Brand-New Brand: J. Blossom


Updated 05/31/07 7:24 AM · Posted by BellaSugar · 11 comments

Brand-New Brand: J. Blossom

J.Blossom is a brand with a clear mission, and a warm, fuzzy one at that. Founder Jamila White created the bath and body products with children of color in mind, looking to keep kids both clean and carefree. In a recent interview with Afrobella, White explains her motivation: "I felt like little girls’ self-esteem was under an all-out assault. Every message was telling them that something was Read more

Announcing the 2012 Oscar Nominations!


Updated 01/24/12 2:21 PM · Posted by · 3 comments

Oscar Nominations 2012

The 2012 Oscar nominations have been announced! Lots of award season regulars, like The Artist and The Descendants, got some love, but there were also a handful of surprises, like nominations for Nick Nolte, Gary Oldman, and Terrence Malick. Bridesmaids also scored big, with noms for best original screenplay and best supporting actress for Melissa McCarthy. The Academy chose nine films for best Read more

Jennifer Lopez Stops to Shop at Valentino in Sweats


Updated 01/03/12 11:49 AM · Posted by · 1 comment

Jennifer Lopez Valentino Shopping in Sweats Pictures

Jennifer Lopez may have been buying some high fashion, but she donned a sweat suit to stop at the LA Valentino boutique yesterday. She didn't have her boyfriend, Casper Smart, by her side, instead doing her post-Christmas shopping alongside manager Benny Medina. J Lo's split from husband Marc Anthony, as well as her blossoming romance with Casper, are among the biggest stories of 2011 — where Read more

Dakota Fanning Celebrates Her High School Graduation With Kudos From Her Little Sister Elle!


Updated 06/07/11 11:09 AM · Posted by · 9 comments

Dakota Fanning High School Graduation Pictures

Dakota Fanning passed a big milestone yesterday by graduating from high school in LA! The ceremony took place at the Disney Concert Hall, and Dakota's family, including her little sister Elle, were on hand to offer congratulations. Dakota came to the end of her four years at one of the city's most prestigious private academies, and now she's bound for college. She was spotted checking out East Read more

Carol's Daughter Launches Multiracial Ad Campaign


Updated 04/18/11 9:49 AM · Posted by · 20 comments

Carol's Daughter Launches Campaign With Solange Knowles, Cassie, and Selita Ebanks

In developing its new promotional approach, Carol's Daughter took a look at the latest US Census data, which reveal that more people are checking the "other" box (or multiple boxes) when it comes to race. To reflect the diversity of the population, the beauty brand has launched a polyethnic campaign. "When I say polyethnic, I mean women who are made up of several ethnicities," the brand's Steve Read more

Multiple Stars Set to Launch Their Second Celebrity Fragrances


Updated 08/10/11 2:56 PM · Posted by · 2 comments

Fergie, Mary J. Blige Launching Second Fragrances

The annual FiFi Awards took place earlier this week (see a list of winners here), and during the ceremony, celebrities in attendance had a lot to reveal about what they have coming up next. So popular their fragrances have been, many of them are set to launch their second fragrances in the coming months. To find out who and more — including whose husband is absolutely adorable — just keep Read more

See the 2011 FiFi Awards Nominees


Updated 11/07/11 2:51 PM · Posted by · 3 comments

A List of the 2011 FiFi Awards Nominees 2011-03-30 10:50:00

Perfume-ophiles everywhere have been waiting with bated breath for the official announcement of the 2011 FiFi Awards nominees, and now they're here. Each year, The Fragrance Foundation holds its equivalent of the Oscars, awarding the best in perfumery in categories ranging from luxury to indie to mass market. This year, my picks are Candide, a gorgeous jasmine fragrance from the amazing Mandy Read more