Erica Vain

Jun 01

Style Inspiration: This is the Weekend

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So what if I wear orange!

Where to buy? Keep reading

Glamorous blue dress
£27 - awear.com

Valentino high heels
$895 - forwardforward.com

Dolce Gabbana logo tote bag
£1,010 - profilefashion.com

Blue Nile white gold earrings
$365 - bluenile.com

Yves saint laurent lipstick
$32 - yslbeautyus.com

 

Etro collared shirt
$610 - mytheresa.com

Sandro pleated shorts
$185 - stylebop.com

Tabitha Simmons narrow shoes
$608 - thecorner.com

The row handbag
$6,200 - net-a-porter.com

Blue Nile platinum jewelry
$2,140 - bluenile.com

Gucci Goes Green

During the recent years, sustainable fashion has become a concern for numerous designers and brands worldwide, as modern consumers’ awareness and desire for sustainable fashion products increase. Owing to this several luxury brands have joined the green initiative, one of which includes the brand Gucci. Yes, luxury brand Gucci takes a new approach to fashion, it’s going green.

Gucci unveils:

“Sustainable Soles”

This is a line of biodegradable footwear —a sneaker for men and a ballet flat for women —that maintains the balance between the timeless values of style and quality synonymous with Gucci, and the ever-growing green vision.

Eco-Friendly Eyewear

Together with Safilo (an eyewear manufacturer), Gucci created a range of optical frames made from sustainable materials, that include castor seeds and an acetate containing a higher percentage of natural materials.

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May 31

Lindsay Lohan to Play Liz Taylor

LiLo officially playing Liz Taylor in Lifetime film
Lilo is ready to work so it appears….. She is gearing up to play icon Elizabeth Taylor in a Lifetime Movie.
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“We are thrilled Lindsay will portray beloved Hollywood legend Elizabeth Taylor,” said Rob Sharenow, executive vice president, programming, of Lifetime Networks. “She is one of the rare actresses who possesses the talent, beauty and intrigue to capture the spirit of such a provocative icon.”
Lindsay chimes in …
“I have always admired and had enormous respect for Elizabeth Taylor. She was not only an incredible actress but an amazing woman as well. I am very honored to have been asked to play this role.”
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May 30

Should Diddy’s son return $54,000 college scholarship?

It’s been confirmed that Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs’ 18 year old son, Justin Combs, will receive a full athletic scholarship ($54,000)  to play football at UCLA beginning this fall.  But the big questions is whether the school’s money should be used to fund the education of the son of a man worth $475 million, or if it should be returned to help fund the education of other students in need. Unfortunately, there has been some argument regarding the issue, where some feel as though he shouldn’t be awarded the scholarship due to his “rich kid” status. Honestly folks, Justin put in lots of hard work to land his scholarship and is well deserving of it.

And how does daddy Diddy feel about his son’s achievement?

 ”As a parent, this is one of the proudest moments of my life,” Sean Combs said in a statement. “This is everything a father could want in his son, for him to excel at what he loves to do.”

Tia Mowry Covers Vibe Vixen

 

Photography & Makeup: D’Andre Michael/Maldonado Agency
Hair: Karmin Odoms/Margaret Maldonado Agency
Styling: Misty Casseus

Looking AMAZING!!!!!!!!!!

Tia Mowry bursts onto the phone, a ball of positive energy. From LA, she sounds bubbly, could even be glowing. Quite possibly, the 33-year-old mommy of Cree Taylor may still be over-the-moon about becoming an auntie.

“This is the hardest secret I have had to keep! But it’s out!!!!! I am gonna be an auntie!!!!!!!!!! OMG! Cree is gonna have a cousin!” she wrote on Twitter.

Or maybe she’s hooked on the high of Oh, Baby! an advice book about pregnancy and motherhood that hit shelves earlier this month. Within the pages, Mowry tells of her own baby-carrying journey, shares tips and pinpoints the forgotten details of when women gain baby bumps—style. It’s a dream actualized for the lovable star. ”You know how you always had a vision—well writing a book was always my vision,” she explains. “I just didn’t know what kind of book I was going to write.” -VIBEVIXEN

Tami Roman Takes Wendy Williams and Talks BBW Drama, Daughters, and Boo

Event Recap: The Jasmine Brand x Vibe Vixen’s “Be Your Own Boss” Happy Hour

Memorial Day weekend was definitely and eventful one… All puns intended… On sunday I had the pleasure of catching up with Jasmine of TheJasmineBrand.com and Niki of Vibe Vixen for their co-hosted “Be Your Own Boss” Happy Hour. It was also hosted by Vic Jagger. Music was provided by the wonderful DJ Heat (The go to female deejay in D.C …. #imjustsayin). and the drinks were flowing brought to you by Qream.

Overall the event had a real chill vibe, unlike many industry events I am use to going to. It was more like a group of friends reconnecting!!! So true to Jasmine’s personality…. She is beyond down to earth and fun! DJ Heat got people moving with the music and even threw the wobble into the mix… HEYYYYY!!!! (Sidenote: I did not jump in on that because I have no idea how to do the wobble… lls.. guess I need to learn!)

Peep more pics after the break!!

Prior to Happy Hour The Jasmine Brand Hosted a “Reader’s Appreciation Brunch”,

“Reader’s Appreciation Brunch” at Washington, DC’s Georgia Brown’s. The purpose of the brunch was to honor and acknowledge the readers of both sites. Attendees were selected by entering a twitter contest, where they answered the question “What makes YOU a boss chick”? The twitter winners of the contest were: 


In addition to enjoying complimentary brunch and tailored Qream cocktails [Qream Peachmixed with Peach Ciroc & Qream Strawberry mixed with Godiva Liquor], Vibe Vixen’seditor, Niki MMcGloster, led a group discussion on all things pop and urban culture, like: Vibe’s recent controversial cover with Evelyn Lozada, Kandi Burruss, Tamar Braxton, Christie Lampkin; the internet buzz surrounding big black Hollywood break-ups likeUsher & Tameka Raymond and Pilar & Deion Sanders; defining what it means to be a “Boss” chick; Meagan Good’s recent celibacy revelation and career advice! Contest winners also received a ‘Swag’ bag which included a pair of Puma sneakers, jewelry fromEverything Girls Love (EGL), Vita CocoQream accessories and a ‘Swag Sex Packet’.  

May 29

New Video: Jay-Z and Kanye “No Church in the Wild”

Dr. Thug Misses: Khia Getting Philosophical Via Twitter????

I love when people find their other calling and it seems as though some of these entertainers could definitely fall in the #howtokeepitrealontwitter category…Now just when I thought I couldnt find a more raw timeline on Twitter I stumbled across Khia and she is taking no prisoners and has introduced some very mind boggling food for thought quotes ever… she definitely be teaching #KhiaTaughtMe.

Rule #1 Don’t Trust No NiggaRule#2 Get Money BitchRule#3 Get That Dick And GoooooooMotormouf aka Khia Shamone 7-17-12

— KHIA (@QueenKhia) May 28, 2012

The best way to get over a WEAK NIGGA is to get you a STRONG MAN!!Wake up Bitches!!!!

— KHIA (@QueenKhia) May 28, 2012

THE QUEEN HAD HER BLUE CHECK AT 8,000 FOLLOWERS NOT AT 400,000 TRYING TO REACH 900,00 WITH OUT A BLUE CHECK GET LIKE ME, SALE A SONG.

— KHIA (@QueenKhia) May 27, 2012

The Man of Calibre: Andy Murphy

Andy Murphy is a world renowned musical talent that was born in Melbourne. Murphy —the internationally known DJ —is signed to one of  Australia’s biggest club brand and label, Onelove, and plays some of the biggest festivals including Stereosonic, Future Music Festival, and Falls Festival.

After achieving immense success as a  DJ and producer, he recently claimed his spot as a fashion ambassador because of his effortless style. Within the course of two years, Murphy received the titles, ‘The Man of Calibre’ and “Friend Of The Festival” (for the L’Oreal Melbourne Fashion Festival), which helped him lay claim to his position as a style icon.

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You Aint Put In On This Man: Kenya Bell Estranged Husband Wants His Cut


Now Charlie, Kenya wasn’t with you shootin in the gym and you damn sure wasnt with here dodging bottles and insults, so why in the hell do you think you should get a cut of her BasketBall Wives check. Granted if she wasnt married to you she wouldnt be on the show, but lets get serious it doesnt even matter who the chicks were involved with anymore. Anywho it is speculated that Charlie now is seeking alimony because he doesnt work for the NBA anymore and Kenya is supposedly making $300,000 just to get played on television which is more than he is making over seas. But it is also specualted that he has a million in the bank but wants his payback from supporting her and the kids for years. What do you think?

You Aint Put In On This Man: Kenya Bell Estranged Husband Wants His Cut


Now Charlie, Kenya wasn’t with you shootin in the gym and you damn sure wasnt with here dodging bottles and insults, so why in the hell do you think you should get a cut of her BasketBall Wives check. Granted if she wasnt married to you she wouldnt be on the show, but lets get serious it doesnt even matter who the chicks were involved with anymore. Anywho it is speculated that Charlie now is seeking alimony because he doesnt work for the NBA anymore and Kenya is supposedly making $300,000 just to get played on television which is more than he is making over seas. But it is also specualted that he has a million in the bank but wants his payback from supporting her and the kids for years. What do you think?

Blonde Hair And Boobs: Rhianna Gets Nude For The Camera


That Rhianna rein just wont let up because now you can smell like her with another new fragrance ‘Nude”. So if you were wondering why Rhi Rhi was letting her “girls” be young and free its because she was doing a sexy and sultry photoshoot for her fragrance that she will soon be debuting to the world. She is definitely too sexy for her shirt. Congrats on the fragrance. This makes 3 for Rih-Rih

Are We Excited: Samuel Jackson To Host BET 2012 Awards?


BET Awards is around the corner, and I havent heard many people express their excitement about Samuel Jackson being the host of this year’s BET Awards. Now I loved me some Sammie especially when he got eaten by that shark in Deep Blue Sea but does he have the funny bone we need to keep the crowd and audience at home entertained? I mean he was funny in Soul Men… What do you think?

Are We Excited: Samuel Jackson To Host BET 2012 Awards?


BET Awards is around the corner, and I havent heard many people express their excitement about Samuel Jackson being the host of this year’s BET Awards. Now I loved me some Sammie especially when he got eaten by that shark in Deep Blue Sea but does he have the funny bone we need to keep the crowd and audience at home entertained? I mean he was funny in Soul Men… What do you think?