Michelle Obama Dons Monique Lhuillier For The White House Correspondents Dinner
April 29th, 2013 by NigelThis weekend all eyes were on Michelle Obama. On Saturday, April 27th the 2013 White House Correspondents Dinner took place in D.C. and the event was start studded and filled with amazing fashion choices. Of course our very fashionable first lady gave us life in the style department, opting to wear a black cap sleeve gown from American Fashion Designer Monique Lhuillier.
Though Michelle’s look was photographed from the waistline up we know the gown is amazing from the high neckline with beaded embellishment and lace detailing. Monique Lhuillier is also very well know for her red carpet attire, dressing A list divas like Nicki Minaj, Sarah Michelle, Padma Lakshmi and Naomie Harris to name a few.
FLOTUS paired this look with her famous bangs and her stunning smile. She even received a little shout out from a very happy designer via twitter for rocking one of her garments:
“I am honored @MichelleObama is wearing me to the White House correspondence dinner tonight !! She looks amazing!!! xx Monique” - Monique Lhuillier
Monique Lhuillier joins a host of other designers like Jason Wu, Alexander McQueen, Thom Browne, Tracy Reese and Michael Kors who have dressed Michelle Obama for important appearances in the past.
Image Courtesy: Huffington Post, NYMag.com
Divas what do we think about Michelle Obama’s White House Correspondence Dinner gown choice. Are we happy she didn’t wear another Jason Wu piece or should she have stuck to her go to designer for her ensemble that night. Are we ready to see Michelle do something different with her hair or are you team bangs. Sound off below!
Myspace Partners With Gucci Timepieces On New GUCCI SYNC
April 25th, 2013 by Lifestyle StaffGucci Timepieces has partnered with Myspace, a place where people connect, discover and share to create an online community for the new GUCCI SYNC, a timepiece made for a connected, young music-loving audience.
The GUCCI SYNC Myspace profile taps into the site’s new platform, focused on music and discovery by featuring a special Myspace-produced GUCCI SYNC video, which depicts real-world connections based on music and the creativity inherent in youth culture. The profile will also feature a multimedia mix of dynamic artists.?Gucci Timepieces & Jewelry seeks to champion emerging talent and will collaborate with Myspace to help promote new artists via a specially curated list of musicians. Artists highlighted within the GUCCI SYNC profile will contribute to the SYNC music mix, as well as serve as ambassadors for the watch.
Available in two sizes, XXL (46mm) or large (36mm), GUCCI SYNC comes in four colors: white, red, black and blue. Each colored dial displays Gucci’s iconic interlocking ‘GG’ symbol. The Gucci logo is etched around the stainless steel case at 9 o’clock and also appears on the dial at 12 o’clock.
GUCCI SYNC will only be sold through online channels. For more information about Gucci Timepieces & Jewelry, visit www.gucciwatches.com?GUCCI SYNC will be available for pre-order from Amazon.com at amazon.com/guccisync, beginning April 24th, 2013 and will be available to ship from Gucci.com and Amazon.com at the end of August 2013.?The GUCCI SYNC community can be found on Myspace at https://new.myspace.com/guccisync
Alicia Keys Gets Soaked In A Mara Hoffman Swimsuit
April 25th, 2013 by Nigel
Whats the only way to celebrate a post-baby flawless figure, showing it off of course, and thats exactly what Grammy Award winning singer-songwriter Alicia Keys did on vacation with her family. Heading to the Bahamas with the people she loves most Ms. Keys hit the beach in a bathing suit by American Fashion Designer Mara Hoffman.
The “Techno Animal White” Bikini Top and Bottom looked great on Alicia’s body post baby Egypt and we are sure husband Swizz Beats is pleased with how his wife look.
This particular style is not on Mara Hoffman’s website but the Parson’s School of Design alumni has plenty of out styles on her site from one and two pieces to resort wear that could easily take you from the beach to the streets. Hoffman is known, and sought after by those who loves clothes with a waggish twist. If you a diva who appreciates making a statement in a bold hue or loves a good tribal print or aztec inspired design, Mara Hoffman is definitely the brand to get into.
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Divas what are your thoughts on Alicia Keys bathing suit choice. How do you think she looks now as a mommy. Are you a Mara Hoffman fan, or would you like to know more about the designer, sound of below with some feedback.
Porsha Stewart Wears Giuseppe Zanotti On Bravo’s Watch What Happens LIVE
April 22nd, 2013 by NigelWhen a starlet steps out in a pair of Giuseppe Zanotti heels we can always expect for that moment to major, and last night Real Housewives of Atlanta star Porsha Stewart made sure she was going to have a major moment on Watch What Happens Live with Andy Cohen while talking about her divorce. Porsha appeared on the show in a sick pair of Ankle Strap Haircalf Giuseppe Zanotti heels.
Porsha paired her shoes with a one sleeve crew neck knee length Versace dress with gold detailing on the neck line. Standing 5 3/4″ inches tall with a 2 inch platform the heels have a crisscross animal print haircalf vamp and a red suede upper ankle strap with gold hardware to match the slender gold heel. You can find her heels on SHOPBOP for $895.00.
Actress Vivica A. Fox also made an appearance on the show with RHOA star pairing a knee length embellished Erdem dress with a pair of Christian Louboutin heels, doesn’t she look stunning.
Divas are we loving Porsha’s look on WWHL. How do we feel about her shoes, is this a pair you would rock or are you passing on these. What do you think about Vivica A. Fox ensemble? Sound off below.
Cover Girl: Rita Ora Covers The May Issue Of Elle Magazine
April 18th, 2013 by NigelBritish pop star Rita Ora is the newest diva to grace the pages of Elle Magazine, covering their May 2013 issue. In the editorial that was styled by Joe Zee and shot by Thomas Whiteside the Roc Nation princess is outfitted in the best of the best when it comes to fashion, haute couture from Chanel, Valentino, and Christian Dior runways. Inside the May Issue, which hit newsstands on April 23rd, Rita talk about everything from her favorite designer to her big break in the music industry:
On her 2009 “big break” with artist Jay-Z who signed her to his label: ”I didn’t think in a million years that I’d fly to New York to meet one of the biggest music moguls of our time.”- Elle Magazine
Chanel Haute Couture
On never allowing her record label to dictate her style: ”That should never be allowed! It’s like somebody telling you what to sing.”- Elle Magazine
Christian Dior Haute Couture
On her childhood idols, the Spice Girls: ”I just remember watching them – not even meeting them – and I was completely mesmerized. It feels great to meet someone who is not human, but is.” – Elle Magazine
Valentino Haute Couture
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Divas On The Red Carpet: 2013 MTV Movie Awards
April 15th, 2013 by NigelThe 2013 MTV Movie Awards took place last night in Los Angeles, California where the best actors and actresses gather to watch, and celebrate with their peers as they won gold popcorn awards for categories like best fight, best wtf moment, and best shirtless performance just to name a few. Hosted by Pitch Perfect star Rebel Wilson, a.k.a. “Fat Amy” the show was full of great antics and A list celebrities who graced the red carpet before finding their seats in the Sony Pictures Studios. While this is no extravagant couture filled event there was still was a few hits. So with that being said lets take a look some of these ensembles that the celebs donned for the night.
Divas on the best dress list:
Rocsi Diaz
Selena Gomez
Crystal Reed
Kim Kardashian
Divas on the ok dressed list:
Kerry Washington
Zoe Saldana
Shaun Robinson
Alexandra Daddario
Divas on the worst dress list:
Ester Dean
Ashley Rickards
Hana Mae Lee
Image Credit: Zimbo
Ladies let us know who you think had the absolute best, and worst look on the red carpet at the MTV Music Awards.
Carrie Underwood Dons Floral Naeem Khan For The 2013 ACM Awards
April 12th, 2013 by NigelThe world of country music gave their cowboy boots and straw hats a rest and dusted off their real formal attire for the 48th Annual Academy Of Country Music Awards Red Carpet. Taking place on Sunday, April 7th, 2013 at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas the biggest stars in country music shined on the red carpet. One star who caught our attention in particular was Carrie Underwood.
The forth season American Idol winner, and six times Grammy Award winning artist hit the red carpet in a floral dress from Naeem Khan. The strapless, floral print dress in from the designers Resort 2013 collection. Carrie was beautiful in Naeem Khan, the oversized floral print was the perfect amount of wild and crazy for the 2013 ACM Awards, plus when your a ten time ACM Award winner you have to make a statement when you show up.
Divas know we want to know your thoughts on Ms. Underwood’s look. Is the bold floral number something you would wear or is it too much to handle. Was Carrie a best dress or worst dress nominee when it comes to shining on the red carpet, sound off below.
Wild Shoe Wednesday: Cassie Rock Christian Louboutin On 106 & Park
April 10th, 2013 by NigelMaking her rounds promoting her mixtape Rock a Bye Baby which is set to launch on April 11th, 2013, leader of the half shaved heads and Bad Boy Records recording artist Cassie chopped it up with the folks over at BET 106 & Park in a pair of Christian Louboutin Dufoura Open-Toe Red Sole Booties.
These festive Louboutin are a mixture of specchio and cuoio leather, transparent PVC, and suede. The five inch booties have a five inch heel and a 1 1/2″ inch platform with a leather lining and sole. The transparent ankle strap is windshield-wide and also has a back zipper to help with putting the shoe on easily.
Neon colors are always a huge trend during the warmer months so these heels are a great buy for those divas looking to make a luxury purchase. Also this transparent trend is also appearing on shoes from a number of different brands so its no surprise that Christian Louboutin joined the fun and created their own see through shoe. These shoes retail at $1095 dollars and can be found on Neiman Marcus
Of course Cassie worked these shoes into her signature tomboy look. Wearing the shoes with a pair of black harem pants and a 3.1 Phillip Lim Get It Girl cotton-appliquéd silk-chiffon top from the designer Spring 2013 collection.
Ladies would you wear Cassie’s Christian Louboutin heels. If so how would you style them. Are you feeling Cassie’s entire look. Sound off below!
Beyonce Covers Vogue UK in Spring 2013 Jonathan Saunders
April 4th, 2013 by NigelBeyonce Vogue UK Cover
Beyonce is definitely proving she’s been on, and giving folks a reason to bow down. The pop icon latest 2013 buzz is landing the May cover of Vogue UK. King Bey graces the cover in a striped crop top and sequin pencil skirt by Jonathan Saunders‘ from his Spring 2013 collection.
Jonathan Saunders’s Spring 2013 Runway Look
Image Courtesy: Fashionista.com
Inside the issue Bey talks mother hood, confidence, and her battle wounds from preparing for her world tour that starts on April 15:
“I’m always bruised somewhere – my legs, my hips,”she says of the gruelling preparations that make for those spectacular shows. “But you’ve already started so you’ve just gotta fight through it.” - vogue.co.uk
Rumor has it that Mrs. Carter has secured the cover for V magazine but until the official cover photo is released we can only keep our fingers crossed that she can add that to her list of 2013 accomplishments.
Beyonce Vogue UK Cover
Beyonce Vogue UK Cover
Beyonce Vogue UK Cover
Divas what do you think about this new Beyonce Magazine cover. Are we over seeing Bey on every publication cover or so we want more. Is the UK cover better than her American Vogue cover, let us know below.
Beyonce Vogue UK Cover
Beyonce Vogue UK Cover
Beyonce Vogue UK Cover
Married To Medicine’s Quad Visits Watch What Happens Live in BCBGMAXAZRIA
April 1st, 2013 by Nigel
Throwing shade on the latest episode of Bravo’s T.V. Watch What Happens Live with Andy Cohen was reality personality from Bravo’s new reality show Married To Medicine, Quad Webb- Lunceford. Quad was spotted on the late night talk show along side Housewives of Atlanta star Kandi Burruss in head to toe BCBGMAXAZRIA.
Ms. Quad wore a Janus One-Shoulder Gown, a Skinny Hinge Hip Belt and a pair of Runway Hex Color Blocked Sandals.
The one-shoulder gown has a round neck with single short draped flutter sleeve with a high slit in the front of the garment and a concealed center back zipper with a hook-and-eye closure.
The multiple hinge belt is faux-leather with a turn lock detailed buckle. The statement piece of the looks were the runway color blocked open toe sandals. The leather shoes have a 5.5″ inch metallic heel with a 1″ inch exposed platform.
Not only was Quad’s Watch What Happens Live outfit perfect to try during the spring but the price point is accessible, each individual piece retails under $350 dollars. The dress retails at $338 dollars, the belt is $48 dollars, and the shoes are $325 dollars. You can find the entire look on BCBGMAXAZRIA official website, bcbg.com.
Watch Quad in action below:
Did you tune in to Watch What Happens Live to see Quad’s Look? If you had $400 to spend on two of these pieces to complete the look, which ones would you buy? Sound off below and let us know your thoughts.
