That Rihanna reign just won’t let up.

While the artist tours with her Anti album, LVMH has announced that their Kendo division has inked a deal with the Bajan princess to help develop her beauty brand. And while it won’t be coming our way this year, the pair have the project on a Fall 2017 release schedule.

We first got wind of a possible Rihanna makeup brand back in 2014 when the singer and growing mogul trademarked a ton of categories for the name Fenty. Amongst those were lingerie, nails, clothing, apparel and makeup. Back then she was still collaborating with other brands like MAC. The lipstick she made with them sold out in three hours and ended with Rih Rih being a face of the brand. She’s also worked with Viva Glam

In what is reported to be as high as a $10 million deal, Fenty Beauty by Rihanna is set to be the third color cosmetic deal for Kendo. Her predecessors? Kat Von D Beauty and Marc Jacobs Beauty according to WWD. “Fenty Beauty by Rihanna is a beauty rocket ship that will appeal to a huge and diverse global audience,” David Suliteanu, CEO of Kendo said. “We are aiming for the stars.”

We’re expecting some bold lip products and a ton of beautiful imagery. Are you excited for the launch?

Lately, Kerry Washington’s eclectic, sizzling and vivacious style have captured so many Bombers and Bombshells on the site, it felt absolutely necessary to take a trip down the yellow brick road and show her true style evolution over the years.When Kerry first stepped on the scene, she was still wearing form-hugging silhouettes and color-coordinated frocks, but master tailoring, cut, form and fit left a little to be desired on the beauty.

Although many don’t fully remember Kerry Washington’s original days of ‘Save The Last Dance’ and ‘I Think I Love My Wife’, she has blossomed into a full-out Powerhouse and Businesswoman, garnering media attention for her movie promotions, nail line with OPI, becoming a brand ambassador for Neutrogena, or even keeping all eyes glued to her (and her wardrobe) as the daringly refined, designer-sporting worst nightmare to any politician in DC, Olivia Pope.

Nowadays, Kerry is seen in only the best of the best: Mary Katrantzou, Givenchy, Carrolina Herrera, Dolce & Gabbana, and many more top designer names, pushing her into the realms of a real-life Black Barbie with a varied and enviable closet.

Just as we’ve seen the progression of the conceptualization of Olivia Pope over the past seasons (she’s finally got a little color in her wardrobe!), we’ve seen Kerry Washington delve into and redefine her aesthetic in a remarkable way as she continues to shape her style and inspire fashionistas everywhere!

Fearlessly blending the lines of inter-sectionality between womanhood and being a person of color in her work on and off the set, Washington also uses her voice to vocalize various disparities in the social community, whether it be the excessive photoshopping that takes places in the media to her recent work on re-profiling some very notable names in history, such as Anita Hill.

Quite the opposite from many of the powerful women she plays on TV, Washington’s multifarious style is quite bold in color, refined in cut, and impressive all-around. We know what whenever she steps on the scene, Kerry’s bound to impress!

With her signature mix of classic shaping, elegant styling and fashion-forwardness, Kerry Washington is seriously the lady of the hour with a transformative style evolution to match!

What do you think of Kerry Washington’s style evolution over the years?

Take a look back at Kerry’s first Elle Cover (back in 2013!):

Alesha Dixon gave a sexy spin on the classic black and white combo at the Roof Gardens in Kensington. She slipped on a $99 House of CB Ayanna Bodysuit, $583 Pierre Balmain White Skort, and $280 Carvela Kurt Geiger Whisper Boots:

Her sheer bodysuit is crafted from a knit construction.

Her skort boasts a detachable skirt panel, double-breasted button closure, and two front flap pockets.

Her black boots feature an over-the-knee length and 4.3″ block heels.

I’m on the fence with this one…

Get Alesha’s bodysuit here, the black version of her skort here, and her boots here.

What do you think?

Jada Pinkett Smith took to The State of the Industry: Past Present and Future panel during CinemaCon 2016. For the occasion, she slipped on a $3,375 Beau Souci Suede Double Breasted Blazer, $1,375 Contrast Waistband Shorts, and Francesco Russo Feather Sandals:

Her suede blazer boasts round lapels, a sailor-inspired button closure, and two flap pockets. Check out the long-line version below.

Her matching suede shorts feature a contrast waistband.

Hot!

If you’re up for the splurge, get the long-line version of Jada’s jacket here and her shorts here.

Thoughts?

Karrueche Tran is hustling hard!

The model/actress revealed that she has joined forces with a brand, known as TIALS, to create a very limited streetwear influenced capsule collection. With the introduction of this dynamic collaboration, the overall goal is to combine fashion and function with iconic styles ideal for braving desert heat and harsh festival conditions.

The collaboration will include six must-have items. With pieces that can easily go from day to night (or poolside to the Sahara Tent), the designs are both provocative and practical, and perfectly combine TIALS’s and Tran’s shared elevated sexy tomboy aesthetic.

When disclosing the inspiration behind her new line, Karrueche disclosed, “I love Coachella, and going to music festivals in general, so I wanted a festival collection that reflected streetwear and urban elements to show that Coachella isn’t just flower crowns and boho style”.

Can’t wait to see some of the pieces!

What do you think?

Signing Out — Esmesha

 

Sports Illustrated is recognizing some of the most fashionable athletes in their latest May 2016 issue! In celebration of the featured style stars, the publication held an event at Vandal in New York City. The guests slipped out of their jerseys and sneakers in exchange for sky-high heels, tailored suits and statement-making embellishments.

So, keep scrolling to see who showed up and showed out!

Hannah Bronfman was the DJ of the Hour! The style maven/fitness extraordinaire slayed in a black Bec and Bridge off-the-shoulder dress which also features lace-up sleeves and a fitted silhouette. Hot!

Model Rose Bertram wore a structured Balmain x H&M black silk velvet dress and over-the-knee boots.

The lovely Chanel Iman went bold in the ‘Cutout Ultrasuede’ dress by Vatanika. Love this!

Nina Agdal went festive in a navy blue embellished mini by Chanel and a matching shoulder bag by Malene Berger.

Denver Broncos linebacker and Super Bowl 50 MVP Von Miller was all smiles alongside Witney Carson.

DeMarco Murray of the Tennessee Titans and Victor Cruz of the New York Giants were also in attendance. My God, talk about a double dose of handsome!

Swin Cash of the New York Liberty looked flawless as she color-blocked in a fitted blue dress and purple pumps. Yes!

Model Damaris Lewis rocked a black jumpsuit and brown wedges.

And, Michael Strahan struck some pretty impressive poses for the cameras, lol!

The television personality and former New York Giants defensive end looked every bit of dapper in a tailored suit. He better werk!

What do you think of the looks?

Signing Out — Esmesha

Earlier this week, the 2016 Breast Cancer Research Foundation held its highly-anticipated Hot Pink Party at the Waldorf Astoria in New York City! Every April, some of the city’s most revered philanthropists and celebrity guests attend this monumental event to help raise funds for lifesaving breast cancer research.

Let’s check out some of the gorgeous attendees!

Our girl LaLa Anthony shut it down in a semi-sheer Vera Wang number. Yes!

Actress Elizabeth Hurley was also on hand while uplifting a simple Jovani pink halterneck gown.

Fashionista Olivia Culpo chose a softer hue for the occasion. The beauty slipped into a Alessandra Rich off-the-shoulder pistachio knotted silk dress and matching heels. Cute!

Television personality Nigel Barker graced the cameras alongside his lovely wife Cristen Chin Barker. How adorable are they?!

Designer Vera Wang looked chic in a light pink ensemble.

Actress/singer Patina Miller slayed in all-black as she rocked a fun cocktail dress by Amaya Arzuaga. She accented her look with peep-toe pumps and a flawless top-knot. Werk!

Iconic ballerina Misty Copeland kept it sexy with a plunging neckline and cutout effects. She’s so beautiful!

Bethenny Frankel showcased her enviable frame in a structured burgundy pick.

Tracy Anderson was on-trend in a boudoir-inspired hot pink slip dress.

 

Thoughts on the looks?

Signing Out — Esmesha

Comedienne Amy Schumer chatted and chuckled with Jimmy Fallon on The Tonight Show last night and looked sleek amidst the laughter and playful banter.  She wore a $950 Victoria, Victoria Beckham Two-Tone Wool-Crepe Mini Dress:

This ’60s-inspired shift dress is cleverly color-blocked to appear as a separate top and skirt.

 Cut from tactile wool-crepe, this design has a darted bust and is finished with subtle black satin trims. The silk lining creates a smooth and comfortable fit.

 

She punctuated her look with a slight smokey eye, high ponytail, and a pair of $675 Christian Louboutin ‘So Kate’ pumps:

 

 

In orange patent leather, this nearly five-inch stiletto brings a vibrant pop of color to her ensemble.

 

Amy’s been making us keel over in laughter and surely has our eyes open when it comes to her style.  And with this unpredictable weather, it’s nice to see a burst of color to liven up the room.  Though, with a personality like hers, I’m sure she doesn’t need it.

 

Do you think her look is worth the splurge?  If so, you can click here to shop her dress, and here for her shoes.

Thoughts?

The women of today’s Beauty Crush Wednesday are two women that really pull at my heart strings…and not just because they took a photo with me at New York Fashion Week.

These beauties are known individually as TK Wonder and Ciprianna Quann, but collectively known as the Urban Bush Babes.

The first thing many people flock over is their hair, which, yes, is all theirs. Aside from carving out their niche in the natural hair community and true testaments that people with 4C textured hair CAN grow their hair long with proper nutrition and hair care, both young ladies have fostered individual communities through the platforms of motivational speaking, blogging, modeling and music. IIn addition to being a place for naturalistas to feel welcome and at home, UrbanBushBabe also tackles the worlds of beauty, arts, culture, self-affirmation, and definitely female empowerment. Both women have opened up before on how they were bullied about their hair (which I could definitely relate to), their style, and even opened up about their tumultuous childhood racked with addiction, abuse, and self-worth issues:

In all honesty, these women are beautiful for so much more than their physical aesthetics of beauteous facial features, eclectic style and out-of-this-world hair. Anyone willing to share their story and rise on top to not only better themself, but work to inspire and better the community, is totally worthy of being a beauty crush.“I decided a long time ago that I wasn’t going to let my past decide who I was,” was one of the most powerful quotes of the video, which also reveals the beauty in these women who are opening the door, through their own stories, the issue of mental health and addiction in the Black community. While we can sit and discuss how beautiful these women physically are or covet the locs of hair that fall from their crown, I would say the true beauty lies in the fact they represent hope for other young people in similar situations. That we are not byproducts of our past…we possess the magic to create our future.

I love these women so much and now, maybe you’ve been introduced to two more women you can add to your #BlackGirlMagic/BlackGirlsRock list. So that’s why they’re our Beauty Crush, are they yours?

 

Midweek has come quickly, and boy, am I already ready for the weekend! I always love featuring up and coming artists and designers who rock their work to see how you guys respond! Today, we’ve got Renita from BK, Brooklyn, NY:

“My name is Renita Biddle and I reside in Brooklyn, NY. “ 

“I am a designer, so I often wear my own designs.”

“I describe my style as spontaneous and unconventional chic.”

“I tend to stay away from trends and opt for bold, but whimsical fashion that’s based on an impulse or mood of the moment.”
“Thank you for your amazing, inspiring blog that has set the standard in the fashion realm!”

Okay Renita! You definitely rock a variety of looks with grace and confidence (which as a designer, is EXTREMELY important). I’m diggin’ that red jumper, especially. Ya’ll can check out Renita on IG: @cherubimrb. Let me know! What do you think of her style?

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