From beauty to style, stirring up everything that chic brown girls love!
Check out this week’s fabulous photos from some of our fave celebs! Have a wonderful weekend!
Brandy
Vanessa & Kobe Bryant and Garcelle Beauvais
Sanaa Lathan
Beyoncé
Elle Varner
Robin Thicke, Kevin Hart and JB Smoove
Mariah Carey with her daughter Monroe
What’s your favorite photo from the bunch? Also, will you be in D.C. this weekend for the inaugural festivities?
First Lady Michelle Obama celebrated her 49th birthday with a bang, literally!
The always-stylish FLOTUS debuted a new look with textured blunt bangs just in time for her birthday and the inaugural festivities taking place this weekend. The fabulous fringe frames her already gorgeous face and complements the shoulder-skimming bob.
First Lady Michelle Obama
Hair expert George Gonzalez, a Chicago-based stylist who has worked for Oprah shares his tips on getting this banging look:
“Michelle Obama’s new bang is texturized which gives a softer piecey edge to the normal blunt style,” says the owner of George the Salon in Chicago. “To achieve, ask your stylist to chip in with the tips of their shears followed by using texturizing scissors to soften the initial cut to finish. Hair types that are very coarse, thick and curly will have a harder time pulling this look off unless you want to take the time to use a blow dryer and flat iron to style. Ideally, straight or slightly wavy strands that are fine to normal will work best for this new ‘Obama Bang’.”
Do you guys love this look?
Earlier this week, I had the pleasure of attending an event previewing Burt’s Bees’ new lip gloss lines. The earth-friendly brand never disappoints when it comes to quality and affordability, and the two product launches live up to that standard. Just in time for spring, both the Lip Gloss and Lip Shine lines are packed with vibrant colors (combined they offer over 18 shades) that will get lips noticed. And, the fact that they’re formulated with 100% natural ingredients is definitely a perk!
If you’re a BG who likes applying gloss with a wand, then opt for the Lip Gloss line. With botanical oils as a key ingredient, these glosses moisturize lips while providing a pearlized shine.
Lip Gloss ($8.99) and Lip Shine ($6.99) will be available at www.burtsbees.com and retailers nationwide starting in March.
Since I’m more of a non-wand kind of girl, I prefer the Lip Shine products. They leave just the right amount of color and the consistency is flawless: not too sticky and not too runny. In fact, I think I may have found my new favorite lip product (in Flutter)! It’s the perfect mix of pink and plum. Plus, it smells delightful and the color is long-lasting.
I’ve been a fan of Burt’s Bees products for several years so I’m excited to see the brand expanding!
Do you prefer lip glosses with wands or without?
Last night I wish I could’ve been at two places at one time!
BET Networks hosted a red carpet and press screening of two of its new original series, “The Real Husbands of Hollywood” and “Second Generation Wayans” here in New York City. However, I decided to check out a beauty event hosted by Burt’s Bees (more on that later this week) instead of catching the new shows.
Although I didn’t get a chance to attend the screening, I am looking forward to viewing both premieres tonight!
Here’s the lowdown on both shows:
“The Real Househusbands” is a semi-scripted show based on a skit that first premiered during the 2011 BET Awards. A spoof of the “Real Housewives” reality show franchise, comedian and producer Kevin Hart stars in the sure-to-be hilarious series along with co-stars Nick Cannon, Boris Kodjoe, Duane Martin, Robin Thicke and J.B Smoove.
From L to R: Cast members Nick Cannon, J.B. Smoove, Kevin Hart and Boris Kodjoe star in “The Real Househusbands of Hollywood,“ premiering Jan. 15, 10 p.m EST.
“Second Generation Wayans” is a completely scripted comedy series featuring Damien Dante Wayans, Craig Wayans, George O. Gore and Tatyana Ali. The show takes viewers on a fictional ride of what it’s like for the characters to make it in Hollywood having a famous last name.
From L to R: Cast members George O. Gore, Damien Dante Wayans, Craig Wayans and Tatyana star in “Second Generation Wayans,“ premiering Jan. 15 on BET at 10:30 pm EST. Photo courtesy: BET Networks
Will you be watching? If so, be sure to tune in to BET tonight at 10pm EST!
Awards season is officially in full swing!
Last night’s 70th Annual Golden Globes brought out Hollywood’s best and brightest stars to celebrate one of TV’s and film’s biggest nights. From Kerry Washington to Thandie Newton, some of our favorite BGs rocked the red carpet with eye-catching fashions. Whether floor-skimming, thigh-bearing or above-the-knee looks, the night’s ensembles kicked off the season in high style.
If the show is any indication of what we can expect from upcoming red carpets, then we’re in for some sartorial sensations!
Check out these looks:
Kerry Washington in Miu Miu
Halle Berry in Versace
Gabby Douglas in Pamella Roland
Jennifer Lopez in Zuhair Murad
Nene Leakes in Carolina Herrera
Thandie Newton in Giles
Photos: Getty Images
What was your favorite look of the night?
Check out this week’s fabulous photos from some of our fave celebs! Have a wonderful weekend!
Letoya Luckett and Tatyana Ali
Marlon Wayans
Essence Atkins
Chris Paul
Christina Milian
Kimberly Elise and her daughter Taylour Paige
La La Anthony
What’s your favorite photo from the bunch?
Destiny’s Child, is gearing up for a comeback!
Well not exactly, but the R&B trio is set to release new music. On Thursday DC frontwoman, Beyoncé, took to Facebook to announce to fans that she along with bandmates Kelly Rowland and Michelle Williams will be releasing a new Destiny’s Child compilation album, titled Love Songs, which will feature their new Pharrell-produced single “Nuclear.”
Love Songs is available for pre-order here; $$10
“I am so proud to announce the first original Destiny’s Child music in eight years!” Beyoncé wrote along with a photo of the album cover, which will be released January 29.
While the entire album will be new to fans, it will include old material that was recorded between 1997 to 2004, but was never released. It will also feature three songs that were quite popular for the group: “Emotion,” “Say My Name,” and “Cater 2 U.”
I’ve been a Destiny’s Child fan since my teen years so I’m excited to hear some new music from the trio!
Are you looking forward to hearing songs from “Love Songs?” Who’s your favorite girl-group of all time?
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