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Designer Carly Cushnie is killing us softly! Giving us a little something of everything… think dresses, pant suits and swimwear. The Cushnie Spring-Summer 2019 Runway Show ushered in a feminine flair; with strong emphasis on silhouette as well as delicate detailing.
There was also plenty of black girl magic to around. Models such as Winnie Harlow, Aid Curtiss, Tarah Rodgers, Hereith Paul, Alicia Burke, Maria Borges as well as Grace Mahary.
New York Fashion Week: Cushnie Spring-Summer 2019 Runway Show
In a realm well-known for over the top glamour and structure; it is refreshing to see Cushnie still lean toward simplistic luxury. The fashion label’s fashion show for the Spring/Summer 2019 season incorporated enchanting floor-length gowns, as well as modern denim wear.
If you love a great jean ensemble then the LEE x Cushnie lineup (which is apart of the Cushnie SS19 collection) will certainly be worth your couture consideration. It includes tops, pants, jumpsuits and even cut-out dresses. A very fun, relaxed and flirty addition to an already set to stun runway show.
Another aspect that we absolutely loved about the show is the sexy elements of the gowns. Cushnie proves that less can be more. While the gowns cover most of the body; deep V necks, high thigh slits, cut-outs, fringe, spaghetti strap as well as off the shoulder designs infused each look with sultry sass.
Lastly, the color tones are playful, sophisticated and strong. From festive to noire, the hues of the collection are perfect for the spring as well as summer seasons.
Fashion Notes: When it comes to fashion styling remember to K.I.S.S. (keep it simple sis). Models in the show wore sleek and well-trimmed tresses as well as simple yet large hoop earrings.
Cushnie Designer and Owner, Carly Cushnie
More runway looks and photography of the show below:
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Getting stronger but not biggerIS possible, and we have the photo evidence to prove it! PLUS… did you know there is a major factor that will determine if you will bulk up at all? Actually, there are several and we are going to tell you about all of them. So then, put aside any hesitancy or reservations you may have about picking up a weight; because now it’s time to learn how to lift and stay lean!
Getting Stronger But Not Bigger- How to Lift and Stay Lean
As we have all been taught, it is true … that “seeing is believing.” One of the many fears us girls have when it comes to lifting, is that we are going to put on a dress for date night and resemble Arnold’s The Terminator. However, that couldn’t be further from the truth.
As a result, we thought that the best way for you to believe anything we are about to tell you about lifting; is if you can see what it really does with your own eyes. Sound good? Awesome, then keep scrolling to see 7 great examples of famous women who lift regularly.
Example Number One
Who: Supermodel and Victoria’s Secret alumni, Lais Ribeiro
Example Number Two
Who: Social media/Reality and developing music artist, India Westbrooks
Example Number Three
Who: Top model and Victoria’s Secret Angel, Jasmine Tookes
Example Number Four
Who: Model, fashion designer and reality superstar, Draya Michele
Example Number Five
Who: Instagram influencer and fitness guru, Massy Arias
Now here’s where the proof is really in the pudding. Remember how we said even when you get older lifting can do you a major favor? Not only are these next drop dead gorgeous ladies both moms; but they straight outdo chicks half their age! Presenting Halle Berry and Nicole Murphy!
Example Number Six
Who: Actress, on screen siren and Academy Award Winner, Halle Berry
Example Number Seven
Who: Model and fitness enthusiast and app owner, Nicole Murphy
Getting Stronger But Not Bigger- How to Lift and Stay Lean (Continued)
So then, did you notice anything about the above women? You know, other than they all have amazing bodies that would even look fabulous in a paper sack? Hopefully you took note that they all are still THIN and are very TONED thanks to LIFTING.
Yes, lifting isn’t an enemy. In fact, it can not only help you lose weight, but keep it off. Muscle burns fat. Time and time again science has proven that when you exercise you are using your muscle groups.
The more you use them the more opportunity to build muscle mass. The resulting muscle tissue will burn more calories, even when you are at rest! According to some research and studies, even 10 pounds of muscle would burn an additional 50 calories in a day spent at rest.
While on the contrast, 10 pounds of fat would burn only 20 calories. That is over 50% less of a calorie burn. So then, which would you rather work to have more fat or more muscle?
Getting Stronger But Not Bigger
Here is where working hard to gain more lean muscle comes into play. If you are able to maintain your muscle mass you will most likely find yourself in the group of people who keep from gaining weight as they get older. However, to maintain your muscle mass you will need to strength train. There is no way or shortcut around it; AND doing only cardio will not do it for you either.
Nevertheless, knowing all of that is wonderful, but if you do not do it out of fear of becoming “bulky” you will do yourself a major disservice. Oftentimes, the bulkiness look occurs when one is eating way too much while lifting weights. A lot of guys do this method in order to look “bigger.” However, it really boils down to one having excess body fat. While a calorie deficit will help you lose excess, when strength training you should never go below a 25% calorie deficit; or you may jeopardize your training from not being able to sustain your diet/workout routine.
If you are someone trying to be leaner the goal should be to add muscle without excess size. This can be achieved by stopping one or two reps before failure. Meaning before you literally cannot do another rep. If you push the muscle past failure and fatiguing you will encourage the muscle to add size. Therefore, your focus should be on gaining more strength while avoiding failure in order to build a more firm as well as dense looking muscle.
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Get like Rihanna and shine bright like a diamond with the help of the Bobbi Brown Long-Wear Sparkle Stick! The glittering makeup stick that will give you eye-popping chromatic looks in just mere seconds. Swipe on and go super galactic on all your haters!
Best part about all of this sparkle magic? It lasts! Therefore, survive a date, school, work or girl’s night out with Bobbi’s stick that will stay put for hours. So then, put down those palettes hunnys because it is time to start living the stick life!
Beauty Products: Bobbi Brown Long-Wear Sparkle Stick
If you love working with automatic eyeliner pencils then you are going to be head over makeup brushes for this sparkle stick. Easy, no mess and precise application. What’s not to love?
Furthermore, it’s perfect for traveling or on-the-go type individuals. You can pack this product away in your handbag or travel bag without it taking up too much space or being a bulky pain.
Bobbi Brown recently had this to say in regards to their metallic beauty sticks. The makeup brand says,
“The secret to stellar eyes? Shine on (and on) with our shimmery 8-hour cream shadow. Just like magic. Our new Long-Wear Sparkle Stick gives you nine brilliant ways to shimmer and shine. One swipe and go stick, so many sparkly looks.”
Ready to give your eyes a little extra sparkle? Get your Bobbi Brown cosmetics sticks at bobbibrown.com. They retail for $30 each.
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This just in… Janet Jackson Covers InStyle October 2018 issue! For the edition Ms. Jackson is addressing her thoughts on beauty as well as her equally as famous fambam. Regarding the edition InStyle magazine reveals:
“After all these years the luminous Janet Jackson is still our girl crush – and the cover star of our October beauty issue! What does she think makes a woman beautiful? ‘It’s vulnerability. It’s power… confidence … happiness… being selfless and what you do for others before doing for yourself,’ she tells Laura Brown.
Janet opens up about life as a mom and an entertainer; beauty, and what it was really like growing up [a] Jackson.”
Beautiful Black Women: Janet Jackson Covers InStyle October 2018 Issue
Janet seems to have always had plenty of confidence. From belting out her hits in front of thousands night after night; to having the ability to follow the toughest act in music, her big bro Michael Jackson… and succeed; while breaking numerous records in her own right.
Nonetheless, for the October 2018 edition of InStyle Jackson shares the moment she finally had her “Aha” confidence moment. In a sneak peek of their exclusive InStyle states:
“The first time Janet Jackson truly felt sexy and confident wasn’t until she was well into her 30s. ‘I got out of a funky relationship and finally got back to me,’ she opens up to Laura Brown in our October beauty issue.
‘I went to therapy, which was all about finding that thing you like about yourself. The realization that, you know what; you’re not so bad after all. I’m not saying you’re great or you’re the best; but it’s not as bad as you were made to feel that it was.’
How did she overcome some of her biggest insecurities? ‘A lot of it has to do with experience, getting older. Understanding, realizing that there isn’t just one thing that is considered beautiful. Beautiful comes in all shapes, sizes, and colors.’ Amen to that. Full interview [online].”
Editorial Details
Photography by Robbie Fimmano
Fashion Styling by Julia von Boehm
Hair Styling by Cassidy Blane
Makeup by Preston Meneses
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The Item: Hip Hop artist and coming of age style icon, Cardi B Wearing Tom Ford Spring 2018 Collection During New York Fashion Week. Cardi B stunned in her black gown while in attendance of the Tom Ford Spring/Summer 2019 runway show.
You Asked: Man Cardi DOES NOT dress how she talks lol She will talk all crazy on her page all day then show up at an event or something all classy! I don’t get it but I love her style. Everything she wears I would too if I could. Like tonight that black dress! Is that Tom Ford?
Ask and Tell: Cardi B Wearing Tom Ford Spring 2018 Collection During NYFW
The Verdict: Hello fellow fashion lover! We concur with you that Cardi B’s fashion sense and wardrobe is something to be envied. Nonetheless, in answer to your couture inquiry, yes, the rap queen is wearing a design by mister Tom Ford.
When attending a designer’s fashion show it is always in good taste to wear one of their pieces or garments to their runway show. Cardi B kept the tradition alive by wearing a fabulous black ensemble from the Tom Ford Spring 2018 Collection.
Cardi finished off her look with Giuseppe Zanotti heels and a stunning pair of earrings by DYLANEX. DYLANEX is a luxurious jewelry and watch label by Drew Ginsberg. Cardi B also wore a necklace by the brand to her baby shower. Paris Jackson, model Chanel Iman and Beyoncé have all additionally worn DYLANEX designs.
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Day one of fashion week is in the books baby, and by the looks of things; the future is oh so bright! VFILES lit up Barclays Center with an infusion of couture for the androgynes, edgy individual. The sold out show already hit a fashion high note; but officially dropped the mic with the emergence of a superstar Hip Hop legend. That’s right y’all, what you heard is true… Lil Kim Closes VFILES Spring 2019Fashion Show!
New York Fashion Week: Lil Kim Closes VFILES Spring 2019 Fashion Show
Make way for the queen! The original Queen Bee is continuing her dominance in music as well as fashion. Kim is riding high after two of her hit LPs (Hard Core and Notorious K.I.M.) re-charted on the hip hop/rap charts. Hard Core even slid snugly into the top ten at number six between the likes of Drake, Cardi B, The Carters, Post Malone and the Nicki Minaj.
Nevertheless, the rap queen also as famously known for her songs as she is for her couture prowess; hit the VFILES catwalk in an eye-popping yellow ensemble. With matching tone hair Lil Kim stomped like she was Naomi down the runway proving once and for all she will always being iconic!
Kim and fashion fans from all over also loved the Queen of New York’s addition to the VFILES YELLOW LABEL show. Here are a few of their thoughts:
“Now that’s the real queen bee.”
“She ate I was too hype lol.”
“Bringing back her TB (throwback) styles into her today styles.”
“EVERYTHING!”
“YASSSS LIL KIM THE GREATEST TO EVER DO IT!! The reason girls rock colored wigs.”
“Love her.”
“The Queen and a legend who changed the rap and fashion industry whether you like it or not.”
“Gagging.”
“Yesssssssss FASHION WORLD ADORES KIMMMM.”
“I’m soo jealous he gets to stand next to Lil Kim.”
“So this show was AMAZING!!!! Way better than last season I’m so proud of you guys. And whoever this creative director was of this show you deserve an award!”
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TAKE CONTROL! Stop letting various skin woes be a total drag. Learn once and for all; how to pick natural high quality skincare products that will forever change how you look. Advanced Skin Care is a regimen of cleansers, treatments, moisturizers, serums, etc. that are designed to heal, transform and promote the healthiest skin you have ever experienced.
However, there can be a slight hiccup. There are countless brands and companies out there that promise to deliver that little helpful ‘R’ word… “Results.” Yet, many still find themselves going to search for good products like they are Indiana Jones. Hidden yet never found. So what gives?
Advanced Skin Care -Total Guide to Picking Natural Quality Products Like a Pro
Selecting a good skin care product is quite often a total guessing game. What works for one person, might not work for another. Long lists of hard-to-pronounce ingredients make it nearly impossible to know what you might be putting on your skin. And, let’s not forget the cost of making the wrong decision; not only to your skin, but to your wallet. Yikes.
Furthermore, go to your local beauty store and you’ll undoubtedly find shelves upon shelves of nicely packaged skincare products all claiming to be the best. Who has the time or patience to decide? What’s worse, many skincare products on those shelves don’t come close to delivering the results they promise.
In a world where we’re increasingly exposed to more and more options and misleading advertising, it is vital you find the right information and products you can trust. One brand we would like to highlight today is Skin Moderne; a revolutionary skincare company committed to providing honest and natural products; AND makes it a goal to help consumers understand what makes a good skincare product great.
Three things. Yes, there’s three things you should always investigate about a product. Do you know them?
Well, no worries. Skin Moderne takes skin seriously, and fortunately, believes everyone should know exactly what they’re putting on their face. We recently had the pleasure of learning straight from the professionals at Skin Moderne what EVERY lady who desires to get her face glow on should look for and why.
Advanced Skin Care -Total Guide to Picking Natural Quality Products Like a Pro (Continued)
Here are the top elements that mark a safe, quality skincare product, so you never have to question your beauty store purchases again!
1) Clean Ingredients
Going back to the shelves at the beauty store, do you ever glance at the back of the bottles and wonder why so many of the products’ contents contain ingredients you can’t even pronounce? Do yourself a favor, and put it back on the shelf. Many common skincare products out there contain harsh, unnecessary chemical ingredients that can irritate and damage skin.
When searching for a safe skincare product with high-quality results, the first thing to look for is clean, organic ingredients. Skin Moderne, for example, only uses ingredients that are natural or naturally-derived. Our conscientious methodology and modern technology ensures we source only the best raw materials for our products. We keep our ingredient lists short, and save the harmful chemicals for our bathroom floor cleaner.
2) Biocompatible
When skincare products contain natural, organic ingredients, they are far more biocompatible than those chock-full of chemicals. Biocompatibility is another important element of great skincare products, because when ingredients are biocompatible, our bodies recognize the molecular structure of those ingredients and are able to easily utilize them and produce results.
To put it simply, if an ingredient isn’t biocompatible our bodies won’t recognize it and it can potentially become an irritant, creating chemical build-up and cellular toxicity. If that doesn’t make you double check what’s in your products, we don’t know what will.
Look for biocompatible ingredients. For example, our LIVE line of organic skincare products contains natural superfood extracts like blueberries, acai, kale, and pumpkin, which are highly skin compatible and recognizable by the body. They are rich in phytonutrients and antioxidants, giving the skin only what it needs to thrive.
Advanced Skin Care -Total Guide to Picking Natural Quality Products
3) Level of Efficacy
While this one can get a little technical, it is critical when it comes to great skincare products. Many people get frustrated with their skincare products, because they spend good money, but don’t see the results they were promised. Sometimes these products may contain quality, active materials, but they are used at such a low level that the product doesn’t have any efficacy and produces little results.
We addressed this issue by developing a unique nano-technology delivery system that allows the clean, active ingredients to penetrate the skin without being diluted. It is also designed to deliver the ingredients to areas where they will be most effective.
Advanced Skin Care -Total Guide to Picking Natural Quality Products Like a Pro (Conclusion)
Avoid information overload or buying, yet again, an ineffective skincare product. Stick to these guidelines and pick a quality skincare product every time. All of Skin Moderne’s products contain natural ingredients, are biocompatible, and highly effective. With high-quality ingredients, unique philosophies, and modern technologies, Skin Moderne is making a difference in preventative aging, aging reversal, and overall skin wellness.
Want to know a little more about Skin Moderne? We thought you might! The next paragraph will provide a little more info on this awesome natural-based skincare company.
About Skin Moderne: From our inception in 2002 (formerly as Skin Nutrition, Inc.), we have strived to bring you significant advancements in preventative aging, aging reversal, and overall skin wellness. Skin Moderne is dedicated to fostering a culture of innovation for skin wellness. We continuously probe, search, experiment, and craft new ways to improve our ingredients, technologies, and skin care products. This deliberate diligence is designed to ensure gratifying experiences for our clients, maximum efficacy and quality, while maintaining our clean and green standards. It is our desire to not only inspire our clients, but to deliver healthy skin care products with results beyond their expectations.
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The Item: Royal family member’s Meghan Markle Altuzarra Trouser Suit for the 2018 WellChild Awards. The Duchess of Sussex attended the ceremony along with her husband, Prince Harry, which was held at the The Royal Lancaster Hotel. WellChild is a charity in the UK that works to provide seriously ill children as well as their family with support.
The Duke of Sussex is a patron of the WellChild charity and has been for 11 years. Prince Harry normally attends the awards and this year will do so with his wife. Both the Duke and Duchess took time to meet this year’s winners, their families; plus all of the nominated heathcare specialist in each of the various categories.
You Asked: This is the best type of look for Meghan! I know most people think some fabulous dress when it comes to royals. But Meghan really shines when she wears her power suits. I hope she continues to go with this style in the future. Do you guys have the details on her outfit yet?
Ask and Tell: Meghan Markle Altuzarra Trouser Suit for WellChild Awards
The Verdict: Thank you for reaching out and we too agree that the Duchess can wear a suit like no other! For the Wellchild Awards Meghan adorned herself in an Altuzarra trouser suit. The pants alone retail for $633 and are known as the Altuzarra Classic Flared Trousers.
What about that chic blouse? Well, she paired her designer jacket and pants with a matching blouse by couture label, Deitas. The Deitas Coco Camisole is currently retailing $376.
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We’re not worthy! We’re not worthy! The queen is hitting us with a new sparkling lip product that is like bringing the stars straight to your pout. Hang on to your wallets dolls, because Fenty Beauty Diamond Milk Gloss Bomb is dropping online and in a beauty store near you!
Fenty Beauty Diamond Milk Gloss Bomb – Like Highlighter for Lips
When Rihanna first dropped Gloss Bomb, we lost it. Actually, the whole world did, because this product along with Rih’s other original lineup of products; went on to sell fives times more than Kylie’s cosmetics. And that was in only in month one of Fenty Beauty’s existence.
Since then, Rihanna continues to listen to and treat her consumers with the beauty products they crave and desire. Next up on the Fenty Beauty conveyor belt is the Diamond Milk Gloss Bomb. A sort of additional “upgrade” from the first set of Gloss Bombs. Regarding Diamond Milk Fenty Beauty reveals,
“The lip gloss that made you fall in love, in a brand new shade! Diamond Milk Gloss Bomb is a shimmery wash of pearl that’s like a dewy highlight for your lips! And you KNOW it has the same, ultra nourishing feel of our original gloss bomb. Just now in a whole milky pearl shade.
When it feels as good as it looks! The Diamond Milk Gloss Bomb has the same shea butter conditioning formula, with an amazing peach-vanilla scent. Rock the dewy highlight for your lips on its own or pair it with your favorite lip color!”
Fenty Beauty Diamond Milk Gloss Bomb – Like Highlighter for Lips (Continued)
It’s about to go down. Be ready for the mad dash to the cash register. This gloss bomb is available beginning on September 7th at fentybeauty.com. Also, get yours at Sephora, Harvey Nichols as well as Sephora in JCP.
Furthermore, for the record Rihanna is unmatched for giving her fans a sneak peek at her upcoming products. If you are wondering, yes, this is the same lip gloss that Rih showcased on social media a while back.
If you caught it, you may have spotted it hanging out, chilling inside her Balenciaga bag. Next to other Fenty Beauty fare as well as a Louis Vuitton accessory. It shined brightly then in order to be noticed and you will too once you cop it!
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When you thought Rihanna is only going to hit you with a Vogue September cover! One of fashion’s undisputed couture queens continues her dominance with the release of yet another set of magazine visuals. This time the songstress plops herself down in front of photography genius, Deana Lawson. Let’s get into this one babes, Rihanna for Garage Magazine The Human Future edition!
Rihanna for Garage Magazine The Human Future -Issue 15 by Deana Lawson
New album, new makeup dropping and more fashion editorials. Rih is certainly giving the masses what they want! Garage Magazine released a statement regarding their Badgalriri and Lawson collab. The mag states,
“Behold! Rihanna stars on the cover GARAGE issue 15, The Human Future, photographed by artist Deana Lawson. Rihanna is a queen, but under Deana Lawson’s gaze even mere mortals take on an indisputable regality.
In conversation with fellow artist, Arthur Jafa, Deana Lawson reflects on how she came to photography and the process of taking pictures beyond the surface. Meet the celebrated artist behind this photograph [and read] the full story on garage.vice.com.”
So what are the kind of things Deana and Arthur gab about? For one, Lawson’s drive to create on her on terms. In conversation with Arthur Jafe, Deana says,
“Someone said that I’m ruthless when it comes to what I want. Maybe that’s part of it: I have an image in mind that I have to make. It burns so deeply that I have to make it; and I don’t care what people are going to think.”
Rihanna for Garage Magazine The Human Future -Issue 15 by Deana Lawson (Continued)
So how does she do it? How is Lawson able to make her artistic vision stand out from the rest of the pack? In Garage’s issue 15 featuring Rihanna, Deana gets real on her ethic and eye for great photography. She reveals,
“When I’m going out to make work, usually I’m choosing people that come from a lower or working-class situation. My choice feels natural because it’s a rejection of the people and forces I grew up around in Rochester… It’s about value. It’s about using a figure or a body to represent something higher than we would normally associate it with.
“I believe… I was destined to be an artist with a camera. It all adds up: my grandmother who worked for George Eastman, my mother who was a secretary at Kodak; my aunt who helps people ‘see,’ [and] my father who was the family photographer. How could it not be destiny?”
Fashion Notes: For her cover Rihanna wears a slew of designer attire. Her black briefs are Dolce & Gabbana, jewelry is from Tiffany & Co., pink vintage top is One of a Kind Fashion Archive; with shoes by Y Project.
Editorial Details
Photography by Deana Lawson
Makeup by Lisa Eldridge
Hair Styling by Yusef Miyake Mugler
Fashion by Carlos Nazario
Nail Artistry by Jenny’s Nails
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