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Rihanna and The Weeknd Announced As Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show 2015 Performers!

Arianne SuggsUpdated on October 13, 2015October 13, 2015Leave a Comment

As we were doing our usual quick morning meeting we spit out our lattes as the good people over at Victoria’s Secret rolled out a huge announcement for their upcoming fashion show! In a tweet heard and seen around the world (oh, don’t you love dramatics LOL) it was heralded that three performers would take to the stage to help give Victoria’s supermodels a tough beat to step to when going down the catwalk. The three headlining acts would be Rihanna, The Weeknd and Selena Gomez. Vickie tweeted at 7 a.m this morning stating,

“Drumroll please… @rihanna @selenagomez & @theweeknd are this year’s #VSFashionShow musical guests!”

Within no time flat the tweet skyrocketed with over 9,000 favorites and over 10,000 retweets! It would seem that the masses are quite thrilled about this year’s choices of musical guest. Quite frankly, so are we! We always get such a kick out of watching the show every year because it possesses a glamour, sassiness and fairy tale bliss that any girly-girl can appreciate.

The big show will come to a television near you sexy dolls on Tuesday, December 8th at 10 p.m. The sexiest night of the year will air on CBS showcasing models Jasmine Tookes, Adriana Lima, Candice Swanepoel, Lais Ribeiro, Behati Prinsloo and Alessandra Ambrosio. This will not be Rihanna’s first Victoria’s Secret rodeo, RiRi performed back in 2012 and she’ll be revealing new music once again this time from her upcoming 8th album Anti.

Get pumped for the show this year by checking out a performance by Rihanna from the 2012 show; here is Phresh Out The Runway!

Or maybe you are a Diamonds type of girl? We got you!

Or what with it, if you have the time just watch the whole show, it was bomb!

Thoughts? Join the discussion on our Facebook, Instagram, Tumblr or tweet us @1966magazine.

Beauty

Exfoliation and Foundation Don’t

Alicia Suggs October 13, 2015October 13, 2015Leave a Comment

Never put a dewy finished foundation on a recently exfoliated face. Why? The exfoliation process releases an excess of natural oils which, when paired with a dewy finished foundation, can cause your face to look …

Designers

Art Hearts Fashion Redefines Runway

Alicia SuggsUpdated on October 14, 2015October 13, 2015Leave a Comment

This season, Art Hearts Fashion transformed the landscape of fashion week here in Los Angeles with over 30 designers, 7 visual artists, and 1 very excited 11 year-old from Make-A-Wish. Embracing the power of art, fashion, and charity, Art Hearts Fashion sets itself apart as the fashion week that redefines what the runway can do for designers, brands, and the community.

During the epic 4 day event, charity shows, couture collections, kids shows, celebrities, and performers had Los Angeles on her toes. Fashion icon Sue Wong set the tone on opening night with her monumental, “Carnevale” 78 piece collection. Brands including Mister Triple X, Levitation Activewear, Koco Blaq, Lolly clothing, Aussie Gear, and Nicole Miller got the energy pumping throughout the week as bold patterns, shorts and swimsuits stole the shows.

The fan favorite kids shows opened with 11-year-old designer Noa Sorrell from Make-A-Wish. The colorful and patterned collection, designed by Noa while she underwent her treatment for cancer, elicited cheers from the audience. A Betsey Johnson 6 piece installation from the celebrated designer’s 50^th Anniversary Collection stood tall on Tuesday, representing over a decade of fashion magic.

Stello Official took to the runway Wednesday night with an awe inspiring collection of sexiness that is everything guests love about the brand’s dark and playful edge. Art Hearts Fashion bid adieu to SS’16 with a closing night of couture this Thursday, October 8th. Celebrity designer Amato Haute Couture by Furne One had all eyes on the runway as french laces & tulle paired with stretch & acid washed denims made their way down a smoke layered runway.

Day 1: House of LI JON Runway

Sue Wong Runway

Day 2: VIS A VIS Runway

Responsive Textiles

Koco Blaq Runway

Fashion

DENIM OVERHAUL: PICKS FOR EVERYONE

Arianne SuggsUpdated on October 15, 2015October 13, 2015Leave a Comment

Metaphor Women’s Jeans

Fall is the perfect time for a denim overhaul starting with you. If you have not already, you need to check out Metaphor’s premium denim collection. Filled with polished picks, like retro-inspired flares and flattering dark washes, there is a style for everyone. With slim boyfriend cuts and distressed detailing, Canyon River Blues denim is your best choice for keeping it casual.

If you are thinking about the whole family, CRB has plenty of picks for the kids, too, like girls’ overalls and boys’ straight-fit jeans. Do not forget about your other half – it is impossible to go wrong with a modern cut pair from Structure. Once everyone is decked out in new jeans, all the fall fun will seem twice as nice.

Canyon River Blues Women’s Jeans

Structure Men’s Denim Jeans

All product available at www.sears.com

Beauty

Beauty Question: What Happens When Your Mascara Grows Old?

Arianne Suggs October 12, 2015October 12, 2015Leave a Comment

Beauty Answer: It retires and goes to live a quiet life in the Bahamas, the end. If only our sense of humor had some truth to it in this regard but mascara doesn’t have such a fairy tale ending ladies. In fact, out of all the beauty products that you have in your possession, most likely your mascara will have the shortest shelf life. This means if you have had the same tube for awhile it may just be time to lay it to rest.

“Well, my mascara works just fine and I have had it for months!” We are sure there are some that feel that way but ponder on these next few facts. Mascara’s performance can be affected by outside temperatures so it is important to make sure your tube avoids extreme cold and heat. Moreover, over time mascara ingredients start to oxidize and degrade. Degradation means that compounds in the formula will break down and the product’s strength or intensity will fade.

Such degrading can lead to dried up formula and the causing of flakes. A look that you definitely do not want to rock in public. So then, how long should mascara be kept after purchase? Every three to four months your mascara should be tossed in favor of a newer one.

Thoughts? Join the discussion on our Facebook, Instagram, Tumblr or tweet us @1966magazine.

Beauty

1966 Mag Podcast Discussing Black Hair, Black Beauty and More!

Arianne SuggsUpdated on October 13, 2015October 12, 2015Leave a Comment

We are so excited to be launching a new feature that will highlight and dive into every subject ranging from fashion to travel and even being a boss lady otherwise known as a fabulous business owner! The 1966 Mag Podcast aka the Carly and Ari Show is hosted by 1966 Magazine Editor, Arianne Suggs and our wonderful Style Ambassador, Carlifonia Swela Aphane.

Carly and I may come from different parts of the globe but the fact remains that we both deal with the same issues yet share the same interests. There are so many topics that are of concern to black women that our aim is to address them in an open and fun manner that will be insightful and empowering. Women of color should feel naturally gorgeous everyday and we want to help one and all celebrate their stunning features!

Episode number one is already out and ready for listening ears. Carly and I talk about our tips in regards to hair and what stylish ladies are fearless when it comes to hairstyles. Each program is just 10 minutes so be sure to check back every week for a new podcast filled with our best black beauty tips and tricks.

What I’m loving most about all of these platforms including podcasts is that now information is right there at anyone’s fingertips. Its not like us gals in the past didn’t want to know how to rock our natural locks, its just the information wasn’t there. In more recent times thanks to podcasts, Youtube and other social media platforms women everywhere can learn how to look and feel their best in seconds! We hope that you will enjoy listening to the 1966 Mag Carly and Ari Podcast and let us all keep sharing because as they say, “Knowledge is power.”

Listen to the Podcast!

Designers

Faven Fall 2016

Alicia Suggs October 12, 2015October 12, 2015Leave a Comment

Collection: Faven Fall 2016

Designer: Faven

Models Who Walked the Show: Mariane Calazan, Mahany Pery and Natiele Alves

On The Runway: Love this collection. Autumnal colors always look good on darker skin tones. This collection truly embodies the richness of Fall weather.

Lifestyle

WhenWearGo: Hike to the Cave of Munits

Alicia SuggsUpdated on October 12, 2015October 12, 2015Leave a Comment

Over the weekend I decide to hike to Cave of Munits at the El Scorpion Park in West Hills California. The hike is pretty tame to begin with. However it is hot as heck right now in California and their isn’t much coverage on the trail. The first real obstacle is when the elevation changes and the trail gets really steep and the rocks are very loose. So you will need proper shoes for this trail like good hiking boots.

When Wear Go El Scorpion Park to Upper Las Virgenes Open Space Preserve,

Once you get up this loose steep heel the adventure really begins. Their is some climbing involved to actually get into the cave. So if you have never done any type of rock climbing please bring a partner who has, cause it can get quite dangerous. I am so happy I wasn’t by myself because it was quite tricky finding footing as some points of the climb and my shoes really sucked. Their was no grip so I was at the mercy of gravity that almost won if I didn’t have a supporting hand going up.

Yet with all of that I made it. Thank God!! It is truly amazing once you get inside the cave and was definitely worth it. Will I go again. Maybe not cause I’m not a big rock climber and this is probably child’s play to most climbers but I have no upper body strength. However if I go back with the proper shoes and more climbing experiences It could be worth it because the views are outstanding.

When: All Season

Wear: Pants and T-shirt for the scrambling up the cave

Go: El Scorpion Park to Upper Las Virgenes Open Space Preserve

Distance 2.6 miles, with optional side trips and scrambles

Elevation Gain 722 ft

Time 2 hours

Difficulty Moderate

Beauty

Contouring For Your Bust

Arianne Suggs October 10, 2015October 10, 2015Leave a Comment

Thanks to the help of socialites, Youtube and makeup artists contouring has literally changed the face (pun intended) of makeup. Now women everywhere can have perfectly sculpted cheekbones illuminating light gracefully. Nevertheless, some ladies may not realize that this contouring technique isn’t new at all but has been used for years by men who enjoyed dressing in drag. If you don’t believe a quick search in the google and youtube archives shall be enough to seal the point.

However, what more can we learn from drag queens when it comes to makeup? Quite a lot actually, because these drag ladies are quite skilled with cosmetics in order to transform themselves to give off a more feminine look which is where contouring comes into play. Some are so good you would never even know it wasn’t your best girlfriend standing next to you.

Contouring as taken a lot of heat because some MUAs feel that women do not need to use such a technique because they already possess a soft, feminine look. However, the lure of perfection and a beat face makes natural seem like so old-fashioned. Makeup should always just be fun and a way to enhance your best features. If contouring helps you to achieve that then go for it!

That is a enough of cosmetics history class, the good news is that drag queens don’t just contour their face but use it to enhance another area as well… the bust. Alright, fellow flat-chested ladies and those in need of a lift contouring your bust will make them look bigger and shapelier! Think about it, perfect looking breasts and a beat face! Best of all, it all can be achieved without the aid of surgery.

Bust Contouring Tutorial