Having recently watched The September Issue for the first time (save the boos and hisses– i know i’m late),  I’ve gained a different take on the infamous leader of the free (fashion) world, American Vogue Magazine Editor-in-Chief Anna Wintour. Seeing a glimpse into Anna the person, and not Anna the deadpan-straight-business-ice queen-of-Vogue was great. I really feel like she’s a great spirit, and believing that, I want to know more… so why not go see her in person?

Of course I can’t just traipse into the Vogue offices at will (yet), but I (we!) can go see her when she’s out and about, so let’s do it.

Pratt Institute in NYC has  announced that Anna will speak at the school’s Brooklyn campus at Memorial Hall Auditorium on Monday, April 19 at 6 p.m. for a lecture that is free and open to the public.

Seating is limited however, therefore RSVP’s must be made by emailing events@pratt.edu by Tuesday, April 23rd. Media spots are also available (contact Amy Aronoff).

After the lecture, there will also be a question-and-answer session with Anna and who I personally believe is one of the best dressed men in the world: Hamish Bowles, European Editor-At-Large for Vogue.

The fact that it’s on a monday is a bit icky being that I live in DC, but I’m seriously considering a trip to NYC for this.

PNC’s what up!?

AR!

*Update* Now, that I’ve gotten to actually enjoy the video myself I can only say the following. I loved it. This video goes back to what music videos use to be all about-imaginative, visual delights that keep you intrigued from start to finish. The dancing was inventive (and reminiscent of “Thriller”), the acting from Gaga and Beyoncé was refreshingly sarcastic and witty and the visuals were a cinematographers dream. Lady Gaga usually has very crazy and out-there videos, and this one is no different. Great job.

Thoughts?

Cj…

Simply put, I love this song and really like this video.

Cj..

Here’s the video for Teairra Mari’s “Sponsor”

Surprisingly the clip is very polished. It’s a simple video that does what it needs to do for the song and has a nice small twist at the end. I hope this does wonders fro Teairra and the single can continue to pick up because she deserves it. Sucks that Gucci couldn’t be in the video though.

Thoughts?

Cj..

MESHworthy chicks are a sweet mystery. They are candy to the eye while also being provocatively exciting. They are elegantly flawed and effortlessly stylish. Always the object of desire, a MESHworthy chick is admired and hated all at once. Ladies, are you one?

Well, an undeniably MESHworthy chick is talented actress and future mother to my children Zoë Saldana. Yes, I do a post about her nearly every month, but I can’t help it. She’s captivating and her beauty intrigues me. It doesn’t hurt that she is fly and takes risk with her fashion or the fact that she is just plain sexy.

Check out some photos from MESHworthy chick Nicki Minaj’s Fader Magazine shoot.

I’ll never forget how I thought she was a imitation Lil’ Kim when I first heard of her….Oh, how she has changed my mind.

MESHworthy and Oscar worthy (winning!) Mo’Nique did the damn thing and MESH. is proud…Congrats! (Also congrats to Geoffrey Fletcher for being the first African American screenwriter to win an Academy Award).

Here’s until the next batch of the MESHworthy women in life.

Cj..

Tennis superstar, Serena Williams, covers the March 15th weekly issue of Jet Magazine.

Thoughts on the styling?

(pewn) – ->  AR!

Just in time for summer, American designer Tory Burch gives us the Jana Cafton. 100% linen the luxurious white cloth is a great addition to your sunny day wardrobe.

This can go easily over a bathing suit or even with a sun hat and gladiator’s for one’s day dress (swear I didn’t steal, it’s all so cerebral). Bottom line, this one’s a winner. Catch it.

$680 USD

Available HERE

AR!

“100% cotton micro herringbone twill double vented field coat with hidden six button front closure, four front pockets (two flap pockets with button closures and two curved patch pockets just above them), and taped interior seams and shoulder lining. Made in Canada.”

Item: The Wings + Horns Venitle Field Mac Coat.

Purchase: $480 USD Available HERE

AR

One of the cooler blogs i’ve come across in some time, Planet Awesome Kid, is pretty exciting.

It’s a blog dedicated entirely to children’s street style.

(Dress: D&G Kids / Boots: Naturino / Blazer: Jottum / Hat: SAKS )

( Cardigan: Gap Kids / Shirt: Gap Kids / Jeans: Shaun White for Target / Shoes: Faded Glory )

Fresh.

Have some more awesomeness HERE

AR!

It is incredibly hard to believe that the Grammy nominated ‘it’ boy rapper Drake is just releasing his first single for his debut album. I want his publicist. He is already a big name in the game and has yet to drop his debut Thank Me Later. His debut single (although he has had plenty of other singles) is called “Over” and is a great opener for his album. Filled with live instruments, the Boi-1Da produced track has Drake doing his trademark mix of rapping and singing. I like it and can see it doing very well (I mean it’s Drake afterall).

[Download Here]

“Oh that’s right….I’m doing me!”

Thoughts?

Cj..

“Rude Boy” is perhaps the best track off Rihanna’s current effort Rated R. The fun song is infectious and the island feel is natural for Rihanna and her vocals. Here’s a fun performance of the song at the Echo Awards. The robots in it are interesting haha.

Her performance abilities keep on improving, good for her.

Cj..

The Romona Dress by Blaque Label (not to be confused with Blac Label)

$86 USD

Available HERE

AR

Teairra Mari’s “Sponsor” just might be the break she needs to push her career back into motion. I have been jamming the tracks for several months now and it’s good to see it is starting to do well on the charts. The video for the single will be releasing soon but until then check out the behind the scenes clip.

Cj..

*Warning: Crack music is in this post*

Admittedly, when I saw the track listing for Usher’s album Raymond vs. Raymond (releasing March 26th) had a song called “Mars vs. Venus”, I raised my eyebrow. I couldn’t help but to immediately think of Jay-Z’s “Venus vs. Mars”. So when I discovered that the track leaked, my curiosity nearly forced me to give it a listen. I’m so glad I did. The song is amazing. I won’t talk to much about it, just download it.

Although it has mostly been leaked, Usher’s album is shaping up to be a really great effort. I can’t wait to get my hand on the entire disc. I’m not sure he will ever have another Confessions, but Raymond vs. Raymond will be another great disc from the R&B superstar.

[Download Here]

THOUGHTS?

Cj..

Outlandish snowboard boots aside, Pharrell Williams is just too cool for school.

He’s sitting on the new chair he designed. Hmm…interesting.

Cj..

Sade has the number one album in the country. She also has snagged the cover of the April issue of Ebony Magazine.

She looks gorgeous.

Cj..

Two interesting songs were released over the weekend. One from “American Boy” singer Estelle the other a leak from everyone’s favorite idol, Fantasia Barrino-proving just how freaky each can be.

Estelle’s “Freak” is a great track but the accompanying video does little for me. Why is she so dark in the video with those loud pink lips? That doesn’t read as ‘flattering’ to me. But either way check it out.

Fantasia’s “Control Freak” is certified crack music and I’ve been playing it on repeat all week. The sensual tune has Fantasia’s trademark raw and raspy vocals milking the seductive track. I hope she can offer more tracks that bump as hard as this one for her upcoming album.

[Download here]

Cj..

Okay the song does little for me but this video had me cracking up. Lil’ Jon is a hot mess.

QUE!?

Cj..

Marsha Ambrosius is a rare gem. Her vocals are so soft and inspiring while her music sings to the heart. If you didn’t already know she is going solo leaving behind her Floetry days. Her debut album will be titled Late Nights & Early Morning and releases at the end of this year. Here’s a treat for Marsha lovers…her short and sweet mixtape Yours Sincerely.

[Download Here]

Cj..

The Love Experience and Love Behind the Melody are effortlessly soulful masterpieces from singer Raheem DeVaughn. They both spoke to a sincere and organic form of R&B. They both had their own identities yet fit the mastermind of Raheem’s artistry. They both are two of my favorite albums.

A lot of people aren’t aware that next week Raheem will be releasing his third studio album The Love & War Masterpiece (March 2). I must admit I am very apprehensive about the album. I’m not a fan of most of the leaks I’ve heard including his current single “Bulletproof” though I must keep faith in Raheem DeVaughn’s artistry. I am previewing the album now and there are some promising tracks and I will just have to wait until hearing the entire album to determine if it lives up to its predecessors. I will try to give a full review for this one and I hope Raheem brings it, the man truly creates magic with his music.

Are you guys interested in Raheem DeVaughn’s next album?

Cj..