Alicia Tenise

D.C. Fashion, Travel and Lifestyle Blogger

Squad Goals: Why I Don’t Have a Large Group of Friends

Squad Goals: Why I don't Have a Large Group of Friends by popular DC lifestyle blogger Alicia Tenise: image of woman standing outside a building with a turquoise door and wearing a Madewell Sash-Tie Wrap Top in Polka Dot, 7 For All Mankind Alexa High-Rise Cropped Wide-Leg Jeans, Schutz Victorie Slide Sandal, Cult Gaia Bamboo Circle Bag, Urban Outfitters sunglasses, Brixton Joanna Hat, Madewell Bandana, and Taudrey necklace.

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Do you have a squad? Because I’ve tried it, and a large group of friends is not for me. 

I think in a way, we have all been conditioned to feel like we need to have a large group of friends — we can probably thank Taylor Swift for that. In college, I was quick to join a sorority. I moved to Philly partially because I met a group of friends there and thought I belonged. I always felt like a BAMF if I “rolled deep” with a large group of friends.

And honestly? As I grow older and learn more about myself, I’m definitely not a “squad” person. And I’m also learning that it’s perfectly ok if you don’t have a huge girl gang.
 
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Weight Fluctuation and How to Dress for It

Weight Fluctuation featured by top US life and style blogger Alicia Tenise; Image of a woman wearing Veronica Beard dress, Sole Society handbag, Schutz shoes, & Other Stories sunglasses, Madewell bandana and Kendra Scott earrings.

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How to Style a Floral Romper from Day to Night

How to wear a floral romper featured by top US fashion blogger, Alicia Tenise: image of a woman wearing a LOFT denim jacket, a LOFT wrap floral romper, LOFT loafer slides and LOFT sunglasses
How to wear a floral romper for date night, featured by top US fashion blogger, Alicia Tenise: image of a woman wearing a LOFT white blazer, and a LOFT wrap floral romper

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Raise your hand if you love a versatile piece.

Back when I had a 9-5, I shopped for pieces that took me from work to the weekend with ease. What can I say: I was a girl who was on a very limited budget!  Even though I work at home, for myself now, I still like to find new ways to rewear a single item. 

Today, I’m teaming up with my friends at LOFT to share how you can take a floral romper from day to night.
  
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5 Questions to Ask Before Attending an Influencer Event

Influencer Event featured by top US influencer Alicia Tenise; Image of a woman wearing Madewell Slim Wide-Leg Jeans in Garrett Wash.

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If I had a dime for every time a new influencer moved to D.C. and DM’d/emailed me about getting on local PR companies’ radar for events, well, I’d be able to retire.

Going to events is a great way to grow your brand and get your name out there. You can meet other influencers, attract new readers, and network with brands. However, after blogging for nearly eight years, I’ve also learned that not every event is worth your time.

For my fellow influencers: the next time you’re invited to an influencer event, ask yourself these five questions to determine if you should go or not!
 
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