Fashion · Native Fashion · Uncategorized

Fall Trends: Sherpa & Pleats- Fancy Navajo in the City

Sherpa jackets and pleated skirts are a Fancy Navajo dream. Wrap yourself up in a warm sherpa jacket on a brisk fall evening and you are all set. Want to glam up your next holiday party? Why not wear a pleated skirt. I love these two trends for fall and they are effortlessly chic. Today… Continue reading Fall Trends: Sherpa & Pleats- Fancy Navajo in the City

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Fall Trends: Metallics – Fancy Navajo in the City

Metallics are an easy way to instantly transform a plain outfit into a "fancy" outfit. I love this trend and I hope it stays forever. Metallics (gold, silver, copper, etc) are a grown up and sophisticated alternative to sparkly glitter. Don't get me wrong, I still LOVE all things glitter! Metallics just make everything more… Continue reading Fall Trends: Metallics – Fancy Navajo in the City

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Fall Trends: Velvet – Fancy Navajo in the City

Fall has always been my favorite time of year. Cooler temperatures mean boots and sweaters to keep you warm on those cool crisp fall days. However, when you live in Phoenix, AZ, fall means wearing your fall favorites in 90 degree weather! Lol. So I've had to adjust my fall wardrobe over the years to… Continue reading Fall Trends: Velvet – Fancy Navajo in the City

Fashion · Native Fashion · Native Made · Uncategorized

Yellow House Bags – The Navajo Louis Vuitton

Coach, Michael Kors, Kate Spade, Louis Vuitton...Yellow House Bags?  This Diné/Navajo owned business is making their mark in the luxury hand bag market with its one of a kind leather goods. From handbags to wallets, this brand screams Fancy Navajo! I recently sat down with owner and designer, Lane Jensen, to discuss his fancy bags… Continue reading Yellow House Bags – The Navajo Louis Vuitton

Blue Corn Cupcakes · Food · Recipes · Uncategorized

Fancy Navajo – Blue Corn Pumpkin Oat Pancakes

Next to my blue corn cupcake recipe, blue corn pancakes are the second most requested recipe. Since it's fall I wanted to add a fun fall twist,  so instead of regular blue corn pancakes, I made Blue Corn Pumpkin Oat Pancakes!! YUM! Blue corn pancakes are my favorite to make on the weekends; but I… Continue reading Fancy Navajo – Blue Corn Pumpkin Oat Pancakes

Behind the Scenes · Fashion · Native Fashion · Uncategorized

2nd Annual Nizhoni Arts Market Invitational Fashion Showcase – The Fancy Navajo Host

Last month, I was invited to host the 2nd Annual Nizhoni Arts Market Invitational Fashion Showcase in Window Rock, AZ!  If you would have asked me a couple of years ago, if I would ever host a fashion show, or let alone get up on a stage and speak to total strangers, I would have… Continue reading 2nd Annual Nizhoni Arts Market Invitational Fashion Showcase – The Fancy Navajo Host

DIY · Makeup · Uncategorized

Glitter Eye Makeup Tutorial – Fancy Navajos in the Glittering World

Never let anyone dull your sparkle! Or your glitter eye shadow! Okay... I added that last part. From nail polish to accessories, the more sparkle the better is my motto! But how do you transfer this glitter obsession into your makeup without looking like a disco ball (although that would actually be pretty cool...*jots down… Continue reading Glitter Eye Makeup Tutorial – Fancy Navajos in the Glittering World