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Beautiful Black Women: Nicki Minaj for Harper’s BAZAAR Vietnam “Music Icon”

ArianneUpdated on October 6, 2018October 5, 2018

What makes a music icon? Try being the most awarded hip hop, female rapper in history EVER with 100 awards total. Breaking down to 2 American Music Awards, 4 MTV Video Awards, 4 Billboard Music Awards, 11 BET Awards and 10 Grammy nominations; you know just to name a few. Minaj continues to experience much success even in an ever-changing and male dominant musical climate. Nevertheless, that is how ladies and gentlemen you stay on and even make the map; and why the Nicki Minaj for Harper’s BAZAAR Vietnam “Music Icon” issue is seriously on point.

Beautiful Black Women: Nicki Minaj for Harper’s BAZAAR Vietnam “Music Icon”

She’s not your average. Just this year the leader of the Barbie gang made even more major Her-story. Nicki became the very first female rapper to surpass 5 million units sold, per album. In a time where sales are not always guaranteed and things seem to resemble the 60’s with most artist barely even going Gold. Having selling power on such a large scale, is no easy feat.

Moreover, Minaj also continues to reinvent herself. Changing her style from boisterously outrageous to the sexy, demure baddie. Proving not only can she make waves in music, but be a true bonafide style maven.

Furthermore, Harper’s BAZAAR was more than happy to herald Nicki as a musical icon for their October 2018 edition. Regarding what readers will find out about inside the issue, the mag states,

“The uniquely effervescent Nicki Minaj sits down with Harper’s BAZAAR Vietnam and dishes about her new music; here new tour and of course, her unique style. Also our Chun-li iconic rapper graces the cover of Harper’s BAZAAR Vietnam this issue. Hot as fire!!”

Beautiful Black Women: Nicki Minaj for Harper’s BAZAAR Vietnam “Music Icon” (Continued)

For the Music Icon issue Nicki Minaj rocks it out on not one but two extremely beautiful covers. For her covers as well as stunning editorial, Minaj wears some gorgeous designer clothes. Including a glamorous pink gown by STELLO, crystalized biker helmet by Philipp Plein and show-stopping fur my Cory Couture.

Nicki Minaj for Harper’s BAZAAR Vietnam Editorial Details

Photography by Greg Swales

Fashion Styling by KC Jones

Hair Styling by Kim Kimble

Makeup Artistry by Shiekh

Creative Production duties handled by Christopher Sollinger

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Chloe x Halle for Teva Fall 2018 Collection- Get All of Their Favorites!

Arianne October 3, 2018October 3, 2018

Okay so this pretty sweet! We just learned that one of our music favorite duos, Chloe x Halle, just collaborated with popular footwear entity, Teva! The Chloe x Halle for Teva Fall 2018 Collection collab is a hand-picked lineup of designs the singers personally think are cool, trendy and what should be in your closets!

Chloe x Halle for Teva Fall 2018 Collection- Get All of Their Favorites

Looks like Beyoncé’s little power group is getting into the fashion game. Chloe and her sister Halle took to social media to confirm the Teva team up. In reference to one of the photos apart of their campaign with shoe label, the ladies state, “Lol we may be mean mugging but we’re excite to be partnering with Teva to show off our favorite styles from their fall collection!”

Teva is just as enthusiastic about the partnership. The footwear store shared why they decided to pair with the soulful pop artists. Teva says,

“We’re fierce supporters of trailblazers, which is why we teamed up with boundary breaking sister act Chloe x Halle. Equal parts edgy and eclectic, the songsters rounded up their favorite footwear from our fall collection.

At just 18 and 20, these bad babes opened for a leading headliner’s American tour. No small feat, by any means. The duo unveiled their favorite styles from our Fall ’18 collection.”

All valid reasons! Therefore, let’s get to the fashion shall we? Here is a quick price tag cheat sheet of the four footwear designs that Chloe x Halle is rocking from the Teva Fall 2018 Collection. We decided to rank them from cheapest to most expensive. Alright, here we go and enjoy:

Original Universal $50

Ember Moc Velvet $75

Indio Whip $175

Indio Jewell $200

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Beautiful Black Women: Tracee Ellis Ross for InStyle November 2018 Issue

ArianneUpdated on October 3, 2018October 3, 2018

BEYOND GLAM! Tracee Ellis Ross For InStyle November 2018 is a luxury couture dream. Five covers… screech! Yup, Miss Ross is rocking one, two, three, plus two more covers for InStyle’s November edition. Come on, did you expect anything less from a totally fab daughter of a diva icon?

Fashion Notes: For her stunning covers as wells as editorial spread Tracee wears a plethora of designer attire. Her looks include pieces by Maison Margiela, Chanel, Sophie Buhai, Givenchy and Paula Mendoza. Nevertheless, a few of our personal favorites happen to be a school girl chic blue Calvin Klein jacket, absolutely gorgeous pink Giambattista Valli gown; as well as a flowing white garment by Gucci.

Beautiful Black Women: Tracee Ellis Ross for InStyle November 2018 Issue

What’s inside and why was Tracee chosen by InStyle to be their cover girl? InStyle reveals all and gives a sneak peek of their exclusive with Ross by stating,

“Bold, funny, and unequivocally glamorous. Tracee Ellis Ross is our November cover star! In the issue, the award-winning actor talks Blackish; her famous mother, and her love for fashion. This is fashion, baby! The ever-stylish Tracee Ellis Ross takes to the streets of Paris for our November cover.

In such a tough political climate; representing an American family on Blackish means everything to Ross. ‘When you can look at a story that is not in any way your story; but see all the ways you identify; that’s art doing its job,’ she says.

‘One of the things that’s been special about this time is that there’s a space for one’s own unique experiences in a way that there’s a space for one’s own unique experiences in a way that there wasn’t always. The life promised by fairytales and movies is not relevant in the same way; the white picket fence blah, blah, blah. And there are more people telling stories that have different colors and flavors to them.”

Editorial Details:

Photography by Horst Diekgerdes

Fashion Editor: Karla Welch

Hair Artistry by Lacy Redway

Makeup by Tiina Rovisinen

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Porsha Williams Engaged to Dennis Mckinley-See the 13 Carat Sparkler!

Arianne October 2, 2018October 2, 2018

13 Carats… say it with us y’all, “Dangggggg!” Congratulations are certainly in order for Real Housewives of Atlanta cast member, Porsha Williams. Social media erupted with headlines, tags and well wishes all bringing eyes and attention to Porsha Williams Engaged to Dennis McKinley.

So then, who’s the her man and what are the details of the gorgeous ring? We got all the facts for you and a quick word from Porsha’s sis so keep reading loves!

Porsha Williams Engaged to Dennis Mckinley-See the 13 Carat Sparkler

Who is Dennis McKinley? Well, info on the lucky guy seems to be close to zilch. Sources state that McKinley is a businessman; however, which industry he is apart of has not yet been revealed.

Nevertheless, the Atlanta native has been pinged as promoting several lounges and events in the ATL area. Thus, creating and pushing some to believe he might own or be a partner in the nightlife scene.

Nonetheless, regardless of his occupation it is clear that he is not exactly hurting. McKinley surprised Porsha with a personalized 13 Carat engagement ring! What type of personalization? Inside the band is Williams’ future name… Porsha McKinley. Awwww! The ring was designed by “Richie Rich” a jeweler who creates for all the biggest designs. We’re talking The Weeknd, Mariah Carey, Winnie Harlow, Adam Levine, RayJ/Princess Love, Justine Skye, Hailey Baldwin, Bella Hadid and Jaden Smith.

Porsha Williams Engaged to Dennis Mckinley-See the 13 Carat Sparkler (Continued)

While Porsha Williams glows in her engagement and baby bliss (which she so deserves). Her half sister, Lauren, is bringing out the Kleenex with her heartfelt congratulations to the newly engaged couple. Lauren says,

“Congratulations y’all! I’ve been so blessed to have a best friend in my sister; and recently I’ve developed a friendship with Dennis as well. Thank you so much for making her smile and dealing with our crazy. I think you might just be crazy enough to fit in to our family!

I love seeing you guys happy and I’m so excited to witness your future together. P.S. thank you in advance for all of my nieces and nephews.”

So sweet! As the Porsha and Dennis wedding date draws near, we are also all waiting for the couple’s little bundle of joy to arrive too! Back in early September 2018, Porsha announced that she is in fact expecting. This will be the couple’s first child.

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Ciara Covers Cosmopolitan November 2018 Issue-Talks Goodies and Leveling Up

ArianneUpdated on October 1, 2018October 1, 2018

She hands down had the best dance challenge of the year; AND we are still waiting to find out about that prayer! It’s safe to say, Ciara is back in music and is not letting a single blade of grass grow under her feet. With three new singles out plus sharing a tour with pop superstar Bruno Mars; CiCi is proving she is still one of the hottest artists around. Now Ciara Covers Cosmopolitan November 2018 issue in order to spill her thoughts on getting at the “Goodies” all while leveling up.

Ciara Covers Cosmopolitan November 2018 Issue-Talks Goodies and Leveling Up

Furthermore, this isn’t just any old cover for Ciara; it’s a her-story moment. This November edition of Cosmo marks an all new first for the Grammy awarding winning starlet. Yup, as you may have heard this is Ciara’s very first cover for Cosmopolitan!

As a result, you can imagine how Ciara is very excited to be a Cosmo cover girl. She took to social media to share the great news with all of her fans by stating,

“Truly honored and proud to have my first Cosmopolitan cover shoot! No dream is too big! On stands October 9!”

Cosmopolitan also had much to say about Ciara and their upcoming November release. The journal states,

“Say hi to Ciara, our November cover star! With her seventh album about to drop, the singer/dancer seems to already have it all. But she wants more because ‘no dream is too big.'”

On her unshakable ambition in the industry Ciara tells Cosmo, “I never thought, I can’t be because of the color of my skin; I can’t be because of my gender. No dram is too big. I want to be a billionaire. The more resources, the more you can do.

But I think my greatest accomplishment 10 years from now is that I would have a successful life as it pertains to my marriage and being a mom. It’s cool to want to do all these creative things; but it’s no good to gain the world if you lose your soul.”

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Ask and Tell: Alexander Vidal Halter Beaded Fringe Gown Seen On Lais Ribeiro

ArianneUpdated on September 28, 2018September 28, 2018

The Item: Victoria’s Secret alum and supermodel, Lais Ribeiro wearing the Alexander Vidal Halter Beaded Fringe Gown. The gorgeous Lais was spotted in her luxury designer dress while attending the Prince Albert Foundation event at the Opera de Monte-Carlo. The influential event helps to benefit ocean protection.

You Asked: I so love this dress on Lais! She is my favorite Victoria’s Secret model ever and I can not wait to see her walk the show again this year. Her style is so elegant and her dress she wore in Monte Carlo is just too beautiful. Any details?

Ask and Tell: Alexander Vidal Halter Beaded Fringe Gown Seen On Lais Ribeiro

The Verdict: Thank you for reaching out and we are so with you, Lais is a stunning top model that always slays the VS runway! Nonetheless, for the Prince Albert Foundation event in Monte Carlo Lais donned a beautiful gown by couture label, Alexander Vidal. The brand refers to this design as the Alexander Vidal Halter Beaded Fringe Gown.

Furthermore, the luxury label speaks of this look as being a dress with “a halter neckline with a deep V, layered beaded fringe, and a open back. In other words, sexy yet sophisticated. The price? This alluring high-end garment retails for a whooping $9,015. Whew!

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Ask and Tell: Taraji P. Henson’s Alberta Ferretti Silk Canvas Utility Jumpsuit

ArianneUpdated on September 28, 2018September 28, 2018

The Item: FOX network Empire‘s Taraji P. Henson’s designer Alberta Ferretti Silk Canvas Utility Jumpsuit. Henson was spotted in her high-end ensemble while on a press tour in New York City in order to promote the newest of Empire.

You Asked: I need your help 66! I’m trying to locate Taraji’s green jumpsuit! Saw somewhere that it is by Alberta Ferretti but of course that is all the information it seems like anyone knows. So can you please tell me the name of this look it is so bomb!

Ask and Tell: Taraji P. Henson’s Alberta Ferretti Silk Canvas Utility Jumpsuit

The Verdict: Thank you for your DM and we definitely can help you out with your fashion inquiry! First of all, you are entirely correct; Taraji’s luxury couture jumpsuit is by fashion label, Alberta Ferretti. It is from the brand’s Resort 2019 collection. If searching for this particular look online it is known as the Alberta Ferretti Silk Canvas Utility Jumpsuit.

The cost of this chic jumpsuit? Well, not going to lie, this outfit is a little on the pricey side. Currently, it is retailing for $2,495. But hey, when you are a superstar like Taraji what’s 2K (LOL).

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Beautiful Black Women: Ciara Covers King Kong Magazine Issue 6 with Janelle and Selah!

ArianneUpdated on September 27, 2018September 27, 2018

It’s CIARA! Singer, dancer, songwriter, model and Grammy Award winner. 9 BET Award nominations, 8 Billboard Hot 100 top 10 singles; 5 Grammy Award nominations and fashion campaigns for Roberto Cavalli, KEDs and Pandora Jewelry. Seriously, put some respect on CiCi’s name! Fortunately, it looks like at least King Kong mag is going to do it. Ciara Covers King Kong Magazine Issue 6; a tribute and celebration of today’s hottest icons.

Beautiful Black Women: Ciara Covers King Kong Magazine Issue 6 with Janelle and Selah

Ciara continues to show one and all how to Level Up. The songstress who is currently on tour with Bruno Mars recently took to social media in order to reveal her latest cover. Furthermore, King Kong was just as excited to share the good news and promote their newest cover star. Regarding why they chose Ciara and the release of Issue 6 the edgy journal states,

“Cover eight in total heaven! R&B queen Ciara, this icon needs no introduction. Her elegance and talent stands the test of time. Shot by Micaiah Carter; this cover puts a holy Western spin on Ciara. Think of an ominous, small chapel in the middle of desert housing.

Ciara, [is] changing the world with her groundbreaking approach to R&B. Ciara is one of music’s toughest living icons and continues to push boundaries today. [Her] presence in this issue represents our [respect] of icons, and our inability to be them. Available to pre-order now [and] on stands October 12th.”

As if recognizing the stardom that is Ciara isn’t amazing enough. King Kong magazine is also giving serious cred and acknowledgement to your other favorites. Janelle Monae and Lauryn Hill’s daughter, Selah Marley; additionally have their own respective covers and story visuals for issue 6.

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Maison Margiela Mutiny Ad Campaign Starring Willow Smith-NEW Fragrance!

ArianneUpdated on September 27, 2018September 27, 2018

Seems just like yesterday she was whipping her hair, but Willow is all grown up, and has never ever lost her own personal flair and style. Such individuality keeps Willow at the forefront of the young entertainment circle. At the tender age of 17, Smith already has other fashion house achievements under her belt; however, now the starlet can add yet another. Get ready to be even more proud of your offspring Mr. Will smith, because Willow is starring in the NEW Maison Margiela Mutiny Ad Campaign!

Maison Margiela Mutiny Ad Campaign Starring Willow Smith-NEW Fragrance

What is Mutiny? It is the new fragrance being released by couture label, Maison Margiela. The scent notes and ad campaign is taking aim at helping women to celebrate diversity. Furthermore, the campaign includes a comprehensive list of edgy stars such as Willow Smith, Sasha Bianca Lane as well as Princess Nokia.

Honestly, we haven’t witnessed this type of fragrance buzz since the days of Calvin Klein. Mutiny is a whiff of youthful appeal that is not always present in more recent, modern campaigns. Therefore, it certainly makes it an updated take on a timeless classic as well as standard model of perfumes.

Visionary Fabien Baron had the immense task of creating stunning visuals for the new Mutiny fragrance. He succeeded. Moreover, regarding his involvement with the campaign, as well as its release he states,

“Directed by me and debuting at the Maison Margiela SS19 [Spring/Summer 2019] runway show. Thank you John Galliano [and] Lexy Roche for giving us the freedom to break the rules. Also, to the amazing cast. And finally to L’Oreal Beauty For All and Guillaume de Lesquen for the support on this adventure. Bravo on an amazing show John Galliano.”

Maison Margiela Mutiny Ad Campaign Starring Willow Smith-NEW Fragrance (Continued)

Nevertheless, what about the fragrance itself? What can lovers of luxurious scents expect? Well, Maison Margiela did not leave its consumers and fans in the dark about their newest release. In regards to Mutiny, the brand says,

“The flacon of Mutiny is created through the process of decortique, deconstructed to expose its essential frame: a gold-tinted juice, the essence of rebellion. Mutiny transpires from inside, multi-faceted in structure and creed. It represents the individuality and diversity of every Mutinist. As unprecedented leathery accord created with safran, oud and vanilla transforms the character Mutiny.

Tuberose, traditionally associated with a strong sense of femininity, is reduced to its powerful core: flower leather, the multi-faceted essence of tuberose. Mutiny the new fragrance by Maison Margiela out now.”

Maison Margiela Mutiny Ad Campaign -Willow and Sasha Speak Out

So what are the stars of the Mutiny campaign saying and talking about this project? Recently, both Willow Smith and Sasha Bianca Lane spoke out about what the Mutiny campaign really means for them.

“Everybody’s looking for a reason. For me, that reason is to create. I think this generation… we’re willing to endure pain in order to do what we love. Feminity, it’s like water: I can break rock, I’m that strong, but I can move with harmony. We want something more and something spiritual, even.”

-A Quote from Willow Smith as she Posed for Mutiny Campaign

“Mutiny. It’s been TRULY an HONOR to be apart of this amazing project as it allows us as girls to truly define our own femininity. Our own selves. Thanks to Maison Margiela Fragrances.

-Sasha Lane

So then, are you ready for a Mutiny? The fragrance is available now for purchase and it currently retails for $115.

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Ask and Tell: Solace London Ariana Rib-Knit Sheath Dress Seen on Taraji P. Henson

Arianne September 26, 2018September 26, 2018

The Item: The Solace London Ariana Rib-Knit Sheath Dress Seen on actress Taraji P. Henson. Henson was spotted looking like a dime in pink during a press tour for the upcoming season of her hit show, Empire. Taraji rocked her pretty in pink look on daytime talk show, The View.

You Asked: Yaasssss! That’s my girl! Taraji looks absolutely beautiful in this pink dress. The color is so nice on her skin tone, it is like a match made in heaven. Makes me excited for Empire in order to see more fashion from her. But anyway, can you tell me about this dress that Taraji got on?

Ask and Tell: Solace London Ariana Rib-Knit Sheath Dress Seen on Taraji P. Henson

The Verdict: Thank you for the fashionable question and we completely concur with your style sentiments… this color on Taraji is everything! Nevertheless, the Empire star is wearing a chic dress by luxury fashion label, Solace London. The dress is known as the Solace London Ariana Rib-Knit Sheath Dress and comes in sizes going up to a US Size 10. The price? It currently retails for $590.

The Ariana is part of Solace London’s Pre-Fall 2018 collection. If searching for it online you will also find that it comes in sassy rouge tone as well. Furthermore, Taraji finished off her ensemble with Jennifer Fisher jewels as well as shoes by Sophia Webster.

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