There’s just something about classic black and white images and the golden era of Hollywood before everything was a bombastic “Who are you wearing..”. I remember staying up late to watch black and white classic movies as a child and still enjoy them today. It may sound old fashioned, but they really don’t make them like they used to. I really like this photo gallery from LIFE.
One of my favorites. Growing up jazz music was always played in our home – thanks Mom and Dad for exposing me to great music and artists like Ms. Nancy Wilson. She’s still beautiful and sounding great.
American VOGUE ‘s March cover girl and music superstar Adele gets the glam makeover. WerQ!
Photo: (via) American VOGUE. View article here http://www.vogue.com/magazine/
Photography: Mert Alas and Marcus Piggott
Whitney Houston was the first black woman to appear on the cover of Seventeen Magazine in 1981.
As it turns out, Whitney also possessed one of the greatest voices of all time. She wasn’t simply a power singer, what I appreciated was the nuance. Whitney was never heavy-handed in her performances. She could give you power and strength but knew when to sound sweet, vulnerable and regal. Whitney Houston had a big girl’s voice (by traditional standards) that came out of a model’s body and face to match, a great smile and natural star quality.
I had the great fortune to be on the charts with a great like Whitney Houston, in categories together at awards shows in addition to sharing the pages of magazines. She was one of my music peers. There’s something especially jarring to know she is gone, though her music will live on.
As a mom, I can’t help but think of her daughter Bobbi Kristina as well as Cissy Houston – Whitney’s mom during this devastating time. She was a human being first and foremost.The Houston family continue to remain in my prayers.
Rest in peace Whitney Houston.
Quickly snapped this photo while stopped at a red light from my car in Beverly Hills, CA. Neiman Marcus, Christian Louboutin window; 1 of 3.
Louboutin was in-store for a special appearance.
Illustration: Anahata Joy Katkin