The Fashionisette

Valentine's Day 2012

2012-02-14T01:09:00.003-05:00

NYFW: Rolando Santana A/W 2012

2012-02-13T21:46:00.002-05:00

So I missed getting to the tents today because of work, but I was determined not to miss Rolando Santana's show tonight at the Eyebeam Atelier in NYC. I look forward to seeing his collection every season since I was introduced to him by his publicist (my friend) NH a few seasons ago. I never know how he will outdo himself until I sit down and the show begins...and by george, he did it again!

The GlambergirlAlert: [NYFW Edition] Joey Maalouf Skin Care

2012-02-13T18:37:00.004-05:00

Hello Glamberous Ones! New York Fashion Week is winding down but not before I snagged an awesome interview with The Rachel Zoe Project's Joey Maalouf! And I must say I think Joey and I are new found BFFs! Joey and I talked about everything from Dr. Lewinn by Kinerase skin care line, which he was promoting, to him having 98% of his clothing from Marc Jacobs' collections. Australian Dr.

V-Day Special: Cute and Affordable Valentine's Day Gifts

2012-02-12T23:30:00.019-05:00

Although New York Fashion Week has arrived in full force, we couldn't forget the fact that another holiday, (round these parts NYFW is considered a week long holiday while Coco Chanel is the Pope and Vogue is our bible), is looming upon us. It's Valentine's Day of course! For those of us who are looking for a great gift to give to your significant other, soul mate or that special friend, I have

Fallen Star: Whitney Houston August 9, 1963 - February 11, 2012

2012-02-11T20:34:00.000-05:00

I can't even believe I am writing this right now. But Whitney Houston died today. It is not reported as to the cause of death, but this is just too shocking...right up there with Michael Jackson, Heavy D, Etta James, and others we lost too soon. I was looking forward to seeing her in Sparkle, a classic movie that was being remade starring Whitney and Jordin Sparks. Everybody knows, that I,

Fashion Quickie: Natalie B. Coleman Oversized Scarf

2012-02-10T23:48:00.003-05:00

Dolls, this is for all the rings he never put on it. My new found twitter buddy @nataliebcoleman encouraged me to check out her collection, so I did. I am always honored when designers take time to actually contact me and make me aware of their brand. Well, in addition to her cool clothes, I-SPY this gorge oversized silk scarf. I mean, wouldn't you when all you see is big baubles and bling?

Model Walk: Carmelita Mendes

2012-02-10T22:54:00.000-05:00

Celebritazzi: The Carter Family Officially Introduces Baby Blue

2012-02-10T22:42:00.001-05:00

Blue Ivy Carter Everyone is seeing blue...Baby Blue Ivy Carter that is. The Carter Family, aka Jay-Z and Beyonce, used Tumblr to officially introduce the world to their new addition. Instead of selling the photos to the highest bidder, they were smart, clever, and controlled the situation by posting the photos themselves. I think it was a good move for them, and from the looks of my timeline,

NYFW: Haus of Belle Fall 2012

2012-02-10T22:28:00.000-05:00

Tonight, The Fashionisette went to the Haus of Belle "The Undefeated" Fall 2012 show held at the The Wix Lounge tonight. I am a twitter buddy with @MissCocoBelle, so when I saw she was having a fashion show, I knew I had to attend and show my support. I was unfamiliar with her collection prior to this show, but she had some really fab pieces. Not to mention, the dolls who showed up gave major

The Glambergirl Alert: Ivana Helsinki Fall 2012

2012-02-10T20:46:00.007-05:00

The time of year has come again when fashion lovers can unite once again to celebrate and adore all things FAB! Mercedes Benz New York Fashion Week kicked off this week and things are only getting started. I had the privilege to cover Ivana Helsinki's Fall 2012 collection fashion show and it was breathtaking!On Friday, February 10 fashionistas gathered to get a first look at Ivana Helsinki's new

NFW: Nolcha Fashion Week Fall 2012

2012-02-10T01:03:00.000-05:00

Yours truly kicked off NYFW with Nolcha Fashion Week. It's the perfect start to fashion week by seeing all of the emerging designers...and Nolcha houses some of the best. I attended the 3:30pm group of shows, featuring designers Baruni, Rebeca Tiago, Antonia Paris, Riza Manalo, and Castro-Rojas. I always enjoy the shows because it's a smaller venue and you get to see a lot of designers all at

It's New York Fashion Week!

2012-02-09T13:07:00.000-05:00

Hello dolls and kens. The time has come again...it's New York Fashion Week for Fall 2012! It seems like it was just yesterday we were under the tents reporting...and it has rolled around again in the clack of a Louboutin heel. I know I haven't been around much these past couple of weeks, but I will be around giving you all of my fashion week coverage. Stay tuned with all of my tweets @

Fashion News: Selita Ebanks Starting Swimsuit Collection

2012-02-05T02:02:00.001-05:00

It seems model, and former VS angel, Selita Ebanks is starting her own swimsuit collection. A natural transition for the beauty coming from lingerie and swimsuits. She revealed the news while celebrating Christian Louboutin's twentieth anniversary at Bergdorf Goodman in NYC a few nights ago (Feb. 1st to be exact). "I just feel like a woman should be able to go from the pool, the yacht, the

Thursday Love: How Much Support For How Long?

2012-02-03T00:39:00.000-05:00

Yesterday a young woman who overheard me on a phone call talking about my upcoming relationship book, asked me a question that I had to think about. I wasn’t exactly sure how to answer her question right away, so I gave her the address to the blog and told her my answer would be here. Hopefully she’s logged on to get my answer. Her question was as follows: "How long should a woman support her

Site Love: IsThatOdd.com

2012-02-01T21:36:00.002-05:00

Ladies, we know we have the gift of gab. So why not gab and get free samples? Well, that's the focus of IsThatOdd.com. The website, which is like a talk show 2.0, is a women's social community where you can share stories, advice, and anecdotes in exchange for virtual currency that goes toward your free sample. You can create your own topic, or join a topic already in progress, called oddstracts

Celebritazzi: Rihanna's Stylish Measure

2012-02-01T21:04:00.001-05:00

Last week, Rihanna made style news headlines when she stepped out wearing the Christian Louboutin Measuring Tape Sandal in LA. I like her easy breezy style, although I am always a fan of a sleek ponytail when going effortless. You can really never go wrong with a tank, chic pants, and simple accessories. [P.S. I am not a fan of her handbag choice. I would've opted for either a quilted Chanel or

Model Walk: Jasmine Tookes

2012-02-01T20:46:00.001-05:00

BHM: Langston Hughes

2012-02-01T20:42:00.000-05:00

Today marks the first day of Black History Month. Did you know that February 1st is James Langston Hughes birthday? He would be 110 years old. He died on May 22, 1967 of prostate cancer complications in New York. His residence at 20 East 127th Street in Harlem, has been given landmark status by the New York City Preservation Commission, and East 127th Street has been renamed "Langston Hughes

Fallen Star: Etta James January 25, 1938 – January 20, 2012

2012-02-01T20:29:00.001-05:00

It's been a long time since my last post. Work has definitely been keeping me busy. But I had to make some time tonight to write. Even though it was announced last week, I had to make sure that I gave Etta James a feature on The Fashionisette. She is a singing legend and icon and she died on January 20, 2012 at the age of 73, due to complications from leukemia. She died just five days before

The Glambergirl Alert: Death in Hollywood

2012-02-01T12:34:00.004-05:00

They say death comes in threes and I would hate to think that is the case here. News has broken on two celebrity deaths over the past week, Leslie Carter and Don Cornelius. Leslie Carter, sister of Aaron and Nick Carter, has died at the age of 25 on Tuesday, January 31 in upstate New York. The talented "Like, Wow!" singer was just on the verge of jetting off her singing career. She was working

Shoe Sale: United Nude Sample Sale

2012-01-26T16:46:00.001-05:00

I hear, thanks to The Fabulous Report, my shopping enabler (I say that with love), that United Nude is having a sale! Here are the deets (I'll be your shopping enabler): When: January 29 – February 4Monday to Friday, 11am-8pm, Saturday, 11am-7pm, Sunday, 11am-6pm Where: 25 Bond Street Sale Scoop: Fall/winter collection as well all samples (size 8 and 9) discounted at 70% off. Happy

Style Snaps: Hilary Duff

2012-01-26T16:19:00.002-05:00

Hilary Duff was photog'd with hubby Mike Comrie on Wednesday in Beverly Hills. Now while there is nothing extra special about this photo, I just wanted to highlight Hilary's easy breezy mama-to-be style. She looks effortless in a black belly-hugging elongated top, leggings, sandals, and a classic Birkin bag. Not to mention her non-chalant hairstyle and aviator sunglasses. It just goes to show

Thursday Love: Workaholism...How Detrimental?

2012-01-26T12:59:00.000-05:00

Jewel of wisdom du jour: Time is what we want most...but what we use worst. - William Penn As a young entrepreneur who’s starting to come into his own, I often find it difficult to find a good balance between trying to build my brand and my responsibilities as a husband and father. There are times I find myself glued to my laptop so long that hours have passed and I've completely blocked out what

Model Walk: Naro Lokuruka

2012-01-24T20:32:00.002-05:00

You're Invited: Art Meets Fashion @ Limelight

2012-01-24T20:29:00.000-05:00