Do You Like Trina’s New Look??

The diamond princess has reinvented herself with the help of stylist June Ambrose! Trina showed off her new look while performing at the Griffin in NYC and it will also be unveiled for June Ambrose’s new VH1 reality show “Styled By June”.

Rihanna Spices Things up in New Armani Ads

Rihanna stars in a new Emporio Armani Underwear campaign. The black and white photos are definitely provocative!

She starts in a t-shirt and jeans, changes to a jean jacket with no bra and shorts, then a camisole, and finally just a bra and panties. Owwwww!!!!

Solange Rocks the Runway at Milan Fashion Week

 

Solange strut down the catwalk at the Alberta Ferretti fashion show during Milan Fashion Week Autumn/Winter 2012.  The singer, whose favorite designers include DVF, Opening Ceremony, J. Crew, and Boxing Kitten, recently signed a modeling contract with Next Model Management.

In an interview with Vogue Italia, the new aunt spoke about becoming Rimmel’s first black spokesperson.

“I don’t by any means consider myself the most qualified for model material,” she told the magazine.  “I think that people tend to respond to what is real. Black women carry that flame with so much ease and confidence. It is being captured and celebrated on all fronts in fashion now.”

Solange is finishing up her third album.  “There are a lot of songs about sex,” she confessed to V magazine.  “It’s the kind of record you put on when your man is coming over, when you’re with your girls. There are songs that make you wanna dance because we were kind of partying our way through the record, but it’s very chill.”

Solange Signs Modeling Contract With Next Models

The Knowles are getting that GWAP!  Solange Knowles has been spotted Dj’ing but that’s not all she can do.  She just signed a contract with the High Models. Solange is the under ROC NATION management. She has already been the new face of Rimmel London, Armani Jeans and Carol’s Daughter.

Expressing her joy about her new contract, Solange said:

“Artistic expression is invaluable to me in all walks of my career and I am so excited to continue to develop this path along with such an amazing team at Next Model Management. I feel right at home working with people who have worked beside such creative forces in the world.”

PETA Goes After Dr. Dre Over Furry Headphones

Hit producer/mogul Dr. Dre is in hot water with PETA over a new limited edition run of Beats by Dre headphones.

Dre, born Andre Young, has teamed with Oscar De La Renta to release a limited-edition line of Beats by Dre earmuff headphones, that are wrapped in fox fur.

Earlier in the week Michelle Cho, a representative for PETA, fired off a letter to Dr. Dre urging him to respect animal rights.

“We wanted to get in touch to urge you to keep fur and exotic-animal skins out of your Beats by Dre designs,” Michelle Cho wrote. “Foxes, minks, rabbits, and other animals—including cats and dogs—are bludgeoned, genitally electrocuted, strangled with wire nooses, drowned, and even skinned alive for their pelts.”

Cho explained to Dr. Dre that most animals are killed for their fur in China, because there are no penalties for animal abuse want for farms.

Cho also provided Dr. Dre with a video featuring Eva Mendes, to educate himself on animal abuse.

Cho urged Dr. Dre to use his influence around the world to make a positive difference in the lives animals.

“You have a tremendous amount of influence on young people,” Cho continued. “Won’t you please consider using your platform to advocate kindness toward animals by pledging never to design with real fur and exotic skins?”

Dr. Dre’s Beats by Dre fox fur earmuff headphones retail for $695.

Frank Ocean Gets Dapper for L’Uomo Vogue

Rookie of the year singer/songwriter Frank Ocean makes an in the upcoming  pages of Italian fashion magazine L’Uomo.  The spread was shot by Nabil Elderkin, who directed his video for “Swim Good.” “Frank Ocean is the best R&B lyricist since Prince,” declares the magazine. In the interview, the Odd Future singer-songwriter, 24, speaks out about being labeled, buying a new car with all cash, and becoming the next president.

On being called an R&B artist: “I’ll usually cringe at the R&B label. Because it’s like calling it urban…and what the fuck is urban music?”

On his banner year with his debut Nostalgia, Ultra and writing credits for Beyoncé, Jay-Z, and Kanye West: “Career-wise, this year feels like a montage scene in a movie.”

On politics: “My generation just doesn’t have the best taste in leadership. And weak leadership means little to no cohesion. If there’s no cohesion, there’s no real chance for effective protest or politics. Obviously, looking at Occupy Wall Street, there are a few in our bunch who still give a damn enough to rally and shout. This will change once I’m elected President.”

Ladies Would You Rock a Pair of These by FINSK

There’s nothing more sexier than when a woman wears a bad pair of stillettos with a form fitted dress or fitted jeans.  London based designer company Finsk, takes it to the next level with their unique and innovative creations.  Their brand has been worn by the top fashionista’s of the game like Beyonce, Lady Gaga, and Nicki Minaj.

Marc by Marc Jacobs Nifty Gifty Python Backpack

Marc by Marc Jacobs Nifty Gifty Python Backpack retails for about $280, and I need this in my life.  It’s made of black PVC and leather, and features snakeskin scale details and a front zip pocket with a gold logo print.

Lil Wayne to Release Clothing Line in 2012

 Lil Wayne is planning on debuting a clothing line called Trukfit at the 2012 Agenda Show, taking place on January 23rd and 24th next year.   The brand is said to be skateboarding and streetwear inspired and reps from Agenda had this to say about the brand:

Trukfit, the new clothing brand from Grammy Award winning, platinum selling hip hop icon LIL WAYNE, will debut at Agenda in January 2012. The highly anticipated line of uniquely designed apparel was inspired by Lil Wayne’s passion for skateboarding and quality streetwear. Pulling influence from Lil Wayne’s distinctive style and voice, Trukfit is made from quality fabrics and features bold graphics at a moderate price point.