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The 2009 Fashion for Paws fashion show was fabulously fantastic. It is the annual must attend fashion fundraiser held by the Washington Humane Society. Tara de Nicolas of the WHS and Aba Kwa of The Aba Agency spearheaded this year's show and it was a smashing success. The models looked great, the atmosphere was purr-fect, and the swag bag was divine. Check out some of my fave pics of the night: Keep it strictly stylish! … [Read more...]
Jill Scott premieres her new series No. 1 Ladies Detective Agency on this Sunday, March 29 at 8pm only on HBO. Here's some tidbits of info for you: Show Synopsis:Based on Alexander McCall Smith's passionate book series, 'The No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency' chronicles the adventures of Precious Ramotswe, the proprietor of the only female-owned detective agency in Botswana. Aided by her highly-efficient secretary Mma Makutsi, Mma Ramotswe investigates cases and helps people solve problems in … [Read more...]
HAPPY MAN DAY! It's now fashion preview time for you fab menfolk. Here are the top 3 Spring 2009 looks (according to Style.com): Creative loafing The new severity Team America Click on the links to find out how you can create your own spring look. If your precious little fingers are simply too tired to click on, here are some images to get you started... Keep it strictly stylish! … [Read more...]
Since Spring is here, there are some hot new trends abuzz---especially the Do-It-Yourself type! Let's get started, shall we? Exposed zippers Asymmetrical design Cropped pants Fringes Here's a video link from the Today Show to demonstrate to you exactly how to DIY. Visit msnbc.com for Breaking News, World News, and News about the Economy Keep it strictly stylish! … [Read more...]
Spring is finally here and alas...new love is in the air! If you are still rolling solo, I suggest you follow these tips. I found these on MSNBC.com: The top 10 dating rules 1. Don't give up The more people you meet and date, the better your chances are of finding the right one. 2. Be positive Nothing is more attractive than someone who is passionate and excited about their own life! 3. Always look your best Even if it doesn't work out with … [Read more...]
Looky looky what I received in my inbox.... You may be willing to shell out some cash for your favorite beauty product, but what if it gets discontinued? Although beauty companies are notorious for killing products because of lagging sales or to make room for new trends and technology, you’re not totally out of luck. There’s a chance that your hard-to-find favorite is just a phone call or a click away. ShopSmart, from the publisher of Consumer Reports, has the steps to follow next … [Read more...]
pic courtesy of Cinderella HAPPY MAN DAY! Okay, I am ultra busy lately, so I snagged a fab piece from About.com about infusing color into your wardrobe. Take note menfolk! A man who knows how to wear color well can really turn some heads. According to Kim Johnson Gross, co-founder of Chic Simple Ltd, men shouldn't be afraid of color but should embrace it. They should experiment even if it's just with shirt colors. Kim and I discussed this topic and we came up with several tips men need to … [Read more...]
The time is here for the annual Spring District Sample Sale---yes, DC does indeed have a sample sale! Unlike most sample sales where the designer is solely marking prices down to earn some profit, the 100% of the profit goes to charity. The samples will be the best offering s by the best DC area boutiques. This season's proceeds will benefit Kid Power, Inc. If you want to attend, you better snap up your tix quickly--VIP has sold out and the regular admission will sell out soon too. There … [Read more...]
Madge is at it again! After her highly successful line at H&M, the Material Girl definitely has the designing bug according to Hello! Magazine: Christian Audigier is no stranger to the power of celebrity when it comes to marketing his clothes. And while stars including Britney Spears, Heidi Klum and Nicollette Sheridan have been snapped in pieces from his Ed Hardy fashion line, the French designer has reportedly called on the pulling power of one of the world's most iconic women, … [Read more...]
Ok, so if you have $1,500 laying around, why don't you go out and buy a pair of ripped and tie-dyed jeans? Apparently, there are many folk out there who do...and they are causing a sell-out of Balmain’s $1,500 Jeans. From the New York Magazine: Balmain T-shirts cost $1,500, Balmain jackets cost $5,000 — you'd think cocaine came in the pockets or something. But that's neither here nor there in this economy, because "Balmania" is sweeping the world, and it is a force more powerful … [Read more...]
