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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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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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Fashion

Look of the Week: Keke Palmer in Giulietta Resort 2016

Arianne Suggs August 18, 2015August 18, 2015Leave a Comment

Miss Palmer killed it a few weeks back when she attended Comic Con and several network parties. Therefore, it is no surprise that she would continue to slay as she attended yet another all-star event. For the 2015 Teen Choice Awards Keke stunned all in a design from Giulietta Resort 2016.

The color scheme as well as geometric design of the gown make this dress one fun, flirty little number. Moreover, the strappy shoes harmonized with the dresses straps perfectly. In the accessory department we also loved Keke’s tattoo choker. These were so cool to wear as a kid so we are so glad that they are back in vogue!

Beauty Notes: Keke demonstrates how to balance makeup so as not to look slightly clownish. Since she chose to rock with a rather strong eye makeup look, Palmer then kept the rest of her makeup simple incorporating a nude lip.

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Celebrities attend Teen Choice Awards 2015 - Arrivals at USC Galen Center. Featuring: Keke Palmer Where: Los Angeles, California, United States When: 16 Aug 2015 Credit: Brian To/WENN.com — Brian To/WENN.com

Hair

Teen Choice Awards 2015 Zendaya Coleman’s Long Hair Braid

Arianne Suggs August 17, 2015August 17, 2015Leave a Comment

Two ladies who rocked some braids stood out to us during the Teen Choice Awards. Those being the stylish as well as stunning Zendaya Coleman and the always beautiful Yari Shahidi. We will get to Yari in an upcoming post, but for now let’s talk some hair when it comes to Zendaya!

At first glance you may think okay, she is wearing a high tiny bun or chignon. However, then homegirl flips around and you realize the big surprise is in the back. A LONG, skinny braid that is dramatic yet very playful.

Several, girls in office said Coleman was giving us some serious Sasha Fierce vibes. Nevertheless, Bey normally will rock a much thicker braid so we want to give Zendaya credit where credit is due. The long braid was chicly fantastic and creative. Since her hair was pulled back her ensemble including the ruffle detailing (Ashi Studio Fall 2015) was able to receive more focus. If you are ever wearing an outfit that has some intricate details it is best to wear your hair in a simple fashion otherwise the two will be competing for attention.

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Fashion

Teen Choice Awards 2015 Fashion Wrap-Up

Arianne Suggs August 17, 2015August 17, 2015Leave a Comment

This year’s Teen Choice Awards has come and gone leaving some accolades needing to be given. Congratulations to winners Nicki Minaj and Kendrick Lamar for coming away with the big surfboard. Nicki Minaj won for best R&B/Hip-Hop Artist while Kendrick Lamar won for Choice Collaboration for Bad Blood.

The fashion spotted during the red carpet arrivals was also noteworthy. The red carpet surely knows how to make and break stars and it’s fury has no mercy on age. Due to this we have decided to hand out a few awards of our very own:

Arrivals at Teen Choice Awards 2015 at the Galen Center in Los Angeles, California. Photo by Scott Kirkland/PictureGroup Pictured: Zendaya Ref: SPL1104342 170815 Picture by: PG / Splash News Splash News and Pictures Los Angeles:310-821-2666 New York: 212-619-2666 London: 870-934-2666 photodesk@splashnews.com — Photo by Scott Kirkland/PictureGroup

Best Off the Shoulder Look: Zendaya Coleman

(We are suckers for large hoop earrings, feast your eyes on those lobe killas!)

Best Stripes and Geometric Design Collaboration: Jordin Sparks

(This dress also had pockets… we are forever jelly)

Best Floral Starlet: Yari Shahidi

(This girl can do no wrong in the style department see another one of her stunning looks!)

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Hair

Hair Wars: Keke Palmer Versus Rihanna

Arianne Suggs August 17, 2015August 17, 2015Leave a Comment

Today, it is the sassy actress against the singing siren! Who will reign supreme in the hair down-to-there realm? Let’s just break down the hair look in all it’s glory so that a winner may be crowned.

This one is going to be a toughie because the hairstyle in question looks great on both beauties. Rihanna chose wear her sleek tresses in a jet black color with some strands tucked behind one ear. Keke on the other hand added a little more dimension thanks to some nicely placed highlights.

It literally came down to one vote over here, but the winner is KeKe Palmer! As much as we love Rihanna has a raven beauty, Palmer’s extra flair put her over the top. Moreover, as one team member of 1966 put it, “Keke’s edges are just laid!”

Take a closer look at both hairstyle versions for yourself:

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Hair

Hair of the Week: Alicia Keys “Halo” Crown Braid

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

We love a stylish braid because this hair look is so great for black hair. It serves as one of the protective hairstyles which means your strands will be protected from harm while fashioned in this style. For instance, your ends are safely tucked in keeping them from rubbing against something or the elements so that they do not fray or split.

Moreover, besides being deemed safe for tresses it is also versatile for day and nighttime wear. Hairstyles that can be worn day or night will save you time and much needed energy! Plus, if taken care of this particular style should last at least a few days before needing to be refreshed or restyled. Sweet!

We spotted Alicia Keys with her own version of the Halo aka crown braid. Alicia chose to have her crown braided and wrapped around down into a single braid. A great version in order to look like a laid back goddess.

So then, how do you make this style your own? Here are two great tutorials that will help you get the look!

Do you prefer to braid than twist to achieve this hair look? Then you will want to check out this one:

Okay, but what if you are horrible at twisting and braiding is like well, don’t even think about it LOL. There is an even EASIER way to get this look by using a braid extension. If you have two left hands so to speak then here is the simple way to create the crown dutch braid:

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