Famous Black Couples
Fave Couples of All Time
- Fave Couples of All Time
12 Usher & Tameka Raymond
Certainly marriage is not always a walk in the park, but for Usher Raymond and Tameka Foster, there was high drama before the wedding. Yet, against the odds, the May-December relationship,who wed in August 2007 (he 29,she 36) seems to show no signs of fatigue. Last November, they welcomed their son, Usher Raymond V into the world. (Photo by Johnny Nunez, WireImage.com) - Fave Couples of All Time
11 LisaRaye & Michael Misick
No need to pester Disney for a Black princess -- we've got a real live one from the South Side of Chicago. Who cares that actress LisaRaye McCoy became the First Lady of Turks & Caicos, when she married the Premier of the island nation? Details, details. Princess! The two were wed in a lavish event in 2006. (Photo by Rick Diamond, WireImage.com) - Fave Couples of All Time
10 Martin Luther & Coretta Scott King
The truth of it is that a young preacher from Atlanta finds his lovely lady in wait from Alabama and they marry in 1953. The fact that they came to change the world was icing on the cake. Theirs was a union that must have been tested -- bombed homes, great separations, four children to feed. Through it all they were the epitome of courage and dignity. In this 1956 photo, a young Martin is welcomed with a kiss by Coretta after leaving court in Montgomery.(Photo by Gene Herrick, AP Photo) - Fave Couples of All Time
9 Nas & Kelis
Talk about a ride or die chick. If your man takes a controversial stand, why not you too???? And so Nasir and Kelis Jones came to the 50th Annual Grammy Awards with the N-Word spilled all over them like Hennessey. This also just happens to be the name of Nas' next album. The eccentric singer and critically acclaimed rapper have been married since 2005. (Photo by Arnold Turner, WireImage.com) - Fave Couples of All Time
8 Colin & Alma Powell
Former U.S. Secretary of State Colin Powell wed Alma Johnson in 1962, while he was stationed in Massachusetts. Some say that Alma, the Alabama born audiologist, held his career back; she always remained adamant about his safety and the time politics would take from them. The two retirees are now actively involved in the The Colin & Alma Powell Legacy Campaign with America's Promise, a charity for children. The Powells themselves have three children and three grandchildren.(Photo by Paul Hawthorne, Getty Images) - Fave Couples of All Time
7 Samuel Jackson & Latanya Richardson
When we saw Latanya Richardson at Kai Milla's Fall 2008 fashion show, it was like Jay said -- the rock on her finger was like a TUMOR. Upon closer inspection, the so very down to earth Miss Jackson revealedthat the many, many diamonds surrounding the rockiest were all gems Samuel had given her over the years. ''These two were the first pair of diamond earrings that Samuel gave me,'' she beamed. The Morehouse-Spelman couple have been married since 1980 and have a daughter, Zoe. (Photo by Maury Phillips, WireImage.com) - Fave Couples of All Time
6 Creflo & Taffi Dollar
Being married to a highly visible preacher can be likened to being married to a rock star. There is notoriety, fortune, fans. But Taffi and Creflo Dollar, both ministers, both with unique names, seem to handle it all with aplomb. They truly seem in love, with Creflo mentioning Taffi often in his sermons. Dollar's first son, who is white, was adopted when he and Taffi were engaged. The Dollars now have five children together. (Photo by: World Changers Church International) - Fave Couples of All Time
5 Grant Hill & Tamia
The vow through sickness and in health must have taken on new meaning when beautiful Canadian songstress Tamia was diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis in 2005. This is the real test of a marriage, and she and Grant Hill have made it clear that they are fighting together. The attractive couple, who were reportedly introduced by Anita Baker, have been married for almost nine years. Last August, Tamia gave birth to her second baby girl, Lael Rose.(Johnny Nunez, WireImage.com) - Fave Couples of All Time
4 Rev. Run & Justine Simmons
Meet me at the altar in your white dress...Who could forget the remix video to 'Let's Get Married' where Reverend Run and wife, a young Justine Simmons, danced together at the wedding reception? As the hip-hop generation's Healthcliff and Claire Huxtable on the MTV ''reality'' show, 'Run's House,' we have laughed with Rev. Run and his family and cried when they lost their youngest member last year. The Simmons' have recently adopted a baby girl which brings their beautiful brood to six. (Photo by Thos Robinson/Getty Images) - Fave Couples of All Time
3 Barack & Michelle Obama
Stand by your man, or behind him in this case. Democratic presidential hopeful Sen. Barack Obama gets real love from his equally accomplished wife Michelle before the New Hampshire presidential primary on Jan. 8, 2008.The couple met at a law firm (she was his boss) and have been married since 1992. They have two daughters, Malia and Natasha. (Photo by Stephan Savoia, AP Photo)
Sexy Looks for Love
- Sexy Looks for Love
The Sexpot
Sexpots love to be the center of attention especially in the boudoir where their naughty attitudes and risque lingerie go hand in hand. Their undergarments have a tendency of revealing more skin and less fabric. Shop for these friskykittens at Agent Provocateur, a lingerie boutique made especially for your sexy gal or guy. (Photo: Corbis) - Sexy Looks for Love
The Fashionista/o
Looking good and feeling good extends to the fashionista's knickers. They care very little about comfort, and ease is not readily found in their vocab. They are however, concerned with the look of their lingerie. The fashionista loves trendy undergarments that will not only compliment their outer garments but will also match the mood they are in that day. Shop for your fickle fashion girl or guy at Henri Bendel. (Photo: Donn Thompson, Getty Images) - Sexy Looks for Love
The Simpleton
Simpletons want effortless lingerie that can easily come on and off without the use of complicated pins, clips, bows, ties and what nots. Little use of lace and extracted extras are perfect lingerie options for our uncomplicated Simpletons. Shop at Eres for streamlined lingerie. (Photo: Corbis) - Sexy Looks for Love
The Avant Garde
For the Avant Garde, their lingerie is distinctive from common bra/panty sets and boxers or briefs. With the use of crystals or beading and asymmetrical cuts the Avant Garde wants to own lingerie that is different and they want to be indifferent to their different lingerie. They care only for the unconventional look anything else would simply be passe. Shop at Lingerie on Lex. (Photo: Getty Images) - Sexy Looks for Love
The Intellectual
The intellectual adores undergarments that are almost as smart as they are. Their lingerie must have a clever structural design and fit their shape perfectly, as well as serve a specific purpose of holding, smoothing or exaggerating parts of the body. Shop for your smart ass at Catriona MacKechnie. (Photo: Getty Images) - Sexy Looks for Love
The Artist
The Artist's use of imagination in their art studio is conveyed in their choice of lingerie. Bring forth the flowers, add more lace, and give them three different types of fabric on their lingerie and the Artists will be satisfied. Ahhhhhhh!!! Shop for your art lover at Kiki de Montparnasse. (Photo: Getty Images) - Sexy Looks for Love
The Dominatrix
Leather, pleather, and latex are key fabrics that will keep this dominatrix happy or should we say angry, very, very angry. Cotton is a no-no. Frills are for wimps and white is just not right. Shop for your aggressive Dominatrix at Dick and Kitty by mychael knight. (Photo: Getty Images) - Sexy Looks for Love
The Demure
Sweet, sweet Demures. Every night with the Demures is like their wedding night. Not only do they want modest lingerie, but they crave class as well. Our shy Demures can shop at Only Hearts to relive or fulfill wedding night bliss. (Photo: Jupiter Images)
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Painting models' face brown or black, or contemporary blackface, has become quite commonplace in recent fashion TV shows and editorials.Paris Vogue painted model Lara Stone a deep bronze for their October issue:
Tyra Banks then followed suit, shooting her newbie contestants as various races for an 'America's Next Top Model' Shoot :
And finally, V Magazine topped them all with Sasha Pivovarova in blackface in their November Issue:
It seems that the fashion elites are collectively resorting to face paint for their avant garde editorials.
While Paris Vogue came under fire for their photos, Tyra Banks and V Magazine haven't been criticized. It also begs the question: If African-American mogul Tyra Banks is painting people other races for purposes of artistic expression, is the practice truly racially insensitive?
What do you think of this new fashion trend? Are people simply being too sensitive...and missing the inherent beauty in skin painting? Or are the people doing the skin painting remiss in ignoring the historical implications of blackface?
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Right before Halloween, Moet Hennessy invited me and a short list of twenty nine other journalists to come and taste their brand new cocktail, Black Masquerade, featuring Hennessy's new mixable cognac. The drinks were delicious, the vibe festive and the guests charming.
But nothing really compared to the event's co-host , model and actress Eva Marcille (formerly Eva Pigford), who was there with her equally stunning fiance, actor Lance Gross. I know just what you are thinking: " What did they look like in person?" Just as beautiful as they do in pictures! Even more, Eva, who was decked out in sky-high platform heels, wide-leg light blue jeans and a beautifully draped tan blouse (with a daring scoop back), turned out to be more of a fashionista than I'd imagined.
Naturally, I had to scoop her up for my weekly style questionnaire. Read our one-on-one interview after the jump.
What brands can't you live without?Christian Louboutin, Yves Saint Laurent and Giuseppe Zanotti.
What's your everyday bag?
Those change all the time. One day it could be an oversized Baboushka Gucci bag, another a Chanel clutch. But because I'm usually in L.A., I don't have to carry a big bag most of the time.
Stacked wedge or stiletto heel?
Stiletto!
Tailored blazer or leather jacket?
Leather jacket!
Why is fashion important?
It's everything!
What one item is going to be in heavy rotation in your wardrobe this season?
Oooh, these Louboutins I just bought! They have pops of purple and blue! I haven't even worn it yet!
Any advice for BV's fashionista readers?
Stay current! In fashion - and really life in general - those who succeed aren't necessarily better than those who don't - they are just better informed.
Read more from Zandile on her daily fashion blog, The Blay Report.
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You bought the wig, searched the accessories and even sprung for the expensive make up you knew you'd only use just this once. But, just when you thought you served up the best Halloween costume, Hollywood did you one better. From the Simmons sisters to Nick Cannon and Mariah Carey, some celebs went all out this Halloween.Nick and Mariah kind of confuse me. Is it just me or aren't they wearing what they always do? As of late, Cannon always seems to be wearing a suit and Carey (since '96) always seems to be wearing ...nothing.
Ditto Selita Ebanks who is giving us the same look - and cornrowed hairstyle - that we've seen in the past.
Rihanna and her bff Coco T(did you know they knew each other?) used the season as the reason to do what they always do: wear very little clothing. I get the whole sex appeal thing, but is it just me or did the concept of them being Tigger (from Winnie the Pooh) and catwoman (?) get totally lost in translation?
On the other Angela Simmons' costume (pictured on the right) offered something different from her usual look. I can't actually figure out if she is a mouse or a French maid, and, while it was silly, it was totally sexy too.
Teyana Taylor, one of my favorite music artists at the moment, echoes the whole silly thing, but it's just not as sweet. What exactly is she? Are they? Is this? We're thinking Sheneneh from 'Martin,' but one can never be sure...
But Terrence J, co-host of BET's 106 & Park, totally took the cake as Lil Wayne. For a second there, I actually thought that was Young Weezy I was staring at.
I wish singer Tyrese could have been more impressive. I get his costume, but I don't get why he chose it. Who was your fave?
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KIM KARDASHIAN COSTUME? Tyra Banks went there! She dressed up as the reality star on a recent taping of her talk show. We think she nailed it! [PopCrunch]
BABY ITS COLD OUTSIDE: So why not get a hot deal? From JCPenney to Bluefly, find the top five winter coats under $100. [Budget Fashionista]
TEYANNA TALKS: The music artist spills the beans on virginity, watching Jimmy Neutron and her friendship with Chris Brown. I'ts a juicy interview, to say the least. She also talks about her new lip gloss line, DOPELIPS, which debuts in 2010. [Egypt Says So]
CUTE KID Rapper Kid Cudi gets grown and sexy for GQ Magazine's Gentleman's Ball. We're very into the sophisticated get up on the street style icon. [The YBF]
FAB FASHIONISTAS The search for America's most stylish blogger continues! Cast your vote for which fashion blogger walks the walk as well as they talk the talk. [Stylist]
MILITANT MONICA The R&B singer confuses the fashion crowd in a coat thats a dress or a dress thats a coat...or is it a coat dress? See it for yourself.[ Go Fug Yourself]
STREET WALKING .....would be kind of impossible in these Alexander McQueen "Armadillo"shoes. [The Blay Report]
HOLIDAY DRESSES Those office parties are right around the corner, so it's never too late to start. Check out Kate Moss' amazing Holiday collection for TopShop. [Jeremy Dante]
RAE LOOKS RADIANT After a much-deserved hiatus, Corrine Bailey Rae appeared on the Q Awards red carpet looking super fab. [Red Carpet Fashion Awards]
CUTIE CONTEST The search for America's most stylish blogger continues! Cast your vote for which fashion blogger walks the walk as well as they talk the talk. [Stylist]
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