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Dear BGG Readers,
I’m going to take a few days off because I’m going to Chicago, my hometown, for several days. I haven’t been home since I’ve been pregnant. Anyway, I’ll be back next week! Enjoy the rest of your week and have a wonderful weekend. 🙂
Btw, the winner of the Vaseline Sheer Infusion is CeCeSoChic. Congratulations! Please email me your mailing address.
You guys know that I’m a huge fan of Vaseline products and their newest body lotion is no exception. Vaseline’s Sheer Infusion is like lotion from the moisturizing gods. It not only moisturizes the top layer of skin, it penetrates deep down creating an all-day silky hydration like no other.
It comes in 3 scents: Botanical Blend, Vitamin Burst and Mineral Renewal. Due to my heightened sense of smell (caused during pregnancy), I prefer the Vitamin Burst scent because I find it to be the less fragrant of the three.
Vaseline Sheer Infusion available at www.drugstore.com for $7.99
Have you ever tried this body lotion? If so, what are your thoughts? One lucky reader will win a bottle. Just leave a comment and a winner will be selected randomly and announced tomorrow. **Winner will be able to choose the scent of their choice.
Gabrielle Union and Jill Marie Jones at the premiere of “Good Hair” in L.A.
Ashanti and Tyrese at an event in NYC.
Cedric The Entertainer at an event in L.A.
Regina Hall with Jamie Foxx at an event in L.A.
Eve and Common at an event in NYC.
Nia Long at a NY screening of “Good Hair.”
Anthony Mackie at an event in NYC.
Malaak Compton-Rock with husband Chris Rock at the premiere of “Good Hair” in L.A.
Sanaa Lathan at an event in L.A.
Terrance J with Valeisha Butterfield at the Dr. Miracle’s/WEEN screening of “Good Hair” in NYC.
What’s your favorite shot of the week?
If you’re a fan of leggings and tights, the latest twist on these legwear staples is that they’re popping up everywhere in lace! This season designers have taken a cue from the lace-crazy 80s a la Madonna style.
This retro, sexy yet sweet look is perfect for those who like to have a little fun with fashion. The key is to wear them with something simple like a chic LBD or stylish mini to guarantee that your gams get all the attention!
Would you wear this trend?
Autumn Floral Lace Tights available at www.barenecessities.com for $18
Betsey Johnson Lace Tights available at www.nordstrom.com for $20
Free People Lace Ankle Tights available at www.revolveclothing.com for $38
Jonathan Aston Purple Poetic Lace Tights available at www.my-wardrobe.com for $16.50
Lace Ankle Length Leggings available at www.ellamoss.com for $72
LnA Lace Zipper Leggings available at www.revolveclothing.com for $110
Moa Moa Lace Leggings available at www.dillards.com for $19.00
Sugar Lips Lace Leggings available at www.dillards.com for $29
Tattered Lace Print Tights available at www.urbanoutfitters.com for $14
Last night, I had the opportunity to catch a private screening of Chris Rock’s new docu-comedy, “Good Hair.” After much publicity and online buzz, I must say it didn’t live up to my expectations. Don’t get me wrong, it was ok, but after seeing so many clips on TV, it was as if I had seen the entire movie already. I thought that there would be something more that wasn’t shown in the clips, but there wasn’t. Perhaps, he could have included a few African-American women who were proud of their natural hair to give the documentary a bit more balance.
If you’ve seen the trailer, you know that he takes viewers on a journey through African-American women and our hair plight. He delves into the obsession that some of us have with chemical relaxers and weaves. He goes behind-the-scenes to enlighten moviegoers on how both products are made. Rock even travels to India to find out how the most popular weaves are produced.
He also speaks with several celebrities including Nia Long, Raven-Symone, Dr. Maya Angelou amongst others to get their opinions on the aforementioned topics. These snippets are sprinkled throughout the film, which provide occasional funny anecdotes. In addition, there is an underlying story about a celebrated hair show that takes place in Atlanta. Throughout the film, Rock follows four of the hair show contestants around as they prepare for the big show.
All in all, “Good Hair” raises many great points about how we perceive ourselves, the lack of black-owned haircare products, and the lengths we’ll go in order to “look good.”
So I ask, “What’s the most you’ve ever paid to have your hair done?” This includes, weaves, relaxers, cut, color, etc. Are you planning on seeing the movie when it opens this Friday (in select cities) and nationwide on Oct. 23rd? Please share!
Although pink is a pretty and playful color, during the month of October, it helps bring awareness to an ugly disease – breast cancer. Since October is Breast Cancer Awareness month, I will showcase different products throughout the month whose proceeds go toward helping find a cure for this disease that has affected so many families, including my own.
Diptyque Pink Roses Candle available at www.beautyhabit.com for $68. Proceeds from the sale of the limited-edition Pink Roses Candle will aid The Pink Agenda’s mission to raise money and heighten awareness of Breast Cancer among young professionals, hoping to cultivate the next generation of philanthropists.
Have you ever bought products that help raise money for breast cancer research? Have you been personally affected by this disease?
I’ve said it many times before, fall is my favorite season. The crisp air allows me to wear my absolute favorite footwear – boots! I’ve always been a fan of flat boots, but now that I’m walking for two, it makes sense that I choose a more practical boot that will be comfortable without compromising style.
Flat boots are perfect for pounding the pavement while wearing a pair of tucked-in skinny pants or jeans. If the tucked-in jean style isn’t for you, wearing flats with a turtleneck dress or knee-length skirt can also work, but I prefer to wear them with jeans.
From studded suede to classic black leather, you shouldn’t have a problem finding a pair that suits your taste this fall season.
Are you a fan of flat boots? If so, check out some of these boots all under $300!
Michael Kors Bromley Flat Boots available at www.macys.com for $250
Matiko Women’s Susy Boot available at www.endless.com for $156.72
BCBGeneration Women’s Frank Knee High Flat Boot available at www.endless.com for $169.95
Sam Edelman Berlin Flat Boot available at www.revolveclothing.com for $200
Kelsi Dagger Women’s Rianna Gathered Shaft Flat Boot available at www.endless.com for $189.95
Modern Vintage Women’s Janet Knee High Flat Riding Boot available at www.endless.com for $211.72
Sam Edelman Jackson Flat Over-the-Knee Boots available at www.bloomingdales.com for $199
Seychelles Women’s Broadway Boot available at www.endless.com for $169.95
Via Spiga Women’s Brook Boot available at www.endless.com for $131.97
**The four winners of one of the Maybelline purplish lipsticks are: Katrina, Carmesha, Dejoi and ThummyB! Congrats and please email me your mailing addresses! 🙂
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