Vogue Tradition: First Lady to be on the Cover?

I know many of you are still on cloud nine following Tuesday night's election results. It still seems so surreal. Now that we have a new and greatly improved president and first family waiting in the wings, the talks must be underway for Michelle Obama to cover Vogue magazine. Traditionally, the December issue features the new first lady (and in some cases the first kids). According to a spokesperson from the fashion magazine:

"Starting with Eleanor Roosevelt, it's been a long-standing tradition to photograph the new first lady. So needless to say, we are very interested in working with Mrs. Obama. Precisely how is still being discussed."

If Michelle accepts the offer she'll become only the fourth black non-model woman to become a Vogue covergirl. Former first lady and Democratic senator Hillary Rodham Clinton also appeared on the front page of the December 1998 edition. Can't wait to see Michelle strike a pose!

Last night I saw She & Him perform at the House of Blues with my dear friends Rachel and Mary. Just when I thought I couldn't be more in love with Zooey Deschanel, she blew me away with her voice, style and charming personality! I am not one to obsess over stars, but she is just so cute and genuine. She was wearing the most adorable white 60's tent dress with black trim around the neckline and armholes. The white fabric was quilted with a swirling print. Zooey put her had in the pockets in the front of the dress after one of the songs and said, "My dress has pockets," to which everyone cheered. She had on black tights and patent leather 60's shoes with buckles. Her hair was down with a ribbon tied in a bow around the crown of her head. She really made me wish this baby was on her way out, so I could start looking cute again! Her is a clip from last night's show that I found on You Tube.

Pick a Puppy for the Obamas

Pictured above: Gerald & Liberty Ford

Whenever a new family moves into the White House, it seems like a four legged furry friend is never far behind. In fact, we have record of presidential pets as far back as Washington's horses and John Adams' two dogs (who were named Juno and Satan by the way). Ford had Liberty, a gorgeous golden retriever, the Clinton's had Buddy a chocolate lab and Socks the cat, and the Herbert Walker Bush clan had Millie. The presidential pet list is long, including birds, hamsters, silkworms, goats and even bears. That's right, bears.


So we think President Obama has enough to worry about, so let's help him pick a dog! What breed (or mix of breeds) do you think the Obama's should choose and why? Also, what should they name it?


(I may be biased, but I think it's high time a doxie graced the oval office)
Pictured above: Gus G. Hayes

Michelle Obama's Black and Red Fade

Did YOU like Michelle's white one-shoulder gown by Jason Wu? Leave your comment here.

Regardless of your political affiliation, fashion is a universal language. Boy were we excited to see Michelle Obama's daring black and red fade dress by Narciso Rodriguez from his Spring 2009 dress collection. So my question is: Did you love it or hate it? Either way, how exciting that we have a fresh, stylish, and elegantly unobtrusive first lady to look forward to watching. Lemme know what you think!

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.