1224 Style

Styleaholic Trend Alert: Luggage Sized Handbags

2008-03-19T12:33:20Z

Is it just me or have handbags gone the way of mini suitcases? I mean understand as women that we absolutely can not leave the house without our cell phone, cell phone charger, wallet, change purse, make-up bag, 4-5 different lip glosses, lip balm, brush/comb, extra hair accessories, compact mirror, chewing gum, small bag of dried fruit or some small snack, book, magazine, gym clothes, extra cardigan, laptop, pack of tissues, digital camera, bottled water..okay well maybe after doing this laundry list maybe we do need bags this size..but come on! The sizes of these bags are a bit much for me! Style Note: Take notice of not only the size but the funky colors all in patent leather! --CELEBRITY STYLEAHOLIC NAJWA MOSES

Celebrity Hair Review: Black is the new Blonde

2008-03-18T11:42:46Z

Skimming around the web (and of course the gossip blogs..he he) I've noticed..really since the Grammy's that our fave celebs are going BLACK..as in Brunette..even Beyonce has stepped over to the darker side. I have to admit though that very few of us can do the Beyonce hair bounce FROM BLONDE TO BRUNETTE because as you can see the darker color washes out Keyshia Cole's skintone, while Fanny should have tried a different shape..but at least she had some fun! Christina Milian kills it on her latest album cover! I'm totally digging the lush, Latina curls and though this isn't the most daring hairstyle Tichina Arnold has worn, I do like the retro, bowl shape, Salt n' Pepa vibe that she is giving. Your thoughts? --CELEBRITY STYLEAHOLIC NAJWA MOSES

Kanye West: The Walking Runway

2008-03-17T11:32:40Z

I can't front, I love me some Kanye West; and I have to give it to him he is the most versatile rapper-style wise-and let's be real--beat wise too! Here are some of the various looks he sported during Paris Fashion Week a few weeks back. I'm especially digging the two-piece tweed suit with the kicks--not an easy look to pull off--but this Styleaholic did it! Also take note of the 80's style leather jacket with the white on white bowtie..yum! --CELEBRITY STYLEAHOLIC NAJWA MOSES

Styleaholic Review of Spring's Current Trends

2008-03-14T11:55:33Z

Yesterday I had the lovely honor of joining Agnes Commack, the Fashion Director for Essence Magazine on NPR's Tell Me More show with Michel Martin; we discussed what was hot right now for spring, why the skinny jean is trumping the boot cut jean, whether tribal prints were culturally appropriate and exactly how one can incorporate the "stripper heel" into their wardrobe this season. Tune in here. ]]> --CELEBRITY STYLEAHOLIC NAJWA MOSES

Styleaholic Trend Alert: Funky, Fabo, Fur Hats!

2008-03-13T13:46:26Z

After spotting so many Styleaholics, rocking a variety of funky fur hats, I copped a mink headband (vintage) and wrapped it around my rasta-fro.....what creative ideas are you thinking of? Take note of the various colors, types of fur hair, structure and shape of the hats..honestly I can't even choose which one is my favorite!

Styleaholic Indie Designer Review: Stephen Burrows

2008-03-12T13:38:25Z

Right in the heart of the fashion district, I caught up with famed designer Stephen Burrows in his showroom for his Fall 2008 show. Opting for a presentation over a full runway show, models struted into the intimate brick-walled room, to launch their poses onto a white background, allowing a bevvy of writers, bloggers and photographers the ability to really dig into and shoot the collection. Burrows said the line featured, ” elements of water and earth.” Peep the collection below. --CELEBRITY STYLEAHOLIC NAJWA MOSES

Styleaholic DIY Beauty

2008-03-11T12:25:25Z

Wassup 1224! I so adore YouTube, it's like a digital library for our generation! Anyway, folks are always stopping me and asking me about a variety of ways to get a certain hairstyle, or lipstick shade or eyeliner to stay on their face or some special tip or trick about beauty--the easy way preferred. Well below I skimmed around YouTube to find out some of the most universal DIY videos. Let me know if you enjoy them and want to see more of this! In the video below you learn how to create THE SUPERMODEL POUF (and yes this trend is still going strong) Learn how to get that lovely RETRO LOOK WITH POPPIN PINK CANDY EYES! Learn how to get FABULUSH FALSE EYELASHES! Please do let me know if this something you wish to see more of! --CELEBRITY STYLEAHOLIC NAJWA MOSES

Styleaholic Trend Alert: Cocktail Rings on Top of Gloves

2008-03-10T13:58:25Z

My instincts tell me this isn’t exactly a super new trend, but probably a return to an old one. You will notice that these snazzy gloves are adorned with funky cocktail rings. Note the vivid colors on both pairs and that one sits right on the wrist with a funky white piece of folded over leather and the other is a satin elbow length sheath. Oooh sexy! As for the rings I do believe that’s a “Jesus piece.”–Mr. West:) Show me love-leave me comments! Gracias! --CELEBRITY STYLEAHOLIC NAJWA MOSES

Styleaholic Trend Alert: Plaid

2008-03-07T13:05:55Z

As we slowly inch our way into Spring, I'm seeing quite a few spring or early fall jackets on the horizon. The biggest trend to date? Plaid/flannel looks, mostly in red and black. Below you will see this look executed in a maxi mini skirt, cropped peacoat style and bomber jacket.

Styleaholic Trend Alert: Funky Change Purses Worn as Mini Clutches

2008-03-06T12:57:13Z

We all know the Clutch is the MUST HAVE bag this season, but I see that many of you have taken it a step further and started to rock what I call the mini-clutch; where you are rocking your change purse--usually in bright, bold colors as clutches. Love it!

--CELELBRITY STYLEAHOLIC NAJWA MOSES

Styleaholic Indie Designer Review: Harriet's Alter Ego

2008-03-05T12:32:13Z

Wassup 1224! I want to put you on to one of the dopest indie design team/boutiques around: Harriet's Alter Ego Boutique and Collection .Basically it's like this! If you want to look hot, edgy, with a hint of Afro-New Mileu-fusion then you want to get down with Harriets in Brooklyn BABY! Not only will you step into a sexy jazz/incense infused space complete with teak wooden floors and handmade oversized pillows but you WILL FIND the Perfect Piece for your new skinny jean/fall Fedora/overpriced Vintage tee/hot new throwback kicks/funky spring trench coat. As a long time fan, I'm not always rocking their pieces but getting tons of compliments and they do a bunch of fun art and shopping party events on top of it. This collection/boutique is very much a lifestyle:) --CELEBRITY STYLEAHOLIC NAJWA MOSES

Beauty Beatdown: Product Profile

2008-03-04T14:16:43Z

Hey 1224! Any Styleaholic worth their weight in fab shoes, knows that your beauty regimen (this includes skincare, bathcare, lingerie and everything in between) is just as important as your fashion game. Here I've scoured the web to bring you the low-down on a variety of products that you just might be interested in trying, probably never heard of--and these are from some of the biggest, expert beauty Bloggers! Enjoy! WE LOVE BEAUTY gives you their TOP SPRING LIP PICKS are you ready for the cherry stain? TIA WILLIAMS SHAKES YOUR BEAUTY with the 411 on MINERAL MAKE-UP WARDROBE OXYGEN puts you on to THE BRA STRAP SOLUTION THE SCENTED LIFE breaks down about her ADDICTION TO DIOR'S latest fragrance and why you too should jump on board! AFROBELLA puts you on to the hottest hair accessories for natural curls: TOMOKO'S TWIST CLIPS HAVE A BEAUTYFUL DAY 1224 STYLE! --Celebrity Styleaholic Najwa Moses

Styleaholic Menswear Review: Benjamin Bixby by Andre 3000

2008-03-03T12:12:34Z

Though there are very few photos floating around on-line (Trust, I spent HOURS looking and only found the two below) it is said that Andre 3000 is ready to debut his Fall collection this year even sans an investor. Side note to Diddy: Though I have yet to know if Benjamin has a solid business plan, help me understand why you would invest in Zac Posen and not Andre? *Another thought 1224 isn't it interesting that in the same year both Erykah Badu and Andre 3000 step into the fashion and beauty game? Hmmm.... But I digress…..the Benjamin Bixby line is said to be a mixture of English traditional cuts mixed with good ole fashion American pie. Starting with sporty pieces that are inspired by American football team uniforms of the 30's, crossing over the Atlantic to include more tailored pieces in Italian fabrics: woven shirts with white collars, thick and snuggly slim fit sweaters, wool trousers and of course men's tailored suits that one can mix n'match. As a Styleaholic I've not only been hearing about this proposed line for sometime, but it sounds quite dandy and frankly I can't wait to see it. But until then, feast your eyes on the two photos below. *Sigh*

Styleaholic Hair Trends

2008-02-29T13:12:50Z

I honestly feel that black women have the best hair around. From the photos below you can see how much variety we can create with our coifs whether they be natural, relaxed, braided or somewhere in between. These are some of NYC's most trendy Styleaholics--most of them were captured front row or backstage during NYC Fashion Week. And I put up a photo of myself--can you guess which one I am?

Styleaholic Accessory Trend Alert: Oversized Black Vintage Framed Glasses

2008-02-28T14:56:41Z

I've recently taken notice of the strong trend of black, vintage oversized frames from both the 80's and the 70's. As you will see, these frames work on a variety of faces and can really make an outfit "pop"! --CELEBRITY STYLEAHOLIC NAJWA MOSES