January 25th, 2012
After reading an article on cbsnews.com about how both overweight men and women earn less money than their skinnier counterparts, I was surprised; yet I wasn’t. It made me wonder what really gets into the minds of hiring managers when looking for qualified candidates. As an image specialist, I know one thing for sure; people[read more]
Posted by Yvette at 06:23 PM in Uncategorized
September 22nd, 2011
Now that my manuscript is finished for the book Woman Entrepreneur Extraordinaire, I feel a since of both relief and excitement. I was given the opportunity to be involved in this amazing anthology of experts who are all bring their A game to this project. Now that it’s done, I can clearly see the benefit.[read more]
Posted by Yvette at 12:42 PM in Uncategorized, yvette ervin/ Author
August 24th, 2011
I love getting together with girlfriends and making a good cause especially in the name of beauty and health. At this event makeup and beauty stylists Tracey Brown, Anita Daniels and myself got together to raise awareness and funds for breast cancer. At Mimosa Champagne Bar in Oakland, we invited the public to come by[read more]
Posted by Yvette at 07:59 PM in Uncategorized
August 3rd, 2011
Want to know how to turn a nice look into a fabulous look. It’s easier than you think. It’s even money saving if you’re trying to cut down on spending like most of us. It’s one of the simplest ways to add a little signature you to an otherwise manufactured ensemble. It’s called accessorize! Now[read more]
Posted by Yvette at 06:12 AM in Accessories, Fashion
May 24th, 2011
WE ALL LOVE TO LOOK FABULOUS DON’T WE?! Keri Hilson The truth is, it starts with a healthy body and a positive state of mind. You can have the best threads that money can buy and get your hair whipped by Elgin Charles of Beverly Hills but it don’t mean a thing if your mind ain’t right[read more]
Posted by Yvette at 09:00 AM in Uncategorized
November 14th, 2010
Socially, cosmetics reflected one’s rank in Ancient Egypt. This is pretty much the way some women use designer handbags as a status symbol. One sign of a wealthy Egyptian woman was actually a portable cosmetics box. After death, beauty aids still weren’t far from reach. Within the Valley of the Kings and Queens, these laborers[read more]
Posted by Yvette at 04:13 PM in Uncategorized
February 11th, 2010
I’m sure when you were growing up, you had ideas about who/what you wanted to be when you grew up. Go ahead and glance back 10, 15, even 20 or more years. What is the image you saw of yourself? Are you that person? Are you happy and successful? Are you attractive and living in[read more]
Posted by Yvette at 03:30 PM in Uncategorized