Congrats To The MIAMI HEAT, 2012 NBA CHAMPIONS!

Congrats to the MIAMI HEAT for a job well done. I bet Cleveland turned off the TV and went to bed right after this one. Lebron James has been wanting to get a ring since playing for the Cleveland Cavaliers, but to no avail.

Then came the move to Miami Heat, and then 2 seasons later.... RING.

Dwyane Wade and Gabrielle Union

Pic: google

DWYANE WADE and GABRIELLE UNION On Cover of Essence; Picture-Perfect Black Couple

I swear that Gabby (Gabrielle) Union is one of the most natural beauties in the game. She is really tearing down those walls of all who were once hooked on the 'Gabrielle is MEAN' drug. That was from the many roles she played, most notably DELIVER US FROM EVA from the mid-2000s.

A far cry now that Gabrielle's in ESSENCE's February 2012 issue, huh?

Now here she is gracing her flawless brown skin, gorgeous and warm smile, and the just-right SUNNY dress to pair up to her beau, Miami Heat's Dwyane Wade. Dwyane is also known for his impeccable style; I like a LOT of what he wears. There's NOTHING WRONG with a dude stays in the latest trends.

*Clapping*

I want to know who the stylist was... 'cuz this is just too good (I'll pick up the Essence magazine later and find out). Gabrielle's perfectly hued (not too bright yellow, not too dark yellow) draped gown has accentuated/exaggerated shoulders reminiscent of the DYNASTY days but fit for 2012.

I'm liking the background, lighting, the embrace that Dwyane and Gabrielle shared, and that subtle handkerchief that Dwyane wore bears the same color of Gabby's gown, if you look closely. I have also GOT to give it to Dwyane for the crisp haircut and line-up!

Pic: MTO

The Official Trailer of Tyler Perry's 'GOOD DEEDS' (In Theatres Feb. 2012)

This is sure to be one movie AFTER MY OWN HEART. I try to do the best I can to help others even though my resources don't stretch as far as many well-established organizations, but when I can, my heart FEELS SO GOOD.

Check out the official trailer of Tyler Perry's 'GOOD DEEDS' movie, coming to theatres in 2012. It's about a newlywed businessman (Tyler Perry, who takes the lead role for the first time without a Madea bodysuit) who discovers a janitor living in her car with her child, and Tyler Perry just wants to help.

Stars are Thandie Newton, Gabrielle Union, Phylicia Rashad, Eddie Ciprian, and more.

OHHH BOY, I can tell this is going to be good! See for yourself...

Pic/ Vid: Google, YouTube

D-WADE Mentions In GQ's Nov. 2011 Issue That He Painted (Or Still Paints) His Toenails Black!

 Dwyane Wade in V Man Fall 2011 issue

For those of you who follow up on fashion and athletes alike, you will know that NBA athletes are becoming more and more image-conscious. Miami Heat's very own Dwyane Wade is one of those image-conscious guys.

D-WADE mentioned in GQ's November 2011 issue that 'Man, I kind of want to paint my toenails black,' and that shocked me a little bit. I had to 'catch myself' because I had to remember that we actually live in a day and age where the influences of hip-hop (baggy jeans, Timberlands, THUG LIFE look) are slowly diminishing and a more softer look (no pun intended) is now becoming dominant.

What I mean by 'softer' is that guys are increasingly paying no mind to the 'RULES OF BEING A MAN' and are starting to wear more colognes and smell-good body sprays, more fitted shirts and jeans, colorful bracelets AND AN EXTREME IN D-WADE'S CASE: nail polish!

I don't think I'll ever go that far *LOL* but if D-Wade likes it, okay.

To check out more of D-Wade's interview with GQ, check out http://gq.com

Pic: Google/ Fashion Bomb Daily

'Fashionable' Beauties of the Weekend: Part 1

Hello everyone all over the world, this is your boy JAIDEN bringing you some hott pictures of fashionable beauties ALL WEKKEND. Reason being is because this entire weekend, I will be doing a photo shoot in Toronto, Ontario. I'm going to be doing some out-of-box things; I'll be sure to show you some of the pictures.

First, check out part one of these beautiful ladies above in their awesome looks. Left is Gabrielle Union, Middle is Sanaa Lathan, and Right is Ciara.

Ladies, feel free to use the pic above as a template for your going out. And gys, feel free to show this pic to your 'LOVE' and give her your idea of what you like.

Pic: NecoleB***hie

WHICH NUDE LIPSTICK IS RIGHT FOR YOU?

So the rage has been a natural everyday finish in the form of nude lipstick. First my cousin was wearing it, and I personally did not think it would fit right with me because of my ever-changing skin color throughout the year. Then my friend got a lipstick the other day for herself, which seriously made me look into buying my own shade for myself.

At the MAC counter yesterday at Nordstrom in the Galleria, I decided to try on a few shades for myself. I always ended up picking the more sheer, glittery type nude shades until the lady working at MAC suggested a more matte nude lipstick with a matching nude gloss. I instantly fell in love with it! The satin matte lipstick is called Spirit $14.50, which is a muted pink beige brown that can work for many skin tones. The matching lipglass I got with it is called Wildly Lush $18.50, which gives a complimentary vanilla flavor to the lips. I also found out that this lipglass plumps and moisturizes the lips with Vitamin E for extra environmental protection.

If you're fair skinned like Scarlett Johannson...

Use a rosy, pink tinted lipstick nude lipstick. Picks: Smashbox's Flawless $22, Clarin's Rouge Hydra Nude Lipstick 02 Nude Coral $24.

If you have golden skin like Mila Kunis...

Use a light, creamy base nude lipstick. Picks: Creme d'Nude by MAC $14, Lancome Color Fever Shine #204 $25.

If you're olive skinned like Eva Mendes...

You can use practically any nude color! Picks: Revlon's Nude Attitude $6, MAC's Viva Glam Gaga 2 Lipstick in Box Nude $14.50.

If you have dark skin like Gabrielle Union...

Try a rich, gold brown lipstick. Picks: Bobbi Brown's Cocoa $22, Givenchy Rouge Satin Lipstick in Gold Brown #15 $25.


When wearing nude lipstick, remember to choose a color that's 2 shades within your natural lip color or else it wouldn't be considered a nude lipstick look anymore. Make sure there's no dead skin residue on your lips, and apply balm before applying the nude shade since it can become chalky. To finish up the look, apply a neutral gloss over the lipstick for a complete nude lipstick finish.

Don't choose a nude color lighter than your natural skin color, it's only going to make you look washed out and don't use lipliner with the look unless it's the exact same color.

Now that you have all the information you need, try and find a nude lip color suited for your unique self. There is plenty of help at make-up counters to help you decide which look is best for you, so don't be afraid to experiment. Who said nude wasn't for everyone?!

You Just Do You, Imma Do Me

Camille

JAIDEN'S Pick: Beautiful Black Women Of The Year

Beautiful black women grace this nation from coast to coast and the rest of the world. If I only knew them all, this post would run on forever and ever. You may happen to be a reader who's a beautiful black woman too; that means I'm talking to you too, sweetie.

These are women that I've watched throughout 2010. They have portrayed beauty, confidence, consistent style, some WACKINESS, and humanitarian services (giving back to the community), and more.

There are so many more beautiful black women to list. The following pics that I have posted do not come in ranking order. So take in the beauty of these BEAUTIFUL BLACK WOMEN OF THE YEAR:

Halle Berry

Zoe Saldana

Rihanna

Beyonce Knowles

Alicia Keys

Gabrielle Union

Meghan Good

Chanel Iman

Garcelle Beauvais

Vivica Fox - It may not be natural beauty, but it's beauty..

Do you agree that these are some beautiful black women? Hey my beautiful princesses of color... you belong here, too...