True Life: I’m Obsessed with Weave! What’s your Beauty Obsession?
Hair, Hair, and More Hair Weave, Bundles, Tracks, extensions…whatever your pet name is. We have ALL worn a piece of false hair some point in our lives (and if you haven’t you’ve considered it… we SEE you)! For some reason my fondness for hair has grown into an absolute LOVE AFFAIR! Savages, I cannot [...]
The Post-Grad Life: Relationships
Graduation! This point in your life might just be the greatest time…ever. The feeling of accomplishment that overcomes you when receiving your degree is indescribable. On top of that, there is a newfound freedom that is felt once you realize that you are so that much closer to actualizing your dreams. While in the midst of such a great [...]
Get Your Life: Spring Cleaning for Your Phonebook/Life – Slide And Delete
It is spring time! And as we’ve said before, its time to start cleaning unnecessary clutter out of your life. One thing that goes unnoticed and untouched during our spring cleaning sabbaticals is the necessary evil, cell lives phones. So why don’t we just dive right on into “Spring Cleaning for Your Phonebook (and Your Life)” [...]
Savage Life: Stop and Smell The Roses – The Midweek Meltdown
So as Savagely Yours has been on hiatus, my life has been a whirlwind of events! Not bad, all good I might add; But I feel inclined to share with you what I’ve been learning on the journey of mastering the virtue of Patience. Stop and Smell the Roses People have been saying this quote [...]
#SavageSundays: Last Call – The Savagely Yours Mixtape , Episode 1 (Recap & Video)
Yes! So we debuted our #SavageSundays broadcast on yesterday and it was more than we could have asked for. We would like to thank each and every person who tuned in , even if it was just for 2 minutes. Our numbers were more than expected and we’re defintely coming stronger for episode 2! [...]
Last Call-The Savagely Yours Mixtape: Episode 1- #SavageSundays LIVE Stream
It’s that time!!! We’ll begin broadcasting at 8:30 p.m. central/ 9:30p.m eastern. You can tune in and turn up with our live stream below. Now just what is this “Mixtape” and why in the heck should you tune in? Before we explain anything let it be known that this is NOT your average mixtape. No we [...]
From the Desk of Mr. Savage: Answering Your Questions
It seems that men and women are on two completely different frequencies when it comes to numerous things ( yeah , Duh I know). Here at Savagely Yours, we decided that it would be good for me, Mr. Savage, to answer whatever questions you have from my POV ( point of view). Every month I [...]
Get Your Life: Tips & Tricks for Cleaning Out Your Makeup Bag – Spring Cleaning 2013
It’s that lovely time of year where everyone should be getting their life! And by that we mean cleaning, organizing,and everything associated with the likes. Today’s focus is your makeup bag. Just like the food in your pantry make-up products have an expiration date. If you haven’t done inventory of your current lipsticks, foundations, eyeliners [...]
Last Call-The Savagely Yours Mixtape: Spinning wit & intellect at the same d*mn time (Live)
The countdown begins! On March 31st 9:30p est /8:30p c we’ll be celebrating a risen savior AND the rising star we call Savagely Yours. We’re going to kick off our first episode of Last Call-The Savagely Yours Mixtape with a bang and we want you to be there to help us! Now just what [...]
From The Desk Of Mr.Savage: Who is a Real Nigga?
“You like to mistake a Street Nigga for Real Nigga. The same nigga that kill with ya, will squeal with ya.” – Kendrick Lamar; “Poe Man’s Dreams (His Vice)”, Section 80 You ever heard a line of a song and thought to yourself, “This is what I’ve been trying to say,” or “That is the [...]
Food For Thought: Sex & Spirituality – Views On The @EssenceMag “Single, Sexy & Saved” Article
(I apologize in advanced for the length , but it had to be talked about) Um yes. You read that title correctly. I was recently drawn to this article written by Charreah K. Jackson in the March 2013 edition of Essence Magazine by a small but noticeable title on the cover that read “Yes, You [...]
Luxe Life: Get your Life and Get a Vision Board!
It’s a New Year! It’s a New Year! Yes I know your probably getting tired of the New Year References, but hey we here at SY are just trying to get you RIGHT! Soooo this past week I created my First VISION BOARD….Yasssss! Now we’re urging you get your life… and get a vision board! [...]
Savage Life: The Life of a Savage… Focusing On “Relax, Don’t Worry” – The Midweek Meltdown
Dear Savages….Scratch that, I’m reporting live from “He may not come when you want Him”-ville. As I’ve let the world know in my past midweek meltdowns, the job hunt struggle is real; And not for the faint at faith or heart. Today’s post is a sorts of praise report/encouraging word to anyone out there who [...]
Beauty: 5 Makeup Brushes That Should Be In Your Beautie Bag – On MyBeautie
Hey Savages, Happy Thursday! I was recently afforded the opportunity to contribute to the lovely UK based Beauty Network called MyBeautie. You can catch my articles on there every other week and aside from contributing as a blogger , I can recommend their active community to ANY beauty lover. Check out this snippet from the article [...]
Savage Shop: “Unconventional” 2013 Valentine’s Day Gifts For Your Man
Umm yes, yet another holiday that you have to shell out the money on your beaux ( although this time the exchange should be in your advantage). We all know that Valentine’s Day is more for the ladies, but you should see it as an opportunity to shower your man with something you know.. that [...]
A Buggs Life: The Life Of A Savage… Embracing Change – The Midweek Meltdown
Happy Hump Day Savages! Seeing that Que and Ashley have both taken time to have their meltdown moments on here, I thought it was time you all hear my cry about Embracing Change. My Story About six months ago I made one of the biggest decisions of my LIFE. No, seriously. I packed up and moved over 1500 [...]
Health: Diabetes Epidemic – Why It’s important to workout
Every Day the cases of Diabetes in America are growing at a rapid increase. Diabetes.org states that “25.8 Million children and adults living in the United States have diabetes.” This is a disease encompasses all age groups. Although it’s predominantly seen in African Americans, Hispanics and Native Americans, diabetes is a disease that can be diagnosed [...]
Style: Stripper Chic – Are Revealing Clothes Becoming A Stapled Trend
Society has seemed to open its arms up to the stripper and the stripping lifestyle. Rap/Hip Hop Culture practically revolves around strippers now; with the addition of what we on Savagely Yours like to call Ratchet Music: Pour it Up, Bandz A Make Her Dance?!, Rack City, A plethora of Travis Porter Songs,and the list goes [...]
Food For Thought: Is Code Switching a Cop-out On Culture?
It’s the oldest trick in the book for those of us out there who have to consciously balance our ratch…I mean, not so professional ways and “proper” dialect in the 21st century — code switching. Oh!, so y’all want to act like y’all don’t code switch? Growing up we called it using our white girl [...]
Luxe Life: 2013 New Years Resolutions For The Mind, Body, and Soul
With a New Year comes New Year’s Resolutions. These are wishful hopes of starting the New Year off the right way. Even though they may not always last, or actually even take off it is always appropriate to evaluate your decisions of the previous year and prepare a list for the New Year complete with [...]
Luxe Life: 5 New Years Eve Club Alternatives
As much as we LOVE belligerently yelling to count in the new year in a crowded room full of people who’ve had one too many drinks, it can get old. with New Years Eve right around the corner Savagely Yours wanted to give you some alternative New Years Eve ideas to help you bring in [...]
Weave Files: Lace Closure Install- Pics,Tricks, & Tips
Hey Savages! I know I’ve been promising this for the longest, even teasing instagram with pictures of the progress. I finally got around to putting together the post , so here it is a lace closure 101… from the savage perspective. I was put on to lace closure via the lovely hairnistas of [...]
Savage Shop: 5 Gifts For The Music Lover
Music Monday?? Don’t mind if we do! Are you stuck in a rut on Christmas gifts for some people? Do they love music? Check out the Savagely Yours suggestions on some perfect gifts for the music lover. Low Price Range: Vinyl Records (various prices) A great way to satisfy any music lover is to go [...]
Luxe Life: 5 Holiday Drinks To Get You In The Spirit
Guys, I am NOT cut out for east coast winter weather! Being a southern girl, I’m use to 60 degree winters and apparently that’s a complete JOKE here in NYC! — Try 30 degree weather and this is only the beginning! Lord, HELP ME. In the midst of my weather crisis I always turn to [...]
Q-n-A: The Life Of a Savage…. in Nursing School – The Midweek Meltdown
Savages! Oh how I’ve missed thou! If you didn’t know, I am actively in Nursing school, pursuing my second degree in Nursing. And my, oh my is it a struggle. As many of you (I’m sure) have experienced juggling several things at once, you can understand the difficulty in my personal life right now! With any pressure [...]
