Claire Sulmers
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The highly anticipated video for 'Telephone' by Lady Gaga and Beyoncé has finally hit the small screen with an electric mix of pop-culture goodness and fierce fashion. The 9-and-a-half minute long clip is full of eye-catching strong-shoulder dresses, unitards, studded bikinis and hot shoes.
Let's take a look at some of the best shots.
Let's take a look at some of the best shots.
Continue reading Style Breakdown: Telephone by Lady Gaga featuring Beyonce
If you were watching the red carpet for the 82nd Annual Academy Awards, you may have noticed 'Precious' stars Gabourey Sidibe, Mariah Carey, and Mo'Nique, and executive producer Oprah Winfrey wearing bedazzling blue gowns for the event:
Oscar winner Mo'Nique said the color was a tribute to Hattie McDaniel, the first black woman to win an Oscar for her supporting role in Gone With the Wind. Mo'Nique explained, "The reason...I have on this royal blue dress is because it's the color...Hattie McDaniel wore in 1940 when she accepted her Oscar. The reason...I have this gardenia in my hair (is) it is the flower that Hattie McDaniel wore when she accepted her Oscar. So, for you, Ms. Hattie McDaniel, I feel you all over me, and it's about time that the world feels you all over them."
Continue reading 'Precious' Women Dazzle in Blue Gowns for the 82nd Annual Academy Awards
A legion on beautiful A-list actresses attended the 3rd Annual Essence Black Women In Hollywood Luncheon at the Beverly Hills Hotel in California. Some debuted new looks while others stuck to their signature aesthetics. Let's take a look at the top talent from last night:
Joy Bryant went for rocker chic in a sequined skirt, opaque tights, a button down top, and leather jacket. She flaunted her style with a multichain necklace and sunglasses to shield the camera flashes, and slicked her long hair down into a low ponytail. Joy Bryant typically goes for a more casual look, so it's good to see her all dressed up--she's literally glowing. Hot!
Continue reading A Fashion Feast: The Essence Black Women in Hollywood Luncheon
Rihanna's video for her single Rude Boy has already made its mark on popular culture, thanks to its fun mix of bright colors, steamy dance moves, and graphic print clothing:
Video aficionados, however, maintain that Rihanna's video seems too reminiscent of singer M.I.A's video for her 2005 song Galang, which uses similar cartoon backgrounds, with albeit less sensual moves:
Vogue Italia proves its at the head of a progressive movement, recently launching websites separately celebrating black and curvy girls.
Vogue Black takes a look at Tyra Banks' style, features a video of model Tolula Adeyemi and has an article about taking care of natural hair styles.
Vogue Black takes a look at Tyra Banks' style, features a video of model Tolula Adeyemi and has an article about taking care of natural hair styles.
Continue reading Vogue Italia launches Black and Plus-Size Sites
Editors at Jezebel.com recently completed their biannual report on Fashion Week runway diversity, and the numbers were quite bleak:
According to the article, a mere 16% of all the models who worked during New York Fashion Week were non-white.
Continue reading Fashion Week Runways Still Lack Black Models
Designer Tracy Reese truly brought out the best for her latest fall 2010 collection.
In addition to securing hot models such as Georgie Badiel, Gracie Carvalho, Chrishelle Stubbs and Ariel Meredith, Reese presented an alluringly chic collection that referenced her signature florals while adding an exciting edge.
Models with loose, curly ponytails, dark sunglasses, and confident swaggers stomped down the runway next to prim and proper princesses in airy floral frocks, ruffled schoolgirl cardigans and tweed jackets.
In addition to securing hot models such as Georgie Badiel, Gracie Carvalho, Chrishelle Stubbs and Ariel Meredith, Reese presented an alluringly chic collection that referenced her signature florals while adding an exciting edge.
Models with loose, curly ponytails, dark sunglasses, and confident swaggers stomped down the runway next to prim and proper princesses in airy floral frocks, ruffled schoolgirl cardigans and tweed jackets.
Continue reading Tracy Reese Brings Exciting Edge to Fall 2010 Ready to Wear
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