The Color Purple…

Thandie Newton arriving at the UK Premiere of "The Last King Of Scotland" during the opening gala of The Times BFI London Film Festival, at the Odeon Leicester Square last week in London. The movie kicked off the annual film festival, which runs from October 19 to November 2.
Top: Clyde, $110.00, www.faith.co.uk; Araminta, $109.99, Aldo; SKU #7243142, $99.95, www.zappos.com
Middle: Tassel, $89.95, Steve Madden; Prencella, $99.99 (On Sale!), Nine West; Pango, $79.95, Steve Madden
Bottom: Dot Studded Ankle Boot with Crossed Buckle from a selection by Marc Jacobs; NV, $169.95, Steve Madden; Petre, $275.00, Georgina Goodman

Move over Dorothy, your red shoes are so passé! Purple is the new shoe color of choice amongst urban fashionistas. Perfect with either jeans or a dress, they bring an unexpected twist to any outfit - who else is going wear purple pumps? See Thandie for proof, that outfit would typically be paired with black, red or gold heels, but the purple takes the look to a whole new level. Also try these $25 pumps from www.paylessshoes.com.

A Cut Above The Rest…

Simonair, the face behind Cecilia Jane.
Left to Right: Sahara, $55.00; Sophisticate, $55.00; Tempting, $40.00 all available at www.ceciliajane.com

I always get excited when I discover a new and talented emerging designer, especially when their pieces are as beautiful and unique as Cecilia Jane’s. Simonair, is the creative visionary and founder behind the online boutique which is filled with creative, hand-made handbags and accessories. Originally hailing from St. Thomas Virgin Islands, this Fashion Design & Marketing major has been sewing since the tender age of thirteen. Visit www.ceciliajane.com to browse through her current collection and if you don’t see anything you like don’t worry, you can order a custom-made bag designed to your specifications. Be sure to keep an eye out for Simonair’s first clothing line launching soon.

What Say We?... Yay or Nay?!

Keesha Sharp arriving at the Mercedes Benz and Vibe Magazine Honoring of the Cast and Producers of "Girlfriends" last week in LA.

Lord knows Keesha’s character is a total Biotch in "Girlfriends," (wonder if William will actually marry her?) In any case I’m not really feeling this get-up she has on, the proportions aren’t right and the dress doesn’t quite fit her and the hair… something is a little off. Anyway can you believe this girl has a web site? I guess she’s doing big thangs!