Rita Ora stepped out in New York City to attend the Montblanc Meisterstuck Le Petit Prince event. The beauty was photographed on the red carpet in a structured ensemble. Source: Steven Ferdman / Getty The 50 Shades Freed actress wore an ensemble from the Fall 2018 Vera Wang collection. Ora wore a peplum gown with contrasting white stitching and fabric on the peplum bodice and a sheer skirt. The armor sleeves and the multitude of mixed textures add to the dimension of this look. Source: Gotham / Getty Personally, to me, the dress in action is a better look vs. the red carpet. The star wore black one strap sandals and nude nails. She accented her look with a simple black clutch. Source: Steven Ferdman / Getty Her makeup was flawless, with a bronze smokey eye and a bold red lip. Her drop earrings are beautiful, as well. Beauties, we have to know: is this look HAUTE or NAUGHT? Take our poll below! Take Our Poll DON’T MISS: HAUTE OR NAUGHT: Lupita Nyong’o Wears Prada To Celebrate Her Stylists’ Book Launch HAUTE OR NAUGHT: Is Wendy Williams Gucci Down To The Socks? HAUTE OR NAUGHT: Dear Celebs, These Orthopedic Shoes Are Not A Lewk [ione_media_gallery src=”https://hellobeautiful.com” id=”2984401″ overlay=”true”]
Teyana Taylor is adding another collaboration to her growing portfolio. The artist and entrepreneur is now teaming up with Italian streetwear brand GCDS (‘God Can’t Destroy Streetwear’) for a capsule collection. The collection is appropriately named, “Harlem made,” and pays tribute to the New Yorker’s neighborhood. The Harlem native explains, “It’s streetwear, where the hood and high fashion meet. That’s always been me. It’s Harlem made, I am Harlem. So it represents me as well as the culture,” she explained. Including the fanny pack above, the collection will consist of t-shirts, bodysuits, hoodies and more. It will be priced from approximately $25USD to $200USD. Giuliano Calza , Founder and Designer of GCDS said, “I love strong, independent women who have made a name for themselves, with incredible energy.” Taylor is definitely this with her multiple talents and businesses to boot. GCDS will be throwing a launch party to celebrate the collection and the opening of their New York pop-up store. The collection will be available April 21st and you can shop it online, here . If you are one of our beauties based in New York City, you can get it at VFiles headquarters at 12 Mercer Street. DON’T MISS: GET THE LOOK: Teyana Taylor Makes A Statement In A Vibrant La Perla Dress This Is What Teyana Taylor Does When She’s Mad At Iman Shumpert Teaser Clip, Premiere Date Announced For VH1’s ‘Teyana & Iman’ [ione_media_gallery src=”https://hellobeautiful.com” id=”2983115″ overlay=”true”]
Whether it’s sitting pretty with Anna Wintour or slaying our lives on the red carpet, Cardi B .’s fashion game is A-1. Styled by Kollin Carter , he’s been going with a Lil’ Kim and Nicki Minaj vibe for the Bronx artist. Her album cover was no exception. Cardi B. gave us an all-pink look in a custom bright pink Zana Bayne belted dress with a Tzarina by Ollia soft pink faux fur. She wore pink thigh high fishnets paired with $950.00 Miu Miu crystal embellished pumps . Her hair was done by Tokyo Stylez who gave her a slick look. That fierce highlight and overall makeup look was done by Erika La’Pearl . Beauties, what do you think of this look? Tell us in the comment section. DON’T MISS: Teyana Taylor Teams Up With Italian Fashion Brand GCDS For A Capsule Collection How Long Will We Allow Fashion Houses To Colonize Black Culture? Fashion Faux Pas: Kanye West Is Getting Sued Over His Yeezy Collection [ione_media_gallery src=”https://hellobeautiful.com” id=”2988167″ overlay=”true”]
TV Mogul Oprah Winfrey recently did a photo shoot for the cover of O Magazine . It’s 2018 and she’s not playing! The 63-year old sported a colorful new hairstyle that has everyone talking. Hot off the trail of her Golden Globes speech , Oprah’s locks featured pink and purple streaks while she wore a navy blue off the should dress. She posed for in other looks and hairstyles, but this particular style is definitely a first for the actress and former tv show host. While posing for the picture, Oprah stated, “I’m really getting in touch with my inner Diana Ross .” Do you agree? Did she knock it out the park with this look or naught? Vote in our poll below now! Take Our Poll DON’T MISS: HAUTE OR NAUGHT: Jada Pinkett Smith Debuts A New Hairstyle HAUTE OR NAUGHT: This Mirror Will Tell You Everything That’s Wrong With Your Face HAUTE OR NAUGHT: Cassie Ventura Ventures Out In Versace For The New Year [ione_media_gallery src=”https://hellobeautiful.com” id=”2972674″ overlay=”true”]
Khloe Kardashian kept it festive with her blooming baby bump showing through a layer of sequins and fringe. Rocking a silver sequin and fringe jumpsuit by Yousef Al Jasmi , the reality star posed for a picture, cupping her bump. Khloe paired her ensemble with a fur jacket and silver shoes. She wore her hair in a high ponytail and accented her look with some simple studs and some rings. Beauties, are you feeling Khloe’s festive pregnancy style? Take our poll below and tell us whether this look is HAUTE or NAUGHT. DON’T MISS: HAUTE OR NAUGHT: Are You Feeling Cardi B’s Modern Day Jackie-O Vibes For Jimmy Fallon? HAUTE OR NAUGHT: Are You Feeling The New Christmas Tree Eyebrows Trend? HAUTE OR NAUGHT: Did Beyoncé Nail The Theme For Serena’s Wedding? [ione_media_gallery src=”https://hellobeautiful.com” id=”2931695″ overlay=”true”]
In promoting her new movie, Proud Mary , Taraji P. Henson snapped some hot photos for Iris Covet Book , giving us some serious Foxy Brown vibes. Taraji is sporting a sexy mega afro with a white Michael Kors jacket while sporting a flawless gold necklace by Marc Jacobs .The Empire actress not only paid tribute to legendary Blaxpoitation film actress Pam Grier , but also sat down with her to talk sisterhood in Hollywood. “I don’t understand hating another woman. We go through so much as women. Why am I, another woman, going to add to the stresses that women already have? Why would I do that?” Taraji expressed her thoughts with Pam Grier while being interviewed by her for the magazine shoot. She also discusses her new role in the Proud Mary movie, paying tribute to the Ms. Grier and the remarkable work she’s done, paving the way for black women in entertainment. See what else Taraji has to say about uniting women in entertainment and see more of her beautiful photos by going here . DON’T MISS: Upgrade You! Taraji P. Henson To Star In Remake Of Mel Gibson Film ‘What Women Want’ RIP Uncle Willie! Taraji P. Henson Posts Tribute After Her Dog Dies It’s Here! Watch The Trailer For Taraji P. Henson Hit-Woman Film, ‘Proud Mary’ [ione_media_gallery src=”https://hellobeautiful.com” id=”2933542″ overlay=”true”]
Source: Brian To / WENN Issa Rae held a Wine Down With Issa Rae panel at the 4th Annual Vulture Festival in Los Angles, California. The Insecure -creator wore a Christopher Kane black and white striped dress for the occasion. Source: Brian To / WENN The fitted dress gave us a cold shoulder and detached sleeve. The hem of the dress was fringed, separating the stripes eloquently. She paired it with one strap black open toe heels, perfect for the L.A. weather! Source: Brian To / WENN She wore her hair up and I’m loving this illuminating glow . The natural lip is a win, too. Beauties, we need to know. Do you think her dress is HAUTE or NAUGHT? Take our poll below. Take Our Poll DON’T MISS: HAUTE OR NAUGHT: Did Beyoncé Nail The Theme For Serena’s Wedding? HAUTE or NAUGHT: Lil’ Kim Is A High-End Logo Queen For The ‘Wake Me Up’ Video HAUTE OR NAUGHT: Is Amber Rose Looking Red Hot With Her New Hairstyle?
Ruth Negga arrived at The Volez Voguez Voyage x Louis Vuitton Exhibition preview in New York City. The exhibit traces the history of Louis Vuitton . This exhibit is traveling the world, already being to Seoul and now is in New York City. You can see it on display from October 27th until January 7th, 2018. Source: Daniel Zuchnik / Getty The Loving star wore Louis Vuitton Spring/Summer 2018 and paired it with black shoes with clear chunky heels. Source: Nicholas Hunt / Getty She paired it with a Louis Vuitton clutch with heavy hardware. Source: Daniel Zuchnik / Getty She adorned with a smokey eye and dark brown lip. Are you feeling this look? Take our poll below and vote whether it’s HAUTE or NAUGHT. Take Our Poll DON’T MISS: Ruthless And Stylish: Ruth Negga Kills It At Palm Springs Film Festival Sew Much Time: Ruth Negga’s Latest Design Lights Up The Red Carpet Ruth Negga’s Vogue Cover Is The First Black Girl Magic Moment Of 2017 [ione_media_gallery src=”https://hellobeautiful.com” id=”2965485″ overlay=”true”]
Supermodel Naomi Campbell lit of the fashion capital of the world over the weekend while appearing Irving Penn Exhibition hosted by Vogue. She came shining through in a SS2017 Saint Laurent mini metallic dress. It’s hard to believe the legendary model is 47 as she showed off her toned legs in a sexy, deep plunge dress that shimmered in hue of metallic gold. The slightly puffed shoulders on the dress brought attention to her slaying waistline, showing off nothing but melanin beauty. With makeup that stays flawless, Naomi’s beautiful eyes were brought out with a classic smokey look while her high cheek bones were accentuated with bronze tones. Her straight tresses gave her look an even more stunning effect. Do you think Naomi is still bringing it after slaying the catwalk all this time? Tell us what you think about her look! DON’T MISS: Representation Matters: Naomi Campbell Blasts British Vogue For Lack Of Diversity On Its Staff Naomi Campbell Named As Contributing Editor For British Vogue Naomi Campbell Is A Melanin Angel In This White, Lace Ensemble [ione_media_gallery src=”https://hellobeautiful.com” id=”2859664″ overlay=”true”]
There is nothing more I love than a good weave! The flexibility it gives is unmatched when I want a break from my regular hair routine. Here are my 10 Weave Commandments to follow to make sure your protective styling experience is a hit and not a miss. THOU SHALL NOT WEAR YOUR WEAVE FOR LONGER THAN 6-8 WEEKS I get it. You’ve invested in quality hair and spent a couple stacks to get it installed…you want to get your money’s worth. Keeping your sew-in longer than 6-8 weeks sets you up for potential damage from matting, extreme tangling and other scalp issues. THOU SHALL INVEST IN QUALITY HAIR When it comes to hair, you get what you pay for. High quality hair will be more expensive (average price $225 for 8oz of 14”), but you will be able to re-use the hair for at least 2 more installs (with proper care). My personal go to brands are Sunny’s Hair (for natural wave and natural curl) and Indique Hair (I personally love the Bounce Organic Curl!) I’m wearing Indique Bounce Organic Curl in 18″. THOU SHALL NOT DESTROY YOUR EDGES I appreciate the slight facelift a fresh weave gives as much as the next person, but you have to be very careful with your edges . The hair on your perimeter is very delicate, and if your braids are pulled too tight you run the risk of thinning hair or the permanent damage of traction alopecia. If it hurts when you’re getting your install, speak up! There shouldn’t be red skin, bumps, or any kind of irritation on your hairline. THOU SHALL TAKE CARE OF THE HAIR ‘UNDER THERE’ Wearing a weave doesn’t mean that you have a pass to forget about your actual hair underneath. The goal of protective styling for most is to give your hair a break and also retain length. It still needs to be cleansed and moisturized. One of my go-to brands is Girl and Hair which is formulated specifically to treat the hair under your weaves. Their cleanser, leave-in, and oil will have your hair perfectly nourished and protected. THOU SHALL GIVE YOUR HAIR A BREAK Source: Nicolas McComber / Getty All good things must come to an end and it is the same with your beloved weave. If you’ve been protective styling back-to-back for a few months then it is probably time to take a break. Your hair needs a rest and it gives you an opportunity to assess what’s going on. Do you have breakage? Have you been retaining length? This is also a good time to get a trim and also a good deep conditioning treatment. My 3 faves: Mielle Organics Babbassu Oil & Mint Deep Conditioner Creme of Nature Strengthening Hair Masque Sashapure Beauty Restorative Conditioning Masque THOU SHALL BLEND YOUR LEAVE OUT Source: Jeff Kravitz / Getty Please, please, please don’t break this commandment! With the plethora of textures available there is no excuse for committing this cardinal sin. If you don’t want to keep your leave out bone straight all of the time, opt for a blown out texture that is easier to blend or another type of textured hair that is easy to manipulate. THOU SHALL HAVE SOMEONE YOU TRUST TAKE YOUR WEAVE OUT One of my markers of true “Black Girl Friendship” is who I trust to take out my weave. You don’t want someone who is going to rush through the process and cut the threads AND your hair! Some of my favorite bonding moments with my girlfriends have been sitting on the floor Indian style, drinking wine and having a good ki-ki while she takes my hair down. THOU SHALL GO TO A GOOD STYLIST Source: Yellow Dog Productions / Getty Your sew-in shouldn’t scream “issa weave!” Take the time to research stylists in your area to see who’s work is realistic and then go in for a consultation. A good stylist will be able to recommend a protective style that works for your hair and lifestyle. They will also be invested in the continued health of your hair. Choose wisely! THOU SHALL TAKE CARE OF YOUR INVESTMENT This hair isn’t magic. It is human hair and still has to be taken care of for it to look its best and last. In between sew-ins you should wash and condition the hair to remove product buildup and have it fresh for your next install. Treat it with the same love and care you would your own tresses. THOU SHALL NOT APOLOGIZE FOR WEARING A WEAVE Wearing a protective style doesn’t mean you hate yourself, you don’t love your hair, or you aren’t truly “natural.” You don’t owe anyone an explanation about your hair choices. Have fun, explore new styles, and never apologize for how you choose to wear your hair. Africa Miranda is our Guest Beauty and Hair Editor this month. You can follow Africa Miranda, here . Check out her website, here . DON’T MISS MORE FROM AFRICA: I Think I Love My Hair: My Natural Hair Journey To Hair Joy Best Hairstyles On The Red Carpet From Black Hollywood At The 2017 Primetime Emmy Awards In A Hair Rut? Try These Tips For A Hair-spiration That Won’t Break The Bank (Or Require A Haircut) [ione_media_gallery src=”https://hellobeautiful.com” id=”2950516″ overlay=”true”]
