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Meet Kristianna, the black Molly Ringwald.

This weeks Style Spotlight is Kristianna, make-up guru, 80s glammer girl, and Youtube vlogger. We met up with Kristianna to find out more about the self proclaimed, black Molly Ringwald. Check out her full story below:

Where are you from?

So, I’m a Jersey girl, but I’ve been in Philly for quite some time. I moved here in 2013 to work as an union organizer.

How do you define your personal style? What or who are your some of your style inspirations?

I’m really into the whole 80s, granny, chic look. I consider myself a black Molly Ringwald. I absolutely love her, and have to tell her one day! Also, I really admire the courage of Tracee Ellis Ross, and her ability to experiment with fashion. I don’t necessarily model my entire look after her. I kind of go with my own vibe.

What are the essential pieces you must have in your closet?

Prints! Whether that’s like floral and stripes. Every outfit has to have some sort of print. That’s kind of my thing!

Where do you shop?

I pretty much go where I can afford. Most of my clothes are secondhand. As long as you know how to put things together, where it comes from doesn’t really matter.

Although I rarely dismantle things, I’m currently wearing a piece that I took apart from an 80s prom dress. I normally don’t do that, since vintage is a part of history that we get to enjoy.

Describe your personal style in three words?

Funky, fun, and pink!

Any fashion related tips?

Don’t be afraid to experiment! Even if something seems out of the ordinary for you, try it out! Even if it means you’re wearing it in house before you get the guts to go out into the world with it. There’s too much style to explored, and not try.

Don’t forget to follow Kristianna on Instagram @thekristiannaway!

Thanks for reading!