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This is Not Goodbye

Posted on January 31, 2012 by

The City of Dreams - January 29, 2012 – This is the story of a girl who had a dream about how to change the world. And she went after it. …[Insert your wildest dream here]… The End. *Since moving to … Continue reading →

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Congresswoman Schultz Draws Attention for Her Naturally Curly Hair

Posted on August 11, 2011 by

Photo via New York Times/Stephen J. Boitano/NBC, via Associated Press Congresswoman Debbie Wasserman Schultz (D-FL) made news this week for unapologetically wearing her natural curls. It seems that not everyone is so comfortable.  Curly hair is too sexy, and not … Continue reading →

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Whoops! There it is…

Posted on August 9, 2011 by

After a nipple exposing performance on Good Morning America, Nicki Minaj has parents up in a roar. The Parents Television Council, a non-partisan advocacy group for “responsible entertainment”, fights against ‘fleeting’ images and language on television.  GMA apologized for the … Continue reading →

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Desiree Rogers is in Vogue

Posted on July 22, 2011 by

Former White House social secrectary and Washington’s “Best Dressed Woman”, Desirese Rogers, poses with daugher, Victoria for Vogue’s August issue.  She left her post, but not her title. As the current CEO of Johnson Publishing Co., Rogers was spotted at the … Continue reading →

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Clayton v. Steinagel: The Case Against Requiring a License for Hair Braiders

Posted on June 21, 2011 by

Jestina Clayton sued the state of Utah recently, challenging a law requiring hair braiders to receive a cosmetology license. Clayton, a Sierra Leon native, had been braiding hair since she was a little girl, and used her skills to bring in extra cash … Continue reading →

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Who Gone Check Me, Boo?!

Posted on April 7, 2011 by

They say every “real” style blogger needs a signature pose. I personally prefer being behind the scene, but, if I had one, it would be the “Who Gone Check Me, Bo?!?” It’s all the the face. Smile turned upside down. … Continue reading →

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When Fashion and the Law Collide: The Truth in Labeling Act

Posted on December 10, 2010 by

On Tuesday, the Senate passed a bill requiring all garments made of real fur be labeled. Currently, garments made of real fur valued under $150, i.e., fur-trimmed apparel,  are not required to be labeled. Some manufacturers/retailers,  proudly promote their use of fur … Continue reading →

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When Fashion and the Law Collide: Copyright Bill to Protect Fashion Designs

Posted on December 9, 2010 by

On December 1, the Senate Judiciary Committee unanimously passed a bill introduced by Senator Charles Schumer (D-New York), called the Innovative Design Protection and Piracy Prevention Act (IDPPPA, S.3728), that will give copyright protection to clothing designs, protecting them from copycats. The … Continue reading →

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This Week’s Haute Links

Posted on November 19, 2009 by

                                                Savvy shoppers hock the Jimmy Choos they got at H&M for double retail price on eBay- … Continue reading →

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This Week’s Haute Links

Posted on November 12, 2009 by

Michelle Obama’s Brooches Are ‘Part of Her Code’: The Cut Racism AND Sexism at the NY Post?: The Black Snob  Andre Leon Talley and Kimmora Lee Simons to judge America’s Next Top Model: Gatecrasher Lawyer’s have invented a new defense … Continue reading →

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When Fashion and the Law Collide: American Apparel (Again)

Posted on September 8, 2009 by

  American Apparel, the largest garment manufacturer in the U.S., and “arguably the most vocal” in speaking up against U.S. immigration policies, is terminating about 1,500 employees at its Los Angeles factory, because they were unable to prove their immigration status … Continue reading →

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When Fashion and the Law Collide: Salacious Obscenities

Posted on September 3, 2009 by

One visit to the American Apparel website, and it’s clear that they aren’t just selling T-shirts (that I so adore). Adolescent-looking models, with dear caught in headlights expressions, in “come hither” poses, are like, well, the retailers trademark. And nipples are … Continue reading →

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First Lady Michelle Obama on TIME

Posted on May 21, 2009 by

TIME magazine interviewed the First Lady for the article “The Meaning of Michelle Obama.” In the interview, the First Lady told the mag, I tried not to come into this with too many expectations one way or the other. I felt … Continue reading →

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Making History: Michelle O. on the Cover of O Magazine!

Posted on March 6, 2009 by

Oprah has never had anyone else on the cover of her O. Magazine. Until now. The April cover will feature both Oprah herself and the First Lady, Michelle Obama. That’s such exciting, fabulous news!!!

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Read My Lips!

Posted on February 28, 2009 by

I wanted a space where I could make a big fuss, say what I’m thinking, further discuss what I and my friends are talking about, or, not. Call it two-faced, gossiping, drama-queen-ish, whatever. Here it is.  CAUTION: read at your own risk. What … Continue reading →

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