Women: for change

Inspiration || Will Smith talks Law of Attraction & Positive Thinking

I have always wondered if the very successful celebs have used the Law of Attraction principles to get to where they are. Not many people talk about it (except for a few on Oprah), but Will Smith is, when he does he sometimes gets brushed off as being into Scientology. I'm not sure if he is but i do know what he is talking about is that which was discussed in The Secret, it is the law of attraction principles that 'your thinking, creates your life and being positive yields positive results'.

Interview | Michelle Obama - Opens Up on 'Good Morning America'

Michelle Obama opens up on Good Morning America about her role as First Lady.

OUT & ABOUT || RIHANNA in NYC 'Casual Look'

Rihanna still out in NYC taking no prisoners when it comes to her style, she looks fab again in her casual 'dressed down' look!!
I love it, i'm wondering if people really thought RiRi or her career would be over?
I don't think so and obviously she doesnt either.

Steal Her Style | Rihanna Out & About in NYC

Rihanna flew back to New York for a dinner & night out with friends - Brandy, Beyonce, Jay-Z & others. While the others looked less than Glam, RiRi came back right on point.

I love the black Rayban glasses, black leggings (with lace side) and Grey Tweed Blazer and the show piece are the boots!!

Top 5 Posts | W/E 15th March x Rihanna - A Cover Girl In Demand

There was talk this week whether or note Rihanna was a flawed Cover Girl and if this equaled a negative brand image. I think not, the RiRi Cover Girl Commercial was on air this week and as a result the top post this week was the Exact Lash Cover Girl Commercial post we did back in November 08.

1. RIHANNA x COVER GIRL EXACT EYELIGHTS COMMERCIAL & PICS

COVER QUEEN || BEYONCE x VOGUE - SHAPE ISSUE

Beyonce cover's US Vogue's April 2009 Shape Issue

OUT & ABOUT || RIHANNA, JAY- Z, BEYONCE & BRANDY in NYC

It's soooo good to see RiRi with a smile on her face, and looking fab (like she secretly went to Paris Fashion Week) with her Karl Lagerfield - esque look.

She was out with Jay - Z, Beyonce and Brandy i assume celebrating her 'return' & belated B-Day. More pics after the click with Brandy and her Fav Purse and Beyonce with an interesting throwback accessory....guesses anyone.

Celeb Blog || Nick Cannon Ask's MTO & It's Readers 'Why Do we Have to Put Down Our Women'

Nick Cannon has a new blog, and he really does update it (so far) in his latest post he responds to Media Take Out's revelation that The Dream  says something about Mariah in one of his new tracks  and Nick should have been offended ( or something, i don't read MTO).

TV || Oprah & Tyra Talk Rihanna & Chris - Domestic Violence [VIDEO]

If you didn't catch The Oprah Show today with Tyra as special guest, here is a small clip.
I have my own opinions on the show , the angles and other black female 'celebs' that have come out to (re) talk about their encounters with domestic violence in relation to the Chris & Rihanna story that i will do a seperate article about.
Here is more from Oprah.com

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Interview | Keyshia Cole - The View + You Complete Me Performance

Keyshia talks to The View ladies about her two mothers and how she manages the two relationships. She also talks about her relationship with TuPac and her advice for others. Keyshia also performs you Complete Me.

The ladies were all over the place in the beginning but Keish managed it well, and she looks great as always (maybe minus the ripped jeans...just sayin ).

COVER QUEEN || Jennifer Hudson x JET - APRIL 2009

Jennifer graces the cover of Jet Magazines April issue on stands April 16th, the cover is a pic taken from the 40th NAACP Awards..loved this dress!!

NEW VIDEO || Britney Spears ' If You Seek Amy' & Lionel Richie ft. Akon 'Just Go'

Its Spring and there's new music in the air, there have been so many video releases this week it's been hard to keep up. For a variety her is Britney's new track 'If You Seek Amy' & Lionel Richie ft. Akon 'Just Go'.....Do you like???

Beyonce Reveals Her Two New Video's & Tour Preparations

EW caught up with Bey to talk about her year long world tour and her two new music videos from her I Am... Sasha Fierce Album.

She reveals that the video that was recently shot was for 'Ego' and the video shot on the beach in Malibu in Feb was for 'Broken Hearted Girl'.

More after the click

NEW VIDEO || Keri Hilson ' Make Love'

Keri Hilson's Make Love video features Kanye West, how do you like the song?
It seems like Keri always has a new song coming out, are they making that much of an impact?? Maybe that's why she wants 'certain' peeps to come out of the game ( see Turnin me On remix)

 

NEW VIDEO || 'My Love' The Dream ft. Mariah Carey

Earlier in Feb we posted video's behind the scenes of the new video 'My Love' - The Dream ft Mariah Carey, i love the song and the video is cute. Reading some comments i think some people are taking the video content on board a lil too much...it's just meant to be fun. I think its good that Nick is getting the chance to direct some video's.

 

FASHION: Was Milan Fashion Week a White Wash?

 


The country that made a huge splash with its All black Vogue edition last year, fell short....very short on leading with action when it came to leveling the balance of ethnic diverse models in its fashion shows. Of course Milan fashion week is a

New Juicy Couture Beaded Charm Stretch Bracelets

Earlier this week The Glamour Gift Guide posted these new fun, trendy, boho charm bead bracelets from Juicy Couture. They range from $68-98 and can be bought from ShopBop.com
in the US they also have FREE ground shipping and they do ship internationally!!

Pastry | New Apparel Skin-E Sweatsuit

What does everyone think of this new Pastry creation?
According to the Official Pastry description

COVER QUEEN || Beyonce - Los Angeles Confidential

Beyonce covers Los Angeles Confidential, i feel like i've seen this pic before but she does look amazing in the Herve Leger by Max Azria swimsuit.

MUSIC || Rihanna Back in Studio - Working on New Album

HipHollywood has an exclusive interview with the producer who is working with RiRi in the studio at the moment. I'm so happy she's back in the studio, doing what she does best. Although its been a dramatic time, i'm sure she can turn it into creative energy and make another #1 best selling album.

Continue reading "MUSIC || Rihanna Back in Studio - Working on New Album" »

Michelle Obama shares the April cover of O with Oprah, shot by Bruce Weber. Michelle wears Michael Kors, marking her second big Kors moment of the week after she chose one of his dresses for her official White House portrait. It's the first time in nine years Oprah's shared the cover in 9 years. Check out an exclusive look at the interview from Oprah.com

"Ne-Yo tricked me into having an epiphany in public."

That's how Chrisette Michele describes her collaboration with fellow singer-songwriter Ne-Yo while recording her sophomore Def Jam album. The aptly titled "Epiphany" is slated for release May 19.

The rapper / producer / designer who has been a papparazzi favourite in the past couple of weeks will make his first appearence on American Idol on wednesday to perform 'Heartless'. Kelly Clarkson will also be performing this wednesday.

I thought he would be trying to promote some other songs from the album by now, and appearing on Fox - American Idol is kinda going against his stance of not wanting lots of fans / publicity but appearing on the show has benefits for both the show & Kanye!!

I thought this was an interesting  interview / conversation between these three.
DL Hugley states that 'The brand your selling ain't for us' and Michael Steele says ' The Brand needs help'. Chuck D asks MS ' Did the rep. party turn to you out of desperation'.

Keyshia Cole made an appearance on the Chelsea Lately show to just do some promo for her album and her BET Show 'The Way It Is' DVD.

U.S. first lady Michelle Obama smiles as her picture is taken while serving lunch at Miriam's Kitchen which provides meals, case management services and housing support to nearly 250 homeless men and women March 5, 2009 in Washington, D.C. The visit was a part of the first lady's effort to connect with the Washington, D.C. community and also highlight the city's best practices.

(Photo by Win McNamee/Getty Images North America)

V & A Simmons present new Glam Pie flavor,Strawberry Ice Glam Pie Hi Pastry Shoes, do you like?
Read the product description after the click.

The arraignment was pushed back to April 6th as requested by Chris Brown's lawyer and ok'd by Rihanna's lawyer.

Im sure the press coverage is 'interesting', but if you just want to see the short appearance of Chris Brown in court, it is after the click.

Im not sure how this one is going to play out, but i will be happy when it's over so all the blogs/ news papers and magazines can stop quoting  'sources' .

This sory goes to show what wonderful things celebs can do when they bring attention to the right thing & give back!!

Jasmina Anema, the spunky New York City girl who desperately needs a bone marrow transplant, loved the girly pink cupcakes and the Hello Kitty bicycle she got on her 6th birthday Wednesday. But she was "over the moon" when Grammy-winning singer Kelly Rowland sang "Happy Birthday" to her in her hospital room at NYU Medical Center.

Glamour Magazine celebrates it’s 70th Anniversary by paying tribute to 13 women they consider icons. The spread features Alica Keys as Michelle Obama, Paula Patton as Billie Holida, Model Chanel Iman as Tennis legend Althea Gibson & Ugly Betty star America Ferrera as Dolores Huerta

Glamour.com
You can do anything! That’s the message of the seven decades of female risk takers, rule breakers and style makers here. We celebrate them with the help of some very-2009 young talents.

“She has worked hard for everything she’s accomplished, and done so with grace and humility. So many women and girls can identify with her story.”—Alicia

Take a look at Tina Turner on stage in London at the O2 Arena, looking A-MAZING.

Sistes Beyonce & Solange Knowles continue their campaigns for Tokyo handbag company Samantha Thavasa. They were the first black celebs to star in a campaign for the Tokyo company, while its not a suprise it is worth noting.

 

Jay-Z ( Shawn Carter ) covers Best Life Magazine by the editors of Mens Health.

In the issue Jay tells his '6 rules for living your best life'.

A study conducted over two years has confirmed by results that the way to weight loss is reducing calories. In the study severel overwight people were given different types of food to eat but the same calorie amount and they all lost weight the same.

This is positive news for the 'i've tried every diet' crowd and makes sense for weight loss but you do also have to eat healthy to be healthy. It is true you could eat the same amount of calories of chocolate and healthy meals but the best option is balanced healthy meals. So are they saying anything different from what we already now?

Read the rest of the Wall St. Journal article after the click

Solange perfoms select tracks from her Album @ AOL Blackvoices

The female star of Slumdog millionaire looked dazzling at the Oscars and covers India Vogue & Cosmo.

I love when fashion / beauty combines with giving, for Bulgari’s 125th anniversary they’ve teamed up with Save the Children’s Rewrite the Future campaign. This campaign is focused on “securing quality education for the millions of children out of school due to war and armed conflict”.  The goal is to provide good quality education to 8 million children by 2010.

MTV The Hills star Lauren Conrad is releasing a fiction novel called L.A Candy. No suprises on what it will be based on, her life of course;

Pastry Kicks has been going strong for two years and every year they add more lines to their collection. Introducing Double Delight, i think they have a Jordanesque feel and pretty colors?
Do you like them? Im not too sure at the moment but they may look better in person (or more detailed pics).
They are available to buy now from the Pastry Store for $74.99

Michelle Obama looks amazing in her official White house photo.

For Britney's next video she will be wearing these Giuseppe Zanotti's and Britney's stylist shows you how you can get the IYSA video Britney Look...after the click.

Halle's perfume is out, here are the ads for it, will you be buying it?

Beyonce looks great on the cover of April Ebony Magazine, talking about everything from her marriage to a definition of 'Who is the Real Beyonce'?

Do you prefer the powerful dark & curly look or the straight & blond look?

When asked who is the real Beyonce, she tells the magazine: “I’m a daughter, I’m a friend, I’m a wife, I’m a sister. All those things first. I’m artist. I’m a businesswoman. I’m multifaceted. I’m a lover. I’m inspired by love. I make decisions from the heart.”

Source

Kanye recently filmed VH1's Storytellers he already made an impact by adding on 30 minutes to the usually 60 minutes show, the whole thing lasted 3 hours.

So what was in the rest of the 1.5 show that got cut?

West asked the crowd, "Can't we give Chris a break? ... I know I make mistakes in life." He was referring to R&B singer Chris Brown, who was arrested on the night of the Grammys

Halle Berry behind the scenes on the Mood shoot.

Continue reading "Video || HALLE BERRY - BEHIND THE SCENES MOOD" »

Stevie Wonder  is presented with his award by U.S. President Barack Obama looks on during an evening of celebration in honor of musician Stevie Wonder's receipt of the Library of Congress Gershwin Prize for Popular Song in the East Room of the White House February 25, 2009 in Washington, DC. The event was taped for PBS

Michelle Obama covers People (US) and talks about their life in the White House from rules for the girls and the White House puppy.

 

Insider and The Daily news both broke these 'exclsuive' pics of Rihanna in Mexico enjoying her time out and her birthday which was just last week.

Yesterday's episode of Eastenders was made up of an enitirely black cast, i didnt even realize until i started to research the episode (because i'm inpatient and i wanted to know where the storyline was going').

Last week was filled with so many glam moments but two that really stood out to me were;

Michelle Obama at their first black tie dinner wore a deep-purple, sequined fall 2008 "twilight gown" by Chicago born upcoming designer Peter Soronen. 

COVER QUEEN || MICHELLE OBAMA & OPRAH - O MAGAZINE

Michelle Obama shares the April cover of O with Oprah, shot by Bruce Weber. Michelle wears Michael Kors, marking her second big Kors moment of the week after she chose one of his dresses for her official White House portrait. It's the first time in nine years Oprah's shared the cover in 9 years. Check out an exclusive look at the interview from Oprah.com

Chrisette Michele Opens Up on 'Epiphany'

"Ne-Yo tricked me into having an epiphany in public."

That's how Chrisette Michele describes her collaboration with fellow singer-songwriter Ne-Yo while recording her sophomore Def Jam album. The aptly titled "Epiphany" is slated for release May 19.

Kanye West to Perform on American Idol

The rapper / producer / designer who has been a papparazzi favourite in the past couple of weeks will make his first appearence on American Idol on wednesday to perform 'Heartless'. Kelly Clarkson will also be performing this wednesday.

I thought he would be trying to promote some other songs from the album by now, and appearing on Fox - American Idol is kinda going against his stance of not wanting lots of fans / publicity but appearing on the show has benefits for both the show & Kanye!!

Chuck D & Michael Steele (Republican Party) Talk on DL Hughley CNN

I thought this was an interesting  interview / conversation between these three.
DL Hugley states that 'The brand your selling ain't for us' and Michael Steele says ' The Brand needs help'. Chuck D asks MS ' Did the rep. party turn to you out of desperation'.

Interview | Keyshia Cole - Chelsea Lately

Keyshia Cole made an appearance on the Chelsea Lately show to just do some promo for her album and her BET Show 'The Way It Is' DVD.

GIVING BACK || First Lady Michelle Obama Serves Lunch @ D.C Soup Kitchen

U.S. first lady Michelle Obama smiles as her picture is taken while serving lunch at Miriam's Kitchen which provides meals, case management services and housing support to nearly 250 homeless men and women March 5, 2009 in Washington, D.C. The visit was a part of the first lady's effort to connect with the Washington, D.C. community and also highlight the city's best practices.

(Photo by Win McNamee/Getty Images North America)

Pastry Kicks x New Strawberry Ice Glam Pie's x By Vanessa & Angela Simmons

V & A Simmons present new Glam Pie flavor,Strawberry Ice Glam Pie Hi Pastry Shoes, do you like?
Read the product description after the click.

Chris Brown Court Arraignment [VIDEO]

The arraignment was pushed back to April 6th as requested by Chris Brown's lawyer and ok'd by Rihanna's lawyer.

Im sure the press coverage is 'interesting', but if you just want to see the short appearance of Chris Brown in court, it is after the click.

Im not sure how this one is going to play out, but i will be happy when it's over so all the blogs/ news papers and magazines can stop quoting  'sources' .

GIVING BACK || Kelly Rowland Sings for Jasmina Anema Leukemia Patient

This sory goes to show what wonderful things celebs can do when they bring attention to the right thing & give back!!

Jasmina Anema, the spunky New York City girl who desperately needs a bone marrow transplant, loved the girly pink cupcakes and the Hello Kitty bicycle she got on her 6th birthday Wednesday. But she was "over the moon" when Grammy-winning singer Kelly Rowland sang "Happy Birthday" to her in her hospital room at NYU Medical Center.

COVER QUEEN || Glamour Magazine 70th Anniversary ~ Tribute to American Icons

Glamour Magazine celebrates it’s 70th Anniversary by paying tribute to 13 women they consider icons. The spread features Alica Keys as Michelle Obama, Paula Patton as Billie Holida, Model Chanel Iman as Tennis legend Althea Gibson & Ugly Betty star America Ferrera as Dolores Huerta

Glamour.com
You can do anything! That’s the message of the seven decades of female risk takers, rule breakers and style makers here. We celebrate them with the help of some very-2009 young talents.

“She has worked hard for everything she’s accomplished, and done so with grace and humility. So many women and girls can identify with her story.”—Alicia

Rockin The Stage | Tina Turner - London O2 Arena...FIERCE!!

Take a look at Tina Turner on stage in London at the O2 Arena, looking A-MAZING.

COVER QUEEN || Beyonce & Solange Knowles - New Samantha Thavasa Ad

Sistes Beyonce & Solange Knowles continue their campaigns for Tokyo handbag company Samantha Thavasa. They were the first black celebs to star in a campaign for the Tokyo company, while its not a suprise it is worth noting.

 

COVER KING || Jay- Z x Best Life Magazine - April 2009

Jay-Z ( Shawn Carter ) covers Best Life Magazine by the editors of Mens Health.

In the issue Jay tells his '6 rules for living your best life'.

Diet & Fitness | It's Not What You Eat, It's How Much?

A study conducted over two years has confirmed by results that the way to weight loss is reducing calories. In the study severel overwight people were given different types of food to eat but the same calorie amount and they all lost weight the same.

This is positive news for the 'i've tried every diet' crowd and makes sense for weight loss but you do also have to eat healthy to be healthy. It is true you could eat the same amount of calories of chocolate and healthy meals but the best option is balanced healthy meals. So are they saying anything different from what we already now?

Read the rest of the Wall St. Journal article after the click

Performances | Solange @ AOL Blackvoices

Solange perfoms select tracks from her Album @ AOL Blackvoices

COVER QUEEN || Slumdog Star 'Freida Pinto' - India Vogue & Cosmo

The female star of Slumdog millionaire looked dazzling at the Oscars and covers India Vogue & Cosmo.

GIVING BACK || Bulgari Save The Children Ring

I love when fashion / beauty combines with giving, for Bulgari’s 125th anniversary they’ve teamed up with Save the Children’s Rewrite the Future campaign. This campaign is focused on “securing quality education for the millions of children out of school due to war and armed conflict”.  The goal is to provide good quality education to 8 million children by 2010.

New Book || L.A Candy a Novel by Lauren Conrad

MTV The Hills star Lauren Conrad is releasing a fiction novel called L.A Candy. No suprises on what it will be based on, her life of course;

Sneaker Spotlight || New Pastry Line 'Double Delight'

Pastry Kicks has been going strong for two years and every year they add more lines to their collection. Introducing Double Delight, i think they have a Jordanesque feel and pretty colors?
Do you like them? Im not too sure at the moment but they may look better in person (or more detailed pics).
They are available to buy now from the Pastry Store for $74.99

Official Portrait of The First Lady x Michelle Obama

Michelle Obama looks amazing in her official White house photo.

Steal Her Style || Britney Spears - If You Seek Amy'

For Britney's next video she will be wearing these Giuseppe Zanotti's and Britney's stylist shows you how you can get the IYSA video Britney Look...after the click.

COVER QUEEN || Halle by Halle Berry Perfume Ad

Halle's perfume is out, here are the ads for it, will you be buying it?

COVER QUEEN || BEYONCE x EBONY APRIL 2009 - BEYONCEVOLVED

Beyonce looks great on the cover of April Ebony Magazine, talking about everything from her marriage to a definition of 'Who is the Real Beyonce'?

Do you prefer the powerful dark & curly look or the straight & blond look?

When asked who is the real Beyonce, she tells the magazine: “I’m a daughter, I’m a friend, I’m a wife, I’m a sister. All those things first. I’m artist. I’m a businesswoman. I’m multifaceted. I’m a lover. I’m inspired by love. I make decisions from the heart.”

Source

KANYE WEST // ' VH1 StoryTeller's UnCut' - Can't we give Chris a break?'

Kanye recently filmed VH1's Storytellers he already made an impact by adding on 30 minutes to the usually 60 minutes show, the whole thing lasted 3 hours.

So what was in the rest of the 1.5 show that got cut?

West asked the crowd, "Can't we give Chris a break? ... I know I make mistakes in life." He was referring to R&B singer Chris Brown, who was arrested on the night of the Grammys

Video || HALLE BERRY - BEHIND THE SCENES MOOD

Halle Berry behind the scenes on the Mood shoot.

Continue reading "Video || HALLE BERRY - BEHIND THE SCENES MOOD" »

Stevie Wonder  is presented with his award by U.S. President Barack Obama looks on during an evening of celebration in honor of musician Stevie Wonder's receipt of the Library of Congress Gershwin Prize for Popular Song in the East Room of the White House February 25, 2009 in Washington, DC. The event was taped for PBS

Michelle Obama covers People (US) and talks about their life in the White House from rules for the girls and the White House puppy.

 

Insider and The Daily news both broke these 'exclsuive' pics of Rihanna in Mexico enjoying her time out and her birthday which was just last week.

Yesterday's episode of Eastenders was made up of an enitirely black cast, i didnt even realize until i started to research the episode (because i'm inpatient and i wanted to know where the storyline was going').

Last week was filled with so many glam moments but two that really stood out to me were;

Michelle Obama at their first black tie dinner wore a deep-purple, sequined fall 2008 "twilight gown" by Chicago born upcoming designer Peter Soronen. 

OUT & ABOUT || Pres and First Lady Obama Honor Stevie Wonder

Stevie Wonder  is presented with his award by U.S. President Barack Obama looks on during an evening of celebration in honor of musician Stevie Wonder's receipt of the Library of Congress Gershwin Prize for Popular Song in the East Room of the White House February 25, 2009 in Washington, DC. The event was taped for PBS

COVER QUEEN || MICHELLE OBAMA x PEOPLE MAGAZINE

Michelle Obama covers People (US) and talks about their life in the White House from rules for the girls and the White House puppy.

 

Out & About || Pop Star Rihanna Enjoying Time Out in Mexico + Malaysia show Back On

Insider and The Daily news both broke these 'exclsuive' pics of Rihanna in Mexico enjoying her time out and her birthday which was just last week.

UK's BBC SOAP 'EASTENDERS' FEATURES ALL BLACK CAST - 1ST TIME IN 23 YEARS

Yesterday's episode of Eastenders was made up of an enitirely black cast, i didnt even realize until i started to research the episode (because i'm inpatient and i wanted to know where the storyline was going').

OUT & ABOUT || DRESSY GLAM v CASUAL GLAM of THE WEEK

Last week was filled with so many glam moments but two that really stood out to me were;

Michelle Obama at their first black tie dinner wore a deep-purple, sequined fall 2008 "twilight gown" by Chicago born upcoming designer Peter Soronen.