FASHION FIX #3

WE DID IT!!!!

We now have made CHANGE and elected Barack Obama as the President of the United States! I look forward to continue being part of this amazing movement and historical time in American history. I'm sure everyone can remember where they were on the special election night of Nov. 4, 2008. I was at Grant Park in Chicago working for an international television network (I'm also a tv producer). To be in the midst of the energy and emotion of the thousands of people was overwhelming, amazing and unforgettable! With that said, I felt it appropriate to begin this FABULOUS FASHION FIX with a spotlight on our new FIRST FAMILY...

FIRST FAMILY FASHION

There have been a lot of opinions about the fashions of our new FIRST FAMILY, but I will say they were dressed classy-beautiful. The Obama daughters, 10-year old Malia and 7-year-old Sasha are being called "fashion trendsetters in the making". I definitely believe the style of the entire family as well as the young ladies will be watched closely. The good news is that First Lady Michelle Obama is becoming a fashion icon and is very grounded in her fashion sense and believes in fashion that does not break the bank. On the historical night President Barack Obama wore a navy blue worsted-wool, two button suit by Chicago-based Hart Schaffner Marx. Of course, the Presidents' suit was custom made, but ready-to-wear suits by the designer retail for about $1,500. First Lady Michelle Obama wore a red and black silk chiffon and satin cocktail dress by Narciso Rodriguez. The dress is from Rodriguez's Spring 2009 collection and was tailored/toned-down from the actual dress on the runway (shown below).

Malia Obama wore a red silk taffeta dress by Biscotti Inc. that retails for $110. Sasha Obama wore a black dress by Gerson & Gerson under the children's label Iris & Ivy that retails for $72. The dress will be available next spring in a variety of colors and fabrics at Nordstrom and Dillard's. For more great images of the Obama family log onto Black Voices.com

GQ MAGAZINE PRIVATE EVENT @ ARMANI

I attended an exclusive event at the Chicago Armani Boutique. Very F-A-B-U-L-O-U-S event! There are some beautiful pieces for men and women in the boutique. I have to give major props to GQ magazine for being a great style source for men. I love styling men! For all gentlemen who need a little help in the style department - email me your questions and comments. GQ is currently holding a contest where you could win a $10,000 wardrobe and GQ Photo Shoot! Click here for the GQ Rules contest info.

ELLE ACCESSORIES - DECEMBER 2008

On the topic of Magazines....ELLE Magazine has released their accessories issue and it is filled with a plethura of amazing accessories - shoes, handbags, hats, jewelry, scarves, pantyhose and more! You can view/download it online at Elle Accessories but if you can get it, it's worth every penny! Here are some of my favorite items...

HOT!!!

Marciano Lacey Heel - 4"

Available in 3 different colors

$300

HOT!!!

Christian Louboutin Forever Tina

Suede Shingle Boot - 5"

Available in Fuchsia or Black

$1,575

VERY FLY!!!

Emanuel Ungaro 

Eelskin Sandle

$1,070

BANGIN'!!!

Jil Sander

Wool Felt Coat

$3,545

FEMININE & FLY!!!

Versace

Mink Clutch

Price Upon Special Request

PRADA CHICAGO BOUTIQUE WINDOWS

I don't usually give acknoweledgement to boutique window design but PRADA has the game on lock right now! The PRADA Chicago boutique is positioned at the corner of prestigious Oak St. & Rush St. which is a prime location to "bring it." I have walked past these windows for many years and the current window design is by far the best ever! Stay tuned for pics.... The weather in Chicago has been rainy and want to bring you the best images possible.