Don't Mix In

"What are you?" is a question that my sister and I have been asked multiple times. This usually occurs when the person hears our surname or when we speak Spanish.  We are Black and Latina at the same time with immigrant parents from the Dominican Republic. This isn't special. However, there was less representation growing up in the greater Los Angeles area in 1980s and 90s. The West Coast had very little Dominicans, at least in our area there were very few. So, our family was a bit of an anomaly in our neighborhood.  I thought it would be interesting to interview my sister to discuss our experiences as Afro-Latinas on the West Coast, in Los Angeles. These are our experiences.   Read more about this interview on LivByViv.com at https://livbyviv.com/ep-54-what-are-you-being-an-afro-latina-in-los-angeles/ You can always find me on Instagram @livbyviv https://www.instagram.com/livbyviv/   Watch my latest Amazon Live and store here   Sign up for my Favorite Finds Newsletter to get links to my favorite finds https://bit.ly/favoritefindssignup   Support this podcast through Ko-fi https://ko-fi.com/livbyviv --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dontmixin/message

I’ve made some changes on a personal level and on the blog since my last post! There’s so much to talk about. I’m going to share my take on how I shop for my shape online. Also, more importantly, I will discuss how I’m incorporating new content in addition to style.  Read more about this episode on Livbyviv.com at https://livbyviv.com/how-i-shop-for-shape-online-and-why-i-rebranded/ You can always find me on Instagram @livbyviv https://www.instagram.com/livbyviv/   Watch my latest Amazon Live and store here   Sign up for my Favorite Finds Newsletter to get links to my favorite finds https://bit.ly/favoritefindssignup   Support this podcast through Ko-fi https://ko-fi.com/livbyviv --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dontmixin/message

The gym is better when you like what you are wearing. I talk about the items I scooped up to make the gym more enjoyable.  Read the show notes for this episode at Livbyviv.com at https://livbyviv.com/gym-outfits-you-will-want-to-wear/ You can always find me on Instagram @livbyviv https://www.instagram.com/livbyviv/   Watch my latest Amazon Live and store here   Sign up for my Favorite Finds Newsletter to get links to my favorite finds https://bit.ly/favoritefindssignup   Support this podcast through Ko-fi https://ko-fi.com/livbyviv --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dontmixin/message

Before you decide leather leggings won’t work for you, hang on. I say rethink how you style them and watch how fun they can be!   Get the show notes for this episode on LivByViv.com at https://livbyviv.com/how-to-wear-faux-leather-leggings/ You can always find me on Instagram @livbyviv https://www.instagram.com/livbyviv/   Watch my latest Amazon Live and store here   Sign up for my Favorite Finds Newsletter to get links to my favorite finds https://bit.ly/favoritefindssignup   Support this podcast through Ko-fi https://ko-fi.com/livbyviv --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dontmixin/message

Polka dots are one of those prints that can be worn all year. It’s classic print that’s versatile too. Here are the polka dot dresses I’ve picked up lately.  This episode is based on a blog post on Livbyviv.com at https://livbyviv.com/polka-dot-dresses-you-will-wear/ You can always find me on Instagram @livbyviv https://www.instagram.com/livbyviv/   Watch my latest Amazon Live and store here   Sign up for my Favorite Finds Newsletter to get links to my favorite finds https://bit.ly/favoritefindssignup   Support this podcast through Ko-fi https://ko-fi.com/livbyviv --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dontmixin/message

A bodysuit is not what I usually wear. Let’s be honest. However, I just got a couple and I’m so glad I did!  Read the show notes for this episode on livbyviv.com at https://livbyviv.com/why-you-need-to-try-a-bodysuit-again/ You can always find me on Instagram @livbyviv https://www.instagram.com/livbyviv/   Watch my latest Amazon Live and store here   Sign up for my Favorite Finds Newsletter to get links to my favorite finds https://bit.ly/favoritefindssignup   Support this podcast through Ko-fi https://ko-fi.com/livbyviv --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dontmixin/message

Houndstooth is a bold print that can be intimidating. Instead, think of it as the perfect palette for a pop of color. I got two ways you can style a Houndstooth coat.  Read the show notes for this episode at livbyviv.com at https://livbyviv.com/how-to-wear-a-houndstooth-coat/ You can always find me on Instagram @livbyviv https://www.instagram.com/livbyviv/   Watch my latest Amazon Live and store here   Sign up for my Favorite Finds Newsletter to get links to my favorite finds https://bit.ly/favoritefindssignup   Support this podcast through Ko-fi https://ko-fi.com/livbyviv --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dontmixin/message

It’s closet clean out time. So it’s the perfect time to decide what to keep and what to let go. Here are the items that I have hung onto for years! And, I actually wear them.  Read the show notes for this episode on livbyviv.com at https://livbyviv.com/the-items-that-ive-kept-for-a-decade/ You can always find me on Instagram @livbyviv https://www.instagram.com/livbyviv/   Watch my latest Amazon Live and store here   Sign up for my Favorite Finds Newsletter to get links to my favorite finds https://bit.ly/favoritefindssignup   Support this podcast through Ko-fi https://ko-fi.com/livbyviv --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dontmixin/message

Although it will be winter in a minute, I’m still going to wear color. Wearing color can instantly boost your mood. Plus, it’s just fun to rebel a bit from the expected winter colors, right?   Read the show notes for this episode at livbyviv.com at https://livbyviv.com/two-unexpected-colors-to-wear-this-winter/ You can always find me on Instagram @livbyviv https://www.instagram.com/livbyviv/   Watch my latest Amazon Live and store here   Sign up for my Favorite Finds Newsletter to get links to my favorite finds https://bit.ly/favoritefindssignup   Support this podcast through Ko-fi https://ko-fi.com/livbyviv --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dontmixin/message

A velvet blazer is one of those pieces that immediately reminds me of winter. Don’t let the fancy velvet fabric intimidate you. A velvet blazer, like a tulle skirt, is the item you didn’t know that you needed. I got two ways you can wear it.   Read more about this episode on LivByViv.com at https://livbyviv.com/styling-a-velvet-blazer/ You can always find me on Instagram @livbyviv https://www.instagram.com/livbyviv/   Watch my latest Amazon Live and store here   Sign up for my Favorite Finds Newsletter to get links to my favorite finds https://bit.ly/favoritefindssignup   Support this podcast through Ko-fi https://ko-fi.com/livbyviv --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dontmixin/message

Your mood can dictate not only how you feel but also what you wear. There’s a holiday event and you don’t feel like wearing a basic dress. I got you! Here are some looks to match your mood. Bonus – they’re on a budget too.   Read more about this episode on LivByViv.com at https://livbyviv.com/holiday-styles-to-match-your-mood/ You can always find me on Instagram @livbyviv https://www.instagram.com/livbyviv/   Watch my latest Amazon Live and store here   Sign up for my Favorite Finds Newsletter to get links to my favorite finds https://bit.ly/favoritefindssignup   Support this podcast through Ko-fi https://ko-fi.com/livbyviv --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dontmixin/message

The Don’t Mix In podcast is over a year old! It has been one of my favorite ways to create content. I get questions on how I started podcast. Spoiler alert: it is pretty simple and inexpensive because you know.. I am on a budget!   Read more about this episode on LivByViv.com at https://livbyviv.com/starting-a-podcast-on-a-budget/ You can always find me on Instagram @livbyviv https://www.instagram.com/livbyviv/   Watch my latest Amazon Live and store here   Sign up for my Favorite Finds Newsletter to get links to my favorite finds https://bit.ly/favoritefindssignup   Support this podcast through Ko-fi https://ko-fi.com/livbyviv --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dontmixin/message

Here’s the issue – I like the look of a pencil skirt. But, some don’t work. The fit needs to be right. So when I find one that works, I buy more than one!   Read more about this episode on LivByViv.com at https://livbyviv.com/the-pencil-skirt-you-need/ You can always find me on Instagram @livbyviv https://www.instagram.com/livbyviv/   Watch my latest Amazon Live and store here   Sign up for my Favorite Finds Newsletter to get links to my favorite finds https://bit.ly/favoritefindssignup   Support this podcast through Ko-fi https://ko-fi.com/livbyviv --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dontmixin/message

There’s so much to talk about- why don’t do it all with joy! We get into from buying an item for curves on a budget to mental health. Everything we talk about is positive and hopeful. So give Don’t Mix In a listen! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dontmixin/message

I go with bold prints every now and then. There are a few questions I ask myself when I’m considering a print that’s more adventurous than my usual items. Here’s how to find bold prints you will wear.   Read more about this episode on LivByViv.com at https://livbyviv.com/how-to-buy-bold-prints/ You can always find me on Instagram @livbyviv https://www.instagram.com/livbyviv/   Watch my latest Amazon Live and store here   Sign up for my Favorite Finds Newsletter to get links to my favorite finds https://bit.ly/favoritefindssignup   Support this podcast through Ko-fi https://ko-fi.com/livbyviv --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dontmixin/message