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Zoolander 2 Vogue Editorial Starring Joan Smalls

Arianne Suggs February 5, 2016February 5, 2016Leave a Comment

In this editorial put together by Vogue, Derek Zoolander proves he is a really, really good looking model! We always love when a bit of humor can be reintroduced into the fashion world. Zoolander, the film that made the duck-face pose a mainstream staple is back with a hilarious sequel. Actors Ben Stiller and Owen Wilson began building hype for Zoolander 2 when they walked in the Valentino Fall 2015 runway show. Their unexpected Paris fashion show appearance set the tone of epic style moments to come.

The latest promotion includes a fashion spread in Vogue. Zoolander fiercely models with supermodels Joan Smalls, Jourdan Dunn and Gigi Hadid. The photos give us life and we can’t stop looking at them. Fan reaction to the Zoolander 2 editorial has been the same, here are a few:

“YESSSS”

“They Slay”

“This is amazing”

“Squad”

“This is for Vogue hahahaha I love it!”

“Why do I love everything about this?”

“This must be what it’s like to be really really good looking!”

“LOL slaying your thinking caps. Slay on slaya… Slay on!”

Yes, the photographs are fabulous and all models involved are slaying. Nevertheless, who is behind the camera is as important as who is in front of it to achieve such greatness. The Zoolander 2 photos were lensed by the iconic Annie Leibovitz. This is Derek Zoolander’s first Vogue cover (LOL).

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Beauty

India Westbrooks Flawless Turning 20 Photoshoot Makeup

Arianne SuggsUpdated on March 12, 2020February 3, 2016

India Love aka India Westbrooks has become famous for her fab style and sassy photo shoots. India Westbrooks helped start the trend of being “IG famous” and truly making a career from social media. She has now amassed a whopping 2 million fans and her influence is only growing. India Westbrooks and her fashionable sisters were even tapped to have their own show, The Westbrooks, on BET network which helped solidify them as an unstoppable family of strong businesswomen.

With a quick glance over her photos on the Gram it is clear that India is beautiful even without makeup, but of course we love when she decides to get a little more fancy with it. Recently, India Westbrooks was apart of a major photo shoot to help her celebrate leaving her teens behind and turning 20. Yes, it is hard to believe that India Westbrooks is only 20 years old given all that she has accomplished. Nevertheless, we have to face facts that one of our favorite baby girls from Instagram is all grown up. We’ll dive into her furry fashion for the shoot in an upcoming post but for now lets just talk cosmetics!

Get the Look

Want to get her flawless photo shoot look? India’s MUA (makeup artist) for the shoot revealed all; here is the turning 20 beauty cheat sheet:

FOUNDATION: Becca Cosmetics in Tan

BROWS: Anastasia of Beverly Hills Dip Brow in Chocolate

EYES: 350 Palette by Morphe

HIGHLIGHT: Tarte Cosmetics Creaseless Concealer in Tan Set With Translucent Powder by Laura Mercier

GLOW: Opal by Becca Cosmetics

LIPS: Anastasia of Beverly Hills Sunset Strip

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Hair

8 Black Celebrities Prove Blonde Hair Is Fun

Arianne SuggsUpdated on February 3, 2016February 3, 2016Leave a Comment

You have probably heard it time and time again that blondes have more fun. Maybe it is because blonde hair color is a bold tint for black hair or maybe it is just exciting to try out new hair colors. Nevertheless, our favorite celebrities can’t seem to get enough of the golden shade!

We have complied a list of 8 black celebrities to prove our point, but before we get into that we decided to give a little hair advice to help maintain blonde tinted hair. Color treated locks need to be handled gently and with great care in order to protect it from damage. Here are some tips:

Use heat styling tools on a lower heat setting to protect tresses that may be more fragile due to the coloring process.
The lightening/highlighting process is no joke, in-between salon visits treat hair with plenty of conditioning treatments to help strands rebuild from any damage.
Keep blonde color from growing dull by using a clarifying shampoo every few weeks.
Base your hair color on how much money and time you are willing to invest in order to maintain it.
Keep hair strong by using a strengthening spray formulated for color treated hair on a weekly basis.

Now what you have been waiting for, some blonde hair inspiration just in case you are on the fence about taking the blonde plunge.

Zendaya Coleman

Nicki Minaj

Beyonce Knowles

Crystal Westbrooks

Paloma Ford

Kat Graham

Fleur East

Laverne Cox

It is not only the girls who love the blonde hair, guys too are getting in on all the fun. Check out male model Michael Lockley to see what we mean!

Michael Lockley

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Hair

Kimble Beauty Bounce Back Curl Line

Arianne Suggs February 2, 2016February 2, 2016Leave a Comment

Need to put some bounce and vitality back into your curly tresses? Kimble Beauty Bounce Back Curl Line is the key to your having the hair of your dreams! The natural hair movement continues to propel black hair products forward with much momentum. Nevertheless, deciding to go au natural is only the first step in achieving to die for curls.

To truly have beautiful strands it is essential to use products that will make hair maintenance a cinch and actually do a great job. Celebrity hair stylist, Kim Kimble, understood the need for curly products that could refresh as well as nourish hair and developed the Kimble Beauty Bounce Back Curl Line. Kim Kimble can be trusted to give your tresses salon worthy results because major celebrities put their trust in her hands on a regular basis. Kimble’s celeb clients include: Beyonce, Zendaya Coleman, Nicki Minaj and Mary J. Blige.

So then, what can you expect from the Kimble Beauty Bounce Back Curl Line? Kim has developed four products to help your hair bounce back to all of its curly glory. The line includes: Curl Cream, Curl Revitalizer, Curl Conditioner and Liquid Curl Enhancer. Used in combination together these products will help to shape, moisturize, soften and keep frizz under control.

The Kimble Beauty Bounce Back Curl Line makes it possible to have salon curls in the comfort of your home. Look great and save money as well as time at the hair stylist with the help of these amazing products. Where can you go to get your hands on Kim Kimble’s line? Head on over to your local Sally’s Beauty Supply store or cruise on over to their website.

However, curlBOX has done it again and made cool black hair products more accessible. For the month of February you can get the Kimble Beauty Bounce Back Curl Line for just $25! Get your box while supplies last.

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Fashion

Splurge Vs. Steal – A New Pattern In Style

Arianne SuggsUpdated on February 4, 2016January 28, 2016Leave a Comment

Stiff, unappealing style is so 2015. This year festive, inviting print and patterns is the staple of the 2016 wardrobe. Pattern at times can leave some fashionistas feeling a little bit lost. Is this couture too much, are any of the prints or pattern clashing or can I make this look my own for less? The answer is yes, yes and again yes. How can you make spring your most fashionable season yet?

Liven up your look with new prismatic patterns! On-trend and stylish, this runway favorite will have everyone emulating your Spring style. Remember high-end looks do not have to come with the high-fashion price tag. Instead of pouring your savings into this season’s wardrobe, get the most-coveted styles and trends for a fraction of the price with select options from Joe B!

The Pants

The Shorts

The Dress

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Fashion

#OOTD: Earth Tones, Suede Vibes and Boho Feels

Arianne SuggsUpdated on February 4, 2016January 28, 2016Leave a Comment

Chanel Iman, Jourdan Dunn and Joan Smalls are just a few of the world’s major supermodels to rock earthy, boho couture. Moreover, music festival season will be upon us all in just a snap so now is the time to make sure you have your boho wardrobe stocked with voguish gems. For this look to work you have to be committed in wearing a full look or ensemble. What are our suggestions for getting boho right?

There is no better way to stay in style than to wear all your fashionable and trendy items from head to toe. Never be afraid to layer, when it comes to boho layering is actually your best friend. Whether you are heading to work or going out for some fun, always remember that natural hues will save your day. Wear them together or spread them out, the below Canyon River Blues, Covington and Metaphor essentials create the perfect outfit of the day!

Fashion Tip: Fringe vests are a definite fashion ‘do;’ keep the look from becoming costume-y by pairing it with a simple tee and skinny jeans.

Above items are available at Sears.com

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Beauty

RHOA’s Porsha Williams Slays LA For Celebrity Apprentice

Arianne SuggsUpdated on February 4, 2016January 28, 2016Leave a Comment

Welcome to Los Angeles Porsha, happy to have you! Williams who is always about her business has come to LA in order to partake in a new project which is to be led by a former governor of the great state of California. Porsha has been selected to join sixteen other celebrities on the revived Celebrity Apprentice television show. Hold tight entertainment lovers we will have more details on the show later today!

For now we want to focus on all the slayage Williams has blessed the Golden State with this morning. Porsha indulged in white couture and absolutely flawless makeup. Immediately we took note of her dazzling eyes that popped and shined as bright as her red hot career. Moreover, if you love sparkle but don’t want to look like you went too far with stolen pixie dust from a Disney princess try a more muted approach with a glitter lip. Not only will your lips look seductively kissable but you will add a tiny bit of drama to your makeup look without going overboard.

Love her full set of voluminous and lengthy eyelashes? For her big Celebrity Apprentice debut Porsha donned Lilly Lashes in Miami. Miami is part of Lilly Lashes’ 3-D Mink Lashes Collection and retails for $29.99. Get yours now before its too late at www.lillylashes.com.

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Fashion

Style Ambassador: The Military Vest X Denim

Arianne SuggsUpdated on February 4, 2016January 15, 2016Leave a Comment

Sometimes in the realm of fashion all it takes is one simple addition of an article of clothing to update a look for the better. Our Style Ambassador Carly demonstrates how to do this in one simple step. How did she channel her inner Beyonce and “upgrade” her denim? Carly leveled up her couture look with the help of military designed fashion. She revealed to us,

“Its a very playful outfit! Kept it really simple with my old jeans, but with a touch of military which in turn bought life to the outfit lol! Feels so new.”

There you have it gals with the help of a military style vest Carly took her ensemble from old to fresh and new! Instead of throwing away “older” fashions, try modernizing them with trendy pieces to give them new life!

Love color? Color is a simple method to add more flava and spark to your ensemble. Add bright accessories only if you wish to enjoy a more conservative look.

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Fashion

Lisa Bonet and Zoe Kravitz Star In 2016 Calvin Klein Campaign

Arianne SuggsUpdated on February 4, 2016January 14, 2016Leave a Comment

It was bring your daughter to work day… Or wait, maybe it was the other way around. Nope, just amazing casting for a new ad campaign for Calvin Klein. Zoe Kravitz and her forever beautiful mother Lisa Bonet are featured in the Calvin Klein 2016 jewelry + watches campaign.

The eye-catching advert captures a lovely mother/daughter moment as the two walk along a beach. Zoe and Lisa are all smiles and are photographed hand in hand. The silver jewelry worn by Kravitz is very modern and neoteric. The CK campaign’s tag line is “Life in the now” and begs the question, what does time mean to you?

The video which accompanies their one page ad shows the pair (Lisa & Zoe) laughing in a gorgeous cinematic way. The video also includes actor Will Peltz and his model girlfriend, Kenya Kinski-Jones along with a plethora of other models living precious Calvin Klein minutes. The entire campaign helps you to appreciate time and how you choose to keep up with it.

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Hair

Hair of the Week: Chanel Iman at W Mag “It Girl” Luncheon

Arianne SuggsUpdated on January 29, 2016January 13, 2016Leave a Comment

Supermodel Chanel Iman attended W Mag’s “It Girl” Luncheon this week and she certainly looked the part! Iman dazzled in a two-piece Jamie Lee white pearl and lace off the shoulder ensemble. She accessorized her sultry little number with Jewelmer Joaillerie Pearl earrings from the Charleston collection. However, it was more than just her ethereal attire that caught our eye.

To compliment her stylish couture Chanel Iman wore her strands as a true crown of glory. The genius behind Chanel Iman’s gorgeous mane, Peter Anthony Perez, revealed that the hairstyle included a “texture crown braid.” This elegant hair look works great day or night and is a perfect transitional style for the upcoming spring season.

Keep this style from looking stiff by allowing baby strands as well as wisps of hair to flow freely. We love this hairstyle because it is example of effortless glamour that does not overpower the fashion. They simply compliment each other, just as they should.

Are you feeling this hair look worn by Chanel Iman? Drop a comment down low and let us know!