Allure Evolution: March 2016

Beyoncé on The Cover Of ELLE Magazine May 2016 Issue

Slayonce...

Just minutes after announcing her new fitness line Ivy Park Beyoncé showed off two magazine covers for "ELLE." When you slay like she does you definitely need two covers in the US and the UK.

On the US cover Bey rocks natural curls and natural makeup. My favorite celebrity hair stylist

Kim Kimble and also reality star from WE TV's L.A. Hair, who frequently works with Beyoncé, was behind her cover looks. Defining Bey's curls, they were defined with Kim's curl enhancing products like her Bounce Back Curl Cream. Beyoncé's makeup stylist Sir John gave her a natural beat to go with her casual fitness clothes and effortless hair. Sir John focused on defined brows, a hint of neutral shadow and mascara on Bey’s eyes and a clear gloss on her lips.

Her new line with Top Shop consist of 200 pieces to choose from with a price range of $30-$200. These items will be available in 2 weeks at Nordstrom, Ivypark.com, Top Shop and Net-A-Porter.

Will you be rocking her new Athleisure line?

Jerry Lorenzo: Fear of God ; Los Angeles

The Man of The Hour...

Ok so today I discovered fashion designer Jerry Lorenzo on one of my favorite blogs The Coveteur and I'm super inspired by his clothing line. I love effortless pieces that you can throw and just go. I'd like to think I have a bit of an LA style which represents in his clothing line and a New York swag as well LOL!!!

If you're a guy or gal who's into effortless style, such as ‘90s—oversized denim jackets, acid wash jeans, and flannel tops then you need to see Jerry Lorenzo's clothing line called Fear of God. The vibe of this brand of clothing has a California feel to it where you can throw on whatever and still be appropriate for whatever the day may bring.

In 2013 the brand was launched in a capsule of side-zip hoodies and extra long T-shirts, it has become a status symbol for men of both civilian and celebrity status, seen everywhere from paparazzi shots of Justin Bieber.

I hope you can get into this collection as much as I did today!

Enjoy!

(Click on his name and The Coveteur to see more of the collection)

Designer; Jerry Lorenzo

Watching Kelly Rowland

The One To Look Out For Is She...

As you all may have already heard, Kelly Rowland from former girl group Destiny's Child has a lot on her plate this season with a new makeup line for chocolate girls and a new show on BET called Chasing Destiny which is due to premier April 5th. The show consist of her quest to find stars in her new documented series. She aims to create a sensational girl group for this generation that meet up to her standards of greatness.

Rowland and her makeup artist Sheika Daley have collaborated to come up with a makeup line. Stated in the People Style section of People Magazine, she says "the two are going to start off with lashes first and then we're going to have it grow for all women." But they're definitely making sure they have chocolate girls covered. Kelly also complimented Model Iman for her beautiful makeup line which personally I use on daily basis which is great for brown brown girls!

Don't forget to tune into Chasing Destiny April the 5th on BET, I know I'll be watching!

Gospel Singer Tina Campbell Talks Battling Depression And Suicidal Thoughts During Promo Tour

God Has Everything Under Control...

Tina Campbell of gospel singing group Mary Mary talks about battling depression, suicidal thoughts, the infidelity of her husband and also loosing her father most documented on their WE TV reality show.

Tina now has a book called " I Need A Day To Pray" and a solo album called It's Personal. Stated in the SINGERS ROOM Campbell states,

“I’ve been saved all my life, and a representative of the Gospel could get so low that I wanted to die, kill my children, kill my husband and kill everybody, and go out with a bang, because life was that bad,” she told the audience. “But that’s exactly where I was in 2013, and God alone saved my life.”

She also said on Yahoo Music’s Instagram page, “Part of my testimony, my willingness to speak about the difficult times, comes from the joy I have in the knowledge that it was God who saved me. I want to let those feeling as low as I once did know that if He brought me through, He will bring you through! #OnlyJesusDidIt.”

In all I'm glad that she was able to pick herself up out of her slump and rise again, she is such an inspiration to the world and I'm thankful for her testimony.

Sometimes God takes us through the storm to get us exactly where he wants us to be. Everything happens for a reason and it's all about trusting him to let him lead the way.

-Jessica Owens

Will Karrueche Tran Be The Next Judge On Americas Next Top Model?

Top Shelf Beauty...

Karrueche is definetily ringing bells again, it's rumored that she will be the new judge on America's Next Top Model. Certain spies say that Tran, the former stylist and ex girlfriend of singer Chris Brown, is being considered to join the show, which is moving to VH1, after being cancelled by the CW. Tyra Banks will still be the Executive Producer of the show but the show will be changing it's tone.

This year Tran also collaborated on a makeup line with ColourPop called KaePop.

M·A·C Teams Up With The Next Generation Of Women

Tinashe...

Shaping music’s future in a series of exclusive collaborations. Each female visionary taps into her creativity with a limited-edition colour statement. Singer, dancer, producer, auteur, Tinashe is the songstress-in-command of her own universe. Her exclusive Eye Shadow X 9 palette of steely neutrals and simmering night shades lets you style your own signature look.

Pallet $32.00 at http://www.maccosmetics.com/
A well-edited palette of steely neutrals and simmering night shades. Online Exclusive.

Kanye West Claims Pablo Pop-Up Shop Sold $1 Million Over Two Days

Lets Get This Bread...

Kanye West's Pablo pop-up shop last weekend was a media and fan frenzy with lines around the block. Now the hip-hop artist is claiming it sold $1 million in merchandise over the its days.

On Tuesday amidst a fury of Twitter posts, West dropped the figure while calling out anyone who has called his ventures into fashion crazy.

Kanye West on Twitter: hey called me crazy and pointed fingers

but there is no other brand that could sell 1 million dollars of clothing in 2 days from 1 location!!!

This is the people the culture the dreams the future.

Total, The Bad Girls Of Bad Boy

Girl Group Tribute...

Today during Woman's History Month I would like to recognize my favorite girl group from the 90,s.
"Total."

In 1995 Sean Puffy Combs signed the trio Kim, Keisha, and Pam to Bad Boy. Puffy, better known as Diddy kept it sexy and street with this girl group. My favorite song by these ladies till this day is " Can't You See" their first single off of their self-titled album, is still a banger till this day! This cut also featured an intro from Biggie that hit hard as soon as the song comes on, this song also debuted on the New Jersey Drive soundtrack. The group also went on to make hits with other heavy hitters like Lil Kim, Foxy Brown and Da Brat on the remix track called " No One Else" also another favorite of mines and " Kissing You."

During the recording of their second album they were also featured on numerous chart-topping Hip Hop hits including Foxy Brown’s “I Can’t,” LL Cool J’s banger, “Who Do You Love? Total would go on to do a few more features throughout 1997-1998 While it has been well over a decade since the trio has hit the studio, In 2015 Total would join R&B great R. Kelly on the sold out Funk Fest Tour.

The Real Housewives Of Atlanta Season 8 Reunion

Sheree Whitfield, Kandi Buruss, Cynthia Bailey, Kenya Moore, Porsha Williams, Phaedra Parks, and Kim Fields

Real Woman...

It went down last night on the reunion with Kenya Moore and Kim Fields. I guess Kim isn't taking any more of her bullshit after all of the disrespect that went on this season. (NO SHADE) I have a different love for all of the ladies and I think all of them have something great to bring to the table. Some of the ladies were saying that they don't think Kim is a good fit for their circle, but I think it was refreshing to have her on the show. I think they should bring my girl back for season 9 so we can see the turn up! I'm sure she will remain a lady but wont hold any punches the next time Kenya tries to come for her.

The ladies all looked beautiful last night wearing designer pieces and beat faces, take a look below and check out the set.

Oh and where was my favorite girl NeNe Leaks? I assume she'll show up for part 2 of the show.