Cherry Blossom Time

Between March 27 and April 11, Washington D.C. celebrates the 3,000 Cherry Blossom Trees gifted by the Japanese in 1912.  An additional 3,800 were accepted by First Lady Lady Byrd Johnson in 1965, and if you have never experienced the beauty of the Cherry Blossoms in full bloom, then I wish it for you to have.


The Japanese gave the gift that keeps on giving.  Enjoy a different look on the Cherry Blossom .

The Gentle Blossom.

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Sigh.

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The Creative Blossom.

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The Whimsical Petals.

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The Coconut Blossom.

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The Yummy Blossom.

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The Mystical Blossom.

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The Sexy Blossom.

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The Original.

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The Stormy Blossom.

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Historic Health Care Reform Bill

Credit: Getty Images/AP/Reuters/The White House

  

Yes.We.Can

For No Particular Reason

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Maybe just because I have long-black-beautiful-legs that are NOT shod in Louboutin.

Go Smashers!

It's still March Madness in Philadelphia.  Temple and Villanova went down, but the Smashers Girls Team is still alive!  After a nail biter this weekend, the Final Four is set, and my mini-me is on one of the teams.  Check her out!
GO SMASHERS!!!!

Spring Cleaning

Flawless Friday

Turn up your speakers and enjoy your weekend!
It doesn't get any better than this.

Target-Zac Posen

Needless to say how much I love Target. They've done it again! Zac Posen's designs are coming to Target April 25th.  Love the tropical print above.  I believe the model is Alfre Woodard's daughter, Mavis.  She looks gorgeously familiar so now I've go some work to do.  It's going to bug me until I find out! 


The short trumpet dress on the left is patterned after the dress that was worn by Naomi Cambpell and Posen's career took off! "That was the dress that started my business . . . it's flirtatious and fun, but it has a punk, tough quality too." -- Zac Posen

UPDATE:  The model above IS lovely 18 year old Mavis Spencer, the daughter of Alfre Woodard and writer/producer Roderick Spencer.  She's an upcoming student at Columbia University and the 2010 Miss Golden Globe.

St. Patrick's Day-2010

After a long miserable winter, the East Coast is having a warm spring day.  Grab some music and get outside!

I added the pink in honor of my sands, 26 years ago today!  Love you all.

More on Desiree

The New York Times offered more insight yesterday in an article about former White House Social Secretary, Desiree Rogers.  It's a fascinating article that underscores a known fact:  Friends don't work for Friends.  I'm just sad that her tenure ended the way it did.  She brought another facet of glamour and curiosity to the White House.  Uh-Oh, that's what the problem was huh?  There can only be ONE in the White House.  Letitia Baldrige never out shined the First Lady did she?  A toast to Ms. Rogers-DC is tough.

No Flawlessness Today

I've got other things on my mind.  Liberty of London's collaboration with Target is launching in two days.  Come Sunday, March 14th, every Target star will be filled with Liberty of London's flowery goods.  Nothing is spared either.  Men, women, kids, furnishings-everything will be spring infused with the British company's signature prints.  I can't wait to see the entire collection!  Like I really need an excuse to go to Target!

DVR ALERT: VH1's Rock Docs Airs Soul Train

Tomorrow morning (12:30 AM) Vh1 is airing Rock Docs-Featuring Soul Train-The Hippest Trip in America. The documentary is to commemorate Soul Train's 40th Anniversary. It's a DO NOT MISS. You will absolutely love this historical trip down memory lane. It's worth a look for the back-story alone, but stay with it for the fashion and dancing! Passage on the first train not required-kids/teens will enjoy watching this too! I repeat-It's a DO NOT MISS. Check below other air dates:

Wednesday, March 17

11:30 PM ET/PT ON VH1

Friday, March 19

3:00 AM ET/PT ON VH1

Best/Worst Oscar 2010

There were many beautiful gowns on the red carpet last night at the Academy Awards, but they were lackluster for the most part.  Meryl Streep (in Chris March-Project Runway alum), and Helen Mirren (in Badgley Mischka) looked incredible.  Oprah sparkled in Carolina Herrera, she really looked fantastic.  I believe I'll start calling that color, "Hattie McDaniel Blue".  Oscar Winner Mo'Nique looked great, even though her dress was nothing memorable.  Ditto for the Queen (Latifah).  Sandra Bullock (in Marchesa) on the carpet caught my eye until the camera panned down on the entire gown-it was just too much shine and shimmer-gave it a cheesy look.  Mariah Carey just always looks a mess!  All that being said, here is my Best/Worst of the night.  Sorry Zoe (my girl crush).

 

Best Dressed: Cameron Diaz, Penelope Cruz, Demi Moore (#1 Look)

Worst Dressed:  Charlize Theron, Diane Kruger, Zoe Saldana

  This could have been a disaster but...Gaborey Sidibe looks marvelous!

 Much Improved over the Pole

Miley Cyrus

Oprah Winfrey, elegant in "Hattie McDaniel Blue" designed by Carolina Herrera.

Finally, the Emperor's New Clothes Award goes to Sarah Jessica Parker. All night long I heard how fabulous she looked in the yellow silk Chanel. I don't see it.  Check out the detailing below her butt.  It looks like someone left the security tag on. This was a horrible choice.

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Flawless Friday

Love that Red.

 The Satorialist

Lands' End-Canvas

Move over J. Crew.  Lands' End introduced it's Canvas brand.  They are offering stylish and affordable looks for spring.  The collection of accessories make it easy to add a nice finish to a simple tee and jeans or a nice crisp skirt/pants for day or shorts for play.    They offer an amazing array of alternatives of color/texture to their scarves, belts, and bags.  Especially in spring, its always fun to have a unexpected splash of color to make a simple outfit chic. 

Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. Mourns Loss: Linda Marie White

Sorors of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc., mourn the passing of our 26th Immediate Past International President, Linda Marie White.

R.I.P.

Philadelphia Loves the Big Apple

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Sade in Ebony

Sigh.......So beautiful.
You know I wasn't going to let this pass.
Nor would I wait until Flawless Friday.
On stands March 9th.

Questions to Ponder, Part II

Am I as thoughtful and forgiving of family as others, or do I take my frustrations out on them?
It's a funny thing about family. We know each other best-warts and all, and yet that seems to give us carte blanche to behave any way we want. You don't always have to be at your best and you know it. Family loves you anyway. It's that knowing, that confidence in the unconditional love that we have for each other that oftentimes gives us an excuse to act in ways with our loved ones that we wouldn't dare act with anyone else. It should be the exact opposite shouldn't it? It's the same way with God. He knows us, warts and all right? He loves us anyway, and it's that knowing, that confidence in his unconditional love and forgiveness that we take for granted. When everyone and everything leaves-family remains. It's the same way with God. Meditate on it and make a conscience effort to be more thoughtful and patient with those who know you best, and love you anyway.

BluLabel Bungalow-Custom Moodboard Giveaway

I love beautiful things and Erika Ward, principal designer at BluLabel Bungalow, satisfies my eye candy cravings. She has an incredible design sensibility-first and only so far on my blog roll for beautiful things. BluLabel Bungalow is celebrating reaching 100 followers with a Custom Moodboard giveaway! The moodboard is a e-decorating service that offers inspiration, a design plan, and links to shopping resources. Click the link for details on how to enter, and enjoy Erika's wonderful blog while you're there.

Artistic AYA

Soft Romantic Necklace

Vintage Memories Necklace

Paper Space Cuff with Mirrors

DC based artist Dana Ayanna Greaves, creates beautiful handmade jewelry in a variety of mediums. Her favorite materials are paper, ink, paint, and fabric. Eclectic. Gorgeous.
Available on her website, Artistic Aya, or visit her Etsy shop here.