Monday, October 31, 2011

Kim Kardashian and Kris Humphries getting a DIVORCE?



Wow! It seems like only yesterday there were Re-runs of Kim's Fairytale wedding on E!. Only a few minutes ago, executive producer of Keeping Up with the Kardashians, Ryan Seacrest annouces via twitter that Kim and Kris are getting a divorce. Crazy.

What are your thoughts? Did you know it wouldn't last?

Thursday, October 13, 2011

NATURALS VIDEO ALERT: She's Royal

I heard this song on the radio and it literally made my heart melt. The song is performed by Tarrus Riley who is a Jamaican-American reggae artist. In his song "She's Royal", Tarrus truly depicts the beauty of a natural woman. Check out his video and lyrics below.

This video is a nice treat for all naturalistas, transitioners, and women contemplating the change.

You are ROYAL! 
 



Lyrics- "She's Royal"

Ooo Ooo, Natural Beauty, She Is

No I Never Met Someone Shy
Until I Seen Your Eyes
Still I Had To Try, Yeah
Oh Yes, Let Me Get My Words Right And Then Approach You
Woman I Treat You Like A Man Is Suppose To
You Never Have To Cry, No
I Know Everyone Can Relate To When They Find That Special Someone

[Chorus:]
And She's Royal, Yeah So Royal
And, I Want Her In My Life.
I Never Knew Anyone So One-Of-A-Kind, No
The Way She Move To Her Own Beat
She Has The Qualites Of A Queen, She's A Queen
Ooo Ooo What A Natural Beauty
No Need No Make-Up To Be A Cutie
She's A Queen, She's A Queen

And When They Ask What A Good Woman's Made Of
She's Not Afraid And Ashamed Of
Who She Is,

She's Royal Yeh, So Royal,
And I Need Her In My Life,
I Never Knew Anyone, So One Of A Kind
Until The Night That I Seen Your Eyes
Oooww Nubian Queen, My Queen
Oooww Nubian Queen, My Queen Soo Supreme
[ Lyrics from: http://www.lyricsmode.com/lyrics/t/tarrus_riley/shes_royal.html ]
I Can See It In Her Eyes, The Way She Smiles
Eh Yes Iyuhni, I Know The King An Queen Crown Same Time
So I Neva Leave Yuh Side, Juss Stick Wit Me Tru Di Trial Times
If She Seh She No Mind, Cuh Right Ya Now,Good Man Is Hard Tuh Find
Cuz She Tell Dem Nuh Badda Join Nuh Line, Dats Why She Has No Ties At This Time
I Know Many Men Are Tryin, But She Needs 2 Be More Than Wine And Dined Becuz

She's Royal, Yeah So Royal
And, I Want Her In My Life.
I Never Knew Anyone So Divine, No
The Way She Move To Her Own Beat
She Has The Qualites Of A Queen, So Supreme
Ooo Ooo What A Natural Beauty
No Need No Make-Up To Be A Cutie
She's A Queen, So Supreme

And When They Ask What A Good Woman's Made Of
She's Not Afraid And Ashamed Of
Who She Is,

She's Royal, Yeah So Royal
And, I Want Her In My Life.
I Never Knew Anyone So One Of A Kind, No, No
The Way She Move To Her Own Beat
She Has The Qualities Of A Queen, My Nubian Queen
Ooo Ooo What A Natural Beauty

Sunday, October 9, 2011

Beautiful but NOT Broke


From ancient times women have been obsessed with looking beautiful. Some have created detailed beauty regimens that they live by or have gone to extreme lengths to achieve a certain look. All in an effort to enhance their natural beauty.

14th century BC: Nerfetiti "which means a beautiful woman has come" was an exquisite Egyptian Queen. She was most famous for her bust, which in Ancient Egyptian culture is notable of exemplifying realistic facial proportions. To keep herself looking beautiful, Nerfetiti dyed her nails with henna, took sea salt baths and rubbed aroma oils into her skin. Today, plastic surgeons try to imitate the shape of Nerfetiti's eyes, nose and lips. (We owe nail polish, facial scrubs and lotion to Nerfetiti.)

Late 69 BC: Cleopatra damed the "Great Beauty" of her time used to bathe in milk and honey to exfoliate and soften her skin. She was known to make powerful men bow on their knees because of her aesthetic and sexual appeal. 

Jumping a few centuries to the 90's and 2000's, we have many notable beauties whose beauty secrets we long to replicate. Magazines such as Elle, InStyle, Vogue and Glamour make a fortune off of dishing on Beyonce's work out routine, Rihanna's style, and Kim Kardashian's diet. 

Today beauty regimes have been taken to a whole new level. It is not just the skin, nails and hair we have to keep beautiful. It is the entire body. It includes exercising, eating healthy, dressing in the latest trends while maintaining beautiful hair, skin and nails. 

Although we may not have a personal stylist like Rihanna, trainer like Beyonce or personal chef like Kim K we have options! 



Fashion: Thrifting is the new Black if you don't believe me ask MsVaughnTV. The Goodwill, TJMaxx, Ross or Marshalls provide the latest trends but on a budget. A pair of Christian Louboutins would be nice but who are we kidding...we are in a double dip recession. Instead of investing in pricey pieces try investing in Emerging markets. 

Beauty: There are a ton of Hair, Skin, & Nails treatments in your kitchen. Check out my Honey and Lemon Face Mask. Give yourself a manicure and pedicure by investing in nail polish and foot scrubs. Try creating your own deep treatment from ingredients you already have.

Body: If a gym membership isn't in your budget then use the good old outdoors. Grab a friend and go for a run/walk in a nearby park or take your ipod and run/walk to the beat. Make working out fun and a part of your beauty routine. 

What are your inexpensive beauty secrets? 

Tuesday, October 4, 2011

Chictopia Influential Blogger of the Year: Folake Huntoon

Congratulations to Folake Huntoon--one of the flyest natural ladies I follow---on being awarded Chictopia's Influential Blogger of the Year Award. Folake is a stylish mother of 3 known for her fabulous curly hair and ultra trendy wardrobe of bright colors.

Check out Folake's blog--Style Pantry HERE.




Saturday, October 1, 2011

Natural without Limits!

There are a lot of excuses around deciding to "go natural" but the one that I would like to address is: I am limited in what I can do with my hair because it is natural. This is a big misconception. 

One of the great advantages of being "natural" is the flexibility that it offers. Great Naturalistas know that being a curly girl is one of the greatest things in the world. As a naturalista, you have the ability to wear a sexy twist out (Check out Meechy Munroe's twist out), textured afro (like my girl Elle from Quest for the Perfect Curl) or wear it straight. Being natural is something like having your cake and eating it too!

If you are like me and follow beauty and fashion trends then you know that there are a number of hairstyle trends that don't fit the natural hair bill. My challenge to you is to take the limits off of your hair and explore new and exciting styles. It is ok to switch it up sometimes....and it is ok to straighten your hair. CAUTION: Please consult a natural hair stylist before straightening your hair. If the process is not performed properly you can risk heat damage i.e. permanently straightened hair. 


2011 Fall Hair Trends include Braids, Soft Chignons, Hair Accessories, Flashes of Color and Deliberate Frizz....Let the Inspiration Begin....








 
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