Fashion Book Must Read! Fabulosity: What It Is and How to Get It

Life of the Fab: Fabulosity: What It Is and How to Get It

Sunday March 14,2011
By: Denise L Young








In my fashion journey I can say that I been though the good and bad in my life. I love all fashion mostly the classy and chic styles, that I am mostly drawn to. One of my favorite
people in the world and people that I relate to is Kimora Lee Simmons. Not only are we from the same city St. Louis, but I relate to her style, hard work ethic and her out going and bigger than life personality. Kimora Lee Simmons is an American fashion model, author, and the president and Creative Director for Phat Fashions. Formerly the Creative Director of Baby Phat, Simmons became CEO of Phat Fashions after ex-husband Russell Simmons stepped down. A 2007 reality television show, Kimora: Life in the Fab Lane, focuses on her life as a mother and CEO of Phat Fashions. She has appeared in music videos and was a judge on the first season of America's Next Top Model. She is a woman a vision and I love her to death!








Kimora also has written a book, "Fabulosity: What It Is and How to Get It", a how-to handbook for those of us who have lost the phone number for our Inner Goddess. This is a book that I had to read for my internship and I highly recommend this must read for any women that wants to get sassy advice, from smart tips on how to manage your money, your man and your wardrobe, including nuggets of advice such as , "White diamonds and platinum is a classic jewelry combo; it never goes out of style." Oh really, LOL! You can watch Kimora on her new season of Life in the Fab Lane on the Style Network and grab information on Mrs. Simmons book, and business at her website at www.kimoraleesimmons.com

Designer Spotlight

Spotlight

During my time interning with Bravo Reality star Reco Chapple from " The Fashion Show" I have learned a lot about the business in a short time thus far. One of my duties as a intern is to learn other designers work as well as my boss. I am really excited about the learning the mechanics , the buz and ready to learn what I can about the industry at hand. One of my designers on my list is the great Tracy Reese.

Tracy Reese was born on February 12, 1964 in Detroit, MI ranks as on of the fashion industry's most successful African American women whose realm is not relegated to the runway. In a business where few designer labels seem to make it past their fifth anniversary, Reese has two clothing lines, TR and Plenty, which have been sold at Nordstrom,Saks Fifth Avenue, Bloomingdale's and other top retailers since the mid- 1990s. Her company's sales topped $12million in 2003, and it launched a Pelenty-label home line that same year and a footwear collection the following. Reese has an unerring eye for what women will buy.


Reese attended Cass Technical High School public school in Detroit school system. There students forcus on the arts or academics. Later, she attended New York's Parson School of Design. In the early 1990 ,Reese won the head designer with a new label called Magaschoni. It was the owner that produced clothes for Calvin Klein, Donna Karan, and other well-known names. In 2007 Tracy was inducted as board member of the CFDA: and over the past decade, the Tract Reese name has become synonymous with frothy dresses and print driven heirloom fare that women across the globe can not get enought of her work.


You can find her clothing in retail store nationwide. If you have any questions you can go to http://www.tracyreese.com/, http://www.fashionshowroom.com/ or, http://www.answers.com/.

Wendy Williams: Spring Beauty Trends!

Spring Beauty Trends!

Thursday March 11,2010

When I wake up I immediately, turn the TV on and get ready for the news and my morning shows. My favorite morning show besides the View is on FOX called “Wendy Williams Show,”

which comes on at 10 in Atlanta. Wendy is funny and witty in her opinion of Hot Topics, but today her show was about Spring fashion which is my job, “HOW YOU DOING?”
Today her star guess was Molly Ringwald! She starred in classic 80’s films like “The Breakfast Club” and “Sixteen Candles” which I love these films! The late director John Hughes died recently and will surely be missed! Later in the show celebrity fashion expert Tai Beauchamp gives us the scoop on the hottest items in fashion.

Celebrity fashion expert Tai Beauchamp is our go-to for the hottest fashion trends.
There are a lot of different styles in vogue this season from the draped and military look, to prints and the lingerie trend. Also, as the weather warms up, it’s all about showing off some leg.

Trend #1: Drape and FlowDraping and flowy clothing, and the military trend are a big part of spring. Draping harem pants, if worn properly, can be very sexy. Look for pants with soft draping or pin tucking in the front and back. Always wear super high heels with this look, which helps create the perception of length, which the pant doesn’t do!
Kenneth Cole, cream tank top, $29, Macy’sBCBG, black cropped blazer, $248, Lord & TaylorNicole Miller Collection, taupe harem pants, $300, nicolemiller.comGUESS, silver and white high-heel sandal, $99, Bloomingdale’sBallin, suede “Ione” shoulder bag, $980, shoecrush.comAQUA, silver multi-chain necklace, $50, Bloomingdale’s.

Trend #2: Legs, Legs, LegsShowing off your legs is a big trend this season. Bandage skirts come in a variety of lengths and are not just for slim girls. Make sure the skirt is not too tight and pair it with a simple white blouse.
H&M, white ribbed tank, $6, H&MFrench Connection, grey wrap sweater, $148, Macy’sPleasure Doing Business, black and white striped skirt, $110, Bloomingdale’sL.A.M.B, blue suede pumps, $299, Bloomingdale’sRebecca Minkoff, royal blue “Morning After” bag mini, $550, shoecrush.comCharter Club, gold hoops, $18, Macy’sRachel Rachel Roy, Famous necklace, $60, Macy’sCharter Club, layered gold bracelets, $18, Macy’s


Trend #3: Prints!Prints are in vogue this season. Think global chic. Don’t be afraid to play with colored prints. If you’re a print novice, start small and pair with a solid color.
H&M, tiered floral dress, $29.95, H&MVintage belt, model’s ownBallin, brown “Bangers” heel, $630, shoecrush.comEXPRESS, brown suede bag with silver hoops, $50, ExpressLia Sophia, gold “Robin” ring, $88, liasophia.comFULHAM, blue and gold “Ginger Cuff”, $165, charmandchain.com

Trend #4: Color and TonesNeutral colors and muted tones are a simple trend this spring. The lingerie trend is also an easy one for all women to pull off. If you wear a top with a asymmetrical neckline, wear a choker or a very long necklace.
AQUA, clear Lucite ball necklace with pink ribbon, $30, Bloomingdale’sBCBG, military draped dress, $148, Lord & Taylor La Fenice Venezie, grey suede shoes with embellishments, $188, Lord & Taylor Simply Vera by Vera Wang, mauve bowling bag with black handles, $89, Kohl’sALDO, cubic zirconia earrings (set of two), $12, AldoLIA SOPHIA, geometric ring with black diamond crystals in matte black, $175, liasophia.com
Watch the behind the scenes video with Cynde Watson talking about the hot beauty trends for spring: wendyshow.com/spring-beauty-trends
For more on Tai Beauchamp, visit her website, taibeauchamp.com.

If you have any questions about the information,please go to wendywilliamshow.com

Affordable and chic

Be Sexy in any City you are in: Sarah Jessica Parker

One of my favorite fashion forward women that always in my opinion wear cute and chic clothing is Sarah Jessica Parker. No matter is she is on the red carpet, or in a movie, you can believe that eyes are on what she is wearing. Sarah Jessica Parker (born March 25, 1965) she is an American film, television and theatre actress, and producer. She is best known for her leading role as Carrie Bradshaw on the HBO television series Sex and the City, for which she won four Golden Globe Awards, three Screen Actors Guild Awards and two Emmy Awards. She played the same role in the 2008 feature film version of the show, Sex and the City: The Movie and its sequel, Sex and the City 2, scheduled to open on May 28, 2010.
When I lived in Nashville last year one of my favorite stores to go to was Steve & Barry’s located in Hickory Hollow Mall in Antioch Tennessee. This was a store that was owned by Steve Barry the professional athletic turned entrepreneur. Sarah Jessica Parker had a clothing and accessory line in this store. I just loved her clothing line for under $20.When you think of Sarah Jessica Parker -- fashion maven and queen of high-ticket, high-heel ($500) pumps -- now advocates "affordable fashion," according to the June 8 edition of People.com it should make you happy! "You should be able to have affordable, quality fashion," the actress told PEOPLE.Parenting Magazine offered this review of Bitten launched in 2008 and recently named the line one of its top editor's picks. Here's a short snippet of the review."While everything styling', nothing in the line costs more than $20. And the sizes range from 0 to 22, so you'll get a great fit for your body, not just your budget. ($20 and under; available at: Steve & Barry's stores nationwide.Since then the stores of closed)."The Budget Fashionista has also been tracking this thrifty line from Parker. If you have any questions or want to find out about Mrs. Parker you can go to her website sarahjessiaparker.com or people.com for the latest news on this actress.

This is one of Sarah Jessica Parker outfit for under $50.


Sarah Jessica Parker at the 2010 Oscars this year. Most critics did not like this gown that she wore,but I liked some parts of it! I would have like to see her in something else! She loved lovely on the Red Carpet.


Sarah Jessica Parker traded in her carefree blonde curls for smooth brown waves to accent her strapless Dior Couture gown and Fred Leighton diamonds. I love this dress.

Other Way to Look Refresh for the Spring!

Surgical Cosmetic Procedures Continue to Gain Popularity

Many women are doing what it takes to look their best for

the Spring and Summer of this year. Women and men are changing their wardrobe, doing something different to their hair and even the new thing that is gaining popularity, which is surgical cosmetic procedures. Would you like to look years younger? Maybe you would like to be a bit slimmer, have a more prominent chin, or even more voluptuous? It seems many Americans would love to have some form of plastic surgery or cosmetic procedure to improve their appearance. In fact, 85 percent of adult Americans would partake of facial plastic surgery if given the opportunity mentions author Heather Hajek from Heath and Beauty website. In this article I will gave my audience the latest procedures that the women are getting to look remarkable

for the Spring.

Other procedures that women are running to get to look fab mentioned by author Dr.Rey from the hit TV show "Dr. 90210" on E! Enternment says "the latest techniques are liposculpture, breast lift, breast reduction, brow lift, endoscopic face lift, nose improvement surgery, ear reshaping, laser eyelid rejuvenation surgery, neck lift, male surgery, tummy tightening, lip enhancement, Botox and Collagen."

Now, there are pros and cons to this new thing that is sweeping our culture in cosmetic procedures, but really you have to find what is best for you! Nevertheless, know that you are beautiful the way you are! Now, in my opinion it is nothing wrong in enhancing the beautiful on the outside so it will match the inside. My job on this blog is to inform you about different things to do to help you look fab in your clothes for the warmer seasons. But before you go see a doctor ,please do your research on each procedures and make sure the doctor is a certified plastic surgeon . And good luck on your journey to being fabulous!

Written by: Denise L Young