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I wanted to share Kerry Washington’s red carpet look (tonight) for The Emmys 2015. Kerry stunned everyone in this gorgeous Marc Jacobs gown; the beading was absolutely amazing and screamed high fashion!
Dress – Marc Jacobs
Shoes – Cassadei
Clutch – Salvatore Ferragamo
Jewels – Harry Winston
Photo was taken from Kerry Washington’s Instagram
Soledad OBrien and Brad Raymond
Soledad OBrien and Bevy Smith
Ubah Hassan
Soledad OBrien and Mindy Grossman
Award-winning Journalist Soledad OBrien along with her husband Brad Raymond hosted the annual fundraising event, “New Orleans to New York City Gala,” with guests Bevy Smith, Ubah Hassan, Geoffrey Fletcher and more. The celebration was the biggest night of the year for the Starfish Foundation, created to provide promising young women a bridge between obstacles and opportunities. Guests enjoyed a cocktail reception followed by the evening’s festivities which included a special music performance by members of the New Orleans Jazz Orchestra.
The Starfish Foundation Industry Roundtable Powered by Build N Blaze gave Starfish scholars a behind the scenes look inside running the Home Shopping Network (HSN). HSN CEO Mindy Grossman was on site for a Q&A with Soledad OBrien and to take the young women scholars through a day in the life at the network.
ABOUT THE STARFISH FOUNDATION: After witnessing the devastating effects of Hurricane Katrina in 2006, OBrien and Raymond began privately awarding scholarships to young women who didn’t have the resources for success. As their efforts grew, they officially formed the Starfish Foundation to expand their reach and help even more young women. Today the Starfish Foundation provides scholarships to disadvantaged young women in under-served communities and is committed to giving more than just financial assistance to its scholarship honorees. The Foundation creates a customized support program for each participant that reflects that person’s specific needs.
Model Selita Ebanks attended the Style Africa Gala on Saturday (June 22) in Los Angeles wearing Ashi Studio.
Selita Ebanks arrived wearing a white off- the -shoulder Ashi Studio gown, paired up with her box braids the look was pure perfection! Ebanks was being honored for her humanitarian efforts at the annual event.
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Event Producer and Media Personality Kevin Lei is set to sponsor for its 3rd year, The “Platform: A Black Music Month Event”. Kevin Lei is the visionary of The Connection Network, a good-news media outlet based in the Baltimore-Washington Metropolitan Area.
This year’s event will take place on Tuesday, June 30, 2015 at Baltimore’s musical haven Mood Ultralounge @ 347, located at 347 N. Calvert Street, Baltimore, MD 21202, from 8-12midnight. The Platform: A Black Music Month Event is dedicated to showcasing the best in black music and artistry. This year’s performers include Stellar Award Winning Artist, Ms. Jessica Greene, International Recording Artist, Freedom Imani and National Recording Artists, April Hall and Christen B. The event will be co-hosted by National Playwright and Author, Crystal L. Bass, Executive Producer of America’s #1 hit stage play, “Ain’t No Love Like A Mother’s Love” and Media Personality, Rock Mitchell. This year’s 2015 Artist Achievement recipients will be multiple Stellar Award Winner and Grammy Nominated Artist, “The Princess of Praise and Worship”, Ms. Maurette Brown Clark and Nationally Hailed Legendary house DJ, DJ. Spen. “With the recent upheaval in our city, what better time than now to come together and celebrate the richness of our culture, our music, and those who have paved the way for us. I want this year’s black music month event to be reminiscent of attending a family reunion, where you see folks who you haven’t seen in a while, laugh until it hurts, enjoy feel good music, and socialize around tasty bites and delicious drink.” stated Kevin Lei, host of the Connection.
The Platform is one of the leading Black Music Month events in the city of Baltimore. Each year, we strive to give our audience an unparalleled evening of musical celebration. This year we are excited to honor and feature both established and emerging voices. To learn more about The Platform: A Black Music Month event or to purchase tickets log onto www.thecarrolltongroup.com – tickets will go on sale June 10th. The Platform: A Black Music Month event, will take place on Tuesday, June 30th at Mood Ultra Lounge @ 347, located 347 N. Calvert Street, Baltimore, MD 21202.
About The Platform:
A Black Music Month Event: Created in 2012, The Platform, A Black Music Month Event is an outlet for artists and black music lovers alike to gather and experience phenomenal music from new and established artists to celebrate Black Music Month. The Platform has worked with nationally acclaimed stars such as TV One R&B Diva Lil’ Mo (2012 Artist Achievement Award Recipient), BET Sunday Best and Stellar Award Winning Artist, Ms. Y’Anna Crawley (2013 Artist Achievement Award Recipient), Sony BMG – R&B Superstar, Paula Campbell (2013 Artist Achievement Award Recipient), and NAACP Image Award Winner, Ms. Sheri Booker (2012-2013 Host), along with other dynamic artists and musicians within the metropolitan area and abroad. The Platform: A Black Music artists and musicians.
hashtag #ThePlatformBMM
Enjoy photo & video updates from the Cannes Fashion Festival 2015 –
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The Cannes Film Festival 2015 began on Wednesday, May 13, 2015 with sought after International and American directors and stars. The fashion worn by celebrities (on the red carpet) was the center of attention! Leading ladies such as Karlie Kloss, Natalie Portman and Lupita Nyongo stole the spotlight.
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View more photos here: Baltimore Fashion and Style Examiner
2015 is set to be a sensational year for the global fashion scene, as the first ever Cannes Fashion Festival takes place in France. Celebrating fashion in its entirety, the festival is a consumer-driven event which sets it far apart from similar fashion festivals around the globe. It also takes place in a highly sought after location, right across from the Cannes Film Festival’s red carpet!
Taking place from 20th-22nd May 2015, it also coincides with the internationally renowned Cannes Film Festival. That means the designers showcasing in the glamorous runway events will have a global stage and shows might even be attended by the world’s biggest film stars.
Additionally, the Cannes Fashion Festival will be historically streamed online for worldwide exposure. Tune in from anywhere around the globe to watch international designers and emerging talent showcase Haute Couture, Womenswear, Menswear, Jewelry, Lingerie, Swimwear, Bridal, Sportswear and Accessories.
With stunning runway shows, glamorous parties, competitions for talented aspiring designers, backstage interviews and the Global FashionAwards, the Cannes Fashion Festival is not to be missed. Fashionistas from all over the world will be coming together in a spectacular celebration of fashion talent in the South of France.
The stylish festival will feature an array of glittering runway shows and glamorous events to be attended by international designers, journalists, industry insiders and fashion forward consumers. Many world famous designers are already scheduled for appearances, including CUSTO Barcelona which has been worn by the likes of Brad Pitt and Natalie Portman. The brand has also created a series of limited edition T-shirts for which all profits will go towards stopping the deadly spread of Ebola.
The CUSTO fashion label and Cannes Fashion Festival have teamed up for the Ebola campaign, to assist charities which are helping the worst Ebola-affected areas. Sold online only, customers can choose which charity to donate the proceeds to at the checkout. What’s more, a number of the limited T-shirts have been sent to celebrities to sign, and these pieces will be auctioned off during the festival gala on Friday 22nd May.
This past Saturday, over 350 people – including Mayor Stephanie Rawlings-Blake and Congressman John Delaney – turned out to support New York Times Best Selling Author Wes Moore at his inaugural Champions of #THEWORK Celebration. Moore and PHILANTHROPIK co-hosted the event at the Four Seasons Baltimore to honor seven individuals for their significant contributions and dedication to their local communities. Just last month, Moore released his second read, The Work, which quickly climbed the ranks of the New York Times’ Best-Seller list.
Moore addressed the crowd in the name of #THEWORK, delivering powerful remarks regarding the importance of finding one’s passion in life through self-discovery, service and risk-taking.
“We want to rejoice the individuals who are using their passions as a vehicle to address the world’s greatest needs, and share their experiences for the chance to inspire others to do the work of their lives.”
The red carpet affair – presented by Prudential – featured CÎROC signature cocktails and passed hors d’oeuvres. World-renowned harmonica player Frederic Yonnet serenaded guests with a live performance of classic tunes mixed with modern day hits.
The night honored: Youth Dreamers’ Kristina Berdan, CÎROC Military Ambassador and US Marine Corps Captain Christopher Minaya, President & Founder of Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors Bonnie Carroll, Youth Build Founder & Executive Director Robert Clark and BridgeEdu’s Codi Chavis, Angelique Smith and Tyson Sanford-Griffin for their continued success in their individual fields.
Additional notable attendees at the soiree included Maryland State Senator Bill Ferguson, CBS Baltimore Anchor Vic Carter and Prudential Vice Chairman Mark Grier among others.
ABOUT THE CHAMPIONS OF #THEWORK
Champions of #THEWORK is inspired by New York Times Bestselling Author Wes Moore’s book, The Work. The platform challenges individuals to use their passion as vehicle to address the world’s greatest needs, then share their experiences for a chance to inspire others. Those looking to share their story or find out more, are encouraged to visit www.whatisyourwork.com.
ABOUT WES MOORE
Baltimore Native Wes Moore is an Army combat veteran, national bestselling author, and social entrepreneur. His first book, The Other Wes Moore, became an instant New York Times and Wall Street Journal bestseller as a story that conveys the importance of individual decisions as well as community support. In his most recent book The Work, another New York Times Bestseller, Moore recounts the valuable lessons learned from his experiences in Afghanistan to the Bush White House to the 2008 Obama Presidential Campaign. He is also the host of “Beyond Belief” on the Oprah Winfrey Network and Executive Producer and host of “Coming Back with Wes Moore” on PBS. www.wesmoore.com Twitter: @wesmoore1 Facebook & Instagram: @iamwesmoore
ABOUT PHILANTHROPIK
PHILANTHROPIK is a series of charitable functions produced by activist, strategist and entrepreneur Zachary McDaniels. It was designed to give his network, associates and business partners the opportunity to donate, gain relationships with and connection to organizations both of historic significance and human value. PHILANTHROPIK is an effort to help join those who want to give with those that need it. A simple concept with continual gains. www.philanthropik.org
ABOUT PRUDENTIAL FINANCIAL
For nearly 140 years, Prudential Financial, Inc., has helped individual and institutional customers grow and protect their wealth. Today, it is one of the world’s largest financial services institutions with operations in the United States, Asia, Europe, and Latin America. Prudential also has one of the most recognized and trusted brand symbols: The Rock ®, an icon of strength, stability, expertise, and innovation. The company is a proud sponsor of Wes Moore and Champions of #THEWORK. For more information about this partnership, please visit www.facebook.com/video/embed?video_id=689860094462336.
Wes Moore and Mayor Stephanie Rawlings-Blake. Photo credit: Steven Presbury.
Wes and Dawn Moore. Photo credit: Steven Presbury.
Prudential’s Mary Rood and Mark Grier, Robert Clark, Wes Moore and Prudential’s Chuck Sevola. Photo credit: Steven Presbury.
CÎROC Military Ambassador and US Marine Corps Captain Christopher Minaya, Naya Evans and CÎROC Ambassador Ke’Shawn Forbes. Photo credit: Alex Acosta.
Award Recipients Robert Clark, Wes Moore, Codi Chavis, Angelique Smith, Tyson Sanford-Griffin, Mark Grier, Lou Oberndorf, Kristina Berdan, Christopher Minaya and Susan Wright. Photo credit: Alex Acosta.
Celebrity makeup artist extraordinaire and cosmetic genius, Nick Barose, is a big fan of Eylure lashes and looks to the collection throughout award season to create his signature, dramatic yet natural lash look for celebrities walking the red carpet.
Nick Barose completed Academy Award winner, Lupita Nyongo’s look with Eylure 011 Naturals. Nick loves the fact the Eylure lashes are baked, providing a curved base making application quick and easy for both artists and consumers. The Eylure lash collection provides a flawless look, are flattering to everyone and incredibly light – women forget they are wearing the lashes after 5 minutes!
About Eylure
As the first lash brand to come to market in 1947, the lash experts at Eylure have created a collection with a concise range of eight categories that encompass every lash occasion. The eight categories cover both strip, individual, and pre-glued lashes.
Eylure lashes are available at Target, Ulta, and Kohl’s.
See more looks from the Oscars 2015 on Instagram
Excited to announce that Style + Life + Fashion’s an Offical Blogger for Cannes Fashion Festival 2015. See more details about the festival below:
2015 is set to be a sensational year for the global fashion scene, as the first ever Cannes Fashion Festival takes place in France. Celebrating fashion in its entirety, the festival is a consumer-driven event which sets it far apart from similar fashion festivals around the globe. It also takes place in a highly sought after location, right across from the Cannes Film Festival’s red carpet!
Taking place from 20th-22nd May 2015, it also coincides with the internationally renowned Cannes Film Festival. That means the designers showcasing in the glamorous runway events will have a global stage and shows might even be attended by the world’s biggest film stars.
Additionally, the Cannes Fashion Festival will be historically streamed online for worldwide exposure. Tune in from anywhere around the globe to watch international designers and emerging talent showcase Haute Couture, Womenswear, Menswear, Jewelry, Lingerie, Swimwear, Bridal, Sportswear and Accessories.
With stunning runway shows, glamorous parties, competitions for talented aspiring designers, backstage interviews and the Global Fashion Awards, the Cannes Fashion Festival is not to be missed. Fashionistas from all over the world will be coming together in a spectacular celebration of fashion talent in the South of France.
The stylish festival will feature an array of glittering runway shows and glamorous events to be attended by international designers, journalists, industry insiders and fashion forward consumers. Many world famous designers are already scheduled for appearances, including CUSTO Barcelona which has been worn by the likes of Brad Pitt and Natalie Portman. The brand has also created a series of limited edition T-shirts for which all profits will go towards stopping the deadly spread of Ebola.
The CUSTO fashion label and Cannes Fashion Festival have teamed up for the Ebola campaign, to assist charities which are helping the worst Ebola-affected areas. Sold online only, customers can choose which charity to donate the proceeds to at the checkout. What’s more, a number of the limited T-shirts have been sent to celebrities to sign, and these pieces will be auctioned off during the festival gala on Friday 22nd May.
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