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Why Do Fools Fall In Love 20th Anniversary -Halle and Vivica Reactions!

ArianneUpdated on August 28, 2018August 28, 2018

August 28th 1998. That day a film about love, music, scandal and money forever changed the scope of black film history. For 90s babies and kids it seems like this classic hit the movie scene just yesterday. However, as anyone knows, time stops for no one. With that being said, hang on to your time machines because the Why Do Fools Fall In Love 20th Anniversary is in full effect!

Why Do Fools Fall In Love 20th Anniversary -Halle and Vivica Reactions

20 years? 20 years?! Yes, it is true and the stars of this entertaining flick can’t quite believe it either. However, Halle, Larenz and Ms. Vivica A. Fox went down memory lane and had a few things to say about their movie. They state:

“Today is the 20th anniversary of Why Do Fools Fall In Love! Sometimes you work on a movie, and sometimes that movie introduces you to someone that makes you a better person for it. Larenz Tate? You’ll ALWAYS be my Too Fine Tuesady – thank you for being the ultimate Ride or Die!

So much love to my sister wives Lela Rochon and Vivica A. Fox – for the record, y’all? I’m Mrs. Frankie Lymon!”

-Halle Berry

“One of the most challenging roles of my career. Three of the most incredible leading ladies any leading man could wish for. Fearless, compassionate and phenomenal … they all are. Thank you Halle Berry, Lela Rochon and Vivica A. Fox; I am forever, a fool in love.”

-Larenz Tate

“WOWZERS! Can’t believe its been 20 years ago that our classic film, Why Do Fools Fall In Love came out! What an amazing cast of Larenz Tate, Lela Rochon, and Halle Berry. This scene I had with FAB Halle Berry had no dialogue but said EVERYTHING!

FYI! My character Elizabeth won the case so that makes me the OFFICIAL Mrs. Frankie Lymon! I’m just saying!”

-Vivica A. Fox

Why Do Fools Fall In Love 20th Anniversary -Halle and Vivica Reactions (Continued)

By the way if you are curious which scene Vivica is referring to; it is her and Halle eating in a cafeteria while staring each other down. Several seconds of epic expressions and looks.

Nevertheless, if you want to see this music film for yourself it is a cinch to do. Catch this film on YouTube, Amazon Prime Video, iTunes, Vudu and Google Play Movies and TV. It will cost $2.99.

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Ask and Tell: Serena Williams 90th U.S. Open Match Win Ensemble

ArianneUpdated on August 28, 2018August 28, 2018

The Item: Athlete and fashion designer, Serena Williams 90th U.S. Open Match Win Couture Ensemble. Serena fashionably made waves on the court during her match with Magda Linette.

You Asked: I have been so upset ever since I heard about the whole cat suit ban thing. I think it is awful that they still will not just let Serena be. So of course I was curious to see what she might wear. Happy she is winning and her outfit is very cool. Can you please tell me who is the designer of it?

Ask and Tell: Serena Williams 90th U.S. Open Match Win Ensemble

The Verdict: Thank you for your message and we can completely understand your frustration over the black bodysuit. Which actually was designed to help prevent blood clots, a situation that almost killed her after giving birth to her daughter. Nevertheless, Nike and Off White came together in order to create another iconic look for the tennis superstar.

In a collaborative effort, Nike and Off White designed a ballet asymmetrical ballet dress, leather jacket as well as a matching AKA QUEEN tennis bag. That bag is already getting tons of hits alone. Once and if these two brands decide to release it to the public for purchase we are sure it will sell out in record fashion.

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Vivian Green Releases Vibes Music Video Directed by Derek Blanks

Arianne Suggs August 28, 2018August 28, 2018

New music. New visuals. Yet, same amazing vocals! Velvety smooth artist, Vivian Green Releases Vibes Music Video and we are here for it all!

Longevity relies on progression. A lasting catalog evolves with its creator, growing, changing, and expanding in tandem to the artist. Once again, platinum-selling and critically acclaimed singer, songwriter, actress, and activist Vivian Green; continues to progress six albums into her illustrious career on the aptly titled, VGVI (Make Noise/Caroline)—pronounced “vee-gee-six.”

Driven by the show-stopping voice that enchanted millions upon her emergence with 2002’s gold-certified debut A Love Story. The record sees the songstress tread new territory yet again. Vivian presents a strikingly kaleidoscopic about face with her remarkable sixth album. Helmed by multiplatinum producer Kwamé (Mary J. Blige, Keyshia Cole, Christina Aguilera, Fantasia).

Vivian Green Releases Vibes Music Video Directed by Derek Blanks

The second single “Vibes” illuminates Vivian’s progression. The video filmed in Townsend Georgia is directed by famed photographer/director Derek Blanks. Elsewhere, she revisits Vivid favorite “Just Like Fools.”However, with re-recorded vocals and a cameo from none other than Musiq Soulchild.

Their two voices entwine in heavenly harmony over the horn-punctuated production. VGVI concludes with one of her most powerful and passionate performances yet. The finale “Stop Sleeping (See The Light)” sees Vivian embrace her platform like never before.

In the end, VGVI expands on Vivian’s legacy as her brightest, boldest, and biggest body of work to date.

“I hope people can feel the emotion. When they hear it, I want them to be able to live with it. It’s a little different for me. You can work out to it, cook to it, clean to it, and do all of those things we do. I want this to be one of those records that becomes a part of your life.”

Vivian Green Releases Vibes Music Video Directed by Derek Blanks (Continued)

Outside of music, Vivian’s voice echoes throughout culture. As an actress, she appeared in the Golden Globe- and GRAMMY Award-nominated film De-Lovely. As well as the TV show American Dreams.

Last year she appeared in the stage play “Two Can Play That Game” an adaptation of the original film featuring Vivica Fox, Gary Dourdan, Columbus Short, Porsha Williams and Carl Payne. Vivian starred as Vivica Fox’s best friend and performed some of her classic hits.

Vivian also remains a staunch advocate for the rights of children with special needs spearheading the #IamDifferentIamHuman PSA campaign. Her organization “I am different, I am Human” brings awareness to the 57 million people in the United States with a special need, particularly children.

After 15 years in an industry that continues to define itself by the tides of change it is impacted by, Vivian Green is still standing. And while she has enjoyed the robust support of a fan base that has come to rely on her for a specific, she too has changed. VGVI is a shimmering reflection of that change.

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Karena Evans Wins Best Director for God’s Plan Video- iHeart Radio MMVAS 2018

ArianneUpdated on August 28, 2018August 28, 2018

From the moment it hit, Drake’s God’s Plan music video IMMEDIATELY made waves. The concept, the vibe and the feel good message leaves a lasting impression for anyone who lays eyes on it. Which is why it comes as no surprise that visionary, Karena Evans Wins Best Director for God’s Plan Video at this year’s iHeart Radio MMVAS.

God’s Plan, follows hip hop artist, Drake, as he does a ton of good deeds. Surprising unsuspecting people with help in a time when most people only turn a blind eye. In a statement regarding her hard-earned win for the music video, Karena states,

“I will never take for granted the fact that every day I get to wake up with the privilege of telling stories in one form or another. Thank you for granting me that Drake. My whole fam at POPP ROK and every single artist or creative I’ve worked with so far.

Grateful doesn’t even begin to sum it up. Yesterday I took home an MMVA for ‘Best Director’ for Drake’s God’s Plan; and today I woke up more motivated than ever. To work even harder to truly be able to deserve that title.”

Karena Evans Wins Best Director for God’s Plan Video- iHeart Radio MMVAS 2018

Such humility! Furthermore, Evans also fashionably strutted herself down the iHeart Radio red carpet in true celebrity style. What did the Best Director winner stun in? Her stylist, Jess Mori, (who by the way has one of the best bios on Instagram which reads, “Bury me in nice shoes”); placed her client in a sexy LBD. Karena’s “little black dress” is from fashion label, Manning Cartel. Evans finished her look with a plethora of accessories and jewels from: Judith Leiber, Kim Mee Hye, BIKO and Cuchara.

After her big win, Karena made sure to share the moment and her fashion statement with her fans. In a caption she says, “I’m sorry for all the pics of me, but I’ve been given so many chances to dress up!”

Well, you look amazing as usual Karena! Congratulations to you and for continuing to pave the way for more girls to become directors in a super tough industry.

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2018 Black Girls Rock! Full Red Carpet Fashion Recap

ArianneUpdated on August 28, 2018August 28, 2018

The 2018 Black Girls Rock was a night of comradery, girl power and eye-popping fashion! From supermodels to music icons every single lady brought their style A-game as well as beneficial words of wisdom for girls of color the world over.

Honorees for this year include: Janet Jackson, Naomi Campbell, Lena Waithe, Mary J. Blige, Tarana J. Burke and Judith Jamison. Hosting duties for 2018 fell upon the one and only Queen Latifah who absolutely killed it; despite coming right off the heels of a major concert at the prestigious Hollywood Bowl with hip hop artist, Common.

2018 Black Girls Rock! Full Red Carpet Fashion Recap

Nonetheless, how are celebrities feeling as well as saying about the 2018 Black Girls Rock soiree? Well, if we quoted everyone you would be here all day and night. Therefore, here are just a few of their numerous thoughts.

“It was truly an honor presenting the Rockstar Award to my friend, icon, and legend Janet Jackson. Forever cherishing these moments.”

-Ciara

“From the stage, the screen, and all in-between, she’s the Academy Award-nominated Queen of Hip Hop Soul; and we’re honored to crown Mary J. Blige with this year’s Star Power Award.”

-Black Girls Rock Founder, Beverly Bond

“Thank you.”

-Janet Jackson, in response to Ciara

“When you are in the same room as Janet Jackson, you wear key earrings. It’s a rule.”

-Gia Peppers

“What a magical uplifting enlightening evening! Black Girls Rocks. The unity I felt and goosebumps I got many times through the night is a testament to how significant and inspirational Black Girls Rock is!

Beverly Bond I would like to thank you and your entire team for bringing us together; so that we can support, unite, empower, strengthen and embrace each other! Sisters together we are strong. Congratulations to Lena Waithe, Mary J. Blige, Tarana J. Burke, Janet Jackson, Judith Jamison and Queen Latifah for presenting to me.”

-Naomi Campbell

2018 Black Girls Rock! Full Red Carpet Fashion Recap (Continued)

Now it is time for what you all love best… the fashion honey! Here is our recap of the 2018 Black Girls Rock!

Who: Janet Jackson

Wearing: A Christian Siriano Gown from the Fall/Winter 2018 RTW (Ready to Wear) Collection.

Who: Lil Mama

Wearing: The Ivy Showroom

Who: Naomi Campbell

Wearing: A Calvin Klein orange floor length gown.

Who: Leomie Anderson

Wearing: Galvin Resort 2018 gown and Christian Louboutin heels.

Who: Naturi Naughton

Wearing: Pink Jay Godfrey jumpsuit and Judith Leiber clutch.

Who: Amandla Steinberg

Wearing: Thom Browne

Who: Ava DuVernay

Wearing: Michael Kors

Who: Storm Reid

Wearing: Monique Lhuiller

Who: Ciara

Wearing: Balmain Fall 2018 off the runway look.

Who: Misty Copeland

Wearing: A Cushnie Fall 2018 ensemble.

Who: Mary J. Blige

Wearing: Roberto Cavalli Fall 2018 gown and L. Dezen Jewelry

Who: Skai Jackson

Wearing: Polka dot dress from the Mother of Pearl Spring 2018 collection with Stuart Weitzman sandals and Monica Vinader hoops.

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25TH ANNIVERSARY OF LIVING SINGLE-Catch the TV One 3 Day Marathon!

Arianne Suggs August 25, 2018August 25, 2018

Alright 90s babies and kids, here’s something to really make your head spin. One of the biggest shows to ever do it for the culture is adding a major plus one. It is officially the 25th anniversary of Living Single and TV One is bringing back all the feels and nostalgia!

Iconic 90s sitcom LIVING SINGLE turns 25 this month and TV One is celebrating the milestone with a MEGA MARATHON! Starting TONIGHT at 7/8 pm ET and running through Sunday, August 26, at 5/6 am ET, the marathon will begin and end with the first and final episodes of the series to include all 118 episodes in sequential order.

Khadijah, Synclaire, Régine, Max, Kyle and Overton came onto the television scene and literally changed the game. Their characters starred in one of the first sitcoms to explore modern urban life; through the stories of this hip, upwardly mobile circle of African American neighbors and friends on prime time television.

25TH ANNIVERSARY OF LIVING SINGLE-Catch the TV One 3 Day Marathon!

Every night, beginning TONIGHT at 7/8 pm ET, TV One viewers can rediscover their favorite TV crew of Brooklyn strivers. Celebrating Living Single’s silver anniversary with a Mega Marathon that will feature fun facts and trivia questions to test fans’ knowledge of the popular series’ five-year run.

The celebration will continue off-air on tvone.tv where viewers can find recent interviews with the cast. Featuring Kim Fields, Kim Coles, TC Carson and John Henton. Furthermore, fans can also connect with them on social media (@TVOne) where they can join the conversation using the hashtag #LIVINGSINGLE25 and #MEGAMARATHON.

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Fashion

Harpers Bazaar Pays Homage to Vladmir Tretchikoff Starring Maria Borges

ArianneUpdated on August 25, 2018August 25, 2018

Fashion IS art. For their September 2018 edition Harpers Bazaar Pays Homage to Vladmir Tretchikoff; a Russian visionary who’s dazzling artwork still captivates and mesmerizes decades later. The editorial entitled, “The Female Gaze” is a multi-page spread that stars top models, Maria Borges as well as the lovely Xin Xie.

Harpers Bazaar Pays Homage to Vladmir Tretchikoff Starring Maria Borges

Vladimir’s artistry is well-known for it’s vibrancy, vividness; and of course alluring beauty. Tretchikoff’s stunning array of portraits at times captured the essence and spirit of women from across Africa as well as Asia. Another draw to his work is that he always seemed to make the woman in his paintings ooze with regal flair.

The Female Gaze magazine editorial recreates several famous Tretchikoff pieces including: Balinese Girl, Zulu Girl and Chinese Girl (1952). Maria Borges is the muse for the Balinese as well as Zulu masterpieces.

Fashion Notes: For the recreation of Balinese Girl, Maria Borges wears a stunning headwrap garment that is a design of Eric Javits. Javits is the designer behind several infamous celebrity headpieces and hats. Including those worn by Beyoncé, Angela Bassett, Lupita Nyong’o, Serena Williams, Chanel Iman and Mary J. Blige. He is also the ingenious designer behind Naomi Campbell’s golden Balinese headpiece seen at the amfAR event.

Photography by Pari Dukovic

Fashion Styling by Joanna Hillman

Hair Styling by Bok Hee

Makeup Artistry by Erin Parsons

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2018 Black Music Honors Celebrates Aretha Franklin Music and Legacy

Arianne SuggsUpdated on August 25, 2018August 24, 2018

The 2018 Black Music Honors recognized the life and legacy of Aretha Franklin; during the award show taping on Thursday, August 16. Hosted by 2017 Marconi Award Winner Rickey Smiley; and also singer/actress LeToya Luckett; the annual two-hour television special honors artists and musicians who have influenced and made significant contributions to American music. This year’s honorees were: Bobby Brown, Faith Evans, Bebe & Cece Winans, Whodini, Stephanie Mills and Dallas Austin.

2018 Black Music Honors Celebrates Aretha Franklin Music and Legacy

The night included performances by: Bell Biv Devoe, Next, Jade Novah, Kierra Sheard; Tasha Page-Lockhart, V. Bozeman, Demetria McKinney; DJ Mell Starr, Sammie, Donnie McClurkin, Sammie; Yo-Yo, Koryn Hawthorne, Rhyon Brown, Raheem DeVaughn; Regina Belle, Paris Bennett, Syleena Johnson, Angela Winbush; Jonathan McReynolds, Monie Love; Ruben Studdard and Doug E. Fresh. Additional VIP’s in attendance included Shiggy, Kyla Jade, Stevie J and more.

Proceeds from the 2018 Black Music Honors will benefit the 2019 opening of the National Museum of African American Music (NMAAM) in Nashville. NMAAM’s mission is three-fold. To educate the world, preserve the legacy; and also celebrate the central role that African Americans play in creating the American soundtrack.

Nevertheless, many wonderful brands helped to make this year’s event a complete and total success. Event sponsors include AT&T, McDonald’s, Walmart, Johnson & Johnson and Chevrolet. With State Farm also being a title sponsor.

Furthermore, the annual two-hour television special taping will broadcast in national syndication from Sept. 8-30, 2018. Additionally, it will air on Bounce TV on Sept. 28, 2018.

Moreover, for more information on Black Music Honors visit www.blackmusichonors.com. Connect with Black Music Honors on social media @blackmusichonors, #BMH2018 and #BlackMusicMatters.

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Beauty

Beauty Products: L’Oreal Unlimited Mascara-Stretch Your Lash Possibilities!

ArianneUpdated on August 24, 2018August 23, 2018

L’Oreal is over here stepping things up with their mascara beauty game. New formula, new wand and more “limitless” building power! Have you heard? The NEW L’Oreal Unlimited Mascara can help extend the length of your natural lashes; for an eye-popping “boy I see you checking me” stare.

Moreover, one feature about this product that we are really loving is the design of the bottle itself. It literally tilts. Like seriously, you can bend this baby so that you have perfect control over all your hairs. So those pesky, tiny lashes that you have to do origami with your arms to reach can be properly coated and curled with more ease. Say it with us y’all… WINNING!

Beauty Products: L’Oreal Unlimited Mascara-Stretch Your Lash Possibilities

Okay, so then how does it all work? L’Oreal says that their mascara product incorporates a four step process. The brand explains further details about Unlimited by stating,

“Our new Unlimited mascara is just what you need. An instant lash length mascara that will make you feel confident day and night. Unlimited lash length is unlimited confidence.

[Just] in love with our new mascara Unlimited and its folding brush for a perfect result. Come on, discover our new mascara, the first mascara with instant lash lift effect. Lift, tilt, stretch, hold [and] GO!.”

Sounds pretty easy right? Getting your natural lashes to curl is one thing; but getting them to stay that way is another. Unlimited promises to do that and give you additionally seductive length, more volume as well as lash separation.

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Fashion

Ask and Tell: Pretty Little Thing Stone Ruched Sleeve Gathered Waist Shirt

Arianne August 23, 2018August 23, 2018

The Item: The Pretty Little Thing Stone Ruched Sleeve Gathered Waist Shirt as seen on Leigh Anne Pinnock. The Little Mix singer was spotted in her chic top while hitting the pavement during a night out on the town.

You Asked: Hi 1966 can I please get your help? I recently came across of a photo of Leigh-Anne and I REALLY love her shirt! Not sure where she got it from but I would like to have it too. So can you guys hunt this top down for me please??

Ask and Tell: Pretty Little Thing Stone Ruched Sleeve Gathered Waist Shirt

The Verdict: Hello there we love your fashion question and it would be an honor to track this style down for you! Actually, we already know what it is and where you can get one. Pinnock is wearing a shirt from fashion brand, Pretty Little Thing.

If searching for this top online it is known as the Pretty Little Thing Stone Ruched Sleeve Gathered Waist Shirt. The price? Well, fortunately this look did receive a nice price cut and is currently retailing for $35. HOWEVER, there is some bad news. On the PLT website this top is sold out. A bummer, and many other fellow consumers are anxiously awaiting a restock of this popular item.

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