Monthly Archives: March 2011
Africana Beat: Solange Records for RAIN
Solange Knowles recently recorded a song for RAIN – Coca Cola’s Replenish Africa Initiative. The program – created to improve water sanitation and fresh water sources – will take place in 19 African countries including South Africa, Kenya and Zambia. Check out the video below to hear the song performed by Solange in collaboration with [...]
Face of the Day: Ajak Deng
Ajak Deng is proving more and more everyday to be one of fashion’s newest superstars. More of her i-D magazine spread under the cut. The Sudan born Australian model has been on a hot streak since last year’s shows in Paris. She’s walked for everyone including Chloe, Givenchy, Jean Paul Gaultier, and Lanvin. She’s also [...]
Haute Spread: “The Life Rhapsodic” Vogue US March 2011
“The Life Rhapsodic” spread in the March 2011 issue of Vogue US featuring models Ajak Deng, Chanel Iman, Jourdan Dunn, Arlenis Sosa, Joan Smalls & Anais Mali with actor Anthony Mackie, singer John Legend, dancer Savion Glover, writer Colson Whitehead & dancer Antonio Douthit. Always refreshing to see men with style. Check out the behind [...]
Africana Beat: Nyna Touch Covers D’banj + Beyonce
Liberian singer Nyna Touch covers D’Banj “Fall In Love” + Beyonce “Crazy In Love”. Be sure to follow Nyna’s blog & Twitter.
Haute Spread: Liya Kebede for Instyle March 2011
Ethiopian supermodel and actress, Liya Kebede was featured in the March 2011 issue of InStyle magazine. The African beauty was shot by photographer Gianpaolo Sgura & styled by Brad Goreski – former assistant to stylist extraordinaire Rachel Zoe. All of the pieces are from the Jil Sander Spring 2011 collection. Very colorful and bold – [...]
Haute Honey: Abby Repping Nigeria
In our first edition of Haute Honey, we chatted with recent college and Nigerian beauty queen Abby Aikhionbare about what inspires her and what makes her haute. What’s your name?Abieyuwa Aikhionbare What country do you rep?Nigeria (Edo-State) What do you do for a living?Working with non-profit organizations throughout Florida, promoting and organizing community events. Three words that [...]