On The Street: Black Women Set 2

Event: Harlem Haberdashery Grand Opening

 Thursday night marked the opening of The Harlem Haberdashery located in the heart of the historic neighborhood in Manhattan at 122nd and Lenox Ave.

 Shawn Noel 

Harlem Haberdashery is owned and operated as a family business specializing in selling upscale men and women's clothing. Price points at the store range from $20 to $1,000.

 For more information about the boutique check out their site at

5001flavors.com

Music: Santigold - Disparate Youth

Ready for her second album release, "Master of My Make-Believe", if you've been waiting for new music from Santigold, the wait will be over May 1st.

Disparate Youth is a feel good, reggae-inspired single from the album that's perfect for the summer. Listen to it a couple times to make sure you get the lyrics down and your good to go.

On The Street: Mario Scott - 14th / A Ave, LES

 So one of my good friends from Charlotte, Mario and I got together and did a little shopping down on the East Side today. A good meet up was needed since we haven't seen each other since we both moved to the city.

We both didn't find all that much, but nonetheless this outfit deserves some recognition.

On The Street: Kelly Mills - 143rd, Harlem

Name: Kelly Mills

Occupation: Curator + Publicist of Fashion & Art Gallery [FAAG]

Street photo coming to you from outside of City College in Harlem, New York.

Hot or NOT! Snake Skin on Snake Skin Suit

Not to be harsh? But what was she thinking with the purchase of that suit? Hopefully no real snakes were harmed in the making of this suit even though our eyes were. 

Image Source: bespokebiddie.blogspot.com

Hot or NOT!: Angel Laws of CONCRETELOOP.com

 Concrete Loops Editor, Angel Laws and up and coming jewelry designer, Verna Fogg were shot in NYC after teaming up for a site feature. How do you feel on both of their looks?

Both of the outfits are dramatic while Angel still achieved that look in just all one color. Verna added on a little more color in her outfit with black red and navy blue.

Source: angelonfire.com

On The Street: Kadeem J | NYC

 This look made me want to go out and buy a leather jacket. 

Name: Kadeem J

Age: 22

Location: Bronx, NY

Interest: Photography 

Source: Lookbook.nu/johnk72

Trend: Men Tied at the Waist

 Kanye West was spotted in Paris to debut his “DW” By Kanye West Spring/Summer 2012 Womenswear Collection.

 Rapper A$AP Rocky

Source: Yodonbleekraps.com

Hair: Nicki Minj Wears Pink Lace Front on Cover of Wonderland Magazine

 Nicki Minaj joins the lace front gang on the cover of February/March issue of Wonderland Magazine. Will this be the norm for the Rap Queen now?

Source: SwaggerNewYork.com

Hair: Boys Can Do The "Cassie" Too

Why not? Here is some Thursday morning hair inspiration for the men looking for a new hairstyle.

On The Street: Raphael Murphy | Charlotte, NC

Name: Raphael Murphy @rjm_STYLN 

Age: 24

School: Johnson C. Smith University / Degree in Computer Science

Work: Support Technician for Sprint

Favorite Magazine: GQ

"I am an aspiring fashion consultant and stylist. I am simply just trying to connect the dots until I reach the top!"

News: Solange Gets Signed To 'Next' Modeling Agency

Not like she necessarily needs an agency to get work, Solange Knowles is now apart of Next Modeling Agency. 2012 is looking up for the fashion diva of famous sister Beyonce Knowles in terms of a new career. 

Fashionista.com reports that because of her status, she may fall under the "talent" category where her abilities will extend further than just photoshoots. Other girls like her include Alexa Chunga and Ellie Goulding.

Shoes: Yves Saint Laurent Tribtoo Pumps

January 9, 2012 Brandy is seen here looking flawless leaving the Wendy Williams show in NYC wearing the super Lux Tribtoo Yves Saint Laurent pumps [$795]. 

Days later in NYC, Jennifer Hudson was headed inside to sign copies of her new book, “I Got This: How I Lost What Weighed Me Down and Found Myself” also wearing the same pumps as Brandy a few days earlier.

Who did the most justice to the towering red pumps?

Source: UpscaleHype.com

On The Street: Kate Ross | Charlotte, NC

Kate Ross 

Location: Charlotte, NC

Occupation: Bow Tie Designer of Distinguished Cravat

Hair: Noire Naturals Hair Care Line

21-year-old entrepreneur and student at UNC Charlotte, Ashleigh Thornton, is well on her way to making her mark in the world of natural hair care! After making the transition from relaxed to natural as a sophomore in college, her research on how to maintain natural hair quickly that led her to create a line of her own.

"After experimenting with countless "natural" products, I found myself spending tons of money and STILL having to add supplements to them to get the desired results."

 Oh Là Là Hair Cleansing Elixir: A gentle olive oil-based cleanser, free of sulfates and filled with the powerful purifiers and moisturizers for a cleansing experience like no other!

C'est Mangnifique Rinse-or-Remain Conditioner: Finally, a silicone-free conditioner that is packed with all of the oils and butters that your hair and scalp crave!
 

 J'adore Curl-Defining Jelly: No flakes or crunch—just shiny, defined curls! Perfect for twist-outs and wash-and-go's!

On The Street: Peters Mistress | UK

 Source: PetersMistress.com

Inspiration: Grab Bag of Black Styles

 

Winston Brooks | wildrebels.tumblr.com

Inspiration: Natural Haired Black Women

Natural hair comes with a look you must posses, fabulous of course.

LookBook: First Lady, Michelle Obama

Can you spot Michelle Obama in this crowd from last nights State of the Union Address? There she is in the bottom left corner as she radiates in a twill, cobalt blue Barbara Tfank dress. [January 25, 2012]

Source: TheObamaDiary.com

Michelle Obama is seen here in a cobalt blue Vera Wang, strapless gown worn at the 34th annual Kennedy Center.  [December 4, 2011]