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Spring Trend: One Shoulder Dresses

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I always try to keep you up to date with the newest trends and the one shoulder dress is HUGE for the spring/summer. These dresses are very classy. The key is balance once again and with the one shoulder dress you are leaving things to the imagination because you are not wearing something too revealing. Here are a few dresses I found at LuLus. All of these dresses are great for all occasions and under $50!

LaLa Love Dress $33

Divine Approval Dress $33

Festival de Cannes $40

Heart Stopper Dress $37

She’s All That $33

The next two dresses are not under$50 but they just look so cute, comfy, and casual

Anna Pauqin by Theme $56

Anna Paquin Dess by Theme $56

All of these items can be purchased at www.lulus.com

 

The Green Room: ASOS Africa Collection

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In an effort to “promote people and the planet” UK based clothing brand ASOS has launched the Green Room which will feature various collections using organic materials inspired by various cultures of the world. One of the first collections from the Green Room is The Africa Collection.

ASOS released this statement “On our continuing quest to find new inspiration for ASOS.com collections, we recently spent time in Africa working with artisans and small producer groups. The vibrancy of the continent inspired us to create ‘ASOS Africa’ with the aim of supporting trade in Africa.”

The looks in this collection are made from original African print fabrics and they are also crafted using special design techniques within the African community. I appreciate ASOS.com in diversifying their collections and educating their consumers on various cultures around the world.

Tribal inspired looks are great for the spring. Here are a few of the looks from the ASOS Africa Collection:

ASOS Africa Woven Mix T-Shirt Dress $95

ASOS Africa Printed Playsuit $85

ASOS Africa  Printed Tie Waist Shorts $70

ASOS Africa Printed Jumpsuit $130

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Style Files: Rihanna

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Rihanna was spotted in Berlin at the Echo Awards in this jolly green giant one piece.

I don’t know how she does it but keep it up!

She is rocking a jumpsuit from Alexandre Vuthier Couture Spring 2010 Collection

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House of Dereon Spring 2010

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Beyonce and Tina Knowles are still hanging on strong. I rarely see anyone in House of Dereon, but obviously somebody is buying it. Just like Baby Phat by Kimora Lee Simmons, Beyonce makes these clothes look GORGEOUS, but when you get to the store and see them in person, it seems like false advertisement. None the less, the Spring 2010 House of Dereon Collection is looking quite FIERCE!

I love the edgyness of this look! The studded skirt paired with the chained jacket is so Rocker Chic. Beyonce is definitely serving this look.

I love the brightness and fit of this dress. The large bow-like detailing is the star of this dress. It adds personality and flare. Definitely a show piece.

This look is very ethnic.

The movement of this piece is incredible. It embodies the spirit of spring because of how it flows.

I’m impressed. Very nice collection!

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Style Files: Tracee Ellis Ross

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Tracee Ellis Roos in LA at the Vanity Fair Style Exhibition Project

Sometimes it is always better to keep it simple. A simple trench and a classic pump! The color is what makes this look hot! Oh and of course a little leg does help lol 

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Style Files: Suit Me Softly

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I know you are probably like, what I mean by “suit me softly” well I didn’t come up with the phrase (you’ll find out later in the post). There is a trend called “soft suiting” where you would generally take pieces that would normally be part of a suit or have suit like qualities and create a look. So I can take a blazer, pair of cuffed city shorts, and a tank  or maybe a loose fitting t-shirt, vest, and shorts or a skirt and that would make a “soft suit.”

Here are some looks

  1. Drawstring waist cuffed city short $25
  2. Linen Stretch Shorts $22
  3. Kulotte Short $14
  4. Linen Roll-Up Blazer $32
  5. Open Front Menswear Vest $26
  6. Striped Linen Blazer $32

Aren’t the prices fantastic! Well that’s because these items come from Charlotte Russe. Extremely affordable and fashionable. You can’t go wrong. You don’t have to be rich to be fashionable!

I purchased the vest and the kulotte shorts in black.

Charlotte Russe Soft Suit Collection Click Here

In Other News: BETs RIP THE RUNWAY

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BETs Rip the Runway was filmed this past Saturday, but will air Monday March 15, 2010 at 10pm. This year it is hosted by Nicki Minaj and Pooch Hall from “The Game.”  Here are a few photos of some celebrities who participated or performed at this year’s event.

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Top 5 Spring Transition Pieces

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Spring time is almost here! Thank God, this 20 degree weather and these blizzards are not cutting it. We only have a few more weeks of winter so, in preparation for this transition into spring, I have compiled a list of winter-spring transitional must haves. The early part of a new season is very tricky and people are confused on how to dress for the weather. We go shopping attempting to expand our spring wardrobe, but we are faced with the winter items that are on sale, but it is too warm to wear the chunky sweater and the tanks and shorts are out but it is to chilly to start shedding the clothes. The key is to layer, layer, layer. So, check out the top 5 pieces you will need to make a smooth transition.

 1. Boyfriend Blazer- The boyfriend blazer is now a staple piece in any woman’s wardrobe. The menswear cut with a touch of femininity is the best combination. This blazer can be layered over a cami for the evening, a graphic print t-shirt for the day. It is the perfect layering piece for chilly nights.

Fashion Union Boyfriend Blazer $43

Casual Boyfriend Blazer $30 Forever 21

2. Trench Coat- The trench is ESSENTIAL to any woman’s wardrobe. This is the perfect transitional outerwear piece because its versatility. It can be worn during the day time or evening, to work when paired with your favorite dress or pencil skirt, or on weekends paired with your favorite jeans. It is very light for the spring, but heavy enough to keep you warm. Go for bold colors or even pastels. You can never go wrong with the traditional khaki.

Old Navy Women’s Trench Coat $50

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Kiss It Good Bye: Arden B. Sale

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So the end of Winter and the end of Summer are probably two of my favorite times to shop. This is when all of your favorite stores have the best sales ever! They have buy one get one 50% off or even better, buy one and get the other for $5. Yes I said $5! That is the latest promotion from Arden B.

Here is what I recently purchased online

Exposed Zipper Floral Skirt for $24.99

I love skirts like these because they are so fun and easy to wear. So if the girls call last minute and say they want to do brunch, just throw in this skirt with a tank, so flats, a necklace and 1 or 2 big bangles and call it a day.

Military Front Tube for $5 (original sale price $14.99)

I have a few things to pair with this military/nautical stripe tube top. I’ll most likely wear it with some dark denim or white shorts or some skinny jeans (you can’t go wrong with those) I think I may even pair them with some white khaki style pants. Of course with a red wedge heel! Lol

Once you are done with your purchase they will offer you $100 value in merchandis which is pretty much just magazines lol. They give you up to 4 selections. I already subscribe to a few so I chose Harper’s Bazaar because my subscription recently ended. It was only $2 to activate the subscription also. Not bad in my opinion.

Everything else I wanted was out of stock for my size or I just wasn’t interested. I’m learning not just to buy things because they are on sale. So I spent $37.43 including the $5 shipping and handling and taxes and the 1-yr magazine subscription. Not bad. A great start for my spring/summer wardrobe. I’ll  continue to post my future purchases.

Here is the Arden B. link Click Here

Get The Look: Angela Simmons Pt. 2

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Ok Angela has really been on her A game lately! You all know that she is my favorite Simmons’ kid and this is why. I posted a pic of Angela and Vanessa on Friday, but here is Angela alone (I’ll do Vanessa’s post later this week) at the Tarin Tarantino Beauty Party in flower print leggings, black booties, boyfriend shirt, black bustier. She makes looking good effortless. Here is Angela’s look for less.

photo via Black Style Central