I learned the merits of good shapewear as a by-product of working at MODE a few years back. Since then I’ve been as conscious of my innerwear as I have the rest of my wardrobe. After my trip to Blogalicious in October, I officially have a thing for Yummie Tummie—the shapewear developed by Heather Thomson. Now here’s the full disclosure: I got my Lacie and my Undercover Yummie courtesy of the company and The Clever Girls Collective. But let’s just say that I should be paying them for the privilege of keeping my gut in check without any discomfort.

Every now and then I like to highlight someone who always seems to take it to the next level. Someone who doesn’t seem to try very hard, but always stands out. This time that someone is actress, Ms. Zoë Saldana. She has a keen sense of fashion; I’d like to call it sexy with a dash of modesty. I’ve been the biggest fan of hers since she stepped on the scene as Eva Rodriguez in the 2000 dance flick “Center Stage.” Saldana has become a versatile actor, and she not only shows it in her talent but in her wardrobe. Read the full story

Sisters in the spotlight are fashionable— this is evident when we see the red carpet. But what about our Black men? Well, there are some fashionable Black men out there who are representing too. And as Black women, we like to see a little bit of eye candy every once in a while, right? Read the full story

Maybe making someone move when he has been in the “I’m not sure I can commit” zone too long is not such a bad thing. Here’s the catch though, I don’t think most of us prepare for the answers we don’t want to hear. We think putting a foot down will make him move faster, meet our demands, and somehow the real “love” magic will begin. Yeah right. The one thing ultimatums really do is force us to do what we should have done a long time ago; be true to what we really say we want. Read the full story

Black is back…but did it ever go away? When people wear all black, it exudes sexiness on a different level. It’s classy and classic. You just can’t go wrong with it. And if your like Vivica Fox or Nia Long, well chances are you are going to look fab in black too! Read the full story

The fashion spotlight is on comedienne, Mo’Nique. Yes, Mo has transformed herself into a fashion diva! Mo’Nique has become such a fashion trendsetter  that I can’t wait until 11 p.m., every weeknight to see what she’s wearing on her talk show. Along with her 40 pound weight loss, her fashion sense is clearly on another level. It has heads turning, especially mine. Read the full story

Chris Rock’s new documentary, “Good Hair,” finally hit theatres nationwide last weekend, so black women across the country are undoubtedly still discussing the politics of hair. I’ve experienced more than 20 years of hair reinventions, from the 14-inch, layered partial weave I sport today to the two big country plaits my Liberian mother braided into my hair when I was in elementary school. On other occasions, my cousin would make square parts all over my head and make single braids out of my very short, very coarse hair. You probably would’ve mistook me for one of Coolio’s children back then, but my childhood hairstyles never became the source of hot-button debate—my hair was never political. But for 4-year-old Zahara Jolie-Pitt, the adopted daughter of Brad and Angelina, her hair has become as political as the debate over healthcare. Read the full story

It’s all about the boot this season. Boots have become more of an accessory than just footwear. Reinvention is the key. Many sisters have made a statement with their boots. For instance, here are some celebs who have chosen the most fabulous boots to show off their fabulous figure. Read the full story

Okay sisters we know that gray hair is inevitable for most of us. But when it shows up is largely a result of the genetic lottery. If your silver streaks have cropped up before you’re ready to embrace them check out this new challenge from Clairol Professional which dares you to go “From Gray to Gorgeous”. Read the full story

Okay people, if you never were a fan of sitting out in the sun here’s some news that may make you reconsider. It seems that many of us have a lack of Vitamin D. While that in itself may not seem like a big deal that deficiency may lead to variety of things from preterm births to breast cancer, colon cancer (and prostate cancer in men). Do I have your attention now? Read the full story