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Karreuche Tran Attends Wango Tango 2016

Arianne Suggs May 16, 2016May 16, 2016Leave a Comment

Karreuche Tran has been one busy little lady. She recently attended the daytime Emmy’s picking up an award for producing her sassy web series, The Bay. Then there was also her appearance at the musical festival Coachella held out in the Palm Springs area. The desert sun wasn’t the only shining star that turned up the heat during the annual concert series where anyone who is anyone partied into the wee hours of the morning. Nevertheless, the gorgeous pint size Hollywood and model mogul just turned more heads at Wango Tango 2016 and with plenty of panache!

Wango Tango 2016 was brought to the world by popular SoCal radio station 102.7 KIIS FM. Some of the biggest artists in music, their fans and a plethora of famous faces all spent a night filled with fun and excitement in Los Angeles. Karreuche Tran was amongst the Wango Tango 2016 crowd and it wasn’t just her presence alone that captivated the masses. Tran is well-known for her trendy style as well.

For Wango Tango 2016 Karreuche paid homage to the late Aaliyah with her fashions for the night. Karreuche had the Aaliyah look down even with silky bone-straight hair. Moreover, she was every bit of 90’s cool in a pair of sweatpants and a crop top. Her overall attire was paired with black heels. She wore grey sweats by The Rook and colorful athletic crop top by P.E. Nation.

The 90’s throwback didn’t end with just Karreuche’s couture at Wango Tango 2016. We also spotted Tran taking part in a mini Full House reunion! Karreuche took a moment to snap a quick photo with FH actresses, Candace Cameron Buce and Jodie Sweetin.

Thoughts on Karreuche Tran’s Wango Tango 2016 attire? Talk fashion with us by dropping a comment down low or hit us up on Facebook, Instagram, Tumblr or tweet us @1966magazine.

Hair

Jasmine Ni’Cole Luxury Perucas Launch

Arianne SuggsUpdated on May 6, 2016May 5, 2016Leave a Comment

The cameras were flashing, lights beaming, catwalk glistening and the excitement was at an all time high! All attendees at the official launch of the Jasmine Ni’Cole Luxury Perucas line were treated to one surprise after another. There was much celebrity fanfare as well as the opportunity to get up close and personal with the exquisite perucas collection.

We immediately noticed how well-designed and executed each piece of the line appeared and felt. No details were left to chance. The craftsmanship of every single peruca gave off a very natural, high-end as well as quality appearance.

C.E.O.’s Jasmine Ni’Cole Johnson & Miricah Johnson

During our exclusive red carpet interview with CEO Jasmine Ni’Cole, it was revealed to us that each peruca takes 21 days to be created. Time, patience and much care is put into each design in order to ensure complete and total customer satisfaction.

Like fashion house Balmain, Jasmine Ni’Cole has also assembled an army of ambassadors to represent her upscale brand. Eva Marcille, Wendy Raquel Robinson and Cheyenne Depree all lend their voice and beauty to showcase the elegant and fun line. Each ambassador spoke highly of Jasmine’s collection noting just how fabulous they felt modeling selected pieces from the JNLP collection. We have to agree they just look absolutely stunning but they literally seemed to glow. Nevertheless, isn’t that how a lady should feel about her hair everyday?

1966 Editor Arianne & Jasmine Ni’Cole Johnson

Want to see the spring 2016 collection? Here is a quick look at the Jasmine Ni’Cole Luxury Perucas line:

Remember when we said the surprises did not end during the Jasmine Ni’Cole Luxury Perucas launch? To make a long story short we were treated to an exclusive runway show of the spring collection! Now we are bringing it to you. Keep scrolling to check it out:

Moreover, the luxurious JN experience does not just end with the JNLP collection. We were also thrilled to learn about the Jasmine Ni’Cole Luxury Perucas Create Your Own Perucas option. From start to finish you can customize your very own Peruca. How does the Jasmine Ni’Cole Luxury Perucas Create Your Own Perucas option work?

Online shoppers can navigate through a series of options to build a high-end peruca that fits their personal flair, needs and tastes. Four custom options must be chosen before construction can begin. One must decide on Style, Closure and lengths. Under style hair type can be customized. A perucas can be made with Curly, Wavy or Straight tresses.

For the ultimate style variation there are six different sizes of closures to select from. Closures allow for freestyling parting along the cap area. Therefore, depending on how you will want to style your perucas their is plenty of closure selections in order to make a trendy look possible.

Next, hair length brought into the design process. Two hair lengths can be selected between 12-18 inches.

Once your luxury peruca has been custom made it will be delivered right to your doorstep in a sophisticated, voguish case. The case can house your peruca ensuring that it stays neat and maintains its shape. JNLP is not just about designing the best perucas in the world but the brand desires that its customers have a product that’s trendy with impeccable durability.

The JNLP launch put on by the renown, The B Firm PR, was truly a hair lover’s delight. Here is our event recap and don’t forget to like and subscribe!

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Fashion

Scandale Halle Berry Lingerie By Halle Berry

Arianne SuggsUpdated on May 4, 2016May 4, 2016Leave a Comment

Move over Victoria, there is a new girl in town! Actress Halle Berry is ready to release her very own lingerie line, Scandale Halle Berry. Berry is well-known for her insane physique and sexy Tinseltown roles. Therefore, the move to design elegant, come-hither attire fits in perfectly with the classic Halle Berry aesthetic.

Our favorite former Bond Girl broke social media not too long ago just by joining the Instagram and Twitter ranks. Nevertheless, the sexy siren is now about to give the fashion world something to really talk about! Just hours ago Berry released a first look at the Scandale Halle Berry collection. We are getting sophisticated, upscale yet libidinous vibes.

Fans from around the world are already currently reacting to the Scandale Halle Berry lingerie collection. Especially, it seems the ladies can’t wait to get their hands on Halle’s soon to be released designs. Here are a few of their comments:

“Can’t wait.”

“It’s a lingerie brand!”

“This is so cool Halle. I’m looking forward to this line.”

“I’m also hoping that Scandale Halle Berry show the thick women [some] plus size love… Let’s get it ladies! Hey!”

“Great. I love your brand. It’s very comfortable and sexy.”

“Okay but is it affordable or just for the 1%? I’m definitely interested!”

“Ready!”

“So gorgeous!”

Alright Halle, it’s clear… you have all of our attention! Moreover, fashionable gals and ladies Halle Berry is keen to give you exactly what you desire. In regards to Scandale Halle Berry Halle stated,

“My vision was to create a brand for women that listens to them and gives them what they actually want without compromise.”

Well, if that’s the case you can definitely count us in! Berry has tons of experience in the lingerie field. Back in October of 2014 Halle released the line Scandale Paris that was available at Target. However, we can’t wait for Halle’s new racy designs!

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Hair

Hair of the Week: 2016 Met Gala

Arianne SuggsUpdated on May 4, 2016May 3, 2016Leave a Comment

This year’s hairdos spotted at the 2016 Met Gala were just as exciting as the fashions that accompanied them. It wasn’t just about length or whether strands were up or down. There was one trend in particular that seemed to take the cake among the stars.

Hair color, hair color, hair color and say it with us, hair color! The 2016 Met Gala saw a wide range of hues. The varied looks included all ends of the spectrum. From platinum to rich deep, reddish plums. Highlights were also big on the 2016 Met Gala red carpet. However, enough yapping right? Here is quick breakdown of all the various hairstyles that revived our 2016 Met Gala Hair of the Week Award!

Amandla Stenberg

She literally allowed her hair to be her crown of glory. We absolutely adored her gold hair accessory.

Cynthia Bailey

After the show is the after-party! Reality starlet and model Cynthia Bailey hit the 2016 Met Gala after parties with a voluminous curly fro accented with a crown braid.

FKA Twigs

Here’s how to give those French braids a twist… literally. Twigs wore a braided updo that twisted at the nape up to about center. The look also incorporated hair jewelry that seamlessly went with her designer gown.

Beyoncé

Many could not simply take their eyes off Bey’s backside. We couldn’t either… her sleek tresses with the blonde hair color and highlights were seriously on point!

Zendaya Coleman

This is so modish and elegant we can’t stop staring. This cut is all about precision and execution. If you were born with retro and vintage vibes running through your veins you just gazed upon your new hairstyle.

Kerry Washington

She may have been wearing all black but Kerry’s hair was all types of bold. There was nothing subtle about her hair color that complimented her loose waves. If you’re going to the attend the Met Ball you might as well go all out or just stay home.

Jourdan Dunn

She had us at asymmetrical hair cut. Dunn’s Bob was pure perfection and only seemed to become more stunning from every angle. Moreover, the gray hue with dark roots was just killer.

Nicki Minaj

Her expertly placed platinum hair color showed true craftsmanship. Take note how the color extended all the way to the very tips. Bravo colorist, bravo.

Ciara

She’s currently working on a new album so why not a new hairstyle? CiCi came to slay with vintage waves and metallic silver strands.

Lupita Nyong’o

One of the most talked about hairstyles of the 2016 Met Gala outside of Ciara came via Lupita Nyong’o. Lupita took natural hair to new heights with a five tier updo.

Thoughts on our Hair of the Week special feature on the 2016 Met Gala? Talk all things hair with us by dropping a comment down low or hit us up on our Facebook, Instagram, Tumblr or tweet us @1966magazine.

Fashion

Met Gala 2016 Fashion Recap

Arianne SuggsUpdated on May 4, 2016May 3, 2016Leave a Comment

What an evening of fashion! The biggest stars all came to show off their most stylish threads made by the most renown designers. Every year this invite only event started by Vogue Editor-In-Chief, Anna Wintour, receives a new theme. This year at the Met Gala 2016 event the theme was Manus x Machina.

There were so many creative garments that captured the essence of the Manus x Machina Met Gala 2016 affair. Some gown highlights spotted during the Met Gala 2016 ball that we immensely enjoyed ranged from the subtle to the deliciously dramatic. Let’s begin with the more conservative yet note-worthy designs shall we?

Singer Jennifer Hudson stunned in a white floor length gown that added drama with a gorgeous flowing train. The color palette may have been considered mute or a safe choice by some but the custom HM gown’s overall design made quite the statement. Actress Gugu Mbatha-Raw also wore a beautiful white gown by designer, Gabriela Hearst. How did the technology theme play its part in the Gabriela Hearst design? The gown featured beading down the sleeve sewn by hand that spelled out the word, “love” in Morse code. We love!

Ciara, Naomi Campbell, Zendaya Coleman, Simone Boyce, La La Anthony, Jourdan Dunn and Lupita Nyong’o all wore shimmery and flashy garments. Actress Lupita Nyong’o wore a jade sequined dress by Calvin Klein and model Jourdan Dunn wore a dazzling metallic design by Balmain. Zendaya looked statuesque in an one shoulder piece by Michael Kors. Host Simone Boyce worked her “space cadet” look by Three As Four.

Supermodel Naomi Campbell showed the young’ins how it is done in an insanely beautiful garment by Roberto Cavalli. Jourdan Dunn gave us style visions of what a chic robot would adorn. She walked the carpet in metallic Balmain. Ciara’s amazing HM custom dress incorporated gorgeous crystal detailing. So many that Ciara had to stand on the way to the Met Gala so as not to break them. Now that is fashion dedication!

Do girls in black have more fun? Well by what we saw on Kerry Washington, Zoe Kravitz and Nicki Minaj it sure looked like it! Minaj made heads turn in Moschino while Zoe gave onlookers a slice of fashion heaven from the front and back in Valentino. Kerry Washington looked like a vision in Marc Jacobs. She also confirmed all the chatter about baby number two by preciously holding her baby bump. Congratulations Kerry!

Colorful garments were spotted numerous times making their Met Gala 2016 debut. The Knowles sisters both served with bold hues. Beyoncé wore a form-fitting Givenchy design while Solange wore a yellow David La Port creation. Neutral colors were also spotted on FKA Twigs and ballerina Misty Copeland. Twigs made the photographers swoon thanks to her Versace ensemble. Nevertheless, one of the biggest fashion moments of the night was owned by actress Zoe Saldana. Saldana floated along during the Met Gala 2016 in a feathered style by Dolce and Gabbana. The length literally took our breath away. Just stunning!

Thoughts on our Met Gala 2016 fashion recap? Talk fashion with us by dropping a comment down low or hit us up on our Facebook, Instagram, Instagram, Tumblr and tweet us @1966magazine.

Fashion

White House Correspondents Dinner Fashion Recap

Arianne Suggs May 3, 2016May 3, 2016Leave a Comment

Everyone brought their style A-Game to dine with the Obamas at this year’s White House Correspondents dinner. There seemed to be several fashion trends spotted during the night. Therefore, without further ado here is our fashion recap of the White House Correspondents Dinner!

Color played a huge fashion role at the WHCD. Black was a major hit among several starlets. Wearers included: Actresses Kerry Washington, Gabrielle Union, Rosario Dawson, Tracee-Ellis Ross as well as Actress/Reality star Nene Leakes. Although, length also played a key factor with floor-length gowns dominating the red carpet. Kerry Washington kept her LBD (Little Black Dress) around knee length. The black dresses seen were not a one note either. Intricate detailing, high splits and sexy cut-outs gave the noire gowns sophisticated and sexy allure.

Bold Color was also trending this year at the White House Correspondents Dinner. Attendees that dared to rock a boisterous tint included: La La Anthony, supermodel Lais Ribiero, actress Jada Pinkett Smith and Gayle King. An ethereal hue to wear during the spring season is any shade of white. Stunning actresses Regina King and Vivica A. Fox both demonstrated how to turn heads in white couture.

Tamron Hall took things up a further notch in the realm of color. Besides her gown being a gorgeous gold tint it was full of sparkle and glimmering grandeur! Hall gave us retro Hollywood glamour and we loved it.

One sleeve gowns as well as plunging necklines were also a trend among the ladies. Both style details gave the stars sassy appeal. Kudos to the stylists and well done ladies you looked great!

Thoughts on our White House Correspondents Dinner Fashion Recap? Talk all things fashion with us by dropping a comment down low or hit us up on our Facebook, Instagram, Tumblr or tweet us @1966magazine.

Beauty

Tia Becca Reveals Her Glowing Skin Secrets!

Arianne Suggs May 3, 2016May 3, 2016Leave a Comment

As they say, the camera never lies. Good or bad the lense is going to capture every single detail. Therefore, when you have cameras following you around 24/7 it’s imperative to always stay camera ready. Love and Hip Hop Atlanta star Tiara aka Tia Becca does not have this issue at all! Tia Becca has some of the most beautiful luminous skin seen within the industry. The camera absolutely loves her. How does she stay glowing and looking so fly?

Like many other celebrities, Tia Becca sticks to a skincare regimen. Consistency, avoiding damage and good products will help a gal look glamorous enough for her close up. Tia Becca is always very open to her fans and recently took time to show how she achieves her glow up on the daily. Her skincare must-haves came down to three basic elements:

Moisturizer
Water
Deep Cleansing

With the help of her Snapchat and other social media platforms Tia Becca shared a photograph displaying her very own beauty cocktail. The picture included La Mer products, Dasani water as well as a mask made by Peter Thomas. You may notice that Tia Becca had only included one water bottle in the pic. One bottle a day get her gorgeous, glowing skin? Maybe in a beauty/skincare fairy tale that might be the case. After one of her fans asked about her water intake, Tia revealed that she aims to drink nine of those water bottles a day.

Alright ladies so what did we learn today? Glowing skin is not just for the stunning stars we see regularly on TV. Getting your glow on is as simple as using a good moisturizer, drinking plenty of water and deep cleaning skin regularly.

Thoughts on how Tia Becca gets glowing for the cameras? Talk all things beauty with us by dropping a comment down low or hit us up on our Facebook, Instagram, Tumblr or tweet us @1966magazine.

Hair

2016 Black Hair Trend: Sleek Braids

Arianne Suggs April 27, 2016April 27, 2016Leave a Comment

Looking fabulous and growing your hair in 2016 has never been easier! If your hair is your crown of glory all you need to do is indulge in a sleek 2016 black hair trend to look effortlessly stylish. Recently, one major style was spotted on three glamorous starlets: Zendaya, Tika Sumpter and Aja King.

Zendaya, Tika Sumpter and Aja King enjoyed a luncheon together hosted by Zendaya herself and Glamour mag. The dynamic trio all wore the 2016 black hair trend gorgeously and as if they had sent out a memo to each other first! Whether by intention or not all stunning ladies came rocking sleek braids.

In the past braided trends included a looser feel. However, 2016 braids are all about precision. Neat and sleek execution is what’s trending.

Moreover, braids can be tailored and altered to fit various couture looks as well as personal taste flawlessly. We loved the halo crown variations just as much as Zendaya’s cornrows. Nevertheless, if longer hair is your end hair game then this trend is the way to go!

Will this 2016 black hair trend really aid in achieving hair growth? The word “aid” is truly the answer to this popular question. Braids are excellent for hair retention. Your hair is growing at a steady rate but you may not see much growth due to hair damage factors. Hair breakage from styling or split ends for instance can cause strands to become shorter. Thus making tresses seem as though your hair is literally not growing at all.

Braids are a “protective style” because they allow hair to be protected from elements that could cause harm such as too much heat styling with a hot curler. This protection provided by braids allows hair to grow safely while maintaining length. A true win for any girl with Repunzel ambitions.

Thoughts on the sleek braids 2016 black hair trend? Talk hair with us by hitting us up on our Facebook, Instagram, Tumblr or tweet us @1966magazine.

Fashion

Iconic Prince Fashion Trends That Will Never Be Forgotten

Arianne SuggsUpdated on April 22, 2016April 22, 2016Leave a Comment

Prince was a genius. He made music that has stood the test of time transcending generations and changes in styles of music. He made Doves Cry, threw the best party of 1999 and had us all heralding the dance cry, “Let’s Go Crazy!” There are many ways to look back on his extraordinary legacy; nevertheless, we would be honored to present to you a few of the many iconic Prince trends that will never be forgotten.

Ruffles:

Eat your heart out Captain Jack Sparrow! Long before the Cap, Prince made ruffles of Mozart’s era look modern and cool. His shirts shall live in infamy, for not just any man could possess the je ne sais quoi to pull this particular garment off.

The Color Purple:

We all loved the song that incorporated this royal shade, but we all loved it more when Prince would allow it to be draped upon him. If there was one tint that this legend owned better than any other artist it would be purple.

Exaggerated Collars:

Iconic Prince fashion trends would not be complete without making reference to his prominent shirt collars. Prince enjoyed boisterous couture. His stature may have been a mere 5’2 but his style choices were larger than life.

Mixed Prints:

Stripes with polka dots? No problem! Such a feat may be a styling nightmare for some, however, for Prince it was a walk in the park.

Stunner Shades:

On the stage or off of one Prince could always be spotted in a pair of creatively designed eye-wear. No frame was too big and no brand or amount of lenses was off limits. Prince didn’t go after the trends, he simply made them.

Metallics:

Before Rihanna shined bright like a diamond, Prince was blinding us with his fabulous metallics. From his jewels to his shirts and jackets he went bold. Moreover, he was unafraid to mix and blend. When it came to Prince’s style, gold and silver never clashed.

Cropped Tops:

Prince was the master of androgynous dress. He elegantly wove together looks infused with masculinity yet possessing touches of femininity. The ending result was always a delectable, seductive ensemble.

Prince was not an one-dimensional artist when it came to his music or style adroitness. His music was a perfect pairing with any and all esteemed iconic Prince fashion trends. Donatella Versace, summed it up best stating,

“Nobody has married music and fashion as Prince did… Prince was a genius, most of all my friend. Love you, miss you.”

Prince will be greatly missed by one and all. Nevertheless, his artistry and illustrious image will continue to celebrate his legacy that is far too grand to ever forget.

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Fashion

Chanel Iman Attends Schutz Shoes LA Store Pre-Opening

Arianne SuggsUpdated on April 22, 2016April 22, 2016Leave a Comment

If it started raining heels from the heavens instead of water droplets we wouldn’t exactly complain. It would be odd, but still a nice trade-off. When you are a shoe-a-holic like us there can never be enough shops around to get your shoe game strong. Fortunately, the natives of Los Angeles have a brand new store to help scratch their fashion itch. Schutz Shoes celebrated the opening of their Los Angeles boutique with plenty of supermodel fan fair which included an appearance by the beautiful, Chanel Iman who wore a stylish pair of heels by Schutz of course!

It was a packed house at the Scultz 314 Beverly Drive opening. Major fashion influencers filed in and the shoe-licious party got started! Iman was in very good company at the Schutz Shoes L.A. pre-opening soiree. She celebrated the brand’s new location along with models Alexandria Ambrosio and Olivia Palermo.

Chanel Iman’s entire outfit was a hit, but our eyes kept slipping downward towards her fashionable shoe wear. Iman wore Schutz Shoes Juliana High Heel Caged Sandals. The strappy details are beyond sassy. Capable of adding tons of alluring appeal to any ensemble. Here is a closer look at her caged heels.

Juliana High Heel Caged Sandals

So sexy, so sexy! These sandals are 5 inches of pure chic that are made with a pure leather insole and outsole. What is even better is that these perfect heels for spring and summer come in more than just black. The Juliana High Heel Caged Sandals retail for $190. Get yours by going here.

Fashion Notes: When ordering a pair of these caged sandals there is one thing you may want to keep in mind. Schutz shoes advises that this particular style runs a half size small. So just something to keep in mind.

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