Style [+] Life [+] Fashion by [@kwest1908]
Next weekend (July 1-4) the following performances+appearances will be available:Case Carl Thomas D-Nice, Ne-Yo and Amerie Davido DJ Khaled and Friends And more!
From a traumatic childhood to the redemptive role of faith, discover the rags-to-riches rise of Tyler Perry, one of America’s most respected entertainers in the new feature-length biography ‘Tyler Perry: Man of Many Faces’ from Legacy Distribution.
The feature-length biography ‘Tyler Perry: Man of Many Faces’ is now available on Roku Channel, Google Play, XUMO, Glewed, STIRR, and LocalNow.
Produced by Dana Webber and distributed by Legacy Distribution.
Leather shorts are my jam! When you see them, your mind automatically drifts back to the 80’s but they’re a versatile pair of bottoms.
They can be worn in the winter or summer months. Leather shorts look amazing when attending a special event. Especially if you’re trying to dress chic with the ability to move around and be social with ease.
The leather shorts I’m wearing were purchased from Victoria Secret; here’s a comparable pair on Amazon. A few easy ways to wear leather shorts include pairing them with tanks, t-shirts, or sweaters.
Take the look up a notch by wearing with textured tights or brightly colored heels.
In a year that’s been filled with so much gloom and doom a little sparkle goes a long way. Chicago-based brand Alexandra Marks Jewelry has an impressive array of Mother’s Day gift options, all of which are sure to make Mom smile.
Specializing in “the look of real,” the AMJ collection is made from ethically-sourced sterling silver and cubic zirconia (the brand’s fine jewelry is made with solid 14k yellow, white & rose gold + conflict-free diamonds.)
From dramatic to dainty, basic to blingy, AMJ has something for every Mom – and every price point. Owner and Mom to daughter Izzy, Alexandra Marks offers some recommendations for Mother’s Day gifts:
Pearl Dot Hoop Earrings ($56)
A modern take on the classic hoop!
Measuring 28mm, these earrings are made with White Fresh Water Pearls and are available in Rhodium-Plated or 18k Gold-Plated Sterling Silver.
Gardenia Stud Earrings ($88)
Way better than any bouquet!
Measuring 16mm in size, these stunning earrings are available in Rhodium-Plated or 18k Gold-Plated Sterling Silver.
Bold Blue Evil Eye Necklace
The Evil Eye is not only an ancient symbol of protection but it’s a huge trend for Spring/Summer 2021! The symbol is said to ward off negative energy and bring luck to whoever wears it.
Measuring 32mm x 20mm, this vibrantly colored piece is made with Round Brilliant Cubic Zirconia and Rhodium-Plated Sterling Silver.
Free Form Gemstone Opalite Stud Earrings ($84)
These studs are casual with a tiny touch of glam – perfect for the Mom who doesn’t want anything too sparkly but wants something more than a basic stud. The color of the center stone go from a milky white color to a light blue depending on the lighting.
Measuring 10mm in size these post-backed earrings are available in Rhodium-Plated or 18k Gold-Plated Sterling Silver.
Butterfly Necklace ($112)
Butterflies are a symbol of change, new beginnings and fresh starts – a lovely sentiment for any woman beginning the journey of motherhood.
Measuring 20mm x 18mm, this necklace is available in Rhodium-Plated or 18k Gold-Plated Sterling Silver.
These pieces – along with countless others – can be purchased online at www.alexandramarksjewelry.com and shipped anywhere in the country.
Forever 21 launched their Juicy Couture collection! The iconic duo collaborated on exclusive pieces that tap into the season’s throw-back craze.
The Forever 21 x Juicy Couture collaboration comes at the perfect time, with Forever 21 customers current love for Y2k fashion combined with their need for loungewear. As the lockdowns and stay at home lifestyles come to an end, Forever 21 customers will still want to be comfortable, but after nearly a year at home, they’ll also want to have fun with what they are wearing. Now, more than ever, our customers want comfortable clothes that are fashionable, and that make them feel happy and confident.
The collection is perfect for the transitioning cool-to-warm weather season featuring a mix of hoodies, jogger sets, bodysuits, swimsuits, and rompers, as well as accessories like slides, bucket hats, hair pins, handbags, scrunchies, and doggy jackets. Pieces will be available for Women and Juniors, with prices ranging from $17.99 to $39.99.
Juicy Couture was an iconic part of early 2000’s fashion. During its peak, the brand’s bedazzled velour tracksuits were everything and everywhere. Instantly recognizable, Juicy was colorful, fun and combined luxury and comfort in a new way. The silhouette of what would become Juicy’s signature tracksuit is what made the brand stand out, as it was both innocent and sexy. In the early 2000s when our love for celebrity culture and reality tv was first taking off, you couldn’t pick up a tabloid without seeing one of the candy-colored velour sets on Britney Spears, Paris Hilton, Jennifer Lopez or Lindsay Lohan. Juicy was the symbol of casual luxury. Today, it is the symbol of Y2K coolness, as the appeal reaches across generations, sparking childhood memories for millennials while also capturing Gen Z’s obsession with all things vintage and the Y2k aesthetic.
“We felt it was only natural to merge our brands for a collection that is comfortable and fashion-forward. Juicy Couture is a nostalgic phenomenon for many and a novelty for a new generation, I am thrilled to see these pieces become a part of their must-have wardrobe staples,” said Alexandra Taylor, SVP, Marketing at Authentic Brands Group, owner of Forever 21 and Juicy Couture.
Building on its years of providing platforms to ensure Black creatives “receive their flowers” for their contributions to Hollywood and global culture, ESSENCE, the leading and only 100% Black-owned media, technology and commerce company at scale dedicated to Black women and communities, today announced the honorees for its highly-anticipated 14th annual Black Women in Hollywood and feature programming for its 2nd annual Hollywood House. As the yearly can’t-miss event for Black Hollywood taking place during Oscars Week since 2008, the Black Women in Hollywood experience spotlights some of the most renowned and accomplished women leading at the forefront of the film, television and creative industry and has now honored 65 Black actresses, directors, producers, writers, costume designers and more. This year’s stellar roster of honorees include EGOT winner, producer and entrepreneur Whoopi Goldberg (The View, The Stand); GRAMMY, EMMY and TONY Award-winning and OSCAR-nominated actress, singer and producer Cynthia Erivo (Genius: Aretha, Harriet); EMMY Award-winning actress/producer Zendaya (Malcolm and Marie, Euphoria); writer, actress and showrunner Michaela Coel (I May Destroy You); and Golden Globe winner, Oscar-nominated actress and GRAMMY-nominated singer Andra Day (The United States vs. Billie Holiday), who will also perform. The event will be hosted by actress and producer Laverne Cox (Promising Young Woman and Disclosure). Presenters will be announced at a later date.
Previously produced as an invite-only luncheon, this year’s ESSENCE Black Women in Hollywood will be streamed as a virtual experience for the first time and will air Thursday, April 22, 2021 from 7-10 P.M. (ET) on ESSENCEStudios.com and ESSENCE.com. The theme, “Mastering Our Stories,” will focus on the resiliency of Black women in Hollywood through the years—including during the unprecedented pandemic.
“ESSENCE has demonstrated our commitment to highlighting the power and resiliency of Black women for 50 years, and part of that has included creating opportunities to uplift and recognize each other when no one else would,” said Latraviette D. Smith-Wilson, ESSENCE Chief Strategy & Engagement Officer. “In a world where finally the needs and contributions of Black women are increasingly – though not always sustainably – being acknowledged in new ways, ESSENCE’s platforms such as Black Women in Hollywood remain unparalleled cultural forums that uniquely convene us in celebration and encouragement of each other and in recognition of the perseverance, fortitude, grace and innovation that have been required on our journeys. ESSENCE is incredibly proud to celebrate all our Black Women in Hollywood honorees for their immense talent and achievements, as well as for being a voice for Black women everywhere in ways that may not always be apparent and in rooms where we may not always be present. We see you. We hear you. We honor you.”
“Every year, we start our planning for ESSENCE Black Women in Hollywood with one important question: What stories amplified Black women’s experiences?” said Cori Murray, ESSENCE Deputy Editor and co-producer of Black Women in Hollywood since its inception. “This year’s honorees and their individual projects have helped reframe and expand the narrative of Black women’s joy, pain, challenges and triumphs on screen that have allowed so many of us to see pieces of our own lives within. With the added layer of the pandemic, these master storytellers have kept us sane and more importantly, seen.”
In addition, ESSENCE’s Oscar week activities will culminate with its second annual ESSENCE Hollywood House, which will be held on Friday, April 23rd. Hosted by actress Storm Reid (A Wrinkle in Time, The Invisible Man), ESSENCE Hollywood House was developed to provide compelling and engaging live content aimed at sparking meaningful conversation and action to drive more inclusion in Hollywood, as well as to provide an opportunity for Black creatives – aspiring and established – to educate, collaborate and empower one another with a purpose. The experience features thought leaders, industry stakeholders and members of the creative community including actors, directors, writers, showrunners, studio heads and others who will lead a curated schedule of interactive conversations, virtual panels, masterclasses, fireside chats and more. (Reid will also host the Black Women in Hollywood red carpet pre-show.) Presenters will be announced at a later date. To register or for more details, visit ESSENCE.com.
ESSENCE’s upcoming May/June 2021 issue (on newsstands in April) will feature its annual Black Women in Hollywood package highlighting each honoree. Stay tuned to ESSENCE.com for highlights and behind-the-scenes access to the ESSENCE Black Women in Hollywood Awards and ESSENCE Hollywood House. Follow us on Twitter and Instagram @essence #BlackWomeninHollywood. Join in the discussion on Facebook.
ESSENCE Black Women in Hollywood and ESSENCE Hollywood House are presented by Ford and sponsored by L’Oréal Paris.
For more details on the 2021 ESSENCE Black Women in Hollywood Awards, visit ESSENCE.com/BWIH. ESSENCE Black Women in Hollywood and ESSENCE Hollywood House are produced by ESSENCE Communications, Inc.
March is Women’s History Month and Forever 21 has launched a new collection of fierce women’s empowerment pieces that will also give back!
For every piece purchased in the collection online or in-store, Forever 21 will give back $1 to Step Up—an organization committed to propelling girls living in under-resourced communities to fulfill their potential by empowering them to become confident, college-bound, career-focused, and ready to join the next generation of professional women.
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The collection will feature pieces for men and women; and retails from $2.99-$24.99.
February was National Hot Breakfast Month. Nationwide, food retailers were encouraging everyone to start their day with a warm meal. I couldn’t agree more because there are so many benefits to eating a hot breakfast. Number one, breakfast foods help fuel the body and provide a sharper focus while boosting the metabolism.
In support of this initiative, I hosted a lifestyle segment live from my kitchen! It was a lot of fun because I was able to inspire the local Huntsville audience with a delicious meal.
Julian’s Recipe Blueberry & Brie Melt
Ingredients:
Directions:
Combine the blueberries, lemon zest and sugar in a medium saucepan.
Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to simmer for about 5 minutes until the mixture has thickened.
Place the butter in a grill pan over medium-high heat. Then place your wafels into the pan.
Add 4-5 slices of brie cheese on top followed by a generous scoop of the blueberry compote.
Add the second wafel on top and then flip! Allow 2-3 minutes per side or until golden.
Serve while hot and enjoy!
Click on the link to watch the segment: WAFF48
