Monday, April 11, 2011

Nipsey Hussle 'Tha Mansion' (Click here)


Rockin' with the latest from Nipsey Hussle, who dropped "Tha Mansion" on his Twitter feed. A lot of nice words to try and catch, plus a poppin' production to match. Is it me or do you get a little kung fu feel in the latter?

Cool Online Find: Norma Kamali’s Foil Mesh Collection

If you want to mimic Rihanna’s Pure Nightclub Louise Goldin striped dress, or get a look like Ciara’s Sprite Step Off outfit, look no further than Norma Kamali’s new Foil Mesh Collection:


The designer features dresses, tops, and skirts with artful mesh details, depending on how much–and how little–you’d like to reveal:





What do you think?

See the full collection plus more at http://www.normakamali.com/.

Lebron James Named Global Brand Ambassador for Audemars Piguet


In addition to being the face of the brand, the Miami Heat player will also create his very own watch with the heritage company. Talk about an upgrade! 
In a statement, James said, “Audemars Piguet and I strive for excellence in all our endeavors. I am honored to be the next global brand ambassador and join the ranks of industry greats who have previously represented the brand. I am also excited to collaborate with AP on an exclusive timepiece that will be the ultimate symbol of our partnership.”

Fashion Bombshell of the Day: Natasha from London

Happy Monday! It’s seasonably warm outside (finally), so I’m going to enjoy. But first, today’s Bombshell: Natasha, a London based blogger, model, and photographer: Her friend Sissi submitted her, and says, “Natasha is also known as Snowblack.” Her blog, Snowblackblog.com

Amber Rose Vs. Natalie Nunn ''Happy I Can Get These Fakes To Show Their True Colors''

''Happy I Can Get These Fakes To Show Their True Colors''
Amber Rose and Natalie Nunn engaged in a public catfight over Wiz Khalifa on Twitter this weekend. Amber Rose started sharing some not-so-subtle digs at Nunn, to which the "Bad Girls Club" star quickly retorted.



"Hey @missnatalienunn I'll pray for u girl u obviously have Psychological & Insecurity issues. U wanted some shine from my page u got it.," Rose tweeted. "@Missnatalienunn Oh & I know where u live too I'll send u pretty roses from Wiz & I 2 let u know you'll be ok. Enjoy ur time in houston :-)"



"So happy I can get these fakes to show their true colors!!#girlpower bullshit hahah tennis ball head hahahahah," Nunn tweeted back. "Of course u know where I live... U mans been over plenty of times!! U can come pick up he's stuff he left too"

Funkmaster Flex's Wife Files For Divorce ''Please Respect Our Privacy...''

Hot 97 radio personality Funkmaster Flex is separating from his wife after twenty years of marriage. Monica Joseph-Taylor made the announcement public in what seems to be an unexpected official statement. No comment has been issued from Flex, born Aston Taylor, or his camp.




"After almost 18 years of friendship and marriage it is with great regret that I announce my husband Aston Taylor, also known as Funkmaster Flex, and I are separated," the statement read. "We have tremendous love and respect for each-other, and will continue to work on our professional projects together. Our top priority has and will always be our children! I personally ask that the press keep in mind Flex is the celebrity, not myself or my children, please respect our privacy!"

Miley Cyrus Loves Gucci Mane (Teen Queen Wants To Record With Rapper)

Just days after Gucci Mane was arrested for violating his probation by allegedly pushing a woman out of a moving car, one of the rapper's most famous fans decided to show her support for the embattled Atlanta native. Miley Cyrus tweeted some of her Gucci love for the fans.




"Don't mind me just showin off muahhh grill with @gucci1017at the urrrport!" Cyrus tweeted, along with a picture of her holding Gucci's cover of the Source magazine. "So... In honor of @gucci1017 I was singing the Ice Cream Freeze on the airplane & Denika told me to shut up & I'm embarrassing her."



"You know what would be my summer jam??? @tracecyrus and @gucci1017 on a track together! HAYYY!" Cyrus added.

Fashion Discussion: How Revealing is Too Revealing?

a dress Swizz Beatz’s ex wife, Mashonda, wore to her King Magazine cover party:

Zatannya said, “Can you PLEASE HELP me find out where this dress comes from. I will need it for my birthday party in October.” Nikki said, “It’s a little risqué, but I’m turning 21 relatively soon, and this dress will fit right into the debauchery I have planned. Can you help me find it?”


While Mashonda revealed on her website that the dress is a custom made number by brand l’Impasse, all I could wonder was why so many 21-year-olds would want to rock a dress with sheer panels on each side and a v-neck so low that one false move could spell a nip slip.

Mashonda is a lovely woman–she looked pretty as a peach for her cover party. And some could argue that her dress was very apropos for a fete thrown by King, a magazine known for its celebration of T&A.


But do you think her dress was too racy?

What do you think of Mashonda’s dress?

Christian Louboutin Sues Yves Saint Laurent Over Red Soles

We have a clash of two shoe titans ladies and gentlemen!
Christian Louboutin recently filed suit against Yves Saint Laurent over their use of red soled heels.

 Apparently YSL has lacquered a few of their Spring 2011 designs with ‘red bottoms,’ a look that is universally known as Louboutin’s signature.






A pair of YSL shoes from their Spring 2011 Collection


According to Reuters the lawsuit states, “Mr. Louboutin is the first designer to develop the idea of having red soles on women’s shoes.” Louboutin is seeking $1 million in damages.


Christian Loboutin, left, with Pharrell

Real Style: Casio TRYX Out NYC with Nicki Minaj and The Roots

There was a bit of a delay in between the press conference and concert, so We decided to take a few pictures of Nicki Minaj fans in the building.

From wigs to bubble gum pink lipstick, they had it all.
I first stopped Niki, a 32-year-old New Jersey mom who was Minaj’d down to her crystal peppered Barbie necklace (a gift from her 15-year-old daughter). She said she liked Nicki because of her style and eccentricity. Her favorite Minaj song is “Save Me,” because, she said, “It helped me through a bad situation in my life.”
Alecia, also 32, said, “I like her style. She has more than one person inside of her, which makes you wonder who she really is. I adore her.” Her favorite Nicki Minaj song is “Right Thru Me,” because “Sometimes you have to really look deep within someone to see who they really are.”
22-year-old Chloe said she loved Nicki’s creativity. Regarding all the beef with Lil Kim, she said, “Every generation has their it girl, and Nicki is ours.”
Nedra, a 22-year-old Bostonian, said, “I can relate to Nicki’s animated personality. She is my alter ego.” Her favorite song, lyrically, is “Roman’s Revenge.”

Lastly, I snapped Heidyz and Joslyn. The ladies wouldn’t disclose their ages, but said they liked Nicki’s style and makeup. They were also fans of the song, “Roman’s Revenge.”
After chatting with the Nicki devotees (turns out most were entered in a look-a-like contest), I snapped a few other fashionable folks in the room.

I REALLY like Franz’s Shades of Grey Jacket, Cheap Monday Jeans, Jeremy Scott for Adidas sneakers, and funky hat by Stamped LA. He owns a clothing line called www.gentlemenknow.com.


Then migrated upstairs for Nicki’s performance:

She rocked the stage in funky tights and a Jeremy Scott for Adidas buttons jacket. Of being chosen to perform for Casio, she said, “I’ma tell you why this is so important. I’m a black girl from Southside Jamaica, Queens, and that is why I tell you Barbz, don’t give up.” Love it.
While upstairs I also ran into Somaya of Love and Hip-Hop:

Fashion Bombshell of the Day: Karima from Baltimore

Get the Look: Cassie’s Striped Top and White Zip Pants

Nicole was cruising over at theYBF.com when she saw this picture of Cassie: She says, “Can you Mail Bomb for me?? I’m dying for white leggings like these!” Sure thing. Cassie’s look is easy to achieve with the following separates: More AG Adriano Goldschmied… Are we loving Cassie’s nautical look?

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