The Audacity of Hope...

THE STATE OF THIS UNION

The election of President Barack Hussein Obama is truly, truly the one triumph that gives all Americans and others across the world the Audacity of Hope. He makes everyone want to do better things, participate in selfless acts and get involved in their communities. As I was downtown in DC over this past week, I felt overwhelmed by tears of happiness and the Audacity of Hope. I can't help but feel like we've made three giant leaps forward, but feel like we are warped in the 50's and 60's and 70's. I was listening to the Michael Baisden show and callers were calling in as he was speaking with a member of congress about Americans who are losing their homes as I type this blog post. Unemployment rates are increasing at triple the rate as at this time last year and believe it or not racism is still existing today even with the election of President Barack Obama. It exists in our communities, in the media and even at our places of work. The state of our Union makes my soul weep. We must and will overcome these adversaries and we are starting with the election of President Barack Obama. I know this may get me in a little trouble but I have to say it anyway because this is MY blog. However, my job allows its employees to select which holidays they'd like to work for each year, of course the selection process is based on seniority, however I found it epically amazing that 95% of the African Americans who selected to have Martin Luther King day off for the 2009 holiday year were denied. I know this is not coincidence because those with seniority did not want MLK day off. Amazingly these employees were of a different race other than African American. This was a major disappointment to me finding that this type of mass oppression still exists in Corporate America. So as you can guess you know what I did... Hell-to-the-nawl, my black a** called out! I am not about to let anyone stand in the way of my Audacity of Hope!

GET INAUGARATION DAY INSPIRED...

Crowning Glory...Ladies, Ladies, Ladies! Paying careful detail to your coif is a must. You can go all right with the best outfit ever, but you can make the best ensemble go south with a not-so-hot coif. Trust and believe Neicey and n'em will let you know up in the Metropolitan Erea! He He!

8 Days...

Celeb Inspired Coifs

Look 1. Brooke Crittenden

Try this pixie short crop. A good pomade and relaxer are key, trust and believe you will be breaking a sweat will all the people expected to be in attendance!

Look 2. Heidi Klum

This look is very elegant and very chic. It can be worn dressed up or dressed down. The key is to make it look effortless but well put together.

Look 3. Zoe Saldana

Princess Ringlets are great for any style. The key to pull of this coif is volume, volume and more volume (not to the point of a Beyonce 2001 MTV Awards sea biscuit). Add a few extensions or a whole weave, this look does not go over well when flat.

Look 3. Megan Fox

This up-do is very, very haute. I'd rock this on a daily basis to protect my strands. However, as you can see if done right you can pull this bun off by day out on the town or at night at whatever inauguration event you decide to hit up.

Look 5. Rihanna
Of course this list would not be complete without our den mother, Ri Ri. This I Love Lucy mane is perfect for my girls with a little edge. Try if you will!

GET INAUGARATION DAY INSPIRED PT. DUEX...

Where Yo' Boss AT...Now it just wouldn't be right if I didn't post this excerpt about the brovas in true DC dialect. "There ain't nuffin worse than a gurl who looking all fly and got an ol' bamma dude lookin like a mess on her arm" Big Cita Baby! Hehe we do not play that in the DelMaVa. We love our dudes well tailored and complimentary to our well dressed steez. So again ladies I ask, "Where Yo' Boss At"...

14 Days...
Celeb Inspired Quick Tips
Divos:

Look 1. Columbus Short Tailor Made to Fit

If your man or you, are sleek and tailored try this ensemble. Be sure to pay careful attention to fit with pants like these. Neatness and organization is key to pulling this off.

Look 2: Q-Tip Complimentary Swagg

If your boo boo is somewhat eclectic, don't mind edginess he'll love this piece. Leathers, bright accessories and even the new geek chic compliment this style. Think 45% Jay-Z, 45% Kanye and a smidgen of Chris Brown (not too much breezy).

Look 3: Kanye West Partna' Let Me Upgrade-U

Boss Man...Your dude can put on anything and just melt the panties off of a nun! He will look dapper and confident in the chic look. Tell em' again ladies, "Where Yo Boss At"...?

GET INAUGARATION DAY INSPIRED...

As we all know, unless you've been living under a rock (and even those who do), the 56th Presidential Inauguration will proceed in 15 days! President Barack Obama will be sworn in on Tuesday January 20, 2009. Millions will flock to our nation's capitol ticketed and ticket less, to see the first family sworn in the the highest office of the nation. We all know what that mean, partays! partays! partays! Celeb events and more...So all my fashionistas let me help you not become a victim of the DC fashion police. We all know that New York and L.A. are famous for being the states fashion capitols, however, Chocolate City will shut you down quick. We are known for it!! So to help you get Inauguration ready everyday up until the 20th I'll be checking in with quick tips to help you divas and divos welcome our first family in style!

15 Days...

Celeb inspired quick tips

Divas:

Look 1 : Rihanna The One-Piece

Try this on for size for a more sophisticated, simple and classic look. If you go with a monochromatic scheme pair with bold jewelry of the same scheme. If you dare to spice it up just add a punch of color in the shoes and accessories.

Look 2: Lauren London Cute & Frilly Sweetheart

This look is for all my girly girls who like to spice it up. Show off curves and assets with above the knee dresses and skirts. Add flowers and prints for feminine spice. Don't be afraid to try these looks in color, however, unless wearing black shy away from a monochromatic disaster (i.e. all blue, red, teal etc)

Look 3: Beyonce Colorful, Curvaceous Swexy

For all of my hippie sistahs, try this ensemble for a great way to define curves. Shy away from bright colors or bold patterned mermaid dresses of this sort (they make you look bigger). If you choose a dress with rich color pair with simple accessories and shoes (i.e. gold, silver, black). No pun intended, but if you do NOT already have curves, this dress type will not define what is NOT already there.

Look 4: Jada Pinkett-Smith Rock Glamour
So you have edge and you have to show it at all times. Go with a dress that is feminnine but contrasts with studs or leather. Accessorize with hard jewelery such as pyramid studs, leather and clutch. Color can also be added to this combination in sprouts. It can be hard to pull of if the main piece is color and edgy, BE CAREFUL!