Friday, July 16, 2010

Talking Glam With Glamm CEO: Your Summer, Your Way (MakeUp Edition)




Being attentive to the latest make-up trends will not only benefit you as being trendy, but it CAN'T be topped on any given day! 2010 summer makeup ideas are filled with individuality and style and match the season perfectly as summer exudes excitement ,joy and electricity, characteristics which help install very good mood factors:


The retro inspired makeup trend is based on pastels, vivid colors that bring sheer happiness such as green, blue, purple, orange and pink. Whether electric or soft these colors will help you enhance your natural beauty and make you look like a breath of fresh air.

Don't be afraid to combine different colors to get a more funk-a-licious look as long as you have a great sense of color coordination, making sure the colors work well with each other.

Keep the eyelashes simply coated with a brown or black colored mascara for an elegant look as you don't want to over do it and your cheekbones enhanced with a delicate shade of your favorite blush. To complete your look apply a nudelipstick or lip gloss and look fabulous!

Another great way to enhance your beauty is using a vintage style makeup with a little bit of a modernized twist. Attracting attention to your best facial features has never been easier than with this style of make up as the eyes and the mouth are a women's most seductive weapons so these are the facial features you will have to give most of the attention to.

For example: apply a soft shade of eyeshadow such as lavender and a bloody red lipstick on your gorgeous lips, top your eyelashes with one coat of mascara and you will look fabulous.

The softness of the eyeshadow will be balanced by the boldness of the lipstick so you will have a glammed makeup look in an instant. One thing that should never ever be forgotten and a thing that will always make your makeup stand out is the base.

Concentrate to receive a flawless skin complexion using makeup as there are a variety of cosmetic products available today on the market. Make sure the cosmetics match your specific skin type and that they are applied properly to receive a flawless appearance. Nothing can top gorgeous looking skin and paired with great makeup one can look outstanding.

Glamazon MakeupTip: Test your skills and learn how to apply the makeup to suit your needs and you will most definitely be bombarded with compliments from men and women alike.

Be inventive, be creative, and most importantly be YOU! Hope to see you looking fab on the streets of NY!

Love and fabulosity,


Glamm

Your Summer, Your Way: Shape Up NYC

It's another wonderful day to be a Fabulous New York woman!

Summer is here along with the dread of feeling less than fabulous with less clothes on. She's So New York wants to stress the importance of maintaining healthy habits and not just for the purpose of fitting in those short shorts. It's important to maintain a balanced diet and regular excercise as it helps with maintaining a healthy mind, body and spirit.


 

"Shape Up NYC," a FREE program catering to all in the Tri-state area, was created to provide New Yorkers with accessible free fitness classes in locations across the five boroughs. Starting May 17, Shape Up NYC classes are taught by expert fitness instructors with varied programs to choose from, including aerobics, yoga, pilates and zumba. No pre-registration is required, so just find the location in your neighborhood and start to Shape Up today.


For more information and where to find a location near you: http://www.nycgovparks.org/sub_things_to_do/programs/shape_up_ny/shape_up_ny.html


We'll see you on the beach ladies and maybe in a class near you!


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Thursday, July 15, 2010

One To Watch: King Britt

By: ND McCray, Music Editor

Every Thursday, She's So New York unleashes it's "One to Watch" series, where we debut the latest and greatest music from the ladies and gentlemen of the Big Apple and beyond!



Though I have a great affinity for 70s/80s R&B, funk and soul, house music is the bastard stepchild I’ve grown to love. Having said all of that Intricate Beauty is the latest from King Britt, a Philly-based DJ/producer (and former DJ for 90s hip hop pioneers Digable Planets) who’s become known for his downtempo-hiphop-infused-jazz-influenced grooves. And on Intricate Beauty he showcases some sweet gems as well.



Britt received a Pew Fellowship in the Arts award in 2007. Pew Fellowships in the Arts awards grants of $60,000 to Philadelphia-area artists working in a wide variety of performing, visual, and literary disciplines.

Recommended tracks: “Blackhand Side” and “Nightlife”.

Other releases you might like: Blue Six, Noesis and Yameen, Never Knows More.

Wanna be featured in our "One to Watch," series? Send us your music, bio, and pics to besonewyork@gmail.com!

Spotlight On: The Big Girl Movement, Inc.

"SpotLight On," is She's So New York's weekly segment highlighting the movers and shakers of the Big Apple. These women are prolific and refuse to be restricted. They go the extra mile to live out their dreams while sharing their talents with the world. Today we feature The Big Girl Movement, Inc. a group of women determined to teach the world that size does not determine sexy, while helping plus sized girls everywhere learn how to love themselves and LIVE sexy. They are beautiful and SOOOO New York!

The Big Girl Movement, Inc. is a organization of positive determined women striving to make a difference in the plus size world. They are here to enforce that being 'phat' is in fact not a beauty disadvantage, but a beauty mark They represent plus women in a distinctive positive manner. Here at BGM (Big Girls Movement), diversity plays a very important role and they want women to know that you shouldn't try to replicate anyone else but yourself - every women is beautiful in their own way regardless of what people may think. You should accept yourself flaws and all!

BGM doesn't try to fit in to the "loop" of things going on inside the plus size community - they choose to instead set new trends. They provide access to things that more women can relate to, verses things that people see on TV. The fact is, being plus size is the one thing in this day and age that's not going anywhere.
They want to show women all over the world that you too have a voice in this world and if you feel your voice isn't being heard - they will speak for you!


The Big Girl's Movement's goal is to be the face ,body, spirit, sexiness and the charisma of women all over the world who aren't strong enough to hold those things together for themselves and are essentially giving the average plus sized girl that is less than confident, their lives back TODAY!


For every plus size woman who have trouble embracing her curves and loving herself, for every plus size women who was ashamed to step foot outside her house, for every plus size women across the world who has ever had any type of self esteem issue - today is a new day!

For more information on BGM, hit up their NING network, as well as their facebook page!

Should the Spotlight Be On You? Send us your info to besonewyork@gmail.com!

Introducing: The Trend Report!

Whether you're clueless about the latest fashion trends, or just want to stay in the know, She's So New York's latest addition to the team, Tiny shows you the ins and outs of the hottest accessories and more on "The Trend Report!"

This summer it’s all about color!  Exotic vibrant colors, gem tones, Purple, Green, Pink, Yellow, Blue, red. From hair bows to shoes - everything is in living color. But, don’t sleep on black! The classic, sophisticated, sexy black hasn't been intimidated by all these colors. As far as summer 2010 styles goes, here are some of this summer’s hottest trends


BOOTIE SANDALS
Since this special style does not have a specific name. Its a mixture of a bootie and a peep toe sandal. Everyone is rocking them!They are best paired with mini skirt, shorts, skinny jeans or boyfriend jeans! 
  
DENIM FASHION
 Nowadays a jean jacket with staple piece is trendy that every girl should has one. Skinny jeans, especially with light colors are must-have outfits for this summer. You can combine them with mostly everything & get a chic appearance.
FLORAL PRINT
No! It’s no longer our grannies pattern, we can see its renewal. One of my fav prints this summer. Ladies please be careful with this one, not all floral prints are your friend. Find the print that works well with your body shape and skin tone.


THE CLOG
They’re baaaaaaaaacck! Clogs are here this summer. It's hard to believe that this hated shoes are coming back. If you are bold enough and love to try different styles, go for this trend.


Black and White
Together these two colors make a mean team. For a simple clean look, you can always go to Black and white and its no longer limited to just clothing.


Every Week, Tiny gives you the latest info on the hottest trends hitting the runway and she's showing you how to do it YOUR way! Have any questions for our fashionista? Send them to besonewyork@gmail.com

Wednesday, July 14, 2010

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On tonight's show, Tionna Smalls of the hit VH1 Show "What Chilli Wants" is in the building!

The Divas will be asking the question: "Do Successful Relationships exist in 2010?"

They'll be discussing The-Dream and Christina Milian, Mel Gibson, and Chad OchoCinco: The Ultimate Catch!

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Summer Grooves: Classic Summer Songs

Everyone knows it isn't summer until you hear that classic summertime song. Here at She's So New York, we are sharing with you some of our favorite "Summer in the Big Apple" tunes. Share with us your favorites too!


Maze ft. Frankie Beverly - Before I Let Go

Ok... EVERY PERSON in NEW YORK CITY KNOWS THE WORDS TO THIS SONG! It's sung at every BBQ, every family reunion/function - it's one of those classics that will never die. Sing along, you know you want to (especially when Frankie breaks it down).. Sing those high notes!!


Gwen McCrae- Funky Sensation

Yes, let the funk consume you. This is a classic soul groove that will never die!


DJ Jazzy Jeff & The Fresh Prince- Summertime

Ok, Even if you've never stepped foot in the NYC, EVERYONE knows this song! It's one of those classic summer staples right along with a charcoal grill and your favorite family members.


LL Cool J. - Doin It Well

Every sweaty summer party plays this banger from Ladies Love Cool James. Who doesn't love (or know the entire words to) this song?


Mary J. Blige - Real Love

AH.. Classic Mary that screams summer heat and cute girls/guys. Can't go wrong with one of the many hits songs from her debut album.


The Notorious B.I.G. - One More Chance

Anyone who saw this video WISHED they partied along with Mary J. Blige, Faith Evans, Jermaine Dupri, Zhane - this video showcases the hottest of the hot in an era that alot of us miss. This song is classic and more than just a summer tune. Rest in Peace Biggie!


Michael Jackson- Wanna Be Starting Something

Because what would this playlist be without the King of Pop? This is one of the MANY summer songs Michael left us with and we are forever grateful for his legacy. We DARE you not to dance to this groove!!

What songs did we leave out from this dance party? Send us your favorite summer ready classic songs to besonewyork@gmail.com!


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Summer Album Review: Kelis "Fleshtone"

Kelis, Flesh Tone (A&M)

By: ND McCray, Music Editor

Kelis’ fifth album is remarkedly impressive. If you’ve followed the alternative soul and pop diva’s career since her 1999 debut Kaleidoscope, on through Tasty (2003) and Kelis Was Here (2006) along with lead singles “Caught Out There”, “Milkshake” and “Bossy”, respectively --then you know to come to expect the unexpected with the Harlem-bred songtress. Especially on this year’s electro-pop fave that is Flesh Tone.

Opening with strong electronic synths that set the tone of the record, it’s an album, in my humble opinion, she was born to make. It’s for the club set, the dance party, the riding-in-the-car-heading-to-the-beach summertime record; it is Euro-pop at is bloody best!



Recommended tracks: “Intro”, “4th of July (Fireworks)”(seen above), and of course the David Guetta-produced “Acapella” (below).



Other releases you might like: Scissor Sisters, Nightwork and Sam Sparro, Sam Sparro.

What summer albums are you listening to? Send us your suggestions to besonewyork@gmail.com