Bizibodie | A lifestyle blog for the African-minded mother

September 2, 2010

  • 6:04am

    Rumours of the Moroccan-born designs (Lanvin) hitting the High street is everywhere and has got everyone excited! But is this set to happen? (Is the question to ask) As Lanvin Alber Elbaz himself once said in an interview that his designs won’t be going into fast fashion anytime soon. We hope this is true as H&M has [...]

September 1, 2010

  • 5:30pm

    Think of any successful African-American celebrity and chances are publicity dynamo Marvet Britto has represented them. As founder and President of the Britto Agency, Britto has represented the likes of Mariah Carey, Angela Bassett and Vivica A. Fox. She's also known as one of the most fashionable Black women power brokers in New York City. Whether perched in sky-high Louboutins or Brian Atwood pumps the petite industry insider relies on an effortlessly chic style philosophy. She spoke with...
  • 5:00pm

    If you've been following the steps of "10-Minute Style," you've been collecting and categorizing fabulous pieces to match your lifestyle. While suggesting that you use things you already have and offering clues for fall purchases, here are my "10 Fall Clues to Transition the End of Summer Blues"...
  • 4:00pm

    We admit it, we've always had a bit of a crush on 'America's Next Top Model' judge Nigel Barker (left, with previous 'ANTM' winners Danielle Evans and Jaslene Gonzalez). What's not to love? He's dashing, he's a brilliant photographer, he's got that charming British accent -- and now he's written a compulsively readable new book, "Nigel Barker's Beauty Equation," where he shares his expert beauty and fashion tips. Here, we chatted with Barker about everything from the importance of compassion to...
  • 1:30pm

    ESSENCE Relationships Editor Demetria L. Lucas recently celebrated the completion of her first book "A Belle in Brooklyn" with a Belvedere-sponsored after-work soiree "Influence" in NYC. Check out who attended and what they were wearing...
  • 12:30pm

    Tennis champ and budding fashionista Venus Williams is undoubtedly one of the best players to ever serve on the court. Ever since debuting a line of saucier designs from her eleVen fashion house, the seven-time Grand Slam winner has had everyone talking about her on-court appearance. While we're left wondering whether her outfits are too sexy for the sport, this L.A. girl continues to push the tennis fashion envelope. Check out our favorite buzzed-about Venus Williams outfits from the past year...
  • 10:30am

    Filed under: Celebrity Style , Fashion News

    The KKK has hit again -- Kim, Kourtney and Khloe Kardashian, that is. the sisters are...
  • 8:48am

    Filed under: Celebrity Style , Fashion News


    The New York Yankees announced that limited-edition co-branded Yankees/Jay-Z...
  • 8:24am

    Filed under: Celebrity Style


    Looks like recording artist Pharrell isn't the only one implementing his clothing line aesthetics into motorbikes. Rapper Tip 'T.I.' Harris revealed the customized Yamaha YZF-R1 at the...
  • 6:00am

    In the '80s, the typical rock star wore kohl-smudged eyes, teased hair, and a slash of red lipstick. In 2010, it's all about color, color, and more color! Think rainbow-hued hair, Crayola-drenched makeup and graphic accessories -- the louder and more cartoon-y, the better. Whether you're actually a rock star (like Nicki Minaj and Rihanna) or you love to look like one (hello, Amber Rose), this look is playful, fun, and here to stay. Go bold or go home!...

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