10.30.2007

mama on current tv...

check out our west coast fam (and fashionation fav), mama, on current tv. the segment, "mama said dress you up", gives you a behind-the-scenes look at the whole operation, from the design to production. h.m.i.c. (head-mama-in-charge), gabriella, has an amazing story and is making her mark in streetwear and fashion, in general. not only is gabriella providing ladies with an edge wardrobe options, but she is also leading m.i.s.s. crew... you didn't know? check it out!


10.27.2007

I GOT COBBS!!!

CHI-TOWN IS TAKING OVER!

IF YOU'RE NOT IN THE BUILDING, YOU ARE PLAYING YOURSELF!!!

FOR REAL!!!


around town...

i got out today and enjoyed the great autumn weather (finally). after checking out what billion dollar babes had to offer, i headed up to clandestine with my little sis...

clandestine industries, the rock star boutique from fall out boy's pete wentz, can go un-noticed if you're not paying attention. the store is located on chicago's northside, near the intersection of newport and sheffield. the frosted windows and doors hide the cool, laidback interior filled with clandestine branded tees, hoodies, and accessories. the store also carries limited edition nikes, toy tokyo products, and skateboard decks. also for sale is one-of-a-kind artwork by travis from gym class heroes. the pieces are actually pretty dope. while my sis shopped, i couldn't resist a game of ms. pac-man at the throwback arcade coffee table. yes! they have arcade games! check them out...

Clandestine Industries
952 W. Newport
Chicago, IL 60657
www.clandestineindustries.com














my next stop was over to finally check out a.okay official. if you live in chicago and have never been, you are missing out... and if you come to chicago, don't play yourself by not stopping by. the store is crazy. they have everything from the hottest sneakers, crazy accessories, amazing art, and all kinds of toys and trinkets. i love le sportsac x tokidoki and i think they had every piece in the store. a. okay is a must see... 'nuf said. LOL ;)

A. Okay Official
3720 N. Clark St.
Chicago, IL 60657
773-248-4547



















10.26.2007

who's that lady...

i have to applaud alicia keys' stylist... they have really taken her look and style to another level. i am impressed. lookin' good, girl!

clutch magazine on xm radio tomorrow...



make sure you tune into the cocoa mode show tomorrow @ 1pm est . clutch magazine's own, dede, will be on the xm radio show discussing fall fashion and other fun topics.



clutch magazine is taking over! love it!

10.25.2007

st. alfred sale this weekend...


get your shoe fix ;)

10.24.2007

sabon anniversary sale...

for all those ladies who are product junkies like me, you must check out sabon. their bath and body products are phenomenal! both their products and packaging are made from all natural ingredients. plus all of their products contain aromath-erapeutic oils. trust me, you will love them... plus, this weekend, you can enjoy 20% off all of their products during their anniversary sale!

10.20.2007

blast from the past...

what a night! some friends and i decided to take our out of town guest skating and boy was i not prepared. rollerskating is a workout for real!!! it's been more than 10 years since i've been on some skates and my body is hurting. fortunately for me, cameras were not allowed on the rink... however, i was surprised to see a photo of my mother and i (circa 1988) on the wall of fame at the rink. lol i was dressed up as jem for halloween... which got me thinking about all of my favorite cartoons from the 80s. check them out...









10.19.2007

jukin' goes mainstream...

has anyone seen the new verizon wireless commercial for their "juke" phone? so i guess chicago's famous juke dancing has caught the attention of advertisers... check out all the footwork action going on in the :30 spot. i'll post as soon as i come across a link.

juke, juke, juke, juke!! LOL!!!!!

common's first on-air award...

ladies, i know i am pretty late on this one... but i am just now catching the bet hip hop awards and saw common receive the album of the year award. i'm sure i've heard about common's lack of awards in the past, but i guess i forgot. how is it that such a dynamic artist that has contributed so much G.O.O.D. music to the hop hop culture go 14 years without winning not a single award???? that is unbelievable!!! i mean, common is one of dopest lyricist on this planet... and not only is his flow crazy, but the man always has something to talk about, something worth listening to. right?

















and this ain't even half of hits!

go common! chi-town stand up!

patricia fields for payless party... NYC


party with the red lemon store in la...


10.18.2007

nars' holiday 2007 collection is all about seduction...

it's no secret that nars is one of my favorite cosmetic brands. the colors are so rich in pigment and the textures are smooth. plus they can work on almost any complexion. check out their holiday 2007 collection...



































graffiti adorned heels?

yes ladies, they do exist. nylon has discovered this awesome, french artist, matthieu missiaen aka ndeurr, who hand-paints vintage pumps, bringing street art to the feet of any chick bold enough to rock them. i am... are you?


check out his myspace page for me styles...