Jennifer Lopez was photographed wearing a head-to-toe blue snakeskin print dress at the 14th season of American Idol photocall that took place in Brooklyn. See more photos of the 45-year-old singer-actress below.
The actress and singer wore a blue snakeskin mini dress and paired it with a matching blue snakeskin handbag and shoes. Her hair was styled into a pony with a center part.
What do you think about Jennifer Lopez’s all blue snakeskin print dress and accessories? Would you rock an all print attire from head to toe like the “Love Don’t Cost A Thing” singer? Share your views by leaving a comment below.
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As the Awards Season gets closer, we can’t help but cast our minds back to the star of the last Awards Season: Lupita Nyong’o. Acing a number of gongs including an Oscar for her role in 12 Years a Slave, Lupita literally walked off the film set straight into the fashion world, acing a few high profile contracts too, including Lancôme.
As befitting the face of Lancôme’s new Visionnaire Cx Serum, the actress has got a flawless complexion. Doubtless, it is partly thanks to her good genes, but Nyong’o knows how to look after her skin. Want to know the secrets to getting her flawless look? Read on.
There’s no denying Face of Lancôme’s new Visionnaire Cx Serum, Lupita Nyong’o has got flawless dark skin.
Her good genes might have played a role but its obvious the actress knows how to care for her dark skin and keep it flawless. So on the latest edition of Marie Claire Smart Beauty October 2014, she reveals her beauty essentials, the secrets behind her glowing and spotless skin.
Lancôme Visionnaire Cx Serum, £60
“I look for products that bring out the best in my skin, and introduce them into my routine one by one, so I can judge the difference they make. Hydration is key, so before bed I give my skin as much moisture as possible using Lancôme Visionnaire Cx Serum.”
John Masters Organics Rose Foaming Face Wash, £22
“Because of my dry complexion I use John Masters Organics Rose Foaming Face Wash. It’s so gentle and leaves my skin super-fresh without that stripped feeling.”
Essie Nail Polish in I’m Addicted, £7.99
“I love that you can change your nail colour any time and it instantly makes you glamorous. Right now, chic marine nails are what I’m all about.”
La Roche-Posay Anthelios XL Protective Oil SPF 50+, £17.50
“It’s a myth that black skin doesn’t burn. Once I burned so bad, and now I’m meticulous about using SPF every day – it’s just so important.”
Urban Decay De-Slick Mattifying Powder, £20
“I use mattifying powders over my skin to absorb the excess oil and stop it from looking shiny.”
“Lancôme Teint Visionnaire Skin Perfecting Makeup Duo lets my skin breathe. My golden rule is to always apply make-up in the light you intend wearing it in. Natural daylight is the most honest.”
Neal’s Yard Remedies Avocado Oil, £7.50
“Avocado oil is my miracle body essential. I like products that are as natural as possible, so I can use them all over my body.”
Givenchy Blush Memoire de Forme, £26
“Bright pink blusher looks great on black skin, and obviously you’re not trying to fake a natural flush, so there’s no need to be subtle about it.”
This article was originally posted on the Fab Magazine’s website.
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The sports media industry is no longer based just on television broadcasts. The Internet is becoming an important platform for broadcasting live and recorded games. Taken even further, mobile platforms are also used widely to show amateur and professional sports worldwide. Watching live games that are shown on websites requires a reliable Internet connection. Surely, sports fans can enjoy games by connecting to a Wi-Fi network at work or in a public place. However, it becomes nearly impossible to stream Internet-based sports broadcasts by using mobile data. Smartphones might quickly deplete several gigabytes of data just by streaming video clips for less than an hour.
Surely, there is a way to minimise mobile data usage while following live sports games. Social media is used effectively to provide real-time updates about scores, highlights and other interesting occurrences. In a sense, this online platform is somewhat similar to radio play-by-play commentary. About every minute, a social media page that covers a particular sports game or event is updated. The updates feature much more than just numerical data that reflects scores and statistics. There might be descriptions of players’ actions and the overall atmosphere. Images are used to enhance play-by-play updates on social media. Throughout the game or event, editors post actual high-quality photos of the action. Downloading such pictures doesn’t require much mobile data usage for sports fans who use smartphones.
Major sports teams have their own social media profile pages that deliver frequent updates for fans. Such online platforms are also used to release official statements regarding the players, coaching staff and other important figures. The posts often include external links to official press conferences featuring star athletes and club owners.
Social media is a platform that essentially provides convenient shortcuts for delivering important information to sports fans. Sports channels use this medium to keep loyal TV audience updated. For example, channels can post official listings of games that will be shown live on TV. Fans who use social networks surely appreciate simple reminders about upcoming events that will be televised.
Video highlights of sports games and events can also be posted on social media outlets. Short clips usually feature the most important moments that sports fans want to see. Streaming such video content doesn’t require sports fans to burn up their limited mobile data plans. Additionally, the quality of the clips can be adjusted in order to minimise data usage. When streaming highlights on smartphones, sports fans might choose between high definition such as 720p or standard quality like 420 pixels.
Prominent figures in the sports media industry often utilise social networks to connect with fans and other business partners. A sports broadcasting executive like Jed Drake and other CEOs are examples of businessmen who use social media for personal and professional reasons. Building a loyal base of followers is highly desirable for high-level executives in sports broadcasting. Ordinary sports fans are always interested in hearing any news about their favourite sports channels and other news media outlets. For instance, a CEO might post about special extended coverage for major events like the World Cup, World Series, Super Bowl or the U.S. Open Tennis championships. Each year, it seems that broadcasting expands significantly for such important sports competitions that are watched worldwide.
The Netherlands has successfully organised the first edition of its Africa Fashion Week. The who’s who in Africa design, entertainment, and business elite descended on Amsterdam on August 29 through 31 to witness three special days that were dedicated to the biggest African fashion show to have taken place in the country.
The event which took place at the Amsterdam World Fashion Centre was hosted by Nigerian actor, Ramsey Nouah, The event was also attended by Rosemary Kargbo, the winner of the 2013-2014 Miss Africa Netherlands.
Africa Fashion Week Amsterdam 2014 saw international designers from Nigeria, Tanzania, South Africa, New York, Kenya, Ghana, Cameroon, Sudan, France, Gambia, Spain and much more – showcasing their work on the runway.
Performers, Miss Bess, Koloboyz, Petit Bagaza, Nabil Nabstar
This is the first edition of Africa Fashion Week Amsterdam. The maiden edition was supposed to take place in 2013 but was cancelled due to lack of funding. This year, the event was finally put to motion after gaining huge support from sponsors and exhibitors.
“Africa Fashion Week Amsterdam (AFWA) is an annual event focused on exhibiting the beauty of African couture, art and fashion to a European and global audience. AFWA is a multi-day event that will include runway shows, exhibitions, fashion seminars and network meetings with the sole purpose of raising awareness of the work of African fashion designers and African inspired couture, providing multiple opportunities for showcasing their work to a broad audience. The event will showcase the latest fashion trends of the emerging vibrant African art and design industry to the European audience, offering opportunities for vendor exhibitions, linking with business leaders, sponsors, local buyers, agents and media. Africa Fashion Week Amsterdam is an annual event and will showcase exquisite collections by African and African-inspired”
Alfred Ajani, the Nigerian graduate who made headlines by holding up a sign advertising his availability and to be given a chance to work at London’s Waterloo Station has been offered his dream job. The 22-year-old fresh graduate decided to do something different after applying for so many jobs without getting a job or an interview.
The marketing graduate from Coventry started work yesterday 8th September with a recruitment firm, The Asoria Group London. He was employed as the marketing executive of the company.
Speaking about his new job and why he decided to choose a new way to job hunt, Alfred said, “The director walked past me when he saw me that morning, but later got in contact through the website Linked In. The company said they were looking for someone with out of the box ideas and so they were keen to get me in.
The job is one I wouldn’t have got if I hadn’t gone to the station that morning, so I advise anyone out there who is in the same position I was to think of more direct ways to speak to employers.’
To do something for a colleague they find creative and someone who thinks out of the box, his colleagues decided to make his first day at work special by printing t-shirts with his photo and wearing it to welcome him.
Pictured centre in the group photo with his new colleagues, Alfred is seen wearing a t-shirt with a photo of him that was used for his CV and published online at the time he was in the news.
Looking sexy can boost your confidence, especially when you’re on a first date and you’re wondering what your first impression will be. Like we all know, your first impression can make a lot of difference to how you’re viewed. It can be the reason that your new date will never want to see you again. Or the reason he wants to take things further. So, while preparing for that special evening, make sure you make a good impression. A lasting one!
The first time people meet you, you’ll be judged based on your appearance without taking the time to know the true you. While this happens in almost every situation, your look is very important when it comes to dating and relationships. To make sure you’re making the right impression by looking sexy on your first date, check out the 5 ways to be a sexier and more confident date.
Confidence
Learn to love and be confident with your appearance. While being sexy can make you more confident, sexiness alone cannot make you become confident. Confidence in itself is sexy. You might be beautiful and sexy but not confident about yourself and your looks. As a result, you will end up being timid and intimidated, thereby being unable to exude that confidence that lets your beauty and sexiness shine and glow. As part of being confident, make sure you look into your date’s eyes while you’re together. Especially when you’re talking or listening. Avoiding eye contact is a sign of lack of confidence. Never place yourself in such an awkward situation.
Look good, Dress to flatter
A dress can make a whole lot of difference to how sexy a lady can look. Have you ever watched those reality programs where ladies are given a new look? I’m not talking about those extreme beauty makeovers that use cosmetic surgery to enhance women’s look. It is more of those mini makeover programs that transform a lady’s look by just the clothing, the hair style and a little bit of make-up. If you do, you’ll notice how beautiful, sexy and classy most of the women end up looking with just a little bit of fashion change. So, one of the most important ways to look sexy is to dress to flatter your best characteristics. Every woman has something striking or unique about their appearance. To look always good, you need to know the most beautiful part of your body and learn to flatter it while you dress for that date. It might be your sexy long legs, your curvy hips, or those well shaped sized bust line. Take advantage of whichever one it is and you’ll see your sexiness and confidence increase.
Smile
Cultivate the habit of smiling. Smiling is good they say. It helps in making you look younger. But there’s so much more smiling can do for you. Smiling can make you look beautiful, open and welcoming. When you look welcoming, people are freer and easy to let go of themselves and become drawn to you. If you have not noticed, when you smile at most people, they smile back at you. If your smile can be so infectious to even strangers and make them look at you and care about your feelings, how much more on your date. You’re not in a war zone and do not need to tighten up your face like the world is about to end and you’re in a terrible place. Learn to let yourself free and always put a smile on your face. There is nothing as sexy as a beautiful smile. Use it on your date and you’ll feel like you have the key to your man’s heart. While smiling is good and can boost your sexiness, do not over do it. Too much of everything is bad. Moderation is the key to achieving your true goal and bringing out that sexiness in you.
Change your hairstyle
Having the same hairdo can be so boring that you’ll even begin to bore yourself and feel unsexy. A new hairstyle can change your looks and make you feel differently about yourself. Take some risks and make changes to your hairdo as much as you can. Whether long or short, different hairstyles can give you different looks. If you want to stick to certain looks that enhance your facial features, you can book an appointment with your hairstylist to determine the best hairstyles for your facial structure. Do not miss a chance to bring out your sexiness and best of looks
Get a new bra, get the right size
So many women are dressing up everyday wearing bras that are not made to fit them. They are either going for bras that are smaller than their true size or choosing those that are too large for them. Thereby making their bust-line look less flattering than they truly are. If you do not know your true bra size, get into a special lingerie shop and they’ll take your measurement so you could go shopping for the right bra. When you put on the right bra size, you’ll see how much difference it’ll make to your bust-line and increase your sexiness. Like hot on fire!
While there are several other things that you can do to feel sexier and more confident on a date, these 5 tips are some of the most important ones and will go a long way in boosting your sexiness and confidence.
Rihanna was photographed wearing this shiny navy blue raincoat inspired outfit to the Alexander Wang fashion show that took place at the Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week in New York on Saturday, September 7th. Rihanna paired her outfit with a matching bucket hat and clutch bag. She completed the look with a pair of red sandals, red lipstick and a golden neckpiece and bangles.
The “Umbrella” singer is known for taking fashion risks, from transparent see-through dresses to outfits that most people will never be brave enough to wear. And the 26-year-old music star was not named a fashion icon by CDFA for nothing. She’s always been daring in her fashion style and follows her own fashion rules.
When CFDA CEO, Steven Kolb was announcing Rihanna’s award, he said, “We are proud to present Rihanna with the CFDA Fashion Icon Award for her impact on the industry as fashion’s most exciting ambassador in recent memory.”
The statement shiny navy blue raincoat inspired outfit was paired with a matching piece of hat that was made of the same shiny navy blue fabric. Adding another statement piece to her look, Rihanna is seen wearing a thick gold necklace that she combined with another thin and longer beckpiecee.
Rocking the shiny navy blue raincoat inspired outfit, the singer completed the look with a pair of bright red sandals that really popped like say, here I am.
What do you think of Rihanna’s shiny navy blue raincoat inspired outfit that she wore to the top fashion event? Is this a piece you would be delighted to add to your own wardrobe? Let us know what you think by leaving a comment below.
M.A.F Couture is an international lifestyle brand offering smart, affordable luxury fashion and bringing newness and style to life with an entirely new touch. The brand offers styles to suit people of different classes. With different edgy outfits and accessories, one can easily find a pick to suit any style.
M.A.F Couture has participated in different fashion shows across Europe. The brand is the creation of Mary Tataw Eyere, a holland based Cameroonian fashion student who is at the stage of completing her program. The label, founded in 2009, is designed for stylish young women who appreciates trendy fashion with unique styles.
The Modern African Woman by #MAFCoutre was launched a few months after her charity collection, which was used to help orphan children in Cameroon get an education.
Mary Tataw is an AfroDutch fashion designer based in the Netherlands. She’s the founder and creative director of M.A.F. Couture (Mixed African Fashion). Her collection combines African Prints with Western fabrics. According to Mary, her passion for fashion and designing began at a very tender age. At the time, she was living with her grandmother in Cameroon, who bought her a skirt that she experimented with and liked the outcome of.
When she came to join her mother in the Netherlands, she discovered and registered in a fashion school, where she pursued her long-desired interest in the fashion industry. Her fashion brand was created while she was studying. Since then, she has participated in various fashion-related projects and has been featured in several online and traditional media platforms.
See more from MAF Couture’s The Modern African Woman collection below.
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Silk and patterned designs, businessmen jet flying from one business meeting to another, or sitting in a conference room, male models in suit and ties posing on the runway, coloured fabrics and a design suitable for different events, there is no doubt that the rebirth of the tie is making a strong statement in the fashion world.
A piece of tie is like the dot on an “I” and the cross on a “T” when it comes to men and fashion. While women have many ways to accessorise their outfit and define their style through jewelries, scarves, handbags and many other items, the necktie is one of the most important fashion item that can be used by a man to establish his style of fashion. As a result, men and ties have become inseparable that there is virtually a variety of ties to suit different occasions. From textured and silk ties that can be worn to the office, to bow ties that can be worn for black tie events and fashion ties that are worn for less formal outings, the choices of patterns and colours to choose from are endless. You can colour match for a wedding, go all print or make a statement with some loud colours, there’s always a tie for every function.
The tie, which used be worn in formal occasions are now made to fit into every type of fashion style that even sportsmen like Dhani Jones love them so much and seems not to get enough of it.
“When you wear a bow tie, doors open for you. Your posture is a little more erect; your shoulders are a little further back; your style is a little more dynamic. It’s about the reestablishment of the gentleman,” said Dhani Jones, an American football linebacker who used to play for the country’s National Football League.”
Jones is not the only man with love for the tie and the difference and touch it can make to a man’s fashion style. According to Rick Kaplan, a former TV news producer for ABC, CBS, CNN, and MSNBC “Wearing a bow tie is a statement. Almost an act of defiance.”
The men’s universe is made up of a variety of ties that can be worn with shirts or suits for different occasions. They come in a variety of colours, fabrics, patterns and styles. If you’re a man and not fully taking advantage of this beautiful piece of fashion accessory or you’re doing it the wrong way, check out a men’s fashion and necktie blog dedicated to men and ties. You can also watch the video below and learn how to match shirts and ties together.
In the video, Tressa Branin – an image consultant and corporate trainer with Total Style Solutions will give you vital tips on types of ties, colours, patterns and the best way to combine them.
If like me, you like city trips, then London is a great place to be. You can never get enough of the city. Whether you would like to visit museums, attraction centres or historical places, the city has them in abundance. If you’re contemplating on taking a trip to London and want to know some of the interesting places to go or stay, check out my list below.
Hotels to Stay
Depending on your budget, there is a wide variety of hotels to choose from. And if you’re on a budget, you can check out Comfort Hotels. They are reasonably priced and well situated in the city. They also have parking spaces, free wifi connection and breakfast is included in the price. In addition, they clean the room daily and change the towels, bedsheets, and give other supplies such as toilet paper, coffee, tea, milk, sugar, and water boiler.
Another budget hotel to look out for is Travelodge, they are similar to Comfort Hotel but do not include breakfast in your booking. Apart from that, you would have to pay for your own internet which cost about £3 for twenty-four hours. The internet is stable and very fast. Another option is to rent a room or an entire apartment on a weekly basis, you can find such places on websites such as flat-club.com, roomorama.co.uk, and many others.
Where to shop
If you like shopping on the high street with shops that cater for a wide range of prices to suit different budget, then Oxford Circus is the best place to be. The best way to get there is with the underground (tube). You can also go with the bus if you do not mind the traffic. And a little bit of warning, driving there with a car would be a big mistake for you as you’ll have to pay congestion fees for your parking. And the traffic can be horrible as well. If you prefer the open markets, Portobello Road Market is open throughout the week. There is also Brixton and Camden Markets, as well as much more.
Things to Do
There are so many things to do in the city. If you love museums, the British Museum is a great place to be. The museum has a great collection of work from all over the world that you would have to plan ahead what you are interested in seeing. Otherwise, you would need a whole week to see everything there and follow the history behind each piece of work. There are many other museums in the city and most of them offer free entrance. You’ll only have to pay if you’re visiting a special exhibition taking place.
Another interesting thing to see is the Tower Bridge, a suspension that crosses the River Thames. You can choose to go up the bridge for a fee of about £9.00 for an adult. If you do, you’ll enjoy a beautiful view of the city’s landscape and maybe make some lovely photos as well. Also around the corner is the famous Tower of London. It cost about £20.00 to go inside and see all of the histories that lie inside the castle. Some of the things you’re sure to see in the Tower are royal palaces, prison, armoury, zoo, and much more.
If your love entertainment and media, the BBC Tour is a good place to visit. You will see the newsroom and get some inside and background history on the BBC. You’ll also do some exercise like reading a TV news broadcast and making a radio play (drama). You are allowed to record the news and play. You’ll also visit other studios and get the chance to see the royal mic as well. The cost for this tour is about £14 for an adult.
Buckingham Palace is another place to visit. What you can expect to see are the State Rooms (these are rooms where the monarchs welcomed, entertained and rewarded their subjects as well as dignitaries), the Picture Gallery(displaying some of the best paintings the within the royal collection), Changing the Guard (A colourful British ceremony that last for about 45 minutes), the Garden Shop (where you can buy items inspired by the Royal collection), as well as the garden cafe where you can enjoy some refreshment at the end of your tour. You can pick up an audio gadget to provide you with a lively guide during the tour. Apart from the little tour inside the palace, there are so many other things to see around the neighbourhood. The famous Piccadilly Square and Trafalgar Square is also close by.
Where to Eat
London has a wide range of international cuisine that you can treat yourself to and it would be difficult to start making a list as this depends on your taste. Whether you’re looking for Indian, French, Chinese, Greek, or many other cuisines, the choice and offers are endless.
London is a city of treasure filled with great venues, events, attractions and hidden corners to explore. While this article cannot provide you with all that there is to do in the city, I hope it gives you some valuable info to plan your next trip to London. Also feel free to add some of the things you’ve enjoyed in the city by leaving a comment below.
