CRITICAL ANALYSIS

POWERFUL! P4CM Presents Ready or Not by Featured RHETORIC Poets Ezekiel & Janette....

2014-08-09T08:53:00.001+01:00

The LEAF Series: How to Create a Dessert Table (+playlist)

2014-04-19T22:24:00.001+01:00

3 Steps To A Mix & Match Art Wall (+playlist)

2014-04-19T22:15:00.001+01:00

FABULOUS for that new home idea

How To Be A Better Packer (+playlist)

2014-04-19T22:11:00.001+01:00

My best friend and I are going to Spain, May 16th. We need to know how to pack so decided to search Youtube. Thankfully we were introduced to LEAF. See what you think.

Lets fall in Love - Rocky Nti

2013-10-13T22:12:00.001+01:00

This is a video from a long time friend, Rocky Nti. Check out his video shot by Kalvador Peterson.

Exclusive tour around the new Asos London headquarters

2013-09-13T08:32:00.001+01:00

The Unrivalled Collection of Designers at Debenhams, A/W 13 (playlist)

2013-09-06T16:10:00.001+01:00

Alber Elbaz puts on a show for Lancôme!

2013-07-30T22:13:00.001+01:00

The Broken Beach

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Stylist: Style ME Perfect (Me), Photographer: Linda Photographo Blacker , MUA: Ashleigh Bunce Mua , Models: Francesca Ellis and Alex Blair — in Leigh-on-Sea, England 20th May 2013.

Holland Park styling

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Date: 21.02.13

Location: Holland Park

Stylist: Me (Style ME Perfect)

MUA/Hair Stylist: Tracy Grabs

Photographer: Nicholas Hayward

Model: Rhianne Samuels

Themes: Monochrome & Jewel/Neon

I'VE MISSED YOU

2013-05-16T10:33:00.002+01:00

Hi guys,

It's been about three months since I've posted anything ;-( I have been very busy the last couple of months, however I am no longer a student. On Monday I handed in my last piece of work at uni, yayyyayayyyyyyyy!

What have I been up to:

training for a half marathon, writing my dissertation, creating a magazine for my final major project, photo shoots, friends birthdays, helping my sister and her fiance with their wedding plans and working. I was thinking that I'll also post pics of everything as well so you can see.

UNI DEADLINES!

Dissertation- 1st February.

Investigative article- 27th November

Wedding Dress shopping with Mum and Steph- 23rd March.

Ice Cream in the park with Horace/Nails-25th April

Reiss Sample Sale 2nd May.

Sammy's 21st birthday party. 3rd May.

Family dinner at The Caribbean Hut- 28th April.

NOW (22) & THEN (3)

Tish's (best friend) 25th birthday celebrations 7-11th May.

Milton Keynes half marathon (13.1 miles) 10th March.

Valentines Day 14th February.

Final Major Project-XY mag 23rd April.

Abies's UKBBF Bodybuilder Championships- 12th May.

How To Fold a Pocket Square| The Art of Manliness

2013-03-13T15:38:00.001+00:00

Inside Topshop Los Angeles Opening!

2013-02-14T19:38:00.001+00:00

"Literally fashion heaven" and to name a few celebs who attended the opening of Topshop in LA: Paris Hilton, Solange Knowles, JLo and Chris Brown.

Beyonce's Life Is But A Dream

2013-02-13T18:10:00.001+00:00

Beyonce shone bright at the premiere of Life Is But A Dream, wearing a beautiful floor length gown by, Elie Saab. She kept her hair straight and wore her signature droplet earrings.

Beyonce with her husband, Jay Z at the premiere. Oprah attended as Beyonce's special guest.

You all know I'm a huge fan of Solange, her style and her success. This look works for her but could have been a little longer, with that being said, she wears white very well. She completed her look with a box clutch, a gold bangle and her signature style sandals.

Boss Lady, mumma Tina Knowles donned a sartorial black and white suit, maybe taking tips from her oldest daughter's outfit at the Grammy Awards last Sunday.

A-listers Angela Bassett and Angela Simmons came out to support Beyonce. Mrs Bassett was glowing in a lace coat with black fur, a black and white print shirt and black leather trousers. I am not too sure about those black sandals with tights, but its Angela Bassett, her first class acting covers up all fashion sins.
The beautiful young business woman, Angela Simmons is another that can wear white very well. Standing out in a white shirt and skinny jeans with what looks like burgundy pointy shoes to match her varsity jacket.

Supermodel behaviour from Selita Ebanks and Tyson Beckford (and lets not be rude to his stunning guest). Selita graced B with her presence in a LBD with a long coat with fur placed on her right shoulder. Black clutch and shoes to match,her make up neutral with red lips.
Tyson (and stunning guest) came out in a sexy red tuxedo jacket with shiny black detailing. This look was completed with a black shirt, trousers, shoes and leather gloves.

Justin Timberlake performs Suit & Tie ft Jay Z and Pusher Love at the Grammys 2013

2013-02-13T17:24:00.001+00:00

British Vogue Editor Alexandra Shulman - Topshop Talks

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The Future of the Fashion Show - Topshop

2013-02-13T14:21:00.001+00:00

55th Annual Grammy Awards 2013: Saturday 10th February.

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Heavily pregnant Amber Rose in DKNY and boo, Wiz Khalifa in Tom Ford

Ashanti with a floral and black thigh high Tony Ward couture gown.

Estelle in a custom made two piece, I Love Collins ensemble.

Kelly Rowland wearing a black slashed Georges Chakra Couture gown.

Rihanna in a crimson chiffon floor length Azzedine Alaia gown with Malono Blahnik shoes (not seen).

Beyonce stayed on-trend in this monochrome Osman Yousefzada pantsuit with black high-heeled sandals to match.

Taylor Swift wore a cream floor length J.Mendel gown with silver detailing.

Seating at the 55th annual Grammy Awards.

Pre-Grammy 2013 parties : Roc Nation and Clive Davis

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Instagram: Beyonce, Solange and Melina (video director).

Roc Nation: Rihanna and Beyonce

Ellen Pompeo and husband, Chris Ivery.

Jordin Sparks, newly signed, Kylie Minogue and Kelly Rowland.

Ciara in nude at the annual Clive Davis pre-Grammy party

Supermodel behaviour: Tyra Banks

Pharrell Williams and his fiance, Helen.

See what happens when you shut out the haters and get a great management team that believe in you. Like Cher Lloyd, three years later you end up at the Clive Davis pre-Grammy party. You go Cher.

Mylie Cyrus

Jennifer Hudson and Gladys Knight pay tribute to the late, Whitney Houston.

Katy Perry.

Suit & Tie (Official Lyric Video)

2013-01-31T20:17:00.001+00:00

Performances from the 2013 Presidential Inauguration

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Her black embellished Emilio Pucci gown was flawless, truly red-carpet worthy, and perfectly hugged her curves. Beyoncé beat the DC chill with a knee-length black Christian Dior coat (which she took off during her performance, giving us a detailed glimpse of that gorgeous dress), and accessorized the glamorous look with some Lorraine Schwartz emerald baubles — a pair of 80-carat emerald earrings and a 50-carat ring, to be exact. Let us also take a moment to appreciate Beyoncé's bright orange manicure, which not only popped perfectly against those green jewels, but also looked pretty great when holding a microphone.

Beyonce singing, 'At Last' in 2008s Presidential Inauguration.
(inset) Beyonce with President Obama in 2012.

Other performances on the day came from Kelly Clarkson, Jennifer Hudson and Alicia Keys.

At the 2008 Presidential Inauguration, Beyonce sang At Last by Etta James for the first dance of the President and the First Lady. On Monday night saw a change with Jennifer Hudson singing Al Green's, Let's Stay Together for their first dance.

2013 PRESIDENTIAL INAUGURATION

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All eyes were on Michelle Obama when she accompanied her husband and their daughters to a traditional Inaugural Day church service at St. John’s on Jan. 20. The fashionable First Lady turned up in a checkered Thom Browne coat for the big day. Underneath, she wore a matching dress by the same designer. A J. Crew belt and pumps completed her morning look and a statement Cathy Waterman necklace added the perfect finishing touch to her ensemble.

Her daughters seem to be following in their mom’s stylish footsteps, with both girls wearing colorful coats. Malia, 14, donned a J. Crew ensemble and had her hair in sleek straight strands like her mum, whilst Sasha, 11, wore a Kate Spade coat and dress and had her hair in adorable curls. I love that the girls often show off bright colors — it’s so youthful and fun.

They added matching scarfs to their bright purple and fuchsia coats as they stood out in the cold watching their dad Barack Obama sworn in to his second term as president of the United States.

During the inauguration, the first daughters stared lovingly at their dad as he took the oath of office and was sworn in for another term on Jan. 21, the iconic date of Martin Luther King Jr. Day.

The ruby-colored chiffon and velvet dress was a follow-up to the white gown Jason Wu made for her four years ago when she was new to Washington, the pomp and circumstance, and the fashion press.

She paired the dress with a handmade diamond embellished ring by jewelry designer Kimberly McDonald, and shoes designed by Jimmy Choo. At the end of the inaugural festivities, the first lady's outfit and accompanying accessories will go to the National Archives.

"I can't believe it. It's crazy," said Wu, reached at his Manhattan studio. "To have done it once was already the experience of my life. To have a second time is tremendous."

President Barack Obama called his wife to the stage, referring to her as "my better half -- and my dance partner," before the two danced as Jennifer Hudson sang a live rendition of Al Green's "Let's Stay Together."

"She makes me a better man and a better president," Mr. Obama said of the first lady. "I'm lucky to have her."

Winter Chic: Brave the snow in style.

2013-01-18T17:25:00.000+00:00

Backstage at Lacoste AW 12.

Photo: Bridget Fleming.

Actress Demi Moore took time out on the runway to show us her winter chic style.

Photo: REX

Sensible - yet stylish - snow boots from Hunter. Breckenridge boots, £199, Hunter

OLD SCHOOL CHIC

Julie Andrews and Blake Edwards in 1982 sporting a ski-chic look. Elizabeth Taylor doing it the Liz way.

Photos: REX

Check out Moore and Moore for this Espresso faux fur pillbox hat £39.95. Moore and Moore

This sensible model on the Fashion Week beat wraps up warm in chunky shearling.

Photo: Bridget Fleming.

Nike's snow hiking boots will keep your toes toastie. Nike Astoria Coral Ski Hook Boots, £90, ASOS.com.

As the temperature plummets, make sure your style isn't a minus on the styleometer. Stay warm and chic in layers.

Photo: Bridget Fleming

Have a break from boring beige and brown with this bright green furry scarf from Kurt Geiger. Frances scarf, £15, Kurt Geiger

Zoe Saldana gives a masterclass in staying stylish on the slopes, but this look would work just as well in the city (minus the ski boots of course).

Photo: REX

This model braves the chilly winds of New York with a sloppy

shearling coat and a quilted Chanel bag.

Photo: Bridget Fleming.

Stay warm in Burberry's Shearling Peacoat jacket. £995.

Uniqlo master the elegant padded jacket. Down-filled jacket, £49.90, Uniqlo

Woolly socks don't have to be just for hiking. Make like Michael Kors' models and pair with a chunky heel - or more chunky fur - of a similar hue.

Photo: Bridget Fleming

Opt for monochrome knits with a Fair Isle twist - as seen at Pucci.

Photo: Bridget Fleming.

J.Crew's cosy shearling coat is as smart as it is stylish. J.Crew shearling-trimmed coat, £1,200, Net-A-Porter.com

Alexander McQueen's A/W '12 show was a complete white-out. And a chic one at that. If you can keep it clean, you know which colour you should be toting in the snow.

Photo: Bridget Fleming.

A VISIT TO AUNT BETTY'S

2013-01-15T01:11:00.000+00:00

If you are like me and my friend, Rhema, (excuse me for a few seconds, clears throat; daughter, granddaughter, sister, niece, cousin, friend, Manager, business woman, Graduate, Miss Ghana 2007and a lover of all things gold), then you will know, just to meet up for five minutes is hard when you have a busy life.
My birthday was back in September and my gift from Ray was to visit Betty Blythe's tea shop. We had to visit her by the end of December 2012 otherwise she wouldn't be very happy and we would have to re book. So we planned for 17th December then what happens..both of the retail shops we work in launched sale and we had to reschedule. Cut a long story short and various back and forth emails, we was able to re book for January....if you don't ask you won't get.

Walking inside straight away you smelt the tea flavours and was in the mood for a tea party, a sandwich and a gossip; but downstairs, well now thats where the party was at, 1920s style.

As you can see we enjoyed trying on the different accessories from the 20s era. If we really tried we could have looked like modern day Flapper girls, but really we were there for an overdue catch up, the tea and scones ;-) .

"Bye Bye"

A well deserved manicure after that catch-up was needed.

Some friendships are short lived whilst other last for a lifetime. They say a cup of tea makes the pain go away, whether it be Earl Grey, Red Bush or our traditional PG Tips but friendships can make you forget there was ever pain. (words by me, who else would it be?)

VERY PROUD OF MY AFRO

2013-01-14T22:13:00.001+00:00

I have been blessed with beautiful, intelligent, kind and wonderfully made friends. Business women, Models, Nurses, Dancers, Estate Agents, Actresses, Make-up Artists, Hairdressers, Investment Bankers and Entrepreneurs. My beautiful friend, Jessica (sporting her afro, and yes its all her) recently joined Viva Productions as one of their amazing dancers. She will be leaving home for six months to go on a Butlins tour with the production team. They will be performing in Bognor Regis, Minehead and Skegness. The tour ends in August so plan your Summer holidays now and check her out.

My girls and I in Turtle Bay-5th January

There's always time for a quick pic whilst getting ready.