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Justine Skye For Vogue Magazine January 2016

Arianne Suggs December 16, 2015December 16, 2015Leave a Comment

For the month of January, Vogue Magazine is showcasing 44 stars that we all should keep a keen eye on. One being the ever stylish and super fun, Justine Skye. When it comes to the lovely Skye there is definitely plenty to watch. Between her energetic performances, chic personal style that was even recognized by Tommy Hilfiger and trend-setting hairstyles; Justine is a talented, beautiful powerhouse to be reckoned with.

For the editorial Skye joins other starlets such as fellow singers Zendaya Coleman, Andra Day and Jennifer Hudson as well as model Imaan Hamman. The shoot was lensed by Mikael Jansson with styling by Camilla Nickers and Hannah Murray on makeup duty. In keeping in step with her fashion forward style, Skye was photographed in a design by Balenciaga. Justine shared her thoughts on the nod from Vogue via Instagram stating,

“Nobody understands how crazy this is to me… this year is ending beautifully.”

Here is a quick video that helps you get to know the fashionable 44 a little better, enjoy!

Cool Factor: All of the ladies and gents who are apart of this momentous story

line wear spring 2016 fashions.

Fashion

Janelle Monae In Erevos Aether For Star Wars Premiere

Arianne Suggs December 16, 2015December 16, 2015Leave a Comment

This week has basically been deemed Star Wars Week. The film’s critic scores were released exciting fans even more due to the movie receiving scores ranging from high 8s to 10s! It is clear that Star Wars is set to be the blockbuster that J.J. Abrams promised us all.

The film release is not the only thing that has us excited here at 1966, the fashions seen during the red carpet for the Star Wars premiere had us like whoa! Especially, when it came to Janelle Monae’s C3PO inspired ensemble. If there was a Star Wars fashion award Monae definitely would have been nominated and would of won hands down.

The gorgeous Yoga singer dazzled in a futuristic design by Erevos Aether with shoes by Giuseppe Zanotti. Monae completed the look with jewels from: Casa Reale, Jennifer Fisher Jewelry, Butani Jewellery and Djula Jewelry. Moreover, being a Covergirl Janelle’s overall beauty, hair and style look was on point thanks to her “Android Maintenance Squad” as she put it. That squad included: Maeve Reilly (style), Jessica Smalls (makeup) as well as Cheryl Reid and Caprice (hair).

This power droid look was also spotted on another pretty starlet too. Kat Graham donned the Erevos Aether mirror embellished leather vest for her shoot with Mane Addicts magazine.

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Kat Graham Wearing Erevos Aether Vest

Celebrities

15 Beyonce Quotes That Are Sure To Inspire You!

Arianne Suggs December 15, 2015December 15, 2015Leave a Comment

Beyonce has sold millions of records and amassed millions of fans in the process. How or what has helped Beyonce attain to a level of success that many little girls dream of daily? Let Queen Bey’s own words give you that very answer. Here are 15 Beyonce quotes that are sure to inspire you to be flawless!

“If everything was perfect, you would never learn and you would never grow.”

“I can never be safe; I always try and go against the grain. As soon as I accomplish one thing, I just set a higher goal. That’s how I’ve gotten to where I am.”

“I think it’s healthy for a person to be nervous. It means you care- that you work hard and want to give a great performance. You just have to channel that nervous energy into the show.”

“I’m a human being and I fall in love and sometimes I don’t have control of every situation.”

“Power means happiness; power means hard work and sacrifice.”

“When you love and accept yourself, when you know who really cares about you, and when you learn from your mistakes, then you stop caring about what people who don’t know you think.”

“Whenever I’m confused about something, I ask God to reveal the answers to my questions, and he does.”

“I wanted to sell a million records, and I sold a million records. I wanted to go platinum; I went platinum. I’ve been working nonstop since I was 15. I don’t even know how to chill out.”

“I mean, I feel like you get more bees with honey. But that doesn’t mean I don’t get frustrated in my life.”

“One of the reasons I connect to the Super Bowl is that I approach my shows like an athlete.”

“I always try to be myself. Ever since I was an introverted kid, I’d get on stage and be able to break out of my shell.”

“I know I’m stronger in the songs than I really am. Sometimes I need to hear it myself. We all need to hear those empowering songs to remind us.”

“If he invited you out, he’s got to pay.”

“My focus is my art, and that’s what I love to do. I have to be really passionate in order to do something. I’ve turned down many things that I just didn’t believe in.”

“We all have our imperfections. But I’m human, and you know, it’s important to concentrate on other qualities besides outer beauty.”

There you have it dolls, fifteen sayings by Beyonce, now go pump her jams and get going on living your dreams!

Beauty

Kerry Washington Named OPI’s First Creative Ambassador For 2016

Arianne Suggs December 15, 2015December 15, 2015Leave a Comment

Actress Kerry Washington has some big beauty news today! For 2016 Kerry Washington has been named the Creative Ambassador of the highly successive nail lacquer brand, OPI. This is the first time that the brand has had an ambassador position which makes this beauty move even more momentous.

Kerry Washington has used her fashionable and trendy style before when the Scandal inspired couture line was launched. Also, since 2013 Kerry has been a creative consultant for Neutrogena. Now Washington is bringing her chic influence to the OPI family. For 2016 Kerry will be designing her own nail polish collection incollaboration with OPI Creative Director, Suzi Weiss-Fischmann, which will no doubt fly off the shelves. Therefore, if any ladies out there have hopes of reflecting Olivia Pope into their personal style next year you will get your chance!

For a few days now fans have been weighing in on Washington’s inking a deal with OPI. Here are just a few of their comments:

OMG!

We need a shopping trip!

Our two favorite things!! Kerry and OPI

Wanna guess what I just added to my Christmas list? Haha

Listen this here is going to be epic. I can’t wait to see the collections that’s gonna come out of this partnership. Great move OPI

Kerry Washington herself has had some thoughts on her new beauty job. Washington by all accounts seems happy to be and excited on getting her creative juices flowing in order to create some timeless nail shades. Kerry stated,

“This is going to be a lot of fun. I’m looking forward to testing out new colors on the red carpet. The fun, for me, is that nail lives in the crossover space between fashion and beauty. I love to play with nail color on the red carpet and explore new shades.”

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Fashion

Ciara Totes Coach Mercer Bag Spring 2016

Arianne Suggs December 15, 2015December 15, 2015Leave a Comment

Sassy Ciara is already getting a head start on spring 2016 fashion and trends. Ciara posted a photo for her fans showcasing Coach’s Mercer Bag for Spring 2016. The bag is perfect for a busy, businesswoman who needs a little extra room to house the day’s necessities.

Like Ciara we absolutely love the color choice of Coach’s 2016 bag which falls right in line with the year’s colors. Moreover, the pretty blue tint is a very fresh use of spring’s usual light, airy shades. What do you think of Ciara’s Coach Spring 2016 handbag, would you rock it?

Fashion

Congolese Cultural Creations

Arianne Suggs December 14, 2015December 14, 2015Leave a Comment

**Formal fashion gown by Kapy Bash Mode collection.**

Contributing cultural fashions to New York Fashion Week is always welcomed in a city of cultural diversity. During market week in September, African elegance arrived at New York’s Plaza Hotel. The Kapy Bash Mode collection debuted in a collective showcase of international presenters to an audience of style enthusiast, fashion influencers and media makers. Kapy Bash Mode offers African ethnic gowns that are inspired by cultures from the Democratic Republic of the Congo. The Kapy Bash Mode uses liputa, ankara, french lace, bazin, satin and linen fabrics. There is a soon to debut resort line of acrylic swimwear fashions and ankara boxer shorts for men. The creator, Kapinga Bashala has been designing for the Kapy Bash Mode brand for twenty-six years. She has designed custom gowns for television personalities, government dignitaries, pageants and bridal parties.

“There are many negative misconceptions about African cultures and lifestyle. Contemporary African fashion are demystifying the negative stereotypes. With each ethnic gown I create, I share an experience of Congolese’s cultural decadence with the world.” explains Kapinga.

With her busy schedule, Kapinga still finds time to be philanthropic by helping to fund educational programs for underprivileged children in the Dem. Rep. of Congo. Kapinga also helps misfortunate Congolese women develop fundamental skills for starting a small business. A percentage of KBM’s online proceeds goes to fund the charity ‘Kapy Bash for Mothers and Children’. Sharing culture through fashions not only helps others experience unique heritage, it helps preserve heritage through collective economics. Now that is a sustainable trend that is always in style.

Hair

Black Hair Trends Winter 2015

Arianne SuggsUpdated on December 10, 2015December 10, 2015Leave a Comment

Fashion isn’t just about the clothes; hair plays a crucial role in your overall look and appearance. Whether you are always on the go or a fashionista of leisure a bad hair day must be kept at bay at all times. Therefore, what are the hair trends that are perfect for winter?

Hair Trend #1 Look no further than the always classic chignon aka “Bun.” The bun found its way onto numerous runways and stole all the shows. What’s great about the bun is that it can be styled quickly, is a hair protector, doesn’t have to look perfect and can work for night or daytime looks. By the looks of Karreuche Tran this is definitely a win-win in the hair department. Add even more drama to the look by utilizes braids or twists like Tran.

Hair Trend #2 If clothes can look great with a vintage touch, then why not also our hair? Audra Day demonstrates how glamorous retro styled hair can look by incorporating a scarf. Hairbands and scarves have been all the rage during spring/summer runway collections.

Hair Trend #3 The 70’s are back! Well, when it comes to hair that is; big hair is a huge trend and what better way to showcase that than a gorgeous shaped bob. Shout out to Lupita Nyong’o and the beautiful full hair she rocked at this her shoot for Rhapsody. The hair is a nice modern take on the Afro, with hair maintaining volume but has been straightened with blunt ends. Groovy!

Hair Trend #4 If all else fails, take a page from Supermodel Naomi Campbell who proves silky down-to-there hair is a stunning, picture-perfect hairstyle. A simple middle part is all you need to look classy and elegant.

Fashion

Instafashion: Taraji P. Henson’s Chic LBD

Arianne Suggs December 7, 2015December 7, 2015Leave a Comment

To instantly see celebrities’ fiery ensembles just take a quick trip down the digital catwalk better known as Instagram. We spied out this little black dress number adorned by the beautiful Taraji P. Henson for White Hot Holidays. White Hot Holidays is a FOX network special that will air this Wednesday at 9/8c. The televised event is hosted by Empire superstars Taraji P. Henson and Terrence Howard.

Rehearsals for WHH are underway and Henson’s head-to-toe look truly burned it up style wise. In a photo originally posted by James Bolden, Henson poses in a LBD showing off her gams and hints of her insane physique. She completes the look with pointed toe heels and red hot nail color. Holden captioned the chic pic, “Something Short to Start The Night Off!!! #WhiteHotHoliday @tarajiphenson #jsnbldnstyleteam.” If that was the goal then it was definitely achieved!

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Hair

Lil Mama’s New Gray Hair Look!

Arianne Suggs December 7, 2015December 7, 2015Leave a Comment

Hip hop artist Lil Mama is back with new music and she has a brand new look to go with it! Lil Mama is no stranger to hair color for the daring diva has even rocked strands brighter than the Emerald City. Nevertheless, Mama’s new recent photoshoot shows her going all granny style and we love it on her.

The gray hair look took the the hair world by storm and is still making believers out of many women the world over. However, as any hair color enthusiast knows that going gray is not exactly simple. Hair that is a naturally a darker tint can literally be fried trying to make the gray dream a reality. This is has not slowed stylists down at all because where there is a wig there is a way!

Celebrity hair stylist, Cynthia Alvarez, worked Lil Mama’s hair magic during the shoot using Pravana hair color. Pravana has gorgeous silver and ash tones available in order to create a stunning gray hair look. Lil Mama’s hairstyle included super dark roots with the rest of the strands being given the pastel touch. What do you think of Lil Mama’s new look, are you feeling it?

Photoshoot Details:

Makeup: Deney Adam

Styling: Sharif Jackson

Creative Director: Derek Auguste aka Derek FKA Jamel Prodigy

Cool Factor: Lil Mama’s Take Me Back Mixtape is set to drop December 18th.

Beauty

Late Night Beauty Call: Fantasia

Arianne Suggs December 5, 2015December 5, 2015Leave a Comment

As soon as we saw this gorgeous photo, all of our jaws dropped clear to the floor! Fantasia, excuse us Mrs. Taylor if you follow her on the gram, looked like a bag of money with eyelashes popping, eyebrows fleeking and lips on one like what! Truth Is we want to steal her look A to the S with an AP.

There was so much to love about this makeup look including how understated it is, yet still manages to exude drama. One thing that can always seem to bring a makeup application down is a lack of blending. However, Fantasia’s makeup was blended to perfection giving her an overall flawless look. Moreover, besides not having a blemish in sight we loved the hints of well-placed highlighter that made her glow like the queen’s Crown Jewels. Whew! Fantasia girl, you better work!

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