This jumpsuit seems to be a hit amongst the celeb crowd. The Michael Kors black strapless jumpsuit has been making the rounds on the red carpet and real life. Check out those who have donned it so far this year:Accessories matter, ladies! Notice how the simple addition of a belt or a necklace changes the whole look. Proportions matter too....it's a completely different fit for all of these women (curves or not!) If you want your very own, it's on sale for $870 on ELuxury. poll by twiigs.com … [Read more...]

The 60th Annual Emmy Awards were celebrated yesterday evening and, as usual, brought all of the A, B, C, and D-list starts in stunning fashions. Among the hits and misses, here are my picks (catch the trends in bold):Black and white ensembles gave a flash of flair to the red carpet.Lisa EdelsteinJennifer Love-HewittVanessa WilliamsAnd the couples came out dressed to impress:Kevin Bacon and Kyra SedgewickTony and Eva Longoria-ParkerDennis Leary and his wifeJames Pickins and his wifePatrick … [Read more...]

Halle is making sure that she keeps her man...and her figure. She was spotted at the Calvin Klein 40th anniversary party (wearing one of his frocks, of course!) with her baby daddy beau, Gabriel Aubry. Goes to show that you can look great after 40 AND a baby....work it, Halle!Keep it strictly stylish! … [Read more...]

See, this is how I would be if I were a soccer mom. Posh comes to her son's soccer game in no less than the most fab attire, $7500 Birkin bag and all. I love the new pixie cut and the effortless glam. Ladies, take notes....Keep it strictly stylish! … [Read more...]

Kenyatte Nelson on far leftEsquire just announced the winner of the 2008 Best Dressed "Real Man" on yesterday's Today Show. Kenyatte Nelson, a snazzy dressed brother from Cincinnati, snatched the crown from the fab crew of five finalists. Contestants had to submit their best flicks in their best frocks and a fashion mission statement. His eclectic tailored look and fashion philosophy outshone the rest and he strutted away with a prize package worth $40,000: an IWC watch, a round-trip flight … [Read more...]

Okay, you all have to meet this fab diva, Michele Lawrence Jawando....she has not even hit the big 3-0 and she is doing really big things....things that actually impact your world in a positive manner. She is especially needed now---this election is probably the most important of all-- no matter your generation. Read below and you'll see what I mean...and then vote for her as the 2008 Impact Leader of the Year here!From the Impact DC siteMARCH 2008 EMERGING LEADER Michele Lawrence Jawando … [Read more...]

Since I could make it to Fashion Week this year, I was only able to imbibe in the fashion madness via news accounts and the good ol' 'Net (mainly Style.com). Here are my fave picks of the runway thus far. Enjoy!Vivienne TamVivienne Tam's collection was clearly influenced by peonies and an homage to the late Yves Saint Laurent. According to Style.com, "the YSL element could be seen in the tailored suiting options; the peonies could be seen everywhere." The dress above is too unique--who else … [Read more...]

Now I loves me some Tyler Perry....I absolutely admire his story about going from homelessness to earning $125 million last year...and I can't wait to see his latest flick, "The Family that Preys," this weekend. Here is a synopsis:Wealthy socialite Charlotte Cartwright (Kathy Bates) and her dear friend Alice Pratt (Alfre Woodard), a working class woman of high ideals, have enjoyed a lasting friendship throughout many years.  Suddenly, their lives become mired in turmoil as their adult … [Read more...]

I have recently been able to start fitting into some pre-pregnancy clothes and I am completly elated! You can imagine my joy when I put on my new sweater from Old Navy, size medium, and it fit! I put on my "Boyfriend" cardigan and it was snug as a bug....and made me feel a wee bit younger....anything that adds youth to my life is something I need....If you would like to purchase this fab sweater, check here. Old Navy has revamped and is now trying to appeal to a more professional and urban … [Read more...]

Vogue is at it again....the first edition dedicated to black models was like crack to the urban fashionista---if she/he could get their glammy little hands on a coveted copy.  I don't think people of Indian descent will be running down the newsstands to grab the latest issue of Vogue India.  Apparently, the editors thought it would be a great idea to put ridiculously expensive gear on the poorest of folk....yeah....that went over really well....The New York Times has a great article about the … [Read more...]