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Ask and Tell: Kerry Washington Wearing Alice and Olivia Beatles Collection

Arianne SuggsUpdated on January 31, 2018January 31, 2018Leave a Comment

The Item: Scandal actress Kerry Washington Wearing Alice and Olivia Beatles Collection. The stunning beauty was spotted in the woman empowering brand while walking the streets of Los Angeles, California.

You Asked: Kerry looks so cute and happy in this pic. And that jacket is right up my alley! So just wondering where I can get it from and how much it is? Would be cool to have if its not a huge amount of money.

Ask and Tell: Kerry Washington Wearing Alice and Olivia Beatles Collection

The Verdict: We appreciate your fashionable question! Kerry is rolling in these streets in the Alice and Olivia Beatles Collection. The fashion label states that the jacket you love from the collection was inspired by, “[The] Me Too (movement) and the amazing way it brought women together in such a supportive way. When we show solidarity; when we work together; and when we come together we can make great things happen.”

The collection Kerry is wearing not only includes the super cute, sparkling bomber which reads “Come Together” but has other items with famous Beatles lines and memories. Such as a dress depicting the band famously walking across a street as well as a “All You Need Is Love” tee. Nevertheless, let’s zero in on the bomber.

Online it is called the Alice and Olivia Lonnie Embellished Silk Bomber Jacket. You can get it from retailer, Neiman Marcus. It retails for $795.

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Ask and Tell: Angela Bassett Black Panther Press Day in Kutula Couture

Arianne Suggs January 30, 2018January 30, 2018Leave a Comment

The Item: Angela Bassett Black Panther Press Day look from African retailer, Kutula. The press event took place in Los Angeles, California.

You Asked: There are no words. I was so excited on Tom Cruise’s page to see she is going to be in MI:6 and now this! Two days in a row! I loved her yellow outfit but now this African look is so everything.

I know you guys are busy, but if you can let me know who’s she wearing I will love y’all forever. Thanks and appreciate you getting back to me so quickly.

Ask and Tell: Angela Bassett Black Panther Press Day in Kutula Couture

The Verdict: Thank you for the message and yes, plan on seeing plenty of Angela all 2018! Nevertheless, let’s get to the task at hand, the fashion. For the Black Panther Press Day, Bassett was dressed by black celebrity wardrobe stylist, Jennifer Austin.

Austin styled Angela in a gorgeous DENT de MAN SS16 pant suit sold by Kutula by Africana. Kutula is a retail fashion shop that is based in Windsor Hills, California. The boutique is the premiere African retailer in Los Angeles. Furthermore, Bassett accessorized her ensemble with shoes by Casadei; along with Nzinga Drop Hoops (Nzinga was an African ruler) by MOMBASA which retail for $80.

Oh and those stunning rings? Bassett is wearing up and coming designer, Mary Samantha Philip’s Ramonda Goddess Ring for Darrell Roach Jewelry. Also, she stuns in second ring by jewels artist, Douriean.

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Ask and Tell: Lupita Nyong’o Black Panther Press Conference in Mary Katrantzou

Arianne Suggs January 30, 2018January 30, 2018Leave a Comment

The Item: The Lupita Nyong’o Black Panther Press Conference printed dress ensemble. Actress and Oscar winner, Lupita Nyong’o and the rest of the cast’s conference for the press took place in Los Angeles, California on January 30th.

You Asked: Loved her purple dress for the premiere! I saw that you guys had said she was wearing Versace so I assumed you would know what she is wearing today. I just think her print dress she is wearing is cute and fun.

She is like that meme, get you a girl that can do both! Anyway, can you guys please let me know the designer? Thank you and keep the posts coming!

Ask and Tell: Lupita Nyong’o Black Panther Press Conference in Mary Katrantzou

The Verdict: Our pleasure and we agree, Miss Nyong’o stuns a crowd whether she is on a red carpet or at a daytime event! For the Black Panther press conference Lupita was styled by celebrity fashion stylist, Micaela Erlanger. Erlanger dressed Lupita in a right off the runway design by Mary Katrantzou. The garment is from the fashion label’s Spring 2018 RTW (ready to wear) collection. The brand refers to the look as the Mary Katrantzou fit and flare dress.

The dress is designed with a “nautical” youthful flair. It comes complete with Vichy checks spliced with scuba detailing.

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Beauty Insider: MAC Studio Waterweight Collection -Available Now

Arianne SuggsUpdated on January 30, 2018January 30, 2018Leave a Comment

MAC Cosmetics just hit us with another fab release! The MAC Studio Waterweight collection is for the person who wants to bring sexy back, naturally. If you wish to deviate a bit from heavy contour and highlighting then you will absolutely love this new line.

What’s all in it? The collection boasts a new foundation, pressed powder as well as concealer. Here is a quick cheat sheet about MAC Studio Waterweight; like shade range along with pricing details. Nevertheless, never forget that MAC often has price variations according to the region you live in. So then, use the following numbers as a base, but hit up the online store to ensure you know the correct price. Here we go:

Studio Waterweight Powder/Pressed (11 shades) $36.00
Studio Waterweight Concealer (16 shades) $23.00
Studio Waterweight SPF 30 Foundation (23 shades) $35.00

Beauty Insider: MAC Studio Waterweight Collection

Alright, now that we know what the collection consists of, it is natural to wonder: what all can it do? Buying makeup because it looks good is only half the battle, consumers also just want a slew of beauty benefits period. MAC has worked on this latest collection and recently spilled a large amount of details. In regards to the MAC Studio Waterweight collection the cosmetics brand explains,

“The Mac studio waterweight collection includes a concealer, foundation and pressed powder. Offering lightweight coverage that feels like your own skin. Finally perfect the ‘no make up’ make up look! The Mac studio waterweight collection is ultra hydrating and gravity defying now with even more options.

The Mac studio waterweight concealer provides buildable coverage in an ultra fluid formula. With the dropper applicator, you can use as much or as little of the max studio waterweight concealer as you need with perfect precision. Starting with an even skin tone allows you to take your more adventurous make up looks to new heights! The Mac studio waterweight concealer comes in 16 shades so you can get it just right.

The new concealer from the collection feels as light as a cloud and provides as much coverage as you crave. Moreover, it hydrates and gently diffuses the appearance of imperfections and helps reduce the appearance of under eye circles, dark spots and discoloration.

Lastly, the Mac studio waterweight pressed powder provides creamy yet elastic coverage with a Cashmere soft finish. Pair it with the foundation and concealer and you’re all set! The foundation offers sheer medium coverage and has SPF 30. Chat with an artist at www.maccosmetics.com to learn more.”

Sounds like MAC is helping to usher in the “au natural” trend. The collection is available now and you can locate in stores as well as online. Happy shopping loves!

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Beautiful Black Women: Teyana Taylor for Oyster Magazine

Arianne Suggs January 29, 2018January 29, 2018Leave a Comment

And beauty was her name. Our girl TT is looking stunning as ever as she once again kills it as a cover girl! We spied with our fashion eye Teyana Taylor for Oyster Magazine and we are here for her new editorial look!

Beautiful Black Women: Teyana Taylor for Oyster Magazine

We guess blondes do have more fun. Right off the bat we noticed a change in tresses. Fitness guru and R&B singer, Teyana Taylor said goodbye to her short jet black pixie cut and hello to bangs with a fun blonde hue.

While we love us some Teyana with barely there hair; we have to say that this hair color suits her just as perfectly. Nevertheless, for the Oyster mag story it isn’t about Taylor’s fabulous unique style. In the issue, Teyana tells all about her journey through motherhood since having her adorable little girl, Junie. The celebrity mommy reveals that mommy hood has indeed changed her. She says,

“I go harder of course; I [also] don’t play games nor do I take [stuff] from anybody. I have more important things to live for and that’s Junie.”

Fashion Notes: She’s walked runways… of course this couture maven wears designer! For her Oyster cover Teyana wears a garment by JACQUEMUS. For the shoot, Teyana was styled by New York City based fashion stylist, Tess Herbert. Photography by June Canedo.

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Editor Makeup Obsession: Lust MatteTrance Full Blooded Lipstick by Pat McGrath

Arianne SuggsUpdated on January 29, 2018January 29, 2018Leave a Comment

It’s noon somewhere. Wine tone lip color is back and ready to unleash all of its sultry flurry! One lipstick product we are currently living for is by renown makeup artist, Pat McGrath. The Lust MatteTrance Full Blooded lipstick is an enchanting and eye-catching hue. Have you seen it?

Editor Makeup Obsession: Lust MatteTrance Full Blooded Lipstick by Pat McGrath

Ready to put onlookers in a trance? Pat McGrath describes her Lust MatteTrance in Full Blooded lip color as “a lethally luxurious new deep wine shade.” Therefore, if you want a lipstick that is not shy and alluring this is your new best makeup friend!

Want to give it a try? The Lust MatteTrance Full Blooded lipstick retails for $38. If wine isn’t your thing, the lustful lip collection comes in a total of 9 glamorous shades. So then, you are sure to find a tone that suits you and your lips best.

Two reasons to give in to a deep wine lip color:

1. Drama Class– The color is bold, daring and a star all on its own. With a lippie this dramatic you are bound to stand out. Plus, the rest of your makeup can be more muted or understated; which saves you time and requires less overall makeup face design.

2. Oh the Flattery Darling– If you have a darker skin tone then you will love this shade! It’s flattering and will actually show up. Some lip hues just do not pass the swatch test. However, a nice wine tint is universally a great color for dark skin women. Score!

Nevertheless, when it comes to dark lipsticks many wonder if lip liner is still required. It depends, some lipstick formulas can be a little messy. So then, if they spill over the lip line it is quite noticeable because of it being such a festive shade.

To combat this, one would want to line their lips first before applying any lip color. The lining basically becomes like a little fence. It will help keep any lipstick product from running away all over your face and help it last a bit longer.

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SPOTTED: Yara Shahidi Newest Aerie Real Role Model

Arianne SuggsUpdated on January 25, 2018January 25, 2018Leave a Comment

Clothing brand, Aerie, is saying a big fat N-O to body shaming and negative body image. The fashion label is promoting real girl power with the implementation of the Aerie Real movement. Best of all? One of the most amazing members of Young Hollywood has signed on! So official… Freeform’s Grown-Ish Yara Shahidi Newest Aerie Real Role Model!

SPOTTED: Yara Shahidi Newest Aerie Real Role Model

What is this new movement? Well, for years the fashion industry as come under fire for utilizing images of mainly one body type/shape in order to sell their designs. Additionally, magazine photo-retouching has also hit the guillotine for claims of making young women feel less than pleased with their bodies.

Nevertheless, this backlash has lead to positive changes. Models in some places are not allowed to be underweight and many designers have presented collections using curvaceous models. Furthermore, Aerie is seeking to do their part to help their consumers feel confident and simply great. Aerie explains,

“We are taking the Aerie Real movement to the next level, and you’re coming with us! No retouching. Body positivity. Girl power.

Introducing Aerie Real Role Models! Joining our original role model in body positive after this Iskra is singer-songwriter Rachel Platten, actress Yara Shahidi and gold medal gymnast Aly Raisman. Each of these amazing women inspires us, just like each of you inspires us and empowers those around you every single day.

Therefore, this is women supporting women; this is empowerment. This is Aerie Real!”

Yara Shahidi Newest Aerie Real Role Model

Why Yara? For the Aerie brand the choice was a total no-brainer. In a recent statement the brand revealed all beginning with a quote from the actress, stating,

“‘I love supporting movements that help perpetuate this idea of rising together.’ Yari Shahidi is an actress and thought leader. And her Gapyear before attending college, Yara is furthering her own creative projects and using her strong voice to support movements that matter. For increasing voter turnout in the 2018 midterms to empowering young people to get involved in social causes focus on human well-being.”

Yara also had a few thoughts on why she is happy to be apart of the Aerie family. She says,

“I stand for what I believe in. Excited to join Aerie as a new Aerie Real Role Model. Let’s keep empowering each other. Let’s continue to create spaces where we can be our authentic, real selves.”

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Beautiful Black Women: Naomi Campbell Covers Love Magazine Love 19

Arianne SuggsUpdated on January 23, 2018January 23, 2018Leave a Comment

It’s a celebration! The one and only Naomi Campbell Covers Love Magazine Love 19 issue which celebrates the notable girls and women of 2018. These ladies are game-changers, risk-takers, know how to be at the top of their game; and look darn good doing it!

Beautiful Black Women: Naomi Campbell Covers Love Magazine Love 19

Recently, supermodel Naomi Campbell expressed how much her newest cover meant to her. In regards to the Love 19 issue she says,

“This cover is significant to me, as not only am I wearing papa, Azzedine Alaia. I’m wearing Katie Eleanor Grand’s wedding dress which was custom-made for her by Papa. Thank you for letting me have the honor. The Love Magazine Love 19 is available January 24. Photographed by my boys Mert Alas and Marcus Piggott.”

Indeed, a touching tribute to a great couture designer! Nevertheless, Love magazine is just as excited about their upcoming edition’s release. The mag also shared a few thoughts on the issue as well as an exclusive quote made by Naomi. Love magazine reveals,

“It’s nearly here, love 19! Here’s the exceptional Naomi Campbell, photographed by Mert Alas and Marcus Piggott, wearing Katie Eleanor Grand’s custom-made Azzedine Alaia wedding dress.

‘I’ve had so many amazing, wonderful people in my life. Nelson Mandela, Azzedine Alaia- and maybe losing them has made me understand what path it is I need to take. I believe that they came into my life for reason and I think I understand the reason more than ever right now.’ Says Naomi on her especial relationship with the late Azzedine Alaia. Love 19 is on sale 24th of January!”

Naomi Campbell Covers Love Magazine Love 19

In fashion it literally takes a village. Many hands go into the creation and development of the stunning visuals you see online as well as within magazines. Here is a quick cheat sheet of the all star team behind Naomi Campbell‘s stunning cover!

Love Magazine Love 19 Editorial Details

Photography by Mert Alas and Marcus Piggott

Fashion Editor: Katie Eleanor Grand

Make up artistry by Charlotte Tilbury

Hairstyling by Marcia Lee

Casting by Anita Bitton

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Beauty Insider: NEW! Marc Jacobs Beauty Shameless Foundation

Arianne SuggsUpdated on January 23, 2018January 23, 2018Leave a Comment

If it doesn’t flex, we don’t want it! Marc Jacobs Beauty is about to drop a new makeup product that promises hydration, coverage, the Holy Grail and a formula with the ability to extend across a humongous amount of skin shades. Are you ready for a new foundation? Well, ready or not, here it comes: the brand new Marc Jacobs Beauty Shameless Foundation!

Beauty Insider: NEW! Marc Jacobs Beauty Shameless Foundation

The beauty industry is starting to finally get it. Women of color and women general want foundation that actually fits. Hues that look normal and natural; and Gawd forbid NOT ASHY!

For years, we have suffered and paid the price. Not just monetarily (because hey, this stuff can be expensive), but also the letdown of being stuck with a product that only looked good in a beauty store’s mirror and dimmed lighting. Can we get an amen?

Nevertheless, if you are as emotionally spent as so many others when it comes to foundation ; then there is some good news. There are new options on the way. Fenty Beauty is certainly leading the pack, but other luxury brands have also been working on some foundation solutions for the past couple of years. What’s on deck?

Marc Jacobs Beauty Shameless Foundation

Enter designer Marc Jacobs. A couple years ago the mastermind began working on Shameless, a foundation that would aim to truly fit multiple skin tones. The Marc Jacobs Beauty brand had this to say about their newest product:

“After two years of development and testing, Shameless features a completely new, broad range of 29 shades. Because of the coverage level, each shade is able to flex to fit multiple skin tones and undertones.

Show off your skin shamelessly. Introducing Shameless Youthful Look 24 hour Long Wear Foundation SPF 25 from Mark Jacobs Beauty!

Shameless gives skin a natural finish and coverage you’ll covet. [Seriously] buildable medium coverage with a natural finish. Shameless is great for dry skin because the formula is very hydrating. It contains snow mushroom, nature’s dupe for hyaluronic acid.

Self setting finish. Invisible SPF innovation. Youthful, only better. Introducing Shameless, the newest foundation for Marc Jacobs Beauty. 29 flexible shades available online globally February 9th.”

Beauty Insider: Marc Jacobs Beauty Shameless Foundation

Sounds promising. However, one thing really stuck out to us… what is snow mushroom? We asked around and our beauty expert friends as usual did not disappoint!

Okay, we are not going to sugar coat this at all. We’re just going to level with you, snow mushroom is basically fungus. Now the idea of placing fungi on your face may not be appealing, but after learning the benefits you might reconsider. A few benefits include:

Anti-Acne Properties
Hydration- Ability to lock water into the skin.
Skin Brightening
Reducing Redness
Anti-Aging
Calming Skin Irritation

With all those benefits, we gladly offer ourselves as tribute. So then, there you have it, the Marc Jacobs Beauty Shameless Foundation that not only stretches to fit skin tones; but, works to make skin more naturally beautiful. Get yours during February from Net-A-Porter.com.

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2018 SAG Awards Fashion Recap -Best Dressed of the Night!

Arianne SuggsUpdated on January 22, 2018January 22, 2018Leave a Comment

The 2018 SAG Awards was a fashion paradise! From the boys to the girls everyone came to shut the red carpet down. Did you see all the best dressed looks of the night? Well, we got them all, here is our 2018 SAG Awards Fashion Recap!

2018 SAG Awards Fashion Recap -Best Dressed of the Night

The Celebrity: Lupita Nyong’o

What They Wore: A dazzling gown from the Ralph & Russo Fall 2017 Couture Collection

The Celebrity: Tracee Ellis Ross

What They Wore: Ralph & Russo Gown accessorized with Jimmy Choo clutch as well as Christian Louboutin Shoes.

The Celebrity: Samira Wiley

What They Wore: A stunning Tadashi Shoji Spring 2018 RTW (ready to wear) dress accessorized with Le Vian Jewelry.

The Celebrity: Danielle Brooks

What They Wore: Gorgeous black and rouge gown designed by Marc Bouwer.

The Celebrity: Yara Shahidi

What They Wore: A noire custom design by Ralph Lauren.

The Celebrity: Mary J. Blige

What They Wore: Black and white couture gown by Jean-Louis Sabaj.

The Celebrity: Marsai Martin

What They Wore: Beautiful floor length rouge gown designed by Miri Couture.

The Celebrity: Niecy Nash

What They Wore: A festive green one gown with ruffle detailing designed by Julea Domani.

2018 SAG Awards Fashion Recap -Best Dressed of the Night (Cont.)

The Celebrity: Caleb McLaughlin

What They Wore: Representing the men well in fabulous ensemble incorporating Antonio Marras pants.

The Celebrity: Halle Berry

What They Wore: Sparkling design by Pamella Roland.

The Celebrity: Sydelle Noel

What They Wore: The Glow actress stunned in a yellow Leanne Marshall Gown from the Spring/Summer 2018 Collection.

The Celebrity: Susan Kelechi Watson

What They Wore: Brilliant cobalt blue frock designed by Rubin Singer.

The Celebrities: Faithe Herman and Lonnie Chavis

What They Wore: Faithe slays in an original House of Heim dress, while Lonnie Chavis looked dapper in Dolce and Gabbana.

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