Website: Models Blog

Alek Wek - How To Spend It Magazine, June 2010 shoot by Andrew Yee

Freja Beha Erichsen – Interview Magazine, April 2010 Shot by Craig McDean

I stumbled across a fabulous blog called 'Models' a couple of days ago and the above editorials [and more] from various glossies -can be found there. I love it and have subscribed…..check it out at: http://picsandmodels.blogspot.com/

*Note: Regular readers to Fashion et al know that wherever possible -I credit all Blogs/websites/magazines if I take photographs/ideas etc but after many months of stumbling across various blogs/websites etc that have being copying my two blogs –it reach a its zenith/crescendo when I came across a blog via an African magazine website [I’m a fan via facebook –and thus I’m updated regularly] that didn’t only copy my style or celebrate the various fashionistas that I do [I don't have a problem with –its good to see black stylish women celebrated] but has also called her blog ‘fashion et al’ -can you Adam-and-Eve it? I have grown-up folks -because even though she is doing all this -I’m not upset, –I am very flattered! But I think its shows ‘some’ style -if you credit the rightful people with their rightful work/ideas/images etc .............xx

Objects of Desire: Liberty Print Knot Watches

£55.00                 http://www.liberty.co.uk/

Why not add one of Liberty ‘Hot’ prints to your wrist this season -with their new ‘Liberty Knot Watch’? Made from a variety of Liberty’s exclusive print fabrics, -the Liberty Knot Watch comes in a variety of prints [classic or 60’s print fabric ] to match or clash fabulously with any outfit -and can be tied, twisted and doubled up for however you like to wear your watch...............

Hair: Janet Jackson goes natural

Blogland’s awash with burning su-su-su [gossip to you] about sista Janet’s newly cropped hair [the big jagger-jagger issue being –whether she really cut her hair or just took out her weave-on or if she’s loosing her locks –thanks to years of wig wearing…..my goodness!] Personally, I love it. She looks light, happy [she's in a new relationship] and natural –what’s not to love?

Rihanna's a Rockstar.............

Fashion et al Hearts Zoë Kravitz

I’ve loved Zoë Kravitz’s style -forever. She’s how I imagine a lovechild of Lou Doillon and model/DJ Joy Vieli –would look like. She is –in my opinion a trendsetter! I love the way Zoë can go from slouchy rock princess in one-off t-shirts and customized denim shorts combo to uber groomed urban-socialite in cute-as-a-button Chanel dresses [Karl Lagerfeld’s a family friend] in a flash……x

Bring Love to ‘you’.... Leon Suede Love shoes

£600.00         http://www.georginagoodman.com/

Beauty News Flash: Laila Ali Launches Her Own Beauty Range

The youngest daughter of Muhammad Ali, TV presenter and Athlete –Laila Ali has a new beauty and skincare collection due to launch –shortly. I haven’t seen products yet –but I believe its due to launch in the US next month and in the UK –shortly after.....I’ll keep you posted.

Get Shorty S/S 2010.........

Alexa Chung, Nicole Richie, Kate Moss, Damaris Lewis, Alexandra Burke, Rihanna Daisy Lowe  Rachel Bilson and Zoe Kravitz –air their legs in customised denim shorts.............

Woven Shoes S/S 2010 [cute socks optional]

Dries Van Noten S/S 2010 Woven Raffia Bootie

Coussin 140 Basket-weave boots by Christian Louboutin's

Tan Nitza 2fae3 Shoe Boot by Nicole Farhi

Black and cream woven leather brogues by Dries Van Noten

Capra leather shoe boots by Sigerson Morrison

‘Andrea’ Weave white leather flats from Office...

Tan Nadie B Platform Shoes by Nicole Farhi

Beige Crochet leather ballerina flats by Tapeet's

TopShop -cute socks / flat shoes S/S 2010

Objects of Desire: Umbrellas by Pasotti Ombrelli

Swarovski crystals, leather handles, silver/silver plated handles, bamboo handles, and Chestnut Handles -Pasotti Ombrelli has been making the best umbrellas and parasols [with handmade handles] in the world since 1956........to commission your own design, order or find out more about Pasotti Ombrelli visit: http://www.pasottiombrelli.com/

Crazy hair by Culdesac and Studio Marisol

Photo // Katrin Backes © studio Marisol / Hair // Marisol Suarez © studio Marisol

Credit: http://www.yatzer.com/2172_crazy_hair__culdesac_and_studio_marisol

**I love the hair....I'm totally inspired....x

Words of Wisdom: Venezuelan President Hugo Chávez

"When we were children, we were told that we have a motherland, and that motherland was Spain. However, we have discovered later, in our lives, that as a matter of fact, we have several motherlands. And one of the greatest motherlands of all is no doubt, Africa. We love Africa. And every day we are much more aware of the roots we have in Africa... Racism is very characteristic of imperialism. Racism is very characteristic of capitalism. Katrina is—indeed, has a lot to do with racism–no doubt about it. Hate against me has a lot to do with racism. Because of my big mouth, because of my curly hair. And I’m so proud to have this mouth and this hair, because it’s African."

Stylish Afro-Saxon: Charlotte Carter Allen

Ex Boombox gal - Charlotte Carter Allen is pretty hot stuff. A Model [she with Elite, NYC], an actress [she was in 2nd Flashing Lights video by Kanye West -above] and a musician – Charlotte’s style is very rock’n’roll with a dash of glossy haired glamour...–and I love it... You can check out her music at: http://www.myspace.com/charlottecartermusic