A reader and recent college grad sent me an email and asked what to wear to work on a budget. Miss DJ writes, Hi Celena, I love your site! I would love if you could help me out! I just graduated from college and am looking for some fab office attire, but I am not sure what is appropriate for a young black woman to wear! I'm also short on cash (right now) since I just graduated. Can you give some advice on ways to look stylish? Also, stockings/nylons: mandatory or optional? I've noticed … [Read more...]
MAN DAY: Is your neck really that cold?
August 15, 2007 By 3 Comments
Fall is fast upon us, so I might as well (begrudgingly) start writing about fall fashion....but, truth be told, this can be worn year round.... On this MAN DAY, let's discuss the man scarf. Man scarves can add an air of elegance (think silk scarf draped with tuxedo/black tie evening attire); liven your casual look (think patterned wool scarf flung around your neck with tee shirt and denims); or just keep your neck warm. It is very utilitarian. I prefer to see the man-scarf with the Chelsea … [Read more...]
Hippy Chicks Unite!
August 14, 2007 By 1 Comment
Jill Scott, "Hate on Me" This is DEFINITELY my new theme song.... I am a member of the little hippy chick club. Not too big, not too small--just in between. Before I became a bonified member of the the club, I can freely admit that I was indeed mesmerized by all of the thin runway models and their hanger/rack-like ability for clothes to hang on them perfectly (adults fall into peer pressure, too). But, when I tried to join the waif club, my husband said to me, "Um, baby, what happened … [Read more...]
Weekend Wrap Up—It’s all about me…and Kimora
August 13, 2007 By Leave a Comment
Good Monday fabulites!My weekends are usually my busiest work days, so expect only to digest only the least recommended serving for your lifestyle and fashion daily requirements on Mondays...I was recently featured in the latest issue of Krave Magazine. It is based in Dallas, TX and is published by a brother on the move, William T. Young, Jr. It's a great resource for men's lifestyle and fashion advice. Check it out!(if there is some confusion--I know, Monday mornings are hard for me, too--I … [Read more...]
World’s Most Exravagant Handbags
August 10, 2007 By Leave a Comment
The man-bag debacle had my readers all abuzz a few days ago. Since I believing in going all out, let's just share some equal opportunity extravagance...I was treading through Lipstick Alley and found this post by missdictator. None, I mean not nay word of this, is me. It is all her....I have to give credit where credit is due...and it saves me so much time (and any info is wrong, blame it on her...)! Today is going to be a crazy busy day for me so, missdictator, you have just given a grown … [Read more...]
DATE DOCTOR EDITION: say what you really mean, fellas….
August 9, 2007 By 1 Comment
I am so looking forward to getting my Matchmaking Certification (can you believe that's an actual certification course?). That way I can start charging you folks for this free advice......until then, snatch these crumbs of vital info for free....One of my recent Date Doctor posts piqued some of my readers interest.Pretty Girl of Black Pearls writes:I think [men] need to stop with the lies and games (something men probably say about women). If you want to date more than one woman, say that. If … [Read more...]
MAN DAY: the man bag lives on
August 8, 2007 By 10 Comments
Today's MAN DAY topic took me completely by surprise. Please follow this exchange I had with a male fabulite associate of mine for more details:Me: So you carry a purse, eh?Him: It's not a purse. It's my carrying bag.Me: Oh--so it's a man purse?Him: No. It is what I use to carry my important items.Me: Like what?Him: My wallet, my phone, my, iPod, my important papers...Me: (I cut him off) What happened to your pockets and a briefcase?Him: I don't like to look bulky.Me: What in the … [Read more...]
Party like a rock star…
August 7, 2007 By Leave a Comment
Even though our mid-summer night dreams have long approached and passed us by, it's not too late to dazzle and sizzle or add a simple touch of elegance and provide a decadent and demulcent (you might need to look that one up, it's my word of the day!) atmosphere to have the party of the summer! Here's a step by step guide to have the most talked about 'intimate' soiree of the summer--make those who weren't invited covet an invite and those who did attend have "what happens … [Read more...]
Fantasy toys
August 6, 2007 By Leave a Comment
Just melt your frustrations away...From style.comLove the feel of a refreshing steam bath but hate sharing the experience with strangers? European home design company Ideal Standard has an elegant solution: this three-in-one sauna, hammam, and shower. No bigger than a well-appointed closet, the mini rejuvenation cabin is just the right size for one person, but we don't think there'd be any harm in testing it out with two. At $20,000, it isn't cheap, but who can put a price on uninhibited … [Read more...]
Maternal Style File
August 3, 2007 By Leave a Comment
Just wanted to post this uber-deluxe and strictly fabulous flick of Mel B and Nicole Murphy. Although Eddie Murphy shows nay ounce of couth in his paternal functioning, he sure knows how to pick some stylish women (including Tracey Edmonds). These ladies need to teach a course on how to look so fab post-baby and post-bitter breakup. The course would be overbooked....anyhoo.., I absolutely adore the shoes! Do it ladies! … [Read more...]
