Let me say that I truly believe that actress, singer, and one-time Miss America Vanessa Williams is one of the most beautiful women in the world, ever! I grew up watching Vanessa on television, first as Miss America (the first ever Black Miss America), then as an actress, and then as a singer.
The Cube Style Icon: Natalie Wood
The first time I saw Natalie Wood in a film, I was a junior in high school, and we were forced to watch West Side Story in drama class. She was simply stunning, her beauty almost looked too massive to be seen on the less than stellar school TV on rollers.
The Cube Style Icon: Lena Horne
When legendary actress and songstress Lena Horne passed away last year, I was overcome with sadness. My grandmother was a big fan of hers and I grew up listening to her records and watching her in movies like Stormy Weather and The Whiz.
The Cube Style Icon: Dorothy Dandridge
Dorothy Dandridge was a woman before her time. Though her life was cut tragically short, her legacy and impact has been felt by millions of women who have adopted her grace, style, and swag.
What Happened to Real Hollywood Glamour?
Crimson stained lips, hair coiffed to perfection with deep waves and dark hues, sullen eyes with smoldering liner and just a hint of mascara for vulnerability. Shoulder pads and dresses with stiff hems, long trains, and sophisticated bustles. Perfect posture,…
Is Looking Too Beautiful In The Office A Hindrance?
Most of you have heard about the woman who lost her job because she felt she looked too good and caused too much of a stir with the males at the bank she was employed with. As silly as this…
Metropolitan Museum Of Art’s 2010 Costume Institute Gala PICS
You know I love glam and fabulosity! Since awards season is over, there hasn’t been many red carpet events that have struck my fancy but of course, there is nothing like the red carpet at the Metropolitan Museum of Art’s…
What Does The Word ‘Glamour’ Mean To You?
When I was a little girl and I perused my grandmother’s photo album, I was always in awe of her beauty. My grandmother was a stallion in her day, with her cafe au lait skin which was smooth as homemade…