Thursday, February 16, 2012

Swim into Fashion!

The style of swimming





Spring Break and Summer 2012 is coming around pretty quick and many college students will be heading to the beach with thier newly toned bodies, but the only thing missing will be a fashionable swimsuit! Here are a couple trends to look for when purchasing a new bathing suit!



Sunday, February 12, 2012

Whitney Houston... We Will Always Love You




I am deeply deeply saddened by the news that was announced all over the world last night that the beautifully talented legend and icon Whitney Houston passed away. Its been hard to take in the passing of other great legends in the music business, but this truly hits home. I remember being about the age of two or three singing all around the house, along with my mother, pretending to be Whitney. Her voice was amazing, and her ability to give a memorable performance on stage or in a movie was simply effortless. This news has stunned everyone, not only in the music industry, but also her loving fans, her daughter Bobbi Christina, her mother, and all of her family and friends. My thoughts and prayers go out to them. Really wish I had the opportunity to meet her, but although this is a great loss, its for certain she's in a better place.
I will always love you, we the world will always love you.
May you Rest In Peace, as your music, your legacy, will forever live on. 

-AB


Friday, February 10, 2012

Black History Month: 6 Black Designers in 2011's Fall NYFashionWeek

New York Fashion Week sets the stage for American (and a few international) designers, ranging from all the well-known designers to the upcoming ones, to be celebrated for their latest collections. The press always writes about and photographs the runway collections for newspapers, magazines, internet and television so the general public can see what is going on in fashion. However, recently, there has been a notable lack of color at the shows. These six  black designers whose talent and skill will make us proud during the upcoming New York Fashion Week:


Tracy Reese


Tracy has evolved as a designer while staying true to her romantic silhouettes and floral prints.

Stephen Burrows


Stephen Burrows is back and better then ever revamping his image after defining the look of the 70s.

Sammy B Designs


Samantha Black designs are creative, bold, and stylish. She makes clothing for women who “dibble and dabble in different areas of clothing mixing and matching.” 

Mychael Knight


Project Runway favorite Mycheal Knight has grown to define his look as a designer, making a comfortable but yet endearing ware for a confident customer. 


Dpipertwins


Danielle and Chantelle Dwomoh-Piper’s line Dpipertwins is for the woman who likes to look sassy and tasteful, capturing attention every time she enters a room.

Laquan Smith


"One of the most celebrated black designers of his generation (afterall, he did get the Vogue seal of approval), Laquan Smith continues to create inspired and imaginative pieces that make a bold statement. We can’t wait to see him reach another level of success and creativity with his latest offering."


New Popular Trends for 2012?



The braided hairstyles have been around for quite a while now, but has just recently gotten its popularity as a new trend that started late Fall of 2011 and can now be consisedered the "must do" hairstyle for 2012. Braided Hairstyles have been seen in runnways/fashion shows, magazines, and also by celebrities.

I can't get enough of this look! I always like trying different styles on my hair and this happens to be one of my favorite hair styles! Hopefully this trend will last throughout the year...But even if it doesn't, I would still rock it!





















Thursday Nights... Are The Braxton's Night





Braxton Family Values airs every Thursday night at 10pm on We Tv. I recently just got into watching the show just to see what it was it about, and after only watching a few reruns of it I happened to love it! The Braxton sisters consists of Toni Braxton (middle), who is very well known and has accomplished such a huge success in her singing career, Tamar Braxton (far right), Tracy Braxton (blue dress), Trina Braxton (second on the left), and Tawanda Braxton (far left). These sisters hold nothing back on the show. They give you the good, the bad, and the ugly of their personal lives. If you're looking for entertainment on a Thursday night, Tune In!

"The Vow".. Perfect Movie To See Just In Time For Valentine's Day



The movie The Vow hits theaters February 10th, what can kind of be considered as Valentine's day weekend. The movie stars the handsome Channing Tatum and rising actress Rachel McAdams. 


The Vow is based on the true story of a newly married couple recovering from an accident that puts the wife in a coma. When she wakes up from the accident she has severe memory loss and can't remember any of her life with her new husband... so he has to fight to win her heart all over again.


I can't wait to see it!

Monday, February 6, 2012

Naomi Campbell for Harpers Bazzar She Still has It!

Our Favorite Looks From the Screen Actors Guild Awards






BEST: She may not be the best known actress from 'The Help,' but Ahna O'Reilly sure found a red-hot way to stand out on the SAG red carpet.


Ahna O'Reilly , and actress from "The Help" made herself well known by showing up on the red carpet in a gorgeous red, back out dress. If the public did not know her before, they definiely know who she is now!