7 Pretty Peplum Tops For Fall

September 21, 2012

Peplum tops were cropping up everywhere this summer and now that fall has arrived, it doesn’t look like the trend is going away.

While I didn’t rock any pretty peplums this past season, I’m definitely picking up a few for my fall wardrobe. The ultra-feminine style creates instant sophistication thanks to the fitted-waist and flirty silhouette. Plus, they have a retro feel reminiscent of the 40s and 50s that exudes old-school glamour.

Paired with a killer pair of jeans or pencil skirt, peplum tops can be the perfect fail-proof closet essential for fall!

Check out a few:

Alice & Olivia Betty Peplum Top available here, $198

Bobeau Lace Peplum Top available, here, $58

Elizabeth and James ‘Yumi’ Peplum Top available here, $365

Scuba Sequin Peplum Top available here, $21.99

Warehouse Embellished Peplum Top available here, $68

 

The Row Striped Peplum Top available here, $390

Sleeveless Crinkle Peplum Top available here, $74

Will you rock a peplum top this fall?

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Fabulous Photos of the Week!

September 21, 2012

Check out this week’s best twitpics! What’s your favorite shot from the bunch?

Iman

Jaleel White (R)

Terry Crews and his wife, Rebecca.

Christina Milian

Gabrielle Union and friends.

Teyana Taylor

Vanessa Williams and her son, Devin.

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Swarovski Debuts New Fall Fragrance

September 20, 2012

Nicki Minaj’s unique perfume bottle isn’t the only stylishly designed scent making a fall debut.

Swarovski’s Limited Edition fragrance, Swarovski Edition, (released earlier this month) is shaped like an elegant clutch that could be worn for a night out on the town instead of sitting pretty on your vanity.

A combination of metalized leather and golden crystals, the bottle is the perfect complement to the ultra-feminine fragrance. The mix of wild rose blossom and gardenia coupled with notes of white musk and cedar wood make this super sexy scent ideal for the fall season.

Honestly, I enjoy collecting cute and interesting perfume bottles more than I like the actual fragrances, but this gem is a win-win!

Eau de Toilette 1.7 Fl. Oz spray $70, available exclusively at Swarovski boutiques

Do you switch up your fragrances for different seasons?

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BGG Hosts Blog Anniversary Brunch

September 19, 2012

In celebration of BGG’s 5-year anniversary, I decided to throw an intimate brunch with my close friends and family. I thought about throwing a bigger bash here in New York City, but due to my party-planning procrastination it didn’t happen. Thankfully, my sister was gracious enough to host the afternoon soirée at her lovely home.

We had a great time having girl talk, chatting about the craziness that is “Love & Hip-Hop,” and course noshing on delicious brunch nibbles.

Life’s too short not to celebrate the small and big things in our lives. Whether it’s a job promotion, anniversary, or simply because you managed to make it through the work-week, try to make time to celebrate!

**Special thanks to my friends at Aveeno for providing their awesome products for my gift bags.

Check out a few pics:

What have you celebrated lately? 

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BGG Celebrates 5-Year Anniversary!

September 17, 2012

Five years ago, the White House had yet to be historically revolutionized, I was 3 years shy of motherhood, and Twitter was still in its early stages of taking over the way in which we communicate. Yep, a lot has changed since 2007!

That’s why for my 5-year blogoversary, I thought that I should follow suit and celebrate this milestone with a much-needed BGG facelift.

I can’t believe it’s been half a decade since my husband convinced me to create my own editorial outlet. Prior to starting BGG, I wasn’t aware of many blogs that catered to everything that I loved: beauty, style, hair, celebrity photos, interviews, health/fitness, and entertainment. At the time, most of them focused strictly on either beauty, hair, fashion or celebrity. Hence, BGG was launched!

Since then, you guys (special shout-out to T, Sherita, Miss Mika, Shawnta, Antithesis, Kittyvodka and Kwana, a few of my BGG VIPs) have been with me through my pregnancy, bronzer obsession, and more!

I hope that you’ll join me as I embark upon this new chapter for BGG!

P.S I’m still working out the site kinks so please bear with me. 🙂

Thanks so much for reading,

Karla aka BGG

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Fabulous Photos of the Week!

September 14, 2012
Tika Sumpter
Kevin Hart
Tyra Banks
Elle Varner
Shaniece & Flex Alexander 
 Larenz Tate

 What’s your fave twit/instapic of the bunch?

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Issa Rae of ‘Awkward Black Girl’ Makes ‘Totally Biased’ Debut Tonight

September 13, 2012

If you’re like me and can’t get enough of Issa Rae’s “The Mis-Adventures of Awkward Black Girl,” be sure to tune in tonight to catch the web series star/creator on FX’s pop culture/media/political talk show, “Totally Biased.”

She’ll chat with host W. Kamau Bell about her viral hit series and recently teaming up with Pharrell Williams’ i am OTHER family.

Issa Rae and cast of “The Mis-Adventures of Awkward Black Girl”


Also, with Season 2 already underway, don’t miss the premiere of episode 4 tonight!


If you’re one of the few who isn’t already hip to the series, you need to click here and catch up STAT, you won’t be disappointed!

“Totally Biased” with Issa Rae debuts tonight on FX at 11pm EST.

Are you a fan of the “AGB” series?

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