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Elle Varner Debuts Mixtape "Conversational Lush"

2012-01-26T06:30:00.000-05:00

Elle Varner debuted her mixtape, Conversational Lush, and is giving us a taste of what's to come when her album "Perfectly Imperfect" drops later on this year. For those that don't know, Elle is a quadruple threat! Yes, you read that right, she is a writer, producer, vocalist and instrumentalist and personally I have always been in love with her lyrical prowess since hearing her songs as a

MochaBelle Look of the Day: Michelle Obama

2012-01-25T12:45:00.001-05:00

via The Look from MSN.com I am surprised that I couldn't find this image on any other Mocha websites?!? However, First Lady, Michelle Obama, was STUNNING last night in her cobalt blue dress. I have to say that I have seen this color on many MochaBelles this season and really have fallen in love with it! I actually am on the hunt for a pair of cobalt blue jeans or pants for Spring/Summer!

Love & Hip Hop Episode 10 Season Finale

2012-01-25T09:54:00.000-05:00

Love And Hip Hop Of all the reality shows, I actually like Love & Hip Hop for its real depiction of the lives of these women and the struggles they go through with the men they are dating. If you missed the episode, here is the full length clip for ya! I like the motherly connections in this episode; Chrissy connecting with Jimmie's mother and bonding while on vacation and Kimbella's mom

MochaBelle Look of the Day: Tiffany Hines

2012-01-24T12:48:00.003-05:00

via Essence.com ...Insert new favorite phrase.... Yes, MA'AM to this outfit! I think it is the orange coat that gets me. Tiffany Hines seems so excited about something and looks warm surrounded by all the snow! I definitely am one of those MochaFolk that would go to a ski resort and stay indoors, sipping on hot chocolate......but once I become more athletic, I will give all those extreme

Winter Lip Balms: Jack Black Intense Lip Therapy and Smith's Rosebud Salve

2012-01-24T06:22:00.000-05:00

As most of you know, I'm a huge product junkie! Recently, I started doing more research about product ingredients and want to find ones that are as organic (close to nature) as possible. While I haven't found lip balms that are completely free of beeswax, petroleum and other drying chemicals, I picked up some new products from Sephora and wanted to know if any of you MochaBelles are trying/have

President Obama's State of the Union Address Tonight, 9 PM

2012-01-24T05:34:00.000-05:00

Tonight, President Obama will give his State of the Union speech which will address the health of the economy, policies that will need to be put in place and most likely launch his campaign to become president for the next four years. I have to admit that I have not been completely invested in the government, but most of the comments on blogs suggest that the nation is

Is the Photo that Eric Benet Tweeted of Baby Breastfeeding Inappropriate?

2012-01-23T14:09:00.001-05:00

via Necole Bitchie.com This is the first picture that Eric Benet tweeted of hs newborn daughter Lucia enjoying some breast milk and throwing up a peace sign, however, many have questioned whether this is an inappropriate picture. Personally, I'm not a fan of people whipping out their breasts to feed their kids. Why....because it's an awkward Catch 22....looking means something and not

MochaBelle Look of the Day: Iman

2012-01-23T13:45:00.001-05:00

Iman has the fountain of youth and impeccable fashion embedded somewhere in her DNA! My goodness, she is FIERCE every time I see her! All I can say is YES MA'AM to this outfit!! She is definitely a stylcon for women of ALL ages, don't you think?

MochaMale Look of the Day:Nate Parker

2012-01-20T12:13:00.003-05:00

via Essence.com Nate Parker, one of the cast members of the movie Red Tails, which EVERYONE should see looks cute is this ensemble. Not super flashy, but fitted in all the right places.

President Obama Sings Al Green's "Let's Stay Together" at Apollo Theater

2012-01-20T09:38:00.000-05:00

After leaving my apartment on 125th and seeing a street lined with barricades, I realized that President Obama was coming to town! I wasn't able to attend either of the two fundraising events he hosted, one being at held at Spike Lee's house, since the events required $15,000 and $35,000 entry fee! However, I was impressed with his singing debut at Harlem's Apollo Theater! Not only is he

George Lucas Pays for Red Tails Movie In Full Since Hollywood Doesn't Believe in Black Films

2012-01-18T14:35:00.001-05:00

I still can't believe that George Lucas spent close to $100 million of his own money for the production of this movie. There is a serious issue in Hollywood if they think that producing a film documenting American and African-American history wouldn't be a lucrative box-office endeavor. It is PARAMOUNT for everyone to see this film this weekend to let Hollywood know that

Gabrielle Union throws B-Day Party for Dwayne Wade in Miami Beach

2012-01-18T09:12:00.001-05:00

....::cue Beyonce's "Party"::...We like to par-tay...ay...ay...We like to par-tay!..... Gabrielle Union threw a birthday party in Miami Beach for her boo, Dwayne Wade's, 30th birthday party! Check out the pictures below to see who was in attendance and how grandiose the party was! Kelly Rowland Rick Ross T.I. Common

MochaBelle Look of the Day: Solange

2012-01-18T08:05:00.005-05:00

Fashionistas everywhere are on the fence about this outfit! I personally think it is stylish and given that she was at a Dolce and Gabbanna party during Milan Fashion week, it's "appropo"! Thoughts? P.S. Did you know that Solange just signed a modeling deal with Next Model Management?!

Cuba Gooding, Jr. & Tuskegee Airmen at a Screening of the movie "Red Tails"

2012-01-18T06:56:00.002-05:00

via Essence.com The more I hear about "Red Tails" the more excited I get about seeing it this weekend! Cuba Gooding, Jr. and other cast members have really been pushing for folks to see this film! Not only is this important in African-American history, it is a critical part of American history. These men served their country in a time that was rife with racial tension and proved to be vital

Is The Approved Card from Suze Orman Worth It?

2012-01-17T07:16:00.002-05:00

After reading the blogsphere for consumer reactions to this card I am seeing a lot of mixed reviews. For starters, this card is not for everyone and seems to resemble the Rush Card that Russell Simmons created. However, The Approved Card from Suze Orman is a bold move to revolutionize the way credit works in America and puts people first, which is one of her founding financial principles.

How the Black Community made Martin Luther King, Jr. Day a Holiday

2012-01-16T10:14:00.003-05:00

Happy Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, MochaBelles! It is extremely easy to forget the struggles that the Civil Rights Leaders in the Black community withstood to bring about change within this country. Through the efforts of Black celebrities, Black musicians, Black radio, citizens calling their political representatives, we now have a day to celebrate a man that lived and died for the

Octavia Spencer Wins Best Supporting Actress Golden Globe

2012-01-15T22:49:00.001-05:00

Congrats to Octavia Spencer for winning Best Supporting Actress for her Role in "The Help". I was on the fence about seeing this film, but once I did, I really fell in love with the characters that Octavia and Viola Davis played.

EBONY Magazine Tumblr Celebrates Vintage African-American Culture

2012-01-13T12:38:00.001-05:00

via EBONY Tumblr After browsing through a few of my go to blogs, I found an article over at Brown Girl Gumbo that mentioned EBONY magazine has a Tumblr that showcases vintage EBONY magazine covers and advertisements that ran in the magazine from the 50's to the 80's!!! I am so PUMPED because I had an idea to decorate my home with tons of vintage images of African-American women

MochaBelle Look of the Day: LaLa Anthony

2012-01-12T11:54:00.001-05:00

via Essence.com I don't know about you, but this color scheme SPEAKS to me and says, "Hey MochaBelle, this color combo is sure to turn heads and make you the center of attention!" LaLa Anthony has been turning up the fashion dial since her return to NYC and WE LIKE! I can't get over this look, the colors and the necklace and the hair and make-up are fabulous!

Halle Berry Engaged to Oliver Martinez

2012-01-12T09:54:00.001-05:00

via Essence.com You heard it first here that 2012 is "The Year of Put a Ring On It" and now Halle Berry has joined the club*! After several interviews where Halle has professed that she won't be getting married since she tried twice already, it's good to see she is allowing herself to fall in love again. Looks like she will be tying the knot with Oliver Martinez, whom she has been dating

Career:Gayle King New Anchor on CBS Morning News, Oprah Tweets Support for BFF

2012-01-10T14:46:00.002-05:00

Professionally, it helps to have great mentors in your corner, it's even better if your friend and mentor is Oprah Winfrey. This week, my new favorite morning program launched a new segment, "CBS This Morning" and I was so excited to see Gayle King as one of the new anchors. Some assumed there would be tension since Gayle would be canceling "The Gayle King Show" over at the Oprah Winfrey

MochaBelle Look of the Day: Tia Mowry

2012-01-09T18:53:00.001-05:00

via Essence.com MochaBelles....I know you have all been waiting for the return of The Game on BET and you are only one day away! Check out how fly new mommy Tia Mowry is at the premiere of the Game and Let's Stay Together over the weekend! I don't know about you, but these MochaMommas are setting the bar high for getting back in shape after having babies....no longer can we use the excess..

Jay-Z Writes New Song for Daughter Blue Ivy Carter

2012-01-09T18:35:00.000-05:00

GLORY feat B.I.C. via LifeandTimes.com Hip Hop's Royal Couple (King Carter and Queen B) have welcomed their Heir to the Throne!! How cute is it that Jay-Z has already created a song for his daughter, Blue Ivy Carter born on Saturday, January 7, 2012. According to the song, sounds like him and Queen B may have had issues trying to conceive but what a blessing it is to finally have a "

New Movie "Red Tails" Depicts Tuskegee Airmen

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

Mark your calendars MochaBelles to see Red Tails on January 20, 2012!!! A film that depicts one of the greatest groups of African-American men this nation has ever known! No, I'm not talking about athletes, but the Tuskegee Airmen. If you are like me, you have grown up hearing stories about them, maybe even read a book about it, but to have a film on the big screen that George Lucas is

TV: Jim Jones Proposes to Chrissy on Love & Hip Hop

2012-01-04T06:32:00.002-05:00

I am now officially calling 2012 "The Year of Put a Ring on It". First it was Lebron James and Savannah Brinson, now Chrissy finally got a ring from Jimmy. The proposal was definitely characteristic of their relationship--Chrissy nagging Jim and Jim tuning her out and doing what he wants to do anyway, but it was cute.... Check out the video below of Jim crashing Chrissy's Girls Getaway in Miami