GET TO KNOW
KRYSTLE DESANTOS
STYLE | DECOR | VINTAGE | DIY
Hi I’m Krystle, Creative Director and Digital Content Creator from New York City! Vintage shopping, traveling, dancing, and eating ice cream are a few of my favorite things. I'm originally from Guyana and moved to NYC over 15 years ago. With 10+ years of blogging, as well as digital advertising and marketing experience in the Tech space, I create colorful content with the mission of empowering you to express your unique self through the way you look and live.
On the blog I write about vintage meets modern style, interior and event decor, culture, travel, women's empowerment, and share my numerous DIY projects.
My personal style is eclectic; encompassing a mix of modern and vintage elements with a strong tropical-glam aesthetic that reflects my Guyanese culture & heritage.
My love for fashion and decor originates from two very important women in my life—my mother and grandmother. In 2020, I launched my new accessory shop Lillian & Joan as a tribute to their influence in my life.
What's a piece in your closet you wear to make more of a statement?
“I wear many statement pieces from my clothing to lipstick to jewelry to purses but I think turbans, half turbans, and head-wraps pack a punch. They offer what I refer to as my signature retro-glam style and here's my little secret—they're perfect for lazy hair days. I’ll be offering a unique selection of handmade turbans in my new accessory shop so be on the lookout for those.”
p.s. Read more about my style as well as my #RetroAlterEgo over on Thoughtful Flamingo!
“I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.”
10 FAVES
Drink: Passion fruit juice, Thai tea and tropical cocktails with umbrellas and flamingo straws
Dessert: Ice Cream (Ginger, Dark Chocolate, Earl Gray, Vanilla Bean & Mud Pie)
Food: Mom's curry chicken, dhal, steamed okra, rice, jerk chicken and Thai
Makeup: Blush/Bronzer, Mascara & Lipstick
Lipstick color: Classic Red, Exotic Pink and Tangerine
Music: Reggae, Dacehall,Calypso,Soca & Beyoncé (she's a music genre, no?). I love all types of music actually!
Home Decor items: Vintage furniture and glassware, culturally-influenced art & textiles as well as objects made of brass
Clothing: Vintage, vintage, vintage & custom handmade!
Accessories: Tassel earrings and statement everything! I'm an accessory lover and down-low jewelry hoarder.
Color: Gold & flamingo pink.
