THE L.O.W. 07/16/12

This week I featured a hot designer Rachel Roy.  This designer took a blouse that one may say is a fall top but with it's crisp pop of color is sure a hit for the summer.  I love that this blouse has the cape on it so it set her look apart.  She paired this with a simple pair of black pants, nude shoe and just a simple leather bracelet, this look is a win in my book.  I wouldn't change a thing.  I also love the fact that she wore her hair back.  I think had she worn it down it would have taken away from the beauty of the top.  So here you go The Look of the Week, Rachel Roy!

SUMMER HAIR!

So I do a lot of looking around for new hair styles.  I love doing new a different things with my own hair. I may change the color, I may wear it crazy long (with the help of extensions), or I may just shave it off.  So I took a look at what was really big this summer from celebrities.

My first look that caught my eye I was Miss Miley Cyrus. She is not the little girl anymore and I love the fact that she is really coming into her own.  I think that she gets a lot of bad press for just growing up and maturing as we all know that a women does.  She went completely blonde, we all know how I love blonde hair, (it kind of became my thing).  Some my find it a little much but I love the fact that she took a risk and it worked out in my book.  I think the color she chose looks great on her skin. I'm so glad that she is not to tan to pull if off.   I love the face that she is making here in this picture that she took herself, it just show that she still likes to have a little fun even though she is engaged.



The next big trend is the Fishtail.  Blake Lively was featured in my Look of the Week http://maddieb221.blogspot.com/2012/07/low-70212.html, because she always looks amazing.  She showed how you can take the simple ponytail and dress it up.  I think that she look stunning and it is a perfect length.  I love that it is just a little mess and not so perfect. Let me say I lover her in this yellow dress I must add, it super sexy and the color looks great on her skin.  With these turquoise earrings this look worked from head to toe.

The up do is another great thing for summer. Anna Paquin took the up do to another level.  This hair style is a hit in my book.  It just so well done so neat and clean and refreshing to see a classic style done in a modern way.  I love how this hair style brings out her best feature her amazing face.  It also showcases her great earrings and how mature she is.  I know sometime I can only see her as Rogue from X-Men but with this hair style I completely saw her in a new light.  Yes, I know she is a star on the show True Bloods but I am a fan of her modern style.

Here are just a few summer hair styles that are sure to turn a few heads or just to give you something different from you normal everyday style.

HOW TO KEEP YOUR LITTLE LADIES AGE APPROPRIATE AND ON TREND

As a mom it is important for me to keep my soon to be 13 year old on trend but age appropriated or in her words "Like the kids at school mom". I find it hard to dress her from time to time, Taylor is too big for the kid section but the junior section lest be honest has clothing that I just won't let her wear.  So what is the solution.  I can't tell you but her is what we do.  We talk about what we think looks nice and what is flattering on our body.  And even if she picks something that I don't agree with as mommy she know I reserve the right to veto anything and with that little thought in the back of her mind helps her stay on the right course (at least for now).  Here are a few looks we came up with together.

 

DESIGNER SPOTLIGHT! Tory Burch

This weeks Designer Spotlight I wanted to feature a designer who I would say is going to be around for a while, Tory Burch.  I was introduced to Tory Burch while I was working at Nordstrom. It started with her shoes and then I was exposed to Tory Burch culture.  Tory Burch"is an attainable, luxury lifestyle brand  defined by classic American sportswear with and electric sensibility", translation she mixes classic american style with the things of now.  Tory Burch began her fashion label in 2004. What made this label a monster success was it biggest endorsement  from Oprah Winfrey in 2005. Prior to her label she worked with Harper's Bazaar magazine; was a copywriter for Ralph Lauren; and also worked with Vera Wang, which I feel gave her a in-depth look into how she wanted to showcase her own take on classic american style in this century.  Since opening her first store in Manhattan, NY; which sold out in 2004 she now has 36 stores nationwide and is sold in high-end stores as well.  With her mix of prints and vibrant use of color I sure that you cant go wrong with having a little Tory in her closet.  From blouses to flip flops Tory Burch can cover you from head to toe. Check it out at http://www.toryburch.com/.

 

The Lolita pump.  A shoe that will never go out of style. 

The Margee Blouse.  This can go to office or out shopping with the girls.

The Classic Reva Ballet Flat.  The most sought after flat .

THE L.O.W. 7/0912

This week look comes from one of my favorite former Disney kids ......Ms.  Demi Lovato.  With all the struggles she faced, she is still able to pull it all together and look great with her edgy style.  I love how she too a neon mini dress and just paired it with a simple black leather jacket and back peep toe pump.  It is a look that I replicate frequently.  My favorite thing about this out fit is her hair.  I love hip fresh and she looks amazing.  I added a pick of my spin on this look and yes that is me with the blonde hair.  Told you I like to try new things. So tell me what you think of Demi and me...

     

DESIGNER SPOTLIGHT! Giuseppe Zanotti

I wanted to do something a little different.  I know a lot of bloggers talk about fashion, what trends are hot a who wore what.  But I wanted to talk about the designers who actually drive our love for the fashion.  This is something I will try to bring to you each week.  I will give a brief overview and show case what is featured in the current line. 

GIUSEPPE ZANOTTI

Giuseppe Zanotti was born in April of 1957 in Rimini, Italy.  In the early 1980's he began as a freelance design working with some of the big names in the fashion world; Valentino, Missoni, Dior, and Roberto Cavalli just to name a few.   In 1994 he took over a small shoe company and began creating is own works of art.  In the 2000s Giuseppe took is brand to the masses and now has boutiques around the globe from Milan, Dubai to San Francisco.  Here are a few of my favorites from his Spring/Summer Collection 2012.  We will come back to Giuseppe this fall to see what he has in store. 

I love this tan sued  belted sandal.

This brushed gold toe loop sandal with the emerald color jewel is a hit for the summer.

This black sued peep-toe is edgy and chic all at the same time

This black mesh open-toe with lizard print trim is just HOT!

WEEKLY FEATURE .... PART TWO

Okay so lets talk about more about our best friends.  So I did that small little peace on on earrings which I must say was just my way of getting back into the grove of things.  

Bracelets
Now bracelets are great to add a hint of bling or color to an outfit..  You can stick with the classics tennis bracelet or go with bangles which are all the rage and cuffs are big too.

I love how you can group so many together.  All different shapes, colors, and sizes. But please beware do not put so many on that you go all the way up the arm.  Like I tell my 12 year old take a quick look before you walk out the door and take one thing off.   

        

Now I love how cuffs are crazy big right now.  You can go with the classic metallic or the leather cuff.  I also love when the leather and metal are mixed together. The wired flower cuff below is just a beautiful work of art. 



   

Now link bracelets and charm bracelets are nice too.  Take a look at a few of my favorites. 

  

Here are just a few bracelets that I like.  Tell me which ones you like and where to get them at. 

THE L.O.W. 7/02/12

It's back.....The Look of the Week.  With all things going on it was hard.  I thought that with the BET Awards going on I would see some great fashion but nothing really screamed look of the week. But Stars never disappoints me.  Ms. Blake Lively.  She is wearing a beautiful black nude Zuhair Murad couture gown with Christian Louboutian Shoes.  Her hair is classic old Hollywood, which a girl can never go wrong with the classics.  A simple gold bracelet and a red lip this was a Star look for the starlet.

WEEKLY FEATURE...ACCESSORIES!

Accessories are a girl's best friend, at least one of mine...lol. From handbags, to bracelets to scarves, I got to have them all.  Accessories have taken over; now you can accessorize almost anything. From your face to your laptop.  Enough with the small talk, bring on the accessories.

Stud Earrings
We will start from I guess the top or the the ears. Earrings... I have so many earrings I can't even count.  And I love how just a simple switch can change your look in a blink of an eye. Something that I always have either in my purse or in my car a simple pair of stud earrings.They are small but they give an air of class to any outfit.


Hoop Earrings
Another one of my favorites are hoops.  They can vary in size, shape and color. I think the more hoops you have the better.  I love hoop earrings that have embellishments on them.



Door Knocker Earrings
Now some of my favorite earring just to have are Door Knockers! Yes I love these big obscene earrings. They are so much fun to wear with jeans or a little print romper. You can start with the classic shrimp, or the dolphin. I don't know if anyone remembers the Mickey Mouse Door Knockers. Well I was a a big fan of those.  LL Cool J Around The Way Girl Video had some great Door Knocker earrings in it.  Check it out





Chandelier Earrings
I also love the chandelier earrings. They come in all types of combinations now. This pair below is a fun bold colors that a girl like me love. I love how if you wear them with your hair up how they high light the neck. 




So hear is a recap you can never go wrong with a simple pair of studs. They are good to have in around and they lend class to almost any look.  Hoops are crazy fun with all the styles and decorative accents on them now I sure you will find a pair that you love.  And a girl can never go wrong with lovely hanging chandelier earrings.  I like the once with bold color but tell me what earrings you love. 

I'M BACK!

I took a little time off to get things in order. I dove head first into all things fashion; I took a job for a brief period of time at Nordstrom, as a Salon Shoe Sale Associate. I learned so much about shoes and fashion OMG! I loved it is all I can say. If I post more about shoes that is the reason why. Working for Nordstrom made my love for fashion grow and also challenged me to become more creative with my own personal style. So now I take a completely different look at how I see the fashion world. It was fun getting to work with so many different type of people and helping them make their vison come to life.

So sit back and enjoy you are in for a fun filled ride.

time off.

I just wanted to let my readers know what's going on. I will be taking some time off because I'm packing up to move. I will try to post from time to time. I also will be working on developing my blog and its content to give u my readers something different and fresh. So please bare with me. Thanks
Sha

Weekly Feature Comes to an end!

I hope that everyone has enjoyed this feature. I'm not going to leave you hangin.  I have a few more tricks up my sleeve.  So here go a few more hot pumps.  Oh if you have something that you want to see a  feature on email me! :)


Now this Kensie Girl shoe is ubber cute.  Yes I did use the word ubber.  I love this pump because it a simple shoe that does a lot.  You can pair this with denim if you want to add a little flair or pair it with some khakis and pick any color from the shoe and you have a winning look. Get this shoe http://tinyurl.com/26ys922

Giuseppe Zanotti has made snake print crazy fun.  If I am looking at this right it looks like through the snake skin detail it has green, orange and yellow details.  I love peep toe shoe I think they are super sexy.  I would love to see this shoe paired with a chocolate brown leather jacket. Get this shoe http://tinyurl.com/37taqpe 

Now this next shoe is a cool shoe.  Now everyone may not care for this shoe but I particularly like this shoe because its odd. I pride myself on looking for the things that not everyone is wearing and I totally know that this L.A.M.B.  shoe will be a shoe not to many people are rocking.  Now this is that shoe that all ladies know that you have to hunt for the right outfit to wear with this shoe.  So needless to say that I don't have anything in mind yet but I still want this shoe.  Get this shoe http://tinyurl.com/2apncll

 

This last shoe is is just funky.  I love this shoe because it give you the look of a boot but becasue of the cutouts its not.  The cutouts make this shoe maddd sexy and it doesn't hurt that this shoe has 4 inch heel.  That would make me 6 feet tall, Now I can finally walk the runway.  LOL.  Get this shoe http://tinyurl.com/28qon2t

This feature was so much fun to do.  There are many great pumps out there this is just a few that I like.  If you have any good site for shoes email me or post a comment.  And you may just see your choice on this blog.  

DIVA ON THE GO!

Now I know that every diva has those days where she either wakes up late or just can't part with that much need beauty rest. I started thinking I always for get maybe one, two or bunch of things when I'm in a rush. So I put together my on diva on the go kit.

DIVA ON THE GO KIT!  For that diva in a hurry.

Item 1.  Mascara -  mascara is must in this kit.  If I could only have one thing out of my kit it would be this.  Mascara helps open your eyes up or to widen the eye.

Item 2. Lip gloss or lip balm -  We all know that sometimes after we brush our teeth and don't have time to put on the lip gloss our lips will look especially dry.  So I make sure that I keep a couple just for days like that.

Item 3.  Spare earrings -  I always keep at least a pair of studs or a pair of hoops in my bag.  I totally hate not having earrings on.  Even if its just jeans and a t-shirt earrings help complete the look.

Item 4. Travel size deodorant - I'm not the only one who has done this left out the house without putting any on.  So anytime I see the travel size I pick up one or two.  Diva must be fresh.

So here are four items for your kit.  If you have items you must have let me know.  I love hearing you!

NEUTROGENA FRESH FOAMING CLEANSER!

I tend to use a lot of makeup, thats an understatement, LOL!  But I do love me some makeup, but one must have a good cleanser.  I search and searched and nothing seemed to work. So I tried Neutrogena's Fresh Foaming Cleanser.  Now we all know that Neutrogena is known for its products, but I must say that this one works just like they said it would.  It  really does remove all of the dirt and oil while removing the makeup.  I know that as an African American woman my makeup is darker and harder to remove. I use about a quarter worth of the cleanser lather it up and go to work.  You wanna know what the most amazing thing about this cleanser it removes eye makeup without irritating the eye. With it being priced at $6.99 (plus tax) you can't beat that.  I purchased this product at the beginning of the the month and I totally love it. So if you need a good cleanser and makeup remover in one try Neutrogena's Fresh Foaming Cleanser.  

Weekly Feature Pumps (Continued)

Alright here go some more hot shoes!

Now this shoe right here is that deal!  It is blingie, colorful, fun and fresh.  It reminds me of myself, LOL!  This shoe has so much going on that I would only pair it with something very simple.  You ask why, because I totally want you to look at the shoes! Get this shoe at http://tinyurl.com/2cuh2h2

This purple platform pump is a must have and for the lovely price of $27.99, you may just see me wearing this shoe in the fall.  This faux suede pump. is super tall and and very sexy.  If you want to turn some heads this will get er' done.  I think this shoe would work with a pair of simple jeans cute fitted blouse.  This shoe just screams SEX!  You can purchase this shoe at http://tinyurl.com/28ks64e

This next pump will make you take a double take.  Badgley Mischka encrusted the right part of this shoe.  I love the very slender chin that helps define the pattern that was created. I love the fact that the pattern isn't perfect. Of course you see I love those high heel! :).  This pump would look so fire with a great black suit for work. Purchase this shoe at http://tinyurl.com/28zh4hg

Now this next shoe will make you hurt me, hurt me, hurt me.  LOL.  It super sexy and oh its that color that just makes you think of passion! Red.  Just thinking about how sexy this shoe is makes me want to sigh.  LOL.   This is a stiletto and is not to be played with.  If you want to make a statement this shoe is right for you.  I can't even speak on it, so just look at. ....... Purchase this shoe at http://tinyurl.com/ycvwa9j

Dove MEN+CARE Product Review

Today I am featuring Maddie's Area 221 first product review. This product review comes from someone who is dear to me and is always up on all kinds of different things. His name is Henry Garrett. He is one of my closest friends and it also doesn't hurt that he is my FAVORITE cousin. So take it away Henry!

The Dove MEN+CARE line products are built on the Dove brand’s heritage, which includes 3 key areas: cleansing, moisturizing, and care. The Dove Men + Care products are clinically proven to fight dryness, with no irritation or tightness, and dermatologist recommended.

I like most men used the soap that my wife bought whatever was in the soap dish was used on my skin. I had noticed that she had been using Dove products regularly and I know Dove is suppose to be a woman’s thing and all but to be honest it really was not a big enough issue for me to even comment on and besides I really liked the soap is was smooth and clean. However one trip to the store she purchased her usual Dove product and they offered a sample of the Dove MEN+CARE body and face wash in the packaging, she urged me to try it so I did. This soap was amazing it still had the same smoothness, fresh and clean feel as the regular Dove soap but it had masculine smell compared to any of the top designer cologne body washes and unlike those it actually cleansed my skin and not just coated it with a smell. It has three body and face wash scents Clean Comfort, Extra Fresh and Deep Clean, and has bar soap for both Deep Clean and Extra Fresh. I would definitely say this is a must buy for any man for everyday use.

Weekly Feature Pumps

Now I found this bangin Mary Jane! This is a great shoe for the fall chocolate brown, so good.  This Report Signature took an old classic style and made it ultra sexy.  I can see this heel with an of tan plaid pants a crisp white blouse brown leather bag, leather jacked and cup of Starbucks in hand,  off to work I go.

This next unlisted wedge pump is just a great shoe to have.  I love how the wedge heel and shoe are all one.  This shoe would be comfortable and stylish.  It would be great for quick run to the mall or just something different for work.  

This Bronx sandal it a killer shoe for the summertime.  If you wanna be noticed this shoe will get it done.  I love the earthy color brown and how the straps of the go through the sole of the shoe. Thats super cool.  The leather of this shoe is rich and warm. This stiletto will make you put your good girl walk on.  LOL!

Weekly Feature Pumps

Ok this week's feature is PUMPS!  Yea!  I am a girlie girl who loves heels, pumps, stilettos or what ever you want to call them.  So here are just a few that I found today that I liked.

This first shoe is  L.A.M.B - Dawana- Black and Zebra .  This shoe is funky, fun' and fits into all of the things that I like.  I love the zipper details on this shoe which pulls the eye in to the shoe/ I could wear it out for a night of clubin or throw it on with a pair of slack and hit the office and stay true to my inner rock star! Purchase this shoe at   http://tinyurl.com/2c4ur25

This next Guess shoe is just sexy to me.  Its simple and dainty kind of like myself and screams sexy!  I love the the slender heel and sexy little bow at the back. Oh we all know that it doesn't hurt that it has my favorite color pink in it!  I could see this shoe with a great min dress, jeans, and shorts if done right.  Purchase this shoe at http://tinyurl.com/2btr6lz

We all know that Steve Madden makes some amazing shoes.I saw chic at work totally wearing this next Steve Madden shoe. I must admit she look super cute, professional, and sexy all in the same.  Totally the look I shoot for.  This brown sued leopard print pump with its red ruffle just makes me wanna scream.  I love the rounded toe and its a platform which means comfort! And ladies sometimes we need comfort.  At 4 1/2 inches this shoe would make any girl feel like she was walking the runway even if its just the hallway at work.  This shoe would go great with a pencil skirt or skinny pant.  Purchase this shoe at  http://tinyurl.com/2a56g74

This bebe sandal is a must! It stupid sexy!  Its mot just sexy because of it nude color or natural as they call it but because of the little cutouts that pull the eye into the skin. I love the braid details on this shoe and the sexy zipper at the back.  Pair this show with the right dress and you're sure to cause some trouble!  Or dress it down with a pair torn jeans and a white tank, and it still will have the same affect.  Purchase this shoe at:   http://tinyurl.com/2frmksx

So tell me what you think of this first wave of Pumps.  

THE L.O.W.

Need to get some perspective in my life on how to make blogging work in my very hectic life.  So let get it in, The L.O.W.  for this week comes from one of my favorites singers, Brandy.  I picked this look because I thought it was super cute, fun, and classy.  Now lets make it clear I am usually not a fan of the monotone color pallet but this works. I love how the lighter pieces wrap across the body helping to accent her curves.  I love the see through one shoulder strap on this dress and the gathering done on this dress is done right.  I hate to see a gathered dress were it makes the person wearing the dress look fat in the wrong places.  I love that the handbag, its over-sized just works. The makeup is soft; I love the fresh white fingernail polish and she did a very sleek yet classic hair to elongate her face.  And with minimum accessories and the simple black peep toe pumps makes this look HOT.  So let hear it!  

The L.O.W July 9, 2010

Ok guys this The L.O.W. goes to Amber Rose, because this look is hip, fun, refreshing, sexy, and rocker all in the same.  I choose this look not only for the reasons listed before, more so because it truly shows how confident she is rockin a super low hair cut that’s blonde.  I would totally wear this myself because it looks effortless.  So lets dish about the look; this 80’s inspired print is just to die for and is perfect for the summertime.  It has a beautiful array of fun colors that compliment her skin tone.  The yellow ruffle is done in just the right fashion, because you all know that sometimes ruffles can be totally over done.  I love how she paired the big chunky chain link necklace, simple diamond earrings and gray handbag not to over do it.  Oh, the shoesssss! How I love the shoes, now I know, I know, what is so special about these shoes, um OMG, their favorite color, pink and they are a must have for my collection J. I love how she added the sunglasses to bring the look together.  Um and the gorgeous shade of pink lipstick, totally gives her that rocker type Barbie. So here it is the L.O.W., tell me what you think!