Wednesday, November 17, 2010

Power TV Bit: "Nicki Minaj: My Time Now"

MTV is set to air a documentary series following Nicki Minaj on the road to release her debut album Pink Friday. The documentary gives fans insight to Nicki visiting her family in Trinidad, the recording of the song "Roman's Revenge" as well as her first ever televised performance on the MTV awards.

I'm actually very interested in watching this documentary and learning more about Nicki the "human being". Nicki almost always seems to be a character so it will nice to see her in a normal light...


Power TV Bit: Trey Songz on Jimmy Kimmel and Chelsea Lately

Trey Songz appeared on Chelsea Lately and Jimmy Kimmel last night. Trey arrived to Chelsea with gifts and talked about his crazy fan experience as well as touring with Usher.

Later that night he performed "Bottoms Up" and "Can't Be Friends" on Jimmy Kimmel Live.






Tuesday, November 9, 2010

Power Wardrobe; Silver & Gold

Dress Like Your Worth; Silver and Gold Evening Looks Are In!
This breath taking beauty is bought to you by Halston for $365. net-a-porter.com.
This is totally worth it's price tag. The gleam of the fabric paired with black ,purple ,or blue shoes will make you and absolute banger.
Also by Halston; this rich looking top would be great with a black body con mini or a pair of skinny jeans taking it to various occasions. If you don't mind the $265 price tag I say go for it!

Channel your inner diva with this glitzy gold number. Pair this with a pair of sky high black platform pumps (Steve Madden's Caryssa). This piece packs a whole lot of glamour for $98. modcloth.com
For an ultimate steal on the trend grab this curve hugging number for $38 at lulus.com




Power Life; Beauty In Cheapest Places

Sure We Love Sephora Trips and High End Beauty Splurges But Your Local Drugstore Has Quite The Arsenal!

1. The Ultimate Face Primer
Its True! The makers of Monistat came up with a chaffing relief gel to powder formula for the inner thigh and inner bikini area (this isn't used to treat yeast infections) that makes a superior face primer. I've used Smashbox and a few other high end primers and NOTHING compares to Monistat's Soothing Care! This gel gives your face a silky finish allowing your makeup to glide on and stay on without sinking into your pores. Its fragrance free and non-comedogenic.  Don't believe me? Try it for $8 (Smasbox's primer retails for $34!!!!) at your local CVS or Walgreens

2. The Best Spa Quality Facial
This little gem that can be found at Sally's or your local beauty supply store is nothing short of amazing. This tingly minty mask acts as a vacuum sucking out all of your skin's impurities. Using this mask 2-3 times a week will tighten you pores and keep blemishes at bay. If the possibility of brighter looking skin isn't enough to make you run out and buy it the $3.99-$5.99 price point should!

3. The Purest Most Effective Face Wash
A classic many people swear by Cetaphil delivers an honest, non irritating, no frills cleansing to you're face. Pick his staple up for $8.99

4. The Key Complimentary Toner
Dickinson's Witch Hazel Toner is awesome because it lifts any left over dirt off your skin, it doesn't dry out you face ,and because it's all natural Witch Hazel you can pair it with almost any other face treatment your using! A large bottle which will last you about 3 months retails for about $8.99.

5. The "Beautiful" Vitamin
We all know beauty starts on the inside so support all of you outer surface efforts with Biotin also know as the "skin, hair ,and nail vitamin". Pick some up at your local Walmart for $3+!!!!





Monday, November 8, 2010

Power TV Specials Highlights; BET Presents Black Girls Rock

Last night BET aired its first Black Girls Rock award show hosted by Nia Long, to honor african american women and their accomplishments. One of the best highlights of the show was the performance of the cover of Nina's Simone's "Four Women" by Jill Scott, Marsha Ambrosius, Kelly Price and Ledisi.





Good job to BET for showcasing powerful african american women that make a difference in our everyday lives and not just in the realm of entertainment. The show airs again on BET on Tuesday 11/9 8PM EST
          

Power Entertainment; Wayne is Home

Rapper Lil'Wayne Attends a Home Coming Affair In His Honor
Oh Boy you can tell this party was classy! On another note Mr. Carter is looking good very well rested
Is this serious??? Nicki is a nice girl out there doing her thing but this outfit is an atrocity! Nothing makes sense about this! Aside from the utter ridiculousness of this getup she is wearing an everyday casual bag like an evening bag which is plain tacky. Love you Nicki but this outfit is clownish.
Wrong party Drizzy! Drake tried to put a different spin on the event by actually looking like a gentleman. Thats why we love you Drizzy!
Smh Young Money artist Shanelle needs a stylist like yesterday. First off what's with her flossin the playtex bra??? And that thing on the bottom is the leg of an old pair of stockings (sorry none believes thats an actual skirt). Pretty face but the rest of this picture is an epic fail.
Someone get Kevin Rudolph a bigger jacket. This tiny jacket makes him look like a little sausage. Love the random girl's Herve dress don't know if I like the "I just finished tweeking" look she has though.


Tuesday, November 2, 2010

Power Interviews: Janet Jackson on "Tonight with Jay Leno"


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Recently Janet Jackson appeared on "The Tonight Show with Jay Leno" to talk about her new movie "For Colored Girls..." her new hair cut, food cravings and her vegan diet.

Thursday, October 28, 2010

Power Life; 10 Luxurious Little Nothings Under $300

Put These Little Luxury Trinkets on Your Christmas List
Fendi Cosmetics Case $210
saksfifthavenue.com
Marc Jacobs Zipper Earrings 
$58 net-a-porter.com
Alexander McQueen Bracelet (available in other colors)
$295 net-a-porter.com
Cara Coutore Pony Hair Bangles
$128 henribendel.com

Prada Camo Wristlet 
$210 prada.com
Marc Jacobs Mini Bag
$150 net-a-porter.com
Henri Bendel Embossed Italian Leather Phone Case
$28 henribendel.com
Alexander McQueen Ring 
$280 net-a-porter.com
Fendi Cuff Bracelet 
$250 saksfifthavenune.com
Prada Charm Bracelet 
$180 prada.com







Power Wardrobe; A New Way to Do a Sexy Look

Take a Note From Cassie by Mixing  a Volume Pant and a Barely There Top

"The Inspiration"
"The Interpretation"
Harem High Waisted Pant Forever21.com $19.80
Lace Bandeau Top asos.com $21.00
Faux Fux Stole asos.com $50
"Valencia" $155 saksfifthavenue.com 
Tinsey Road Crystal Drop Necklace $38 piperlime.com
Encrusted Cuff $7 forever21.com



Power Chic News; Mimi Confirms She IS Pregnant!!!!!!!!

Nick and Mariah Will Welcome Their First Baby In The Spring!!!
Checkout the "Today Show" interview over at http://scoop.todayshow.com/_news/2010/10/28/5366107-mariah-carey-confirms-yes-we-are-pregnant-this-is-true

Wednesday, October 27, 2010

New Video: Dirty Money feat Drake "Loving You No More"



With this being one of the top played songs on my ipod, wouldn't it be great if one believed Diddy actually loved one woman........

The Power Life; Gift Ideas

From: A Power Chic;  To: A Lucky Ass Guy
Show him another place to put his money;-)
Gucci bill holder with money clip 
$165 gucci.com
Since most guys are sensitive about carrying anything with a handle this serves as a great bag for weekends at your place;-)
"Rucksack" $61 asos.com
Give him a taste of what life could be like if he's careful; Hermes is the definition of luxury. Their Birkin Bag now retails for $6,000+!!! You can score this essential piece for your guy for $180!!
hermes.com
Help him step up his casual style with this on trend military boot.
"Lace Up Work Boot" $87 asos.com
This piece will add a masculine pop of color to your guy's dark wardrobe. This would be awesome paired with a grey peacoat and the Military boots above.
$31 topman.com





Power Events; "For Colored Girls..." Movie Premiere

A Few Flicks From Tyler Perry's New Movie Premiere
Estelle looks great; classic pairing of black and gold the leather pant and fitted jacket keep the look modern.
Thandie and Kerri are both gorgeous however both dresses are rather drab. Kerri fairs a little bit better than Thandie due to the print which wakes up the ensemble a bit. A dull color and a dull shape don't do much for anyone.
Kimberly Elise looks stunning; the silhouette really plays up her shape and the color does wonders for her complexion.
Janet looks super elegant however i haven't quite reached a verdict on the bottom.
This outfit would have been great if Kim K hadn't wore the same thing (see below) a little while ago. Sorry Cici you have to do your research when attending publicized events. Btw aren't Kim K and Cici friends?!?! 


Power Wardrobe; 5 Statement Shoes To Buy Now

Nothing Like a Pair of Shoes That Draw Eyes and Compliments Everytime They Grace You're Feet
Sam Edelman "York" 
$200 nordstrom.com
This shoes comes in blue, black, purple ,and leopard. The studded sole and the rich color can turn a jeans day into a fabulous night out 
Zigi Leopard Pump
$149 endless.com
This pump has a Dolce&Gabbana feel for a fraction of the cost. The combo of the leopard and denim is surprisingly chic.
Zigi Dance Pump
$50 journeys.com
Featured in Vogue Magazine's hottest buys under $200 this shoe is everything but boring. Pair it with all black or a pop blue. Fyi these are currently in my closet and I love them!!!
Sam Edelman "Lorissa" 
$200 nordstrom.com
Besides my feet these shoes have been everywhere from Vogue, Style.com, Self Magazine etc!!!! These are the shoes of the season. People cannot stop staring when i wear these! If you love these like bunches of other fashionistas act quickly they are selling out everywhere!


Dolce Vitta "Valecia" Pump
$169 saksfifthavenue.com
This rich color really makes this shoe standout. Though it may not seem so at first glance this shoe is actually very versatile. It can be worn with all black, printed ensembles, or pink for a bold color blocked look!

Monday, October 25, 2010

Power or No Power: When Is It Okay to Air Out an Ex?!?!?!?!?!?!?


Recently on Keeping Up With The Kardashians star of the show Kim Kardashian decided to talk publicly on the phone with her now ex-boyfriend  football star Reggie Bush. During the phone conversation in front of her brothers and sisters she decided to air him out and say that he was talking to other women while they were together. Reggie was not happy about this at all and took to his twitter threatening to expose Kim and let people see who she really is.



Also this past weekend Kanye West released the short film titled "Runaway" featuring Selita Ebanks. In part of the film a man at the dinner table says to Kanye " Your girlfriend is beautiful but did you know that she is a bird" Kanye responded and said "I didn't notice". In a interview Kanye stated that the film has to do with every past relationship that he once was in. Of course the first thought on everyones mind was his past failed relationship with Amber Rose. It seems as if lately Kanye has a lot to say about that relationship even on the Chris Brown deuces remix.



I know we all do our share of talking about our past relationships to our family and friends and don't have cameras following us around or the opportunity to make a song or a music video. I do think that if Kim honestly cared about Reggie, she wouldn't have picked up any of his calls or texts without him being able to fully explain his side of the story on air. She used the power she had with the show to make him look like a bad boyfriend which is not cool at all. Kanye who is known for his creativity and not being afraid to say whats on his mind has seems very bitter about his breakup, but hey what did he expect you have the power to choose your mate.....