The other day I was doing what all fashionistas do in their down time. I was browsing my favorite designers sites. I found my new desire on the Christian Louboutin site. And since I’m not selfish I want to share with you.

These are two of the three styles the “Let Me Tell You” shoe comes in.

There’s a third style. Black with red stitching…but I have to keep something to myself

The all black is available for pre-order on the Saks Fifth Ave site for a mere $2,195.

Strength Through Unity | L’Union Fait La Force
Presented by Patty Laurent, Heavy Hitters, Randy B., Alador & Smith, Haitian Memorial Foundation, Shante Bacon (135th Agency), Phillana Williams, Rich Trowers, Chris Green (Capitol), Russ Jones (J Records), Hillary Weston, Shawn Pecas (Def Jam), Elaine Hamilton, Shak, Mike Mogul, Rocky MTA Playaz, MIH, Grae Enterprises, Vegas (Showcase), BFE Ent, Connections Unlimited, Stacey Cummings, Urben Pro, Wiener Milien (NYC Media), Icemen, Hen-Roc (Bad Boy), Carline Balan (Balan,Inc.), Village, Kenaar nelson of superbMUSIC, The Feature Magazine, Datwon Thomas (Global Grind), Jamilah and Chuck Creekmur (Allhiphop.com), Homebase, The Source, Corey Smyth (Blacksmith), Stag Ent. and many others.

DATE: Monday, January 18, 2010

TIME: 7:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m.

LOCATION: CRIMSON (f/k/a STRATA)
915 Broadway, NYC corner of E 21st Street)

MUSIC: Heavy Hitters, Mister Cee, DJ Scratch (EPMD), DJ Envy,
DJ Self, DJ Goldfinger, DJ Wiz (Kid-N-Play), DJ Snatch-1, DJ Hud,
DJ Will, DJ S&S, DJ Kaos, DJ Norie & Legend Sound

HOSTS: Mona Scott-Young (Monami Mgmt.), Actress Daphnee Duplaix (One Life To Live), Actor Jamie Hector, Angie Martinez, Salt -N- Pepa, Talib Kweli, Doug E. Fresh, Estelle, Egypt, Olivia, Jeff Robinson (MBK Entertainment), Ralph McDaniels (Video Music Box), D-Nice, Jim Jones, Red Cafe, John Starks (NBA), Dana Dane, Slick Rick, Ed Lover, Dres (Black Sheep) and Special Ed

ADMISSION: We request a $10 donation and/or product donation.

100% of the Proceeds/Products will be donated to the Haitian Relief Fund / Yele

When I started watching the film I thought this would be just other documentary a fashion “GOD”. I thought all I would see was the creation of a beautiful line for a fashion show and maybe get to see Mr. Valentino have a few Diva Tantrums. What I did not realize was that I would absolutely fall in love with Mr. Valentino and his wonderful partner in love, life and business Mr. Giancarlo Giammetti and their five fabulous Pugs. I saw this documentary as a love story with a twist of beautiful fashion. It was a surprisingly moving snapshot of the end of an era. I will admit that it made me shred a tear or two when watching Mr. Valentino’s 45 years of fashion being observed by the women and people he’s been dressing for years. To see the reaction of Karl Lagerfield when taken into the Room of Evening gowns helped me understand exactly what the name Valentino means and should mean to women everywhere.

This film was shot between June 2005 and July 2007 and over 250 hours of footage was captured showing Mr. Valentino as true jetsetter, he traveled from his Mansions, went skiing in Gstaad and spent warm days on yachts and still he was able to work on his fashions while Mr. Giancarlo and the Valentino Team planned a massive 3-day extravaganza that cost nearly $20 million, that would commemorate Valentino’s 45th year anniversary in fashion. All the while you get an intimate look at the relationship between Mr. Valentino and Giancarlo. They honestly reminded me of an old, yet absolutely fabulous, married couple from when they argued about where they first met to Giancarlo letting Valentino know he may have been a little “too tan” after one of his interviews. I totally agreed with Giancarlo, Valentino was hitting that Orange Burst tone, but that would literally be my only complaint of the entire 90-minute masterpiece. I believe that the Valentino Fashion House was able to last as long as it did because of the love in this partnership. Not just to each other but to the fashion. Valentino let the world know he just wanted to make the women of the world look beautiful but Mr. Giancarlo the man who handled all the day-to-day business helped Valentino make that dream a reality. I believe they both exposed themselves with a refreshing brutal honesty that comes with years of love and determination to make all of their relationships work. “To be with Valentino as a friend, as a lover, as and employee you need a lot of patience” Is one of the many lines that Mr. Giancarlo stated in one of his interviews and you definitely see the patience that Giancarlo has with Valentino specifically. From calming Valentino down from one of his few rants about the cameras following him to the frustration he showed when putting the finishing touches on the White Ruffled Evening Gown that I fell in love with. Giancarlo always seemed to know exactly what to say to Valentino and this is why I believe They seem to have found a perfect balance between business and personal as well as learned to mix both worlds to work for them. When Mr. Giancarlo stated that in the 45 years that they have been together they have only been apart from each other for maybe 2 months I was simply amazed by that fact but definitely not shocked you can see with the fluid movements of their relationships that Giancarlo is the Yin to Valentino’s Yang. I can only say that this movie inspired my heart to search for that kind of connection that seems like it will last a lifetime.

The conclusion of this movie sadden me because by the end I felt like I was leaving a friend. I felt as though Valentino and Giancarlo were kind enough to let me into their lives to witness genius in action and that they will definitely be a part of my heart and a part of my quest to find a love this divine whether it be with a man or with that lovely White Ruffled Evening gown I know that I am forever changed after experiencing this movie and only can wish that you will come away with the feelings I did.

It’s been a busy week for the Tribeca Retail Club, we’ve mixed mojitos, been cleverly clothed and now we’re gearing up for our big finale on December 22nd.

We’ve got great designers, mojitos, music, and free swag bags for you to wrap the year up with.
Get your dancing shoes on and rsvp to the best shopping and mingling event of the year.

4pm – 10pm
free admission
swag bags
music

Holiday Drinks by Denizen Rum

394 Broadway 4FL
(btw walker and white)
Rsvp

http://www.trc.eventsbot.com

Not sure where I’m wearing this but I know it needs to be hanging in my closet…


This jacket looks fun. Just the thing to sit in the ski lodge drinking hot chocolate with…

That is why SpaSally is throwing free spa parties! This is your chance to try out that spa you have been eyeing but haven’t had a chance to get into. Experience a new spa and fall in love with their services.

Thanksgiving season there is something to really be thankful for: Free spa services!
On Monday November 23 from 12:00pm – 7:00pm celebrate Thanksgiving spa style!

Choose one of the following:

FREE Laser Hair Removal for the Lip, Chin or Underarms
FREE Bikini Line or Eyebrow Wax
FREE Organic Face Mask (Cranberry or Pomegranate)
FREE Pumpkin Pie Foot Scrub
During the spa party, all gift certificates are 30% off; Perfect way to save on Holiday gifts.
And you also get 30% off any treatments you book during the party. (You don’t have to get the treatment right then, just book it.) No appointment necessary, just drop by.

Vada Spa
387 Avenue of the Americas
New York, NY 10014
(212) 206-1572
www.vadaspa.com

Due to the high demand for the party, if we are unable to fit you in that day you will be given a raincheck to come back for your free treatment. Rainchecks can only be given at the spa the day of the party.

This is what greets you when you enter the online world of Honey Bee Couture. Move over Tiffany’s. I’m hoping to see an HBC box (or 12) under my tree this Christmas. Mirror Image Magazine doesn’t like following trends. We much prefer to follow style. Honey Bee Couture (HBC) is the epitome of style.

Each piece of jewelry crafted by HBC is unique. You never have to worry about walking into a room and seeing someone wearing the same thing as you. There are currently four lines in the couture house, Asantewaa (ah-SAN-te-wah), Chobe (Ch-O- bee’), Jewl and M-line. We can’t seem to pick which is out favorite!

HBC is the brain/love child of Melissa Nsiah Ghana/Brooklyn native. It was her hope to bridge both worlds. HBC is the type of adornment that can be featured at any event. It fits in dining with dignitaries, partying with presidents, or shopping with sisters (and everything in between). The jewelry is reminiscent of artwork.

Our current favorites from each collection are:

Asantewaa- Safari Summer
This piece makes us want to head to the Serengeti and get our Safari on. It exudes power and is just plain fierce.

Chobe- Sun Goddess
This might be our favorite. We’re sure once you put it on you too will feel like a sun goddess. The sun in this piece is a reminder of a sunrise in the motherland of Africa.

Jewl-La Princesa

This piece is definitely fit for a princess. It contains a diamond shaped cherry quartz center piece with hand painted fiber glass stones. Said to be inspired by Princess Elizabeth of Toro, the first female East African to be admitted to the English Bar.