essay – MONROE STEELE https://fashionsteelenyc.com FASHION STEELE NYC Tue, 06 Feb 2024 17:37:03 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.6.2 The Tale of Two Cities — New York vs Miami https://fashionsteelenyc.com/2024/02/the-tale-of-two-cities-new-york-vs-miami/ https://fashionsteelenyc.com/2024/02/the-tale-of-two-cities-new-york-vs-miami/#comments Tue, 06 Feb 2024 00:36:27 +0000 http://fashionsteelenyc.com/?p=21282 The Tale of Two Cities -- New York vs Miami

I often get asked which city I like more, now that I split my time between New York City, Harlem to be exact and Miami Beach. It’s a hard question to answer because I love them both for different reasons. Not to long ago I wrote a blog post explaining my reasoning for moving to Miami Beach from Harlem. It…

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I’m nearly 40, unmarried and childless and yet…I’m happy https://fashionsteelenyc.com/2024/01/im-nearly-40-unmarried-and-childless-and-yet-im-happy/ https://fashionsteelenyc.com/2024/01/im-nearly-40-unmarried-and-childless-and-yet-im-happy/#comments Mon, 22 Jan 2024 21:14:14 +0000 https://fashionsteelenyc.com/?p=21204 I'm nearly 40, unmarried and childless and yet...I'm happy

I’m turning 40 this May and it’s alarming how quickly the last decade of my life went by. I remember before I turned 20 how slowly the years passed. As soon as I turned 30, it felt as if the years shifted into warp speed, flying by so quickly that I can barely remember what happened when. I don’t feel…

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NEW YEAR, BETTER ME https://fashionsteelenyc.com/2024/01/new-year-better-me/ https://fashionsteelenyc.com/2024/01/new-year-better-me/#comments Mon, 08 Jan 2024 20:17:48 +0000 http://fashionsteelenyc.com/?p=21159 NEW YEAR, BETTER ME

FACING MY MORTALITY 2023 was an incredible year for me, I can’t lie. It was one of the best years of my life but it wasn’t without it’s challenges. I had a health scare mid-summer of 2023 that only a handful of people know about. I was diagnosed with a large organ after having a routine body scan for another…

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Has New York Fashion Week Lost It’s Allure? https://fashionsteelenyc.com/2023/02/has-new-york-fashion-week-lost-its-allure/ https://fashionsteelenyc.com/2023/02/has-new-york-fashion-week-lost-its-allure/#comments Thu, 23 Feb 2023 16:08:21 +0000 http://fashionsteelenyc.com/?p=20769 Has New York Fashion Week Lost It's Allure?

I remember when New York Fashion Week was held at Lincoln Center and I’d stand in line for hours to get into fashion shows. I didn’t have a seat. I’d stand in the back craning my neck to see the beautiful garments glide down crisp white runways as the bass of the music shook the seats. I’m grateful to have…

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Is it New York or Nowhere? Why I moved to Miami Beach https://fashionsteelenyc.com/2022/03/is-it-new-york-or-nowhere-why-i-moved-from-new-york-to-miami-beach/ https://fashionsteelenyc.com/2022/03/is-it-new-york-or-nowhere-why-i-moved-from-new-york-to-miami-beach/#comments Fri, 11 Mar 2022 15:23:36 +0000 http://fashionsteelenyc.com/?p=20374 Is it New York or Nowhere? Why I moved to Miami Beach

Fe Noel Slip Dress (Medium) | Tom Ford Padlock Sandals | Fendi First in Small Gold | Carolina Herrera Earrings SOLD OUT | Nars Mysterious Red Lip Pencil SHOP THE LOOK In January of 2021 after spending New Years Eve in Miami Beach, I decided it was time to leave New York City. Prior to that I had spend nearly…

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7 Tips for Remaining Unbothered when Audacity is at an all time high on Social Media https://fashionsteelenyc.com/2021/04/7-tips-for-remaining-unbothered-when-audacity-is-at-an-all-time-high-on-social-media/ https://fashionsteelenyc.com/2021/04/7-tips-for-remaining-unbothered-when-audacity-is-at-an-all-time-high-on-social-media/#comments Fri, 09 Apr 2021 12:35:43 +0000 http://fashionsteelenyc.com/?p=19583 7 Tips for Remaining Unbothered when Audacity is at an all time high on Social Media

It’s been a while since I wrote about something that wasn’t a trend report and honestly I’ve missed it but I’ve been uninspired when it comes to the written word. But there are private conversations I’ve been having lately with my friends that leads me to believe we are all experiencing an awakening when it comes to what we will…

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3 Tips for Starting the Year Off Right https://fashionsteelenyc.com/2021/01/3-tips-for-starting-the-year-off-right/ https://fashionsteelenyc.com/2021/01/3-tips-for-starting-the-year-off-right/#comments Fri, 15 Jan 2021 18:12:02 +0000 http://fashionsteelenyc.com/?p=19334 3 Tips for Starting the Year Off Right

I wanted to share with you all 3 things I do that keep me motivated and productive. One of the most asked questions I get is how to I stay motivated and consistent with my work as a full time content creator. These tips can really apply to any job or task. Last year was certainly a wake up call…

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3 Tips for Dating during a Pandemic https://fashionsteelenyc.com/2020/10/3-tips-for-dating-during-a-pandemic/ https://fashionsteelenyc.com/2020/10/3-tips-for-dating-during-a-pandemic/#comments Fri, 23 Oct 2020 13:15:53 +0000 http://fashionsteelenyc.com/?p=19073 3 Tips for Dating during a Pandemic

I am a single 30-something year old woman living in the city that never sleeps. Ironically it’s pretty sleepy now that we are in the midst of a pandemic. I’ve spent the last 10+ years dating in the big apple and it’s been a total and utter shit show. I must admit it makes for a great life story and…

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From Doctor to Influencer and 13 Other Pressing Questions https://fashionsteelenyc.com/2020/09/from-doctor-to-influencer-and-13-other-pressing-questions/ https://fashionsteelenyc.com/2020/09/from-doctor-to-influencer-and-13-other-pressing-questions/#comments Mon, 14 Sep 2020 15:14:05 +0000 http://fashionsteelenyc.com/?p=18875 From Doctor to Influencer and 13 Other Pressing Questions

It’s been a good minute since I’ve written a more personal essay style blog post. I guess its because I just haven’t been inspired to show vulnerability the past few months. I’ve been a lot more closed off, set up new boundaries and really have been laser focused on accomplishing my goals. The more I grow in my career as…

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5 Tips for Manifesting the Life You Want https://fashionsteelenyc.com/2020/03/5-tips-for-manifesting-the-life-you-want/ https://fashionsteelenyc.com/2020/03/5-tips-for-manifesting-the-life-you-want/#comments Mon, 16 Mar 2020 12:26:43 +0000 http://fashionsteelenyc.com/?p=18166 5 Tips for Manifesting the Life You Want

I feel like a lot of us are reflecting during this time, when the whole world seems to be holding it’s breath waiting for the Coronavirus to do what ever it’s going to do. Many of us are practicing social distancing and spending a lot of time at home. I’m sure a lot of us are thinking of what we…

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