Sneaker of the Day: Air Yeezy 2 Sneakers and Kobe 7 Cheetah Sneakers

Many of us know how Kanye West likes to do collabos with other companies. Well, this right here is no exception. Rumoured to be doing a collabo with both Kobe Bryant and Nike, there's the birth of the below pic of the Kobe 7 Cheetah sneaker, as well as the Air Yeezy 2 in this colorway for about $250.

I think it's hott; anyone who wears this will definitely set themselves apart from the crowd.



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VANESSA ACCUSES KOBE BRYANT OF SLEEPING WITH OVER 100 WOMEN DURING MARRIAGE

I saw an article yesterday claiming that Vanessa Bryant accused Kobe Bryant of sleeping with over 100 women during the course of their marriage which was a span of 10 and a half years.

“[Vanessa] estimated that he was averaging at least 10 affairs a year with different women over the course of their marriage and puts his number of conquests at 105...The lies and deceit hurt, of course, but racking up those kinds of numbers is mind-blowing and left her devastated. And when she discovered he was cheating during the recent NBA lockout, that was the final straw. her private detective caught him redhanded with incriminating photos.”

What's a woman to do if she knows that her husband is constantly cheating on her? I don't know how much I could've dealt with that dilemma, but even though Vanessa wanted to divorce Kobe four years ago, her mother advised her to keep at it until the ten year mark came. Now that the number totaled 10 and a half years, it is time that Vanessa peace out with her first paycheck being $75 million dollars. Money can buy you something after all!

You Just Do You, Imma Do Me

Camille

WATCH THE THRONE!!!

This post is LONG OVERDUE!!! Anyways, I went to Watch the Throne on the last day, Tuesday December 13 at Staples Center. I got to sit at Premiere 9 area, which was a good distance though I wish I was closer to the stage.

Starting off, Jay-Z and Kanye were on 2 different square stages that rose from the ground. Not only did they perform songs from Watch the Throne, but they also did their own songs which was amazing. I have to be honest, I don't know all their songs necessary especially for Watch the Throne, but you'd be surprised how much I do know.

Crazy thing was on the Premiere floor, I walked right past Usher who was in like an all red fit. The craziest thing was that people hardly noticed it was him, and he was like my height in heels, which is like 5'6. At the concert, Kanye pointed out Drake, Big Sean, and said Kid Cudi was in the audience as well. Tell me why after Kobe and Vanessa's divorce hit the papers, it also pointed out that he was at the same exact concert as well! I will never meet freakin Kobe Bryant, gosh darn!

Though I admit I might not ever pay that much again for a rap concert, I do give the show props for the amazing light show they put on. Some big bucks were spent on that, you could definitely tell. I also give props to Jay-Z and Kanye for sounding exactly like how you hear them on the radio.

To end the show, everyone was anticipating NIGGAS IN PARIS since the days before, they did the encore of that song, first 5 times, then 9 times. Because it was the last show in LOS ANGELES, they first performed the song twice. With people cheering for an encore, they came back out and performed it 8 more times making it a record 10 TIMES! What was cool was that for the video to this song, the footage from that concert, with them performing it 10 times will be featured! Hope I'm in it! ;P

Overall the concert was definitely an experience. I had a lot of fun with my friend who went with me, just dancing and singing (well rapping) along. Towards the end got a bit dangerous though when haters from the upper deck threw a plastic cup of alcohol down in our section, then proceeded to actually throw a glass cup that almost hit us! First of all, thank goodness nothing happened; secondly: good thing you didn't show your face; third: how the heck did you get a glass cup?! Guess next time if I'm ever at a rap concert, I'll be up close and personal so you can't even try to touch me!



You Just Do You, Imma Do Me

Camille

KOBE AND WIFE VANESSA DIVORCE

On Friday, Vanessa Bryant (wife of Kobe Bryant) filed for divorce after 10 1/2 years of marriage citing "irreconcilable differences". Kobe's infidelity first took it's big hit back in 2003 where a Colorado woman accused him of sexually assaulting her. Through that ordeal and press conference, Vanessa stood by his side through a public apology that came in the form of a $4 million ring.

Being that Kobe is a superstar, it's inevitable that he has been cheating on his wife which therefore built up Vanessa's endless suspicions. Coming from a female's point of view, I know for a fact that a woman's intuition never fails. Even though it's one of the worst feelings to experience, it's better to know than not.

Sources say, "She's been dealing with these incidents for a long time and has been a faithful wife, but she's finally had enough. This one is the straw that broke the camel's back." Another source claims that Kobe is desperately trying to do whatever it takes to save their marriage.


Vanessa signed the divorce petition the beginning of this month on December 1st, and Kobe signed his response December 7th. According to docs, Vanessa is asking for joint custody of their two daughters with Kobe having visitation rights as well as spousal support. Within the marriage, there is also no pre-nup involved, so Vanessa is entitled to have half of Kobe's empire. Now that the divorce is going underway with Vanessa being represented by celeb reps Laura Wasser and Samantha Klein, what will now happen to the great NBA player that many people looked up to? Will he be affected? I guess we have to wait and see...

Btw did anyone see Metta World Peace's comment about the divorce? His status on FB said,"Kobe's gettin divorced.. Kim Kardashian is paying attention." BURN.



You Just Do You, Imma Do Me

Camille

TOP 10 BEST LOOKING NBA PLAYERS

As we should agree on, the NBA is known for their basketball talent, NOT LOOKS. Don't you ever wonder why most of the guys are not good looking? Well this came to my attention last week now that it's during playoff season. I managed to pick the best looking NBA players in the league, which proved difficult, but it had to be done. ENJOY!!!

10. AMAR'E STOUDEMIRE: not only is he making it big on the court, but off the court as well being at the top fashion shows sitting next to Vogue's Editor-in-Chief Anna Wintour. He also gives a lot back to his community through his Each 1 Teach 1 Foundation to provide safe drinking water in Sierra Leone by funding the building of water wells in impoverished villages.

9. DERRICK ROSE: nothing is more attractive than an NBA player who not only won Rookie of the Year in the 2008-2009 season, but is the youngest player in history to win the MVP of the Year award for the 2010-2011 season. He's also a very humble guy who values his family and friends.

8. THABO SEFOLOSHA: this Swiss player speaks three different languages -Italian, French, & English- and is well traveled, living in five different countries. He catches your attention on the court, so foreign.

7. RUDY FERNANDEZ: he's Spanish, that's all I have to say.

6. DWIGHT HOWARD: this dominator leads the NBA every year in rebounds and blocks. Not only is his body physically insane, but his boyish face makes him very likable. He is also very active in community service where he has his own foundation, and aims "to raise the name of God within the league and throughout the world."

5. DANILO GALLINARI: he's Italian, that is all.

4. KOBE BRYANT: The Black Mamba...enough said. He may be the veteran of the list, but he still dominates, and doesn't look like he aged at all.

3. CHRIS PAUL: his hazel eyes sparkle, sighhhh.

2. TREVOR ARIZA: every since I saw him for the first time, he became the apple of my eye, LAUGH OUT LOUD!!! He's of Dominican and Turks & Caicos Islands descent = too spicy.

1. GEORGE HILL: he is currently the Apple of my Eye, this man is too good looking for words. The word is he has only 3% body fat, get me some of that!!! HAHA.

Whether you agree or not, this is the TOP 10 LIST. There is not much to choose from in the NBA, but there are a few privileged players out there who are blessed with talent and attractiveness.




You Just Do You, Imma Do Me

Camille

THE NBA GETS THEIR FASHION ON

Starting the 2005-2006 of the NBA basketball season, the NBA instituted a mandatory dress code where players actively involved in team or league business had to wear collared dress shirts or turtlenecks with dress slacks, dress jeans, or khakis paired with appropriate shoes and socks. Senior Vice President of Player Development for the NBA, Michael Bantom said, "The dress code was part of a larger discussion about the business of basketball, the players' role in it and projecting a positive image."

Gone are the days when the professional athletes would buy dress shirts and slacks in bulk such as the convenient custom shop Elevee in Van Nuys. "True to their competitive nature, once they started dressing up...they started competing with each other to see who could dress the best," Bantom adds. LET THE COMPETING BEGIN...

Top NBA players of the game found this rule change as an opportunity to show their fashionable side by hiring stylists for themselves. Many of the guys actually enjoy fashion and found this as a form of expression away from their daily uniform work attire. According to a Sports Illustrated poll of the best fashion sense off court, 137 NBA players named Dwyane Wade as best dressed, with Kobe Bryant in second, and Lebron James in third.

4. Chris Paul
5. Carmelo Anthony
6. Kevin Garnett
7. Juwan Howard
8. Ray Allen
9. Keyon Dooling
10. Zaza Pachulia
11. Steve Nash
12. Dwight Howard
13. Amar'e Stoudemire
14. Derek Fisher
15. Jarrett Jack

You can see these guys gracing the covers of men's style handbooks like GQ and Esquire, even sitting front row at fashion shows alongside Vogue's Anna Wintour. It's common for them to have fashion side projects and brand endorsements aside from the usual basketball shoes. Jermaine O'Neal from the Celtics just launched a menswear line called Le Jaunty. Knicks' player Amar'e Stoudemire is collaborating on a women's collection with popular fashion designer Rachel Roy. Kobe Bryant of the Lakers is partnering with Nubeo to create a line of ridiculously expensive watches.

To each man comes a certain fashion aesthetic that clearly defines him. Wade's style is Gucci/Ralph Lauren. Bryant gets his clothes custom made, but Giorgio Armani and Dolce & Gabbana are his favorites. Wade and Odom stylist Calyann Barnett along with Bryant's stylist Paige Geran both swear by Tom Ford suits and George Esquivel shoes.

These professional players have more than just a career to uphold, now it's all about what they can bring to the fashion world. Whether it's on or off the court, the competitiveness of the NBA runs in their veins.

You Just Do You, Imma Do Me

Camille

KOBE BRYANT BOUNCES BACK FROM GAY SLUR OUTBURST

Last Friday during the Lakers game against the Spurs, the Lakers who haven't been exactly ending their season on a good note, were playing another disappointing game. Kobe Bryant, the main player on the team was obviously frustrated and after being called for a technical, called the ref a "f(bleep)in fa(bleeeeppp)ot" This gay slur caught on tape and repeatedly replayed for everyone to see caused a huge controversy especially to the gay community.

After an apology and $100,000 later, Kobe Bryant is turning this hurdle as another obstacle to overcome. The Lakers have teamed up with NBA Executives and GLAAD to help fight homophobia in basketball. Lakers spokesman John Black spoke, "We appreciate the input we've received from GLAAD the past two days and will look forward to working with them on ways to help educate ourselves and our fans, and to help keep language like this out of our game."

Kobe is hoping to meet with gay groups to turn this negative outburst "into a positive and raise as much awareness as we can to say that it is not OK to...insult and disrespect." Speaking with President Joe Solmonese of the Human Rights Campaign, a gay lobbying group, affirmed that Kobe was very solemn in his discussion with him. "We had a very sincere conversation in which he expressed his heartfelt regret for the hurt that his words cause," Solmonese said in a statement. He told me that it's never OK to degrade or tease, and that he understands how his words could unfortunately give the wrong impression that this is appropriate conduct."

GLAAD most recently worked with the New York Yankees and World Wrestling Entertainment to also fight homophobia in sports, especially those which are male dominated.

You Just Do You, Imma Do Me

Camille