If you heart Joy Bryant’s I Heart my President T-Shirt, look no further than www.runwaytochange.com:
Rachel Roy designed the Heather Gray Tri-Blend T, which retails for $45. Get yours here!
Fun Black Fashion Fact: Edward Wilkerson
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Did you know??
The design director behind the brand Lafayette 148 is Edward Wilkerson?
A Parson’s graduate, Edward designed for Donna Karen, Calvin Klein, and Anne Klein before joining Lafayette 148 in 1998. The brand, sold at Saks, Neiman Marcus, and Nordstrom, has benefited from Edwards keen eye for color, fabric, and style . See the Lafayette 148 collection here. Read more about Edward here.
Internship Opportunity at V Magazine
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Word on the street is that V Magazine’s photo and castings department is looking for great interns!
Get school credit in exchange for two days a week working with models, participating in shoots, and handling administrative tasks.
Interested? E-mail photo@vmagazine.com.
The stars came out to shine last night at the Academy Awards. Only a few bomb beauties were nominated, but so many more turned out to perform and present. Let’s take a look at their red carpet choices and see: were their looks hot? Or did they make you go hmmm….
Best Supporting Actress nominee (and undercover fashionista) Taraji P. Henson chose a strapless Roberto Cavalli gown for the big night…
A pretty choice, but a bit plain…I would have loved to see some color, beading or sequins! At any rate, her Fred Leighton diamond necklace is hot and definitely upgrades the whole look.
Tony award winner and nominee Viola Davis went for glam in this haltered Reem Acra number…
..she is literally radiant, and I’m loving the jeweled details. Hot!
Beyonce came out to perform, but first stunted on the carpet in a House of Dereon couture creation…
Hmmm…this dress looks like a pair of drapes fashioned into a dress. Perhaps Dereon should stick to jeans and not carpet couture? Hmmm…
Alicia Keys looked lovely in this colorful Armani Prive….
The dress is hot, but something about her new hair color makes me go Hmm….
John Legend’s boo Christine Teigen kept the bright, colorful theme going in an orange crush floor grazer…
A little low cut, but still cute…hot!
Oscar award winner Penelope Cruz was enchanting in a Pierre Balmain Haute Couture Gown…
She looks like a princess and the Chopard jewels are hot!
Indian stunner Freida Pinto captivated the crowd in this blue one shouldered John Galliano…
I loved the beading and tulle. Hot!
Vanessa Hudgens was gorgeous in Marchesa…
Hot! This is how you do details. Estelle, take note!
And finally the Queen blessed us all with this navy Georges Chakra custom choice…
Everything from the color to the Swarovski crystal embroidery is hot! All hail the Queen!
What did you think?
The style train kept chugging at the Vanity Fair After Party:
I’d wear Christine Teigen’s choice!
What about you?
Reader Style vs. Celebrity Style
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Reader Carina was super excited when actress Kyla Pratt chose to wear a dress similar to her own for the Essence Black Women in Hollywood Luncheon:
She says, “Here’s a photo of myself rockin’ the same red frock!“
Cute!
Which do you prefer: Celebrity Style or Real Style?
PS If you have any examples of your style vs. a celebs’, send us pix!
Get the Look: Michelle Obama
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The Obamas shined Sunday night as they hosted their first Black Tie Dinner at the White House:
A consummate Style Maven, Michelle looked lovely in a floor length strapless Peter Sorensen gown and pearls.
If you want a similar look with a more youthful bent, go with these first lady like options:
Left to Right: David Meister Strapless Sequin Dress, $500. 18″ Pearl Multi-Strand Necklace – 20-Strand, $200.
New Spring Offerings from Coach
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Color is the name of the game for Coach’s new spring collection:
Top Row:Â Parker Convertible Hippie in Mushroom, $358. Parker Shoulder bag in Sand, $358; Bottom Row: Parker Satchel in Yellow, $458 . Parker Shoulder bag in Violet, $358.
At under $500, the purses are a splurge yet still a solid investment. See more Coach spring picks at www.coach.com.
Fun Black Fashion Fact: Beverly Peele
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Did you know???
In 1989 Beverly Peele was one of the first black models on the cover of the now defunct Mademoiselle Magazine.
After she started modeling in 1987, Peele appeared on more than 250 magazine covers including Elle, Vogue, and Cosmopolitan. The California native did runway work for Chanel and Comme des Garçons and appeared in ad campaigns for Ralph Lauren, Donna Karan, and Versace.
Beverly Peele also appeared in Heavy D’s 1994 Nuttin but Love video. Enjoy this oldie but goodie!