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February 4, 2014

In The World Of African American Fashion: Meet Twin Designers Ayaan and Idyl Mohallim…

Meet Twin Designers Ayaan and Idyl Mohallim Ayaan and Idyl Mohallim were born in Alabama but raised in Somalia. At a young age, they returned to the U.S. due to a civil war erupting back home. They moved right outside Washington, D.C., in Northern Virginia. As a way to understand their new surroundings, the twins turned to fashion. They didn't speak any English, so their mother would buy them fashion magazines. They couldn't read the language in the magazines, but they understood the photos, "f[...]

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February 3, 2014

Will Kim Kardashian Cover Vogue?

Kanye West Thinks Kim Kardashian Should Be On The Cover Of Vogue! So apparently Kanye West thinks Kim Kardashian should cover Fashion Magazine Vogue. Kayne is upset because the folks over at Vogue put the "Girls" star, Lena Dunham, on the magazine's February cover. He feels as if Kimmy continues to be overlooked. Rumor has it that Kanye confronted the magazine's editor-in-chief, Anna Wintour while at lunch at the Beverly Hills Polo Lounge. Given the rapper's past history with expressing hims[...]

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February 3, 2014

In The Word Of African American Fashion: Meet Designer Azede Jean-Pierre

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February 2, 2014

In The World Of African American Fashion: Meet Designer Jérôme LaMaar…

Meet Jérôme LaMaar “I was wearing skinny jeans and had a hi-top fade before it was trendy. Kids on the subway called me names, but I went to an arts high school, so my classmates thought I was interesting and edgy” "The 5:31 woman is not interested in common trends, she is clever enough to try unexplored ideas of timeless classics. There is also no room for unwearable Avant-Garde garments nor ball gowns in her fast pace life" The Bronx born, native New Yorker Jerome LaMaar, got his[...]

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February 1, 2014

In The World Of African American Fashion…Meet Laquan Smith…

Who Is Laquan Smith? Laquan Smith’s designing all began at the age of 13 when his grandmother passed down her old Singer sewing machine for him to use. From then on he began creating garments. At the age of 17, Smith was diagnosed with cancer, he pushed through until he won the battle. Once he graduated from high school, he began to pursue a career in fashion. After applying and not being accepted to the Fashion Institute of Technology and Parsons School of Design, he began interning at th[...]

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February 1, 2014

Happy Black History Month: 28 Days Of Black Fashion

28 Days Of Black Fashion Since today is the first day of Black History Month, I wanted to dedicate the next 28 days to something that I love, Fashion! So for the next 28 days, I will be posting everything about black fashion, from black fashion designers, black shoe designers to black fashion stylists, black fashion models, and black fashion icons. So sit back and enjoy the next 28 days of Black Fashion! Naomi Campbell is my all-time favorite black fashion models. She has helped pave the way f[...]

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January 24, 2014

Sarah Jessica Parker Launches Shoe Line

SJP: By Sarah Jessica Parker Sarah Jessica Parker's new self-titled SJP shoe collection is set to debut exclusively at selected Nordstrom stores and Nordstrom.com on February 28. We all remember her role as the shoe-obsessed Carrie Bradshaw from Sex and The City, so this shoe line is kind of expected. Men I may not know, but shoes, shoes I know. ~Carrie Bradshaw Parker's line will consist of Italian-made shoes, handbags, and other wardrobe must-haves designed by none other than style ico[...]

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January 19, 2014

Kerry Washington Bares Baby Bump On The Red Carpet…

Kerry Washington bares her baby bump during the 2014 SAG Awards. During last night's Sag Awards, Kerry Washington made her way down the red carpet exposing her baby bump in a custom Prada crop top and long black pleated skirt. Her reason for the crop top: She loved the idea and she doesn’t have anything to hide. Ever since she announced her pregnancy, she’s been glowing nonstop. I think her ensemble was a fun way to show off her pregnancy. What do you think of her red carpet look?[...]

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January 19, 2014

Style Spotlight: Lupita Nyong’o

Style Spotlight After making her film debut in 12 Years a Slave, Lupita Nyong'o has been on every "stylenistas" radar. Not only is she beautiful but she has an amazing sense of style. When it comes to fashion, I'm convinced this chick can do no wrong. Are you loving Lupita's Style? (function(i,s,o,g,r,a,m){i['GoogleAnalyticsObject']=r;i[r]=i[r]||function(){ (i[r].q=i[r].q||[]).push(arguments)},i[r].l=1*new Date();a=s.createElement(o), m=s.getElementsByTagName(o)[0];a.async=1;a.src=g[...]

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January 16, 2014

Target’s Latest Collaboration: Peter Pilotto

Target Joins Forces With Designer Paul Pilotto Target is back at it with another anticipated collaboration, this time their partnering with London-based designer, Peter Pilotto on an exclusive collection featuring women's ready-to-wear, accessories and swimwear. Pilotto is best known for his bold colorful prints and patterns. His designs have been seen on many A-list celebs, such as Selena Gomez, Kerry Washington, Emma Watson and many others. "Our brand is about print, yes, but it's also ab[...]