You’re onto something with the Nigerian designers. My hubby is Nigerian, and every year for wedding and social season I have gowns and outfits custom made in various styles and colors and sent to me. The craftsmanship is exquisite and you can really work with your designer to go all out and create unique pieces.
I'm smiling & tearing up so hard like a proud older cousin 🥲 Happy belated birthday hun! may God's grace and favour continue to shine on you. Your mom's message was so heartwarming. and you sharing a bit of your story is soo relatable in terms of sacrifices our immigrant parents had to make when first moving here. I pray that you will remain grounded and rooted in faith. Keep shining & may God bless you sis ❤❤
I've watched so many of your videos and I've never noticed a stutter. Sometimes the things we notice about ourselves don't even register to others, so yes, embrace any public-speaking opportunities that come your way. Keep growing and excelling sis, we're rooting for you!
Octavia shopping from Nigerian boutiques is actually my secret fashion superpower! You are so official for that fashion tip because Nigerian designers are seriously on top of their game.
Your testimony is so important for the world to hear. Thank you for continuing to share it week after week. Happy belated birthday and congratulations on this huge accomplishment 🎉
I am so incredibly proud of you as a young woman as a black woman as a Jamaican just so very proud of you and I’m so happy that you’re having these experiences. I remember watching you for quite some time and to see how far you’ve come I’m so so proud of you. I feel like a big sister or a little sister
Thank you for the inspiration…I’m a little down and out right now but I know God already set a path for me. Congratulations on all your achievements and ones to come 🤍🤍
🎂🎈Happy birthday, love. You are beautiful and an inspiration to us all. Keep moving and shaking, and most importantly, Living. I understand you completely. At the end of the day, you eventually realize that life IS REALLY what you make it. Mindset, Mindset, Mindset!!!! Our mind, with God, is really a powerful thing. It’s the knowing with your whole being, and not just with your intellectual mind. Life IS indeed beautiful, if we look through the right/correct lens. Love and light, my dear!!! And enjoy!!😊
As a person who barely comments, but have been watching since the first vlog, I must say I am so proud of you Octavia. Hard work pays off & you have worked so hard. 💯 Congratulations! 🥳 👏🏽 God bless you Sis!
holy crap that was a HUGE goodie bag - I literally thought that was your luggage lmao! congrats on joining the sephora squad again girl - proud of you and im here for the representation!
When we voted for you... we knew you would represent us black well, like you always do. Everything you do is so inspiring and beautiful. Well done, Mama🎉
Me watching this literally brought tears to my eyes. I am super proud of you Octavia! It has been sooo amazing watching you grow and evolving into the wonderful woman you are. You've impacted and motivated me sm! Words can't explain. I love and wishing you nothing but Gods continued blessings reign upon you! ❤ lots of love from your hometown 🇯🇲🇯🇲Jamaica. 😊
your mom ´s prayer made me cry. her story ... this is all of us and our parents are the reason why we go this hard. when you grow up poor you dont want to relive this experience again so you fight
I have slight stutter as well and have been told for years to get into public speaking and talk about my story more. You inspired me, amongst many other things, like God of course lol to move forward with that gift. Blessings to you Octavia 💕
Congratulations, so happy for you and your achievements Octavia. This video was so vibrant because you glowed from the inside out. Thank you for sharing that heartfelt message from your mom. Take in every moment of this experience. Your so dedicated I am sure more of these moments are to come. From a fellow island gyal!! Big Up Yourself.
Darling I am soooooo happy for you. Thank you for always sharing with us. I am from Jamaica and you are showing me that I should never give up on my dreams.
Congratulations Octavia on this beautiful accomplishment. The look on your face expressed-exactly how you were feeling in the moment @ the Sephora dinner-you looked absolutely AMAZING!!! Happy Birthday -which has past by now, but nonetheless -I wish you blessings, success, peace & love this year & the years ahead. That message from your mom was so touching & beautiful -God bless her for believing in your dreams🤍
Girl! I don't know why I started tearing up during the workshop 30:45 I'm so happy for you. It's amazing to see your growth, and I feel inspired by you ❤
Coming to America from ANY COUNTRY not just the caribbean is struggles, but WHEN YOU WORK HARD DEDICATE & PRAY my gosh...victory will be yours 🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽 thanks for sharing 😊
Awwwzzzz your mother is such a sweet heart and she is right that story deserve to be heard. We are all here to inspire and aspire. Happy belated birthday 🎉💐💫
Such a lovely vlog and thank you for sharing your mama’s beautiful bday message with us! This vlog gave me the boost I needed to keep going in my career! 😊
Your journey is amazing. I hope you had a really great birthday. Continue to make your mom, and your entire family proud, especially us, as your supporters. Anxiety and depression is real, but once you have a great backing, and faith and trust in God, you can power through.
Had no idea you were from Portland girl. Same here❤️ Been watching you forever. And the growth is phenomenal. I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again, you’re such an inspiration for so many young women watching you. Keep shining and being authentically you beautiful. All love ❤️
I’ve watched you since your very early days, literally went through 3 relationships and made all my exes watch your vlogs with me every time you uploaded. Seriously happy for all that is happening for you ❤️
Ugh, literally so proud of you! Keep at it bc you truly are a bright light and as your momma said will continue to “be a blessing!” I swear I stay crying when I watch your vlogs lately! Your journey is so moving!
Beautiful video, i loved evey moment. Thank you for taking us along with you on the trip. I specifically buy clothes that dont require ironing as well. Lol. I spent too much time ironing school uniforms as a teen. I got soo teary eared watching you strike a pose at the dinner and then they come and sing you happy birthday. Extra special. Keep doing you and reaching beyond the stars cause you are already a star yourself. ❤ you inspire soo much of us with your content. Pure elegance. 🎉🎉🎉🎉 more trips are for sure on the horizon. 😊
@@OctaviaB rightttt. I'm Jamaican and my mom was a nurse so ironing was not optional. All her scrubs ironed and all my uniforms each week. I felt like I was on gossip girl going to my catholic high school.
Happy belated birthday Octavia! I am so proud of u!! You have grown so much I’m a Jamaican n you jus inspire me to jus keep the faith n follow my dreams! Thank you for always being transparent. 😊
Happy Be-Lated Birthday Octavia...I'm watching your journey and bursting with pride for you and all of your accomplishments ...continued success dearest...🎉🎂💞
Congratulations on everything, Octavia❤❤❤. The words your mommy wrote for your birthday message🙏🏽❤️. Your back story was not a hurtle but a milestone that you overcame. But God🙏🏽. Continue to shine and make this world see the beauty internally and externally of Octavia B🥰. Happy Belated Birthday 🎊 🎉🥂. I lucked up and came across one of your videos and I immediately became one of your supporters . Best decision ever. May God continue to bless you and all the desires of your heart ❤️
Happy birthday gorgeous, so proud of all you have been able to accomplish and sharing a little of your story 🙏🏿and glad you pushed through the hard times , big up ya self good pretty skin Gyal lmao love you ❤
Just wanted take a likkle time to send love and support of the woman you're becoming... God blessed you w/another year around the sun happy belated birthday Octavia 💛 You looked absolutely stunning at that Sephora luncheon event that drip was fit you exceptionally well and color was just as beautiful. The special note your Mommie texted you brought tears to my eyes, I miss my Mommie so very much it hurts my heart, I was blessed to have my amazing Mom and you acknowledging your Mom's love and sacrifices will bless you too. Sometimes yaadie are not comfortable being affectionate and expressing love, but we have to break that tell our loved ones as much as possible. Keep shinning Octavia✨
I always enjoy those motivational part when you do it fr it’s helps me from not giving up😢. Am glad you’re in this trip and wishing you more brand trips boo.
Congratulations 🎉. We are all proud of you. Enjoy your journey and thank for sharing. You are very inspiring as you give me a reason to try to live my dreams. Thank you so much. God bless and keep moving forward.
Congratulations on making The Sephora and everything else you're doing remember to soak it all in and give yourself Grace in the process. Keep shining your light!
first of all Octavia THANK YOU for sharing your story. You have inspired me to not only start my youtube journey but to continue in creating the life you want. That little birthday wish section of you're video related to me so much not only because we both Caribbean gyals but I to have contemplated and been through so much! Thank you once again for creating a space for people like us. sending you so much love
I enjoyed this vlog so much. I am in awe of your growth and all of your accomplishments! It’s been an amazing 4 years(?) since you started been watching since you were working and started out with UA-cam. You are such an inspiration to me and to many more. You are the definition of hard work paying off and just to not give up. Your moms text to you was so beautiful and had me teary eyed. Much love always congratulations again on making the Sephora squad. I cannot wait to see what this year has in store for you. Happy birthday & thank you for the Nars “recommendation” not really a recommendation but i am definitely going to try that foundation out! Ps, i am loving this wig!!! I use to love watching you get weaves lol. Stay blessed Octavia 🧡🧡🧡
Congratulations dear 😘you are good at everything you do. Thanks for the good testimony about Nigerian designers, we are ontop of the game proudly 😁happy Bilated birthday 🎂
You’re onto something with the Nigerian designers. My hubby is Nigerian, and every year for wedding and social season I have gowns and outfits custom made in various styles and colors and sent to me. The craftsmanship is exquisite and you can really work with your designer to go all out and create unique pieces.
I agree with shopping with designers in Nigeria because the quality is BEAUTIFUL. Also extremely affordable
Your mom message 😢was so touching she’s the mom ever 🤎🤎🤎
I'm smiling & tearing up so hard like a proud older cousin 🥲 Happy belated birthday hun! may God's grace and favour continue to shine on you. Your mom's message was so heartwarming. and you sharing a bit of your story is soo relatable in terms of sacrifices our immigrant parents had to make when first moving here. I pray that you will remain grounded and rooted in faith. Keep shining & may God bless you sis ❤❤
I've watched so many of your videos and I've never noticed a stutter. Sometimes the things we notice about ourselves don't even register to others, so yes, embrace any public-speaking opportunities that come your way. Keep growing and excelling sis, we're rooting for you!
This is perhaps my fave video, just bc of that message from your Mom and a glimpse of your story. We celebrate you, I celebrate you!
You have an innate ability to create content that resonates on so many levels. Let’s nurture a meaningful friendship on UA-cam.
thank you so much love
Such a beautiful Soul! You are super amazing! Happy & Blessed Birthday!🙏🏽🩷💕🎉🎉
Octavia shopping from Nigerian boutiques is actually my secret fashion superpower! You are so official for that fashion tip because Nigerian designers are seriously on top of their game.
Girl! So on top of their game!
@@OctaviaB and that beautiful green color, it looked like it was made for you.
The birthday message from your mother made me so emotional! Loved every minute of this 🤍
Aw ❤️ loved meeting you again hun! Can’t wait to connect again
You made me tear up - you truly are my inspiration in this content creation world- congratulations and love you OB🤗
Your testimony is so important for the world to hear. Thank you for continuing to share it week after week. Happy belated birthday and congratulations on this huge accomplishment 🎉
❤️❤️❤️❤️
I am so incredibly proud of you as a young woman as a black woman as a Jamaican just so very proud of you and I’m so happy that you’re having these experiences. I remember watching you for quite some time and to see how far you’ve come I’m so so proud of you. I feel like a big sister or a little sister
Thank you for the inspiration…I’m a little down and out right now but I know God already set a path for me. Congratulations on all your achievements and ones to come 🤍🤍
You got this! EYE ON THE PRIZE
its the subtle shade for me "you can tell by the exposed cement" "thats not broken its supposed to look like that" 🤣🤣🤣🤣
🎂🎈Happy birthday, love. You are beautiful and an inspiration to us all. Keep moving and shaking, and most importantly, Living. I understand you completely. At the end of the day, you eventually realize that life IS REALLY what you make it. Mindset, Mindset, Mindset!!!! Our mind, with God, is really a powerful thing. It’s the knowing with your whole being, and not just with your intellectual mind. Life IS indeed beautiful, if we look through the right/correct lens.
Love and light, my dear!!! And enjoy!!😊
As a person who barely comments, but have been watching since the first vlog, I must say I am so proud of you Octavia. Hard work pays off & you have worked so hard. 💯 Congratulations! 🥳 👏🏽 God bless you Sis!
We love you Octavia ❤
holy crap that was a HUGE goodie bag - I literally thought that was your luggage lmao!
congrats on joining the sephora squad again girl - proud of you and im here for the representation!
I low key LOVE the room 😊
When we voted for you... we knew you would represent us black well, like you always do. Everything you do is so inspiring and beautiful. Well done, Mama🎉
aww I appreciate this so much!
Congratulations again Octavia! Your story is inspiring. So proud of you ❤
Thank you so much!!
What a blessing to have a mother that believes in YOU and in the power of faith/love/prayer/sacrifice. Happy Belated Born Day!!
Me watching this literally brought tears to my eyes. I am super proud of you Octavia! It has been sooo amazing watching you grow and evolving into the wonderful woman you are. You've impacted and motivated me sm! Words can't explain. I love and wishing you nothing but Gods continued blessings reign upon you! ❤ lots of love from your hometown 🇯🇲🇯🇲Jamaica. 😊
Thank you for this T🤍
The green outfit is stunning... impressed that you got it from a Nigerian designer.... shout out to Nigeria!
Love it!
your mom ´s prayer made me cry. her story ... this is all of us and our parents are the reason why we go this hard. when you grow up poor you dont want to relive this experience again so you fight
Your spirit is so beautiful. We appreciate the light you bring! 🌟
Thank you so much!
I have slight stutter as well and have been told for years to get into public speaking and talk about my story more. You inspired me, amongst many other things, like God of course lol to move forward with that gift. Blessings to you Octavia 💕
You’re welcome ❤️
Your mom is so sweet, her support had me in tears. Hope you had a great birthday! ♥🥳
You are the IT girl
Congratulations, so happy for you and your achievements Octavia. This video was so vibrant because you glowed from the inside out. Thank you for sharing that heartfelt message from your mom. Take in every moment of this experience. Your so dedicated I am sure more of these moments are to come. From a fellow island gyal!! Big Up Yourself.
Thank you so much!!
So so so proud! Can't wait to hear your full story one day! Unnuh Caar Waitttt!
Darling I am soooooo happy for you. Thank you for always sharing with us. I am from Jamaica and you are showing me that I should never give up on my dreams.
Please don’t ❤️
Congratulations Octavia on this beautiful accomplishment. The look on your face expressed-exactly how you were feeling in the moment @ the Sephora dinner-you looked absolutely AMAZING!!!
Happy Birthday -which has past by now, but nonetheless -I wish you blessings, success, peace & love this year & the years ahead. That message from your mom was so touching & beautiful -God bless her for believing in your dreams🤍
Thank you Kenisha!
@@OctaviaB 😍😍😍
Girl! I don't know why I started tearing up during the workshop 30:45 I'm so happy for you. It's amazing to see your growth, and I feel inspired by you ❤
Aww same here!
Thank you also ❤️
Coming to America from ANY COUNTRY not just the caribbean is struggles, but WHEN YOU WORK HARD DEDICATE & PRAY my gosh...victory will be yours 🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽 thanks for sharing 😊
Congratulations!!!🎉🎊🎈
You look so good 🙌🏾💗
Congrats😍 & Happy Belated Birthday🥳
Happy Birthday Octavia!! This is just the begining of where God will be taking you!! ❤❤❤❤
So proud of you Octavia. The Sephora SQUAD is like your new family now. That how I feel about Mary Kay. ❤ I can’t wait to see more of your journey.
When goodie sehh "how dis open" that was me! Dwl!! So proud of you shug! Keep being great
Hahaha 🤣
Invest in a good steamer
I have a Conair Turbo Extremesteam and I LOVE it. Can steam iron my clothes and sheets
Congratulations, Octavia. I genuinely wish you all the best this life has to offer. Thanks for being an inspiration to me.
Thank you so much!
Happy belated Birthday gorgeous!!! Wishing you an abundance of love, joy, happiness and countless blessings!
Thank you 🙏🏾
The green outfit was outstanding 🫶🏾
❤️ thank you
Awwwzzzz your mother is such a sweet heart and she is right that story deserve to be heard. We are all here to inspire and aspire. Happy belated birthday 🎉💐💫
Thank you so much
Congratulations Octavia,You story is inspiring.you’re one of my favourite UA-camrs.
Such a lovely vlog and thank you for sharing your mama’s beautiful bday message with us!
This vlog gave me the boost I needed to keep going in my career! 😊
You are so welcome! Keep going
Nigerian designers 👋🏾👋🏾👋🏾 the creativity is unmatched
Agreed! I can’t wait to discovers others! Im hooked
Your journey is amazing. I hope you had a really great birthday. Continue to make your mom, and your entire family proud, especially us, as your supporters. Anxiety and depression is real, but once you have a great backing, and faith and trust in God, you can power through.
Had no idea you were from Portland girl. Same here❤️
Been watching you forever. And the growth is phenomenal.
I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again, you’re such an inspiration for so many young women watching you.
Keep shining and being authentically you beautiful. All love ❤️
I’ve watched you since your very early days, literally went through 3 relationships and made all my exes watch your vlogs with me every time you uploaded. Seriously happy for all that is happening for you ❤️
Haha love that! Thank you so much for the support ❤️
Ugh, literally so proud of you! Keep at it bc you truly are a bright light and as your momma said will continue to “be a blessing!” I swear I stay crying when I watch your vlogs lately! Your journey is so moving!
❤️ aw Tysm love
@@OctaviaB you are so welcome, love❤️
Love the intro story of your mom, keep that head up lady. So proud of you Octavia! Look at you!!!!!🎉🎉❤️❤️
Beautiful video, i loved evey moment. Thank you for taking us along with you on the trip. I specifically buy clothes that dont require ironing as well. Lol. I spent too much time ironing school uniforms as a teen. I got soo teary eared watching you strike a pose at the dinner and then they come and sing you happy birthday. Extra special. Keep doing you and reaching beyond the stars cause you are already a star yourself. ❤ you inspire soo much of us with your content. Pure elegance. 🎉🎉🎉🎉 more trips are for sure on the horizon. 😊
Omg me! I used to iron every Sunday evening all my uniforms for school with the darn starch spray lol
@@OctaviaB rightttt. I'm Jamaican and my mom was a nurse so ironing was not optional. All her scrubs ironed and all my uniforms each week. I felt like I was on gossip girl going to my catholic high school.
AWWWW!! The birthday surprise was so sweet! Happy belated birthday!!
Happy belated birthday Octavia! I am so proud of u!! You have grown so much I’m a Jamaican n you jus inspire me to jus keep the faith n follow my dreams! Thank you for always being transparent. 😊
Happy Be-Lated Birthday Octavia...I'm watching your journey and bursting with pride for you and all of your accomplishments ...continued success dearest...🎉🎂💞
Congratulations on everything, Octavia❤❤❤. The words your mommy wrote for your birthday message🙏🏽❤️. Your back story was not a hurtle but a milestone that you overcame. But God🙏🏽.
Continue to shine and make this world see the beauty internally and externally of Octavia B🥰. Happy Belated Birthday 🎊 🎉🥂.
I lucked up and came across one of your videos and I immediately became one of your supporters . Best decision ever. May God continue to bless you and all the desires of your heart ❤️
Happy birthday gorgeous, so proud of all you have been able to accomplish and sharing a little of your story 🙏🏿and glad you pushed through the hard times , big up ya self good pretty skin Gyal lmao love you ❤
Just wanted take a likkle time to send love and support of the woman you're becoming... God blessed you w/another year around the sun happy belated birthday Octavia 💛 You looked absolutely stunning at that Sephora luncheon event that drip was fit you exceptionally well and color was just as beautiful. The special note your Mommie texted you brought tears to my eyes, I miss my Mommie so very much it hurts my heart, I was blessed to have my amazing Mom and you acknowledging your Mom's love and sacrifices will bless you too. Sometimes yaadie are not comfortable being affectionate and expressing love, but we have to break that tell our loved ones as much as possible. Keep shinning Octavia✨
Happy belated birthday Octavia! Blessings ❤ we super proud of you!
Uplifting content like this is gold! ❤ Congratulations on making the Sephora Squad! Your testimony is only the beginning!
Congrats, it's been beautiful watching your journey. This video just warmth my heart, your mom is the sweetest. Had me crying my eye out.
How special that they celebrated your birthday!! Happy Birthday Octavia! Wishing you many more blessings! ❤❤❤
Hey Octavia i hope you had a good time in LA for the Sephora trip. Congrats on being the part Sephora 2023 squad also happy birthday.
What a great vlog Octavia! I always enjoy your content. Watching your channel is very grounding for me and is sort of a morale booster if you will. 😊
I always enjoy those motivational part when you do it fr it’s helps me from not giving up😢. Am glad you’re in this trip and wishing you more brand trips boo.
Congratulations Octavia🎉🎉. You are so inspiring and deserving ❤
Thank you ❤️
Aww Octavia ❤ your mom's message 🥹
Congrats on Sephora Squad and Happy Birthday!
We are all so proud of our dolly....our good gyal 😁........looking great as usual.
Happy belated birthday! Love how supportive your mom is 🥰🥰🥰
Yeah!!! Welcome back to LA Octavia! Congratulations again on your win. Stay blessed and safe.
Yes....Nigeria I knew I liked the color for a reason.
Thank you 😊
Congrats Octavia! I pray many more blessings!
Congratulations Octavia🎉 and happy belated birthday 🎂 🎊🥳
Congratulations I’m so proud and happy for you 💕
great vlog per usual 🤗 what’s the song you used towards the end? Sending you lots of love 💕
Such a beautiful story Octavia, thank you for sharing. Congratulations again and happy birthday!🎉🤍🥂
Happiest Belated Birthday OB. To more heights!!!!
Happiest of Birthdays Beautiful! My takeaway from this video: keep your eyes on the prize even through the midst of your battles. Got it. Thank you! 💕
❤️❤️❤️❤️ yes
We are so proud of you Octavia!!
Thank you ❤️
You are a pleasure to watch! I will literally stop watching something else to tune in 🤭😂
Loved everything about this so beautiful and inspirational..more blessings to you mamas 🥰☺️💗🙏🦋
Congratulations 🎉. We are all proud of you. Enjoy your journey and thank for sharing. You are very inspiring as you give me a reason to try to live my dreams. Thank you so much. God bless and keep moving forward.
❤️❤️❤️❤️
I’m so proud of you and I’m so glad God seen you through your tough times. You’re a inspiration to all women 😊
Happy Bday babes! Been here from time and so proud of you 🤎
Thank you so much!
The hair guuurlll...THE HAIR!!!
I know you're going to enjoy every moment of this incredible ride! You earned it👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾
Congratulations on making The Sephora and everything else you're doing remember to soak it all in and give yourself Grace in the process. Keep shining your light!
Thank you so much! I will ✨
From where you started and where you are, can I just say you are yet still to go far..congratulations you surely deserve it❤❤❤❤
❤️ Tysm
first of all Octavia THANK YOU for sharing your story. You have inspired me to not only start my youtube journey but to continue in creating the life you want. That little birthday wish section of you're video related to me so much not only because we both Caribbean gyals but I to have contemplated and been through so much! Thank you once again for creating a space for people like us. sending you so much love
You’re so welcome ❤️
I enjoyed this vlog so much. I am in awe of your growth and all of your accomplishments! It’s been an amazing 4 years(?) since you started been watching since you were working and started out with UA-cam. You are such an inspiration to me and to many more. You are the definition of hard work paying off and just to not give up. Your moms text to you was so beautiful and had me teary eyed. Much love always congratulations again on making the Sephora squad. I cannot wait to see what this year has in store for you. Happy birthday & thank you for the Nars “recommendation” not really a recommendation but i am definitely going to try that foundation out! Ps, i am loving this wig!!! I use to love watching you get weaves lol. Stay blessed Octavia 🧡🧡🧡
Amen…..anything is possible. Thank you for the reminder. Now you’re an inspiration to all ❤❤❤. Congratulations on making the Sephora Squad ‘23👏🏾
Yes! Thank you!
Your green outfit was so beautiful congratulations 🎉
I am here for all of this sis❤. CONGRATULATIONS. Your journey warms my heart. All love 🇿🇦
Congratulations dear 😘you are good at everything you do. Thanks for the good testimony about Nigerian designers, we are ontop of the game proudly 😁happy Bilated birthday 🎂
Thank you so much 🤗
Happy belated🎉🎉🎉 this is amazing congrats and u look fabulous!! ❤
I love you so much Octavia. I love your content, you inspire me.
Thank you ! I’m happy you feel inspired