Style

By Souleo. After going from a bad girl to a style diva R&B artist, Olivia returns to answer a few questions. You know what that means. Check below as Olivia goes in on dues who bling too much, confirms her real hair color, talks why her puppy thinks she is crazy and more.

Stop the hype: Dudes wearing 800 chains. Where are you going? Don't over accessorize.

I can't get enough of: Cold stone. I love the birthday cake mix.

If I was your woman: You'd be a happy mother******!

I wish I could: Heal the world.

Favorite brand: Baby Phat.

You'd be surprised to know: I'm not a natural blonde. Some people really think that but it's black.

I dance in my underwear to: Hall and Oates as my puppy walks around the room looking at me like I'm crazy.

When I was younger: I would walk down the block singing skip to my loo with my mom.

Five years from now: I don't know what to say 'cause I believe I will exceed my own expectations.

I'll never say never to: Love.

When I'm alone in bed at night: I thank God for all the things he's given me and what he won't give me.

For more information please visit:

www.oliviaworldwide.com

Paris Hilton makes a career comeback with a new arrest; groupie turned Hollywood private investigator (sarcasm) Kat Stacks exposes Soulja Boy and may be his baby mama; Dr. Martin Luther King Jr's legacy gets abused in one day; and why politicians want to put a stopper on the flow of information.

Paris Hilton One-ups Fellow Train Wrecks

We have had the pleasure of not being subjected to Paris Hilton's shenanigans for quite a while now but it seems she misses the limelight.  To get back in center stage it appears she done went and got herself arrested for an alleged possession of cocaine.  Shocker!  Not!

"She's just smiling b/c she's making news.'Suck on that Kim Kardashian' is written all over her face."

Source:   www.dlisted.com

Commenter:  WWJDFAKB

Hate the Game, Not the Groupie

Kat Stacks has had quite the week.  Not only did she expose Soulja Boy for possible cocaine use and may be his baby mama but she also flirted with NBA player Carmelo Anthony on Twitter.  The latter action was enough to get Carmelo's wife, Lala Vasquez to tweet a threat and then have Carmelo put a bounty on Kat's head that may mean criminal charges for him.  As amoral as Kat Stacks' actions are I have to agree with the commenter below that these celebrity men really need to be more careful with who they associate themselves with.

"Is he serious? That's not even necessary. I mean damn, I know she trouble but she 
wouldn't have been putting ya buiz out on front street had yo nasty a** not messed 
with this STD-infected mole rat in the first place. Take responsibility..."

Source:   www.mediatakeout.com

Commenter: allenk893

Political Stunts in the name of Dr. King

Thousands gathered on the National Mall to honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr's "I Have a Dream," speech but the rally wasn't lead by the usual ones.  It was conservative commentator Glenn Beck and tea party advocate Sarah Palin using Dr. King's name to call for America to restore "honor."  Of course activist Al Sharpton couldn't let the moment go by without raising some kinda hell and he was there with a counter rally.  I can't blame Al much especially since it seems like a hypocritical political/publicity stunt by Glenn and Sarah (two folks with very controversial stances).   After all wasn't Sarah the one who defended Dr. Laura's excessive abuse of the N-word recently?  Hmmm...

"Beck delivered a lecture about honor, BP followed up with a lecture on protecting our environment, Mel Gibson spoke on anger management, and Sarah Palin closed with lecture about the effectiveness of abstinence only sex education."

Source:   www.huffingtonpost.com

Commenter:  johuyik

Hindering the Flow of Information

This is where the political red tape gets confusing but I will try my best to break it down for ya.  There is a Free Flow of Information Act which is being threatened with modifications after the Wikileaks scandal, which released classified military documents.  Despite the Pentagon's  report that the release of those documents did not endanger U.S. national security,  Sen. Charles Schumer and Sen. Dianne Feinstein want to specify that Wikileaks and other organizations like it should not be able to protect the identities of confidential sources.  Who cares?  Well, according to the commenter below we should because that would mean that the government is determining what validates a news outlet.  Also such a move would place fear in confidential sources from coming forward.  In an age of corporate domination when we can't always rely on  the mainstream news we need to protect sites like Wikileaks which do the job others don't do.

"...Our current government is expecting the people to relinquish our rights all in the name of security. We must remember the words of Benjamin Franklin when he said "They who can give up essential liberty to obtain a little temporary safety, deserve neither liberty nor safety. "

Source:   www.prisonplanet.com

Commenter:  nucleardiver

By Souleo. After tracing Dondria's stylEvolution, she is back on the final day of her "takeover" with her top urban clothing fall looks.  As you will see Dondria likes to keep it nice and simple with selections that have versatility and can easily go from casual to super stylish.  Check it all out below to get the "Dondria" look for this season.

Luxirie by LRG Polin Romper

Rompers are in now and you can take one and do it up with accessories, shoes and a belt.  I would wear it with knee high or thigh high boots and a cute scarf for the fall.

My Favorite Vest by Mystique Apparel

I love jackets and vests because it makes the whole outfit that much more exclusive.  I would wear nothing underneath it or put it over a white tank top.

Essentials Tank Top by Poof Women

I think everybody male and female needs a basic tank top.  You can keep the look basic with sneakers or dress it up with shoes.  You can also put a jacket over it or wear it plain.  There is just so much you can do with a simple basic tank top.

By Souleo. Bad girls aren't always authentic.  Sometimes beneath the layer of boldness is a feminine sexuality yearning to be set free.  Such is the style journey of R&B singer, Olivia.  When she first arrived on the scene with J. Records and her hit song, "Bizounce," she had all the hip-hip clothing, attitude and sass of a bad girl.  It turns out that was all a front.

"When I was on J. Records I came straight out of college and was the experimental artist.  They made me the bad girl, Alicia Keys the good girl and Jimmy Cozier all the way reggae.  I'm trying to fit in but I wasn't that [bad girl].  I came straight out of church and that's what made them love me.  So I was confused," she said.

Being the former lone female member of 50 Cent's, G-Unit clique gave Olivia the chance to begin defining a new sense of style for herself with less bad girl posturing and more sexiness.  But it's now as a fully-fledged independent artist where she is learning o balance her tough and sexy sides by taking control of her image

"I've always been sexy but I'm also a tomboy 'cause I love my sweats and Nike's.  Now my style is balanced.  It is crazy, sexy and cool."

To attain her look Olivia relies heavily on accessories noting that all it takes it a hot bag, shades and shoes to get fierce.

"Your accessories set off what you wear.  I'm a firm believer that your whole outfit doesn't have to be expensive so long as your shoes, shades and bags are on point."

Olivia is currently in the studio working on her forthcoming release Show the World and taping her upcoming VH1 reality show, "Married to Hip-Hop."

For more information please visit:

www.oliviaworldwide.com

Check out Olivia featured on Vaughn Anthony's new single "In Your Shoes," here:

Fantasia nearly robs the world of her glorious voice with an alleged suicide attempt supposedly over a man; JetBlue flight attendant, Steven Slater becomes the hero of many overworked and underpaid Americans with a dramatic airplane exit; Angelina Jolie comes under sharp criticism for her daughter Shiloh's fashion choices; could Google and Verizon lead us to the end of the Internet as we know it; and genetically modified sugar beets are put on hold, thank the Lord!  It's all here in this week's round-up.  You know you want the scoop.

Don't Let Fantasia's Lover Off the Hook

It's been a hell of a week for singer, Fantasia.  Not only did she endure the wrath of the media and public when her lover, Anwtaun Cook's wife accused her of breaking up their home and filming a sex tape, but the poor girl went and allegedly tried to commit suicide over the whole ordeal.  Fantasia we are praying for you.  In the aftermath so much blame and focus has been on Fantasia but as the commenter below notes we should not forget that Antwaun needs to be held accountable too.  After all he potentially bamboozled both his wife and Fantasia.

...we have no idea what this man was telling Fanny as you call her when they first got together...If the bama say it's complicated yeah i'm married but we've been separated...LIAR let him finalize his divorce first and then if he's still interested come back but until then let that cheater be with someone else...

Source:   www.theybf.com

Commenter: Tasha

This is How You Quit Your Job

Have you ever wanted to just quit your job on the spot and not look back?  Well, Steven Slater, a JetBlue flight attendant did just that but in a dramatic style fit for a movie scene.  After allegedly being cussed out by a passenger who was violating airplane rules and then accidentally getting hit on the head by the passenger's luggage, Steven did the unthinkable.  Steven cussed out the passenger over the loudspeaker, activated the emergency slide, grabbed a beer and made his grand exit.  Whether he was wrong or right the whole situation underscores the daily frustration of America's workforce.

"What he did resonated with so many people because many are feeling the pressure of
a failed economy, a disengaged president, are asked to take on more responsibility for less pay and a rude public."

Source:   www.radaronline.com
Commenter:  gutsygirl

Just let a Girl Dress Like a "Boy"

Actress, Angelina Jolie is on the defense when it comes to her 4-year old daughter, Shiloh's non-traditional female attire.  With her penchant for swimming trunks, ties and loose pants, many are having a stroke over the young girl's tomboy look.  Why do people even care is beyond me.  As this commenter notes we should care less about what Shiloh is wearing and more about the perms we give our children to look like Beyonce.

"You have to pick your battles. And personal appearance as long as it is not offensive or harmful to others is not one of them in a lot of households. Get over it! This same mentality is what has ppl perming the chit outta their babies hair and chit! Trying to conform!"

Source:   www.sandrarose.com

Commenter:  OutsidetheBox

Quick, Somebody Protect the Internet

It's already happening; the powers that be are slowly but surely tightening their grip over the Internet.  Well according to net neutrality advocates such is the case with Google and Verizon's joint policy proposal for an "open Internet."  Many along with the commenter below fear that such a proposal is a way for the companies to create a pay-to-use Internet system that will raise prices for certain actions and lead to a corporate takeover of the world wide web.  So if you want to freely and easily download your scandalous material you might want to take heed.

"These companies want us to think that they have limited capacity and that they can't keep up with speed and content demands. That's how they justify this and when it all comes down to it, my bits are no different than everyone else's bits. There should be NO discrimination of information origin or use."

Source:   www.pcworld.com

Commenter: wolfmoon13

Don't Drink the Water or Eat the Sugar

Be careful what you eat because if corporations (Monsanto Co. and others) and select scientists have their way most of tomorrow's food won't be the real thing.  Thankfully, a federal judge has placed an obstacle to making that a reality by removing the government's green light of genetically altered sugar beets until there is a more thorough review of what it all means for consumers.  In a world of fake breasts, lips, and faces can't we at least ingest real food?

"About time. Monsanto and all the other corporate greed machines need to be reigned in. We aren't on this planet to ingest their experiments so they can reap profits and monopolize the market."

Source:   www.huffingtonpost.com

Commenter:  Scooder

By Souleo. Wyclef Jean announced he is running for president of Haiti and Sean Penn ain't having it; Queen Latifah ignites gay rumors once again; Lady Gaga admits the obvious (drug use); nominations for MTV's Video Music Awards create a battle of the Stans; and a proposed mosque near the 9/11 site leads to major controversy.  It's all here in this week's round-up.  Don't be scared.

Sean Penn Challenges Wyclef Jean's Presidential Bid

Wyclef Jean's announcement that he is running to be the president of Haiti in the aftermath of the country's natural disaster has elicited a range of reactions: surprise, hope and suspicion.  Actor, Sean Penn has had the latter reaction as he called out Wyclef for allegedly mishandling $400,000 of his Yele Haiti charity (Wyclef has since stepped down from the organization) and questioning if he really has the ability to make a difference.  Hmmm, food for thought.

"the fact remains that Haiti needs someone who understands politics and is ready to give his life for his country. Haiti needs a president who actually resides on the island and not someone who will fly in every 6 months. I think it's ridiculous that anyone thinks Wyclef Jean is qualified to run a nation when he couldn't even run his own business affairs. His own band member (who is also Haitian) refuses to endorse him."

Source:   www.sandrarose.com

Commenter:  Sandra Rose

Is This What a "Straight" Woman Does?

For years Queen Latifah has beat around the bush (no pun intended) when it comes to allegations that she is a lesbian.  Well, the cat may be out of the bag this time (again, no pun intended) with these recent pictures of her and personal trainer/"friend" Jeanette Jenkins embracing on a yacht.  As this commenter notes few are surprised at the pictures and many would support the Queen if she is in fact a lesbian and comes on out..

"now who didn't know Cleo was a lesbian?? C'mon son! LOL! Do you Queen! That's her business!"

Source:   www.theybf.com

Commenter:  Anonymous

Lady Gaga Admits Drug Use

Here she goes again, grabbing headlines with one of her "shocking" revelations.  Well, I can't say I was super surprised by Lady Gaga admitting she "occasionally" snorts cocaine in an interview with Vanity Fair.  I mean after all she doesn't come across as a little conservative homemaker.  Still, the commenter below is quite funny for their reaction to the news.

"Now I know why her music stink ....

Source:   www.dlisted.com

Commenter: surely

The Stans Can't Take It!

MTV's Video Music Award nominees were recently announced and while Lady Gaga nabbed a historic 13 nominations for the year, it is the nominations surrounding Beyonce and Rihanna that has Stans acting a fool on the blogs.  It is so hilarious when the Stans defend celebrities like it's their mama.

"Beyonce got 8 Noms while sitting on her a** while Rihanna working and falling on stage only got 1 lmao!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!"

Source:   www.thatgrapejuice.net

Commenter:  BLASIAN

By Souleo. What is the best accessory when it comes to complementing your head-to-toe Dereon, Coogi and Polo look?  According to celebrity dentist, Dr. Catrise Austin it's a healthy and brilliant smile.  Dr. Austin has perfected the smiles of Hollywood stars such as Busta Rhymes, Missy Elliott, Toni Braxton and hip-hop icon, Slick Rick.  In her new book, 5 Steps to the Hollywood A-List Smile: How the Stars Get That Perfect Smile and How you Can Too she covers everything from the pros and cons of the latest dental procedures, how to find free or low-cost dental care and the urban cosmetic dentistry trends you might want to stay away from such as grills.

"You can't look good with messed up teeth and grills have done a lot of damage.  10 years ago with Slick Rick I took out the gold.  It was very pleasurable for me because it changed the health of his teeth.  I've also had some people request diamonds right in their teeth.  It's not unhealthy so long as it's removable.  But it's best to go natural and avoid artificial things," she said.

Dr. Austin's tips for attaining and maintaining a natural smile is through four simple proven steps: brushing, flossing, rinsing with mouthwash and tongue scraping.

"You should brush 3 times a day after every meal to remove the sugars from your teeth.  Some people think flossing is a pain in the butt but you can use the thin strips and it gets rid of bacteria.  Rinsing with alcohol free brands helps to rinse away hidden bacteria.  A tongue scraper with ridges on it will lift bacteria from the crevices of the tongue even better.  There is a line of products called BreathRx which has everything you need."

For those constantly on-the-run and wanting to whiten their teeth, Dr. Austin recommends, Crest White Strips or her latest procedure, the Snap-On Smile.

"You can instantly change the look of your teeth without altering them with the Snap-On Smile.  It is like the grills of cosmetic dentistry.  There are no needles since we make a molding of your teeth that you flip over your teeth.  It's a cheap and affordable way to change your smile that will go great with your outfit."

For more information please visit:

www.vipsmiles.com

By Souleo. w/assistance from Melissa Santaella and Amanda Grace - JimmyJazz.com is taking it to the streets with our brand new feature highlighting some of our most stylish urban clothing shoppers at local Jimmy Jazz stores. To kick it off we start with Ushae Smith. Ushae's laidback look is perfect for the summer since it gives her the freedom that every little girl needs to run around, and as her T-shirt says have some "fun in the sun." Read more about Ushae and check her out posing with her mama, Lisa.

Name Ushae Smith

Age: 3

Favorite brands: Rocawear and Baby Phat

How I describe my Jimmy Jazz style: Chic, pricey and cute

By Souleo. Diddy swings from a chandelier; Foxy Brown gets arrested again; Kid Cudi attacks yet another fan; false accusations of racism lead to media/political circus; and a gay rights activist gets discharged from the military.  It's all here in this week's round-up.  Check it.

Diddy Has a Ball

Surprisingly this shot for GQ Magazine has created quite a buzz online.  In my opinion it's a fun image but nothing that should have controversy stamped all over it.  Yet the image has ignited talk of a midlife crisis, gay rumors and allegations of coonery.  Still few comments were as funny as this PMS inspired line.

"Diddy oh Diddy."

Source:  www.sandrarose.com

Commenter:  SugarPieHoneybunn

Foxy Brown

You would think after serving time in jail that hip-hopper, Foxy Brown would be extra cautious about getting involved in unnecessary drama.  Well such is not the case after she was arrested for violating a protective order filed against her dating back to 2007.  According to the rumor mill, the partially deaf star was blasting music from her Brooklyn home during rehearsal for a performance which led to a confrontation with her nemesis and neighbor, Arlene Raymond.  As the comment below demonstrates Foxy needs to bring the focus back to her music and away from the antics.

"I thought Foxy couldn't even

I thought Foxy couldn't even get arrested now nowadays...guess po-po are the only ones checking for her..lmao...."

Source: www.theybf.com

Commenter: Anonymous

Kid Cudi Attacks Another One

Oh no, not again.  After a fan hopped on stage during Kid Cudi's recent show the hip-hopper couldn't resist getting an ass-whooping in.  While there's much that could be said about that action it's the comment below about the security guard that has me cracking up.

"Why was Rick Ross doing security?"

Source: www.rapradar.com

Commenter:  freddy

Media & Political Organizations Jump the Gun

After long-time freedom fighter and USDA employee, Shirley Sherrod's comments were taken out of context a media firestorm was lit.  What was meant to be an inspiring story surrounding race and class issues turned into an example of how quickly and easily the media will crucify without justification, and how politics will stay play the race card.  Thankfully the commenter below reminds us of the true meaning of Shirley's speech.

"It was about a "life-lesson"...a "teaching" moment...Life presents you with choices just as it "colors" your responses to those choices by your experiences. This lady had great justification to give in to her baser instincts, but she chose to grow beyond her prejudices...a lesson for us all."

Source:  www.huffingtonpost.com

Commenter: Ron333wood

You Can't Keep a Good Soldier Down

After coming out of the closet and taking a stance against the military's "Don't Ask, Don't Tell" policy Iraq war veteran, Lt. Dan Choi has been formally discharged due to his sexuality.  The commenter below helps put this case into perspective by reminding us all of the military's many former acts of discrimination and why this case is no different.

"Fact is until Truman integrated the service, before the country was integrated, blacks were in different units in the army. And as late as the 60's women were put up in "WAC shacks" and treated as second class citizens. That was the rules of the day. And they were wrong."

Source:  www.cnn.com

Commenter: FirstShirt