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Black Beauty: MAC Cosmetics Star Trek Collection

Arianne Suggs April 17, 2016April 16, 2016Leave a Comment

We sincerely hope that your makeup look for today lives long and prospers. Or at the very least, stays put perfectly in place for the next 12 hours. Nevertheless, our reason for the pop culture quote is due to something far grander… that is, if you are nerdy, trendy, a film buff, perhaps from another dimension or just simply a beauty fanatic like us. Cosmetics brand MAC has announced they are teaming up with Star Trek in order to design and release a MAC Cosmetics Star Trek Collection!

If you have ever dreamed of snatching up the beauty look worn by Lieutenant Uhura (played by Nichelle Nichols as well as Zoe Saldana) then you are about to be awakened to a very cool reality. MAC promises to develop a collection that fully captures the essence of the long-running television show and films. In regards to the MAC Cosmetics Star Trek Collection, MAC stated,

“Spanning half a century, [Star Trek] and its loyal fans cross generations, influencing ideas and aesthetics of gender, race and intergalactic potential. As the sci-fi saga continues, MAC and Star Trek’s latest cinema generation join forces in an exclusive makeup collaboration of cosmically charged hues.”

Sounds to us like a makeup collection of epic proportions! Fans and beauty lovers can anticipate the release of the MAC Cosmetics Star Trek Collection sometime this September. Nevertheless, there is one small catch to all this awesome news. The Star Trek x MAC collaboration will only be available in select markets. Therefore, if you are wanting to get your hands on this collection you still have time to pray that the makeup gods answer your humble cosmetic prayers and bring the fun line to a mall or beauty store near you.

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Fashion

Coco and Breezy Tres Sunglasses Worn By Jaden Smith

Arianne Suggs April 17, 2016April 17, 2016Leave a Comment

O to the M with a capital G! We are such suckers for unique creativity. Coco and Breezy Eyewear never fails to fill our stylish cups to the brim. Recently, Jaden Smith was in attendance for Harry Hudson’s debut performance in a fabulous pair of Coco and Breezy Tres Sunglasses.

One look at these babies and you immediately do a double take. The Coco and Breezy Tres Sunglasses are literally out of this style world. They are like aliens meets friendly insect times Dwayne Wayne of the hit 80’s show A Different World. If you weren’t born or way too young to remember here is a little fashion refresher:

Actor Kadeem Hardison (Dwayne Wayne) rocking his vintage sunnies in A Different World (1987)

Taking this up to a more modern era, the glasses made famous by Kadeem were also worn by another Dwayne…

NBA player Dwayne Wade rocks his Dwayne Wayne sunglasses look

Now it looks like what is old is being re-visioned in order to be brand new. Seriously, who really needs four lenses anyway? The Coco and Breezy Tres Sunglasses are part of a limited edition luxury box. Trust us this box is everything! Here is all what you can expect to find inside if you decide to purchase:

1 pair of Tres Sunglasses
1 extra set of lenses of your choice
1 limited edition stamped luxury box
1 neoprene protective case

If you are looking for the PERFECT pair of sunglasses for music festival season this is the pair that will have everyone asking where the heck you got them and how can they be down. The Coco and Breezy Tres Sunglasses limited edition box is available right now for $499. But you must be quick our dear fashionistas. There are only 100 pairs of each limited edition color available for purchase! Moreover, the brand promises that this particular design will never be reproduced. So then, our best advice is to act now.

Thoughts on the Coco and Breezy Tres Sunglasses? Talk fashion with us by dropping a comment down low or hit us up on our Facebook, Instagram, Tumblr or tweet us @1966magazine.

Fashion

Line and Dot Streetstyle- The Jardin Lace Jumpsuit

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

Let it spring, let it spring, let it spring! Are you enjoying the season? It is the time of year to try out new trends and new looks that may not require a heavy coat. As things continue to dry and blossom some handy styles are coming to the fore. One cool look we are currently obsessing over is an all-white garment that has all the detailing a fashionista could want, the Jardin Lace Jumpsuit by Line and Dot!

White tinted fashions are like LBDs, you need at least one in your wardrobe. Moreover, do you like fashion that is easy to style? The jumpsuit is a chic piece that can be dressed up or down. Go causal with flats or go nighttime glam with a pair of heels. Add a matching bag and you are all set to walk right out your door.

We are currently adoring the white jumpsuit we spotted on model and blogger, Natasha Ndlouv. Natasha wore the Jardin Lace Jumpsuit by couture brand, Line and Dot. The Jardin Lace Jumpsuit is a total spring dream. Even though it is long-sleeved with full length pants it incorporates a few sassy elements. Geometrical cut-outs in a zig-zag pattern adorn the top portion of the jumpsuit and the flair does not just stop there. The Line and Dot jumpsuit also has a deep V-cut design on the backside that ties together thanks to thin twisted ropes with tassles.

Like a backless dress the Jardin Lace Jumpsuit includes a nice little reveal. A view to allow a friendly passersby or secret crush of yours to enjoy. All in all this is a look that can do no wrong.

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Fashion

Ajak Deng’s Saint Laurent 100 Lou 48mm Retro Sunglasses

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

Trust us, seven words… Saint Laurent 100 Lou 48mm Retro Sunglasses. Living here in sunny Los Angeles we are as tied to our sunglasses as we are our smartphones, In-N-Out or vegan food. You know whatever one floats your boat. We have our ways and our fashion choices fall in line with them. We wake up to the sun shining in our eyes and even after it sets our attiude reflects a pop song from the 80’s; we “wear our sunglasses at night.” It is a necessary part of life so we Californians pretty much consider ourselves to be Sunglasses-Connoisseurs. Whatever is fresh, modern and trendy we are most likely a credit card swipe away from sliding them over our peepers.

Therefore, what is cool look for this season? Studded fashions have been everywhere so far this year. Jackets, belts and shoe-wear have all received the studded touch. Now the lovely three-dimensional detailing have found their way on yet another chic accessory.

We spotted model, Ajak Deng, wearing a brand new design by YSL aka Saint Laurent in celebration of it finally being the weekend. She posted several pics of herself while relaxing at a spa wearing her designer shades stating, “happy Friyaaaayyyyy.” She wore a pair of studded black sunnies known as Saint Laurent 100 Lou 48mm Retro Sunglasses as previously mentioned. Here are a few more visuals of her eyewear:

The Saint Laurent 100 Lou Retro Sunglasses retail for $495 and can be purchased by going here. If you are not a fan of black tinted glasses, the shades come in a total four colors as follows:

Black/Gold/Smoke
Havana/Gold/Smoke
Ivory/Gold/Smoke
Red/Gold/Smoke

Ajak Deng looked like the epitome of cool in her new shades. Enjoy your weekend and cop yourself a pair so that you can look straight off a catwalk too!

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Hair

Hair of the Week: Ciara’s Voluminous Waves Announcing BBMAs!

Arianne SuggsUpdated on April 13, 2016April 13, 2016Leave a Comment

Ciara’s hair this week made us want to get up and one, two step! Her tresses looked like they belonged in the grand state of Texas where everything is bigger. Ciara’s gorgeous voluminous waves spotted in NYC was quite fitting for the humongous news she had in her possession for this year’s BBMAs!

The BBMAs better known as the Billboard Music Awards are fast approaching in order to honor the best of the best in music. Ciara was on hand with hip hop artist Ludacris in New York City to announce this year’s nominees. However, the announcement would not be the only time we see this dynamic duo together in 2016. Ciara and Ludacris will be the hosts of the 2016 BBMAs next month!

This will not be Ludacris’ first stab at hosting one of the year’s hottest musical events. Like the Los Angeles Lakers and Chicago Bulls Ludacris will 3-peat this year. So then, let us give a quick round of applause to Luda for scoring yet another hosting spot on the BBMAs.

Luda and CiCi make a great pairing for the show. They already have a smash hit under their belts due to working together. If the song Ride It came to mind go ahead and brush your shoulder off. You sir/ma’am are a music “G.”

Before this post closes let’s get back to that hair! Ciara scores our Hair of the Week award due to sheer volume alone. For weeks Ciara has rocked braids, updos and mostly very loose hanging waves. However, CiCi changed up her hair game by letting out her inner diva. She is serving us Diana Ross glamour. Moreover, the deep middle part gives her locks even more sleek attitude. We love it and hope to see more of it.

Congratulations to all of this year’s musical nominees. You can catch this year’s BBMAs hosted by Ciara and Ludacris on May 22nd. The show will air live on ABC network at 8/7c.

Thoughts on Ciara’s hairstyle for the BBMAs nominations? Talk all things hair with us by hitting us up on our Facebook, Instagram, Tumblr or tweet us @1966magazine.

Beauty

Instagram’s Sassy J Shutdowns Her Beauty Shamers!

Arianne SuggsUpdated on April 13, 2016April 13, 2016Leave a Comment

Like many places, Instagram is not always the fun, pleasant locale for entertainment. In a world of views, comments, likes and dislikes many Igers feel free to say and express themselves in any way they desire. Even at the expense of hurting other’s feelings. Makeup connoisseur Jenae Toney aka Sassy J has experienced both sides of the Instagram coin. Basically, the good, the bad and the oh so ugly.

Jenae Toney “The Power of Makeup” Before and After

Sassy J is known for her dramatic beauty transformations and amazing makeup insider tips. Nevertheless, despite all of her gorgeous beauty contributions some have chosen to treat Sassy J quite cruelly. Everything from verbal insults to rumors as to her condition have all been spread due to the release of her before and after photos. Jenae is a very confident woman who will not to let any Instagram beauty shaming get the best of her. With one post Sassy J shutdown every single shamer for good! She stated,

“People spend a great deal of time assuming the worst when it’s not even as bad as people make it seem. Just to clarify I DO NOT have Alopecia, but what I do HAVE is ECZEMA which I suffered from growing up and even had it on my face quite bad to the point of not having brows. So there’s the TRUTH. Some of you have said such cruel things about me, some even said I have some type of cancer when I don’t. There’s things I can’t help and having brows is one of them.

I don’t want to get them tattooed either and I PREFER to draw them on, it’s a SELF PREFERENCE and I wish more people would respect that. With all the mean comments I get on my before/afters you’d think I’d fold under the pressure but I don’t. I’ve used it to my advantage and have used my Instagram platform for good and positivity.

While I always get bashed for simply being true to myself, some of you be so quick to praise the fake and that’s ok. But no matter [how] much negativity I get, I take the positivity and use that to allow me to flourish and continue to do what I do. I’m my OWN TYPE OF BEAUTY, I’m no IG BEAUTY and I’m happy that I’m not. No, that does not make me better because I believe we are all equals but know I do ME and that’s how it will ALWAYS BE.”

Very well said Sassy J! Jenae Toney is an inspiration to all girls and women who have ever endured negativity on any social media platform. Jenae has made the decision to be the beautiful, confident being that she is regardless of what others may perceive or think about her. A very wise, classy and sophisticated move. As she mentioned we are all equals so there is really no reason to put each other down. Instead lets embrace the beauty and talents that we all possess and be possitive. Life is short and misery loves company and who really wants to sit a table with people like that?

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Fashion

Halle Berry Slays MTV Movie Awards 2016 in LBD

Arianne Suggs April 11, 2016April 11, 2016Leave a Comment

When it comes to style Halle Berry can do no wrong! Halle recently broke social media by starting a personal twitter and Instagram account. Fans loved her aesthetic for the gram, but kept requesting that Berry show her lovely face instead of just nature shots. This past Saturday Halle Berry definitely gave the people what they wanted and then some. The insanely beautiful actress decided to shut down the red carpet at the MTV Movie Awards 2016 in a sexy LBD (little black dress). Halle Berry looked absolutely fabulous in a Noam Hanoch dress with jewels (rings) by Sylva and Cie. The cut-out and lace details highlighted Berry’s killer bod and shape.

Black was definitely a trend at the MTV Movie Awards 2016. Several other actresses and models wore the classic tint as well. We spotted Nischelle Turner in a black Roberto Cavalli jumpsuit accessorized with shoes by Giuseppe Zanotti.

Halle Berry wasn’t the only one looking good and feeling good at the MTV Movie Awards 2016 ceremony. Queen Latifah, Will Smith (sons Trey and Jaden too), The Rock, Tyrese Gibson and Kevin Hart were all having good times. Hart and Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson were on hosting duty for the show. While Queen Latifah and Halle Berry presented Will Smith with the Generation award. Smith was honored for his outstanding television and film career as well as activism for diversity in Hollywood.

Hair Notes: As of late, Berry has had several spottings without her signature crop cut. Although we absolutely love her with next to no hair, we are loving her blonde highlighted tresses right now! The color and length is a refreshing look for Halle.

Thoughts on Halle Berry’s style look for MTV Movie Awards 2016? Talk fashion with us by dropping a comment like its hot down low or hit us up on our Facebook, Instagram, Tumblr or tweet us @1966magazine.

Fashion

2016 MTV Movie Awards: Kat Graham Dolce Gabbana Throwback

Arianne Suggs April 11, 2016April 11, 2016Leave a Comment

Beauty Kat Graham attended the 2016 MTV Movie Awards in a form fitting vintage design. Well… that is if you consider 13 years long enough for fashion to be considered “retro.” Graham rocked a gorgeous Dolce and Gabbana dress that was apart of the DG Spring 2003 collection.

One of the biggest fears of any fashionable woman is showing up somewhere and seeing some other chick wearing the same exact look as you. Kat kind of had the same moment this past weekend at the 2016 MTV Movie Awards. If time travel was real or possible we could of boarded a machine and went back to the year 2003 and find Queen Bey wearing the same DG dress! Beyonce wore the sexy number for the recording of a show at Dave Letterman. Actually, that far back Bey wasn’t even Queen Bey and even more so Mr. Letterman isn’t even on TV anymore; so most likely, some may be reading this like who in the world is Dave?! Yeah, girls that’s just how far back we just went.

Let’s move things back forward then, shall we? We think both ladies definitely had the physiques to pull off the Dolce and Gabbana gown, however, we think Kat’s overall ensemble was put together a tad better. Instead of black accessories like Bey, Kat went for more neutral designs. Graham polished off her 2016 MTV Movie Awards look with Casadeio sandals, jewelry from Sethi couture, Levian and Rachel Katz as well as an Oroton clutch. For this particular dress we prefer less is more, but let’s still give credit where credit is due dolls. Beyonce still was setting the trends back in the day that would still be just as posh today.

Thoughts on Kat Graham’s 2016 MTV Movie Awards ensemble? 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.

Fashion

Black Beautiful Women: Naomi Campbell Book Release

Arianne SuggsUpdated on April 7, 2016April 7, 2016Leave a Comment

Black beauty was certainly beheld tonight at the Naomi Campbell book release celebration! Campbell’s book, Naomi, is a compilation of the supermodel’s outstanding career in the modeling industry. It is a hybrid two volume edition that tells of Naomi’s beginnings as well as showcases her entire exquisite modeling port.

The fashion elite as well as entertainment’s movers and shakers were all in attendance. Guest included celebrity stylist June Ambrose, CNN anchor Don Lemon, PR extraordinaire Randy Bowden Jr., Editor-In-Chief Anna Wintour, Designer Marc Jacobs, Taschen CEO Benedikt Taschen and models the Hilton sisters and Bella Hadid. For the fabulous affair Naomi Campbell dazzled onlookers in a custom made design by Marc Jacobs.

Why should the Naomi Campbell book release mean so much to us black girls? Contemplating on what Naomi has been able to accomplish for three decades is something to marvel. Campbell began her career during a time when black models were barely seen on covers much less a catwalk. Yet, she rose to be an iconic supermodel of the 80s. She helped pave the way for more diversity as well as opportunities for black girls wishing to be apart of an industry that’s standard of beauty did not always include those of a darker shade.

Naomi rose to success not because of her skin tone, but because she possessed the talent, drive and finesse to make it happen. For every shoot, appearance and show she always presented herself at the highest level possible. She is a strong example that confidence, determination and a well-developed skillset can propel an individual to greatness.

What is more Naomi Campbell is still championing the success of black models and encouraging the industry to continue to diversify. Now with the release of her new book Naomi we all get a chance to turnaround and champion her and recognize her for her achievements. The Naomi Campbell book release honored the legacy of a woman that literally helped change the face of the fashion, modeling, and beauty industries forever. Thank you Naomi for being a gorgeous shining example and congratulations on your new release!

Thoughts on the Naomi Campbell book release? Join the discussion by dropping a comment down low or hit us up on our Facebook, Instagram, Tumblr or tweet us @1966magazine.

Cool Fact: Naomi Campbell is a snapchatter! She commandeered W mag’s snapchat during all of the night’s festivities. Can you say meow?!

Beauty

Late Night Beauty Call: Vicky Jeudy

Arianne SuggsUpdated on April 6, 2016April 6, 2016Leave a Comment

Now this gorgeous lady can ring our bell any day! Orange is the New Black actress, Vicky Jeudy, is always a head turner, but we recently spotted a beauty look by Jeudy that made us want to head straight to a makeup counter. Her glittering look is fun for spring and is so perfect for such a shining star.

Vicky Jeudy recently rocked a bold lid with golden details. Her gold eye makeup was matched seamlessly with her metallic ensemble. Creating a matchy-matchy makeup look can sometimes result in a less than stellar outcome. In makeup at times too much of a good thing could turn bad. However, since the focus remained just on her eyes and the rest of her makeup was kept quite natural the matching element of the look did not overpower. Besides, the gorgeous gold we also loved her full lashes and strong eyebrows.

Why should you give gold eyeshadow a try this season? Gold is a color that describes a woman who chooses to indulge in luxury and glamour. It is a tint that denotes wealth, passion, grandeur, courage, glitz, love, wealth, compassion as well as illumination. If you are the type of girl that is all about the high-life with Boss Lady mentality then gold is definitely your color!

Moreover, gold looks AMAZING on brown skin. This season it is all about the “glow” when it comes to being trendy. So take a page from beauty Vicky Jeudy and shine like a star by incorporating metallics into your makeup arsenal.

Do you love Jeudy’s opulent look? See more beauty inspiration by following us on Instagram and future features right here on 1966 Magazine!

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