Celebrity Style: Iman @ the CFDA Fashion Awards

 A classic beauty, Iman always goes for the gusto glamor when she's out on the town.

Parties & Events: 2010 amfAR's Cinema Against AIDS Gala

Naomi Campbell

Afef Jnifen

Model Naomi Campbell and model/showgirl Afef Jnifen attended the 2010 amfAR's Cinema Against AIDS Gala in France looking quite glamorous in France. Designer Tom Ford made a guest appearance. Can't wait for his upcoming women's collection to debut.

CFB Photos: White Nights

Zoe Saldana and Eva Mendes

Proving white can be right, even after Labor Day, Zoe Saldana shone in Calvin Klein Collection dress while Eva Mendes dazzled in J. Mendel .

CFB Photos: Paula Patton in Chris Benz at the Hennessey Artistry Series 2009

Chris Benz  red metallic dress; Paula Patton strikes a pose.

Parties & Events: New Yorkers for Children Gala

The 10th Annual New Yorkers for Children Gala was held Tuesday night at Cipriani in NYC. Mary J. Blige & husband Kendu Issacs were on hand, as well as Joy Bryant, Jessica White, and Selita Ebanks.

 

 

Get the Look: Silver Lining

Turning heads is never a problem for her. She can step on the scene and own the night as if her name was carved in the sky. She has exquisite tastes and makes all those who walk in her path stop and take notice.

Item Details:

Juicy Couture Choose Juicy Heart Dog Tag Necklace, $68

Topshop Cyber Structured Dress, $110

Ariella Collection Crossing Pave Cubic Zicronia Ring, $48

Forever 21 Gina Rhinestone Ring, $10.80

Steve Madden Flamed Pewter Patent Platforms, $109.95

Whiting & David Heart Clutch, $135

Ice.com 1-carat Diamond 14K White Gold Bracelet, $595

Kendra Scott Jewelry Rhodium Lucca Bangle Set, $90

Get the Look: Supreme Diva

The Supremes not only ruled on the charts, they ruled on the stage too. Their glittering, glamorous gowns inspired women everywhere to channel their inner divas and dare to be different. Diana Ross, Mary Wilson, and Florence Ballard proved there's nothing like an original. There class and style has yet to be duplicated though it has been imitated. In ode to these Chocolate Fashionistas, get your Supreme Diva look on!

Item Details: 

Iman Luxury Moisturizing Lipstick, $8.99

Givenchy Prismissime eyeshadow in Poetique Browns, $53

Paul & Joe Wiviana sequined mini-dress, $610

Forever 21 dual crystal hoops, $10.80

Swarovski Forever ring, $340

Brian Danielle citrine oval ring, $985

Stuart Weitzman Nighttime Evening Glamor Shoe, Sold Out!

Fendi Tortoiseshell box clutch, $745

Butter London nail lacquer in The Full Monty, $14

Vaseline Cocoa Butter Vitalizing Gel Body Oil, $7.49

Gucci by Gucci Eau de Toilette Spray, $65

Get the Look: Black & White

There is something about black and white together that gives makes a look polished and chic. For fall B&W can work well for day or night.

 Georgie Badiel in 3.1 Phillip Lim

Chanel Iman in Issa

 

Arlenis Sosa in Iceberg

Black & White by chocfashblog featuring Dorothy Perkins

Item Details: 
Bootie, $991,Yves Saint Laurent

Dress, H&M

Anya wrapped boot, Alexander Wang 
Acid wash cut-out dress, $74, Dorothy Perkins

Sterling silver heart locket, $275, Tiffany
Dogtooth pencil dress, $1,104, Alexander McQueen
Patent leather pump, $703, Brian Atwood
Polka dot side bow dress, $23, Forever 21 
Dorset Barcellon clutch, $229, L.A.M.B. 
Sterling silver black and white diamond heart-shaped earrings, $175, Amazon.com
Spot print-wrap dress, $515, Cathy Pill 
Clutch, $58, Melie Bianco
Suede platform, $1,135, Casadei  
Ethnic print jersey dress, $350, Vivienne Westwood

Fashion & Style News: Tracy Reese Launches Black Label for Spring 2010

Contemporary designer Tracy Reese is aiming for the stars at Fashion Week. She will reveal her latest collection, Tracy Reese Black Label. Reese had been sitting on this line for some time and finally decided it was time to launch it. The collection will include spaghetti-strap organza gown with flowered appliqués, ruffle-detailed cashmere sweaters with crystal buttons, structured pencil skirts, beaded cocktail dresses, and other beautifully designed pieces. A shoe collection will also join the 12 piece line, complementing the collection with coordinating designs and colors.

Reese is targeting higher-end retailers like Bergdorf Goodman but hopes to keep the distribution limited. Reese's other collections include Tracy Reese, Plenty and Plenty Frock.

How to: Dress for a Cocktail Party

Dressing for a cocktail party is simple, be fabulous...But seriously, there are rules. And one of my biggest pet peeves is when people don't pay attention to the dress code on an invite. It's not only rude, it makes you look inélégant.

Prior to choosing your attire, consider the invite. A phone call or email invitation allows you to get away with less formal attire, for example a suit and a simple blouse might suffice. If you received a invite via mail on formal stationary, you might want to dress to impress.

Always wear appropriate shoes, this is not a time for flip-flops or your platform sandals. Opt for a simple, well-made pump, peep-toe, or stiletto sandal. An elegantly embellished flat is also feasible for a cocktail party as well.

A simple clutch or evening case will do. Jewelry should complement your outfit, but not over power it. If you're wearing a bold necklace with a simple sheath, avoid distracting earrings or an obnoxious bracelet.

To get the most from your look, keep it simple and polished.

Here's a few Suggestions on Cocktail Attire:

Knee-length skirts or dresses
cardigans with brooches (think Michelle Obama)
a tailored suit with a bold tank or blouse underneath
Crepe wool slacks for fall/winter, rayon, silk, or linen for summer
A sleeveless ruffled top paired with a pencil skirt and killer pumps
Delicate or bold jewelry, nothing in between
Just the right amount of bling is appropriate
Silk dresses can work just about any season

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Item Details: 

Encontrada dangle earrings, $75, Kate Spade

Animal puff dress, $100, Topshop

Boulcé dress, SOLD OUT!, Bill Blass

Izzy courier satchel, $390, The Out Net

Anaconda Violet ring, SOLD OUT!, Barney's New York

Sequin pattern tunic, $78, Arden B. 

Dunovant cocktail ring, $20, Aldo

Roma Dress, $285, Isabella Oliver

Platform open-toe pump,$285, Stuart Weitzman

Slingback, $39.95, Miss Me 

Clutch, $1,895, Marissa Collections

Bristol stacked heeled pump, $69.50, Guess 

Cubic zicronia studs, $50, Lola Dee

Alta Iowa pumps, $855, Christian Louboutin

Bracelet, $35 , Max & Chloe

Trend Report: Sequins the other Bling

A little shimmer never hurt anybody. Sequins are the way to go for fall if you want to add a little kick to your wardrobe. A sequin dress is perfect for nightime glamour when you want to stand out. If sublte is more your style, opt for ap pair of sequin shoes, a sequin clutch, and jacket. Sequins are the new bling!

Item Details: 

Sequined wool sweater, $383.25, Alberta Ferretti

Sequin tank, $28, Ikat 

Sequin oversize tee, $80, Topshop

Duo sequined bangle, $6.80, Forever 21

Sequin bodice sweater, $390, Markus Lupfer

Stripe sequin tube skirt, $80, Topshop

Vintage collection Waking up in Vegas dress, $90, Chickdowntown

Sequin stretch bandeau dress, $100, Topshop

Wiviana sequin mini-dress, $610,  Paul & Joe

Black sequin peep-toe pumps, $500, Giuseppe Zanotti

Petite sequin strand top, $70, Topshop

Get the Look: Style Twins

Tia and Tamera Mowry display twin style in captivating black and royal purple.Tia opts for a short bob while Tamera's cascading curls frame her flawless glowing face. These two know how to look sexy without really trying.

Parties & Events: HollyRod Foundation’s 2009 DesignCare Event

Holly Robinson-Peete

EnVogue

Laila Ali

Garcelle Beauvais-Nilon

Gabrielle Union

Nicole Murphy

Sanaa Lathan

Ciara

Give em' the Cold Shoulder...

Give em' the Cold Shoulder by chocfashblog featuring Miss Selfridge

Asymmetrical dresses are always sexy. Turn heads in dresses that expose a little skin in a classy way. Complement your dress with a pair of ankle-strap shoes (they make your legs look slim), and a skinny belt and you're more than ready to takeover the room. It's all about class with this look. Item Details (L to R): Adam, one-shoulder dress, $425, 25park.com, Jimmy Choo strappy sandals, $353, net-a-porter.com, Snake skinny belt, $25, topshop.com, RM by Roland Mouret fill length silk gown, $2,954, brownfashion.com, Christian Louboutin platform pumps, $1,025, net-a-porter.com, Larare Miranda patent sandal, $351, farfetch.com, Alexander Wang, one-shoulder goddess dress, $595, lagarconne.com, One-shoulder dress, $49, misselfridge.com.

Date Night: Dancing With Idris

Dancin' With Idris by chocfashblog featuring Yves Saint Laurent shoes

Anight of moving and grooving wrapped in the arms of chocolate hottie Idris Elba. Hey I'm not one for dancing but I with him as my partner I just might have to take up a few lessons. Whether you enjoy Salsa, the Tango, or ballroom dancing, this ensemble is classy enough to turn heads, and flexible enough to turn legs!

Item Details:
Twisting 18-karat yellow gold hoop earrings, $290, forzieri.com
Idris Elba
Strapless corset dress, $777, my-wardrobe.com
OPI Nail Polish Mod About Brights Collection-The It Color, $12.50, nailpolishdiva.com
Cuff, A.B.S. by Allen Schwartz Pave Twist Cuff, $40, bagborroworsteal.com
Heart-shaped rose, Wedding Designs, altacathers.com
Shoes, Yves Saint Laurent, $750, matchesfashion.com
"Candy" leather clutch, Chloe, $523, net-a-porter.com
Salsa Dance Steps, justsalsa.com
"Yes" Necklace, $11.99, modcloth.com

All Set for Summer Cocktails

Summer Cocktails by chocfashblog featuring Christian Louboutin shoes

Have a toast to the good life and keep your cool, all while looking simply fabulous.

Item Details:
"Yves Klein" blue dress, Maison, Martin & Margiela, $965.0, farfetch.com
Chunky necklace, Yves Saint Laurent, $770, net-a-porter.com
Summer cocktail recipes, marrieclaire.com
Sandals, Christian Louboutin Differa, $1,495, net-a-porter.com
Clutch, Talullah Tu, talullahtu.co.uk

Crimson Goes From Day to Night

Crimson Goes From Day to Night the Right Way by chocfashblog featuring Christian Louboutin shoes

Item Details:
Prada Medium Nappa Stripe Handbag, $275, Bagborroworsteal.com
Shirley Temple earrings, $11.99, modcloth.com
Vivienne Westwood Anglomania printed jersey dress, $520, net-a-porter.com
Christian Louboutin Gabin 140 platform pump, $597, net-a-porter.com
Gold Blackberry Curve, splashphone.com
AZ Collection cuff, $275, forzieri.com
Crescent shrug by Preen Line, standarddeviationny.com
Just Cavalli animal print silk dress, $402.50, net-a-porter.com
EternalGold 14 karat gold polished large hoop earrings, $64.54, qvc.com
Anita Ko diamond encrusted heart necklace, $2,960, net-a-porter.com
Chloe clutch, $684 GBP, matchesfashion.com
Brian Atwood shoes, $398, matchesfashion.com

A Nice Summer Breeze & Champagne

Black & Gold are oh so classy and oh so sexy for summer!

Summer Breeze & Champagne by chocfashblog featuring Gucci shoes

Item Details:
"Harem" Jumper, Arden B., $58, ArdenB.com
Earrings, H&M, Shop.hm.com
Champagne flutes, Poreda.com
Bvlgari pink gold diamond ring, $6,550, Bvlgari.com
"Iman" platform t-strap, Gucci, Bluefly.com
Oversized metallic clutch, Miu Miu, $850, net-a-porter.com
"Only Drink Champagne" OPI Nail Polish, bebeautiful.com
Pendant necklace, Phillip, Crangi Mara, $1,647.50, net-a-porter.com

Fit for a Queen: Angela Bassett at the Black Movie Awards

Angela Bassett at the Balck Movie Awards , originally uploaded by chocfashblog.

Sanaa Lathan at "The Family That Preys" Premiere

Sanaa Lathan at "The Family That Preys" Premiewe , originally uploaded by chocfashblog.