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National Bosses Day is tomorrow and if you you to do something extra special, bring in a home cooked meal. I almost sorta like to cook--as long as it's easy and good, I'm with it! Check out this fab recipe for pan-seared cod with preserved-lemon aioli as seen on the Today Show that was engineered by Top Chef judge, Gail Simmons. The best thing about it: only takes only 20 minutes and looks delicious. INGREDIENTS • 1 cup mayonnaise • 1 preserved lemon, peel only, finely … [Read more...]
Who knew that 61 could look so good? After using Jenny Craig for 8 months, "Cosby mom" Phylicia Rashad has dropped 35 whopping pounds. Peep below for the before and after: Rashad,met with a Jenny Craig consultant weekly to personalize her program. Her program was based on 1,200 calories a day and included 30-45 minutes of activity, up to four times weekly. She looks better and more put together than most 21-year-olds that I know...go Phylicia! Keep it strictly stylish! … [Read more...]
Good Morning fab readers! I have a great surprise for you! A fab friend of mine who happens to be an absolutely awesome esthetician , JoElle Lyons, recently relocated from Chicago to DC's Hela Spa and is offering some fab deals on spa services. As a bonus for being one of my fab readers, here's to you: Celena Gill would like to cordially invite to enjoy… JoElle’s Special Offer @ Hela Spa 50% off Facial Treatments & Peels with complimentary brow, lip or underarm … [Read more...]
If you are not hip to contemporary ways to categorize other people's (or your own) areas of fat, let me update you: Muffin top: when a woman's (or man's) stomach spills over the top of their pants creating a muffin silhouette. Dunlap: when a person's stomachs laps over their belt. Similar to a muffin top but more closely resembles a beer belly Spillage: when a woman's bosom spills out of whatever obviously too tight piece of attire that is causing them to be on salacious display And … [Read more...]
Other than black and white being the theme of the night, the sequins made famous by The Gloved One bka Michael Jackson also inspired a few outfits. Check out the major bling worn by Beyonce, Keri Hilson, and Alicia Keys. I love Alicia's look. She is wearing a studded sea-foam Jenny Packham dress with a Lucifer Vir Honestus cocktail ring and Ippolita hoop. For more on how to get the Michael Jackson, check out AOL Black Voices. Keep it strictly stylish! h! … [Read more...]
The 2009 BET awards were held last night in Los Angeles and the stars came out to shine. The show honored the legacy of the late great Michael Jackson...and I think that everyone got the memo to wear something in tribute to The Gloved One. Check out the fab celebs in black, in white, and other.... I love the back baring of Taraji's dress, but I don't quite understand the science of Medoly Thornton's dress. I know that every celeb wants to make an … [Read more...]
Happy Monday! I couldn't resist doing a Style File on the eternal diva, Jada Pinkett Smith. She was on the Today Show this morning to promote her new TNT series, "Hawthorne." I absolutely adore her red form-fitting, V-neck sleeveless sheath with her wide patent leather belt. She finishes the look with nude heels (methinks a la Christian Louboutin). Off course, Will wasn't far behind.... Here's the clip if you are interested in knowing more about what she is up to: Visit … [Read more...]
It’s time to take your heath kick to the next level. Make the most of your daily walks in a pair of shoes that do more than look and feel good. Reebok’s EasyTone Sneakers make getting in shape a convenient part of your everyday life. Maximize every step you take in these and after a few weeks you’ll notice more definition in your legs and a few more whistles as you strut your stuff. Take the gym with you and walk on! Available at reebok.com for $109.99 For tips on getting toned on … [Read more...]
Happy Man Day! Have you ever wanted a tie to stay in perfect place and hold your iPod. Well you're in luck--the iTie is a new accessory designed to not only make a fashion statement, but to carry your "business items" as needed...a sort of a business fanny-pack.... According to the official site, the iTie can hold these items snug and well hidden: Business Cards/Credit Cards/Money iPod or MP3 Player – Speaker wires can be concealed and worn under the dress shirt with ear … [Read more...]
HAPPY MAN DAY! I am all about shameless self promotion...so I am urging you to check out the Esquire Best Dressed Real Man Contest to view the profile of the most dapper, classiest, best dressed real man, Patrick Gill, who just so happens to be my hubby! Click here for the link and take a peek. Voting officially begins on May 1st. Happy clicking! Keep it strictly stylish! … [Read more...]
