Everything Must GO!!!!

Some of you all from the Lady Bloggers event should have gotten a goodie or two from Laundry Day Brand and if not be sure to check out the website!!!

Marni for H&M Recap

Last week I decided to attempt to get up to try to scope out some pieces from the Marni for H&M collection. I couldn't believe I actually woke up and made it to H&M by 8am. There was a mini line and we were all given wristbands which allowed us to go into view the collection to purchase it various time slots and my time slot was 8:45am. Once my time started, I only had 15 minutes to grab some things and try them on.

I grabbed a few things but wish I stayed in and looked a little longer but I probably spent enough on the two pieces I got. I was wishing there was some jewelry left but there wasn't any left. =(

Here are pictures from my experience and what I snagged....enjoy!!!

They let me keep this cool hanger.

I pretty much ended my evening on this note....cute little cake right?!

ANTM Makes Its Way to the DMV Again!

Have you always dreamed about walking the catwalk or seeing your face on a Covergirl Ad? Do you think you have what it takes to be America's Next Top Model? This weekend, strut your stuff at one of the ANTM casting calls near you. ANTM judges will be at Lakeforest Mall on 3/9 from 5-9pm and The Fashion Centre at Pentagon City from 10am-3pm. See more details here. Good luck ladies!

DC Scout

*Photo courtesy of The CW TV


(Info via DC Scout)

Kanye West Collection Debuted in Paris

So on twitter, a few days ago, I remember someone tweeting back and forth about Kanye debuting a new collection today. I remember Kanye doing this long rant about how he got funds for creating his first collection and how he did most of it on his own. I think that is pretty amazing for an artist to take it upon themselves to create anything of their own because most people pay others to design and come up with their collections of clothing and shoes. I think that is sad and they shouldn't totally get credit for it.

The new collection seems to be on the darker side with the smoky eyes and all black from head to toe garments. The models were apparently complaining about the shoes...OUCH! I don't think anyone will be purchasing those shoes. But he has some pretty nice pieces especially the sheered top with the fur on the bottom, MY KIND OF TOP! But I collected a few pictures of some of the pieces I liked.

Here Are Some of the Pieces::

My favorite pieces!!!

(All pictures were taken from http://hiphopwired.com/)

L2 Lounge: Moulin Rouge Costume Party

For one night, on Friday, February 24, at 9 p.m., L2 Lounge (3315 Cady's Alley, NW) is transforming into Le Moulin Rouge. Hosted by La Maison Française, take a step back to Paris in the 19th century when music, art, literature and, above all else, love ruled the night. The evening will feature live dance performances and DJ mixing music from the musical. Enjoy the film on projections throughout the lounge and take photos in front of the classic Moulin Rouge windmill. L2 will feature bohemian inspired specialty cocktails and costume attire is strongly encouraged! Doors open at 9 p.m. and RSVP's are required: RSVP@l2lounge.com. 202.965.2001

(Info via Georgetown Bidness)

Lady Bloggers Fashion and Beauty Social

Hello Followers,

Me and some fellow bloggers decided we wanted to host an event for you all to come and meet us and mix and mingle and of course SHOP! DUH!

So check out this flyer below:::

Come out and enjoy!

Single and Ready to Mingle???

Designer Spotlight: Purple Pill Babies Inc.

It was like yesterday that I was walking down U Street and an outfit caught my eye. She had these amazing earrings and pants on that were just super creative. Come to find out, she was actually from NY making these pieces herself.

Here is her bio:::

Born 9/27/85 on Hurricane Gloria, NY should have known some kind of Black rose would grow from the concrete jungle. Brooklyn native, Tasiya Sealey is one of the most anticipated emerging designers in NYC. Catching the eye of a many admirers, Purple Pill Babies (her company) landed a feature in Ebony Magazine within it's second year of business as well as reality show offers. Much bigger than aesthetics, Tasiya's only motivation via fashion is to flash the message…something’s out there!  However, her one of a kind eyewear, accessories and African inspired garments are nothing to breeze by.  


Earning a degree in Business Management then Fashion Design & Merchandising, soon after creating her brand and living the life of a Spiritual Black Nationalist Activist; the world can only wonder what Tasiya can not do but be prepared to witness her gracefully do it anyway. Her work can be found at
 www.puplepillbabies.com.

Purple Pill Babies were seen in Ebony's Feb 2011 Issue...check it out HERE

Some of their best selling pieces are:::

Looking for something different and unique, this is the place to shop! I have my eyes set on third posted pair, what about you?! 

Mila & Fire ReLaunch Expo

I am trying hard to post past events....January is almost over! Lol! This event was the beginning of the relaunch for Mila & Fire Vintage. These chicks find some of the most amazing vintage pieces. They had some other vendors there such as Alex from ALS, J Carmen Collection, Beads ByAree, Aminah Muse, Kings Rule Together, The Gold Diggers, Demeanr, and Rags to Richez.

Elle Maxewell gave us a great performance with some of her newest songs and DJ Mane Squeeze was on the 1's and 2's and took me back to Junior High School with the old go-go...ha!

This event was filled with goodies. I snagged some earrings from Beads ByAree which I have gotten major compliments on. I need to get another pair for my birthday outfit. 

BEADS BYAREE

Adele checking out some pieces

Styled By Yours Truly

I had a chance to collab with the creator of Defy and put together the styling for the t-shirt entitled MY HEART is HOMELESS. We wish we had video for this shoot. We had a lot of fun, a lot of people driving past in their cars were pretty curious about what we were doing, it was pretty fun.

This picture was the winning shot that made it on the t-shirt:::::

Model: Mika 

I need this one in my life, it is amazing!

Shirt can be purchased HERE

Trunk Show Series ReCap

I had the pleasure of attending the Trunk Series #Fridaythe13th at Studio 52 Artist Loft. This event was hosted by Gianni Lee and William VaJohn. My friend Jasmine Ward had a part in it as well, glad she is back! The event had a few vendors there such as The Gold Diggers, Madness, Flagship, and Curran J of Kings Rule Together.

We made a $5 donation that benefited SO Others Might Eat (S.O.M.E), a great DC charity that I found out has been serving the homeless for 40 years. Great cause!

Londyn of The Gold Diggers

Gianni Lee

Bob of Defy DC

Moi

They also had appetizers courtesy of Dffrnt Wrld Deli that were AMAZING! It was extremely healthy food that anyone could eat and enjoy and not feel bad about eating. All the dishes were good!

I ended my night by meeting up with some friends at Indulj and listened to Black Alley rock out!

Me and KEV! =)

This face might be familiar from half of Kelly Rowland and Beyonce's videos, my homie for some years now Santron!!! =)

Kiehl's Customized Skincare Event at Bloomingdale's Chevy Chase

Image via http://vanitysloveaffair.blogspot.com/2011/04/i-love-kiehls.html

Kiehl's Customized Skin Care Event

January 22, 2012 - January 28, 2012

Come into Kiehl's to receive a relaxing hand massage! A specialist will customize a skin care regimen based on your lifestyle and needs!

(Info via DC Scout)

Sushi Taro Restaurant Week Review

I decided that I was going to try out one of the most expensive restaurant so I went through and researched some of the names on the list for restaurant week and came up with one. I choose Sushi Taro which is super small, intimate, and hidden. It is normally $50 and up to eat at this particular restaurant.

They change their menu on different days and offer different types of sushi and deals sometimes on wine depending on what you buy. They even offer flower service on their website. This would be an awesome anniversary spot or Valentine's Day spot for that special someone.

I on the other hand took myself out to lunch since I somehow mysteriously played with the open table system and snagged a table for lunch.

The section I was in was where people specifically there for restaurant week sat, there were a lot of older men there in suits. I guess a lot of corporate people do their business meetings there. It was a pretty interesting place.

But for restaurant week you have a 3 course meal already set for you when you are at this particular restaurant with no substitutions. I can't remember all that I had but it was all super fresh and delicious. There were maybe two things out of the entire meal I didn't care for but super fresh sushi and everything was cooked to PERFECTION!

Enjoy the pictures:::

The soy sauce dispenser was super cute!

NYE in a Nutshell

I started my NYE off at a wedding for a good friend of mine. It was really nice and I was soooooo happy for her. Afterwards some of us were hungry and decided to go to a spot on H st which ended up not serving food at the time but we made our way to The Big Board which ended up being amazing! I will be back!

Refinery 29 DC

I love Refinery 29 DC, they show me major love! They did a post on 13 awesome pairs of shoes in DC and I made it on there! =)

ENJOY! =)

My shoes are the top left corner. They're some pretty well known people on there so I was pretty honored! =)

Andy Warhol Exhibit

I had the pleasure of attending the Andy Warhol exhibit at the National Gallery of Art. I went with one of partners in crime for events. The exhibit was well put together and showed how Andy Warhol used the newspapers as an inspiration to his creations.

Here are some pictures from the exhibit::

Image via Examiner

And last are pictures that I could actually take outside of the exhibit:::

This was the underground way of getting to a from the two different wings of the National Gallery #DOPE