Famed designer Nicole Miller has teamed up with Indego Africa, a non-profit organization that partners with Rwandan weavers and seamstresses to sell their items to high-end retailers. The profits are then returned back and put into literary, business and computer skill classes for the women of Africa. The byproducts of the collaboration are beautiful! Shorts, […]
When Gucci debuted it’s Spring 2011 collection in Milan, we fell in love with the line’s colorblock looks: mismatched bright jewel tones with gold embellishments. We had no idea that every celebrity would love them too, ultimately putting it into overkill as they walk each red carpet or stage in the brightly-colored pantsuits and frocks. […]
The Sachika Twins are taking over the fashion world! Having debuted on the runway only a year ago, the identical twins To-Tam & To-Nya have made strides in the industry with high-fashion designs and even bigger clientele! The Vietnamese designers are personal friends of Coco (Ice-T’s wife and new reality show star), who wore their […]
Transitioning from Winter to Spring can be complicated when it comes to your wardrobe. Mornings can often be 30 degrees, while afternoon temperatures can rise to 50 degrees or more. We, at the HB offices, often found ourselves lugging around our heavy coats instead of wearing them when midday hit and then rushing to put […]
It’s nearly prom time once again. The time of year when all hope of studying goes out the window, and all girls’ attentions are focused on what to wear, who to go with, whether or not the guy they like will ask them, where the after party is being held, hoping that no one else […]
Once the all important dress has been chosen, Prom shopping becomes all about the shoes! As with the dress, everyone wants the standout shoe, one that no one else has, one that looks expensive and classy (but preferably isn’t), and most importantly, one that doesn’t hamper your dancing abilities. Well have no fear, here at […]
Spring is definitely on it’s way, and we are all itching to replace our heavy winter layers with cute summer dresses- and not have to worry about the jacket, scarf, mittens and hat to go with it. But until the weather heats up that much, sleeved dresses are the perfect transitional item from Winter to […]
“Color block” clothes add a graphic element to any look. They transform simple clothes into architectural pieces, so start shopping and enjoy the optical “illusions”! And here’s a tip: when wearing two (or more) tones, make sure they are within the same complementary color family. See some more here: H&M “Waste” Collection: Clothes Created From […]
Sequins. Once upon a time, strictly the domain of 10 year old’s, dance concerts, jazz singers or Hollywood royalty. But not anymore! Vogue Italy say that sequins are back. And who’s going to argue with Vogue? But never fear! No longer do you have to be as extroverted as Lady Gaga, or as fancy as […]
As a child Monica Wood, principal and lead strategist for MWPR, Inc. (Monica Wood Public Relations), was influenced by her mother’s classic style. Below the Charlotte transplant (she’s originally from Baltimore) shares her thoughts on fashion and style in our first The Look feature. 1. How would you describe your style? I would describe my […]
Some black women (and gay men) are angry about Essence magazine hiring a white woman as the fashion editor, but they should really be angry about the constant images in all media that damage girls self-esteem. Girl Talk and other local non-profits have teamed to present the documentary “Cover Girl Culture.” It will be screened […]
VIA PRAISEPHILLY After filling in for Lonnie Hunter on Praise today (July 15th), Vickie Winans talked to Ms. Kala about her fashion, make-up philosophy, and even let us know a little something about her teeth!
