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Beyonce and Jay Z out-and-about in New York City on August 4th, 2008.

Alicia Keys wears her Barack Obama T-Shirt while at The Black Ball, July 10, 2008.

Halle Berry left a shopping center in Century City today proclaiming her love for Barack Obama via t-shirt with one that read Barack The Vote July 29, 2008.

Eva Pigford models the "Sunshine" Barack Tee priced $25 available at www.barackthevote.com

LisaRaye McCoy proudly shows her support for Barack Obama while out-and-about in Beverly Hills, California.

There is no excuse ladies. The countdown is on and whatever your political affiliations you must register to vote. Fear not. Registering doesn't take more than a few minutes of your time. Visit http://www.rockthevote.com/ to fill out the simple form. You'll need a printer to print out the form once you've filled it out electronically. Note that your "ID Number" is either your driving license or social security number. If you don't have either, put a zero in the field and you can proceed by clicking "Prepare Form". You must, however, indicate that you have neither a driving license or social security number on the paper form you print out. Then all you have to do is send it to the appropiate address and you're done!

For those of us who are not citizens (I'm British), we'll be showing our support via the ultimate statement - Fashion! Make like the ladies above and wear your point-of-view proudly across your chest. See below for where to buy the coolest Obama tees.

Get Your Game Face On!

Tyra Banks and Beyonce attend the New York Knicks vs New Jersey Nets Game on April 16, 2007.

Nia Long attending the Philadelphia 76ers vs New York Knicks Game on April 4, 2007 at Madison Square Garden in New York City.

Alicia Keys attends the Minnesota Timberwolves vs. New York Knicks Game at Madison Square Garden on New York City, April 6, 2007.

Tichina Arnold during the LA stars celebrity all star charity weekend celebrity and NBA all star game at USC Galen Center on August 5, 2007 in Los Angeles, California.

Watching the game on television is all good and well, but nothing beats courtside seats and another opportunity to flaunt your stellar wardrobe. Better yet, if you’re on a date why not show your potential lover that you can do cute and still be “down” with the game knowledge. What man doesn’t want a lady who knows the names, history and stats of all her favorite players while still rocking three inch stilettos? Those of us who are single can bring the girls along and ogle the players. Either way it’s a win-win situation! See below for courtside looks.

Alicia Covers Uptown Magazine…

Alicia Keys looks flawless on the latest cover of Uptown Magazine and the additional editorial photos inside. If you've never heard of this magazine before it is very much for those who are “living well,” but I like it. I think this is only their fourth issue. The magazine is available in electronic format, so click here to start reading her interview and to see the other pics.

Credit: Juicy News for photos.

Style on the Go…

Nia Long with her son Massai (not pictured) in Beverley Hills on Monday, August 13th, 2007.

Mel B. leaving live taping of Larry King with her lawyer Gloria Allred August 9th, 2007.

Rosario Dawson in Rockefeller Plaza after appearing on NBC's "The Today Show” August 6th, 2007.

Alicia Keys arriving at a special screening of 'The Nanny Diaries' August 13, 2007, at Cinemas 123 in New York City.

Nia Long was spotted yesterday shopping it up at Kitson in L.A. with her son Massai (not pictured). She’s such a natural beauty who looks flawless dressed up or dressed down. Not too sure about the head scarf but we all have those days when our hair isn’t quite as it should be and we just want to run out and get something… I‘m not mad at that.

Melanie Brown of the reignited Spice Girls (I’m not even going to front, I’m excited about the reunion!) has been keeping herself busy by airing out her dirty laundry. While I’m not quite sure where we are with the whole is-he-or-isn’t-he-the-father saga, baby mama drama hasn’t looked this good since…. Well, NEVER! Mel B. is working that dress. No comment on her lawyer Gloria Allred’s outfit. We can’t all be rich and cute. Moving on…

Rosario Dawson made a special appearance at “The Today Show” last week looking relaxed and effortlessly put together. I love the yellow flats paired with the turquoise patterned dress and charcoal wrap. I wish she would do something more interesting with her hair. Rosario has six movies coming out over the next year so we’ll be seeing plenty of her in the future.

Now I’m not feeling Alicia Keys dress and pumps at all but she does look beautiful. Whoever does her hair and make-up is always on point. Gold star to them, but her stylist deserves a beat-down. The cut of this dress is flattering but cheetah print, stockings, and purple pumps don’t belong together. She tries…

Alicia Keys

Alicia Keys posing during an appearance on BET's 106 & Park to promote “Smokin’ Aces” last month in New York City.

Alicia Keys’ weight fluctuates more than unstable shares on the stock market. If she doesn’t have an upcoming project than she tends to be a lot fuller but either way she never fails to look flawless. Take this ensemble for example. Satin or silk can be very unflattering therefore you need to be in shape to pull most dresses off in these materials. Alicia Keys looks flirty ‘n’ fun in this cute mini-dress teamed with knee-highs. And to spice things up don’t forget your fishnet tights ;)

Steal Alicia’s Style

Dress: Tunic Dress with Bib Front, $80, www.topshop.com

Boots: Round Toe High Leg Boot, $190, Topshop
Necklaces: Find It In Your Necklace, $14 & Lincolnshire Pearled Coin Necklace, $10, both from www.alltherageonline.com
Tights: Levante Fishnet Tights, $9.49, www.mytights.com

The boots are only available in the Topshop store so U.S. readers will not be able to get them but you can easily find an alternative. Wear with a short necklace and a longer pendant. I’m loving pendants right now, H&M has a good and cheap selection of pendants.

Play Dress-Up... with your Hair!

Alicia Keys dresses up her braids with hair jewelry and sequins.

Tracie from MTV's 8th & Ocean (remember that?!), wearing a gorgeous metallic coin headband.

Sienna Miller at the Moet & Chandon Fashion Tribute award at the biennial awards ceremony recognising excellence in the fashion industry, during London Fashion Week, 2005 in London.

Naomi Campbell in the Spring/Summer 2004 campaign wearing a vintage-inspired butterfly clip.

I’ve recently come to the realization that I’m not a jewelry person. I have the odd ring, staple earrings and bunch of necklaces but other than that my money goes directly to shoes each season. I will however make an exception for hair jewelry this spring. I LOVE the idea of wearing a headband on your forehead (Sienna) or individual jewels in your hair (Alicia). Whether you’re hair is relaxed, natural, braided or in a weave, there’s something out there to celebrate your luscious locs. When you’ve found the perfect adornment head to AfroBella for some expert hair tips!

The Eyes Have It…

Inner & Outer Corners: Both Nia Long and Alicia Keys chose to concentrate their eye shadow color in the inner and outer corners of their eyes respectively.

Under the Eye: Ashanti and Rihanna prefer to leave their top eyelids bare and let their bottom lids do the talking.

Top Eyelid: Christina Milian and Jada Pinkett-Smith prefer the conventional approach and opt for color above the eye.

Smoky Eyes: Garcelle Beauvais and Kerry Washington perfect their red carpet pose with smoky eyes and nude lips.

Nude Eyes: Sanaa Lathan and Danielle Evans keep things simple with a nude eye and a dash of eyeliner.

First of all my apologies, I’ve been so busy since the beginning of the year and I've not been posting as often as I should but as soon as things settle down the site will be back to normal.

If you’re anything like me then you’re probably on a life long quest to find the ultimate mascara or the perfect, ever illusive smoky eye - Garcelle what’s your secret? Her secret is probably her makeup artist but don’t despair, we mere mortals can huddle together and come up with some tricks of our own! I picked five of the most popular red carpet looks and they’re all achievable. Note: Any makeup artists out there should feel free to drop a little knowledge ;)

What Say We?... Yay or Nay?!

Alicia Keys attending "The Black Ball" presented by Conde Nast Media Group and hosted by herself and Iman to benefit "Keep A Child Alive" at Hammerstein Ballroom last week in NYC.

As one of the hosts for this event I really think homegirl could have done better. Why is there a big ol’ hole in the front of her jacket, I guess her breasts wanted to attend too. And her jeans don’t fit her well at all. She should have read our "Jeans 101" posts to get the low-down show-down. And what’s with the freakin’ bow? Go back and view the last six or so “Yay or Nays,” all the previous offenders had on bows, I’m not even kidding!! The verdict is in ladies, say it with me… NAY!

Note: Read more about the event here.

You Can Leave Your Hat On…

Alicia Keys making an appearance on MTV's Total Request Live at the MTV Times Square Studios earlier this year.
Eve on MTV's Total Request Live last year in New York City.
Beyonce leaving Nobu Restaurant in London last year.
Garcelle Beauvais arriving at the 15th Annual Environmental Media Awards held at Ebell Club of Los Angeles last year.

You’re either a hat person or you’re not, but if you fall into the latter group the pics above may change your mind. I used to file hats under ‘purely for daywear,’ but looking at Beyonce and Garcelle work theirs in the evening has given me a whole new perspective. I picked out some of my favorites below…

8. Alicia Keys & Kerry ‘Krucial’ Brothers

I love how this couple are so low key! For them it’s not about being in the spotlight at all and that is reflected in their sense of style; they don’t dress for the paparazzi as comfort is key. Alicia looks great dressed up or dressed down and ‘Krucial’ is no different, making them a perfect match! Here they are at Kanye West, John Legend and Common’s 2006 Grammy after-party having fun and dare I say looking a little drunk! And did you know that Kanye, John and Common have started their own record label called G.O.O.D. Music?!... They’re not the only ones, Alicia and ‘Krucial’ also have their own company called Krucial Keys @ www.krucialkeys.com.

Alicia Keys in Trace magazine...

Alicia Keys will be on the cover of Trace magazine’s 3rd Annual 'Black Girls Rule' Issue. She is certainly working those purple gloves! I love Trace magazine, it's for those who have a unconventional outlook on fashion, music and other related cultures. I've heard their 'Black Girl's Rule' parties are great too! Check out their websites for more info on their fashion shows, art exhibits and other events...

Trace Magazine - www.trace212.com
Trace TV - www.trace.tv

Alicia Keys

Alicia Keys attends the Syracuse University press conference to announce the Bandier Program for Music and Entertainment Industries at MTV TRL Studios last month
Gotta love Alicia Keys! Her make-up is flawless in these pics and i'm loving her whole look... I used to think that these skinny jeans were for the painfully thin, but Alicia proves that the thicker girls amongst us can also rock them! See the above post for how to steal this style!

Steal Alicia's Style...

Jeans: Skinny, Style: HD-HC3053W_PNCL, $49.00 (On Sale!), House Of Dereon
Top: Empire Batwing Pointelle Knit Sweater, $44.00, Rampage
Shoes: Donielle, $69.99, Aldo

House Of Dereon have a great sale on now - their jeans are half price! Since Beyonce and her crew claim to be making jeans for girls with some 'junk in their trunk', I picked the pair above over the wide selection out there. I'm interested to see or hear how they fit, so if anyone has bought a pair tell us how they fit around the buttocks!! Team them with this cute top from Rampage and these black heels from Aldo.

It's a Wrap!

Singer Joy Denalane loving her look for the day!

Tracee Ellis Ross, Meagan Good and Alicia Keys all dress up their look with scarves

People always ask me where I buy my scarves from (I have over 20!), but i've stopped splashing out on silk scarves that cost $25. Instead I go to my local fabric store and buy remnants of fabric for dirt cheap or you can go to stores such as Wal-mart, Walgreens and Target and rummage through their sales bins!! Scarves change your whole look and are low-maintenance; so those days when I really can't be bothered to do anything with my hair I wrap it up!! See the ladies above for inspiration... :)

Style Spotlight: Alicia Keys

Well just look at Ms. Keys! She looks great here leaving Oprah Winfrey's Legends Ball screening in May of this year.

Alicia has really stepped up her fashion game since her early days as a star and she's seems to have lost a little weight since this time last year.

Alicia is also trying her hand at acting, starring in two movies. 'The Nanny Diaries' and 'Smokin' Aces' will both be out in 2007. Do the damn thing Alicia!