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Spotted: Ciara at New York International Auto Show

Arianne SuggsUpdated on March 25, 2016March 25, 2016Leave a Comment

Well okay then future Mrs. Russell Wilson! Ciara was stopping traffic and taking names as she attended this year’s New York International Auto Show. The New York International Auto Show or NYIAS for short is the place to be if you or Bae have a love for metal on four wheels. The show offers attendees the opportunity to see new vehicles as well as car concepts. A family event that even offers group tours so that any fashionista can truly relax, pick up some tidbits and truly feel apart of the auto clique.

Moreover, the New York International Auto Show also brings out the rich and famous set as well. For one thing they are ones who can most likely can afford to take a showcased whip home. Remember that show Cribs that came on MTV when we were kids? Some of those celebs probably spotted one of their soon-to-be rides at a major auto show such as the NYIAS.

Ciara Posing With Design By Jeep

Car show attendee, Ciara, posed with a few of the industry’s hottest new reveals. She’s got a new four million dollar engagement ring (go girl) so our CiCi fit the high end event well. Speaking of high end, Ciara’s attire was of the same caliber. CiCi wore a vest and shorts set by Versace with shoes by Stuart Weitzman. From head to toe Ciara’s outfit went 0-100 real quick!

Hair Notes: The some up with some down look is not just for little girls. Add some sex appeal to the style like Ciara by leaving face-framing, wispy pieces to hang loosely.

Ciara took a moment to pose it out with television host Andy Peeke. We love his expression in this pic (lol).

Thoughts on Ciara’s fashions for the New York International Auto Show? Join the discussion on our Facebook, Instagram, Tumblr or tweet us @1966magazine.

Fashion

Target Introduces Swim Leggings For Summer

Arianne SuggsUpdated on March 25, 2016March 25, 2016Leave a Comment

Will it be fruit or a store bought donut? As summer nears we girls often begin to make those pesky big decisions. Those choices that will separate the string bikini clan from the hide in a towel body-wrap bunch. Yesterday morning as I stood in front of my kitchen island staring at my foe, a very glazed carb filled donut, my mind quickly shifted from my thighs to a garment that could possibly make quite a ‘splash’ this season and my breakfast decision easier. This particular couture is being called swim leggings.

Leggings? That can get wet?! Yes dolls, those comfy gym pants we’ve grown to love and Instagram because it makes our booties look on point have been reenvisioned for summer. A seemingly mythical hybrid that is part wet suit/athletic wear as well as part swim/beach attire just made out of a lighter material. Nevertheless, could an item used with a dumbbell translate to being fashionable at the beach?

Target has decided to stretch the limits of swimwear with the Marimekko collection. Items range in price, going up towards a $500 price point. Moreover, do keep in mind that overall this collection is not just swimwear but includes all summer essentials ranging from a bike to a hat. Therefore, anything that you could possibly want (even a paddle board) is there waiting to be bought by you.

Nonetheless, I digress. For $25 you could purchase yourself a pair of the swim leggings. Now my first thought, upon seeing the Marimekko look is that I didn’t think they were quite my style. Of course, like anyone else the idea of hiding a problem area is always welcomed, but leggings for just frolicking and not surfing seemed like a bit of a stretch (like what I did there?).

However, if you are the type of gal that enjoys a more modest fit swim leggings may be right up your alley. You would not be alone either. I researched and got a little 4-1-1 on what women had to say on the leggings and here are a few of their thoughts:

“I like this because I don’t like revealing my body. I usually just wear shorts and a t-shirt when I’m going swimming.”

“For that day you feel like not shaving.”

“LOL. Target always be trying new stuff! But it’s actually kinda cute, it’s like a two piece wet suit! But with lighter material lol.”

“It’s already been done. I have swim leggings… Target is a few years late.”

“It’s a wetsuit. But nicer and more feminine. This is nice for women who aren’t super confident showing a lot of skin. Even one pieces show your legs so for the woman who isn’t confident with that boom here’s a solution.”

“I think this could take off. Swim leggings would be a nice modest option. I’d like to see a legging capri/cropped option… maybe with a regular triangle top. That be cute.”

Well, it looks like the ladies have spoken! We all want to be comfortable and we all want to look our best. If swim leggings gets you to that place of zen for summer then go for it! By the way, I chose the fruit.

Thoughts on Target’s swim leggings? Talk fashion with us by dropping a comment down low or hit us up on our Facebook, Instagram, Tumblr or tweet us @1966magazine.

Swim Leggings $25

Paddle Board Set $500

Fashion

Get Rihanna’s Fringe Brit Awards Look For Spring!

Arianne Suggs March 24, 2016March 24, 2016Leave a Comment

Since her extremely entertaining performance with Champagnepapi aka Drake. We have had one thing on our mind… all that fringe baby! RiRi shimmied, popped and twerked in a pair of fringe pants that made us want to Work with her. Want to get Rihanna‘s fringe Brit Awards look for this spring? We got your backs!

Rihanna’s fringe Brit Awards look can be achieved with a little help from Lavish Alice. Word of Caution: Lavish Alice has had to restock these babies so you might want to check them out quick! Lavish Alice sales a pair of stylish Fringe Tapered Leg Trousers that will give you all the swing you crave.

Let’s talk price. We have to know how many Starbucks iced mocha frappés to sacrifice right? The trousers retail for 58 euros which in American talk means it’ll run you around $65. Therefore, for less than $100 you can show all your friends how you work, work, work, work, work at the next big party.

Still up in the air about purchasing the Lavish Alice Fringe Tapered Leg Trousers? No problem, keep scrolling to see more pictures of the garment from all angles. They’re online so when you’re ready just hop on over to their site.

Thoughts on Rihanna’s fringe Brit Awards look? Talk fashion with us by dropping a comment like its hot down low or hit us up on on Facebook, Instagram, Tumblr or tweet us @1966magazine.

Beauty

Kelly Rowland Makeup Line For Dark Skin Girls!

Arianne Suggs March 24, 2016March 24, 2016Leave a Comment

We were beyond excited to hear news of the Kelly Rowland makeup line! Kelly has always been such a beauty, so then it makes sense that she would want to spread her wings within the cosmetics industry. What is even more fabulous about the announcement is that the Kelly Rowland Makeup Line will also cater to those rocking with a little more melanin.

Being a gorgeous chocolate girl herself we are sure Rowland will be able to develop a collection that will be well-suited for ebony girls. Foundation and the like can easily become a headache when searching for a perfect tone match. Many makeup companies do not create tints that go deep enough to look natural and give off a seamless finish.

Nevertheless, who can forget the black supermodels who have come forward to say that MUAs (makeup artists) working designer shows did not have makeup on hand in order to make them up for the catwalk. Many of these very models have had to bring their own foundation just to get ready backstage. If the fashion industry can not meet the needs of dark skin women, who could?

Well, fortunately throughout the years women of color have spearheaded the movement that WE have to be the ones to change things for the better. Fashion icon, Iman, had to face the lack of cosmetics issue at photo shoots and runway shows during her era as well. These experiences inspired her to develop her own makeup collection for women of color. Kelly Rowland says Iman has inspired her to do the same. Rowland declared,

“My makeup artist Sheika Daley and I are actually starting a makeup line we’re making sure we make, well we’re starting off with lashes and then we’re going to have it grow for all women. But definitely making sure we have our chocolate girls covered. Gotta get the chocolate girls in there! We have to have that, you know. I think Iman has done a beautiful makeup line and I want to do it too!”

Yes, just as in the hair industry as more black girls make the move to design products by us and for us our needs from beauty to couture are sure to be met. Speaking of beauty, be sure to browse and shop our online 1966 Beauty Store! We have worked hard to bring you a comprehensive store that will include the best products for black hair and black beauty. Check it out and be sure to tell us what you think!

Thoughts on the Kelly Rowland Makeup Line? Talk all things beauty with us on our Facebook, Instagram, Tumblr or tweet us @1966magazine.

Fashion

Covergirl x Empire Collection Party By Vogue

Arianne Suggs March 22, 2016March 22, 2016Leave a Comment

Vogue mag threw a star-studded beauty event in order to celebrate the Covergirl x Empire Collection. The makeup brand’s collaboration with the hit television show will allow ladies to add Empire inspired cosmetics to their beauty bags. More collection details will be released simultaneously with Empire’s return on March 30th.

All day Empire fans have been salivating over the news of the release. By the looks of things Covergirl is cornering an untapped market and will be met with success. A few comments we noticed on social media platforms in regards to the collection were:

“I know it’s just Covergirl but you know I love me some Empire! Hope we get this in Ulta!”

“I can’t wait!”

“Yasssssssss!”

“BRILLIANT! So much diversity! Love it!”

“Slaying my life!”

As you can see, to say that fans are excited about the Covergirl x Empire Collection would be an understatement. Nevertheless, one burning question did come to the fore. Where in the world is Cookie? Lyons seems to be clearly missing from the ad campaign. We will definitely be on the lookout for answers to that mystery.

Nonetheless, as mentioned Vogue held a soirée for the Covergirl x Empire Collection. Supermodel Lais Ribiero attended looking as stunning as ever! Lais wore an all black Phillip Lim ensemble with jewelry by Jennifer Fisher.

Empire actress Serayah also rolled through with a smoky eye beauty look that could bring any man to his knees. Serayah is thrilled about the Covergirl collab and took to IG to express to fans just how she felt. She said,

“Such a dream come true, the little girl came out in me last night. Thank you so much. Covergirl, Vogue #Empire.”

Yes, many young girls dream of modeling within the pages of a major magazine or being the face of a brand. It looks like for a few talented actresses the dream has become a reality. Congrats to the ladies of Empire and we can’t wait to try out the collection!

Thoughts on the looks worn by Lais and Serayah for the Covergirl x Empire Collection Party? Talk fashion with us on our Facebook, Instagram, Tumblr or tweet us @1966magazine.

Beauty

Black Beauty News: Covergirl Empire Collection

Arianne Suggs March 22, 2016March 22, 2016Leave a Comment

As if news of season 3 was not enough, Empire fans have yet another reason to get excited. Covergirl has announced that they will be releasing a collection inspired by the show! The Covergirl Empire Collection will include products and glamorous beauty looks influenced by the show’s gorgeous lead actresses.

A commercial for the Covergirl Empire Collection will soon follow but so far a stunning ad campaign has been released featuring Grace Gealey, Gabourey Sibede as well as Serayah. Covergirl is excited to bring the collection to a beauty store near you and had this to say,

“Power, drama & intrigue rule the #Empire… but not your makeup bag. Excited to announce that COVERGIRL has partnered with [Empire] on a limited-edition product collection & four stunning yet easy breezy beauty looks inspired by the hit show’s leading ladies. Stay tuned for the commercial, and keep it here all season for more on how to Get That Glam. Spring season premieres Wednesday March 30th on FOX.”

Throughout the season you will be able to learn how to achieve and look like a star with the Covergirl Empire Collection. So then, watch all the drama and stun onlookers with your beauty. Lastly, don’t forget to show us your Covergirl beauty looks via social media. We would love to see!

Thoughts on the Covergirl Empire Collection? Talk all things beauty with us on our Facebook, Instagram, Tumblr or tweet us @1966magazine.

Fashion

Empire Season 3 Returns, On Set With Taraji P. Henson

Arianne Suggs March 22, 2016March 22, 2016Leave a Comment

It is official ladies and gentlemen we all finally get have some more of Cookie! Fox network recently confirmed that Empire Season 3 would be greenlighted and returning. The decision makes plenty of sense, due to the fact that Empire is an award-winning television hit and a ratings goldmine.

Nevertheless, Cookie Lyons aka Taraji P. Henson started a social frenzy by posting an at work pic. Henson’s on set photograph proved Empire Season 3 was in fact a reality. Taraji captioned the photo stating,

“The name is #Cookie ask about me. Y’all ain’t ready!!! #Empire we comin March 30 only on [FOX].”

Well, if you weren’t ready you better get ready! However, we were ready and expecting Cookie come back slaying the fashion game as per usual. She did not disappoint and made the earth move a little in Roberto Cavalli and Paul Andrew gladiator sandals. Don’t hurt them Cookie! We can’t wait to see what all Cookie has in store style wise for Empire season 3!

Fashion Notes: Are you feeling Taraji’s gladiator heels? We don’t blame you they are H to O to the T! These beauties will cost you a little over $1800, definitely what we call a splurge!

Thoughts on Taraji P. Henson’s look while shooting Empire season 3? Talk fashion with us on our Facebook, Instagram, Tumblr or tweet us @1966magazine.

Lifestyle

iPhone SE Announced To Be Released By Apple

Arianne SuggsUpdated on December 18, 2019March 21, 2016

Well, well, well it looks like the selfie gods finally decided to hear our prayers! If you have been gramming with the iPhone 6 or it’s even bigger sibling the iPhone 6 Plus you may have wondered if you have set yourself in line for developing a case of early arthritis. The 6’s came with a bigger screen (Yay!) but once you tacked on a protective phone case it seemed rather, you know… heavy. Apple may have noticed that the iPhone was on its way to looking like an iPad and went back in the lab to create a smaller iPhone that still possesses all the power we’ve become accustomed to, thus giving birth to the iPhone SE. iPhone SE will also comes with facetime app.

Yes gals, the iPhone SE is smaller which if you have small hands and have been dealing with the struggle of stretching your thumb beyond its natural reach to text you may want to look into this version. Or maybe trying to do that cute barely holding the phone finger pose in the mirror proved to be more difficult due to the volume button being much higher; once again you might want to check out the iPhone SE. So then, just how much smaller is the iPhone SE?

The size of this baby compares more to the length and girth of the iPhone 5. The phone will have a 4 inch screen and come complete with a 12 MP iSight camera. Apple also promises that the phone will operate like the iPhone 6s with faster LTE (thank you Yeesus), Voiceover and WIFI. Moreover, new microphones, 4K video, live photos and sick 63MP panorama photo taking will all be apart of the new iPhone tech picture.

The one thing we were most concerned about was also addressed. Apple also said that the iPhone SE will have “improved” battery life. If that truly is the case we are looking forward to running our IG, VSCO, Tumblr, Snapchat, Twitter, YouTube, camera and multiple Internet windows simultaneously. Lastly, we guess it would be a good thing to talk price right?

Prices seem to be a lot lower than we expected for an iPhone but you’ll still be shelling out a couple hundred for one. A 16GB SE will run you at least $399 while a 62GB will cost you just 100 more ($499). Get in your order early when pre-ordering begins on March 24th right before the actual phone release on March 31st.

Thoughts on the iPhone SE? Talk tech with us on our Facebook, Instagram, Tumblr or tweet us @1966magazine.

Cool Facts: Upon checkout you will have to select your color of choice, the iPhone SE will come in : Silver, Gold, Rose Gold and Space Gray.

Fashion

Fashion LA Awards Attended By Ciara & Karreuche Tran

Arianne SuggsUpdated on March 21, 2016March 21, 2016Leave a Comment

The 2016 Fashion LA Awards was seriously PACKED with tons of star power. From Kanye, who recently admitted to being a Bieber fan to Nick Jonas we had many reasons to be Jealous. Nevertheless, we sucked up our style pride and feasted our eyes on two beauties who literally brought it and then some! Ciara and Karreuche Tran shut it down in all black and white attire.

We will begin with the lovely Ciara who attended the Beverly Hills event with her new fiancé Russell Wilson who wasn’t too shabby himself! Ciara dazzled at the Fashion LA Awards in a black gown by Alexandre Vauthier. Ciara and her beau proved that the couple that looks chic together stays together!

Alright, on to another one of our favorite style killers, Karreuche Tran. Flash tattoo designer Karreuche showed some skin in a two piece ensemble by Open Ceremony. We loved the addition of the gold cuff which gave her look an even more luxe vibe.

Believe it or not fashion friends but this look by Tran for the 2016 Fashion LA Awards almost didn’t occur! Tran’s stylist, Bryon Javar, revealed via Instagram that Karreuche’s look was changed just hours before the carpet and a new seamstress needed to be located after a cancellation. Javar worked his magic and got a seamstress and was able to send out Karreuche in her white goddess couture paired with shoes by Azzedine Alaia.

Javar sounds like the type guy you’d want around in a fashion pinch! Karreuche is a lucky gal to have such an amazing team and they definitely created style magic last night. However, Ciara and Karreuche have more in common then just great fashion, more on that in our upcoming hair post!

Thoughts on Ciara and Karreuche’s looks for the Fashion LA Awards? Talk fashion with us on our Facebook, Instagram, Tumblr or tweet us @1966magazine.

Fashion

Kerry Washington 10 Years as MOVADO Brand Ambassador

Arianne SuggsUpdated on March 21, 2016March 21, 2016Leave a Comment

In a world were job security is becoming scarce and the thought of remaining at one company till retirement seems like a fairytale; Kerry Washington just beat some major odds! Not only is her accomplishment huge in terms of time, but the Scandal star’s success is amazing due to the industry it pertains to and that industry’s ideals. Fashion thrives on youth and considers 25 as “getting up there.” Yet, Kerry Washington celebrated being the brand ambassador of Movado for 10 years. You go girl!

Movado designs some of the most timeless (no pun intended) watches seen throughout the globe. Movado toasted and partied to Kerry’s achievement at Hotel Les Trois Rois in Basel. Setting the tone for the night Movado stated,

“Our beautiful ambassador, [Kerry Washington], celebrating 10 years with Movado at our annual cocktail party at The Three Kings Hotel in Basel, Switzerland.”

Kerry looked like a vision not only in a Movado watch of course, but also due to the frock she wore by Monse. This right off the runway look is from the brand’s spring 2016 collection. Kerry Washington completed her look with heels by Manolo Blahnik.

Beauty Notes: Kerry geniusly broke up her ensemble’s black and white color scheme with a pop of color via red lipstick. This is the easiest way to add a little more drama to a look without it being overwhelming.

Thoughts on Kerry Washington and Movado? Join the discussion on our Facebook, Instagram, Tumblr or tweet us @1966magazine.

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Spotted: Ciara at New York International Auto Show

Target Introduces Swim Leggings For Summer

“I like this because I don’t like revealing my body. I usually just wear shorts and a t-shirt when I’m going swimming.”

“For that day you feel like not shaving.”

“LOL. Target always be trying new stuff! But it’s actually kinda cute, it’s like a two piece wet suit! But with lighter material lol.”

“It’s already been done. I have swim leggings… Target is a few years late.”

“It’s a wetsuit. But nicer and more feminine. This is nice for women who aren’t super confident showing a lot of skin. Even one pieces show your legs so for the woman who isn’t confident with that boom here’s a solution.”

“I think this could take off. Swim leggings would be a nice modest option. I’d like to see a legging capri/cropped option… maybe with a regular triangle top. That be cute.”

Get Rihanna’s Fringe Brit Awards Look For Spring!

Kelly Rowland Makeup Line For Dark Skin Girls!

Covergirl x Empire Collection Party By Vogue

“I know it’s just Covergirl but you know I love me some Empire! Hope we get this in Ulta!”

“I can’t wait!”

“Yasssssssss!”

“BRILLIANT! So much diversity! Love it!”

“Slaying my life!”

“Such a dream come true, the little girl came out in me last night. Thank you so much. Covergirl, Vogue #Empire.”

Black Beauty News: Covergirl Empire Collection

Empire Season 3 Returns, On Set With Taraji P. Henson

“The name is #Cookie ask about me. Y’all ain’t ready!!! #Empire we comin March 30 only on [FOX].”

iPhone SE Announced To Be Released By Apple

Fashion LA Awards Attended By Ciara & Karreuche Tran

Kerry Washington 10 Years as MOVADO Brand Ambassador

“Our beautiful ambassador, [Kerry Washington], celebrating 10 years with Movado at our annual cocktail party at The Three Kings Hotel in Basel, Switzerland.”