Beyonce' Sizzles with new "Heat" Fragrance

That's right beauts and gentlemen, the world-renown renaissance woman we know and love as Beyonce' is set to launch her very own fragrance "Heat" in February 2010!

“I’ve been working on it for a while now," the singer told WWD. "I was on tour for a year, and I have meet-and-greets with fans. I’ve never in my life gotten so many compliments. Coty has their own testing, but that was my testing! The fans loved it."

Her fragrance line will include an eau de parfum ($39–$59) and a sparkling body lotion ($24). Am I the only one besides the Beyonce "Stans" that highly anticipate this release? Beyonce always delivers and I'm sure this scent will be nothing short of remarkable!

"When I commit to something, I do it 100 percent, and I’ve never had [creative control over a fragrance] until this project," she told WWD. "I learned a lot of great things from the past — but I always asked myself, ‘If I could have my own scent, what would it be?’ I wasn’t worried about deadlines. It could have taken me three, four, however many years — this was my first fragrance, and I wanted to make sure that it was something I would love forever."

Check out her teaser site to get the latest news on her "Heat" fragrance: http://readytocatchthefever.com/

Source: WWD

Rodarte at Target!

I’ll admit I’m what some would call a “label whore” (Excuse my French). I love sporting designer duds at the look for less of course! My new obsession is the Rodarte for Target Line. Yes, Tar-get (Tar-zhay) lovers, Rodarte is the third installment to Target’s “Go International” line which collaborates with the fashion industry’s hottest designers to produce “look for less” lines; the first collaborators were Alexander McQueen and Anna Sui. Wondering who is next after Rodarte? Well, none other than one of my favorite designers, Zac Posen. His line is slated to appear in stores nationwide April 2010.

Rodarte is the brainchild of the LA–based designed duo Kate and Laura Mulleavy, who are also sisters.

This lace-inspired rocker-esque collection pays homage to old Hollywood starlets of yesteryear with such feminine and dainty accents such as lace detailing and tulle. The line is very whimsical, fun and flirty and the infusion of tulle, lace and is nostalgic as many of the skirts, dresses and blouses remind me of my dance recital outfits from the early nineties. Colors like mustard, magenta, peach, tan, and grey further compliment the old-Hollywood aesthetic and are sure to accentuate any outfit this Holiday season. Try mixing and matching pieces from this collection. Your sure to make a demure yet sexy statement in the long cardigan, leopard printed belt and dress, sequin dresses or faux fur vest.

I’ve picked up the Mesh Lace with bow Top in Navy and I can’t wait to pair it with a fab pair of skinny jeans and pumps. Don’t worry fashionista’s, the Rodarte line will be in stores until January 31, 2010.

The Rodarte for Target line includes long cardigans, T-shirts and camis, lace-and-tulle dresses and skirts, leopard print belts with a bow, lace tights, a denim jacket and a sequined black dress with a print of an X-rayed rib cage on it.

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Glove Love

Arguably the hottest fashion accessory this season gloves are becoming a wardrobe staple for men and women. We all must pay homage to the original "Gloved One", Michael Jackson, whose trademark single white sequin glove is as legendary as his entertainment prowess. Celebs like Usher and Rihanna have been spotted wearing the ever-popular fingerless leather motorcycle gloves, while Beyonce and Lady Gaga have worn dainty lace and ruffle gloves.

Let's be honest, finglerless, lace, and fishnet gloves don't exactly scream "fashion meets functionality" but gloves done the right way with the right outfit are sure to add a little pizazz to your wardrobe.

In my quest for the hottest and most unique gloves I stumbled across an awesome little-known website with a great selection of inexpensive fashionable gloves. I've already ordered a couple and can't wait to wear them!

Check out the site: www.sockdreams.com Happy Shopping!

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Glam Princess by Vera Wang

I'm a sucker for a great perfume. I truly believe every woman should own a little black dress, chic pumps and a knock-out head turning perfume. When you walk into a room your perfume should speak volumes before you even open your mouth. With that said, my signature is Vera Wang's "Princess". I am elated to report you can stuff your stocking this Christmas with "Glam Princess", Vera's fourth installment to her "Princess" fragrance series. It's absolutely stunning and my inner Glamazon is beaming at the nostalgic notes of pear, orange and guava, mmmmmm yummy!


Last year Vera released "Rock Princess" which I wear when I'm ready to channel my inner bad girl and let my hair down. 2006 marked the release of "Flower Princess" and "Princess".


Beauts, Vera's got us covered whether your the traditional, Flower Glam or Rock princess check out these fragrances, it's fun being a princess without actually wearing a crown!

Photo Via: www.frangrantica.com

The Beauty of Color: The Ultimate Beauty Guide for Skin of Color

Hey Beauts! I highly recommend Iman's book, The Beauty of Color: The Ultimate Beauty Guide for Skin of Color all beauty lovers!!!! Not only is it great for the makeup pro but for the novice as well! It's chalked filled with amazing photos of celebs like Iman, Eve, Tyra Banks, Kimora Lee Simmons, Vanessa Williams, Rosario Dawson and Eva Mendes. Iman covers skin care basics, Makeup 101, How to Get the Look, Beauty Icons, and Makeovers for Any Age. This book is perfect as a stocking stuffer for your BFF, Mom or even yourself! ; )


Check out some of my favorite beauty books!

Face Forward by Kevyn Aucoin



Making Faces by Kevyn Aucoin



Beautiful Brows: The Ultimate Guide to Styling, Shaping, and Maintaining Your Eyebrows by Nancy Parker and Nancy Kalish



Fine Beauty: Beauty Basics and Beyond for African American Women by Sam Fine



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Top 5 Hair Accessories for the Holidays

Check out the following hair accessories to add a little spunk and sass to boring hair-do's. Not for the faint of heart, these are perfect to pair with chic party dresses this holiday season.

1. Glitter Beret-Bebe $24.00



2. Feather Headband- Aldo Shoes $12.00



3. Floral Sequin Hair Clip- Forever 21- $3.80



4. Bow Cocktail Hat-Bakers $19.00



5. Diamond & Gem Headband- Nordstrom- Tasha 'Rock Candy' $48.00


*Honorable mention goes to the Mini Top hat with veil, I've been seeing it a lot lately but not quite sure where I'd wear this without looking like a Burlesque Dancer, Oversized doll, or Circus Ringmaster.

Dope Lips

Ms. "Google Me Baby" aka Teyana Taylor is set to launch her own line of lip gloss creatively titled, "Dope Lips" in 2010. Most of you know her as BFF to Chris Brown, Pharell's protege' or even from her over-the-top "Sweet 16th" birthday party on MTV. I'll admit I'm a little excited to see this line as I'm a girl whose mantra is and always will be "my lip gloss is poppin."





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