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KEHLANI WEARS SHEER LACE AMEN GOWN TO THE 2017 AMERICAN MUSIC AWARDS

Kehlani graces the 2017 American Music Awards red carpet in a sheer lace couture AMEN gown. The Italian fashion house is thrilled to dress the R&B artist for her big night. This past year, Kehlani earned her first four hits on the Billboard HOT 100 and tonight she is nominated alongside Beyonce & Rihanna for the ‘Best Soul / R&B Female Artist’

Who: KEHLANI, “Best Soul/ R&B Female Artist”

Site: http://kehlanimusic.com/splash/?ref=

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kehlani/?hl=en

Where: Los Angeles, CA @ the 2017 American Music Awards

What: wears a FW ’17 Amen gown:

Black sheer lace column gown with edgy chain detailing designed and produced in Italy.

 

ABOUT AMEN COUTURE:

AN ITALIAN WINNING COMBINATION OF CRAFTSMANSHIP, EXCLUSIVE DETAILS AND PURE CREATIVITY, THAT MAKES EVERY PIECE UNIQUE AND TIMELESS.

JEWEL EMBROIDERIES, SARTORIAL MANUFACTURING, AS WELL AS STATE-OF-THE-ART FABRICS AND A CONTINUOUS STYLISTIC RESEARCH, COMBINED WITH EACH OTHER IN THE SUCCESSFUL MIX THAT IS THE SIGNATURE ON EVERY AMEN DRESS, A REFINED PLAY BETWEEN OPPOSITES, EFFECTIVELY BALANCING TRADITION AND INNOVA.

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Catch Mario Batali on Complex x Fuse – Thanksgiving Edition

Tune in to Fuse on Friday, November 17th at 11 p.m. ET/PT for an all-new Complex x Fuse, featuring celebrity chef, Mario Batali.

Here are some highlights from the episode, which airs this Friday, November 17th at 11 p.m. ET/PT:

  • Complex On Food – On a special Thanksgiving edition of First We Feast’s Hot Ones, chef Mario Batali samples spicy chicken wings; plus Sean Evans explores the perfect nacho. 

Complex x Fuse features exclusive first-looks of athletes and celebrities eating killer food, answering burning questions and revealing the secrets behind the hottest kicks. The weekly 90-minute Complex-branded block features first-run segments from Complex’s core slate of more than 20 digital shows including signature series like Hot Ones, Sneaker Shopping and Everyday Struggle.

 

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Magic City Fashion Week 2017 – Streetstyle Thursday and Macy’s Brookwood

For those that may not know, Magic City Classic is one of the largest HBCU football games celebrated in the south.  It’s the tailgating rivalry between students (and alumni) from Alabama A&M and Alabama State University.

In connection with the tradition, Daniel Grier and Derek De Anre launched Magic City Fashion Week 2017 to recognize the Birmingham fashion community.  MCFW showcased the artistic efforts of designers throughout the week of October 24-28, 2017.

Last night featured Streetstyle Thursday at Macy’s Brookwood in the IMPULSE Department. Christine Lee from Sober Culture served as the host along with runway styling from Magic City Fashion Week Team members Emma Ford, Portia Nichole, and Aliscia Marie.

Free People, Kensi, Rachel Roy, and Jay Walker were the highlighted designers worn by models. The fashion show was amazing and proceeds/donations supported the Birmingham Aids Outreach Organization.

 

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It’s A 10 Haircare: Official Professional Hair Care Sponsor of The 2018 Miss America Pageant

It’s a 10 Haircare, the go-to hair care brand for professional stylists and clients across the globe, is proud to announce its role as the Official Professional Hair Care Sponsor of “The 2018 Miss America® Competition.” To celebrate, the brand is launching an unprecedented, interactive campaign offering everyone inAmerica a chance to receive a free bottle of the brand’s #1 selling Miracle Leave-In Product if the newly crowned MissAmerica comes from their state.

Starting today, residents of the fifty states and the District of Columbia can visit http://missamerica.itsa10haircare.com/to register for this campaign.  Registered residents of the state from which the new Miss America hails will automatically receive a free 2 oz. Miracle Leave-In Product in the mail, courtesy of It’s a 10 Haircare. In addition, everyone else who registered coast to coast and in Alaska and Hawaii will also receive a coupon code for a free gift with purchase at Itsa10Haircare.com, regardless of their state.

“This campaign is a way to celebrate not only the women making a difference in the Miss America Competition, but also our fans nationwide who are pursuing their unique dreams, careers and philanthropic endeavors,” said Carolyn Aronson, Founder and CEO of It’s a 10 Haircare. “The Miss America Organization’s philanthropic arm is particularly appealing to me, as I have made it my mission to give back in ways that empower women and celebrate diversity. Together, we are going to reach millions of Americans and help them feel recognized and inspired – we couldn’t have hoped for a better partnership.”

During the broadcast of “The 2018 Miss America Competition,” Aronson will share her story and talk about the promotion.

“The 2018 Miss America Competition” will broadcast live on ABC from Atlantic City’s Boardwalk Hall on Sunday, September 10th (9:00 – 11:00p.m. ET and PT).

The Miss America Competition showcases the intellect, grace, and exceptional talent of 51 accomplished women representing their home states (and District of Columbia) as they compete for the coveted title of Miss America. As previously announced, Chris Harrison (ABC’s “The Bachelor” franchise and “Who Wants To Be A Millionaire”) returns to host the legendary competition, with Sage Steele (ESPN’s “SportsCenter on the Road” and “SportsCenter: AM”) joining as co-host. Celebrity judges for the final night of the competition include Thomas Rhett, Molly Sims, Jordin Sparks, and Jess Cagle.

For the latest news, be sure to follow Miss America (@MissAmerica) and It’s a 10 Haircare (@itsa10haircare) on social and join the conversation by using the official hashtag for the show, #MissAmerica.

 

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Boyz II Men, Jeffrey Osborne and Kenny G Take the Stage at 22nd Epcot International Food & Wine Festival

With an expanded lineup of popular performers and a team of A-list celebrity chefs creating new dishes, the 22nd Epcot International Food & Wine Festival brings the best of the best to celebrate 35 years of Epcot at Walt Disney World Resort.

The annual Disney tour of tastes is expanding in 2017 for a longer-than-ever 75-day run, from August 31-November 13. Growing in scope as one of America’s top food festivals each year since 1996, the Epcot event will run for 13 additional days of inspired sips and bites throughout the park’s World Showcase and Future World areas. Guests will have a chance to mix and mingle with celebrity chefs, experience hands-on culinary workshops and demonstrations at the Festival Center, and get their gourmet groove on at nightly Eat to the Beat concerts.

Celebrity Chefs

A-listers of the culinary world bring their talent to Walt Disney World once more to delight guests and inspire palates. Catch your favorite mealtime maestros in action at exclusive events, such as Party for the Senses, and special culinary demonstrations. Some of the celebrity Chefs participants include:

  • Erika Cline (Oct. 5 and Oct. 7) – Creator of her own chocolate boutique, Bleu Chocolat, in the Virgin Islands. The bean-to-bar chocolate boutique that showcases cocoas of many different origins.
  • Huda Mu’min (Oct. 6 and Oct. 7) – Record setting winner of Food Network’s Cut Throat Kitchen, host of The Kitchen Table and fan favorite on ABC’s The Taste.
  • Dana Herbert (Oct. 07 and Oct. 9) – The winner of TLC’s “Cake Boss: The Next Great Baker” is an expert sugar artist best known as “The Sugar Daddy” because of his work with pulled and blown sugar.
  • Jennifer Hill-Booker (Oct. 13 and Oct. 14) – Her cooking style is a modern reinvention of Southern cuisine that incorporates seasonal ingredients with French culinary techniques she learned at Le Cordon Bleu College of Culinary Arts in Paris.
  • Carla Hall (Nov. 3) – Co-Host of the popular ABC TV show “The Chew” and competitor on Top Chef and Top Chef: All Stars.
  • Kenny Gilbert (Nov. 10 and Nov. 11) – Top Chef Season 7 contestant and owner of Gilbert’s Underground Kitchen in Fernandina Beach, FL, Gilbert’s Social in Jacksonville, Fla. as well as his own spice blend line.

In addition to her appearance in November, celebrity chef Carla Hall will join her fellow co-hosts of ABC TV’s Emmy Award-winning lifestyle series “The Chew” at the Epcot International Food and Wine Festival.  For the third consecutive year the series will tape five shows on the Epcot stage on October 4-6. The shows will air October 9-13, 2017, at 1 p.m. ET, 12 p.m. PDT on the ABC Television Network.

Eat to the Beat Concert Series

Eleven new-to-the-festival bands, including Kenny G. and Baha Men will join 21 fan-favorite musical acts for a diverse lineup of artists set to rock America Gardens Theatre stage throughout the festival’s 75-day run.

Each night during the Festival, the stage lights up with some of the industry’s top recording artists including:

  • Baha Men – The band that revived the deep musical legacy of the Bahamas and achieved world fame with the hit song “Who Let the Dogs Out” will perform Sept. 4-5.
  • Kenny G – One of the biggest-selling musicians of the modern era, this master of the soprano sax will perform October 23-24.
  • Jeffrey Osborne – Known for his song “On the Wings of Love,” he will be performing on Oct. 14-15.
  • Billy Ocean – The international pop and R&B star of the ‘70s and ‘80s, who rose to fame with hits such as “Caribbean Queen” and “Get Outta My Dreams, Get into My Car” will perform on Oct. 25-26.
  • Living Colour – Known for their song “Cult of Personality,” and with a new album coming out this fall, this popular band will perform some of their top hits on Nov. 4-5.
  • Boyz II Men – Recognized as one of the most successful musical groups of the ‘90s by Billboard magazine, this top-ranking band will bring its famous a capella harmonies to the stage on Nov. 6-8.

Happenings at The Festival Center

At The Festival Center, guests can stop start off their culinary adventure and get helpful information, including a park map, Times Guide and Festival Passports (also available at select Epcot locations).

The Festival Center is also home to:

  • Festival Center Wine Shop: Choose from an incredible selection of wines and spirits from prestigious makers featured throughout the Festival.
  • Intermissions Café: Recharge and relax with mouthwatering menu options perfect for day or night noshing.
  • Back to Basics Series: Discover delish tips and tricks from the industry’s top culinary pros! These helpful hints will have a profound effect on your next meal.
  • Book Signings and Meet & Greets: Meet celebrated authors and other food-and-wine-industry personalities.
  • Bottle Signings: Rub elbows with some of the world’s top beverage experts!
  • Seasons of the Vine: Get a behind-the-vines look at the process that transforms delicate grapes into the “nectar of the gods”—step by nectarous step.
  • The Chocolate Experience: From Bean to the Bar – Hosted by Ghirardelli® Chocolate Company: Marvel at chocolate sculptures created by our own Walt Disney World Resort pastry chefs, and explore the journey chocolate must take to get from the bean to the bar.

 

Included with Epcot Admission

Back to Basics series, special book signings, Eat to the Beat concerts, cultural adventures, Festival Passport and all attractions and park entertainment are included with regular Epcot admission.

Special Programming by Reservation

The Party for the Senses grand tasting events, signature dinners and other special wine and culinary programs require reservations and separate event admission. Guests can call 407/WDW-FEST (939-3378) and get details at www.EpcotFoodFestival.com

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VH1 REALITY STAR FASHION SHOW with Dani J.

Who: Danielle “Dani J.” Jamison known as Danielle from Vh1 Black Ink Crew Chicago.

What: Dani J. fashion show is an event in which local Chicago designers are selected to showcase their clothes to the press in general public. It is unique to any other fashion show because each look is personally picked out and styled by Danielle. Hence the phrase “styled by Dani J”.

This went will take place at The Promontory in Chicago, on September 17, 2017.

Why: Dani Created “styled by Dani J” fashion shows as a means to create an in your face, and visually appealing experience. She already has a blog (iamdanij.com) so for her, hosting fashion shows was the best way to bring her passion to life. Chicago is so underrated when it comes to fashion so to be able to bring different designers and boutiques together under one roof, every piece picked out by Dani, styled by Dani, is what the DaniJ brand is all about.

When: Summer Collection Fashion Show & Day Party will start at 6 P.M. on September 17, 2017 at The Promontory 5311 S Lake Park Ave Chicago, IL

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Celebrity Interview with Mamoudou Athie – Fox Searchlight Pictures PATTI CAKE$

Style + Life + Fashion had the opportunity to interview Hollywood Actor Mamoudou Athie.  We know him from previous roles such as The Circle and Get Down.

In his current performance, he plays “Basterd” an ambiguous producer, which helps Patti achieve her dreams of making it into the world of rap.

PATTI CAKE$, Fox Searchlight Pictures film will be released on August 18th.

Interview with Mamoudou Athie:

Mamoudou Athie shared his professional insight and performance for the upcoming drama film PATTIE CAKE$.

Upon speaking with Style + Life + Fashion, he discussed his love for performing and story-telling; which attracted him to become an accomplished actor.  This started during childhood and progressed into Mamoudou receiving his first major role at age 21.

Aside from being a childhood thespian, Mamoudou also attended the Yale School of Drama and acted on Broadway.

The inspiration for Mamoudou taking this role in the movie PATTIE CAKE$ was due to the diversity of the character.  In addition, he felt the movie was a great script and opportunity for a break-out performance.

His love of music and Shakespearian background are only a few traits from his previous roles that are incorporated in the new film.

To learn more about the movie PATTIE CAKE$ and Mamoudou Athie‘s character “Basterd“ visit FoxSearchLight.com

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Black Girls Rock 2017 and Yara Shahidi Red Carpet Style

Yara Shahidi has become a red carpet siren with a unique style.  She was seen wearing a gorgeous purple bell-sleeved dress for The Black Girls Rock! 2017 event. This Elie Saab dress had a ruffle neckline and pleated skirt for the bottom.

Photo Credit: People Style

The use of coordinating accessories made her look very distinctive.  Yara cinched the waist with a plum-colored belt and metallic pointed-toe heels.

Fashionistas can appear taller (with natural curves) by wearing a belt in the same tone as your outfit.

Find a few style options from Forever 21 below:

White Laces coordinate with Shirt Dress

Wrap Belt can be worn with Black Dress