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Day To Night Bodysuit With TellTale: Steal Khloe Kardashian’s Trendy Style

Bodysuits are every girls go-to this summer and The Lover lace bodysuit by TellTale will have you on trend all season long. With it’s stretch lace material and underwire cups, this bodysuit is supportive, trendy, and will give you the perfect lightly sculpted hourglass shape.

Mid-afternoon brunch with the girls? Pair the bodysuit with Levi’s 501 shorts for a look that takes almost no time to put together (because let’s be real we all know how hard it is to get ready for brunch after a long night out). In 10 minutes you’ll be out the door and ready to meet your friends for the avocado toast you’ve been eyeing on Instagram all week!

Saturday night = GNO! The Lover bodysuit can be worn with Levi’s 721 high rise skinny for a night on the town. Put on your highest heels and a bold red lip and you’ll be ready to take on anything!

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Misook Woven Sheath Dress: Summer Sophistication Collection

When I have a meeting or church event, dresses are my favorite option.  They’re easy to wear and accessorize with a great pair of shoes.  The key to selecting a dress that’s fab and not drab has to do with the color.  This is the one area that’s often understated because we become visually intrigued by the style of dresses.

Although the fit and design are equally important, selecting complementary colors are a high priority for my wardrobe.  Jewel tones are always an accent to my complexion and this dress was no exception.

Misook shipped this beautiful Red Woven Sheath Dress and Mother of Pearl Necklace.  There’s nothing better than a sheath dress!  Right!  I couldn’t wait to add this dress to my collection for several reasons.  Number one, its form-fitting which accents my frame.  Number two, the side pockets are functional and allows me to place items in them throughout the day.  Number three, the dress can be hand-washed.  Who has the time to make a dry cleaner run?

Some additional style ideas for the Woven Sheath Dress are adding a dark wash denim jacket and statement necklace.

Visit Misook and view more of the Summer Sophistication Collection!

Shop Misook for sophisticated & polished looks designed to be forever flattering.

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Purifying Products for a Successful Summer in the City

With summer comes great responsibility. While rose, rooftop sips and park lounging are things we all look forward to, this much-awaited outdoor time also means excess exposure to harmful environmental pollutants. Blemish prone skin can be seriously aggravated by city living, especially in the hotter months.

This summer, leave the blotting paper at home, and reach your good skin goals with 001-Pu: Purifying Face Cream and 001-Pu: Purifying Face Mask from Good Science Beauty®. These products target the deepest skin layers to guard against big city pollution.

The Purifying Face Cream delivers powerful antimicrobial ingredients which neutralize toxins and rapidly reduce blemishes, while the Purifying Face Mask’s amino acids work to decontaminate the skin of pollution and reduce oiliness, helping unblock pores and keeping you blemish-free. Both are formulated with willow bark extract, to help the skin shed dead cells, clear pores and reduce the signs of inflammation.

Both products are powered by Good Silicon+ technology, which carries the active ingredients to where they need to be and releases them over time into the skin to work their magic.

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Elizabeth Hurley Attending The Hot Pink Party Wearing New Diva Diamond Ring and Rugiada Emeral Earrings by Gismondi1754

Host Elizabeth Hurley arrives at The 25th Breast Cancer Research Foundation Hot Pink Party wearing New Diva Diamond Ring and Rugiada Emerald Earrings by Gismondi1754.

GISMONDI1754 Rugiada Earring 15 ct Emeralds & 11.50 ct of White Diamonds New Diva Ring 20 ct White Diamond Ring

Photo Credit:  GISMONDI1754

Instagram: @Gismondi1754

Styled By: Ann Caruso @ann_caruso

About Gismondi 1754:

Seven Generations – One Passion. The excellence and expertise of the Genoa-based high-jewelry brand renowned for jewelry as art, Gismondi combines centuries of craftsmanship and rich history of design over seven generations. With meticulous attention to modernity and references to the artisans of the past, it is a perfect link; connecting the memory of the past and the radiant future. In Gismondi jewels, the manufacturing excellence of the family tradition combines beauty with passion and technology under the leadership of its youngest family descendent, Massimo Gismondi. Gismondi 1754 is sold in the US and globally at fine jewelers as well as in its signature stores in Portofino, Genoa, Capri, Milan, London, and St. Moritz.

http://www.gismondi1754.comInstagram: @Gismondi1754 Twitter: @Gismondi1754

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TEMPTU At-Home Airbrush Makeup

TEMPTU has created some of the most iconic beauty looks from Beyonce, Lady Gaga, Nicole Kidman, Britney Spears and many more!

The unparalleled flawless finish of TEMPTU’s formulas has made the industry and consumer go-to for decades. Temptu was the first to launch easy-to-use, at-home airbrush makeup. Their airbrush products have evolved from just foundation to Blush, Correctors/Concealers, Highlighter, Eyebrows, Root Touch-Up/ Hair Color and much more.

With over 20 shades to choose from, whether you’re dodging the paparazzi, getting ready to walk down the aisle, attending a press preview or dashing to the corner store, they have you covered!

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Michelle Obama Mother’s Day Portrait: Photo of The Day

Just in case you missed seeing the regal Mother’s Day photo (below) I wanted to share it on Style + Life + Fashion.

Michelle Obama circulated the picture yesterday on social media.  In the caption, she discussed her personal relationship with her mother.

Featured Photo from US Weekly

Michelle stated, “Mom, thank you for kindling that fire within me, and for your example as a mother and grandmother to our girls.”

The all white background and attire was a classic touch for a memorable family portrait!

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Okabashi Reflexology Flip Flops: Supportive, Stylish, and Sustainable Shoes

The sand. The beach.  The waves.  All of the best components of a great beach day.  And what beach day would not be complete without the right attire.  Of course, everyone packs their favorite swimsuit and coverup but what about a comfortable pair of flip-flops?

Okabashi is the perfect lightweight shoes for any summer vacation.  What makes it so dynamic is that Okabashi sandals are therapy for your feet.  Everyone knows I love a pair of pumps or platforms.  But, after a certain time period wearing shoes for comfort becomes a luxury!  The brand has a variety of sizes and colors to compliment anyone’s summer swimwear.

Featured Photo from Okabashi Instagram Account.

The Indigo Flip Flop has a unique design and it’s recommended by podiatrists and chiropractors nationwide.  I received my first pair in the mail and couldn’t wait to open.  Immediately, I placed my foot inside the shoe and felt an overwhelming sense of comfort.  The company’s motto is “Everyone deserves to have comfortable feet” and I couldn’t agree more!

Order a pair of Okabashi sandals to wear a pair of supportive, stylish, and sustainable pair of flip-flops.

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THE 25TH ANNIVERSARY ESSENCE FESTIVAL SIZZLES INTO THE EVENING WITH NEW ESSENCE AFTER DARK LINEUP

WHAT: The 2019 ESSENCE Festival® presented by Coca-Cola, the world’s largest cultural, entertainment and empowerment experience and the largest celebration of global Black culture, will keep the party going into the evening—announcing its official ESSENCE After Dark lineup. Festival-goers will be able to enjoy a culmination of late-night jam sessions, live podcasts and underground performances from Hip-Hop and Bounce to Reggae and Afrobeats – from July 4th-7th following the nightly concerts. Tickets on sale now at https://www.essence.com/festival/!

 

WHO: Initial performers taking over the late-night scene during ESSENCE After Dark includes an exciting mashup of emerging and established musicians, DJ’s and personalities who represent our diverse, global culture.

**More to be announced soon, including new Comedy experiences.

Thursday, July 4th:

Women in Hip-Hop presented by MC Lyte

Featuring: Yo-Yo, Rapsody, Trina, MuMu Fresh, Music by DJ K Rock and DJ Jermaine

Time: 10PM – 2AM

Location: Republic Nola, 828 S Peters St, New Orleans, LA 70130

 

Friday, July 5th:

Reggae X Afrobeats presented by Estelle

Featuring: Spice, Rotimi, Machel Montano, Wale,  Kranium, Rafiya, Nick & Navi, Music by DJ Max Glazer and DJ Shacia Marley

Time: 10PM – 2AM

Location: Republic Nola, 828 S Peters St, New Orleans, LA 70130

 

The Come Up

Featuring: Danileigh, Nicole Bus, Angelica Vila, Bri Steves, Music by DJ M.O.S.

Time: 10PM- 2 AM

Location: Howlin’ Wolf, 907 S Peters St, New Orleans, LA 70130

 

Saturday, July 6th:

Teddy’s Jam

Featuring Guy and Blackstreet, Music by DJ M.O.S.

Time: 10PM – 2 AM

Location: Republic Nola, 828 S Peters St, New Orleans, LA 70130

 

ESSENCE Underground: The Femme Fatales

Featuring: Young Devyn, Dreezy, Young M.A., Music by DJ Niena Drake

Time: 10PM- 2 AM

Location: Howlin’ Wolf, 907 S Peters St, New Orleans, LA 70130

Jesus and Jollof Live with Luvvie Ajayi and Yvonne Orji, Music by DJ Niena Drake

Time: Doors at 5:30 PM // Showtime 6:30 PM

Location: Orpheum Theater, 129 Roosevelt Way, New Orleans, LA 70112

 

Sunday, July 7th:

Beats & Bounce

Featuring: Big Freedia, Soul Rebels and More, Music by Mannie Fresh and DJ Niena Drake

Time: 10PM – 2 AM

Location: Republic Nola, 828 S Peters St, New Orleans, LA 70130

The Underground Lituation

Featuring: Shawn Smith, Oswin Benjamin, Christian “King” Combs, August Alsina, Music by DJ M.O.S.

Time: 10PM- 2 AM

Location: Howlin’ Wolf, 907 S Peters St, New Orleans, LA 70130

                                                                                                                                                               

NOTES: In addition, the 2019 ESSENCE Festival® will feature over 80 performing artists for its nightly concert series, plus a daily line-up of diverse, can’t-miss enrichment and entertainment programming, including the ESSENCE Beauty Carnival, ESSENCE Fashion House, ESSENCE Wellness House, Film and Television Festival, and Global Black Economic Forum, among others. Register now for the many free ESSENCE Festival experiences at https://www.essence.com/festival/.

Sponsors for the 25th Anniversary ESSENCE Festival are Coca-Cola, AT&T, McDonald’s, Ford, State Farm, and Walmart.