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Hair

Black Hair Inspiration From Chanel Iman

Arianne SuggsUpdated on September 1, 2015August 26, 2015Leave a Comment

We could all learn a thing or two from supermodel Chanel Iman. Namely to always have fun when it comes to individual expression. From the time that this talented young woman has come onto the scene her style presence has been a refreshing breath of fashion hair.

Nevertheless, it is not just her clothing or makeup looks that make her a standout beauty. Iman has always been willing to indulge in numerous hairstyles to help complete her look. If you are looking for black hair inspiration you have found your girl!

Ponytail with DEEP side part

Ombre and Waves Combination

Wrapped up and Fabulous (We love the belt!)

Flower Child… Make any updo instantly more glam

Shoulder Length Asymetrical Bob

The queen of hair accessories rocking a bedazzled headband

Such a rocker vibe with pink dyed tips and side braids

Ooze sophistication and class with chic retro waves

Tom Ford; Chanel Iman Schiaparelli and Prada 'Impossible Conversations' Costume Institute Gala at The Metropolitan Museum of Art New York City, USA - 07.05.12 Mandatory Credit: Andres Otero/WENN.com — Andres Otero/WENN.com

Going Up? Stay edgy with a modern pompadour

Easy, breezy, beautiful topknot

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Fashion

5 Beyonce Inspired Items We Want Now

Arianne Suggs August 25, 2015August 25, 2015Leave a Comment

Why do we want to get our hands on some Beyonce merchandise? It may be because diva is a female version of a hustler or we may just be simply crazy in love. Through her music Queen Bey has coined numerous catchphrases that will be forever stuck in the minds of all. These same words have been translated into fashions as well as other products that are just to cool to pass up.

Here are just a few of them:

Queen Bey Dictionary Sweatshirt by BAW London ablackandwhitestory.com

Plaid Flawless Flannel Shirt glamolous.com

Katy Gaga Beyonce Miley Britney Taylor Tank etsy.com

You Got the Same Amount of Hours as Beyonce Mug etsy.com

iPhone 6 4.7 inch Beyonce Black TPU Phone Case amazon.com

Real talk, having these items in your style arsenal will probably have you feeling like:

And acting like…

And we will not be mad at you!

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Celebrities

Biopic of Aretha Franklin With Singer/Actress Jennifer Hudson

Arianne Suggs August 24, 2015August 24, 2015Leave a Comment

Jennifer Hudson has had us emotionally charged in a good way for years whether she is on the big screen or during her fantastic live performances. Who can forget her amazing talents seen in the musical film Dreamgirls? Moreover, her chillingly touching tribute to Whitney Houston singing I Will Always Love You left one and all in a fog of entertainment bliss and adoration. It is clear… Jennifer Hudson has the gift of moving us through her use of music.

Nevertheless, it seems that the Oscar winner might once again engage in yet another musical project. This time it is in order to portray the legend herself, The Queen of Soul, Aretha Franklin! We are hoping that Hudson gets the role nod because she definitely has the chops to pull off Franklin’s one of a kind voice. Really, what other singer than Jennifer Hudson could effortlessly belt out R-E-S-P-E-C-T?

If given the role, could this mean another Academy Award for Jennifer? There is a very good chance because biopics on the famous tend to garnish much attention during award season. Think Will Smith in Ali, Angela Bassett in What’s Love Got to Do with It, Denzel Washington in Malcolm X and Jamie Fox in Ray. This is exciting news and we can’t wait to see the finished Aretha Franklin project on the big screen.

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Ad Campaigns and Fashion Editorials

Ghana Fashion & Design Week ‘Wonderland’ Editorial

Arianne Suggs August 24, 2015August 24, 2015Leave a Comment

As the Ghana Fashion & Design week continues its speedy approach (October 2015), fashion enthusiasts can already begin to wet their style appetites with Wonderland. Wonderland is an editorial that was specially created for the event which was inspired by the ‘Discovery of Knowledge.’ What sort of knowledge gained will this spread bring to the fore?

The editorial showcases the talents of three models: Ebba Merrington, Sofia Elhaj and Emilyne Mondo. The models come together posing in a natural setting to show the social evolution that has occured throughout the years. For instance, the models can be seen holding books as well as gazing at their texts indicating that knowledge has been not only gained but applied.

Some key points in regards to the production of the editorial is that the shoot was lensed by Adrenus Craton. Moreover, the models were styled by Daryl Rita Osekreh with fashions and accessories from: Casely Hayford, Paul Andrew, Roberto Cavali, Just Cavali, Curiously London, Sophia Kah and Felicia Swartling. The stunning hair and makeup was handled by the award-winning Charlotte Mensah and MUA Elaine Lynskey.

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Fashion

Goddess Couture News Launches Metallic Gold Designer T-Shirts for Women

Arianne Suggs August 21, 2015August 21, 2015Leave a Comment

Los Angeles, CA – Goddess Couture News releases new Goddess of the Nile designer T-shirt collection on August 14, 2015. Women everywhere can shine and reflect their goddess-like beauty with these empowering tees. Inspired by women in today’s busy world, who manage careers, care for families, and strive to better their communities, the Goddess of the Nile tees collection brings fun, relaxation and style to these women of power. With prices starting at $29.99, women can shop till they drop, adding beautiful style pieces to their wardrobes at great prices.

This first launch of designer T-shirt styles is available now. With each quarter, new releases will expand this series of styles and designs. The Goddess of The Nile T-Shirts are made from burnout jersey and combed ring-spun cotton. Featuring the popular V-Neck shape, these pullover tees are very soft and comfortable. The artwork illustration on the new series, called ” The Goddess of The Nile,” presents a woman holding an apple that represents the food of life. She is wrapped in a gold scarf that flows down with the designer logo intertwined in metallic gold and pink gemstone ink. The Goddess of the Nile T-Shirts come in three colors: White, Turquoise and Black.

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Be among the Goddesses who “Style-Up” their jeans and leggings with our exclusive designer Goddess of the Nile T-Shirt. Get yours here: GoddessCoutureLuxuryTShirt. And here at ShopGoddessCouture

Lela Christine, publisher, fashion designer and FIDM alumni, designed this stylish, comfortable, durable, luxury T-shirt collection. Incorporating gold and silver metallic illustrations with women of grace and substance, the collection reflects the goddess-mind consciousness many women embrace that are connected with yoga, Pilates and other exercise practices.

Lela states, “We all love a good quality, pullover t-shirt that feels luxurious and radiates style.” Women also love a great deal that gives back, which is exactly what Goddess Couture News is doing with this collection. A portion of the profits for each T-shirt will be donated to organizations that support disadvantaged women and children.

Goddess Couture News Launches Metallic Gold Designer T-Shirts for Women

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Celebrities

Kerry Washington Explains How to Be Successful & Get Her Body!

Arianne Suggs August 21, 2015August 21, 2015Leave a Comment

It would be a total Scandal if Kerry Washington kept all her secrets for success to herself. No worries ladies this awesome mom and role model is spilling the deets on how to reach true success in anything and how she got her off-the-chain physique! Kerry is the cover model for SELF magazine’s September 2015 issue which shows just how in-shape Washington is after giving birth to her daughter Isabella.

In a BTS (behind the scenes) video Kerry explains what truly motivates her to do anything. Moreover, the star reveals her workout routine and the benefits she has gained and derived from playing the character Olivia Pope. Take notes and enjoy the video:

Love Kerry? Get even more details regarding her SELF mag issue here.

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Beauty

Black Celebrity Beauty Looks Week of August 17, 2015

Arianne Suggs August 21, 2015August 21, 2015Leave a Comment

This week we have seen some gorgeous ladies posting up some pretty little photos of themselves! From singers to models, from snapchat to Facebook several celebs hit the social media platforms with some heavy hittas. Here are a few of our favorites spotted over the course of the week.

Ciara has been busy promoting her album Jackie and stopped by CBS Morning Show and posed it out with Gayle King. It does not take much to make this natural beauty look glamorous, but that red lip color is simply killer!

There is some much to love about this pic! Alicia Keys looks like an exotic queen with her bold pop of color lipstick and full eyelashes. Always on trend we also got a kick out of her septum nose ring.

Ashanti decided to break Snapchat instead of the internet when she posted this little number. Although looking quite natural in the photo can we get an Amen for those full eyebrows? Work it Ashanti!

Ugh… even while chilling at the zoo Joan Smalls looks like she belongs on somebody’s cover or in an editorial! Joan snapped a quick Lemur picture while at the Taronga Zoo and looked like the most chic one of the pack with her lush purple lip shade.

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Hair

12 Hairstyles By Jourdan Dunn That You Will Want to Cop!

Arianne Suggs August 20, 2015August 20, 2015Leave a Comment

Whether she is shooting an editorial, attending a fabulous event or chilling with her girls Jourdan Dunn knows how to make her strands the main event! Over the years we have taken note of Dunn’s numerous hair changes. Moreover, her hair has seemed to morph right along with her effortlessly chic style.

Are you in the mood for a little something new in the hair department? Is it time for a change and you are not quite sure which way to go? Well, we would like to believe we are the home of hair inspiration to get you ready for your next hair consultation or appointment. Therefore, feast your eyes on 12 hairstyles worn by the one and only Jourdan Dunn that you just might want to cop next!

It’s the blonde bob cut seen around the world, we love the slight waves too.

Can you say meow? Bring the boys to your yard with long curly hair.

Purple reign, purple reignnnnn! Like what we did there? LOL Excite the hair senses with this extremely bold tint!

Back to the asymetrical bob because it’s just bangin’! Go sleek by keeping the look smooth with a very blunt cut.

Look like the queen you are by fashioning your strands into a halo crown braid.

Simplicity is still bomb, turn heads and look luxuriously elegant with a low ponytail.

These aren’t your twin braids from elementary school, give the look a modern twist by creating fish tail braids.

Volume with retro vibes are fun as well as flirty and gives the most simple style more depth.

Combine hairstyles together in order to achieve one unique look. We love this combination of braids with a long, flowing ponytail.

Jourdan is not afraid of a bottle of hair dye and if hair color makes you see stars then be boisterous and try out bluish gray.

Gawgous….just GAWgous! Straight locks with big shine will make any outfit dazzle.

We will be forever obsessed with braids and love Dunn’s cornrows with tremendous length.

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Beauty

Milk Does Your Body Good

Arianne Suggs August 20, 2015August 20, 2015Leave a Comment

It is a popular tag-line that has had children and adults gladly giving themselves liquid mustaches for decades. Nevertheless, as fun and cute as a selfie could look from said mustache the question remains… is milk really beneficial? Inquiring minds have wanted to know for some time and decided to seek some definitive answers.

The fountain of youth may not have been discovered as of yet; however, one simple drink may hold more beauty as well as health benefits than this undiscovered gem. Milk is a natural beverage that contains nutrients and vitamins that can benefit the skin right down to your smile. Here are just as few of the many ways that milk can do your body good!

Due to the proteins it contains milk has the ability to rebuild muscles.
If you are aiming to drop a few pounds make sure you drink a glass a snack or with a meal. Research has shown that women who do so on average lose more weight than those that do not. Literal food for thought…
Milk is made up of amino acids that are able to keep skin well-hydrated and moisturized.
Also, on the beauty tip, milk contains enzymes as well as lactic acid that behaves like an exfoliant which will encourage skin to be touch-ably smooth.
Lastly, make your dentist a happy camper by consuming milk regularly. Milk not only makes teeth stronger but will ward off cavities and tooth decay.

©Maximilian Toonz Photography — Maximilian Toonz Photography

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Ad Campaigns and Fashion Editorials

Model Alexis Primous Goes From Instagram to W Magazine Editorial!

Arianne SuggsUpdated on August 18, 2015August 18, 2015Leave a Comment

With the world becoming more visual and smaller due to social media many hopefuls hope to be seen as well as discovered. Our feature photographer was just mentioning how many times you will see IG bios including an email as well as the words, “Serious inquires only!” Moreover, what about the countless memes joking about males and females being models apart of the Instagram modeling agency?

Those scenarios and situations only highlight the dream of going from Instagram unknown to a major force to be reckoned with in the modeling world. Nevertheless, for one fortunate young lady that is exactly what happened! Model Alexis Primous took part in an Instagram model search that was conducted in behalf of IMG Models as well as W Magazine. The search turned out to be fruitful giving girls from all over the chance to show off their modeling abilities instead of having to go to cities such as NYC or Los Angeles. Alexis hails from Florida proving that a Instagram contest can discover talent in all places quickly.

Primous beat out hundreds of hopefuls in order to star in her very first editorial. Looking at the photos of her shoot will amaze you by her talent level rendering her a complete natural in front of the camera. Alexis poses like a vet so that it is so hard to believe that it was her first shoot ever.

Alexis Primous’ editorial is solidifying her as a promising new face in the modeling industry. Her editorial which can be found in the September issue of W mag is 14 pages deep. The shoot was styled by the fab Edward Enninful and lensed by Mario Sorrenti.

Editorial Notes:

Fashions Worn– Dior, Chloé and Miu Miu

Hair– Recine

Makeup– Yadim

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