#give..me..life

FINALLY got to hear Theraflu x Kanye West. He is such an a**hole and that is why I love him. Ha Ha! Enjoy!

It seems like just yesterday, I decided to launch my fashion blog and document my early experiences working in the industry. I really just used it for a creative outlet. Who would've known it would lead me into greater experiences. Now it has already been a year - time really flies!

Aww! I remember this!

It's been a great year. Lots of ups, growth, opportunities, and new friends. But of course there were some dark times as well, but it has only bettered me and has made me stronger and wiser. 

I want to thank everyone that reads and supports my blog. This is a work in progress and I am so appreciative of those who have been apart of that. Special thanks to one of my best friends, Candace Henderson - my PR girl! Always spreading the word and helping this grow! 

From Give..Me..Life to typeF to many other blogs to now firstVIEW, you guys have followed me on my journey! I have some new projects up my sleeve so keep an eye out. 

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In my new book I have a whole chapter about my tragic attempt to become a hoe. I found it really hard to "collect," if you know what I mean.

-Simon Doonan

That is only a piece of the hilarity in this crazy phone conversation! Barney's Simon Doonan has always been one of my fav fashion icons; he's cute, funny, and so bite size! But this  phone call between he and Nicki just made him #1 on my list! With all of this running around during #NYFW, catch a break and a laugh:

[via PAPER MAG]

SImon Doonan: Hello! I am such a huge fan. You are one insanely creative chick. I worship you! And your video for "Stupid Hoe" is truly demented and brilliant. I watched it so many times I had to go lay in a darkened room. Directed by Hype Williams, her "Stupid Hoe" video takes the majestic Minaj legend to a whole new level of hilarious arty hoochie-chic. Nicki Minaj: Wow! Thank you so much. SD: In my new book I have a whole chapter about my tragic attempt to become a hoe. I found it really hard to "collect," if you know what I mean. NM: I hear you. SD: So I am assuming that you wrote "Stupid Hoe" just for me. Right? NM: Absolutely. You heard it here first! SD: Enough about me. Let's go deep. Really deep, and discuss the really heavy, profound stuff. What are you wearing? NM: Right now? Just a pink T-shirt and a pink thong.

SD: What is the freakiest song on youriPod right now? NM: It's gotta be my song with Big Sean. It's called "Dance (A$$).' SD: Speaking of which, are you following the presidential race? Do you know what a Santorum is? NM: What is a what?

Last night was one of the most amazing nights I've had in a while! I attended an exclusive showing of the latest collections from Alexander McQueen and furniture designer, Barlas Baylar of Hudson Furniture. What's funny is I just learned about the furniture designer about a couple weeks ago when I spotted his signature chandeliers in a boutique. What are the odds that I would be attending his swanky soiree only soon after! 

It was rainy last night yet the the evening was lovely. My friend and I were greeted with a glass of wine and bruschetta -- yes I was so ready. **Note - Key to my heart is fashion, food, and liquor. The event was held at both designer's meatpacking showrooms -- Alexander Mcqueen downstairs and Hudson Furniture store upstairs (this is where the new collection was held). Naturally, we began our night downstairs at the McQueen store. The fashion was drop dead amazing of course. It was my first time viewing the Fall/winter collection up close. It was EVERYTHING.

I entered a raffle for this clutch. I need it.

So as we are making our way upstairs, LIFE was given. Kelly Cut-Throat Cutrone, my spiritual mentor, my business guru, my motha, my love passes me and by then I'm already a bit buzzed so confidence came out and I say "HEY KELLY!". She  was super cool and said "Hey kids!". From there I decided that this woman will be my friend by the end of the night. Stay tuned for the ending of this story.

Anyway I go upstairs and view the amazing McQueen Resort 2012 collection and Barlas Baylar's lastest collection. It was all I wanted and more. 

So I see Kelly Cutrone again and this time she comes to me! When I say a third of my LIFE was given...If Beyonce would have came in next I wouldn't be here ya'll. Because my life would have been complete. Anywho, Kelly and I were really talking it up. She's so amazing! I didn't take a pic with her because the conversation was going so well I didn't want to turn into a fan -- I told you guys I'm trying to be here friend! LISTEN.

THEN she says Willow Smith was in the building. So of course I found her.

She is soooo adorable!

Other faces I saw was Rosci Diaz and Sherlen Archibald. 

The night was full of fashion, fun, drinks, and surprises! I definitely didn't know what was in store that day.  I hope you all enjoyed my story and the flicks!

Donatella Versace is making her launch for H&M the greatest most elaborate launch any retail chain has ever seen! Tomorrow, Tues Nov. 8, Versace will throw an exclusive fashion show and afterparty in NYC. According to WWD, Nicki Minaj and Prince are set to perform for the grand celebration. It is reported that they will perform post-show seperately but come on, there has to be an exclusive duet in there somehow!

“I am so pleased to share with so many the excitement of this collaboration with H&M...to have my friend, the great, the amazing, the one and only Prince, and the extraordinary Nicki Minaj both perform at the event, will create exactly the feeling of joy and glamour I want this partnership to express.” 

-Donatella Versace

This is gonna be an explosion of purple, pink, sparkles, and tights. Every gal and gay will get their life! 

King B graced the cover of Dazed and Confused. She looks flawless...and I just feel these words are pointless. DUH! SO OBVIOUS, JUST LOOK:

i love you...

Why are you so amazing?

So over the weekend I saw the film Bill Cunningham New York.

Bill Cunningham is the fashion photographer for The New York Times. Every day, he rides his bicycle around Manhattan and takes random photos of stylish New Yorkers. He has captured even some of the most fashionable people and legends, including Iris Apfel and Patrick McDonald. But don't think Bill is interested in celebrity for photo-ops. He's all about the FASHION. He finds inspiration in all areas. Whether you are a bag woman or a socialite, if your style inspires him you'll get shot!

What I love about Bill is his simplicity. He is so genuine. He doesn't do what he does for the fame or recognition, it's truly passion. He is one of the last artists living in Carnegie Hall with a bedroom surrounded with file cabinets of photos dating from as early as the 1960s (or even earlier)! He wears a blue garbage man's jacket and khakis. How's that for a fashion icon!

This old man is soooo adorable! He's the grandpa I've always wanted! His spirit is so intoxicating, I smiled throughout the whole movie. He represents the old New York -- the New York I wish I knew. A time when fashion was not just a fad, a reality show, or something so meaningless. Fashion was an art and only the true artists would contribute to the industry. In the documentary, Bill tells of his fashion stories meeting and working with some of the most influential people of all time.  One of his close friends is legendary celebrity photographer, Editta Sherman. She also shared some of her stories and is quite a character! I would love to have a one on one discussion with these two and just listen and absorb their creative energy! 

One thing Bill said that still Gives Me Life:

Fashion is the armor to survive the reality of everyday life"

So True! 

Yesterday fashion photographer, Yulia Gorbachenko showed the photoshoot team some images of her recent works. This beauty shoot took my breath away!

Makeup: Frances Hathaway

Model: Diana Rudenok

Now I can't say I'll do these looks this summer but I surely am encouraged to use bold colors! Love this! And the model, PERFECTION!