Muse Monday {IStyleLikeMe}

This Monday's Muse is so near and dear to my heart (violins please).

Kee from iStyleLikeMe and I have been friends for a while. I first met Kee back at a college fashion show where I was one of the event photographers.

But her and I are not the kind of friends that call or chat every day. But the kind of friends that respect each others hustle, and encourage one another along the way. I value her opinion and I would like think that she values mine. We have blogversations at least 2 times a month, and with each one our blogs grow and blossom.

It's awesome to have someone like Kee. She has great style (as her blog shows) and she's game to help you push to the front of the "standing only" line just so you both can get a good seat at the L.A.M.B show, LOL. I could go ON AND ON about Kee but I will let you make up your own mind as to how amazing she really is.

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HAPPY HOLIDAYS / Friend Friday {VIDEO}

Wishing all of my readers (yes you!) a Happy and Safe Holidays!

This Friend Friday I decided to do a VLOG for you guys. The first of many to come.This was my first ever so leave me comments on how to improve BUT be nice please, I will delete meanies!

 

*The Friend Friday project by Modly Chic is a way for fashion bloggers to share more about themselves and create a friendly connection with other bloggers. Join the conversation by joining the Fashion Beauty Friend Friday Google Group. (thanks GritandGlamour for the "exact" wording)

10 Of The Biggest Fashion Moments of 2010

What We Talked About!

It’s so hard to say goodbye to yesterday, LOL. In just a few days we will say “So Long” to 2010 and “Hey There” to 2011. This year, like years before, left us a few fashion memories to cry, chuckle, and be grossed out about.

 

 

The Airbrush Syndrome

Photoshop can often times be the death of fashion. Placing heads on another body, creating a new un-lifelike hip, or even transforming a 50 something year old fashionista into a 30 year old fashion goddess. 3 scandals that made the blogosphere haute this year:

• The Curious Case of Demi Moore’s Left Hip (or lack thereof)
• Madonna's Faux Louis Ad >>
• Did Kimora swap bodies >>

 

 

 

The Evolution of BryanBoy.com

Just how famous can a blogger get? Recently the uber fab blogger, Bryan Boy, admitted that he makes around $100k a year.

Anyone who is surprised at this figure has not been following his journey. From having a Marc Jacobs bag named after him, to his appearances and front row sightings, to tweeting about an item and it mysteriously ends up in his closet, those figures just might add up.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

OM-Obama: The “What Michelle Wears Obsession”

IDK what the obsession is but from the moment we knew she was our first lady we began following her every wardrobe change. It all started with her ensemble from Isabel Toledo and one year later we’ve crowned her the Jackie O of our time.

 

 

 

An Iced Out Production – Chanel Fall/Winter 2010 Collection

Oh how does one reinvent the wheel? Karl Lagerfield decided to add a bit of ice to it. After your fourth fashion show of the day it can get a bit drab. All the models look alike, the makeup trends are boring, and hey … you’re worried about getting all your writing deadlines completed. But what fashionista or writer wasn't in awe at the Chanel Fall/Winter 2010 Collection to see those iceberg backdrops that Karl had imported all the way from Norway.

Fashion's Night Out (or IN)

During a time that our generation might have called the “Great Depression”, Anna Wintour decides to change the economic tone.

What better way to revive fashion then to have a night full of shopping. Trick us all into spending money we don’t have by promising us celebrity appearances, and one day only sales.

 

 

Alexander McQueen’s Death and Rebirth

I was at Mercedes Benz Fashion Week when I awoke to the news. Alexander McQueen dies at 40. Moments later, Alexander McQueen committed suicide. My heart dropped. I’ve been a McQueen fan for some time. It's truly hard to imagine how fashion will live without him. And in the door walks Sarah Burton to sooth our souls of this lost.

 

 

Naomi's Fashion For Relief

In February 2010 for the first time ever in fashion week history you, yes you, could buy a ticket to NYFW show. And as an added bonus the proceeds aided the individuals of Haiti. All thanks to Naomi.

I was there that day and this vibe could not be recreated. Although Anna Wintour tried once more in September 2010 with an outdoor show full of 100 or so models styled by Vogue's Tabitha Simmons.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Fashion Newest Young Style Icon - Willow Smith

I am still confused as to how this 10 year old became so cute, so popular, so fast. Oh wait - she's the product of 2 gorge hollywood stars, Jada and Will. She's got her mom's style and her dad's ears and the stuff in between them too. From Milan Fashion Week, to having her own hit song, to touring with Justin - how can you NOT love little Will Smith, I mean Willow.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Lady Gaga & her Meat (dress)

We got a glimpse of her meat (dress) gracing the cover of Vogue but who thought she was going to actually wear that mess outside the studio.

No words to describe how grossed out I am!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Lanvin for H&M {Arguably the best fashion collabo ever!}

Ahhh, when luxury meets affordability! Some genius decided to let us regular folks in on the lux-apparel by doing great collabos with retailers like H&M, Target, and GAP. But of all the lux-aff (new word) creations, Lanvin for H&M was by far the most talked about. Every blog there is and was tweeted it or blogged it. It was only right. First the buzz came, then the videos, then sneak peak pictures, and more pictures, followed by the actual look book, and then an exclusive fashion show and a huge store grand opening in New York. Which might I point out drew a line down the street and around the corner.

I welcome 2011 with open arms, and I am ready to create a few fashion memories of my own! What memories do you plan to create in the new year.

S.W.A.G.G Academy, Winterized!

Over the summer I was so honored to be a guest speaker for a group of young females at the S.W.A.G.G Academy, the brain child of my bloggeristas Sheri and Kee.

S.W.A.G.G represents what every girl needs and wants to know. For four days the ladies will come together, chat about their recent experiences, and maybe even meet some new S.W.A.G.G members.

So if you know any young ladies who might be interested be sure and share the below information with them.

Muse Monday {FashionWasHere}

Somehow with Christmas near I completely forgot that yesterday was Monday. But who I am to deprive you of my muses! So just one day late (or maybe two) here's my Muse Monday!

I met Taliah perhaps a month or so ago via twitter. I think I need to buy some stock, LOL. I am still wondering how we missed each other. We clearly share the same friends, party at the same places, and more importantly we both heart sushi!

Taliah's blog is so amazing to me. She's one of those bloggers that finds the time to explore the world outside and take those fun quirky pics. Taliah is definitely one of those style bloggers that you want to shoot because they look good in everything! #URGH. But beyond of all that, I talk to Taliah now almost every day. IDK what I would do without my blog besties.

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35x35 {Things To Do Before I am 35}

With my recent birthday I turned 34. I look back and think where did the time go? How come I haven't gotten anything done? My life goals are constantly changing. I've never really written anything down. I just make a mental note and cross them off as I go along. Of course nothing really gets finished because I am not holding myself responsible for them. I decided to keep an ongoing blog diary of 35 things I want to accomplish by 35 (in no order). Each time I accomplish one of these goals I will create a new blog post and how I did it. So here's my list.

1. Take a vacation outside of the US.
2. Lose 45 pounds.
3. Have a permanent resident in NYC. (right now I am there but not really there?!)
4. Save and keep $1,000 in my bank account.
5. Attend a basketball game.
6. Buy an iPad.
7. Meet a celebrity and have lunch/dinner with them.
8. Get a full time writing gig.
9. Run 3 miles.
10. Visit 35 historical places that I have never been before.
11. Learn another language (or at least start).
12. Watch a play on Broadway.
13. Build a family tree and learn more about my background.
14. Attend a fashion week outside of the US.
15. Sponsor a trip to NYFW for a high school student.
16. Completely rid my diet of red meat.
17. Attend a concert.
18. Volunteer at a homeless shelter.
19. Read a book by a Nobel prize winner for literature.
20. Create a website featuring my writings and artwork.
21. Pay off 3 bills from my credit report.
22. Host a bloggers event.
23. Take photographs and hang on my walls.
24. Take a picture with President Obama.
25. Purge my closet.
26. Learn salsa and dance the night away with my friends.
27. Learn to swim (don't judge me!).
28. Ride my bike for 3 miles.
29. Watch a ballet.
30. Go on a cruise.
31. Learn how to bartend.
32. Invest my money.
33. Ride a horse.
34. Get a tattoo (to cover this one I have now = yuck!).
35. Treat my parents to a fancy dinner.

 

Well there you have it. Over the course of 2011 I will attempt to complete my 35x35. Wish me luck.

Give Back with The Baltimore Entertainment Association: SPECIAL DELIVERY

The Biggest Holiday Happy Hour & Dance Fest to benefit 500+ Baltimore Families.

(The Carpenter House and AFRO Charities, Inc.)

TOMORROW
Wednesday, December 15, 2010

5p-9p at Bourbon Street - 316 Guilford Avenue, Baltimore, MD 21202

FOOD featuring A Taste of Baltimore, Premium Cash Bar.

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Show your love, party with us, our city needs you.

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