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When it comes to fitness, some workout to improve their health, while others seek to transform their outward appearance. There are no wrong reasons for getting fit; so then, either way, it’s all for the best. Therefore, why not look your best while exercising to reach your goals and impress?

H&M has designed a sportswear collection for the warmer months that will definitely make you feel like one stylish athlete. With the color palette and inclusion of sports bras, running shorts, lightweight jackets as well as pants you are sure to find an item that will suit your fitness lifestyle and needs. Besides great workout attire, H&M’s campaign stars gorgeous Dominican model, Arlenis Sosa, who looks amazing! Happy Friday and enjoy the photos.

Fashion

Brit Awards 2014 Fashion Trend: Bold Colors and Accessories

Alicia SuggsUpdated on February 20, 2014February 20, 2014Leave a Comment

Everyone has their own sense of style, but that doesn’t seem to stop a common theme from developing amongst stars. We noticed starlets being unafraid to include bold tints via shoes, bags as well as belts in their fashions. Adding bold shades to your wardrobe is the simplest way to update your look, making it more fresh.

Rebecca Ferguson Is Yellow Mellow

Lianne La Havas At The Brit Awards Tangerine Reigns Supreme

Laura Mvula Cool in Blue

Aluna Francis Pretty in Pink

Beauty

Tom Ford Spring 2014 Color Collection

Alicia SuggsUpdated on February 11, 2014February 11, 2014Leave a Comment

Ladies, it is a Tom Ford affair and we want to be apart of the makeup revolution. Tom Ford’s Spring 2014 Collection has finally hit the states (woot, woot) and will be released internationally beginning in the month of March. The collection is all about effortless beauty boasting eight new Sheer Lip Colors as well as four new Nail Lacquer shades. Indulge your beauty senses and grab attention with this collection’s range of tints including nudes, vibrant pinks, corals and red shades. Get your hands on the Tom Ford makeup line available now at Nordstrom.

Ad Campaigns and Fashion Editorials

Karen Walker Spring 2014 Ad Campaign

Alicia SuggsUpdated on February 11, 2014February 11, 2014Leave a Comment

If you are a lover of sunglasses then you will be blown away by the designs of Karen Walker for her spring 2014 collection. What artistry does Karen display for spring 2014? Large frames, bold colors and even leopard animal print permeate the design flavor of Walker’s collection for this season.

Nevertheless, what is even more exciting about this line of accessories is the pairing between Walker with artisans from the country of Kenya. Thanks to the United Nations’ ITC Ethical Fashion Initiative, Karen was connected with a group of Kenyan artisans that added their very own flair of fashion to the collection. Together these talented and stylish women were able to design and produce an unique line of embellished pouches that will be included with each pair of frames purchased.

This clearly demonstrates that amazing fashion can be found in any place of the world. It is a joy to see the compilation of hard work and construction of fabulous accessories by this group of women. Enjoy the photos of Karen Walker’s spring 2014 collection which are modeled by the artisans themselves.

Hair

Hair Trends: New York Spring Fashion Week 2014

Alicia SuggsUpdated on February 11, 2014February 11, 2014Leave a Comment

Jasmine Tookes Photographed at Jill Stuart

When it comes to your hair this spring think fresh and slightly wavy. During New York Fashion Week for spring 2014 model’s locks were given the rocker-chic wave treatment. When styling at home think beach-y, wind-blown wavy hair instead of a strong curl pattern.

Beauty

Remove Eye Makeup With Coconut Oil

Alicia SuggsUpdated on February 10, 2014February 10, 2014Leave a Comment

Beauty Quickie- Coconut oil is not just an amazing natural remedy for hair, it also doubles as an useful beauty product. The skin surrounding the eye is very delicate and needs to be handled with care. When removing eye makeup, use coconut oil to completely as well as gently take off your stylish cosmetics.

Beauty

Alleviate Headaches By Consuming Water

Alicia Suggs February 5, 2014February 5, 2014Leave a Comment

Did you know that one of the main causes of headaches is dehydration? Drinking plenty of water may be the solution to healing or even preventing a headache. Some other natural remedies include: walking, avoiding caffeine and consuming honey at mealtime. Partaking of honey at each of your meals is beneficial since honey contains minerals (potassium/magnesium) which will help relax arteries as well as allow more blood to flow to the brain.

Hair

2014 Super Bowl Party Hair Profile: Mary J. Blige

Alicia Suggs February 3, 2014February 3, 2014Leave a Comment

Mary J. Blige has been a fashion icon as well as hair trendsetter for over two decades and is still making us applaud her amazing style. Mary hit the red carpet at Shape magazine and Men’s Fitness Super Bowl XLVIII party in NYC’s luxurious Cipriani 42nd Street location. Blige’s signature blonde tresses were fashioned in a modern, side-swept bob. Lookin’ good Mary, you are looking real good.

Photos by Mireya Acierto and Tyler Kaufman/Getty Images

Hair

How Men View Black Women With Natural Hair?

Lori Lane January 30, 2014January 30, 2014Leave a Comment

So many black women seem to be wondering how men will react after they transition to natural hair. Will they still get attention from men? Will other women have a negative reaction? This is an …

Hair

Red Carpet-Ready Natural Hair Updo Inspired by Teyonah Parris

Lori Lane January 29, 2014January 29, 2014Leave a Comment

Looking for a new hairdo. Get this glamorous hairstyle inspired by Teyonah Parris. Teyonah is one of the latest additions to the critically acclaimed cast of AMC’s hit show MAD MEN. Currently, she is in …