The Year of Chanel: The Hottest New Nail Color of Spring 2010

January 3, 2010 By admin Leave a Comment
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Last Fall, Chanel debuted a new nail color, Jade. The sea-foam green hue barely stayed in the display cases and spawned a slew of copycats.  Now, the must have color for the Spring is Particulière, otherwise known as the color gray (with a purple base).   According to Stylelist: And this putty-ish shade (According to Style.com, its name is Particulière) is similarly complementary, acting as a smart accessory to the mainly monotone beige, gray, ivory and black nubby weaves in the Spring … [Read more...]

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Strictly Fab Life: DC Lexus Listening Lounge

October 12, 2009 By admin 1 Comment
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Modern luxury was in the atmosphere at the Longview Arts Gallery on the night of Tuesday, October 6, 2009.  Transformed with soft mood lighting, sexy music, delectable delights, and scintillating scents, the Lexus Listening Lounge was full to the brim with the talented tenth of DC's urban and hip society. The ultra talented Ryan Leslie and refreshing newcomer Hal Linton graced the red carpet and stage with their amazing live bands and stellar performances. Check out some of the event pics  … [Read more...]

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Strictly Fab Lexus Luxury Awaits Event: Chris Rock rocks “Good Hair”

September 29, 2009 By admin 3 Comments
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The Lexus Luxury Awaits campaigned sponsored a recent screening of Chris Rock's new documentary "Good Hair" at the Regal Theater in Atlanta, GA on September 24, 2009.  The stars came out to shine and rule the the red carpet to view the award winning film and support Chris Rock. The concept of the 2009 Sundance Festival award winning film developed after Rock's young young daughter Lola came inside from playing one day and asked him, "Daddy, why don't I have good hair?" It delves into how the … [Read more...]

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Strictly Fab Fashion Glam: ALL ACCESS FASHION with Tim Gunn

September 18, 2009 By admin Leave a Comment
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If you are longing to be a part of the Fashion Week frenzy, feel free to come join DC and international fashionistas at the All Access Fashion event at Tyson's Corner in northern VA. Though many have gotten a glimpse into the fashion world via shows such as Project Runway few have had the experience of entering the tents to attend the shows and experience the true fashion frenzy. Imagine the excitement and energy of New York Fashion Week at Bryant Park at Tysons Galleria! This three … [Read more...]

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Strictly Fab Lexus Listening Lounge: Chicago and Hal Linton

August 27, 2009 By admin Leave a Comment
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As a extra treat to my fab readers, Strictly Fab will now spill all of the juicy details of the luxurious Lexus Listening Lounges sponsored by the Lexus Luxury Awaits campaign.  Since I can't be everywhere at once (even though I feel like I have to be!), Strictly Fab correspondents from around the globe will be provide nothing but the best in news and content.  Chicago correspondent Ishea Brown attended the Chi-town Lexus Listening Lounge last night.   Here's the luxe … [Read more...]

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Happy Birthday to me!

June 16, 2009 By admin 1 Comment
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In honor of this blessed day, I am headed out for fun in the sun. In the meantime, check out these sites for fab fashion and lifestyle tips: The B-Life The Fashion Bomb Fab Sugar Even though I rarely drink, if you would like to have a birthday drink in my honor, have one of my favorites, the pomegranate martini.  You find a how-to video and the recipe below (wait a few seconds for it to begin): * 2 tablespoons natural cane sugar * 2 tablespoons water * 2-3 ounces top-shelf … [Read more...]

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Hosting a Spring BBQ

April 21, 2009 By admin 4 Comments
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Since the weather is warming up on the East Coast, the smell of BBQs fill the air on any given day when the temps hit 65 degrees or above.  Being a truly Southern girl, I absolutely adore grilling on the barby and inviting a few friends over to enjoy with me.  Because I can't do anything just like everyone else, I love to have a themed BBQ...have to be different! Here are  few great themes for your next BBQ: The Lobster Boil Hold a cookout, New England style. Cook corn on the cob, … [Read more...]

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Drink It Up In Style With Cranberry Cocktails

December 23, 2008 By admin Leave a Comment
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I do love to have a drink when I am on respite---and these days--those times are few and far between.  I like to fancy myself an amateur bartender....and do my best in re-creating fab cocktails that I sippy-sip on in the midst of all my business happy hours and social engagements...and here is a great one: the cranberry cocktail.  I even found the recipe here.  I can now forgo the "tipsy trial period" where I sample my concoctions until I get the right formula...LOL! Cranberry CocktailsBy … [Read more...]

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Treats for the Election Night Lush

November 3, 2008 By admin Leave a Comment

Election night is a'coming and many people will have cause  to celebrate...or cry...either way, have a drink!  I snarfed these delectable delights in the form of cocktails inspired by Sen. Obama and Sen. McCain from iVillage.  I know that I will be one or the other tomorrow night.....let's drink it up!Ciroc Obama  If you're ready for a change in your cocktail repertoire, whip up this refreshing drink.   1 part Ciroc vodka 1/2 part Blue Curacao 1 part fresh lime juice (or sour mix) 1 … [Read more...]

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Strictly Fab Tips For Hosting a Debate-Watching Party

October 3, 2008 By admin 1 Comment

The Biden/Palin debate last night was a blast! I enjoyed it---but I am still an ardent Obama supporter. Methinks I will have a fab debate/cocktail party for the next scheduled debate. Here are some fab tips on how to host a splendid debate party (grabbed from YumSugar): Last week the series of presidential debates began and tonight the saga continues with a showdown between vice-presidential candidates Joe Biden and Sarah Palin. It's the perfect occasion to throw an impromptu viewing party! … [Read more...]

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