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California / February 9, 2015

ASCAP Grammy Brunch: #KINGSMAN Fun, Style and Photos

This year’s ASCAP Grammy Brunch proved to be a good time for all and 20th Century Fox’s KINGSMAN: THE SECRET SERVICE set up a special KINGSMAN Photo Parlor to capture all the excitement at the SLS Hotel at Beverly Hills yesterday. The KINGSMAN Photo Parlor gave guests the chance to snap some fun photos with special props that were both gentlemen-worthy and necessities for every top spy like Colin Firth and Michael Caine who save the world from SAMUEL L. JACKSON in KINGSMAN: THE SECRET SERVICE.

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Special guests included celebrities, writers, producers, artists and executives like NICOLE GEORGE-MIDDLETON, VP at ASCAP, MIR HARRIS of ASCAP, KENNY BURNS, VERSE SIMMONDS, MELODY THORNTON, AJ JOHNSON, KAM PARKER, LAURIEANN GIBSON, DJ TRAUMA, BRIDGET KELLY and more!

Check out the fun photo booth freshness below and feel free to share with your readers. Don’t forget KINGSMAN: THE SECRET SERVICE is in theaters nationwide this FRIDAY, 2/13!

Baltimore | Birmingham | Atlanta / February 8, 2015

Homemade Soup and Recipe – Lifestyle Tip

I like to make homemade soup for my family during the winter months. It’s a fairly easy recipe and can be a hearty meal. As new generation women, we’re busy and need simple ideas to make our lives easier; one option is to make soup.

Eating soup can be a healthy meal substitute from our normal grilled caesar salad. Simply cook the recipe, store in ziplock bags, and put in the freezer. Also, depending on the amount that’s left over, one can store soup (in the freezer) for family sick days.

There’s two easy steps I like to incorporate that’s less time consuming when cooking the recipe. Number one, use a soup starter mix and number two, take pre cooked chicken breast (from last night’s dinner) and shred for your recipe. If you want to get “fancy” add vegetables to the recipe as well.

After you’re done don’t forget to serve in your soups mugs (I found a set at the thrift shop) with crackers or make a batch of crescent rolls on the side. You can sit back and watch your favorite reality show because dinner’s done!

Beauty / February 7, 2015

National Go Red Day 2015 – Live Stream Fashion Show at MBFW

National Go Red Day 2015 is to help bring awareness to heart disease and stroke in women, which is the #1 killer of women, killing 1 and 3 women.

There are so many women in all of our lives that we care about, so we are trying to help raise awareness.

TUNE IN: The official Go Red Fashion Show live stream, Feb 12th at New York Fashion week with this link: http://bit.ly/RDC15

Go-Red-For-Women-Red-Dress-Awards — Go Red for Women Fashion Show

Accessories / February 6, 2015

The Pearl Source – Style Options for Wearing Pearls

Valentine’s Day is right around the corner and it’s the perfect time to start your gift selection. Whether it’s showing love to your mom or a romantic date, gifting a beautiful strand of pearls can bring a smile to anyone’s face.

pearls-rihanna3 — Rihanna wearing Pearls

I adore pearls because they’re simple, chic, and elegant. A beautiful strand of pearls can be worn a variety of ways. If you’re striving for a simple style, wear pearls with a business suit, blouse, or cashemere sweater. Another option for a hip look is wear to pearls with a chambray top or leather jacket; and of course there’s always the traditional option of wearing pearls with a gown. The point is that pearls can be worn to dress up or dress down depending on your personal style.

Don’t forget to consider the length of your necklace in terms of the neckline and the size of your wrist (for bracelets.) One never wants to look fashionable and their pearl bracelet keeps sliding or risk losing a family heirloom.

According to Jackie Kennedy, “Pearls are always appropriate.” Visit The Pearl Source for exquisite pearls at an affordable price.

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California / February 6, 2015

Angela Simmons and FIFTY SHADES OF GREY

Just moments ago hip hop royalty Angela Simmons debuted an exclusive teaser of her #Bae portrait shot by the one and only Lance Gross inspired by the new movie FIFTY SHADES OF GREY.

FIFTY SHADES OF GREY is slated to release next week just in time for Valentine’s Day, but in the meantime, check out Angela’s HOT portrait below as well as a sneak peak from Wild ‘n Out cast member and Vine sensation King Bach. Be on the lookout for more photos from the shoot dropping next week!

Accessories / February 5, 2015

Caring for Your Handbags: 10 Easy Tips for Fashionistas

We own them, we love them, and we spend a great deal of money on them….handbags! There’s so many stylish bags for our personal collection such as tote bags, satchels, clutches, hobo bags, and weekender bags.

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I have an obsession with handbags because they’re a great organizational tool. When my handbag’s properly sorted I feel like I can conquer the world. Although we may own several handbags (in various shapes and colors) are we caring for them properly?

As fashionistas, we stick our handbags in a closet once the seasons change. We forget to handle the outer leather, straps, and interior with care.

Tips to properly care for your handbag collection:

1. Know the material of your handbag prior to using chemicals or solutions.

2. Always store your handbag in a pillow case or protective cloth.

3. Don’t forget to zip or fasten the bag; and put the straps together.

4. Purchase a leather or suede protector for your handbags.

5. Repairs can be done by your local seamstress or purse repair shop.

6. Handbags should be moisturized with a leather conditioner.

7. Insert bubble wrap or tissue paper to help your bag keep it’s shape and form.

8. Use a spray protector for weatherproofing handbags against environmental debris.

9. Let spills dry naturally inside of the bag.

10. Remember to also care for the hardware on your handbag.

If you switch handbags often, consider purchasing a handbag organizer to keep important items in tack. You never have to worry about packing your favorite lipstick or nail file ever again.

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Uncategorized / February 4, 2015

Grooming Tips For Men: How To Get The Best Shave

Proper shaving techniques, high-quality products and excellent post-shaving skin care, can help make you look your best. Plus, a good shaving technique and the right care, can also help to reduce your risk of razor burn and bumps, as well as other shaving irritations.

A clean, close shave, followed by a good facial wash and an excellent moisturiser, are necessary for achieving fantastic facial skin health.

To help you keep yourself looking good by achieving the best shave possible, we have put together some tips below:

Start off with a wet beard

Before shaving, it is essential that your beard is wet. One of the key factors for a good, clean shave without getting sore skin, is making sure that your beard is as wet as possible. As your hair gets wet, it will absorb around 30% of the water on it, making it weaker and easier to cut through.

To ensure that your beard is properly wet, it might be a good idea to take a shower before you shave. Or, if this is not possible, rinse your face with warm water and then apply a warm, wet flannel to it for a couple of minutes.

Don’t be tempted to shave with dry skin, as this can cause razor burn and sore, irritated skin.

Use a good shaving cream

If you are wet shaving, it is important to use a good shaving cream. Ideally, you want a shaving cream that is moisturising. The higher quality shaving creams will create a rich lather, and the beard to be as wet and soft as possible.

For a wet shave, a shaving brush is essential

If you are wet shaving, one of the most important tools is a shaving brush. A shaving brush helps to lift the hair upwards so that you can get a cut as close to the base of the hair as possible; it also helps to create a creamy lather from the shaving cream.

A shaving brush is also great for removing old skin cells, reducing the chances of blemishes, bumps or skin irritation.

Use a good quality razor

Ensure that you always use a quality shaver with sharp blades. You may not realise it, but when you shave you are not only cutting the hair, but also removing some of the top layers of skin at the same time. The blunter the razor is, the more damage it will do to the skin, so it is always a good idea to have a sharp razor.

Before you shave, rinse your blade under hot water and then rinse it again every few strokes. Hot water cleans the blade and gives you a closer shave.

Beauty / February 3, 2015

BioHarvest: First – Ever BioFood

BioHarvest, a brand that has pioneered a way to provide the benefits of red wine, in one convenient zero calorie packet: VINIA red grape powder.

What is it really? VINIA is the first-ever biofood (a new kind of superfood) and is free of sugars, calories and alcohol

How do you consume it? Mix the red grape powder in anything you would normally eat or drink (oatmeal, yogurt, water, smoothies, salads, etc.) for a wellness boost

VINIA is now available for purchase in a 30-day supply box for $149.99 at www.BioHarvest.com. Or, consider purchasing a reoccurring subscription for $119.99/month. I’ve included topline key information for VINIA below for your reference.

VINIA™ Key Facts:

One serving contains a similar amount of Resveratrol as found in 1,000 grapes or 1 bottle of fine red wine
Supports blood circulation, healthy arteries, and blood pressure already within normal range
Comes directly from the Avnir red grape; contains NO artificial coloring, flavoring, or preservatives

About BioHarvest

BioHarvest, a consumer health care innovator, has pioneered a patented breakthrough platform technology to produce the first-ever superfood sub-category, known as “biofood,” made from the essence of fruit and vegetables and cultivated into a fine powder. The company’s flagship product, VINIA, is made from red grapes, and offers many of the benefits of red wine without sugars, calories, or alcohol. BioHarvest uses a clean production process – no solvent extraction used, non-GMO, free from fungicides, pathogens, pesticides and any other residual chemicals.

Baltimore | Birmingham | Atlanta / February 3, 2015

Valentine’s Day 2015 in DC – Specials and Gift Ideas

Treat that special someone to a Valentine’s Day they won’t forget. Up the ante this year by indulging in specials from Mari Vanna DC, Shinola, Union Market, DCanter and The Still Point. Whether it’s a relaxing spa day at The Still Point, decadent Russian caviar at Mari Vanna, luxurious leather goods from Shinola, delicious wines at DCanter or a heart-opening yoga session at Union Market, there’s something for every loved one this season.

Mari Vanna (1141 Connecticut Ave., NW, www.marivanna.ru):
Spoil your sweetheart with an extravagant delicacy at Dupont hotspot Mari Vanna with their special Caviar Prix-Fixe Valentine’s DayMenu. On Saturday, February 14, guests of the Russian eatery will indulge in a menu of one cold appetizer, one hot appetizer and one hot entree for $125 or $150, depending on your caviar choice. Cold appetizer options include Olivier, Vinegret or Herring. Hot appetizers options include red caviar Blinis ($125) or black caviar Blinis ($150). Available entrees include Chicken Tabaka, Chicken Kiev, Sea Bass, Salmon, Beef Kebob or Beef Stroganoff. Diners will be treated to a bottle of champagne for two and a complimentary dessert.

Shinola (1534 14th St. NW, www.shinola.com):
Give a gift of timeless elegance with this Detroit-based luxury design brand, dedicated to producing handcrafted watches, bicycles, leather goods, journals and pet accessories – all made in America. Adorn wrists with the Valentine’s Bracelet in Lollipop Red ($125). Explore the city with The Runwell bike ($2,950) or make sure your sweetie never misses a minute with the Triple Wrap Runwell watch ($825).

Union Market (1309 5th St. NW, www.unionmarketdcom):
Open your heart – and your chakras – with an invigorating free yoga practice on Sunday, February 15 at Union Market’s Dock 5 with yogi Nya Alemayhu. The 90 minute session will channel the flow of love and compassion, bringing harmonious balance to mind, body and spirit. Bring a mat and an open mind.

DCanter (545 8th St. SE, www.dcanterwines.com):
It wouldn’t be Valentine’s Day without popping some bubbly, and what better way than with a champagne tasting? Make a toast with your sweetie on Saturday, February 14 from 6 – 7 p.m. ($65 per person). Sample 6 champagnes and nosh on artisanal cheeses. Take home a bottle of wine at a special discounted price. RSVP to reserve a spot.

The Still Point (1 Columbia Ave. Tacoma Park, MD | 12451 Clarksville Pike, Clarksville, MD | 10275 Little Patuxent Pkwy. Columbia, MD. www.thestillpointspa.com):
Pamper that special person all month long with luxurious treatments from the Maryland-based wellness spa, with three locations. Choose from two unique experiences, the Chocolate Sweetheart Facial ($55/30 minutes) and the Couples Massage ($218/50 minutes, $290/80 minutes Add on Cocoa Sugar Polish +$140/25 minutes. Price includes 2 guests). The facial includes cleansing and exfoliation treatments followed by a TOMA Skin Therapies #14 Hydrating Antioxidant Mask. The soothing facial is finished off with a blissful 10 minute massage over the neck, shoulders, arms and hands. The couples massage offers a full body exfoliation in relaxing rooms with heated massage tables and heated floors.

Gift Ideas:

Shinola’s Valentine Envelope, Double Wrap Bracelet or Contrast Dog Leash

Accessories / February 2, 2015

Styling Patterned Trousers – Comprehensive Guide

Patterned trousers can look amazing, but you need to style them properly to ensure you don’t look out of place. You definitely don’t want to look like you’ve dressed in the dark! Using this guide when styling your trousers will make sure you look on top form!

Make a Statement With a Bright Top

Lots of prints look amazing with bright colours, so wear a bright top on your top half to make a statement. Leopard print and red would work really well, as would teal and monochrome dogtooth trousers. You can experiment in any way you like to find something that works. You can even pick something else to add colour, like a bag or your shoes. Even Islamic clothing is great to use for this tip.

Add a Fitted Blazer and Heels

If you want to wear your patterned trousers out on the town, simply add a fitted blazer and heels. You’ll look chic and turn heads for all of the right reasons! Want to make even more of a statement? Wear your blazer in a contrasting colour to your trousers.

Thrown on an Oversized Sweatshirt

If you want to dress down your patterned trousers slightly, add an oversized sweatshirt. Bear in mind this looks better if your trousers are more of a skinny fit, so you don’t swamp yourself in material. This even looks great with heels, if you plan on going for a casual drink!

Wear a Basic T and Sandals for Boho Chic

If you don’t want to look too done up, wear a basic T and sandals for a boho look. Think Vanessa Hudgens! She always looks laid back yet stylish. This look is perfect for a festival, or even a day at the beach.

Tuck in a Top and Add a Belt

Consider tucking a top or shirt into your trousers, and then adding a nice waist belt to cinch you in. This will give you an unbelievable shape!

Toughen Up the Look

If you have floral trousers, why not toughen up the look? You can do this with a black leather biker jacket and some rock chick boots.

Introduce a Colour from Your Trousers Elsewhere

Take a look at your trousers and assess the colour scheme. If you have multiple shades in there, pick one and introduce it into your outfit somewhere else. For instance, if your trousers are varying shades of purple, you could wear a lavender bomber jacket!

Add a Pretty Pastel Hue

Pretty pastel hues will look great with your trousers, and will work with almost any pattern you can find. This is a great tip if you want to soften the overall look.

Wear a Matching Jacket

Why not be daring and wear a matching jacket? Most places do matching jacket and trouser sets, and you won’t need to put much effort in to look chic.

Now you know exactly how to wear your patterned trousers to avoid looking trashy. I hope you love them as much as we do. See you later!