Archive for February, 2014

CANDI COVERAGE: The Launch Party For

CANDI COVERAGE: The Launch Party For “The Girls of Blaze” Disc Collection By Puma x Solange Major Success In ATL

02/23/2014  |  No Comments

02/23/2014

    Last night I attended the official launch party at Epitome, for The Girls Of Blaze Disc Collection. The collection is under the sneaker brand PUMA with Solange as the Artistic Director.
    I've always been a fan of the PUMA brand and was excited to hear that Solange had joined the PUMA team. We all know that the kid sister of Beyonce' is super stylish and a creative monster. I've always felt PUMA was for the sneaker heads that like to take risk (non-hypebeast) and embrace the different.
    The Girls Of Blaze Disc Collection include 4 designs: Rainforest, Burlap Rainbow, Tire and Dolphins.
    Solange brought on 4 dope designers to bring heat to the PUMA brand for the ladies. Gerlan MarceL (not pictured), Hisham Akira Bharoocha and sisters Darlene and Lizzy Okpo. The laceless kick is a statement kick, from the design to the colors.
    The event it self was POPPING!!! A nice location with a diverse group of Atl finest in the building. Epitome carries exculsive pieces more like a lifestyle boutique. Great music, tasty drinks, and dope giveaways. I would definitely call this a successful launch event. Shout out to Karla and Scott from PUMA. They Rock!! Head inside to see a few more pictures.
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DAMN SHE GOT BARS: 3D NA’TEE “ADD (FREESTYLE)”

02/19/2014  |  No Comments

02/19/2014

    3D Na'Tee is back with an exclusive freestyle video for ADD! Me and my boy Biz was just talking about top female Mc's, and of course the Nicki Minaj "Lookin ass nigga" track sparked the convo. Biz stated his fav female rapper was 3D Na'Tee, and I ain't even mad at him!! Hunnie got BARS. This is my second post on homegirl! I'm a fan!! LISTEN!!
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NEW MUSIC: RICK ROSS FT. FRENCH MONTANA X DIDDY “NOBODY” (LISTEN)

NEW MUSIC: RICK ROSS FT. FRENCH MONTANA X DIDDY “NOBODY” (LISTEN)

02/19/2014  |  No Comments

02/19/2014

    Rick Ross releases a track from his highly anticipated project Mastermind. The track features French Montana and Diddy. Inspired by B.I.G.’s “You’re Nobody (Til Somebody Kills You)” track, listen and let me know me if you're feeling it. New album in stores March 4th.
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GIRL WHAT!?!: Saving Our Daughters Charity Says It Did Not Receive Any Proceeds From Kenya Moore’s RHOA Charity Event

GIRL WHAT!?!: Saving Our Daughters Charity Says It Did Not Receive Any Proceeds From Kenya Moore’s RHOA Charity Event

02/19/2014  |  No Comments

02/19/2014

    "DO IT FOR THE TV...I AIN'T GONNA DO IT"...LMAO. SMH...This is just.....smdh!
    Get into the story below via AJC
    Saving Our Daughters, a non-profit in Atlanta, released a statement late last night stating it did not endorse or organize Kenya Moore’s “Real Housewives of Atlanta” charity event on their behalf and have not in fact received a penny of whatever proceeds came from said event.
Here’s the official statement to its supporters from Benjamin, founder and CEO of Saving Our Daughters: To all of our sponsors, contributors and friends
    On February 16, 2014, Saving Our Daughters was mentioned on the episode of Real Housewives of Atlanta as being honored with a fundraiser on its behalf.
    Our charity was contacted by publicist April Love to get approval and give notice of this upcoming event. Much to our delight, we were indeed honored to be chosen. After all, one of our largest financial contributors, Mrs. NeNe Leakes who has been responsible for contributions in the thousands of dollars throughout the years, is a member of the cast. Days later, to our surprise Ms. Love did contact me and inform me that she had decided to terminate her company’s involvement with this event. At that point, Ms. Moore contacted me to continue moving forward with the event as purposed and planned. This call took place a day before the event was scheduled to take place. Upon seeing the event unfold on TV, it was noticed that Ms. Kenya Moore stated that she was giving this charitable event in honor of Mrs. Leakes, with Saving Our Daughters as the recipient of the proceeds from the charity event. Honorees at this point were switched without our knowledge, but again, we are appreciative of any and all support for the organization. Had we been made aware that this fundraising event was in honor of Mrs. Leakes, we certainly would have been present with the plaques and certificates of appreciation that we currently have to present to Mrs. Leakes for her outstanding efforts and support for Saving Our Daughters. This would have been the perfect opportunity for us to honor her, as well.
    We were not aware of this and it appears that Mrs. Leakes wasn’t aware either. The light in which Saving Our Daughters was depicted was less than favorable. The organization received several calls from other supporters about our involvement in this event. They were extremely disappointed and felt that the organization was being taken advantage of. We go on record by stating that we at Saving our Daughters have never and will not ever be involved in any drive where the exact purpose is not clear, stated or held to with only approved changes. We would not ever jeopardize our continuing support from our friends by being a part of what appears to have been tainted from the start.
    In closing, Ms. Kenya Moore stated that thousands of dollars were raised at this event. To protect the integrity of Saving Our Daughters, our records show that we did not receive any of the proceeds raised from Ms. Moore’s masquerade ball. However, we do appreciate the contribution we did receive of $500 for our annual Christmas doll drive for children with cancer.
    sigh.... read more HERE
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Tom Ford Knock's Off The Knockoff With His Molly Dress Design

Tom Ford Knock’s Off The Knockoff With His Molly Dress Design

02/19/2014  |  No Comments

02/19/2014

    Photos: Getty Images
    Tom Ford debuted his Fall 2014 collection in London this week. Ford sent two identical dresses down the runway (in black and orange), both of which were emblazoned with the shorthand version of everyone's favorite lyric from Jay Z's "Tom Ford" and the year the designer was born (1961). Ford called his design, "a knockoff of the knockoff" being that Jay-Z has been rocking a Tom Ford Tee on his Magna Carta World Tour, which clearly isn't a Tom Ford design. lol!! Would you rock?
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Black Girls Rock: Nigerian-British Model Betty Adewole Is The New Face Of Tom Ford’s Beauty Campaign

Black Girls Rock: Nigerian-British Model Betty Adewole Is The New Face Of Tom Ford’s Beauty Campaign

02/19/2014  |  No Comments

02/19/2014

    Diversity in the Fashion Industry is always something I am happy to see!! It allows little pretty brown girls to see faces in the industry that they can relate to.
    21 year old Nigerian-British IMG model Betty Adewole is the new face of Tom Ford Beauty in its Spring/Summer 2014 Ad Campaign. Before landing the campaign Adewole has worked with everyone from Emanuel Ungaro to Issey Miyake.
    Adewole is replacing Polish model Zuzanna Bijoch. Ford’s Spring/Summer 2014 beauty collection will feature a limited edition color collection that includes four new nail shades and 8 new sheer lip colors.
    The limited collection is scheduled to hit stores in March 2014.
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Nas Celebrates A Milestone: Rapper Set To Release

Nas Celebrates A Milestone: Rapper Set To Release “Time is Illmatic” Documentary At Tribeca Film Festival

02/19/2014  |  No Comments

02/19/2014

    Illmatic was/is the blueprint for many rappers coming up in the game after Nasty Nas. The album was a classic and I am eager to see the documentary "Time Is Illmatic".
    via MTV
    It's hard to believe that it's been 20 years since Nas dropped Illmatic, on April 19 1994, so the Queens rapper is celebrating the milestone with a little refresher course on his debut album.
    Three days ahead of the LP's anniversary date, on April 16, Nas will kick off the 2014 Tribeca Film Festival with the premiere of his new documentary "Time is Illmatic." The film, produced by One9, Anthony Saleh and Erik Parke, retraces his influences and journey to create the album, and explores its lasting effect on hip-hop culture, which has already spanned two decades.
    Nas will follow the premiere with a live performance of the entire album, making it a pretty special event.
    In addition to debuting his documentary at the Tribeca Film Festival, the Queensbridge rapper will also drop Illmatic XX in April, featuring both original and remixed versions of the songs that appeared on his original album.
    Still, that's not all. Nas will be rolling out a new, half-hour autobiographical drama series called called "Street Dreams" on Xbox. The series will be set in the 90s in Queens, New York and follow the early stages of his career. A premiere date hasn't been announced as yet.
    For more information on Nas' documentary premiere and performance at the 2014 Tribeca Film Festival, visit TribecaFilm.com
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SHUTUPCANDI: Birdman & Kimora Lee Dating?

SHUTUPCANDI: Birdman & Kimora Lee Dating?

02/18/2014  |  No Comments

02/18/2014

    Say word? Word hit the net that Kimora Lee Simmons and Cash Money's big man Birdman are now an item. OMG.......We all know Kimora is all about the coins so I can definitely see that!! However, its also been reported that Kimora was dating Russian businessman, Tim Leissner. HUNNNNY!!!
    Kimora hasn’t confirmed her Cash Money romance yet, so I guess we just have to stay tuned!!!!!
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NOT IN BOP CUSTODY: Is Mendeecees Harris Home? Yandy Smith Speaks On It

NOT IN BOP CUSTODY: Is Mendeecees Harris Home? Yandy Smith Speaks On It

02/16/2014  |  No Comments

02/16/2014

    After posting the picture above with the caption that read "Having a drink Ya'll missed". Mr Harris threw everyone into a frenzy and the word that Mandeecees Harris was out spread like a wild fire.
Last season on Love and Hip-Hop Yandy Smith love life came to a hard pause when her son's father got picked up by the FEDS. Pretty much when the feds have a case on you, its a DOOBIE(wrap).
    He's been in custody as of last year but when you visit www.BOP.GOV it says NOT IN BOP CUSTODY which would lead many to believe he was out. Not true at all. A person can be awaiting trail and or sentencing, so therefore the site would be correct at stating he isn't in their custody. He may be in a different holding facility. The DemocratandChronicle a local newspaper in my hometown, shared a store regarding the conspiracy case which involved Mendeecees. From the article it states one guy received a 10 yr sentence while Mendeecees and his brother Tyrus Harris are still awaiting trail.
    Yandy had this to say:
    Now that I have a free second…if it doesn’t come from me. It’s probably not true. You know they love to speculate and exaggerate. @2thejew you got Instagram in a frenzy over that old pic! Preme…y’all go hard! He sends his love #rorolife #freethatman #nowbacktoworkIgo #filmlife #2day
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TREND FIX: 10 Fashion Rules To Live By This Spring

TREND FIX: 10 Fashion Rules To Live By This Spring

02/16/2014  |  No Comments

02/16/2014

    We all can agree that it has been pretty cold all over!! So I am sure everyone is super EXCITED for spring/summer!! ELLE Magazine created a top ten list to help you out with your looks for this season. I don't follow all trends. So I pulled out the looks I would try this year. To see the full list Click HERE enjoy!!
    2.LOGOS RULE
    3.MINIMALISM
    4. ROSE GOLD
    Thoughts?
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