There weren’t a ton of events this week–perhaps the celebs are saving their energy for this weekend’s BET awards?

At any rate, there were a few instances of chic:

It’s hard to choose, but Tamia (top row middle) gets my vote. Nothing looks cooler than a summer fedora and white shorts suit!

What do you think?

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We’ve professed our love of Tracee Ellis Ross‘ style on the FB before but I especially love how she puts her summer evening looks together: chic, uncomplicated, and with a touch of the bohemian and vintage.

I especially *heart* that she’s feminine without being frou-frou (girl after my own heart), and for summer that can be hard to pull off in the sea of ruffles, flowers, and pink that accompany the season. She seems to prefer abstract yet clean lines, vibrant prints that catch the eye instead of overwhelm it, and strategically placed pops of color that make you look twice. It’s a cultivated, smart, signature style all her own (it probably didn’t hurt having Mama Diana’s closet to learn from growing up). 😉

Channel Tracee’s sophisticated summer sensibility with any of these pieces, *almost* all for under $100!

~Adriana

Streetwear brand AKDMKS has unleashed their Summer 09 Ladies Collection:

Anchored by bold denim pieces, the line is perfect for those looking to re up their summer jean selection:

And if you’re looking for something a bit different, they also have lots of colorful graphic t-shirts:

Check out a few of their items (all under $100!) at www.80spurple.com.

4th of July is in a matter of weeks, and this $45 Limbiate Tote by Aldo is the perfect accessory:

Mix and match with a summer white dress, blue wedges, and understated jewelry for a patriotic look:

Today I decided to reminisce on when Rihanna first burst on the scene with her Caribbean inspired ditty, Lovin that you Want:

This was a long, long time ago…way before the Balmain, Louis Vuitton, and court dates.

Back then it seemed her style was more Beyoncé meets Aaliyah (tell me that dance sequence doesn’t remind you of Rock the Boat!)…

…all in all the video is light, fun, and has a cute Lance Goss cameo!
How times have changed, huh?

Always on the look out for cool, I stumbled across the website for New York based company Good Wood, which makes hip hop inspired necklaces, two finger rings, and earrings out of wood:

Top Row: Biggy, $18; Zebra Jungle, $20. Bottom Row: The Fresh 2 Finger, $18; Boombox, $18.

Endlessly affordable, most pieces are under $25….

Left to Right: Brooklyn Bridge Pendant, $22; Tupac Pendant, $18.

Whaam! Pendant, $22.

…And the accessories perfectly meld urban culture with fashion and innovation:

I love it!

See more at www.goodwoodnyc.com.

Our friends over at Stuff Fly People Like have uncovered these yet to be released Nike Blazer as the hot shoe of the moment:

Get into them!

Read more here.

This $162 Elena Maxi Dress is part of plus size retailer Igigi’s new limited collection:

The fun and splurge worthy style features a bra friendly bodice, empire waist contrast band, and even comes with a shrug!

See more plus size picks at www.Igigi.com.

According to FabSugar, J.Lo has decided to pull Sweetface from the racks after six years of booming sales:

A spokesperson said, “In light of some new company strategies, we have decided to put the Sweetface line on hiatus while we prepare to reintroduce the brand in the near future with new messaging points and an entirely new fashion point of view.“

The high end contemporary line, born as a spinoff to J.Lo’s more urban brand by JLo by Jennifer Lopez, apparently had $200 million in sales in 2006. Sales have been down, but I don’t think the brand is out for good.

Read the rest here.