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"Fat Joe has one of the best ears for beats and this album is no exception."

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Fat Joe Album Review

The Color of Fashion!

With the recent passing of Naomi Sims, the first black model on the cover of Ladies’ Home Journal in November 1968, I pondered the strides made by women of color in fashion.

Not only are more women of color represented on the runways, but we are represented in the store windows as well. I was bit hard-pressed to find these darker hue dolls, but I uncovered a few. While unearthing the black mannequins, I dredged up the black mannequins that caused controversy a couple years ago.

Should black mannequins be hanging by chains in windows? Is it being fashion forward?



Posted by Katina of randomfemalerants.blogspot.com

Drake Hate

It seems that the hatred of Drake is like a contagion, spreading cross the North American Continent, from the USA to Canada. I thought they would have embraced him in Toronto, being that he is supposedly from Canada.

Walking the streets of Toronto, I came across this "up-and-coming" rapper in his own little fantasy world who wanted to spew venom about Drake. Although this guy resembles a muskrat, he is quite entertaining in the video. Truthfully, I think he wishes he were Drake. Meanwhile, while recording this little diatribe on my video camera, Drake was actually taking a dive while performing in Camden, New Jersey.

Isn't this Drake's second injury? I remember him performing in a chair during the BET awards. While the masses is focusing on his "fakery," I am fretting he might fall off a stage and not be so lucky in the future. This is the first time that I have ever heard of a clumsy rapper. I thought they all had swagger.

Little Wayne is thinking like an astute business man when he said "I am going to have to get some extra insurance." I hope that the insurance adjuster doesn't follows Hip Hop. If so, those premiums will be through the roof with Drake's fumbling track record.

Please enjoy the video!

Posted by Katina of randomfemalerants.blogspot.com

Women's Wednesday

I took it to the Streets of New York to see what everyday women are wearing.... look at what I found....


Ashley (20)
From: Wisconsin, currently resides in Harlem, NYC
Occupation: Student/Aspiring Shoe Designer
Fashion Rule: Wear what makes you feel good!; Know what looks good on you!
Favorite Website: www.thefashionspot.com
Favorite Designer: 3.1 Phillip Lim
Fashion Icon: Rihanna, Diane von Furstenberg, Myself
Quote to live by: "Any fool can criticize, condemn, and complain and most fools do, but it takes character and self control to be understanding and forgiving." ~ Dale Carnegie

When I first spotted Ashley I was intrigued by her Jumper, first I thought is was denim but I asked and felt the material and found it was something much softer and light weight. I like the western inspired fringes. She found this garment at Rags-A-GoGo, which is a great thrift store on 14th street between 7th & 8th Ave.




Bre(20)
From: Pasadena, California
Occupation: Student
Rule of Fashion: Gold Jewelry
Favorite Website: www.whowhatwear.com
Favorite Brand : Elizabeth & James
Fashion Icon: Diane von Furstenberg
Quote Bre Lives by: "Live it, Love it, Get it" ~Bre

I loved Bre's look but what really grabbed my eye was this ring she got from AJ's Design Studio (65 Bleecker Street)... I love the separation and isolation of the precious stones.... It looks like a good one of a kind investment!


Lucia is a 23 year old student from Denmark who works for "COVER" which is Danish Magazine. She LOVES Alexander Wang. She rocked this fringed top from TOPSHOP and these acid wash shorts from American Apparel, and Chloe shoes. I can tell comfort was a key rule to her style....


I stopped Marie because she reminded me of Kate Moss, which in turn is her fashion icon. This 18 year old student loves Balmain and Stella McCartney. I liked her black thigh high tights and open toe sandals. I really like the skin she showed... a great way to be covered yet very sexy!


This Woman I saw in passing, but she was in a rush and I really wanted to capture her for the blog... I really like the design and details of her shirt dress and how she paired it with this gold belt and these multi-color metallic heels....


Kayan is a Jamaican raised Bronx Native who at the age of 21 is a well-known Spoken word Artist and full time student. She lives by the Quote "Are yon an image or a Reflection?" She finds great clothes in Forever 21 and Bebe, and she looks to Yves saint Laurant as the Epitome of Top Fashion. Rihanna and Solange are some Fashion Icons of Kayan and I definitely saw some Solange inspiration in her outfit. Her "Mister Shoes" ankle boots are great and I loved how she paired it with a flirty skirt and this custom made tank (do you see the buttons???).. LOVE LOVE LOVE

Here are some links to her Poetry:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SUUUE3MZol0
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t7Kca3rA6bc
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lZyW6N794o8



Aba is a 24 year old Free Spirit from the UK spending some time in New York. She lives by the Quote "Do You", and her Favorite store is Primark (which is a great Store out of London). I particularly loved her Fringed sandals from top shop(a few seasons old now but still great).



Whitney(21) is a NY actress who looks to Kate Moss as a Fashion Icon. I loved her Fringed peep toe boots from Bebe, It was a great yet sexy addition to her Rocker look.

Lauren(22) is a full time student who finds Sienna Miller to be one of the leading Women in fashion and Style. Lauren paired this Men's inspired shirt with a pair of shorts to show off her long sexy legs and made sure not to cover those Yves Saint Laurent Shoes.

These two where ready for what ever the night had in store for them...

Celebrity Style


Rihanna Looked stunning in this comfortable yet sexy in this dress... She really has a great style team! I need to be a part of that soon.... Rihanna holla at me... you need me on your team! LOL!

Women in New York have so much Great Style and know how to show it off....
Stay tuned to see some more women next week!

~~~Ehcilc... Because nothing about me is Cliche!

Trendy Tuesdays: DENIM

Denim is a rugged cotton twill textile, in which the weft passes under two or more warp fibers. Denim has been in American usage since the late eighteenth century. The word comes from the name of a sturdy fabric called serge, originally made in Nîmes, France. Originally called "serge de Nîmes", the name was soon shortened to denim.

Denim has been an American Classic for many years now and is a recurring trend. These days the usage of denim range from every street wear to red carpet events. Denim has been a personal favorite of mines for years... Lets see where denim could be found these days......


STREET STYLE
I took it the streets of New York City to see how Denim is being worn and how everyday people use this trend to express how they feel and who they are.


Suzanne, 28
From: Texas, Resides in Gramercy NYC
Occupation: Owner of a Public Relations Firm
Fashion Rule: Comfort comes First
Favorite Website: www.STYLE.com
Favorite Designer: Rick Owens
Fashion Icon: Grace Kelly
Quote to Live By: "Seize the Day"

I like the way Suzanne made these oversized destructed denims very Feminine. She paired them with a great pair of wedges and a flowwy top... GREAT MIX OF STYLES!


Serena, 19
From: Brooklyn, NY
Occupation: Student, Aspiring Publicist for a Record Label
Fashion Rule: Accessories are everything
Favorite Website: www.blackstylecentral.blogspot.com
Favorite Store: Zara
Fashion Icon: Rihanna
Quote to live by: "Never Look Back"

Serena's Look screamed comfort, she paired this fitted denim jacket with a yellow skirt and striped tank.... The sandals could have easily been changed into a pair of heels to make this look a great night club look!


Carlos, 27
From: Mexico City, Mexico
Occupation: Women's Clothing Designer
Fashion Rule: BLACK
Favorite Website: www.style.com
Favorite Brand: Comme Des Garcons
Fashion Icon: Karl Lagerfeld
Quote to Live by: "BE FREE"

Carlos' acid wash skinny jeans told me he like to keep things simple.... Efortless style is what I saw in him.... and LOVED his T-shirt. Forever a K. Lagerfeld fan!


Nicole, 25
From: Cincinatti, Resides in Miami Beach
Occupation: Hairstylist
Fashion Rule: Dont't Listen to my Boyfriend
Favorite Website: www.PRADA.com
Favorite Brand: Chanel
Fashion Icons: Coco Chanel, Lady Bunny
Quote to Live By: "Carpe Diem... Seize the Day"

Nicole looked like a girl who liked to have fun... even her pose made me smile...she is full of life and energy and it showed in her choice of denim.


Inna,20
From: Russia
Occupation: Student
Fashion Rule: I Buy what i like, No matter how cheap or how expensive.

Inna's pants showed that the cut of the pants can go a long way. She was ready to party and was wasn't concerned with her pants getting in the way. Her Heels and tank added a great color splash to these washed out denims....

New Yorkers know how to Rock there Jeans.....

HOT FINDS:



H&M has these 2 Women's Denim that would be a great investment, Both at $59.95






Mottainai has these 2 great pair of Mens Denim and this bag would be great for any man to have in there closet.... Unfortunately its one of a kind....


I love this Distressed Denim Dress (TopShop $100)


Jumper (TopShop $125)

Some Leaders in Retail Denim are showing you different ways to do it too!

Levi's has this western inspired look on Display on 14th street.


7 for all Mankind has a preppy look going on in the Bleeker Street Boutique.

Even Celebs are Getting there daily Kicks with Denim.

Keri Hilson Rocked these denim inspired leggings to the BET Rising Icons event On Monday July 27, 2009.


And Rihanna was spotted wearing this denim Strapless Dress in NYC July 27, 2009 and she paired it with a very Intresting Hat and a pair of Blue Suede Christian Louboutin pumps.

Denim on the Runways


Miss Sixty Fall 2009 Ready-to-Wear


Balmain Spring 2009 Ready-to-Wear


D&G Spring 2010 Ready-to-Wear


Dsquared² Fall 2009 Ready-to-Wear

Denim is a strong part of the American Culture and this trend will constantly repeat itself but Im waiting to see in what new ways it will be reinvented....

~~~Ehcilc...Because nothing about me is Cliche

"Just Throw It On Layaway"

With the rapper Fabolous’new album & movie compilation, "Loso’s Way," in stores July 28th, I am crossing my fingers and hoping that the album does really well, being that he obviously needs the money. The track “Throw It In The Bag” stays on repeat in my iPod, but I cannot help but chuckle every time I sing my own rendition of the song.

The track brings to mind the incident reported earlier in the year by NY Post Page Six, where all of Fabolous’ credit cards were allegedly declined at a popular Atlanta establishment. An entourage member who offered to pay his tab with cash got in a fight with the bouncer outside, and then he fell and hit his head. When the guy heard the police sirens, he fled the scene while bleeding profusely from the head. WOW!

To all those wondering why I am dredging up old news, I think it is entirely relevant, being that Fabolous is telling the ladies to just “Throw It In The bag.” It would have been wise to put this track on hold two calendar years and not push it the same year that all his credits cards were declined.

To all those ladies who want to show Fabolous some groupie love and who have the notion that he might let you “Throw It In The Bag,” I urge you to reconsider. The only thing you will be doing is scuffing your Christian Louboutins and suffering a concussion as you flee the scene in your stilettos like the entourage member who probably couldn’t foot his portion of the bill. Terrific, now you have an $800 shoe setback!

Unless "Loso’s Way" has staggering sales, I will continue to sing my own rendition of the track, just “Throw It On Layaway.”

Contributed by Katina of http://randomfemalerants.blogspot.com/

MEN'S MONDAYS

Kris Van Assche 2010 Spring/Summer Footwear











I came across this shoe while checking out Hypebeast.com. These Shoes/Boots/Sandals are a great combination of the 3. These would be ideal for men of all ages and style. A great way to dress down a Suit and even better way to style up a pair of Jeans and Graphic T. These are definitely worth having in your closet. My personal Favorites are Black side lace sneaker, and the white and Yellow high top sandals which are also available in Blue! Keep your eye for a release date!

~~Ehcilc.... because nothing about me is Cliche!