Written By: Samantha Cee

This month we sat down with the rising fashion mogul and brand , Imperfectly Chic Boutique. The rising fashion house is making a vast name for themselves by creating innovative fashion that are inclusive of all sizes. Take a look at our exclusive cover story with the rising brand.

Boutique/Imperfectly Chic Boutique: https://instagram.com/imperfectly_chic_boutique?utm_medium=copy_link

Adult Store/ Naughty By Nature Toys & Apparel Inc: https://instagram.com/naughtybynaturebae?utm_medium=copy_link

Unisex Beauty Supply Store pretty & Paid Hair Palace: https://instagram.com/prettypaidhairpalace?utm_medium=copy_link

Independent Singing Page " Mariah Lashay" : https://instagram.com/mariahlashay3?utm_medium=copy_link

Motivational Speaker/ Podcast Page/ Royal Motivation Podcast & Blog: https://instagram.com/_royal_motivation__?utm_medium=copy_link

FGM: Its an honor to sit down with you all. Tell us a little about your brand and how you've come to this vastly successful peek in your career .

Answer: Hello All, My name is Mariah Milburn I am a 23 yr old entrepreneur located in Baltimore. I vastly came into this successful peek in my life due to me embracing my Uniqueness & Taking risks with fear not from fear. Imperfectly Chic Boutique Was actually a rebrand from My past brand Shady GLAM. Shady GLAM was started when I was 18 years old. I sold sunglasses with that brand. Shady glam was based off of a wounded young girl seeking a way out of the slums she seen an opportunity and TOOK IT. Imperfectly Chic Boutique came about as I got older. Imperfectly Chic Boutique is the healing , growing, take risks and gain confidence Business. Everything I do speaks Volumes in reference to MYSELF.

FGM: Who are the clients/what are the projects that you most enjoy working on?

Answer: The clients I seek are the Queens & Kings who feel not so confident on certain days but want to make a statement and would love to push through embracing their Growths peek. That's where I come in with my products. Whether it's clothing, a positive quote I'll post, a compliment, accessories from my boutique and so on. Anything I may sell or share i aim to give everyone a push into feeling good about themselves and visioning their Higher self while becoming their OWN TRUE LOVE in life.

FGM: How do you feel you make a difference in the world?

Answer: I know I make a difference in the world. I put out Kindness, I use my story to maybe save a life or several. I don't push out this "FAKE" narrative to be someone I am NOT just to make a dollar and/or gain clientele. I am Authentically MARIAH. And those individuals who are finding their way can sense that I am BEING MYSELF. So everything flows for me.

FGM: Tell us about a time when you showed determination to continue as an entrepreneur

Answer: Entrepreneurship is NOT EASY whatsoever. I was ALWAYS determined to continue for the sake of Leading MYSELF and attempting to step away from the systematic programming. But entrepreneurs are still in that loop whether we want to accept it or no lol.. FURTHERMORE. I continue to pave my way as an entrepreneur for not only the money but to leave my mark/imprint on the world and starting a legacy for future children. You never know what type of doors will open for you if you give up and never try anything.

FGM: Give me the three best qualities of your brand

Answer: Confidence. Royalty . Inner Beauty/Style.

FGM: Give me an example of when you worked irregular hours?

Answer: I'm not sure what exactly the question is asking. But I'll attempt to answer the best way possible. I think you're asking about 9-5 irregular hours? I currently still work irregular hours & a 9-5 to be productive on top of also using the quick money to pay off other stuff while working on my businesses

FGM: Being a entrepreneur is a 24/7 job, how did you get ready for that?

Answer: I feel as though anyone who wants to be their own boss personally needs to MENTALLY AND EMOTIONALLY prepare. Entrepreneurship needs sacrifices from your normal day to day life meaning it requires SELF DISCIPLINE, A PLAN, NETWORKING, DEDICATION, CONSISTENCY. I had/have to mentally and emotionally prepare for it. I am not perfect meaning I have my days where I allow the outside to interfere with my inner self which ends up reflecting on my businesses. But honestly I just work on growing within myself daily while also pursuing my entrepreneurship/business ventures. You grow with your business/es. Do not let it grow without you.

FGM: How did you acquire the ability to work under pressure to beat meet deadlines as a entrepreneur ?

Answer: SELF DISCIPLINE!!! SELF ACCOUNTABILITY!!! SELF AWARENESS!!! Everything is a reflection of you in your life. Especially being a Hustler/Business owner.

FGM: What is your favorite inspirational point, place, to develop new brand developments?

Answer: My favorite inspirational place is being outside with nature, Tik Tok/social media, Posts that'll inspire a childhood memory of me doing something bossy lol. Spending time with Self mainly so I am able to sit with my thoughts and embrace every piece of info on my mind. I have a ton of notes that'll become my business reality SOON.

FGM: Which current public figure, are you inspired by or appreciate the most?

Answer: I am inspired by myself for constantly going. But I appreciate people like B Simone, Mz.Skittles and so on for sharing their stories while also highlighting the Reality of their journey.

How do you handle stress ?

Answer: I accept whatever has happened and allow myself to feel the emotions. I like to sometimes vent to my homies, listen to music and/or remain to myself so I can embrace whatever is occurring.

FGM: What are the three qualities you feel an entrepreneur must have ?

Answer: Consistency/Critical Thinking, Time/A schedule, Confidence

FGM: Where do you see your business in 10 years ?How do you plan to get there ?

Answer: I am taking everything a day at a time if you can't embrace the Now/Today/Present there will NEVER be a 10 years..TODAYS ACTIONS WILL DETERMINE HOW FAR YOU GO... But I vision myself in the tabloids/media with the Bigger Dawgs lol ,doing more for the community, giving back, fashion shows, Business Trips and so on...

FGM: It was a pleasure speaking with you thank you for joining us.
Answer: Thank you for having me.

Fashion Gxd Magazine "Imperfectly Chic Boutique"

By Pilar Scratch in Entrepreneur cover for Fashion Gxd Magazine

30 pages, published 3/18/2022

This month we sat down with the rising fashion mogul and brand , Imperfectly Chic Boutique. The rising fashion house is making a vast name for themselves by creating innovative fashion that are inclusive of all sizes. Take a look at our exclusive cover story with the rising brand.