August 23, 2010
- The barely-there face definitely has its place, but sometimes a girl just feels like cranking up the drama. Nothing says over-the-top glamour like winged eyeshadow! Now, this look is a bit bolder than the traditional cat-eye liquid liner moment (you know, with the little swoop at the outer corners). Winged eyeshadow involves a dark shadow shade blended from the lashes to the crease, and then curved up and outwards, towards the temples. Not for the timid, to be sure, but everyone should try this...
- Patent leather shoes have come a long way from the square front Mary Janes that we wore as kids. The lustrous look is an easy way to dress up bland basics; and in the bootie, platform, and pump varieties, they evoke a classic sexiness even when paired with standout tops. Start shining like the top of the Chrysler building in patent leather footwear. Here's some inspiration to get you glossin'....
August 21, 2010
- Amidst vacations in the Mediterranean and a blood diamond scandal that involves one of the most notorious former dictators from Western Africa, Naomi Campbell is finding time to give back. The supermodel's charity Fashion for Relief has teamed up with Dolce & Gabbana to create a limited edition collection of tee-shirts that celebrate Campbell's 25 years in modeling.
- Technically, the summer's almost over, but it doesn't have to be. Extend the life of the sunny season with Bobbi Brown's Beach Fragrance! This refreshing mist is an intoxicating blend of everything summery and sun-kissed--think sand jasmine, sea spray, and mandarin. And since it comes in a spray, the fragrance is uber-subtle (perfect if you love day-to-night, barely-there scents). We're hooked. Bobbi Brown Beach Fragrance, $55, bobbibrowncosmetics.com...
August 20, 2010
- Spots are cute on dalmatians, but not on your precious skin. Unfortunately, Black women are naturally prone to dark spots (ie, hyperpigmentation) and extra stress and sun damage can can make it worse! Forget expensive laser treatments--Origins offers a less expensive alternative with their new Brighter by Nature Skin Tone Correcting Serum. The lightweight formula fades dark areas and evens out skin tone overall, leaving your complexion looking fresh, youthful and super-radiant. Sign us up!...
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The Iceland brand E-Label has recently accused Beyonce of stealing their designs for her line House of Dereon. The owners specifically point to a pair of...Filed under: Fashion News
Zoe Kravitz stars in Alexander Wang's new T line fall ad campaign. The 21-year-old daughter of Lenny Kravitz and Lisa Bonet has posed alongside model Max Motta in ads that just recently hit the streets of NYC, promoting Wang's ready-to-wear duds.
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- The National Urban League recently hosted it's annual "Woman of Power" Awards to honor women for outstanding leadership in the arts, politics and government. Actress Angela Bassett was honored for her work on stage and screen. Sisters put their best foot forward for this star-studded affair. Check out what these women power brokers wore for this year's luncheon in Washington D.C....
August 19, 2010
- In the late Eighties and early Nineties, few models were as celebrated as Karen Alexander. The New Jersey-born supermodel was a muse to the fashion world's top designers and magazine editors, and it's not hard to see why. With her strong brows, burnt sienna skin and born-to-wear-bikinis body, Alexander was equal parts "hot" and "haute"...
- In a clutch, a tiny clutch just may not suffice. Whether it's a shimmery satchel, or a hold-everything hobo, a fierce handbag can add the glitz to so-so outfits, and in many cases, simply speak for themselves. If you're in the market for some new arm candy, or just want to see what the celebs are rocking, here's some inspiration for what just may be your new fall favorite.