, and enhance the beauty in others. MK: As a Hair creative and makeup artist. Tell us how you endeavored to do both? -LG: Whenever I get the opportunity to do both hair and makeup I don?t really separate the two. It gives me the opportunity to create on a big canvas. MK: Tell us what defines you personally? -LG: I?m continuously evolving and embracing every opportunity to maximize life and what it has to offer. MK: What celebrities have you provided services for? -LG: Countless award winning celebrities and popular entertainers. MK: What are some does or don?ts to building on exposure from celebrity clients? -LG: Nobody likes a bragger or someone who lacks professionalism and integrity.
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Be a person of integrity and love what you do. The right ones will come. MK: What are some personal goals or challenges you have achieved? -LG: Becoming a freelancer and building a solid clientelle base as a fairly new residence of Los Angeles L.A. has both been challenging and rewarding. MK: What makes you unique? (please be specific) -LG: I?ve created my own lane styling natural hair. Empowering and inspiring women and girls to embrace their natural tresses and Afros. MK: Tell us about some memorable moments of your hair styling and makeup ambitions? -LG: I always love when I get the opportunity to be the creative director of a project. Watching it unfold and come to life is so amazing MK: How is the hair and beauty scene where you are? -LG: I?m in Hollywood where all the hair and makeup Magic is made. Literally any look can be created here. MK: What cities or countries are you interested in exploring your craft? -LG: Many countries of Africa, Tokyo, Japan www.instagram.com/imlachanda www.facebook.com/Hairbylachanda MK: Why did you agree to be featured in Mkovah Magazine? -LG: I?m always honored to share my passion with others. lachandagatson@yahoo.com MK: Thank you for your time and interview -LG: Thank you for the opportunity
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