Sophie Theallet

Sophie Theallet, a Council of Fashion Designers of America (CDFA)/Vogue Fashion Fund Award Finalist put on a fantastic show.  Ms. Theallet is one of the lucky designers who has benefitted greatly from First Lady Michelle Obama's support. "The First Lady has helped my name to be known," the designer modestly admitted a few days ago. Take a look at some of the pieces from her beautiful collection.

Nana Kieta

Joan Smalls

Nana Kieta

Ataui Deng

Joan Smalls

Kinée Diouf

Fashion Week: 2010 Spring Ready-to-Wear Part II

Check out more of the lovely photos fresh off the runways at New York Fashion Week!

 

 

Rosie Tupper in DKNY

Chanel Iman in DKNY

 

Rose Cordero in Marc Jacobs

 

Chanel Iman in Marc Jacobs

 

Chanel Iman in Thakoon

Gracie Carvalho in Thakoon

U Street Fashion

This nice little video highlights street fashion on D.C.'s historical "U Street"

Click here to see video!

Fashion Week: 2010 Spring Ready-to-Wear

Check out some of the lovely photos fresh off the runways at New York Fashion Week!

Arlenis Sosa in Diane Von Furstenberg

Chanel Iman in Carolina Herrera

Aminata Niaria in Carolina Herrera

Aminata Niaria in J. Mendel

Sigail Currie in Tracy Reese

Lyndsey Scott in Tracy Reese

Alek Wek backstage at Zac Posen

Rose Cordero in Zac Posen

Flawless in Pink

After a much needed vacation, Michelle is back at it. I'm not going to get into the speech or the blatant disrespect on the part of a certain individual in the audience. Right now, it's all about the outfits, and Mrs. Obama and Mrs. Biden look FABULOUS.

CLICK

As an avid reader of Politico.com, I'm thrilled that the website has decided to launch a lifestyle blog entitled CLICK.
Check it out.

I'm still shocked over the resignation of White House Green Czar Van Jones. How he can be persecuted for comments made years ago is beyond me. His absence is a true loss for the administration.

"The Coversation"

CNN's TJ Holmes and actor/author Hill Harper discuss "The Conversation", Harper's new book on Black relationships. Harper seems to be suggesting that both men and women should abide by the Laws of Attraction to find a compatible mate.
Check out the interview above.

Summer of Love

The Huffington Post Style section features "Summer of Love", a photo montage that exhibits the attire of Reggie Love, personal aide to the President. Check out the great photos.

Insanity

Normally, I wouldn't dare post anything Fox News related on this blog, but when I saw this video I felt it was relevant to share. For anyone that is familiar with Glenn Beck and his asinine commentary, it is very clear that he is beyond misinformed. If you find yourself watching even a minute of his show you will probably witness one of his many tirades or meltdowns.

Whatever the case may be, Beck now believes that he is an art historian/critic and took it upon himself to explain how a few public art pieces are linked to Communism, Fascism and Progressives (as if the three have everything to do with one another). This is exactly how false information is spread. I'm sure this man has little to no knowledge about art, yet he speaks as if he does. To witness the insanity, check out the video above. Also, be sure to check out Christopher Knight's commentary on Culture Monster.

Beyond Adorable

The Garden

Michelle Obama discusses the White House garden, health and wellness.

Black Hair, Still Tangled in Politics

Catherine Saint Louis tackles the issue of Black hair in a recent NYT article.

Senator Edward M. Kennedy (1932-2009)

A true hero


He will be missed

Angela Burt-Murry on MSNBC

This morning, I woke up to Angela Burt-Murry, Editor-in-Chief of Essence magazine, on MSNBC News. Murry held her own on the show, discussing topics that ranged from the economy to depictions of black women in the media. Sharp as always, she was a much needed breath of fresh air amongst a sea of ill-fitting suits and monotonous commentary from the others; I thoroughly enjoyed her presence. Hopefully MSNBC will bring Burt-Murry back for future segments.

One Year Later

On August 25, 2008, Michelle Obama WOWED viewers with her keynote address at the Democratic National Convention.

Simply inspirational.

David Goldblatt at New Museum

David Goldblatt's photographs are currently on display at the New Museum. The show, which is titled Intersections Intersected: The Photography of David Goldblatt, provocatively captures the complexities of South African society. Goldblatt's photos touch upon issues of politics, morality and the preservation of heritage. The show closes October 11th, so if you are in the NYC area be sure to check it out.

By the way, I love the architectural juxtaposition of the sterile facade of New Museum and the adjacent buildings; New Museum looks like an urban yet zen oasis.

Let's Be Frank

Finally, someone tells it like it is...

Um...

Last night, The September Issue screening took place at the Museum Of Modern Art in New York. City. Now I'm no event planner, but this seems like an interesting way to serve hors d' hoeuvres. Thoughts...

This month, Desiree Rogers is gracing the cover of Michigan Avenue magazine and some eyebrows are being raised because her clothing credits are not listed in the magazine.

Honestly, I wish people would give it a break. If the woman wants to buy couture with her OWN money that's her prerogative. As long as she is doing her job it really is none of our business how much her outfits cost. Whatever the case may be, Desiree looks chic as always.