Wednesday, May 4, 2011

Vogue Italia May 2011: Tribute to Black Beauties

 
                                                             




As written by  fashion editor, Claire Sulmers of The Fashion Bomb for Vogue Italia.


With bright eyes peering out under deliciously curled lashes, cheekbones and jawbones contoured as if chiseled from sharp stone, full noses, and sumptuously lush lips, black women are unquestionably beautiful.
A tribute is due to the woman whose skin tone ranges from alabaster to mahogany to smooth onyx, who can flawlessly carry any makeup look—from gold dusted lids to fuchsia blush to ripe purple and pink glosses. These pages pay homage to the versatile woman whose hair can oscillate from a tightly coiled and coifed Afro, to sleek layers, to a slicked back pixie cut in a matter of minutes. To the divine woman whose enviably full lips, strong, white teeth, and delightful smile have been known to electrify the hearts of many. To the siren whose smooth, velvety skin blocks the sun yet remains supple and unblemished with the passage of time.
Variable and diverse, black beauty escapes simple classification. But no matter the incarnation—whether the color of molasses, cafĂ© au lait, bronze, tan, or tinged like desert sand—black beauties radiate with poise and multidimensional splendor.


                                                                             

I love that our soul, strength, & style is being recognized because it is undeniable!!!

Tuesday, May 3, 2011

MET Gala 2011

 Here are some head turning styles from the MET Gala 2011 honoring the late Alexander McQueen:

Mr. & Mrs. Carter.  Beyonce looks exquisite in Pucci.



Rihanna took a chance in a black lace Stella McCartney dress.



Janelle Monae in Chanel.



Jennifer Hudson is stunning in Vera Wang.



Ciara looks divine in Prabal Gurung.




Zoe Saldana is gorgeous in a strapless, canary yellow Calvin Klein gown.
                                                                              
                               Madonna shows she's still got it; channeling old Hollywood glamour in a
                                                  slate blue, Stella McCartney gown.



Iman is a golden goddess in a bronze Stella McCartney jumpsuit.
                                                                    

Sunday, May 1, 2011

Haute Happenings in L.A.- 7 for All Mankind Summer Soiree

Me with Tiffany of Style Sophisticate.



7 Designer Picks for spring and summer- Easy demin and cotton pieces.
                                                                          

Vibrant colors are the accent of the season; from magentas to cobalt blues.



Yesterday I attended a style soiree at 7 for All Mankind located at 100 Robertson Blvd. in L.A. the ambience was laid back yet fancy.  If you're in the L.A. area, stop by and check out their new collection.
                                                                           

Wednesday, April 27, 2011

Black BeauTees for Obama

President Obama announced earlier this month that he is running for re-election. 
Let's show our support and help get President Obama to a second term in office!!


Get your OBAMA 2012 tee here.



Saturday, April 23, 2011

Tracee Ellis Ross to star in new show on BET!!

Stylish actress, Tracee Ellis Ross and Malcolm Jamal Warner are set to star in a new sitcom on BET for the Fall lineup called "Reed Between the Lines."

 Ross will portray Dr. Carla Reed, a psychologist, and a mother of three who strives to balance family life and her career.  Warner is cast as her husband who plays an English teacher.

I am eagerly awaiting this new show and her wardrobe!!!


 Will  you tune in???

Thursday, April 21, 2011

Esperanza Spalding: Funky Style for InStyle


I received my InStyle mag in the mail today and was excited to see Grammy Award winning, natural beauty, Esperanza Spalding rocking top designer collections as only she can!!!



Versace


Marni


Prada


Prabal Gurung
 I'm loving her beautiful, bodacious fro'!!

Wednesday, April 6, 2011

Tribal Chic Footwear


Spring is upon us and we all know what that means......time to break out our open toe sandals such as these Jimmy Choo "Viviene" strappy stilettos which are funky, bohemian, eclectic and oh so tribal!!