There were SO many amazing makeup releases in 2009, it was really difficult to narrow down this list. Like, really difficult. I spent quite a while playing with makeup researching the best of the best for this post. I hope it helps to inform your next purchase, or at the very least let you know…
Beauty
The Straight Dope, From Doe Deere
When I had the opportunity to talk with Doe Deere, also known as Xenia, the creator of controversial cosmetics brand Lime Crime, I was both excited and hesitant. Excited because her makeup brand has a lot of buzz around it right now — Lime Crime is featured in the November issue of Nylon magazine, and…
Artist Summit Weekend = AMAZING!
This Columbus Day Weekend, Chicago was the place to be. If you love makeup and beauty the way that I do, it was a weekend to treasure. The Powder Group rolled into town for the Artist Summit — a veritable who’s who of makeup artists, brands, and professionals in the field. And we kicked things…
Beauty Tips For Q-Tips
Sometimes I use them dry. Sometimes I use them wet. Depends on what look I’m going for. Doesn’t matter the method — either way Q-Tips are must-have beauty essentials. I do have a battalion of makeup brushes, but still I reach for the familiar brand name cotton swab, when it’s time for a quick eye-makeup…
Latest, Greatest Drugstore Buys
Bellas on a budget! I hear your cry. Your wallet is thin and your product stashes are running low. What can you get that’s new, amazingly effective, awesome, and AFFORDABLE? Afrobella’s got your back! Here are some of the latest, greatest products I have been lucky enough to review, all available on the cheap at…
Who Did It Better – Marge or Darine?
By now you may have heard the news — Playboy is shaking things up and featuring Marge Simpson on the magazine’s cover, to commemorate 20 years of The Simpsons. But did you know that the provocative cover was meant to be an homage? Yes indeed — Marge Simpson’s pose pays tribute to the October 1971…
New York Fashion Week – Day 4 (Almost Done!)
I meant to post this diary all in one go, but in all honesty? I got NYFW’d OUT. The coverage on my blog and every other blog felt overwhelming and life came calling…so I took a break. But now I’m back to recap those last two whirlwind days of my first Fashion Week. Y’all ready?…
Farewell, Prescriptives – Love You Forever
Being the generally optimistic person that I am, I want to believe that makeup options for women of color are becoming better and better. There are more and more upcoming boutique brands catering to our skin’s unique needs, and even the mainstream brands have expanded their color palettes over the years. Then you get news…
Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Day #2
Hey bellas! Computer issues and being on the go kept me away from blogging this weekend. But now I’m back (and still in NYC for the moment) to recap my last few days of Mercedes-Benz New York Fashion Week. On to day 2! I had heard horror stories about picking up credentials at the Bryant…
Who’s The Fairest? (I Am!)
Not to sound conceited (hopefully you know by now that is not how I roll) — but I’ve got some GREAT news to shout to the world! Yours truly is honored to be part of an all star team of beauty bloggers on a brand new site. Who’s The Fairest is the blog for beauty…