Latest Articles for soulfulbeauty.com http://soulfulbeauty.com http://soulfulbeauty.com en Latest Articles for soulfulbeauty.com http://soulfulbeauty.com/images/rss_logo.gif http://soulfulbeauty.com 60 60 soulfulbeauty.com: fashion health beauty lifestyle entertainment Celebrity Hair: Amerie and The Many Different Shades of Black Blonds http://soulfulbeauty.com/article.php?n=767 Forget about feeling different for trying something new and exciting with your hair this season, because as it seems, bold is the way to go. Looking at hair color in particular, experimenting with a variety of shades (including all the colors of the rainbow) has become the thing to do. You definitely wouldn't be the only one. R&B singer Amerie is the latest celebrity to test her inner diva and go from dark hair to light blonde. She stepped out with her new look last night while hosting the Grey Goose 7th Annual Black Affair in Dallas, TX. "I’ve always wanted to go platinum blonde, and I figured I’d finally just do it," Amerie said in an interview with Rap Up magazine. "One of the things that inspired me are photos I’ve seen of children in the Solomon Islands. They are very brown-skinned, and a lot of them grow white-blonde hair naturally. The contrast in dark skin tone and extremely light hair is really beautiful to me. So I just went for it!" Other celebs who have recently or at some point challenged their wild sides by going blonde are Mya, Cassie, Tiny, Christina Milian, Keyshia Cole, Beyonce, Keri Hilson, and of course the dark skinned queen blondie of them all, Mary J. Blige. Although going bleach blonde has been known to be the most time consuming, risky and overall damaging processes when it comes to coloring the hair, with all the new products on the market that claim to simplify things, along with the right guidance and proper care, it doesn't have to be a total nightmare. For best results, visit a stylist who specializes in hair color, or play it safe and just do a wig or a weave! Mon, 6 Sep 2010 19:03:26 GMT Celebrity Hair: Trina and Kelly Rowland Rock Tri-Color Bob Cuts http://soulfulbeauty.com/article.php?n=766 Whether you choose extra long two tone wigs and weaves, or short cuts with a touch of color, they both are proving to be pretty big right now. Recording artists Trina and Kelly Rowland both opted for an asymetrical bob with tri-color gold and blond highlights. Kelly sported her new look during Ludaday weekend in Atlanta. While Trina rocked hers at a Lottery Ticket movie release party in Miami hosted by Teairra Mari. Mon, 6 Sep 2010 05:19:03 GMT Nephew Tommy "Big Luv Denim" Plus J. Hud "Lose for Good" Campaign http://soulfulbeauty.com/article.php?n=765 Steve Harvey morning show co-host Thomas Miles aka "Nephew Tommy" premiered his new denim line "Big Luv" at the 2010 Hoodie Awards last weekend in Las Vegas, and the folks over at blackvoices.com managed to fit all the runway action on tape. The line, Tommy says is not meant for the ladies 12 and under, it's special made for the 12 and over with big love, and is scheduled to hit stores nationwide in February 2011. Meanwhile, Jennifer Hudson is on her job as the spokesperson for Weight Watchers. According to stylewatch, Hudson teamed up with the brand's Lose for Good initiative, which teaches families how to prepare healthy low-cost meals in an effort to help fight hunger and obesity. From now through October 23, Weight Watchers members and online subscribers who lose weight or participate in other activities will help the company in its goal of donating $1 million to two leading hunger-fighting organizations: Share Our Strength and Action Against Hunger. To learn more visit weightwatchers/loseforgood.com. On a side note: If you were digging the shoes on the plus size models on the "Big Luv Denim" fashion show runway, check out a few styles from the Michael Antonio collection below ;) michael antonio shoes Sun, 5 Sep 2010 19:39:58 GMT The Colors of Beauty: Lil Kim and Model Happy In The Skin They're In http://soulfulbeauty.com/article.php?n=764 Love it or hate it, it's without question that Lil Kim's koolaid drinking model's hair and eye makeup is done to perfection. Lil Kim having recently teamed up with her cousin to branch out on full service beauty salons is acting like she's ready for the competition within the industry. Not only is hair color the current trend for now and the near future, Lil Kim's own lacefront wig is at every angle on point, there's no denying that. Her lashes are pretty sick as well. Sun, 5 Sep 2010 17:34:23 GMT Ludacris Celebrates His 5th Annual Ludaday Weekend in ATL http://soulfulbeauty.com/article.php?n=763 While the rest of the world is preparing for Labor Day, Ludacris is celebrating his 5th Annual Ludaday weekend in Atlanta, GA. The weekend's activities help raise funds for the Ludacris Foundation, a non-profit organization that inspires youth through education and memorable experiences to live their dreams by uplifting families, communities and fostering economic development. Photo'd below is Ludacris, his rumoured fiance Eudoxie along with actress Keisha Knight Pullman at the after party on day 2 of the event held at Primal Night Club. Of course Eudoxie's Giuseppe Zannotti Peep Toe Booties didn't go unnoticed. For more photos from this event visit exclusiveaccess.net Sun, 5 Sep 2010 04:40:57 GMT Floyd Mayweather, Jr. Under Fire for Using Several Racial Slurs http://soulfulbeauty.com/new.php?n=617 Boxer Floyd Mayweather Jr. took to Ustream earlier today to do one of the things he does best; talk sh*t, but several sensitive, non-fighting souls are not taking his offensive words too lightly. Some are even going as far as calling his rant about the Filipino boxer Manny Pacquiao, racist.Mayweather referred to Pacquiao using terms such as midget and faggot on several occasions, and he also referenced a few Asian stereotypes by saying he will force Pacquiao to "make some sushi rolls and cook some rice." "We're going to cook him with some cats and dogs," he said. What are your thoughts? Is this acceptable considering his profession, or is it just plain wrong and ignorant (particularly since he made his comments public)? Fri, 3 Sep 2010 06:30:39 GMT HERO: 4-Year-Old Saves Great-Grandma's Life by Dialing 911 http://soulfulbeauty.com/new.php?n=616 A Florida woman probably never thought in all her days that her 4-year-old great-grandson would be the one to someday save her life, but that day came last Thursday morning.According to The Grio, Janie Mae Leshore was babysitting Devonte Dawson at her St. Petersburg, Florida home when she suffered a seizure."My mouth started to be still and I couldn't say nothing, I couldn't even tell the baby [Devonte] I was in trouble," she said. Devonte noticed his great-grandmother's arm was shaking and she wouldn't talk to him even though she was awake. It was at that moment he reached for the phone and called 911. Thu, 2 Sep 2010 23:55:09 GMT Is T.I. aka Last Name Harris (Known by A Number), Institutionalized? http://soulfulbeauty.com/new.php?n=615 Actor/Rapper T.I. was reportedly arrested last night for drug possession. This would make arrest number 34 according to a statement he made via Hip Hop DX shortly before his most recent one year prison sentence which made arrest number 33. "I’ve been arrested somewhere around 32 times,” he said at that time. According to TMZ, T.I. and his wife "Tiny" were pulled over on the Sunset Strip after making an illegal U-turn.  Police reported the smell of marijuana coming from the vehicle prompted a search and as a result they found a controlled substance which appeared to be ecstasy.The biggest problem here is that T.I. is constantly advocating for our youth. Despite all the encouraging words T.I. spills, his being arrested is what they see. I personally loved the little dude in his new movie "Takers," but with real life scenes like this and his proven inability to steer clear of trouble, he's far from a role model. Thu, 2 Sep 2010 23:24:14 GMT Forgive and Forget with Terry McMillan's "Getting To Happy" http://soulfulbeauty.com/new.php?n=614 If you've ever been in a relationship that was damaged beyond repair, then you know that sometimes it's just hard to forgive and forget. Just the thought or presence of the one who's hurt you almost always brings back those unforgettable memories that broke your heart and created mad hate.We can think of several movies that play out these types of relationships, such as Tyler Perry's "Diary of A Mad Black Woman," Martin Lawrence's "It's A Thin Line Between Love and Hate," and of course Terry McMillan's "Waiting To Exhale." And while "Diary of A Mad Black Woman" is the only movie that actually had somewhat of a happy ending by showing that we can forgive without forgetting and still be friends, award winning author Terry McMillan takes us deeper with her new book "Getting To Happy." "Getting To Happy" is the sequel to McMillan's 1992 blockbuster "Waiting to Exhale." In this sequal McMillan revisits Savannah, Gloria, Robin and Bernadine, the four African-American friends who starred in the film. Fifteen years have passed, bringing heartbreak but also joy to the quartet still living, loving and laughing in Arizona.Terry McMillan tells USA Today that in her sequel to Waiting to Exhale, her four black heroines must "learn how to heal and to start over."  "These women have to find their center again, to give themselves permission to feel joy and delight and to learn how to heal and to start over. A lot of women are afraid to start over, but it is possible," said McMillan. "I have forgiven my ex-husband, and we are now friends." In the following video, McMillan shows that she's not really a great public speaker, but it sounds like her book is a must read, especially for those who have a hard time just letting things go. Getting To Happy is currently being pre-ordered on Amazon.com with a scheduled ship date set for September 7, 2010. Thu, 2 Sep 2010 02:50:19 GMT LA Woman Gets 10 Days In Jail for Showing Her A** to The Judge http://soulfulbeauty.com/new.php?n=613 When Kimberly Senette showed up to a Louisiana courthouse in support of her brother who was about to be sentenced for car jacking and assault, Judge Steve Windhorst found her in contempt for wearing shorts so low-slung that her underwear could be seen. Her brother was sentenced to 12 years in prison for his crimes, and she was slapped with 10 days in county jail for hers. Although released early, the alleged former American Idol contestant may have learned a valuable fashion no-no; saggy pants my dear is just not a good look, and in some cases it's flat out illegal. Mon, 30 Aug 2010 08:45:29 GMT Now Playing: Cameo "Shake Your Pants" (Throwback) http://soulfulbeauty.com/video.php?n=540
"I always like to strut my thang -- shaking my pants to the rhythm swing... Do you wanna dance?"



It's okay to laugh while watching this flashback video by the legendary group, "Cameo," because I sure did. The funniest part is that this song has a long lasting groove effect as it's still a hit even today (unlike most of the music that's being put out that we have to painfully endure). Tue, 7 Sep 2010 05:38:57 GMT Spiritual Pimpin: Selling False Hopes and Robbing You Blind http://soulfulbeauty.com/video.php?n=539 This video had me spooked, made me laugh, and pissed me off all at the same time. Although I don't agree that all the people they included in the spiritual pimpin scam are guilty, I applaud whoever made the video, because it wasn't too long ago I was telling somebody how much I despise television networks such at BET who promote religious shows that sell people false hope and rob them blind. Fri, 3 Sep 2010 07:31:39 GMT Now Playing: Cee Lo Green "F**k You" (Official Video) http://soulfulbeauty.com/video.php?n=538 Recording Artist, Cee Lo Green came original with this track that speaks to all the liars, cheaters, and ungrateful people out there that don't respect their relationships, or others. For those people Cee Lo has two very aggressive words: "F**k You," (too funny).

This is the first I've heard of this artist, and I'm surprised since his single is very popular and has recieved over 4,000,000 views since premiering on his youtube channel 2 weeks ago. The new track is off his forthcoming solo LP, "Lady Killer," and scheduled to hit stores sometime this fall. Thu, 2 Sep 2010 00:40:54 GMT Now Playing: R. Kelly "When A Woman Loves" (Official Video) http://soulfulbeauty.com/video.php?n=537 Percy Sledge may have broken it down for us and let us know "When A Man Loves A Woman," he can't keep his mind on nothing else, but R&B Crooner R. Kelly is indebted to let us know "When A Woman Loves" she loves for real.

R. Kelly's new single "When A Woman Loves," is from his 10th upcoming studio album "Love Letter" scheduled to hit stores this Fall. Tue, 31 Aug 2010 01:18:52 GMT Chuuuuurch: Rev. T.D. Jakes on Three Basic Types of People http://soulfulbeauty.com/video.php?n=536 Reverend T.D. Jakes breaks down the three basic types of people: 1) Confidants 2) Constituants, and 3) Comrades. I'm definitely a confidant, which type are you? Don't worry, you don't have to say it out loud (actions speak louder than words). Fri, 27 Aug 2010 01:51:48 GMT