Trey's Day is HERE and He's READY!

They say the third time's the charm. And now this boy has become a man--sort of. After the success of his "Can't Help But Wait" off of the sophomore album "TREY DAY", Tremaine Neverson better known as Trey Songz to YOU, is back with his third album, "READY" on Atlantic Records, and I must say this is a record that everyone should own! He sticks to his formula of sex but doesn't stray too far away from love and heartbreak.
The album opens with the intro, and Trey lets it be known that this album is indeed a "panty droppa". Then the knock comes, hard with an R. Kelly-laced track titled "Neighbors Know My Name" one of my favorite tracks on the album. Trey proves that he might just be the one to take R's place in the R&B world. Newcomer Drake appears on two tracks, "I Invented Sex" & "Successful", respectively. The album only has a few uptempo cuts, including the first single, Stargate's "I NEED A GIRL" and "LOL :-)" featuring mediocre rappers Souljah Boy Tell Em and Gucci Mane. This is the only track the album could have done without but Trey quickly recovers and give you the "Ready to Make Love" interlude and "Jupiter Love", where he sings of taking you on an elevated trip, while still in the bedroom. "Be Where You Are" comes next, and it's one of my favorites off the album. Trey's syrupy sweet vocals ride over this beat so well and he actually makes you feel like you are there with him. "Black Roses" is a hard track produced by Bei Major where Trey tells us about a love that's now dead. He sends the girl a dozen black roses to let her know that it's over and done. "Love Lost" is another recommended track which has a melody that reminds me of Michael Jackson's "Human Nature". The album sadly but oh so perfectly ends with the Prince-inspired song "Yo Side Of The Bed" where Trey does it falsetto and shows his raw emotion like never before. This is an album I would have to give an A because it shows a side of Trey that I think a lot of us have been waiting for. The grown and sexy side. Get READY!

Christopher Nic. Fall 09 Collection

Just wanted to give you guys a heads up on what style I will be going for this Autumn.



I see it for me, all day. What do you think? I need feedback people! The photographs are compliments of another DOPE blog, Street Etiquette - go show some love.


-Christopher Nic.

Smell Like a Kardashian

In Kim K's quest to take over the world, she has recently signed a deal with Lighthouse Beauty to develop her own signature scent. Here's what Kim had to say about her exciting new project.

“Collaborating with Lighthouse Beauty was a really creative, innovative process,” said Kim. “What’s so different about their approach is that they have worked closely with me on all aspects of my fragrance, the bottle, the juice, and even our distribution strategy so I can develop a product that truly represents me and speaks to my fans. Because of their commitment to including me in the process, the fragrance really captures who I am.”

Only thing that I'm wondering is does it make you plump in all the right places...if so I'll take 2!

Kidding kidding

-Doni W.

Black is the new Black

Chanel Iman, Jourdan Dunn, Arlenis Sosa, and Sessilee Lopez and the PYT's on the cover of Septembers i-D Magazine. Looks like they're taking a page out of Italian Vogue and realizing that a cover full of beautiful black models can make them a fortune!

Work it ladies!

-Doni W.

Ehh. I'll Pass.

Am I the only one who doesn't see it for the cover of Vogue Italia with Rihanna. I mean, Rihanna has put a dent in the fashion world with her trends but this just isn't it. Much respect to Steven Klein, because he does amazing work...but this...I don't know. It just doesn't really tickle my fancy. The Valentino dress is delicious, and everything else is to die for. But the cover is not giving me life.


-Christopher Nic.

Gimme, Gimme!

Ok, for some reason I am starting to see it for Cassie. Is it weird that I feel like that top has moi all over it?! Lol...seriously, though.



-Christopher Nic.

R.I.P. Dj AM

Another Hollywood Angel has fallen. Adam Goldstein, aka Dj AM, could not cheat death the second time around. "Goldstein was found dead Friday evening at age 36 in his Manhattan apartment, where police found a crack pipe and prescription pills. He had been dealing with burn injuries received in the airplane crash and post-traumatic stress disorder he'd developed afterward" according to the Inquirer.

Dj AM worked hard at his battle with drugs and was in the works to filming an MTV Network special called "Gone Too Far". He kept all the celebs dancing, and shared his gift at the best clubs and parties. And I'm sure he will be dearly missed.

"New york, new york. Big city of dreams, but everything in new york aint always what it seems."

-Dj Am

-Doni W.

Mimic Me!

Just last season, Phillip Lim had dope dress in their collection. It was shaped like a large t-shirt but made of tiny crinoline and silk strips that created an amazing ruffle effect. Yeah, dope. Well I guess I wasn't the only one who paid close attention because this season, J. Crew has something VERY similar with their layered cotton tank. The cool thing about J. Crew's is that it can be layered under a blazer or jacket or something like that. It's only $39.99 for my fashion+financial friendly shoppers. :)


-Christopher Nic.

GQ Cudi

In the August 2009 issue of GQ, Kid Cudi is featured in a special grooming spread dealing with different hairstyles that GQ dubbed “Get Your Head on Straight”.

Kid Cudi On His Ever Evolving Do:
“When I lived in Cleveland, I had a barber who was by appointment only. We’d just kick it in his shop - I’d play him some of my music, and we’d crack jokes and watch movies. In high school, I kept a Caesar for a while, I had a Mohawk, and I used to apply these texturizer kits so I could have the bomb S-curl. I used to think I was [singer] Carl Thomas. Now I’m letting my hair grow out a bit, and I have this guy called Lyte who cuts my hair twice a week. Since I’m letting it go longer, I just get a trim and a lineup. I don’t really get the full cut anymore. I’m embracing my grungy look.”


-Christopher Nic.

Look 4 Less

Who wouldn't want Rihanna's croak over and die style??? So instead plotting on how to become a pop/rock star so you can afford designer shoes...just visit bakers and get the next best thing. $89 can get you this popular caged look, so you can "Run This Town Tonight". Lol...that was soooo corny, oh well.

click here to purchase.

-Doni W.

Seeing Rouge

Classic Red lips will never go out of style, and who better to deliver a classic then Chanel. Their new Rouge Allure lipstick and satin lip lacquer give amazing deep color and shine. Gives you everything you need to channel your inner Marilyn Monroe.

Pucker Up! ...and harass your Chanel sales clerk for Rouge Allure.

-Doni W.

Would You Wear?

Would You Wear these distressed denim boots from Bakers Shoes? I'm gonna hold my piece and just see what you have to say. Leave a comment.

-Doni W.

The Past Is Haunting Us!

Who would have ever guessed that the fashion faux-pas of yesteryear would now be back knocking at our doors. Now, I know that history repeats itself and styles come back around, but I thought shoulder pads, tie-dye, and grannie pants were as good as gone.

Well surprise surprise. Designers sent their breathing hangers down the runway in almost every style that had been banned a few years ago. And surprisingly....I liked it! The new play with proportions gives fashion feins that freshness that we all long for. Cropped jackets are offset by high waisted loose trousers and sky-high platforms. Or, you can now see spandex mini-dresses once worn by the supermodel crew (Naomi, Cindy, and Linda), paired with boyfriend blazers, and oxford flats. And somehow...it works!

The way trends morph and become the opposite of the past seasons amazes me. The search for new will never stop, and this time around new just happens to be, old.

-Doni W.

Ad of the Week

I'm sorry but ALL of Gucci's fall ads make me wanna die(in the best possible way). So I couldn't do one without doing them all.

*New Twitter Background!*

-Doni W.

You Gotta Love Her...

So we haven't really touched on the GaGa rumors on LL because honestly...who cares??? Whether she has a va-jay-jay or peter-weter, or BOTH, does not determine if I'll listen to her music or not, or continue to obsess over her outrageous looks. With styles like the one above....she is fine with me. Now excuse me while I search for some left over yaky so I can make a "hair-bow" too. Lol.

GaGa you still rock my socks!

-Doni W.

Estelle Hosts Rachel's Fashion Night Out

Fashion's Night Out is planned to be a HUGE night in NYC, and designer Rachel Roy is making sure her pop-up shop doesn't get lost in the chaos. She's called on her personal friend Estelle to host the party, Lady Bunny is in charge of the sounds, and Keyshia Cole will be making an appearance. Talk about star studded shopping, I would've been happy just to see Rachel, lol.

September 10th is definitely not the night to sit in and watch a movie. Go out and SHOP!

-Doni W.

Members Only

During Fashion Week this September designer Phillip Lim will be teaming up with American Express to hold a card member only event in Bryant Park. The attendees will enjoy cocktails, an encore presentation of his show, and elbow rubs with the likes of Vogue's Andre Leon Talley and Bergdorf's Linda Fargo, along with expert commentary. Sounds like a very stylish night, click here to purchase tickets.

-Doni W.

Chris Brown's First Big Interview

Chris "Knock-Out" Brown was seen leaving the CNN studios 2 days ago, after doing his hour long interview with the one and only Larry King. Brown's mother and lawyer was by his side the whole time, and it has been said that Moma Brown got really emotional and shed a few tears. I can't help but think that this will be the most popular Larry King among the 16-25 crowd.

The whole issue is so touchy, and I can already feel myself tensing up if he doesn't show any sign of remorse or regret for what he did. And knowing Larry King, Chris is going to be forced to answer all the heavy and uncomfortable questions.

The highly anticipated interview can be seen September 2nd on CNN.

-Doni W.

Stefania Fernandez biography

Birth name: Stefanía Fernández Krupij
Birthdate: September 4, 1990 (1990-09-04) (age 18)
Birth location: Mérida, Mérida State, Venezuela
Height: 5 ft 10 in (1.78 m)
Eye color: Brown
Hair color: Brown

Stefania Fernandez Biography and Personal Profile:
Stefanía Fernández Krupij is Miss Universe 2009, from Mérida, Venezuela; she represented her country, Venezuela, in the Miss Universe 2009 pageant in the Bahamas.

She was born September 4, 1990.Stefania Fernandez age is 18 years old. Fernández won the Miss Venezuela 2008 title in a pageant held in Caracas, Venezuela on September 10, 2008. She was crowned by the outgoing titleholder, Dayana Mendoza, Miss Venezuela 2007 and Miss Universe 2008. Fernández also won the “Miss Elegance”, “Best Body” and “Best Face”, titles.

She became the second Miss Trujillo to win that title since the Miss Venezuela pageant first began in 1952. The first was Bárbara Palacios, Miss Venezuela 1986 and Miss Universe 1986. Stefanía is of Spanish Galician, Russian, Ukrainian, and Polish origin; she practices tennis and swim. Her mother is Nadia Krupij Holojad and her father is Carlos Fernández, who was kidnapped in 2005 in Barinas, Venezuela, for five days.

Fashion's Night Out!

Diddy... send me a t-shirt!

-Doni W.

JoJo Fights Back!

Pop Artist JoJo is suing her record label, Da Family, to be released from her record contract. The 18-year-old singer is VERY desperate to leave the company, which she has been signed with since age 12. JoJo, real name Joanna Levesque, now wants a judge to force Da Family Entertainment to cut her loose — plus she wants at least $500,000 for her troubles.

I ain't mad at her! Get outta there boo! Lol


-Christopher Nic.

THEE Photoshoot

Diddy's #1 chick, Cassie has finally held her photoshoot with your daughters favorite clothing company, DimePiece Designs.

I knew the pics were going to be dope. I would've never expected this dope. Like I knew she was dope. But not this dope.

Basically, I'm trying to say that the shit is booomb. (You guys thought I was going to say dope, didn't you? Lol.)










-Christopher Nic.

Look Familiar?

First, I need you all to watch the video below. The music video for RichGirl's hit "He Ain't Wit Me Now, Tho"...



...now think back to Destiny's Child, circa 1999-2000.

Enough said. Outfits and all.


-Christopher Nic.

Did You See???

Cassie and Raquel Zimmerman took the cake at the premiere of The September Issue. Raquel worked one of her best assets (her legs) and Cassie rocked the edgy look with hot pink nails, black jumpsuit, and killer platforms (werk!). They certainly did not disappoint, especially since this is one of the big fashion nights of the year.

Wonder if Anna liked their looks...

-Doni W.

Everyone Likes A Little S&M

Christian Louboutin Bandage Ankle Boot.

Price: $2,095

I see Dawn Richard all over these.


-Christopher Nic.

Miss Universe 2009

Stefania Fernandez Wins Miss Universe 2009!
Stefania Fernandez beams upon being crowned Miss Universe 2009.
The lovely Miss Venezuela, Stefania Fernandez, was crowned Miss Universe 2009 last night. The 18-year-old (!) is a worthy title-holder, to say the least.

She defeated finalists from Puerto Rico, Kosovo, Australia and the Dominican Republic. When she heard that Miss Dominican Republic, Ada Aimee De la Cruz, was named first Runner-Up, that meant Stefania Fernandez became the new Miss Universe.

Stefania is the second consecutive Miss Venezuela to win Miss Universe, and shared a hug with her predecessor, Dayana Mendoza, on stage after she won.

Receiving the tiara from Dayana, Stefania accidentally dropped the thing on stage. But with true grace and dignity, they rebounded as if nothing happened.

The second runner-up was Miss Kosovo Gona Dragusha, while Miss Australia Rachael Finch was third runner-up. Miss China Wang Jingyao was Miss Photogenic, while Miss Thailand Chutima Durongdej was named Miss Congeniality.

The top 15 finalists appeared in bathing suits before the final 10 were chosen for the evening gown segment. Pageant co-owner Donald Trump told reporters:

"I think this is the most beautiful group of women I've ever seen."

The televised event includes musical performances by Flo Rida, David Guetta, Kelly Rowland and Heidi Montag. We'll have a video of that disaster up later.

Stefania Fernandez was also named "Miss Elegance" "Best Body" and "Best Face." We're just hoping she doesn't add "Miss Nude Photo Scandal" shortly.

Stefania Fernandez Pictures:

Zivanna Letisha Siregar Biography

Zivanna Letisha Siregar (Born: February 16, 1989 at Jakarta; aka: Zizi) is Miss Indonesia 2008. She competed in the Miss Universe 2009 beauty pageant held at Atlantis Paradise Island, Nassau, Bahamas on August 23, 2009.

Before the event in the Puteri Indonesia, Zizi recorded at the University of Indonesia Department of Economic Sciences was also successfully won the election event held by the Elite Model Look in 2006.

Personal Biography
Schooling
Zizi did her schooling at SMA Al-Izhar Jakarta and graduated in 2007. She studied at the University of Indonesia at the Department of Economic Science in 2007.
Professional Biography
Ranking / Recognition / Awards / Applause / Postive comments

* Juara Elite Model Look 2006 Champion Elite Model Look 2006
* Puteri Indonesia 2008

Dead Leaves & Dirty Ground

Different is dope. So when I heard of the indie jewelry company, Prismera’s Cast, I was a little excited in the inside. Designer, Laura Su has always found inspiration in the natural—like succulents and noctiflora. But with this collection all the accessories are molded after dead, insect-eaten leaves. Dead ass.

It's so dope. Check out some more from the collection, below.






-Christopher Nic.