AMBER ROSE KISSING COURTNEY LOVE AT A POST-BET AWARD PARTY!

Amber Rose hung out with girlfriends, Paris Hilton and 49 year old, Courtney Love yesterday and shared a photo of her kissing Courtney Love on Instagram while hanging out at a post-BET party which she clearly described as random and 'epic'. We know Amber to be somewhat crazy and spontaneous in her ways but some fans sure expressed displeasure at the lip lock. 

ON THE SCENE: BET AWARDS STYLE BREAKDOWN (WHO WORE WHAT?)

When it comes to an event like this, it is important for everyone to look their best. A lot of whites and pastels were seen on the red carpet and some futuristic/metallic look. Michael Costello seemed to be the most worn  designer on the red carpet.

Below is a breakdown of some of the stars ensemble at the BET Awards. 

 

Kerry Washington was all pretty in florals on the red carpet. She was spot on in a Dolce & Gabbana dress, Jimmy Choo shoes and accessorized with a boxy clutch by Amanda Pearl and Rose Ark rings.

Michelle Williams bared some legs in an Olcay Gulsen spring/summer 2014 dress which featured a bustier cut and thigh high slit. She completed the look with a Swavroski clutch and Saint Lauren Paris shoes.

Keke Palmers attire seemed to be the most talked about... I guess she took everyone by surprise. She brought a lot of shine and futuristic appeal wearing an Alon Livne dress, $775 Saint Lauren Janis Platform Pumps and JLANI jewelry... and Oh! lets not forget her Tin-foil manicured nails to match with the outfit. Go Keke!

Nigerian Celebrity star artiste, Tiwa Savage did a sheer number in a blue Valerie Kovalska dress with gold mini clutch.

LUXE STYLE: KEKE PALMER KILLS IT IN AN ANTONIO BERARDI SATIN SUIT + HER BET AWARD RED CARPET LOOK

Oh, we can not get enough of the BET Weekend, keeping up with the rave, style, fashion, looks of attendees is unending but as usual I do picks on my favorite looks.

Keke Palmer attended Debra Lee's Pre-BET Awards show dinner in what i'd say a sculpted theme, she went wearing a $2,430 Antonio Berardi Satin Suit which featured contrasting black lapels, flexible sides with black vents and the cuffed suit pants which featured pleats along the front. She paired her outfit with a Manolo Blahnik black toe-cap heel.

And while we are still on about her Pre-BET Award dinner look she serves it hot and icey on the Red Carpet with this metallic, futuristic look.

What do you think?

STEPHANIE COKER WINS CUTEST OUTFIT AT BET AWARDS 2014

Stephanie Coker did look amazing representing Africa wearing a hand embellished print from African Fashion designer, "Iconic Vanity" (Spring/Summer 2014 collection). This On-Air Personality,TV presenter and VJ is not only talented and driven but also a hot fashionista. The award did come as a shock to her as she expressed her surprise on her Instagram page.

Stephie ROCKS!

From Runway to Red Carpet

STEPHANIE COKER IN RIVER ISLAND COORDINATES AT THE BET AWARD EXPERIENCE

We simply love Stephanie Coker's coordinates by River Island. Lovely prints and colors and a take on summers look/trends. She seems to be working it on and off the red carpet. 

Unfortunately this same outfit ain't available for those who would love to rock this look, but similar prints and matching coordinates are available and you can order from www.riverisland.com 

DAVIDO ADELEKE WINS BEST AFRICAN ACT AT THE BET AWARDS 2014!

Davido Adeleke is not ready to back down. He's on top of his game and killing it every single minute. We have watched since his music career kicked off and we can say we are sure proud and impressed by this talented artiste and how far he has come.

Winning 'Best African Act' at the BET Awards 2014 is such an honour and truly deserved. Moreso, he took to thanking his fans for their support all through his journey... 

When asked by Artiste/Producer, Pharell Williams; "You must be HAPPY!", he said, "Hell Yeah!!!" 

You all need to watch out because he's got a big thing coming soon! 

Congratz Davido, keep up the good work!

STYLE: ALEXANDER MCQUEEN RESORT 2015 RUNWAY COLLECTION

If one is to mention the biggest names in the fashion industry, Alexander Mcqueen would be one of them. His designs are unique and exquisite and most times likened to the word 'Fantasy' or 'Fairy tale'. However his Resort 2015 runway collection showcased some very wearable and form fitting pieces with the use of different fabrics including 3D Florals, all used to create mind blowing pieces, I couldn't help but be Wowed by it. 

The collection featured, hand-stitched floral motifs, fine lines, clear cuts with exaggerated hip area, pleated waists, elongated wide-leg trousers, houndstooth fabrics, A-line skirts and pencil skirts.

See below.

STYLE: SEYI SHAY FOR FASHPA'S ONLINE TROPICAL LOOKBOOK

What comes to mind when you think of Summer? I bet you can think of the tropics, flowers, the beach, bursts of colors, sunshine, vacation, tanning, etc. Oh well, It's summer time and all the hottest and latest trends are in full circle, from popping colors, florals, prints, Neon's, crops and other lovely cuts and patterns just perfect for this season.

Nigerian Artiste and Entertainer, Seyi Shay gets to work it Behind the Scenes of Fashpa's summer look-book. Fashpa is one of Nigeria's online retail store with gorgeous wears and staples at an affordable rate, so if you are interested, simply log on to www.fashpa.com and order away!... a girl can never have too many shoes or outfits, can she?! *wink*

Below are pics to get you inspired.

TIWA & DAVIDO'S BET WEEKEND PREPARATIONS

It's here again! the 2014 BET Awards and the hype is still hitting the roofs, expectations are high and everyone is getting ready to look and put in their best. The BET awards would be airing live today, 29th June, 2014 from the Nokia Theatre,LA.

Nigerian stars and celebrities have been having a feel of the city of Los Angeles (L.A) and we can say

BIZARRE, FRIGHTENING OCEAN CREATURES! (I COULD'T HELP BUT SHARE)

Okay forgive me but i'm a lover of the bizarre, obscene, weird and sometimes frightening. (Lol). Some of my friends say i'm weird buh well, I don't mind.. Although this is wayy different from my usual posts but I love everything fascinating and something that can spike my curiosity and cause a bit of awe.

I bumped into an article about some bizarre ocean creatures existing that man has ever seen and I simply thought to share with you and maybe enlighten you in every way I can. Nature has a lot that we even haven't uncovered or seen yet. So when you go sea-diving or on a sea exploration and bump into one of these creatures, you would't have a heart attack while under water or think that your village people are at work (Lol, referring to our African fads and beliefs). 

Mind you, you'd need to go to extreme depths of the ocean to find these creatures, so if you're up for it, Bon voyage and please give me deets and updates of how it all went.

THE ANGLER FISH

I apologize for the graphic image above, our friend (the Angler fish) really gets in the 'Selfie' mood. The angler fish is sure one of the most bizarre and fascinating creatures given to us by nature. It possesses a spine that grows outwards and extensively that glows & in which it uses to lure in other predatory sea creatures that it will devour.

(Not everything that glows/glitters is gold, really!)

Almost all of the Anglers observed where female and their mating habits are seen as unique as they possess

LOOKBOOK: MARY KATRANTZOU RESORT 15

Fashion Designer, Mary Katrantzou is one designer I simply love and adore. Her designs are very artistic and she pays attention to even the smallest detail. To me her designs and 'prints' especially are like worn artworks or crafts. The use of colors, textures, shapes and fabric to create the most complex, yet intricate, desirable, flattering and appealing apparels is totally MIND-BLOWING. Most times I can not help but wonder what really goes on in her mind when she thinks of all these designs or "creations" as I fondly call it.

Well, some of you might be taken aback as to who this lady really is. Let me give you a brief biography of this talented lady. 

Mary Katrantzou was born in Athens, Greece in 1983, Her mother  loved and worked as an Interior designer and her father, Textile design, so her appreciation for applied design or art started right from an early age. Much later, she shifted her direction from textile design to womenswear but this time with a focus on print and particularly took an interest in the way printed textiles can change the shape of a woman's body. Mary Katrantzou pushes boundaries & dares to go where no other would think possible!

Her Recent Lookbook is one for every 'bloomer', a relief for sore eyes and for everyone who appreciates true aesthetic. See Below.

BASKETBALL WIVES LA STAR, DRAYA MICHELLE'S MINT-SWIM COLLECTION!

Popular, gorgeous and petite Basketball Wives LA star, Draya Michelle has been working on her swimwear line called "Mint Swim", the collection came out this past Spring.

Now when I stumbled on her new swimwear collection I was drawn to it and totally loved it. The swimwear collection is bold, sexy and for every woman who would love to celebrate their curves in every way.

( Let me digress a little) It's been rumored that Draya Michelle stole her swimwear design from Andreah Iyamah (one of my fave swimwear designer, I did a post on her swimwear collection, see: http://styleparlor.blogspot.com/2014/03/swimspiration-andrea-iyamah-2014.html ), this rumor started when she put up this photo:

LUPITA NYONG 'O IN HER FIRST EVER VOGUE COVER SHOOT!

She's the It girl, her radiant dark skin always steals the spotlight, She's ever rising and her breath taking talent and beauty has drawn admirers from all around the world and now she stuns on the cover of Vogue Magazine!

See photos from the Magazine's cover story below.

Photo Credit: Vogue Magazine:

Lupita in T by Alexander Wang knit top, Jonas studio earring and Yossi Harari corset cuffs.

Lupita in Vera Wang Collection copper trapeze dress, Ann Demeulemeester necklace and Casedei by Prabal Gurung heel.

Lupita in Janis by Janis Savitt silver cuff and Prada red satin heel

Lupita in Rodarte metallic lace dress with sequins, Judy Geib Plus Alpha diamond-and-gold filigree earrings with Fred Leighton amber necklace.

Lupita in J.Crew swimsuit, Yossi Harari cuffs and Casadei By Prabal Gurung heels

Lupita in flock-printed cut out dress by Proenza Schouler, Jonas Studio, Pebble London & Cara Croninger necklace with Ksar Char-Bagh wicker bag.

Lupita in Givenchy by Ricardo Tisci Marigold bodysuit, Spinelli Kilcollin linked bangles and George Jensen double bangle.

TUFACE'S ANTICIPATED ALBUM RELEASE "THE ASCENSION" (WHO'S READY?!!)

Who is up for another Album release from Tuface Idibia? Well, last week Saturday, June 14th,  he held a listening party in Lagos, Nigeria at Ariz Bar & Grill in VI for his forthcoming album which is his 6th!, titled "The Ascension".

The album features 17 tracks. Below are the track lists:

1.   GO Ft.  Machel Montano

2.   #APROKO    

3.   HOLIDAY

4.   CANT HEAR YOU Ft. Vector

5.   THE BEST I CAN BE Ft. Iceberg Slim & Rocksteady

6.   LET SOMEBODY LOVE YOU Ft. Bridget Kelly

7.   KISS OF LIFE

8.   HATE WHAT YOU DO TO ME

9.   CONFESSIONS Ft. Rocksteady & Dammy Krane

10. CLOSE TO WHERE YOU ARE

11. INTERNATIONAL LOVING Ft. Kim Almarcha

12. BOULAY BOULAY Ft. Shurwayne

13. DIASPORA WOMAN Ft. Fally Pupa

14. JEJE

15. LESSE PASSE Ft. Sir Victor Uwaifo

16. IFE DINMA With Tony Oneweek

17. NOT A SURPRISE

The album features collabo with other star artists such as, Vector, Fally Pupa, Dammy Krane, Roc Nation's Bridget Kelly and Shurwayne from Trinidad.

Onset Video shoot with Bridget Kelly

The video for one of the track titles "Let Somebody Love You" with Bridget Kelly has already been shot and it premiers tomorrow, 20th of June, 2014.