Model of the Year Award..

Model Jordan Dunn has been re-vamping the fashion industry with her smooth coco brown skin and tall stature for the past years and making remarkable history at that. This England born native was discovered shopping with a friend in Primark. Soon after she signed with Storm Management in 2006 in London. The same year that she posed for Allure magazine, photographed by Michael Thompson,she was prized in 2007 as British Vogue.com as the "new star". In 2007 she walked in Alexander McQueen and Hermes show in Paris. While in February 2008 she became the first black model to walk in the runway show in ten years.Dunn recently won the 2008 Model of the Year award announced by the British Fashion Council. I'm proud that we are taking a step forward in giving public appreciation to diversity.


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Fall Hair Accessories

Fall Fabulously into the new season with a new take on your hair-do. Start a great innovative look by applying hair accessories into your fall wardrobe. With several designers catching on to the fabulous trend of applying hair applications, this look ends in a chic and simple elegance that adds an edge and quality. Try neutral colors of grays, browns, or blacks, which are very smooth and natty. This appears to be easy to work into your wardrobe anytime of the day. I personally think this is very vintage and fresh look at the same time. I'm a big fan of headbands with appliques of dark feathers with a touch of color to add a vibrant feel, along with ruby overbearing embellished rings. ( that's a whole different topic in itself. ) You can find these darlings online at several retailers worldwide.


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Tracey Reese RTW ....

TRACEY REESE RTW 2008...

Though Winter 2008 is coming amongst us, designer Tracey Reese is already blooming on the anticpated Spring 2008 runway with her vibrant colors of jade and necterine and airy fabrics of chiffon and soft silks. This season she is dressing her women in soft silhouettes that are sultry and feminine with it's clean lines, soft emphasises on the waist and sweet heart necklines that I happen to be a huge fan of. I love the applications of appliques among her many designs and soft layering in her dresses that are yet detailed and comfortable for an evening out as well. Spring designs sre anticipated to be a very fun one, filled with bold colors and soft silhouettes.
Much awaits us all.


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2009 Victoria Secret's Fashion Show

VICTORIA'S SECRET....


Its about that time of the year again, and it's not just about Thanksgiving. The 2009 Victoria's Secret fashion show has made it's annual mark once again, as it's super sexy, sassy bedroom hair-ed, and gorgeously bronzed skinned models made their way on the phenomenal catwalk in Miami, FL this past week. Models Heidi Klum, Adriana Lima, and Ebanks hit the runway while premiering the latest sexiest lingerie in the world. Along with celebrity guest that flew in for the big event, Usher, Kim and Kourtney Kardashian, Gabrielle Union and many more were all smiles for the press. Usher had the pleasure of performing for the show and looked extremely pleased to be amoungst the models as they strutted their signature walks on the runway. That's not where all the festivites ended for the night. It's seems that things were just getting started at the after party at LIV Club in downtown Miama with A-list guest that accompanied the event. For one of the most ancipated fashion shows on television I'm sure the viewers will not be let down. The Victoria Secret's Show will be premiring on CBS December 3,2008.


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Makeup Trends of 2008

Make Me Up 2008 Trends....

Makeup is a way for women to express their individual artistic persona without the components of clothing. Whatever you may prefer I incorporated some great fashion makeup trends for this season. I picked two of my favorite makeup looks that alters from lips, and eyes. For Lips, try berry stained lips. Very 40's inspired, with a neutral eye, which will attract all the attention to the lip. How to wear it: For this look its important to draw attention to the lips and not look overdone. For the eye go for a neutral blend of browns and creamy colors and less color. This look will look perfect for an evening outing, as not so much for a day event.

For Eyes I chose a Smokey eye which is very sultry and sexy. My favorite eye application for a nice outing with my friends. How to wear it: Its important to make your eyes the focal point if you go for this look; either pale pink or neutral lips help to do this. It's okay to experiment with other colors as well with blues, and purples which are big for winter fashion 2008 eye wear. This look is perfect for a night event, but a day event will work just as well. By just adding soft colors to the black shadow to soften up the eye. Try a nude lip, and colors like gold,brown, or soft pink on the eye to add a airy feminine touch.


I hope these suggestions will get fashionista's to step
outside the box to explore a more glamorous feel
on fashion. Happy reading.




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Beyonce Graces V Magazine

Beyonce, aka known as Sasha Fierce, graces the #56 edition to V Magazine Winter 2008 issue. She sits down to discuss her album, and who Sasha Fierce really is. The beauty states," When I'm on stage. I’m aggressive and strong and not afraid of my sexuality. The tone of my voice gets different, and I’m fearless. I’m just a different person. It’s a way for me to differentiate what I do onstage from who I really am. It’s a way for me to not lose myself, to keep my life in perspective, because it’s really hard sometimes to stay on Earth when you’re a celebrity." Well put I might add. The workaholic diva adds that this persona helps her perform better and she often feels like she is in a different world on stage in comparison to any other feeling that is imaginable. Editor in Chief, Stephen Gan was elated to add Mrs. Knowles to the V cover family, adding that Beyonce is a great iconic figure to the music and fashion industry and people love her. I agree. Beyonce brings the whole fierce package that ignites women to want to go throw on a pair of Christian Louboutin heels and dance to her feet hurt. She's a true figure of style, grace, and confidence that people just fall in love with. Gotta love her.


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Fashion Forward: SPRING 2009 Accessories

ACCESSORIES: Earrings....



I must say that the accessories scene is by far on an extreme trendy edge for this coming up spring season. Watch out diamonds, because earrings are truely a girl's best friend this season. Designer Zac Posen premiered his eye-catching door knockers are stunning the runways, Marc Jacobs' tribal "fabulous" earrings are daring indeed along with Rachel Comey humble/merrier approach, Vivianne Westwood ( right) glamour on the runway is buzzing. I say away with that necklace and move on to a fabulous take on ear wear indeed. These gems are absolutely perfect with a day look and evening wear. I love the neutral colors of black,silvers, and grays. Absolutely gorgeous I must say. Along with hoops that are given a trendy edge with black trims and gold pieces. (I don't know about you but I see Rihanna all over these Marc Jacobs hoops!) Not to mention my fav out of all the adorable earrings that I have seen. The tribal inspired Marc Jacobs' earrings. Enjoy ladies, I most certainly am!

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Rihanna Goes Gucci

According to WWD magazine, Gucci creative director Frida Giannini said: “When we decided to dedicate a full ad campaign

, more than just creating products, to really come out and show our commitment to UNICEF, I felt a musician and a beautiful woman was the perfect icon for this campaign.” Well I must say that this ad looks absolutely darling and that it's definately for the great cause for the United Children's Fund where donations towards the bag will go towards the fundation. Go Rihanna loving the fab look!


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Men Style File

Men Style File introducing Ernest Baker...
For this time around I choose a close friend of mine who I think represents great style that is always fresh, new, interesting and down right oozing swagger. Between juggling classes, and managing his own online blog, I got a chance to pull this accountant major away from his schedule to ask him a few questions. For starters, I asked the Chicago native the most important question of them all: How does music have an influence on men style in today's fashion scene? & How does it influence him and his style?

My first question reflects what influences the way you dress, the way you express yourself? Events, music, art, or whatever it might happen to be?

I mostly let the way I feel determine the way I dress. If anything, literature is my primary outside influence. I wear Ray-Ban Wayfarers because of Bret Easton Ellis books. I wear a red trapper hat because of Holden Caulfield.
What can you NOT live without when it comes to your attire? We all have that one thing that we just can't go on with out?

My watches are my saviors. Leaving the house without one on can ruin my day.
Who would you consider a style icon of today women? Men? Who would you consider your icon on style? Who influences you to put things together?

Rihanna always kills it. Kanye is consistently on point. Many people have aspects of their style that's admirable, but I don't get too influenced by other people. I recognize and take note, but the sh*t I wear is all me. I don't emulate.
Do you think that music plays a huge role in mens fashion? If so why is it so backwards? Why is fashion not taking the lead instead? Do you agree or disagree?

Music is probably the most important facet of men's fashion. Whenever I get dressed and look at my self in the mirror to assess my selections, I always catch myself rapping something to myself. Music adds that confidence and attitude. But people aren't original and take music's influence on fashion too far. I use music to augment my fashion choices, not decide them.
What is the one trend that you been rocking for the longest that people that surround you that are just now wearing?

I've been wearing slim fit jeans. I've been wearing Wayfarers. There's plenty I could name but it's unnecessary. I've always been ahead of my time. By the time people catch up I've moved on. When you really live this sh*t no amount of swagger jacking can stifle you.
What is the most unattractive clothing that needs to just go away when it comes to fashion?

I think most clothing can look great if the person wearing it approaches the look properly. I don't think there's anything I have a strong disdain for. Colorful ass sneakers maybe? Keffiyeh scarfs are pretty overdone at this point. I guess those, which sucks because they look nice, but main streamers who just got a hold of one 8 minutes ago killed it for everyone else.
It's 2a.m in the morning and your fire alarm just went off. You have fifteen seconds to leave your burning apartment. What are you wearing?

I regularly fall asleep in my Champion sweatpants, a Polo tee, and an American Apparel hoodie. Ultimate lounge wear.
When it comes to style for women, what is the most important element in fashion she must portray?

I love when women show their personality through their clothing. I want a woman with a look that exudes her essence. What she's wearing should allow me to gain a better understanding of her with minimal difficulty.

Who is your favorite designer?
Ralph Lauren will always be my favorite designer. No matter where I go or what I do with fashion, his aesthetic is always my foundation.

What is the cheapest thing that you have bought that looks the most fashionable
out of anything that you wear that is worth twice as much?

I got a $250 Burberry shirt for $80. Does that count?

You can visit Ernest online blog newbornrodeo to learn more about this men style contributor :
http://newbornrodeo.com

Fyi: Few of this Ernest style favorites pictured below:

***Ralph Lauren Polo, Kayne West, Trapper hat , & Wayfarers Glasses

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Fashion Forecast For Fall Fashion

Fall Trends Forecast 2008 our making their mark on the runways filled with neutral dark colors, complementary with winter blue which is the set "in" color for the winter season of 2008. Designers are directing the attention on the hip with a very narrow waist when gives an A line silhouette in contrast to a balance & even line of the proportion of the body. Pictured above are designers Chanel, and Balenciaga, showing off their latest edition to their fall collections that have hit the runways for this season. The look is definately toned down from what we have seen this past summer. The contrast of grays, dark blues, black, and creams seem to be the new colors for the season.


Continuing on Long View silhouettes are definitely in this season with designers Carlos Miele, Derek Lam and L'Wren Scott debuting their fall looks for the 2008 season with emphasizes not to much on the hip like the Bell curve trend, but instead focuses on the narrow waist line with the help with accessorizing with a simple belt or sash along with a masculine broad shoulder.
(Note the Carlos Miele Box Jacket) Lace stockings and soft ruffles are becoming more popular for this season along with peep toe black boots/closed booties.

I think this fall is filled with classic pieces that will be signature pieces for a while that will last. A lot of pieces you can mix and mingle with , within your wardrobe.

Happy Shopping!

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