Alana Reina

Why Not Having a Niche is a Good Thing

Why Not Having a Niche is a Good Thing

When I started my blog, exactly four years ago, it was after months of putting it off because I couldn’t pick a niche or a name. This proved to be a nearly impossible task, and held me back from just starting (hello perfectionism and always needing a master plan before taking the first step!) I had been wanting to start a blog for a couple years at that point, but had SO many so-called “brand experts” telling me to “pick a niche pick a niche pick a niche” and I just COULDN’T! One day, I had an epiphany – I could just make the lack of a niche my brand! The name “Queen of All Trades” came to me one day and seemed so perfect that it opened the door to finally starting. Not only is it a play on the term “jack of all trades”, aka someone who tries…

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How to: Style Pink Braids

How to: Style Pink Braids

A couple weeks ago, I gave myself box braids with some light pink and bleach blonde hair I ordered off Amazon. It took me the ENTIRE weekend, but it was a cloudy weekend in quarantine so I had nothing better to do! Plus, the end result was SO worth it! It was exactly the cotton candy/unicorn look I was going for. Because I am OBSESSED with pink and pastel everything, it wasn’t hard at all for me to style these bright ass braids. Everything in my closet matched already! If you are looking for some ideas on how to style pink hair, or just want some pink outfit inspo, keep scrolling! Outfit 1: Baby Phat for Forever 21 two-pieced set (worn with white AF1s) Outfit 2: Adidas-style tracksuit pants with a pink tube top and white AF1s Outfit 3: Same pink tube top with a pink camo miniskirt and pink…

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Why You Should Start Shopping in the Men’s Section

Why You Should Start Shopping in the Men’s Section

My style has changed a lot over the years, but one thing I have always valued in clothing is comfort. I am all about getting bad and boujee for a night out, but on a day to day basis, I just wanna be cute and COMFY! So it is no wonder that I recently discovered how many hidden gems there are lurking in the men’s section at some of my favorite stores, like Forever 21 and H&M. They have better hoodies, better t-shirts, better sweats, and better sneakers! Luckily, my feet are huge, so I can easily fit into men’s shoes LOL. Since my style has become way more street wear/athletic wear inspired in the last couple years, I would say transitioning to wearing men’s clothes was an easy move for me! I wouldn’t necessarily call myself a tomboy, but I definitely like the look of wearing masculine items with…

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How To: Style Black Combat Boots

How To: Style Black Combat Boots

I bought a new pair of black combat boots this year, and I am OBSESSED! They are black faux leather with a crocodile skin pattern, a bunch of buckle details and gold hardware, which I LOVE. I have been styling them with all kinds of outfits, but here are two of my favorite ways to wear them: Outfit 1: I have never been the type to wear an all black outfit – I don’t even wear black year round – but there’s something I LOVE about super light wash jeans paired with a black top and accessories. It really makes the denim pop! The blazer adds some class and pulls the look together, making it a perfect fit for fall. This outfit would work with any black top and any black boots or heels, but there’s something about the combat boots that I think looks really cool! Especially contrasted with…

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How To: Transition Your Summer Wardrobe to Fall When You’re Not Over Summer Yet

How To: Transition Your Summer Wardrobe to Fall When You’re Not Over Summer Yet

Summer is and has always been my favorite season. I love the warm weather, beach trips, lazy pool days, frozen drinks, rooftops, late summer nights and – of course – my birthday. When summer unofficially ends after Labor day, I start mourning it even though the weather stretches on for several more weeks (hello, global warming). The start of fall is bittersweet for me. I DO love fall – the colorful leaves, hot latte szn, cinnamon spice everything – but I have never really understood the hype of fall fashion. Literally EVERYONE I know is obsessed with it and waits all year for it! I must be the only one who feels like summer fashion is where it’s at: bright colors, lots of skin showing, and all the tropical vibes. It is just screaming Alana!! Since the weather takes a long time to catch up to actual fall, September is…

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