Monday, June 29, 2015

Red Carpet Review BET Awards

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Editor-in-Chief: Sonya LaRae

Senior Editor: Nile Harper

Article by: Erin Gomez- Fashion/Style & Entertainment Journalist

Photos by: Daniel Miller-Freelance

Hello LaPazions, as many of you may be aware last night was the 25th annual BET Awards. I have to say (deliberate Pause)-this event has become somewhat of a chore to cover because; the level of confusion is beyond words and the behavior of supposed celebrities are even worse than I’d rather get into.  I guess, with this being stated- I’ll just jump into this by saying the show flat lined for me and so did the red carpet- I cannot even begin to pick a favorite look so I’m just going to leave that up to you all.

I guess with the law being past for all to be able to marry gave way to the theme of the evening “equality”  I love that because; we are all equal and trying to do away with segregation which, it will take more than a few celebs walking red carpets (in same color and style attire) pretending to be couples to bring forth such changes- i.e. our first look: Blac Chyna and Amber Rose that both donned white suites, held hands and even gave each other a mouth to mouth kiss:Blac chyna and Amber RoseIt was really nice to see that Ciara and Russell Wilson were out on the red carpet together looking rather sharp as a couple and I loved Ciara’s performance and tribute to Janet Jackson:Ciara and Russell Wilson I guess I would have to say that Ciara brought her A-game to the stage and it was appreciated by everyone that attended. She was the talk beside the gorgeous Ms. Jackson, who also had her beautiful parents in the audience and her husband backstage:Janet JacksonI have to say personally and don’t throw your stilettoes at me but; I didn’t like her outfit nor the hair.. Janet is very petite and the outfit seemed to overwhelm her very small frame and the hair didn’t allow her to move freely.. All and all this woman is just a true professional and just too Gorgeous for words..

The other trend we saw on the carpet that I can’t say I cared for overly was, the fellas wearing suits that were let’s just say too small and too short i.e. Flo Rida:Flo RidaI’m sorry he looks like he borrowed someone’s suit that was at least a foot shorter and definitely smaller then he is. I mean come on every trend isn’t for every body-type nor shape. (Fellas HELLOOOO get a clue!)

The other trend was the dejected disheveled mad at the world kind of look or the great beach bum/skaterish boy wannabe thing: Kendrick Lamar and Chris BrownKendrick LamarChris BrownPause is it just me or are you thinking the exact same thing as I am-Why is Karruche Tran on this red carpet and even at the same event as her ex (Chris Brown)? Karruche has stated: “she doesn’t want to see him as would like to avoid him at all cost” Sure say anything that sounds good and keeps you in the media.. Bye Felicia: Karrueche Tran Yet here is another celeb-I wanted to know why Zendaya Coleman was here at the BET Awards? I mean is she nominated for something- we don’t know about? Was this BET’s way of just saying we support you(via the Fashion Police) last award season? Who really knows but, I can’t say I was a fan of her outfit. Something that I personally love about this young starlet is how versatile and she’s never afraid to bring something new and different to the red carpet. For me Zendaya is what young ladies can look up to and use as a positive role model:Zenday Coleman

What is going on with Nicki Minaj? From her acceptance speeches to bringing her mother on stage and then this look on the red carpet. I just thought she looked so nicer in her outfit that she wore during her performance, than she did when she and Meek Mill took to the red carpet. I thought the gown did nothing for her body-type and he just looked underdressed to be with her (things that make you just pause):Nicki Minaj and Meek Mill

I thought Kelly Rowland and Janelle Monae looked beautiful on the red carpet and just commanded the carpet with such elegance and poise when attending such events as this:

Janelle Monae is posing with her new artist Jidenna and Kelly is with Fabolous:Fabolous and Kelly RowlandJidenna and Janelle Monae

LaPazions, as I stated before this red carpet was such a boar and I cannot begin to even get into the show.. I’ll take a pass for the next BET Awards if it’s anything like this season. 

I would like to say that I thought Anthony Anderson and Tracee Ellis Ross did an okay kind of job at hosting:Anthony and Tracy

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Wednesday, June 24, 2015

Fashion with a Purpose?

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Senior Editor: Nile Harper

Article by: Sonya LaRae-Certified Lifestyle Coach, Certified Image Consultant, Fashion/Lifestyle Journalist

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Hello LaPazions,you know I’m always on the hunt for something hot, new and trendy. It seems like the new brand “Wear Your Label” is right there on the pulse. This is the first conscious clothing line that is creating conversations around mental health and ultimately ending the stigma in (style). This brand is causing a lot of buzz within the industry and media from the Today Show, RAW Magazine, Seventeen Magazine and People to name just a few.

The Founders/Designers are two young fashion forward college graduates that both struggled with their own issues (Kyle MacNevin lives with generalized Anxiety Disorder and Kayley Reed is recovering from Anorexia Nervosa) which are basically labels. Kyle and Kayley wanted to create a brand that would empower, ignite and cause and interaction for those that deal/dealt with such issues-Where they could now speak openly, freely and rock their labels with style and pride.

Allow me to introduce you all the the creative minds that are making this bold change in our society. Please meet Kyle MacNevin and Kayley Reed:Kyle and KayleyKyle and Kayley for me are visionaries that aren’t afraid of making a little noise to make a difference in a hush-hush kind of society. Mental illness is still looked at some sort of taboo or non-spoken issue within todays society. I know for myself prior to learning about this label I didn’t give this really thought and now I feel like this is something that is beautiful and can be such a great opportunity to up-lift and inspire others to reach for their dreams.  The other thing that is so different about this label, is they don’t use high fashion models but; the models they use are real role models that have struggled with issues that have had hardships and want to just be seen as individuals. When you visit the site located at http://www.wearyourlabel.com you can read real stories of individuals that had personal struggles and what the brand and label means to so many.

I want to give you a look at some of the collection:CollectionNot SelfishSad but RadSick Not WeakIn doing my research for this article I was surprised to find out according to the 2014 statistics from the Kim Foundation, that an estimated 26.2 percent of Americans ages 18 and older or about 1-in-4 adults suffer from a diagnosable mental disorder in a given year. I can see where the education, awareness and the ability to freely speak about such matters is necessary and; I’m happy to know that Kayley and Kyle are brave enough to take this fashionable stand!

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Wednesday, June 17, 2015

Sexy and Fabulous at 61

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Article by: Sonya LaRae-Certified Image Consultant/Fashion Journalist

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LaPazions, Tina Knowles Lawson isn’t apologizing for being sexy and fabulous at age 61; she is celebrating the fact that she is free from foolishness (divorced from Matthew Knowles), has new love in her life (married Actor Richard Lawson), has two amazing daughters (BeyoncĂ© and Solange) and now can add cover girl to her credentials with this hot cover for EBONY magazine.

I love that Tina is showing where her beautiful daughters get their looks, style and sex appeal (she is the Queen of this family). The photo shoot is tasteful and she is giving a real look into her life, as well as the dynamics of her daughters.  We think Ms. Tina is such a major influencer in her families life and we’re just happy that she is living her life and not holding anything back:

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Many say that during this shoot Tina was channeling her inner BeyoncĂ© but, if you look at this beautiful woman you can see her daughter is taking a page right out of her mothers’ book.

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Sunday, June 7, 2015

BFC Fashion Trust Winners

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Article by: Marisol DeGaines-Style/Fashion Journalist, Certified Image Consultant

Hello Fabulous LaPazions, on Friday, June 5,2015 the British Fashion Council announced their 2015 Winners. Honestly, we have to say these Designers have been on the list to watch for a while and by winning this esteemed award shows they are the best of the best. 15 Designers were selected and will receive £300,000 which, if you put that in USD would be about $458,000 either way you go is a fabulous base for any Designer to have. 

The winners of this seasons British Fashion Council consisted of David Koma, Emilia Wickstead, Holly Fulton, Marios Schwab, Mother-of-Pearl, Palmer/Harding, Prism, Sibling and Sophia Webster.  We’d like to say congratulations and cannot wait to see what they will present to the fashion world!David Koma, Emilia Wickstead, Holly Fulton, Marios Schwab, Mother of Pearl, Palmer-Harding, Prism, Sibling and Sophia WebsterWe cannot wait to hear your feedback on this Fabulous article!

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Thursday, June 4, 2015

A Surprise Twist to Cavalli Partnership

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Article by: Marisol DeGaines-Sr. Style/Fashion Journalist (US & Paris), Certified Image Consultant

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Hello LaPazions, well it seems yet another celebrity has gotten married to a luxury high fashion brand. This one may surprise you just a bit, just as I was surprised okay; honestly shocked.. especially since this particular R&B diva hasn’t really had that much buzz nor shine in the industry.  I won’t toy with you any long but, Roberto Cavalli decided to partner with new mom and newly separated Ciara for his new Fall/Winter 2015-16 ad campaign.  I think congratulations is in order to Ciara for landing such an excellent opportunity to re-build and develop her branding.  I mean her music has kind of fallen off but with the new song “I Bet” she seems to be back on the rise and she’s also on a new show that airs on NBC after America’s Got Talent (Her PR team are on overdrive) which I think is great and may just build a bigger and wider fan base for her. Plus on top of all this she’s been on the rumor mills as of late in regards to her love life regarding football player Russell Wilson are they are aren’t they dating? That seems to be the question:Russell Wilson and Ciara Needless to say, I guess that is why I’m pulling for her and that I hope this collaboration leads to bigger and better things. I guess I’ll let you have your first look at the new campaign:Cavalli ad2I don’t know if I’m sold on this yet or if it looks a little contrived but, I know this has been one of Ciara’s dreams to work with a huge fashion brand ever since she was little.  I can honestly say, I love that her dreams are starting to come true!

Congratulations once again Ciara on landing such and amazing collaboration and partnership.  Looking forward to seeing you in other ads..

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