All Work & Play

Work & Play by Deanna Jackson featuring clutch bags

Accessories that double for work and play!

Beyonce Awarded Billboard's Millennium Award + Knockout Performance



Beyonce accepting Billboard Millennium Award.





Beyonce's performance was out of this world.  Check it out!!

Black Beauties Hall of Fame: Beautiful, Elegant, Powerful & Timeless!

Black Beauties Hall of Fame by Deanna Jackson on Polyvore.com




Beautifu, elegant, powerful & timeless!!

Chaka Khan gets star on Hollywood Walk of Fame

I was excited to hear that ten time Grammy winner, Chaka Khan got her star on Hollywood's Walk of Fame today. From the songbird who has given us such hits as "I'm Every Woman", "Tell Me Something Good" and "Ain't Nobody" I feel this recognition is years overdue but appreciated nonetheless.

Thank you, Chaka for all your beautiful music that has inspired us!

Black Models on the Runway

While there is definitely room for more diversification on the runway, there are designers who use models of color to promote their brand; So to them, a thank you is in order. But to truly get some of the other designers' attention is to hit them where they will notice it: their bottom line!!


     Here are a few designers including us in their show:

Black BeauTees Style

Black BeauTees by Deanna Jackson featuring a wool blazer

Jeans & tees are wardrobe staples for most of us because they are so versatile and with the right accessories, this staple goes from casual to glam in 60 seconds.

Shop our new tees at Black BeauTees.com

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, café 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!!!

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.

                                                                    

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.