Dark and Lovely at Harlem Fashion Row Show

I know, I know...I've been gone for a while. It's been hard juggling work, wedding planning and my YouTube channel...and I've neglected you guys. Sorry :-(

Once my wedding is done i can be more committed to my site. PROMISE!!!! For now...enjoy this never before seen video from my Dark and Lovely Fashionista contest

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Thursday Smiles

I know i haven't posted in a while...i've been super busy planning my wedding :-(

I came across a funny video on Black Hair Media and HAD to share it with you all!!!!

Enjoy!

SaturDate with Beauty

COULD YOU BE BLACK OPAL’S NEXT TRUE BEAUTY?

 

The search is back for the NEW face of Black Opal Cosmetics! The leading beauty authority for women of color, announces its 2013 Black Opal True Beauty Model Search. The national contest kicks-off on February 4th and online entry will run through March 4th 2013.  One grand prize winner will be awarded a $10,000 educational scholarship and become the new face of the brand for 2014.

Black Opal is on the hunt for women of color that are beauty enthusiasts with educational aspirations to be the face of the brand who are courageous enough to experiment with various looks and styles that compliment their beauty routine.  A TRUE BEAUTY is a confidant, self-assured, chic, stylish, modern and articulate woman whose beauty radiates from within.  Her light shines bright and she takes pride in her beauty as well as her brain.  If this sounds like you, then Black Opal needs to hear from you!

Applicants will be evaluated based on essays, community service involvement, educational aspiration and a photo, which represents TRUE BEAUTY.

 A panel of judges from the beauty and entertainment worlds will include, singer/songwriter and VH1’s Love & Hip Hop cast member and R&B singer Olivia; Celebrity Make-up artist Frank Guyton; Noted and board-certified dermatologist, Dr. Cheryl Burgess; Celebrity Hairstylist Eric Bland; Style Network’s Chicagolicious cast member Valencia; and Celebrity Fashion Stylist Andre Austin.

One grand prize winner will receive a $10,000 scholarship (payable directly to the school), an all-expense paid trip to New York for a fabulous photo shoot, and the opportunity to be featured in Black Opal’s 2013 marketing materials. In addition to the grand prize winner, two finalists will receive $2,500, an all-expense paid trip to New York City while seven finalists will be awarded $1,500 scholarships (payable directly to the school) as well as a chance to be featured in Black Opal promotional materials. All winners will also receive complimentary Black Opal skincare and cosmetics products.

 True Beauty hopefuls, can enter to win the national contest by visiting www.BlackOpalbeauty.com/truebeautymodelsearch or via Facebook at Black Opal Beauty. Entrants must complete an entry form, upload up three recent photos of themselves (taken within 3-months) and write a short essay.  No purchase necessary.  For complete rules, please visit www.blackopalbeauty.com.





Get up on it girls!!!!!

Rip the Runway Everyday

Dark and Lovely is partnering with BET wants you fabulous ladies to“Rip the Runway Everyday” by entering to win hot accessories and tuning in to see Dark and Lovely on BET’s Rip the Runway!

Rip the Runway features today's hottest performances with the latest in high-end urban fashion and this year, Dark and Lovely’s very own Bria Murphy will be gracing the catwalk on March 20th and will be hosted by the beautiful Kelly Rowland and Boris Kodjoe.  Also making an appearance at this year’s fashion show will be the newest products to the Dark and Lovely family, the 6 Week Anti-Reversion Cream Serum, the Au Naturale Anti-Shrinkage maintenance and styling line and Go Intense!, the 1st hi-impact, hi-care permanent haircolor.

Sweepstakes begins on February 1st and ends on March 15th.  50 fabulous winners will be randomly selected on March 31st with one grand prize winner receiving a stunning designer luxury handbag valued at $1,000!  First prize winners will sashay away with a premium designer handbag valued at $250 and the remaining winners will receive a contemporary clutch valued at $60.  For a chance to enter the sweepstakes visit www.iamdarkandlovely.com/riptherunway for details and simply complete the online form. 

For official contest rules, please visit iamdarkandlovely.com. No purchase necessary.

How I Make Clip Ins

My Top 5 Favorite Products of 2012

Tips from Celeb Stylist Johnny Wright for a New Look in the New Year!

Sponsored Post:

It’s time to say “see you later” to the things that were so last year now that 2013 is in full swing!  Feel like you need to switch up your look for a fresh start in the New Year?  Johnny Wright, celebrity hairstylist whose clients include the First Lady Michelle Obama, has tips on how to revamp last year’s style to make it 2013 worthy!

Johnny says…

Add color:

“Whether it’s subtle or dramatic adding some color can be the perfect way to give your hair that extra somethin’. Highlights, lowlights, or an all over color can make your features pop and add the shine you were craving.” Dark and Lovely’s NEW Go Intense! has an array of sizzling, vibrant shades designed to compliment any skin tone: Golden Brown, Radiant Copper, Spicy Red, Dazzling Brown or Magic Plum.

$6.99 in mass-market outlets and beauty supply stores.

Get a cut:

“Is your hair weighing you down? There’s so many ways to switch up your style without chopping it all off (unless you want to).  Cut layers, angles, or do something different like adding bangs to give some flair to last year’s look.”

Switch up your product:

“Sick of the same old product? Expand your horizons and see what else is out there! One of my favorite new product lines for 2013 is the Optimum AMLA Legend line made with amla oil extract to nourish the scalp and hair. Specifically, the AMLA Billion Hair Potion makes hair visibly thicker and fuller – it’s a must try!”

$9.99 in mass-market outlets and beauty supply stores.

Sometimes all we need is a little change in our appearance to give us the extra “umph” we need! 

Liebster Award

Bebe from Hairausforderung nominated me for the Liebster Award. Thanks girl!

I was asked to answer 11 random questions:

 1. What comes to mind when you think of Amsterdam (The Netherlands)? Always think of that green stuff (lol)

2. Online or Offline shopping? Online all the way

3. What mobile phone do you have? Iphone 4S (White)

4. All time favorite tv-show? Family Guy

5.What do you tend to splurge on? I used to splurge on hair but now it's shoes

6. Favourite quote? Don't be afraid to try something new. An amateur built the ark. Professionals built the Titanic

7. Why did you start blogging? I wanted to document my hair growth and help my lovely readers along the way. Also i wanted to spread the hair knowledge i learned. If it wasn't for me finding Long Hair Care Forum i don't know where i would be

8. How many siblings do you have? 3 sisters (two older, one younger)

9. All I want for Christmas is.....? Is a big booty girl...Joking...i don't celebrate Christmas

10. What is your favourite scent? Michael Kors Very Hollywood

11. Ever heard of the country Surinam? Yes...a close friend of mine is from there.

I will like to nominate the following bloggers:
http://thatgabriellemarie.blogspot.com/
http://www.mrsjarette.com/
http://myhealthyhairjourney.blogspot.com/
http://relaxedhairhealth.blogspot.com/