Black Girls Rock!... Yes We Do!

Regina King, DJ Beverly Bond and Estelle

Kenya Moore and Veronica Webb

Malinda Williams and Vanessa Williams

Iman and Sylvia Rhone

Teyanna Taylor and Erykah Badu

June Ambrose and Sylvia Taylor

Last night, New York played host to VH1 Soul's 3rd annual Black Girls Rock extravaganza! In attendance were honorees singer Estelle, as well as actress Pam Grier, and 70s models Bethanne Hardison and Iman. Other guest included singers Faith Evans, Teyanna Taylor and Erykah Badu; actresses Malinda Williams, Vanessa Williams, Kenya Moore and Regina King; and Veronica Webb, June Ambrose, Susan Taylor and of course DJ Beverly Bond. See the pics above for red carpet shots of all our favorite divas. My personal favorites are Ms. Moore's and Veronica Webb - work it ladies!! If you want to feel like the fabulous sista that you are, click here to buy a "Black Girls Rock" t-shirt.

Say It Loud, Wear It Proud

Top: Star Logo Tunic, $62; Right On, $62; Star Logo Tank, $62; Guitar Muscle Tee, $29 all available at www.blackgirlsrockinc.com/BGR_STORE.html
Bottom: Grace Jones, $62; BGR Logo Tee, $29; Afro Tee, $62; Guitar Tee, $29 all available at www.blackgirlsrockinc.com/BGR_STORE.html

Today is the photo shoot!!! I am so excited!!! I wanted to share some pictures of the
clothes that will be featured in the shoot. The colors are inspired by Elliot Smith's album cover for New Moon.



This dress was the right color, but too plain, so I added some peacock feathers that I picked up from an estate sale last weekend. I had to trim down the feathers a lot and arrange them from largest to smallest, then I glued them on with my favorite glue, Fabric Tac. I also shortened the hem to a flattering length.





I love the general style and color of this dress, but it was a little too "80's" looking, so I eliminated the shoulder pads and twisted the sheer fabric to create skinnier straps and then sewed them in place.





80's metallic tank with 50's floral cotton skirt. I love the proportions! Tons of chains finish off the look.


60's lace fitted dress with bow belt. You can't see it here, but this dress has beautiful button detailing in the back.


I can't decide if I will pair this with the sweater or not, so we'll just have to see once we get it on the model. Paired with a necklace I made from an antique french belt and an extra wide black patent leather belt. I dyed some tights a mustardy yellow to wear with this dress. I can't wait to see how it all looks together. The hemline has been shortened since I took the picture.

HAPPY HALLOWEEN!!!

There aren't a lot of things you can be for Halloween when you are pregnant. I ruled out the ridiculous and unflattering options right away. I wasn't going to be caught dead dressed as a pumpkin or any other round character. My favorite thing to do is to dress as a couple with my husband, so I thought "what would be better than a knocked up teenager and her chair rockin' pal Bleaker?" Here is the result:

Upcoming Photo Shoot

This week I am busy preparing for a photo shoot on Monday. It's a belated Fall '08 shoot, but better late than never. My friend from college, Casey Lum is coordinating the whole thing! We have just decided on the location, the Municipal Cemetery in Long Beach, which is the oldest cemetery in Long Beach. Here are a few pics of the cemetery.

The other day I went to one of my favorite places of inspiration...Scavenger's Paradise. It's an architectural salvage store that is located in an old church building. The outside is scattered with fountains and doors, while the inside has furniture and decor. I found this great candle sconce that I am considering for my house. I was also thinking that the shop would make a great location for our upcoming photo shoot, but come to find out, I am not the only one who thinks so. Gilliam, the very kind and lovely owner, informed me that they are a popular spot for filming and photo shoots and generally charge $2500 a day. Maybe someday when Salvage Life hits the big time...in the meantime, I'll keep dreaming.

SALVAGE LIFE LOOK ALIKES

Salvage Life is about making current fashion trends accessible to our customer. I have been seeing a variety of plaid shirts in the magazines and on celebrities such as Mary Kate Olsen and Lauren Conrad. One of the most popular brands is Elizabeth and James, Mary Kate and Ashley's line. These shirts can run as much as $225!!! Ours sell for around $24. Expect to see these shirts in the shop very soon!



Elizabeth and James $225



Salvage Life $24



Elizabeth and James $225



Salvage Life $24



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