I feel like I’ve been missing in action! Oh my gosh. But, it feels good to be back (post grad-school)! Anywho, I’m checking in today with another fly fashionista simply known as Sonique.
I discovered Miss Sonique during one of my famous Instagram binges. I sifted through her page – completely inspired. And, I was utterly shocked at how she managed to make even the simplest of ‘fits look like a million bucks.
This blogger’s style is fierce! She is a master in proportion play and she also knows a thing or two about rocking more risky pieces. But, despite donning a few trendy pieces here and there, Sonique stays true to her style and let’s her personality (and confidence) shine through.
Slay on, hun!
Want to know more about Sonique of Sonique Saturday? Well, head on over to her blog here or feel free to follow her on the ‘Gram @soniquesaturday.
@HarpersBazaarUS suffered from traditional media’s foot in mouth disease this morning, calling model Lineisy Montero an unconventional beauty.
In the screenshot above, the fashion magazine wrote, Unconventional beauties like @LineisyMontero, who debuted at the Prada Fall 2015 show and was one of the most in-demand models, challenged typical runway standards this year.” Unconventional to whom?
Harper’s quickly corrected their foible by deleting the original post and uploading a more diverse image, writing, “@RuthBell, @AndreaPejic and @LineiseyMontero among others, challenged typical runway standards in the fashion industry this year. On BAZAAR.com @KristenVBateman rounds up the unconventional beauties who broke the mold in 2015.”
They corrected their foible, but the damage had been done.
@ThatGenevieve wrote, “It just rubbed me the wrong way. @LineisyMontero is “unconventional” by who’s standards? Poor choice of words. I sort of get what they intended but it did not come across.” @ChrissyFord, who uploaded the original photo, countered, “I [actually] posted it and I don’t find being called unconventional offensive when we all know what the REAL standard of beauty is in the fashion industry. It wasn’t a race thing, which is why I reposted to showcase the varied women we were featuring, and not to take away that we were highlighting amazing diverse women that are making waves.”
@NKPierre wrote, “We have to pay attention to verbiage. It is imperative that we change the dialogue and empower each other with positive language. Whatever your ‘intent’, the word choice was extremely poor, and honestly shocking. I’m happy sister @thatgenevieve called this to my attention. As far as I’m concerned, the new post is putting a bandaid on what should be a platform for a message (and an apology). Unconventional? Nope. Flat out beautiful.”
Agreed!
What do you think?
Serena Williams continued to slay at the Sports Illustrated Sportsperson of the Year Ceremony 2015! She wore a design that was a collaboration between her very own Serena Williams Signature Collection and designer Aaron Gray:
Aaron Gray also does some work with NeNe Leakes and posted this image on Instagram late last night.
I’m excited to announce that I’m coming to Lagos, Nigeria!
DZRPT TV has invited me to Lagos to visit luxury stores, local fabric markets and fashion houses, as part of a project to bring more awareness to the African/Nigerian fashion industry.
The best part about it: I’m having a Cocktails with Claire event on December 21st!
I’ll be honest: I don’t feel prepared at all, and am still recovering from Curaçao! Pierre and I are going to get our yellow fever shots and malaria pills tomorrow, then we’re outchea!
I haven’t been to the motherland since a trip to South Africa when I was 16; and this will be my first time in West Africa. I am SO EXCITED!!!!
Read more about my upcoming trip on Bella Naija, and see my interview with DZRPT below:
Michael B. Jordan was spotted alongside Terrence Howard and Terrence J at the Bilal 12th Annual Dubai International Film Festival in a Dior Homme Fall 2015 Grey Prince of Wales Check Suit:
His suit was thrown in three-piece form with a burgundy tie and a multitude of pins.
Beyoncé was definitely ready for the holidays while heading into the Parkwood Holiday Party. She donned a Christmas hat, check angora coat embellished with tinsel, Christmas ornaments, glittering bows, and a festive stocking, as well as a $924 Stella McCartney Striped Turtleneck Dress:
Her wool knit dress features long sleeves and allover colorful stripes. Looks like King Bey either snagged a turtleneck version of the style, or layered a black turtleneck underneath the frock.
And just like that, 2015 is coming to a close. Seriously, where does the time go?!?!
As the days count down, we will be unleashing the best moments of the year.
As we do at FBD, this is always an interactive experience: we want to hear from you!
Please let us know your picks for the following categories:
Take it or Leave it, Top Trends of 2015
Designer of the Year
Model of the Year
Best Style Newcomer
Most Improved Fashionista
Fashion Bombshell of the Year
Fashion Bomber of the Year
Outfit of the Year
Best Dressed Couple
Fashionista of the Year
Most Fashionable Male
