BREATHE

Reynolds and Griffin Strike Again!

2009-04-21T09:46:00.003-04:00

Like books??? Me too!

Reynolds and Griffin have released a much anticipated read cleverly named "My Name is Jason...Mine too".

The pair, Jason Reynolds (author) and Jason Griffin (Illustrator ) tell their journey in this book in only a way that they could do it..pictures and poetry! Great for people like me...lol

Be sure to support !

Buy the book at Amazon today or pick it up in your local store on May 1st!

VIEW THE VIDEO-BUY THE BOOK-HAVE A GREAT DAY :0)

It's SLIM

2009-03-24T00:44:00.003-04:00

Pittsburgh Slim that is. Doesn't ring a bell...How about this...

I'm sure yall still don't have a clue. It's okay, P. SLiM has been grinding with his very own movie that's coming soon, music, etc. The single that's out right now, is "CRazy & I Love it...L-Love It".
Hope you dig it too, no offense ladies. LoooVe YoooU

Dap Out

Stone & Rob Caught on Tape

2009-03-23T23:39:00.004-04:00

My favorite most under-rated Dynamic Duo is back at it again with their new release "Stone & Rob Caught on Tape" 3/24/2009 (cop that). Blessing us with their smooth jive coolie high style rhymes, I'm just glad their still in the game. Some of yall need to get wit it or just plain beat it.

P.S.
I would mention the new MF Doom coming out, but yall not worthy enuff. LoL

Dap Deez

The Charles Asher Experience

2009-03-20T11:27:00.003-04:00

Asher Roth is definitely happening on my FAVORITE HOLIDAY OF HOLIDAYS, 4:20

This Sonic joint is pretty tight to me.

Your Welcome...Your ALL Welcome

Dap Out

Do It 4 DiLLa

2009-02-19T11:06:00.004-05:00

Please Pick This Up. A Tribute To J DiLLa from MadLib. Don't do it 4 me, but...Do It 4 DiLLa.
"MadLib: Beat Konducta VoL. 5-6; A Tribute To..."

who wants 2 b down with the "RICH KIDS"???

2009-03-19T14:17:00.003-04:00

Coming straight from my D.C. brethren Tabi Bonney. The track is well...."DOPE" (shameless plug, go cop that). Produced by none other than The A.J. Kid. If you don't know who this funky drummer is...Shame On You (Look him up). He's produced for some...let's just say elite in my book..."Rhyme Worthy Artists".
But anywho, the video definitely has a retro/old school texture to it. Reminds me of a old school beta tape being played (let's just say 80's baby).
Peep the video, Support the brotha, & yes...there is a familiar face in the video.

Dap Out

rich kids from tabi Bonney on Vimeo.

BENJAMIN BIXBY

2009-03-13T16:26:00.004-04:00

Many musical artists are releasing clothing lines this year. They follow in the footsteps of Sean Combs, Gwen Stefani and other fellow lines designed and named after some of musics great artists. None compares to what Andre 3000 has in store for us. I just got word that on Wednesday he released his Spring 2009 line labeled Benjamin Bixby, in Holt Renfrew in Canada. GQ recently said that he is the designer to watch. His line is for the sophisticated gentleman who isn't scared to be stylish. This line is stylish plus more.

When it was announced in 2008 that he would release a clothing line many were excited because he has and will always be someone who's style is always watched. So his passion for clothing is obvious. The fashion world appreciates designers like Andre. He is the inspiration behind his clothing and has hands-on with all aspects of his business.

The Spring 2009 look was inspired by Colonial India- SWEET! Images of the spring line isn't available on the web but I'm pretty sure the clothing is awesome because his 2008 collection was. When the images become available please look out for pics!!!

In the meantime, check out his Fall/Winter collection!

Want to see more...look for BENJAMIN BIXBY at Barney's

SONIC THE HEDGEHOG

2009-03-07T11:30:00.002-05:00

Well not the videogame character but the rapper Charles Hamilton. A young cat from Harlem that's been on his grind, waaay beyond his time, and had the audacity to waste his time with a verbal sparring session with yours truly.....Soulja Boy. Young charles is well on his way and his rhyme style is definitely like no other, but everybody's a critic. Folks I give you the weird knowledge of Charles "Sonic The Hedgehog" Hamilton.

But I will give the young dude credit, he knows his Adult Film Stars. 2 Thumbs Up from me buddy.

Remind You Of Some1.....???

2009-03-04T23:57:00.001-05:00

I'm sure you have an idea.

2009 TREND ALERT

2009-02-25T13:52:00.002-05:00

Almost every major brand and retail store are selling out of the BOYFRIEND JEAN...yes you heard me right...

THE BOYFRIEND JEAN

The first time I noticed that this was actually a trend was when I saw Katie Holmes recently and wondered..WHOA... Katie is like me...she likes men's jeans too...lol BUT THEN IT STARTED TO POP UP EVERYWHERE!!!

But not only is Katie Holmes wearing this must have jean for this season, so is Victoria Beckham, Rachel Bilson and Lindsay Lohan (only follow her style...not her way of life :0) )

So if you are a lover of all things comfy and fashionable like me, check out these celebs!

The best way to pull of this hot look is to keep it simple. Don't do over baggy and always try to pair them with a feminine top and shoe. Flat sandals or pumps makes this style jean look great. ALWAYS, ALWAYS, ALWAYS roll the bottom of the jean just above the ankle, With that being said, buy them in a straight fit. Buying a jean with a wider opening just isn't flattering when trying to pull off this look.

If you like recession proof style like me, you don't have to buy from a major retailer! Go to your local consignment or thrift store looks just as great. I bought a pair of stone wash Levi's for $3.00!!! SWEEEEET

So go out and be stylish

Peace...

Whiter Than The Whitest White Man........

2009-02-19T10:31:00.003-05:00

It's sad when my caucasion brethren can see racism when it's as BLATANT as this.

Knaye West = The New PhiL CoLLins

2009-02-18T10:37:00.002-05:00

NuFF SAID

My "Get Through"

2009-02-12T23:32:00.004-05:00

Its been a very interesting year so far...we are well into the month of February and my plans have changed. I had another birthday and discovered some things about myself. Self discovery is great and even greater with a soundtrack to go along with it.

Thank You Alice Smith

For Lovers, Dreamers and Me is a compilation of songs by this wonderful, wonderful woman! Its not only inspirational but makes me want to do better! It makes me think of my love life, career, moving away from this town and how life is about living.

AWESOME

The Grammy's.....I still don't get it

2009-02-09T11:33:00.002-05:00

My feeling is this, for you to win in your category of music is okay and all but who the F cares. Wheeew!!!, you beat 3 or 4 other artists whose albums came out like a year or so ago.
Until you win Album of the Year then you should have somthing to jump about. Until you do an Outkast move and just shut all your competitors down winning Album of the Year, then you should have something to jump about.
And I've noticed that recent A.O.T.Y. awards have gone to people that are either legends in their on right, or have faced some kind of backlash of controversy for example Herbie Hancock (which was well deserved), Dixie Chicks (who's a fan of them???), and last nights winner Robert Plant [i.e. Led Zeppelin; Legendary Rock-n-Roll] & Alison Krauss. In my opinion A.O.T.Y. should have gone to Coldplay for "Viva La Vida". But this is just my opinion.
But Like I said, The Grammy's.....I still don't get it.
Well, the best performance of the night in my opinion (it sure as hell ain't what you thinnk).

Not what I expected from the man. A grown move from the man Wayne and not the LiL boy.

DOPE

2009-02-07T01:00:00.000-05:00

January 2009 marks the release of Tabi Bonney's album DOPE. The cd dropped on January 20th with a cd release party at the Adidas store in Georgetown (DC) on January 17th. The Crayola Kid and I were sooooo there, were you???

Alot of press has surrounded this album. Mr. Bonney was featured in the Washington Post, Smooth Magazine, and was seen on DC week on MTV2...sweeeet. Also he did guest hosting on local radio stations along with fellow DC native Raheem DeVaughn.

I was fortunate to be apart of this experience. For two weekends I spent my time shooting videos with Tabi for his first two singles, "Duhh" and "Rich Kids". Talk about a great time! I met so many cool people and met the reserved Tabi Bonney. On camera, Mr. Bonney is fun and exciting but behind the scenes he is sooooo chill. At first I was like wow, but watching him I could tell that he was just taking the whole experience in and loving every moment of it. This is something that I can completely understand....seeing your city on the come up is a wonderful feeling.

So check out the behind the scenes coverage of both videos and YES when it hits MTV...look for me...Im the bald chic...lmaoooooooo

Enjoy!

Tabi Bonney "Duh" Behind The Scene from elitedc on Vimeo.

Tabi Bonney "Rich Kids" Video Shoot Behind the Scenes Part ONE (1) from elitedc on Vimeo.

BALMAIN 2009- nuff said!

2009-02-07T00:00:00.000-05:00

see more at STYLE.COM

Peace!

CURRENT OBSESSION: Acid Wash Denim

2009-02-06T22:48:00.003-05:00

Its been a minute, but IM BACK!

Winter clothing is now on sale (haven't heard, visit your local stores and get sweaters for close to nothing) and spring gear is popping up everywhere.

My CURRENT OBSESSION:

ACID WASH DENIM
Balmain showcased this look for their Spring 2009 line and I completely fell in love! The look has an 80's feel with a new school twist. Worn with sneakers or pumps, they are a sure winner!

Silence and Noise Acid Zip Twig Jean- $68.00- Urbn.com

(The Eve Jean in Erratic Stretch SelvageDenim By WeSC- $148.00- KarmaLoop.com)

Denim By Cheap Monday- On Sale 48.00- KarmaLoop.com

Dont forget to check your local thrift stores for great acid wash also!!!

Peace...

OMB - Oh My Bama

2009-01-20T23:53:00.002-05:00

It's A Beautiful Day on this chilly 1/20/2009, but you paid that frost no mind because you had your eyes glued to the tube or you were in the District of Columbia (Like I) to witness this monumentous occasion. Our 44 Man President Barack Obama. Just to be amongst soooo many people in what really felt like the United States of America, to me. It was a great feeling with an added bonus of chatting with the ever so lovely Rosario Dawson for a bit in GeorgeTown. But cheers to you Mr. President, you have your work cut out for you and your in our prayers.

It is time for us to get up and live and "Starting today, we must pick ourselves up, dust ourselves off, and begin again the work of remaking America".

Dap Out

Inspiration of 08

2009-01-10T22:00:00.007-05:00

My inspiration musically for the year of 2008 may be a who's who for some and a "oh yea...I been down with him", for others. This is my Top 5 of musical eargasms for 08.

1) The Abrstract: Q-Tip

Once "The Renaissance" dropped I knew that anything was possible. I mean hey, we did make history with our first President of CoLoR. But aside from that Q-Tip came back letting us true schoolers know to keep on believing in the music despite the junk that's been polluting the air waves as of lately.

2) Black MiLk

I damn near cried when J-DiLLa died and I felt lost musically for a minute because i felt as though who in the HeLL is gonna carry that torch from The D and let alone for Hip-Hop. Black MiLk was like a breath of fresh air with his DiLLa-esque sound which he has grown into his own of course. With Stellar effort after stellar effort I knew he was someone to reckn with in the game. If you don't know yet PLEASE get "TRONIC", and you will see what I mean.

3) iLLa-J

From the Yancey lineage of good music. Does he have BIG shoes to fill??? No, but I know he's gonna create some awesome shoes for people to try on and check out. "The Yancey Boys", was just beautifully made as the intro as to who the next Yancey is up to bat, and I see homebwoy taking it out the park for he is making his own lane in this here rap game. And I can not wait for him to drop an album with his own production because the bit that I have heard, dude is more than iLL. Maybe that's why he's known as iLLa-J.

4) Elzhi

The iLLest, Tightest, & Dopest MC ever that's just right around the corner. Damn that "on the come up" crap, the brotha been around. If you know Slum V. than you already know, if you copped "The Preface" then you already know. And he is from The D. He inspired me because he's 1 of those cats that you know is iLL and you wonder if they are using their gifts properly/wisely and Sho-Nuff he was, after blessing the masses of fans with "The Preface". An inspiration for the regular nation.

5) The Beat Konducta: MadLib

This ISN'T going in any particular order mind you, but I have to save the BEST for last (He's better than your favorite producer/rapper and what you may think is tight in my opinion). The Beat Konducta himself; MadLib a true inspiration for 08.
Here you have a musical genius that basically does what he wants musically, and the funny thing is "He Could Care Less" and you would still give him a listen just to see what he's about. He should be inspiring to many people that feel boxed in and that aren't able to do what they do best or better yet, be themselves. You should check out "WLIB AM: King of the WigFlip" to understand what is going on in the MadLib universe. Truly an inspiration for the regular nation.

There you have it folks, my Top 5 for 08 that got me off my ass of deep thought and stress, to understand "The Science" of "Gettin Up".
So, "R U Listening" or "Losing Out"?
To each his own, just know this is "The Way That I Live"

Dap Out

Inspiration

2009-01-09T18:25:00.002-05:00

2008 was a very very interesting year for me and many of my friends. Some of us, including myself, left well established companies to pursue our careers in fashion, music or whatever. It was a time of reflection and just being supportive of one another.

Eventhough there were a few rough patches in the road, these 3 cd's always seemed to lift my spirits and inspire me to never give up.

1. We Sing, We Dance, We Steal Things- Jason Mraz

Not only did this cd inspire me, it taught me how to cope with what I would always think was un-copable (is that a word??? idk...i like it...lol) Waking up to songs like Live High and Details in the Fabric always seemed to make my mornings a little more easier...

2. Whats the time Mr. Wolf?- The Noisettes

One song sums it up...SCRATCH YOUR NAME

"Scratch your name into the fabric of this world before you go"

NUFF SAID

3. Santogold- Santogold

Santi White makes me dance and her self titled album played on my mp3 player whenever I was taking long rides home or in my room feeling blue. She made me feel hella good about life with songs like Im a Lady...

Check it out

Now won't you run and tell your boyfriend

Tell him don't hold his breath for me

I've got some money I was saving

Got some hearts that I'll be breaking

Know someday they'll make a martyr out of me

I know someday they'll make a martyr out of me

She's so fine

And I like sometimes to wave it high

Up where everyone can see

I'm a lady

Got my mind made up

I like to watch the way the wind blows

What does it know that I don't get

Ooh, oh, look so pretty now

You're just so sweet

Let's see how far you can get

See just how far you can get....

So yea these three cd's got me through 2008...

Thank you, you talented, talented artists
*muah*

Let me Drool on your Open Toes

2008-12-27T12:02:00.004-05:00

Theres nothing that I love more than a woman with a nice pair of Open Toe Heels. I don't think we're gonna have a serious winter Ladies, so take that chance and show them feet off and accentuate those calves(Women with Hammer-Time need not apply...Let Alone Try, LoL).
And the woman I see with any of these bad boys on, I'm sorry, but the Pervetish(New Word...perverted fetish) Side will have to come out of me.
And I am oh so joking, but these are really are eye-catching. Hope you dig them.

I really dig these "Steven Davin"....

And these, I like the style as well as the name; Naughty Monkey's "The Hype"

Your Fashionable Bum Rambo WiLLis

Because I Can.....

2008-12-27T11:29:00.005-05:00

I'm going to hate because I feel as though I Can, on the species of Estrogenia(Women, No Pun Intended). I mean, why is it when the kicks come out for both parties, women(I love you all) get THE HOTTEST COLOR SCHEMES. Shoes are what makes the structure of style fashionable, for the right shoe is the sturdy foundation that makes everything complete.
Oh, and trust & believe I have made my opinion known & heard with some of these companies as to WHYYYYY??? the fellas can't get the fresh/cool/breath-taking colors on our feet. When I walk into a room I want to be seen from toe-2-head. You don't look at skyscrapers from head-2-toe, you look at them from the bottom up and say to yourself........WooooooW!!!
So, ladies here are the Greedy Genius Womens Cool Breeze "New Wave" & "Mirage"
and the ever so fly NIKE "Terminator"(top). I love you, but I gotta hate.

Sincerely,
Your Fashionable Bum Rambo WiLLis

You Will Be Missed

2008-12-26T16:15:00.002-05:00

Yesterday, December 25th, the world was saddened by the lost of yet another icon

EARTHA KITT

Eartha Kitt died yesterday at age 81 from colon cancer. This sultry singer, actor and fashionista will be truly missed.

Recession Proof Style: Shorts Over Tights

2008-12-26T00:00:00.000-05:00

Happy Holidays Everyone....
After spending money on gifts this year I bet you are looking through your closet thinking "whoa...i have nothing to wear"

No worries...I have just the thing...

If you are a daring chic who hearts saving money like me, then try this on for size

SHORTS OVER TIGHTS!

Yes, you heard me...
This is sure proof and ultra cute!

This look is great for city life or a quick running around. I like to pair this look with really high flat boots and a cute sweater!

Try these leather shorts by Cheap Monday over tights and a cool blouse or plaid shirt for a great party...these can also be paired with cool shoes like these:

Dolce Vita Birdcage Heel- $148.00- urbanoutfitters.com

For a day of shopping with friends how about this:

(Clothing courtesy of Forever21 and boots are from UrbanOutfitters)

So yes your shorts can double for the summer and winter...SWEEEEEETTT

Peace!

TI$A

2008-12-25T00:00:00.001-05:00

I bring to you....TAZ ARNOLD!

Some of you may have never heard of this eclectic individual, but he is a record producer, designer and all out fashion guru. He is one of the masterminds behind PASTEL, Kanye's long awaited line.

Taz Arnold created a brand by the name of TI$A. The brand is just as "out-there" as Mr. Arnolds style. I am a fan!

Here are some pieces available for sale now...but stay tuned for more.

Rings come in two sizes- small for women and large for men- $220.00

Collaboration between TI$A & Kozyndan. Very limited quantities- $220.00

Collaboration between TI$A & Kozyndan. Very limited quantities- $175.00

All products can be found at www.tisavision.tv/

EXCLUSIVE ITEMS WITH MCM

Aight....Peace