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(Video) Made in New York, But From Detroit – Superbowl Ad FTW

Sunday, February 6th, 2011

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I was made in New York, but I’m from Detroit.  There, I said it!

Thanks Chrysler and Eminem for the 2:03-minute ad that helped me to say that with pride.

So many fellow Americans have written off my town.  Real Talk:  My rah rah left a long time ago.  But I live here; pay taxes here; married here; raised my child here; obtained my degree here; make my money here.  This is my base.  So I can’t write off this place.

No, I’ve never stepped foot through a factory door, but when the Big 3 faltered and began to crumple it affected me.  It still does.  Middle class assassination forced me into what is being labeled today as ”the New Normal.”  I had to count my losses. But I’m a NYDETer and I know how to adjust. I know that every day I have breath is a day closer to my ascension above and beyond what was, and closer to yet another “New Normal”.

Not all, but many Americans have no clue what the people of The D are made of or of our hardships and our struggles. Clearly. My Twitter timeline made this observation pretty apparent:

Tweet:   “this commercial is kinda raw”
We’re raw at times but we’re authentic and real.

Tweet:  “does eminem even live in detroit anymoer?”
Yep, he never left!

Tweet: “The last Eminem ad was strong—he’s about integrity, working-class grit, Detroit and so is whatever car company it was for. I think.”
It was Chrysler. Pay attention. And yes they do care.

Tweet: “. . . i could give a f**k about chrysler. But we all know i got love for Em and Tha D”
Give a f**k about Chrysler; they got love for Em, The D and The people.

Tweet:   “..now everyone loves Chrysler, Em and has Detroit pride. One day the Bandwagon Express will deny admission…”
Hey, I’m guilty.

Tweet: “THIS IS A SERIOUS QUESTION: based on the amnt of SuperBowl car ads, do americans really believe buying cars will jumpstart the economy?!?”
Response Tweet: “SERIOUS ANSWER: YES. On average each American car sold pumps something like 30K back into the US economy in the form of wages etc.”
Tweet to Response Tweet:  “Really?!?”

Really!!!

But Detroiters are as tough as the steel used in the cars they make and they love, are passionate about and have pride in this town as evidenced by other tweets.

So again, thanks Chrysler and Eminem for that 2:03-minute ad that had people talking, thinking, feeling Detroit.

Now Detroit. Listen up. You’ve got the spotlight . . . REPRESENT!

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(Video) ColourGurl Fashion Confessions – Why I Never Played With Barbie Dolls

Saturday, February 5th, 2011

Confession Number One

My very first best friend was a 2’5” walking doll named Naomi. She had sandy brown hair, styled in a sixties bob, beautiful medium brown sleep eyes, long lashes and chocolate mocha plastic skin. She wore a pink gingham plaid frock, identical to a dress I owned, with white ruffled ankle socks and black shoes. For years, we were BFFs, gurls, ace boons. But apparently, Naomi thought there was more to life than simply being a doll.

I Kid You Not!

One night I woke up to find Naomi standing in front of my closet, lit up from head to toe, eyes batting, body leaned forward as if about to take a step. I went into instant hysteria, screaming at the top of my lungs. Of course, by the time my Dad ran to my aid Naomi had resumed to her doll-like state. Dad never believed me and had it not been the sixties, I’m sure he would have toted me off to the nearest shrink. But back then, black folks didn’t believe in professional intervention. Nevertheless, at my request, Dad dismantled Naomi’s movable parts, removed her from my room and placed her into the dumpster, promising never to buy me a doll again.

Barbie of the 60s

Confession Number Two

I’ve never owned a Barbie doll. Part of the reason stemmed from the Naomi incident. But the primary reason had to do with there being no black Barbie dolls in the sixties. Raised by a father, whose Saturday morning ritual included the sound of vinyl hissing and popping, and James Brown’s blaring voice commanding us to “Say it Loud, I’m Black and I’m Proud”, owning a blue-eyed, blond, brunette or redhead, white doll, was not an option.

http://www.vogue.it/en/vogue-black/the-black-barbie-issue/2010/02/the-black-barbie-issue

Obviously much has taken place in the world of Barbie over the last 50 years, including the inclusion of Black Barbie 30 years ago. In 2008, Vogue celebrated Barbie’s golden anniversary, by creating this stunning “Dad” approved Black Barbie issue. Without question, we’ve come a long way. Still, as I peruse each of the 142 staggeringly beautiful images in that 2008 Black Barbie issue, and the many intricate details, I’m even more convinced that when the rest of us sleep, dolls lead a secret life.

Be Sure to Check Out the Video at the End

http://www.vogue.it/en/vogue-black/the-black-barbie-issue/2010/02/the-black-barbie-issue

http://www.vogue.it/en/vogue-black/the-black-barbie-issue/2010/02/the-black-barbie-issue

http://www.vogue.it/en/vogue-black/the-black-barbie-issue/2010/02/the-black-barbie-issue

http://www.vogue.it/en/vogue-black/the-black-barbie-issue/2010/02/the-black-barbie-issue

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(Video) Actress Taraji P. Henson Bares All for PETA

Friday, January 28th, 2011

Actress Taraji P. Henson Bares All for PETA

I’ve been getting tons of hit and run website visits this week from people searching the keywords “Taraji P. Henson”. You see, this Oscar nominated actress just happens to be a Hollywood “style watch” favorite of mine and often featured on this blog. But, visitors weren’t dropping by with hopes of seeing what Taraji wore to the last Who’s Who function. Nope. They wanted to see what she wasn’t wearing.

The beautiful 40-year-old actress is the latest celebrity to pose nude for PETA’s “I’d Rather Go Naked Than Wear Fur” campaign. Hear what inspired Henson to doff her duds for the cause.

WARNING: THE VIDEO IS GRAPHIC:

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(Video) Lawyers Need to Get Back to Dressing Like Lawyers

Monday, January 24th, 2011

Photo Credit ZZegnaOfficial

I’ve worked in the legal industry for more than 15 years and have seen a number of changes. The most obvious change surrounds business attire. Lawyers, particularly those new to the field, seem to have forgotten that their profession is one of the highest paying and most prestigious careers on Earth. Why else would those working in an industry where “smart” dressing is the uniform of a powerful and successful lawyer dumb down to a more slovenly approach to dressing?  I remember a time when aspiring professionals could learn a lot about dressing professionally from attorneys. Today, it’s hard to differentiate who’s the attorney and who’s staff. Clearly, dress codes for today’s lawyers are much different than they were 15 years ago.  Still, looking crisp, polished, authoritative and professional, even when wearing business casual attire, rules.  Whether choosing to sport a power suit or a relaxed look, lawyers should always dress to impress.

• Take Pride in Your Look and Your Profession
  Take pride in your image as an attorney.  You’ve worked hard to earn that J.D.  Look the part.
• Buy the Highest Quality Clothing You Can Afford
  Invest in a high-quality suits.  Avoid less expensive, trendier outfits. Classics will stand the test of time. You can always spice things up with accessories.
• Ladies, Make Sure You’re Wearing the Right Foundations
  Consider the quintessential items that should go underneath; Undergarments. That includes everything from Bras and Camisoles to Control Tops and Body Shapers.  These often forgotten pieces can truly make or break your look.
• Wear Colors that Flatter You
  Based on your hair color, eye color and skin tone, some colors will naturally look better on you than others. Take the time to find out which colors flatter you most and build your wardrobe accordingly.
• Find a Really Great Tailor
  Fit is paramount.  Ill-fitted clothes look cheap no matter how much they cost. Get referrals from the well-dressed people at your firm.
• Find a Good Dry Cleaners, Too
  Ask your fashionable friends who they use and try different ones before making a decision.
• Wear Jewelry Judiciously
  Tasteful accessories and jewelry can add interest to any outfit. A classic, but understated watch is a most. 
• Stay Light on Perfume and Cologne
  Like jewelry, too much of a good thing is not a good thing at all. Think about how you reacted the last time you were trapped in an elevator with someone wearing way too much cheap perfume. Don’t let that be you!
• It’s Better to Overdress than Underdress
  Nobody will fault you if you dress too nicely. And you can always “dress down” if you feel overdressed in a particular situation.

Check out these videos to help you put together a powerful look.

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