Thursday, August 16, 2012

Janelle Monae Is The New Face of CoverGirl!



Soulful Musician, Janelle Monae was named the new face of COVERGIRL yesterday! The super beautiful mega-star told Billboard.com, “I believe it’s time that women truly owned their superpowers and used their beauty and strength to change the world around them.”



Additionally, she says “One of my core values is to help redefine what it means to be a strong and beautiful woman in the music and fashion worlds and to empower the wonderful things that make us unique. Becoming a COVERGIRL is truly an honor and a gift: it opens up a new platform for me to inspire women to feel stronger, braver and more beautiful inside and out.” I'm not mad at that, Janelle is a great role model for young women and I'm eager to see more of her!



You can check out Janelle's first 10-page ad is set to debut in Vogue Magazine's September issue!  #BlackGirlsRock

STEAL OF THE DAY: ASOS 20% Off Promo Code


If you're looking for some new threads be sure to check out ASOS! They are giving you an extra 20% off full price items with code NEW20. This promotion ends this Sunday, August 19th.

Wednesday, August 15, 2012

VIDEO OF THE DAY: Preview of Rihanna’s interview with Oprah



Oprah sat down with the Bajan Princess & Fashion Icon, Rihanna at her home island of Barbados. Don’t miss the exclusive interview Sunday, August 19 on Oprah’s Next Chapter at 9/8c on OWN: The Oprah Winfrey Network. Really excited for this interview, set your DVR! :)

Promo Fab: Alicia Keys Shows Off New Hair Cut & Body


Alicia Keys stole my heart this morning as I sipped my chai in this sheer number! I'm totally loving the new hair cut, very reminiscent of Halle Berry circa 2009. This Fab-Mommy just released a promo pic for her upcoming album entitled, "Girl On Fire" and needless to say she's smokin' haute.

Read what Alicia had to say about the new album below:
"Girl on Fire is about new beginnings, new perspectives and fresh starts… stripping away all the bad energy in your life and taking full control of the reigns and how you want to live. There is something really empowering about finding yourself and your own inner strength. On one song, One of the lines I wrote says, “I’ll never be perfect, but at least now I’m brave!"



Tika Sumpter 'Sparkles' for her Red Carpet Premiere


The 'Sparkle' NYC Premiere took place last night at the Tribeca Grand Hotel and the girls of the hour looked beyond fabulous! Cullen Jones, Jordan Sparks and our favorite girl Tika Sumpter glammed it out. Only Tika could pull of this gold sheer gown, perfect hair and flawless make-up. I'm definitely a fan of this look, so glamorous yet sexy at the same time! #GirlCrush  


Her hair is perfect! I need her Stylist's number asap.

images via: theybf & getty

#TeamGold


*Be sure to check out 'Sparkle' as it hits movie theatre's this friday, August 17th* 

Our Favorite September 2012 Covers!

With Fashion Week Month right around the corner, I'm super excited about all the fabulous covers I've seen thus far! Most of your fashion bibles are on newsstands now (hurry up!) so be sure to stay in the "know" about all the trends this coming season. Check out some of my favorite September covers below:

Not sure if I've told you BUT I love Rita! Great cover :)


Newly single, Katie Holmes = Sexy Mama!

Eye-Candy David Beckham kept it cool in plaid.

40 something & Fabulous is all I have to say! #BOOM

Metallics are soooo in this season! Go Lindsey, she looks amazing!

How cute is it that her and the hubby have September covers?! #PowerCouple

Gwen gets floral fab for Harper's Bazaar! I love it.

Newly engaged, Miley Cyrus shows us her glamorous side! J'Adore.

Kimmy glows for New York! She's a beauty.

I fell instantly in love with this cover because of her HAIR! So fab!

Oprah shows her au-natural side :)

Jenner Sisters mix their prints very well! Go girls!

Of course, Vogue Paris shut it down with 3 fabulous covers at the same damn time!  


Absolutely adore this cover! So vibrant, trendy and full of life!

Queen Monster of them all....Lady Gaga is glammed it out for Vogue US! Ow.


What's your favorite cover?

Tuesday, August 14, 2012

WHAT I WORE: Elle Varner Concert



Last Friday, I attended the Elle Varner concert at the Howard Theatre with my a few of my girlfriends. I'm a big Elle fan so I definitely wanted to attend her concert especially since I loved her mixtape and album (Conversational Lush & Perfectly Imperfect). We enjoyed food and drinks at a very beautiful venue (Go HU!), while enjoying music from Tabi Bonney, Raheem Devaughn & of course the talented, Elle Varner! Prior to the concert I had a fashion emergency so I decided to wear my romper and flat wedges just in case I was going to be standing but luckily we arrived early enough to snag a booth. Overall, it was an amazing concert that kicked off a very stress-free weekend. Get the skinny on 'What I Wore' below:

Olive Green one-shoulder romper by H&M (last season)
Cream leather chain purse from Urban Outfitters
Flat wedged sandals from Urban Outfitters
Hoop earrings from Belle Noel

(L to R: Lily, Me, Lala & Kimmy @ The Howard Theatre waiting for Elle Varner)


POUND THE ALARM: Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Spring 2013 Schedule!

I'm super excited that my second favorite month of the year (Obviously, February is near and dear to my little ol' heart) is approaching! Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week kicks off in New York next month on September 6th and I cannot wait to see all the beautiful pieces from designers I love and admire. I'll be in New York for IFBCON a few days prior to the big kick off so I'm hoping to attend a few shows in between getting ready for my last semester of Grad School!! Anyway, see the schedule for the Spring 2013 Collections, Are you excited to see any particular designer?

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    9TH ANNUAL STYLE AWARDS at STAGE

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CAMPAIGN FAB: Tom Ford Beauty, Fall 2012



Ukrainian model, Sejana Onopka poses with Tom Ford in the Tom Ford Beauty Fall 2012 campaign. This ad has so much intensity in it, LOVE IT! 

NAIL FILES: Color Club In True Fashion Collection, Fall 2012

Nail Polish Addicts get familiar with the Color Club. The York based nail color company announced today the debut of In True Fashion, the new fall 2012 nail polish collection from Color Club. Straight off the runway comes what is sure to be this season’s hottest collection of all-eyes-on-hue nail lacquers. The Collection features 12 seasonally inspired nail polishes – from Look Book and Personal Stylist to First Looks and Model Behavior – this new vegan, formaldehyde, toluene and DBP-free collection will ensure you are runway ready.


  • Look Book Bright Red
  • Style Icon Burgundy
  • By Design Plum
  • In the Limelight Periwinkle
  • Muse-ical Gray
  • Fashion Moment Eggplant
  • Editorial Peridot Duochrome
  • Port-folio Purple Duochrome
  • Personal Stylist Blue Duochrome
  • First Looks Blue Green Metallic
  • Model Behavior Bronze Metallic
  • Show Time Charcoal Metallic

  • Each bottle retails for $8 each and be purchased here: http://www.cosmeticgroup.com/shop/Color-Club-Polish/nail-polish-collections

    PAUSE FOR THE CAUSE: Build a Backpack: Back to School Drive.

    GIVING BACK TO THE COMMUNITY!

    SAREA FLO PRODUCTIONS BACK TO SCHOOL DRIVE AT THE
    ANACOSTIA GALLERY AND BOUTIQUE
    Sarea-Flo Mack, owner of Sarea-Flo Productions is giving back through community outreach in support of Fashion Empowering Women Build a Backpack:Back to School Drive. Sarea-Flo will be hosting an event at The Anacostia Art Gallery & Boutique, a uniquely decorated house located just up the hill up from the Smithsonian Anacostia

    Community Museum . It features the best selection of fine art & crafts, African artifacts, unique home accessories and collectibles East of the River. This event will be on Sunday August 19th from 3:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m., guest can enjoy delicious bites,refreshing sips and tour the gallery to add unique selections of art to your home. For you visit you will receive 15% off of anything in the Art Gallery so please join Sarea in supporting this worthy cause.
    About Fashion Empowering Women
    Fashion Empowering Women® (FEW) is a non-profit foundation that uses the arts: fashion, film, music and literature as awareness vehicles to meet millennials where their interests lie. Our mission is to mobilize the millennial generation by involving, igniting, involving and informing them about social good, volunteerism and philanthropy. We also mobilize the creative industries by creating opportunities for it's members to support the missions of social service causes and non-profit organizations that empower girls and women. Through the Look Good. Do Good. Movement, we are highlighting, celebrating and supporting millennials who use their platforms, voices, skills, talents, time and money to support their communities. Visit www.change.org/petitions/
    lookgooddogoodmovement to learn more.

    About Sarea-Flo Productions
    Sarea-Flo Productions is a boutique-style theatre and video production company that specializes in film production and performing arts. We create dynamic anecdotes through play writing to educate, engage, and inspire our audience. We strive to capture captivating images through our lens to aid in storytelling and to build the concrete structure of stronger communities.
    WHAT IS THE #BUILDABACKPACK DRIVE?
    The poverty rate in the Metropolitan area is steadily rising, and children are disproportionately affected. Studies show that Prince Georges County has the highest suburban poverty rate with 7% of residents living below the poverty line. The District’s Ward 8, stands at an alarming 35% with an unemployment rate at 25.2%. In Alexandria city, 18% of residents live in poverty.
    According to educators, children sometimes go to school without the proper supplies because their parents simply cannot afford it. The #BuildaBackpack Drive will support these families by collecting supplies to ensure student preparedness. We cannot do it without you. Will you help FEW's Build a Backpack?

    WHY PLAN A BACKPACK DRIVE?
    Sometimes the only difference between an A+ student and a failing student is having basic supplies to do homework and participate in class. Because 80% of the children living in Ward 8 come from family's below the poverty line, after the most basic of needs of the family are met, school supplies may not fit into that budget.

    For those who can not attend but would like to still donate please visit:
    eventbrite.com/
    All ages are invited to attend this event, Attendees are urged to donate according to the items listed below:

    LIST ONE | PRIMARY GRADES K THROUGH 4TH
    (1) Backpack (1) Pkg. Colored Pencils (24) (1) Pkg, Crayons (24) (2) Pink chunk Erasers (2) Pkg. #2 pencils (2) Spiral Notebooks (4) Composition Notebooks (1) Pkg. red Pens (5) Folders (1) 3-ring binder (1) Pkg. Highlighters (1) Pencil Case (1) Pkg. Index Cards (1) Ruler (1) Pkg. glue sticks (1) Scotch Tape (1) Pkg. Notebook paper (1) Plastic Compass (1) Dictionary (1) Assignment Notebook
    LIST 2 | GRADES 5 THROUGH HIGH SCHOOL
    (1) Backpack, large in size (1) Plastic Protractor (1) Plastic Compass (1) Pkg. Colored Pencils (1) Pkg. Pink Chunk Erasers (1) Box #2 pencils (5) Spiral Notebooks (1) Package of pens in multiple colors (red, black, blue) (5) Pocket Folders OR (1) Accordion type (usually plastic) multi pocket folder (1) 3-ring binder (1) White Out (1) Pkg. Highlighters (1) Pencil Case (1) Pkg. Index Cards (1) Ruler (1) Scissors (1) Scotch Tape (2) Pkg. Notebook paper (1) Dictionary appropriate for High School and Upper grades (1) Assignment Notebook (1) 1GB Jump Drive
    If you have any questions, or if you are willing to volunteer on the day of the event please contact Sarea-Flo personally at sareaflo.freexpression@gmail.com. 

    EVENT ALERT: Carnelian Boutique: Pop-Up Shop & Launch Party



    Grab your girls & come shop Carnelian Boutique on Saturday, August 18th! Join them as they celebrate their recent website launch with an amazing pop-up shop and launch party.
    You’ll have access to a fitting lounge to try on merchandise from CarnelianBoutique.com, and you’ll even get an exclusive peek at our newest items for the Fall!

    They will also have special guest EE Cuffs so you can shop beautiful cuff bracelets made from recycled materials. Truly wearable art!
    As you shop, enjoy complimentary treats from Hello Cupcake & champagne from Chat’s Liquors.
    Pop-up Shop: 12-5pm
    Launch Party: 5-8pm

    Friday, August 10, 2012

    HAUTE FRIDAY!


    SO, last weekend I was in Toronto, Canada for Caribana and had a ball...definitely one of my favorite places I've travelled to this summer. I took a road trip with my family and it was alot of bonding and tons of good times, I'm a lover of quality time so I really appreciated being surrounded by good hearted, genuine people that love me unconditionally. Beyond the parade and partying, it was great to see all the beautiful costumes and people celebrating their culture! The picture above is was taken last Saturday, I opted to wear something comfortable yet chic because I knew it would be doing alot of walking and alot of dancing of course! The highlight of my Caribana trip was attending the Machel Montano concert and enjoying Caribbean Chinese Food! What a great treat :) 

    ANYWAY....Here's the skinny on my outfit:
    Multi-colored sequin crop top from T.J. Maxx
    Short shorts from ZARA
    Michael Kors jelly sandals
     Jimmy Choo sunnies
    Vintage Christian Dior purse

    Looking forward to a busy weekend in the DMV and hopefully some relaxation time, I'm gearing up for final exams...the end is near! Have a super fabulous weekend doing whatever you like!

    *bows out gracefully*

    Thursday, August 9, 2012

    PAUSE FOR THE CAUSE: Beyoncé's World Humanitarian Day Campaign



    Beyoncé, the United Nations and humanitarian aid organizations are launching a global campaign today to shine a spotlight on humanitarian work and encourage people around the world to get involved by doing something good for others. Kudos to Bey, she's definitely doing an amazing act of humanitarianism and for that we pause our fashion related posts for a worthy cause! Read more below:  

    WHAT: World Humanitarian Day is a global day to celebrate humanity and the spirit of people helping people.

    WHEN: August 19th, 2012

    HOW: It takes only five simple steps to support World Humanitarian Day.
    1. Visit www.whd-iwashere.org
    2. Click on “Show Your Support”.
    3. Choose to support World Humanitarian Day via Twitter, Facebook or both, and get the word out to your friends and followers.
    4. Continue tweeting and posting in the lead-up to 19 August.
    5. On 19 August, make your mark by doing something in your local community, and watch as everyone’s World Humanitarian Day messages are simultaneously shared around the world.

    Download campaign materials here:
    http://whd-iwashere.org/public/pin
    http://whd-iwashere.org/public/assets/Poster_main.pdf

    VIDEO OF THE DAY: Kanye + Kim + Kevin = MTV VMA's Promo



    If you need a laugh today, I'M HERE to give you that laugh-out-loud funny you need. Everyone has been whispering  talking about the Kim-Ye black/white fashion movement, so comedian Kevin Hart decides to join the fashionable couple as the new "power trio" while prepping for the MTV Video Music Awards. This is a great promo for the awards that is set to air live on September 6th (the first day of Mercedes Benz Fashion Week). I'm excited for the VMA's this year! Be sure to tweet me!

    COVER GIRL FAB: Lady Gaga for VOGUE Magazine, September 2012


    The "Dream Girl", Lady Gaga is officially crowned the cover girl for Vogue's 120 Anniversary Issue for their September 2012 magazine. How fabulous does the 26 year-old Singer/Fashion Icon look?! This is the Singer's second time gracing the cover of Vogue and I must say this time is my favorite! I can't seem to find any other pictures from the photo-shoot other than the two posted on VOGUE. So you already know what you NEED to do..............  


    Read the full story, and to see more of the photographs by Mert Alas and Marcus Piggott, be sure to pick yours up on August 14 before they run out! *squeals*

    COVER GIRL FAB: Gwen Stefani for Harper's Bazaar, September 2012


    The 42 year-old Singer/Fashion Designer/Fab-Mommy, Gwen Stefani is the cover girl for Harper's Bazaar September 2012 (also known as "Fashion Issue") magazine, giving every 20 something year-old woman a run for our money! She's a flawless Fab-Mommy of two and wifey that still manages to keep you on your toes. As the cover girl for the September issue of Harper's Bazaar, Gwen dishes to the magazine about just where she got the idea to rock red lips as well as other beauty regimens. Get the skinny on Gwen's photo-shoot and see behind-the-scene footage below:  

    J'adore her bun, pink lip & effortless beauty. Go Fab-Mommy!

    Gwen rocks a The Row leather dress; Van Cleef & Arpels necklace and Yves Saint Laurent pumps

    Gwen keeps cool in her pockets in a Diane von Furstenberg jumpsuit & Tiffany & Co bracelet




    Wearing a gorgeous Alexander McQueen feathered dress & Van Cleef & Arpels necklace.

    Flower Girl of the Day wears a beautiful Jil Sander gown; Charlotte Olympia shoes & Alexis Mabille Couture

    Did someone say HAUTE COUTURE?! Only Gwen can rock a Vera Wang bridal gown like this.

    all images via: HB
    In her signature red lip, Gwen wears a very chic Versace black dress.

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    See footage from Gwen's photo-shoot below:


    Photographs by Terry Richardson
       Fashion Editor: Lori Goldstein         
    

    EVENT ALERT: District Sample Sale (Buy Your Tickets Now!)

    The season's most fashionable charitable event
    DISTRICT SAMPLE SALE
    to benefit Sitar Arts Center

    Tuesday, September 11
    6:30-9:00 | VIP 5:30-6:30
    5300 Wisconsin Ave NW | WDC
    (former Filene's Basement space)
    The east coast's largest charity shopping event features:
    Cocktails & hors d'oeuvres from DC's best restaurants
    Fashion-focused silent auction
    Participating Stores:
    Babe, Caramel, Charm, Cupcake, Emily Grace, Form Boutique, Ginger, Imagine, Julia Farr, Lettie Gooch, Luna, Mamie Boutique, My Bougie Baby, Nepali by TDM, Periwinkle, Poppy and Stella, Proper Topper, Queen Bee Designs, Ruth Barzel, Sassanova, Sherman Pickey, Style Etoile, Urban Chic, and Wink
    Participating Restaurants:
    Black & Orange, Bonaparte Cafe, Chouquette, Dolci Gelati, Georgetown Cupcake, Martin's Tavern, Napoleon Cafe, Rosa Mexicano, Southern Hospitality, Starbucks, and Whole Foods
    Get your tickets here: www.districtsamplesale.com

    Solange for Mix Well. Madewell (VIDEO)



    The Brooklyn-based DJ/model/fashion icon/Fab-mommy, Solange Knowles has been asked by Madewell to serve as the face of its Fall 2012 campaign “Mix Well. Madewell." and I must say they picked one heck of a candidate! She looks refreshed and youthful! Can't wait to see the catalog :)

    Tuesday, August 7, 2012

    SNEAK PEEK: Rachel Zoe Launches First Ever Jewerly Line

    Rachel Zoe continues to go BA-NA-NAS in the fashion world, as she can now add jewelry designer to her ever-growing résumé. Rachel debuted her first-ever jewelry line last week, and the collection is said to be inspired from '20s, '60s, and '70s fashion. See a sneak peek below: