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Living out of my suitcase because my life is changing

February 16, 2022 Frani Beard

BIG THANK YOU to Open Wardrobe for sponsoring this video! I appreciate the financial support as things change for me. Digitize your wardrobe with the Open Wardrobe app. I'm sharing how I pack light in this video by getting the most out of just a few clothing items.

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On Patreon, I share a video and short-form written posts about mindfully developing your personal style, learning to be with your body, and celebrating the deepening of self-trust and compassion. Would love to have your energy in that space so we can grow together.

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PIECES MENTIONED:

Oversized Tee (Thrifted) KOTN Mock Neck Tank size S | https://bit.ly/3gm9Zy8 (referral code for first time shoppers: https://my.kotn.com/Frani)

Target Brand Square Neck Camisole | Size S | https://bit.ly/366afyq

Sundance Sweater Vest (Thrifted) OZMA Kate Jean in Black* | Size 25 | https://bit.ly/3fu2jri (Use code FRANI15 for a discount!)

OZMA Rae Cardigan in Black * | Size XS | https://bit.ly/3uMKq0O

Graphic Sweatshirt (Gifted) Target Brand Distressed Denim | Size 0 | https://bit.ly/3GLBpHC

Blair Silk Blouse (Thrifted) | Follow @shopweathered | https://instagram.com/shopweathered

Walmart Fishermen Sandals | https://bit.ly/3H4Vd9f (similar styles)

Just a heads up: This video is sponsored! Links with an asterisk(*) denote an affiliate link! I may earn a small commission if you choose to shop with my links. I’d be honored if you chose to support me and my channel that way.

GETTING MY FIRST TATTOO!

November 8, 2021 Frani Beard

I've always wanted a tattoo, and now I have one! 🦑

Subscribe on youtube!

An outfit from a rainy, mid-autumn day.
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I shared some thoughts about my menstrual cycle with my Patreon community a couple days ago. Here's a little excerpt:
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"I've written about my menstrual cycle before, and I thought I'd s

You spend so much of your time
exploring the ruins to see what still lives,
to salvage what remains. Imagine
⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
what would happen
if you you wandered through a garden
instead of a graveyard.
(20211117)
_
#alovelywaytobe #venusinaries #ariesven

There's just something about wearing just the right shade of red, about the leisure of reading a book in the sunshine, about wearing matching underwear that feels so ✨luxurious✨
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For some reason, bras and undies are the last thing I think ab

Colorado on film. (Breckenridge and Colorado Springs)
Man, I miss these mountains.
_
#alovelywaytobe #coloradosprings #breckenridge #portra400 #filmphotograph

Golden rings in golden light.
@itsgldn is having their ONLY sale of the year right now through November 21st! 15% off orders up to $150 (excluding solid gold!)
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So you can get stunning and personalized jewelry pieces for yourself or to gif

A few moments on film 🎞✨
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1. The day I got my tattoo! It's healing up so beautifully, and I'm still just as obsessed with it as I was on day one. @serahsubmarine
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2. The day my dad and little brother drove down to deliver my preci

"This week, I retook an MBTI personality type assessment. I hadn't taken one since I was in early college, so I was curious to see if anything had changed and if some of my recent inklings could be confirmed.
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When I first took the te

My friend told me this outfit (when worn with my leather boots) was giving Han Solo, and it may have been one of the easiest compliments to accept? Someone psychoanalyze that for me. 🧐
_
Vest: @thefindfranklin
Tshirt: @copelandband
Denim: @ozma_of_c

JOIN ME ON PATREON

I share about mindfully developing your personal style, learning to be with your body, and celebrating the deepening of self-trust and compassion. Would love to have your energy in that space so we can grow together.

A Day in my Life | minimalist makeup, flamboyant gamine outfit, + romantic dinner plans

November 1, 2021 Frani Beard

FTC: Affiliate links marked with an asterisk (*). I may receive compensation if you choose to make a purchase with my links. I'm grateful to be supported financially in this way! #MERIT #MeritMinimalist #FiveMinuteMorning #gifted

A Day in my Life | minimalist makeup, flamboyant gamine outfit, + romantic dinner plans - Thanks for spending the day with me!

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Shop my clean beauty faves from MERIT*here: https://muse.meritbeauty.com/frani

Products Mentioned:

Flush Balm in Cheeky

Flush Balm in Terracotta

Shade Slick in Sangria

Shade Slick in Pink Beet

Day Glow in Cava

Clean Lash in Perfect Black

Brow 1980 in Soft Black (Black-Brown)

MORE FAVES!

Nisolo Ama Woven Mule in Bone* | size 8.5 | https://nisolo.uvwgb9.net/0JAqXN

Linjer Britt Hoops* | https://bit.ly/3GDq9OG (Use code franimatthews10 for 10% off sitewide)

Support me on PATREON

On Patreon, I share about mindfully developing your personal style, learning to be with your body, and celebrating the deepening of self-trust and compassion. Would love to have your energy in that space so we can grow together.

FOLLOW ALONG ON INSTAGRAM

An outfit from a rainy, mid-autumn day.
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I shared some thoughts about my menstrual cycle with my Patreon community a couple days ago. Here's a little excerpt:
⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
"I've written about my menstrual cycle before, and I thought I'd s

You spend so much of your time
exploring the ruins to see what still lives,
to salvage what remains. Imagine
⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
what would happen
if you you wandered through a garden
instead of a graveyard.
(20211117)
_
#alovelywaytobe #venusinaries #ariesven

There's just something about wearing just the right shade of red, about the leisure of reading a book in the sunshine, about wearing matching underwear that feels so ✨luxurious✨
⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
For some reason, bras and undies are the last thing I think ab

Colorado on film. (Breckenridge and Colorado Springs)
Man, I miss these mountains.
_
#alovelywaytobe #coloradosprings #breckenridge #portra400 #filmphotograph

Golden rings in golden light.
@itsgldn is having their ONLY sale of the year right now through November 21st! 15% off orders up to $150 (excluding solid gold!)
⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
So you can get stunning and personalized jewelry pieces for yourself or to gif

A few moments on film 🎞✨
⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
1. The day I got my tattoo! It's healing up so beautifully, and I'm still just as obsessed with it as I was on day one. @serahsubmarine
⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
2. The day my dad and little brother drove down to deliver my preci

"This week, I retook an MBTI personality type assessment. I hadn't taken one since I was in early college, so I was curious to see if anything had changed and if some of my recent inklings could be confirmed.
⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
When I first took the te

My friend told me this outfit (when worn with my leather boots) was giving Han Solo, and it may have been one of the easiest compliments to accept? Someone psychoanalyze that for me. 🧐
_
Vest: @thefindfranklin
Tshirt: @copelandband
Denim: @ozma_of_c

My locs after three months!

August 19, 2021 Frani Beard

My locs after three months! | First wash day and NO GEL retwist — Sharing what products I use to retwist my starter locs and how my hair is teaching my to trust myself!

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PRODUCTS MENTIONED:

Simple Truth Organic Castile Soap | Tea Tree and Eucalyptus | https://bit.ly/3gfeQAz

Maker and Merchant Just Golden Jojoba Oil | https://bit.ly/3gY4mqd (Use Frani15 for 15% off the Maker and Merchant site)

Join me on PATREON!

I share videos about mindfully developing your personal style, learning to be with your body, and celebrating the deepening of self-trust and compassion. Would love to have your energy in that space so we can grow together.

FOLLOW ALONG ON INSTAGRAM

An outfit from a rainy, mid-autumn day.
⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
I shared some thoughts about my menstrual cycle with my Patreon community a couple days ago. Here's a little excerpt:
⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
"I've written about my menstrual cycle before, and I thought I'd s

You spend so much of your time
exploring the ruins to see what still lives,
to salvage what remains. Imagine
⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
what would happen
if you you wandered through a garden
instead of a graveyard.
(20211117)
_
#alovelywaytobe #venusinaries #ariesven

There's just something about wearing just the right shade of red, about the leisure of reading a book in the sunshine, about wearing matching underwear that feels so ✨luxurious✨
⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
For some reason, bras and undies are the last thing I think ab

Colorado on film. (Breckenridge and Colorado Springs)
Man, I miss these mountains.
_
#alovelywaytobe #coloradosprings #breckenridge #portra400 #filmphotograph

Golden rings in golden light.
@itsgldn is having their ONLY sale of the year right now through November 21st! 15% off orders up to $150 (excluding solid gold!)
⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
So you can get stunning and personalized jewelry pieces for yourself or to gif

A few moments on film 🎞✨
⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
1. The day I got my tattoo! It's healing up so beautifully, and I'm still just as obsessed with it as I was on day one. @serahsubmarine
⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
2. The day my dad and little brother drove down to deliver my preci

"This week, I retook an MBTI personality type assessment. I hadn't taken one since I was in early college, so I was curious to see if anything had changed and if some of my recent inklings could be confirmed.
⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
When I first took the te

My friend told me this outfit (when worn with my leather boots) was giving Han Solo, and it may have been one of the easiest compliments to accept? Someone psychoanalyze that for me. 🧐
_
Vest: @thefindfranklin
Tshirt: @copelandband
Denim: @ozma_of_c

A Day in My Life | gamine outfit inspiration and simple skincare routine

July 13, 2021 Frani Beard

FTC: This video is not sponsored. It contains gifted products. Affiliate links are clearly indicated with an asterisk (*) and I make a small commission if you choose to purchase with my links. Thanks for supporting my channel in this way!

A Day in My Life | gamine outfit inspiration and simple skincare routine- thanks for hanging out with me! I hope you find this video inspiring on your self-care adventure. We are complex beings with simple needs.

Subscribe to my channel!

Join me on Patreon!

On Saturdays, I share a video about mindfully developing your personal style, learning to be with your body, and celebrating the deepening of self-trust and compassion. Would love to have your energy in that space so we can grow together.

BOOK A BODY TYPING CONSULTATION WITH ME | LEARN MORE!

INTRODUCING SINEWAVEDANCE, an Authentic by Frani ZINE.

PRODUCTS MENTIONED:

Maker and Merchant (use code Frani15 for 15% off their site!)

M+M Just Golden Jojoba Oil | https://bit.ly/3gY4mqd

M+M Just Rose Hydrosol | https://bit.ly/3A25IYA

FUR (Use code franimatthews for a FREE dopp bag with the purchase of the Fur Trimmer)

Fur Trimmer | https://furyou.com/products/fur-trimmer

Fur Silk Scrub | https://furyou.com/products/silk-scrub

Fur Ingrown Concentrate | https://furyou.com/products/ingrown-concentrate

OUTFIT DETAILS:

KOTN Mock Neck Tank | size S | https://bit.ly/3gm9Zy8 (referral code for first time shoppers: https://my.kotn.com/Frani)

KOTN Bike Shorts in Black | size XS | https://bit.ly/35lOJSI

Quince Linen Top* in Drift Wood | Size XS | https://bit.ly/3vcA4Vp

Walmart Sandals

Mejuri Editor Hoops | https://bit.ly/2SrrPXu

GLDN Three Graces Necklace* | https://bit.ly/3uaHG9p (Use code franimatthews5 for $5 off)

Ozma Dot Hankie in Oak | https://bit.ly/3whLwPE

Sven Crossbody Bag | https://www.svenusa.com/style-109/

FOLLOW ME ON INSTAGRAM

I'm not really one to promote products like this, but this duo from @blume has me smelling so good, I had to share them with you!
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The Hug Me probiotic deodorant combats smells by adding helpful bacteria to the pits, so I don't smell like a

Just a photo dump. 🦑
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1. Tom is such a big guy now, and I often forget how smol he used to be. We've had him for almost a whole year now, and he's greatly expanded my capacity to love.
⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
2. I don't know how I survived all this time

Experimenting with the many outfits I can create is one of the ways I enjoy and curate my wardrobe, as well as express my personality and ingenuity.
⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
My fitted turtleneck is one of the most versatile pieces in my wardrobe. It stands alone fo

Very few beings grew mature
in my garden this summer
and the solstice approaches.
Not enough space for the roots
to stretch their legs.
Not enough nourishment for the leaves
to open their hands.
⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
I am still learning
how to honor the burn in

One of the topics I'll be sharing about in Sine Wave Dance (my new, digital zine, launching THIS MONTH!!!) is personal style through the lens of honoring the features your body already contains and supports— your personal lines and essence.
⠀⠀⠀

A little summertime style 🌞
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Outfit breakdown:
Neale Top from @ozma_of_california (discount code: FRANI15)
Linen Pants from @onequince (a summer must-have, link in bio)
Go-To Flatform Sandals from @nisoloshoes | #inmynisolos
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_
#a

Introducing: Sine Wave Dance, an Authentic by Frani ZINE! 🦑✨
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The name, Sine Wave Dance, comes from one of my poems and has stuck with me for about 2 years now, not knowing what it was for. This is what it means to me:
⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
* surrender

Happy Moonday, Summer Solstice, and Cancer Season! Here's a poem snippet for you. 🌞🦀
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I shared the full poem and what it means to me in my Gemini New Moon live chat. The replay is linked in my bio if you missed it.
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I read origina

Supportive Skincare Saved My Skin

June 29, 2021 Frani Beard

In this video, I'm sharing about how switching to a more gentle and supportive skincare routine has changed the way my body heals itself.

SUBSCRIBE ON YOUTUBE

Learn more about supportive skincare and deconstructing beauty

Jessica Defino (subscribe to her newsletter!)

Bare Hands (follow on IG: @bareyourhands)

Maker and Merchant (use code Frani15 for 15% off their site!)

M+M Just Golden Jojoba Oil

M+M Just Rose Hydrosol

INTRODUCING SINEWAVEDANCE, an Authentic by Frani ZINE.

Book a Body typing consultation

I'm not really one to promote products like this, but this duo from @blume has me smelling so good, I had to share them with you!
⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
The Hug Me probiotic deodorant combats smells by adding helpful bacteria to the pits, so I don't smell like a

Just a photo dump. 🦑
⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
1. Tom is such a big guy now, and I often forget how smol he used to be. We've had him for almost a whole year now, and he's greatly expanded my capacity to love.
⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
2. I don't know how I survived all this time

Experimenting with the many outfits I can create is one of the ways I enjoy and curate my wardrobe, as well as express my personality and ingenuity.
⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
My fitted turtleneck is one of the most versatile pieces in my wardrobe. It stands alone fo

Very few beings grew mature
in my garden this summer
and the solstice approaches.
Not enough space for the roots
to stretch their legs.
Not enough nourishment for the leaves
to open their hands.
⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
I am still learning
how to honor the burn in

One of the topics I'll be sharing about in Sine Wave Dance (my new, digital zine, launching THIS MONTH!!!) is personal style through the lens of honoring the features your body already contains and supports— your personal lines and essence.
⠀⠀⠀

A little summertime style 🌞
⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
Outfit breakdown:
Neale Top from @ozma_of_california (discount code: FRANI15)
Linen Pants from @onequince (a summer must-have, link in bio)
Go-To Flatform Sandals from @nisoloshoes | #inmynisolos
⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
_
#a

Introducing: Sine Wave Dance, an Authentic by Frani ZINE! 🦑✨
⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
The name, Sine Wave Dance, comes from one of my poems and has stuck with me for about 2 years now, not knowing what it was for. This is what it means to me:
⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
* surrender

Happy Moonday, Summer Solstice, and Cancer Season! Here's a poem snippet for you. 🌞🦀
⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
I shared the full poem and what it means to me in my Gemini New Moon live chat. The replay is linked in my bio if you missed it.
⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
I read origina

Starting My Loc Journey!

May 17, 2021 Frani Beard

This video is about the beginning of my loc journey and why I’ve chosen to embark on this adventure. I'm allowing my hair to lock up and sharing why in this video about my starter locs! SUBSCRIBE to continue the adventure.

SUBSCRIBE ON YOUTUBE

Support me on PATREON!

I share bonus content about mindfully developing your personal style, learning to be with your body, and celebrating the deepening of self-trust and compassion. Would love to have your energy in that space so we can grow together.

FOLLOW ALONG ON INSTAGRAM TO KEEP UP WITH MY DAY TO DAY.

Five years ago today. 🥰
_
#alovelywaytobe #mrsmatthewsiii

I'm not really one to promote products like this, but this duo from @blume has me smelling so good, I had to share them with you!
⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
The Hug Me probiotic deodorant combats smells by adding helpful bacteria to the pits, so I don't smell like a

Just a photo dump. 🦑
⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
1. Tom is such a big guy now, and I often forget how smol he used to be. We've had him for almost a whole year now, and he's greatly expanded my capacity to love.
⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
2. I don't know how I survived all this time

Experimenting with the many outfits I can create is one of the ways I enjoy and curate my wardrobe, as well as express my personality and ingenuity.
⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
My fitted turtleneck is one of the most versatile pieces in my wardrobe. It stands alone fo

Very few beings grew mature
in my garden this summer
and the solstice approaches.
Not enough space for the roots
to stretch their legs.
Not enough nourishment for the leaves
to open their hands.
⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
I am still learning
how to honor the burn in

One of the topics I'll be sharing about in Sine Wave Dance (my new, digital zine, launching THIS MONTH!!!) is personal style through the lens of honoring the features your body already contains and supports— your personal lines and essence.
⠀⠀⠀

A little summertime style 🌞
⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
Outfit breakdown:
Neale Top from @ozma_of_california (discount code: FRANI15)
Linen Pants from @onequince (a summer must-have, link in bio)
Go-To Flatform Sandals from @nisoloshoes | #inmynisolos
⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
_
#a

Introducing: Sine Wave Dance, an Authentic by Frani ZINE! 🦑✨
⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
The name, Sine Wave Dance, comes from one of my poems and has stuck with me for about 2 years now, not knowing what it was for. This is what it means to me:
⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
* surrender