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Pink Everyday! OPI Partners with Platinum Recording...

Fri, 28 Oct 2011 18:30:00 -0400

Did it on em'

Fly

Pink Friday

Metallic 4 life

Save Me

Super bass shatter

Pink Everyday!

OPI Partners with Platinum Recording Artist Nicki Minaj to Launch Limited Edition Lacquers

OPI announces the launch of six new limited edition shades inspired by hip hop sensation Nicki Minaj, including a purple Shatter! Inspired by Minaj’s unique style, love of bright colors, and her debut album Pink Friday, the Nicki Minaj by OPI promotion will feature an array of bold hues, from neon lime green to pink.

“OPI is so excited to work with Nicki in releasing these six new nail lacquers,” said Suzi Weiss-Fischmann, OPI Executive VP & Artistic Director. “Nicki has taken the hip hop world by storm, but her music is only part of the equation. She’s also become a fashion inspiration, noted for her daring costumes and hair color both on and off the stage.”

Nicki’s eclectic look made including a new hue in OPI’s bestselling Shatter coat a must for this collaboration. The purple Super Bass Shatter(a record-setting purple that “shatters” before your eyes) is inspired by graffiti art and works when painted over any dry OPI hue. Adding top coat takes Super Bass Shatter from matte to glossy in seconds.

The line features five nail lacquers in addition to Super Bass Shatter, ranging from fantastic pink, rainbow confetti glitter and charcoal sparkle hues to two green shades in lime and teal:

Pink Friday
Kick off the weekend with this pop! of bubblegum pink.

Metallic 4 Life
This charcoal sparkle flies with the stars in the skies.

Save Me
I drove for miles just to find this silver-rainbow glitter.

Fly
I came to win, to fight…and to wear this aqua.

Did It On ‘Em
A lusty little lacquer that loves the “lime”-light.

Nicki Minaj by OPI nail lacquers contain no DBP, Toluene, or Formaldehyde, and feature OPI’s exclusive ProWide^™ Brush for the ultimate in application. This limited edition promotion will be available beginning January 2012 at Professional Salons, including Beauty Brands, Beauty First, Chatters, Dillard’s, JCPenney, Pure Beauty, Regis, Trade Secret, and ULTA, for $8.50 ($10.95 CAN) suggested retail for each nail lacquer.

For more information, please call 800-341-9999 or visit www.opi.com. Follow OPI on Twitter @OPI_PRODUCTS and become a Facebook fan!

swagggirlicious: Terrell Owens:NFL/Reality Show star was...

Fri, 12 Aug 2011 10:19:58 -0400

swagggirlicious:

Terrell Owens:NFL/Reality Show star was slapped with ANOTHER lawsuit (by the same baby mama) for not paying his child support. Melanie Paige Smith, in a civil suit filed Aug. 9 in Fulton Superior Court, alleges Owens has not paid child support for the month of August and has said he does not plan to make future payments.

The football player was ordered in May 2007 to pay $5,000 per month, according to the suit, which estimated his monthly income at $666,000. Owens made June and July payments only after being threatened with legal action, the document states. The 37-year-old Alabama native, who holds or shares several NFL records, is currently a free agent. He last played for the Cincinnati Bengals in 2010.

Smith and Owens have a 5-year-old daughter.

floetryinmotion: Single Ladies Cast - Enough Diversity?? I must...

Fri, 12 Aug 2011 10:05:12 -0400

floetryinmotion:

Single Ladies Cast - Enough Diversity??

I must re-visit the Single Ladies topic. Earlier I noted how wonderful it is to see black people portrayed in a positive light. I still stand by that. My only hang up is the lack in color diversity amongst the main female cast members.

So we have two white women (Charity Shea & Cassandra Clementi), a light-skinned black woman (Lisa-Raye) and a darker light-skinned woman (Stacey Dash). I’m going to go so far as to say it seems like there’s a brown paper bag rule for being in this clique (GASP; I said it).

Don’t get me wrong. I love all of them!! But, it would have been nice to see a Kelly Rowland type or Jill Marie Jones type (remember fiery Toni Childs from Girlfriends??) part of the main cast.

Obviously, casting crews carefully and meticulously choose what actors to cast in a show based off of many different factors (looks, acting ability, star power, etc.), but I wonder, just how much weight did the skin tone of the black women they selected carry…..Was the darker-skinned woman avoided or was it just by chance that only lighter skinned women made the cut for the main cast?

Juicy Magazine online launch event NYC Last night was amazing....

Wed, 10 Aug 2011 21:47:00 -0400

K Foxx hot 97 morning show

DJ Rashida

Ambush Make Over's Nicole Williams

TV & Radio personality Egypt

Amanda Diva

Alize` models

Celebrity MUA Monifa Coffee

Mashonda

Juicy Magazine online launch event NYC

Last night was amazing. What started out as a lack luster day, due to massive RAIN! NYC redeemed itself, by clearing up those grey skies and letting JUICY magazines’ star studded event shine!

With Carols Daughter, Miss Jessie’s hair care and Alize as a few of the sponsors… we left the event feeling groovy with great gift bags!!! Wooorrrqqq!

Music by DJ Rashida created a great energy for the crowd, you could help but do a little 2step while networking and mingling!

Gema & I had a blast, and look forward to their next event… OOooowwww!!

www.JuicyMagonline.com

From our sisters at swagggirlicious: After a much successful...

Thu, 04 Aug 2011 13:54:35 -0400

From our sisters at swagggirlicious:

After a much successful reality TV show, newly weds Toya and Memphitz have been appointed as the new faces of Ampro Pro Styl’s styling gel , Hip Hop Wired reports. The couple, who tied the knot this summer, will also be featured in the company’s global advertising campaigns.

Jack Sammons, President of Ampro Industries, said in a statement:

“At Ampro, we are impressed with Toya’s efforts to improve her life and the lives of those around her as documented on her reality television show, ‘Toya: A Family Affair,’ and in her inspiring book, Priceless Inspirations.

Similarly, we are proud of MeMpHiTz’ achievements. He’s a homegrown Memphis favorite who has become a success in the music industry with both Jive Records & his own imprints Hitz Committee and Do Work Enterprises. We feel the path he has taken in his career is one which should be a model for young artists and encouraged on a national level.”

This is a great look for the both of them. Congrats

oh-so-coco: KARL LAGERFELD’S MACY COLLECTION - At a special...

Thu, 04 Aug 2011 13:53:18 -0400

oh-so-coco:

KARL LAGERFELD’S MACY COLLECTION - At a special viewing today, Macy’s gave the press an advance look at Karl Lagerfeld’s 45-piece limited-edition collection. The line debuts online and in over 200 stores on August 31st, but here is your first look at the campaign which features a girl you might know. Much more to come…

Paper Eye lashes?! Inspired by the art of...

Thu, 04 Aug 2011 13:24:00 -0400

Paper Eye lashes?!

Inspired by the art of Chinese paper-cutting, Eyelashes blend an element of traditional culture with contemporary design.

Intricately cut and delicately pretty, Eyelashes

are now available in 11 styles, each infused with symbolic meaning rooted in Chinese culture:

Peacock: auspicious and lucky days

Horses: symbolic of success

Peony: for happiness and good fortune

Peach blossom: a symbol of love and romance

Butterfly: free, beautiful and sensitive

Clown: bring the whole happiness

Unique & expressive Eyelashes come in two sizes: accentuate the corners of your eyes with the smaller lashes for a subtle daytime look, or make a statement with the full lashes for a special occasion.

Not yet sold in the US, for this is a UK fan fav… visit one of my fav “Haute” site www.ASOS.com for your pair of Paper Lashes.

Last night I attended the P.Luca/Barami event...

Fri, 29 Jul 2011 16:57:00 -0400

Last night I attended the P.Luca/Barami event @ Juliette superclub.

It was a “fashion night out” for Fashionista’s & Fashionisto’s.

This was the 2011 fall preview event, filled with Fur vests, chiffon peasant blouses, leather leggings, and chunky neck wear!

Celeb designers, Cocoa, Breezy & Richie Rich were amongst the crowd, and they even had a kick ass guitarist rock out to some of our fav top 40 hits while the models sashayed down the cat walk. Wooorrrrqqq!

visit www.PLuca4Barami.com

images by: Micheal Stewart http://www.thestewartofny.com

Let’s Shatter Breast...

Fri, 29 Jul 2011 16:43:53 -0400

Let’s Shatter Breast Cancer!

OPI Announces New Pink Shatter: Pink of Hearts Nail Lacquer to Support

Susan G. Komen for the Cure^®

OPI launches the limited edition Pink Shatter: Pink of Hearts Nail Lacquer to supportSusan G. Komen for the Cure^® in its promise to save lives and end breast cancer forever. The 2011 Pink of Hearts edition will follow in the footsteps of its namesake 2007, 2008, 2009 and 2010 Nail Lacquers in raising awareness of breast cancer for the fifth year in a row, during the months of September and October (National Breast Cancer Awareness Month). Unlike previous shade incarnations, this year’s Pink of Hearts Nail Lacquer marks the debut of fan-favorite Shatter coat in OPI’s first pink shade.

“We are continuing to support Susan G. Komen for the Cure in the hopes of increasing breast cancer awareness, while inspiring and empowering women. The organization’s dedication to this cause is unwavering,” remarks Suzi Weiss-Fischmann, OPI Executive VP & Artistic Director. “OPI is proud to join with Susan G. Komen for the fifth consecutive year to offer Pink Shatter: Pink of Hearts. By launching our first-ever Pink Shatter coat, we hope this exciting new textured hue will generate lots of awareness for this cause.”

Each bottle of Pink Shatter: Pink of Hearts has a special pink-ribbon tag and pink cap wrap to call attention to breast cancer awareness. OPI will also be making its annual donation of $25,000 toKomen for the Cure.Pink Shatter coat contains no DBP, Toluene, or Formaldehyde, and it also featuresOPI’s exclusive ProWide^™ Brush for the ultimate in application.

The limited edition Pink Shatter: Pink of Hearts will be available throughout the months of September and October 2011 at Professional Salons, including Beauty Brands, Beauty First, Chatters, Dillard’s, JCPenney, Pure Beauty, Regis, Trade Secret, and ULTA, for $8.50 ($10.95 CAN) suggested retail for each Nail Lacquer.

For more information, please call 800-341-9999 or visit www.opi.com. Follow OPI on Twitter@OPI_PRODUCTS and become a Facebook fan!

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About Susan G. Komen for the Cure®

Nancy G. Brinker promised her dying sister, Susan G. Komen, she would do everything in her power to end breast cancer forever. In 1982, that promise became Susan G. Komen for the Cure, which is now the world’s largest breast cancer organization and the largest source of nonprofit funds dedicated to the fight against breast cancer with more than $1.9 billion invested to date. For more information about Susan G. Komen for the Cure, breast health or breast cancer, visit www.komen.org or call 1-877 GO KOMEN.

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Fri, 29 Jul 2011 16:22:44 -0400

thebeautymaven: Apparently it’s all going down in Miami today....

Mon, 25 Jul 2011 13:20:48 -0400

Nicki Minaj

Ricky Martin

thebeautymaven:

Apparently it’s all going down in Miami today. I’ll admit, I’m jealous. #BarbieWatch

“Breaking M•A•C News! At this very moment, we’re in Miami shooting the 2012 M•A•C VIVA GLAM Campaign with pop superstar Ricky Martin and hip-hop diva Nicki Minaj. It’s Ricky & Nicki for 2012!”

-via MAC COSMETICS on Facebook

The Ice Qream Man Pharrell Williams is back with yet another...

Fri, 22 Jul 2011 10:21:00 -0400

The Ice Qream Man

Pharrell Williams is back with yet another dope business venture. Just last year, Williams teamed up with Moncler and created a sick outer wear collection that would have any dope-boy-fresh fashionisto wanting more and he even ventured into cosmetics collaborating with Kiehls.

This year, he signed on as creative director for Karmaloop TV and he also created his on vodka-based cream liqueur line -Qream with the same company (Diageo) that helped Diddy create Ciroc.

I know most of you are thinking every Artist has a liqueur line now-a-days, but it’s a great move! It’s lucrative & profitable. Just think about it, music & spirits go hand and hand. When your down and out, depressed and S.O.L -what do you do? You turn to your favorite artist to soothe you, and a nice stiff drink to move you! Cha-ching$$!! Another couple million to add to the bank.

The brilliant thing about the branding and marketing behind Qream is, he created this specifically for the Ladies. Every curve of the bottle exudes femininity, and the flavors remind me of every woman’s guilty pleasures…

Peach -makes me think of a sexy dessert or a sexy fragrant lotion by Victorias Secret or Fresh.

Strawberry -reminds me of my favorite chocolate covered strawberries from Godiva on Valentines day.

In a recent interview with Elle.com, Pharrell stated:

“I thought the market was lacking in drinks for women that make them comfortable about indulging. Every time you look at the television, it’s all Spanx and Bally Fitness. When I think of the women I’m aiming for, I think of Sarah Jessica Parker…a confident women that’s in the know, from the shoes to the news.”

I have to personally hit Mr. Williams up to create a signature “Haute Coffee & Qream” cocktail!

Ummm, that made my mouth water just typing that!

For more info visit www.qreamwithaq.com

Chocolate Girl Wonder Dawn Richard of Dirty Money is absolutely...

Thu, 21 Jul 2011 20:04:00 -0400

Chocolate Girl Wonder

Dawn Richard of Dirty Money is absolutely dope! Brilliant songwriter, a great entertainer/performer & author with a beautiful, distinct voice & personality to go along with it!

We @ Haute Coffee give this shoot *5 stars and a Diddy Remix!!*

-Monifa

Wet in the City Aguaclara Swimwear debuted their 2012...

Wed, 20 Jul 2011 11:41:06 -0400

Wet in the City

Aguaclara Swimwear debuted their 2012 Collection last night, July 18 2011 at 6pm at the Cabana Grande of the Raleigh Hotel in Miami Beach, for Mercedes-Benz fashion swim week.

The collection featured suede, snakeskin, faux leather & animal print, in silhouettes to die for. The line knows and understands a womens’ body, and celebrates her curves!

Celebrities such as singer/actress Adrienne Bailon and singer/songwriter Ne-Yo were amongst the crowd of viewers, along with many fashion editors from elite swimsuit mags such as FHM & Sports Illustrated.

for more info http://www.aguaclara-swimwear.com

Colt Classic Cat eyed shaped glasses have been making a staple...

Wed, 20 Jul 2011 10:21:05 -0400

Colt Classic

Cat eyed shaped glasses have been making a staple in the world of fashion for decades on end. The 50’s and 60’s were an era in which these fab frames debuted… icons like Eartha Kitt, Audrey Hepburn & Marilyn Monroe rocked their cat eyes with pose and confidence, as you should!

Dior and Versace pay homage to the classic specs, while keeping them current with a futuristic twist.

Versace decided to go frame-less & staying somewhat simplistic in design, while Dior went into another direction; adding this seasons hautest colors to their frames.

Both pair are a Haute Coffee fav! I give this shades 5 stars and a meow!:)

WHERE WOULD YOU MOST LIKE TO VISIT ON YOUR PLANET?

Mon, 18 Jul 2011 15:49:00 -0400

Fiji is definitely at the top of my list, along with Australia & Kenya!!

Magenta Madness

Mon, 18 Jul 2011 11:40:00 -0400

Illamasqua Magenta Muse Collection for Summer/Fall 2011 Fendi 2011 This fall stay away from the...

Spot Treatment This coming Fall/Winter Men’s fashion is...

Mon, 18 Jul 2011 10:21:00 -0400

Pierre Hardy suede high top fall 2011

YSL Pony Hair fall 2011

Spot Treatment

This coming Fall/Winter Men’s fashion is pushing the envelope like never before and I like it!

Companies like YSL & Pierre Hardy have upgraded our male counterparts and insist they take a walk on the wild side… you know, indulge in fashion the way we do!

I love to see a fashion forward man with balance and by balance, I mean; someone that knows his limits! For example, would you pair these kicks with a leopard print shirt or jacket? No. That would be abso-f*ckin-lutely absurd!

Could you pair this with a crisp denim bottom & a white V-neck to keep it simple or to add a lil’ edge; a butter yellow or denim button-up ,a dope jean (don’t match the denim), black tie and you can even add a red pocket square to keep it funky?!

Whichever way you rock it, own it. There’s nothing sexier than a man with confidence & an ill shoe game!

**Dope Boy Fresh**

vintageblackglamour: Billie Holiday in New York, 1955. She died...

Mon, 18 Jul 2011 02:40:47 -0400

vintageblackglamour:

Billie Holiday in New York, 1955. She died 52 years ago today. Photo by Herman Leonard.

Rest In Peace Lady Day

SEX SELLS Ad campaigns for shoes, fragrances and even appliances...

Sat, 16 Jul 2011 22:58:00 -0400

SEX SELLS

Ad campaigns for shoes, fragrances and even appliances have to appeal to the masses by any means necessary!

With the economy at a stand still, stores closing and businesses folding marketing teams have to play dirty & get a little X-rated to keep generating revenue. So their weapon of choice: SEX.

It makes perfect sense. The same way we lust after members of the opposite sex (or in some cases the same sex #NOH8), is the same way we crave and lust after materialistic things. Its our new animal instinct.

I, for one, love an edgy photo shoot and whenever I see a sexy Tom Ford ad, I have the urge to throw on my favorite Trey Songz tune and call a handsome suitor to entertain me; but that’s just me!

Moving on to my point, is there a limit or a point where Creative Directors take a step back and say, “we went too far!”? I mean some of these ads are ri-damn-diculous (no pun intended). There’s a guy whose eye is clearly an erect penis! Like, who thought of that?! Even my crazy perverted mind would NEVER go that far outside of the box, and I’m perfectly capable of jumping out the window.

The use of SEX as a marketing medium in many ways is an art form; a form of creativity and also entertainment. It can make us either utterly uncomfortable or blatantly narcissistic, depending on which side of the fence your on but either way these images have lots of shock value which I absolutely LOVE. SEX sells, and I’m buying, well… Kinda. :)