THIS WEEK'S ISSUE — Updated Every Monday!
Our foreign neighbor Canada is known for producing unforgettable musical talent like R&B singer/songwriter/actress Deborah Cox, who swore to us…
In the world of gossip, talk ain’t cheap…
What is it about gossip that draws us in? Better yet, how many…
The value system that our society maintains ceases to amaze me. In this crazy world of ours people who deal…
Sylvia Arthur sets out a few inspirational and enlightening facts to get your minds in gear to explore the big…
Ever since Rodney Parker chased me round the playground of P.S.139, past the teeter totter, through the sandbox, all up…
Imagine this…
You’re headed home after a long drawn out lecture in your evening college class. Cruising down the highway in…
A celebrity is a famous person.
A famous person is one who has a widespread reputation usually of a favorable nature.
A…
“No industry is black-owned. Actually, the (NBA) Player’s Association gets 49 percent of the revenue, since most players are black.…
This issue of The Colorful Canvas Files is brought to you by a living legend whose contributions have led to a significant…
Many of us set out to find that Mr. Right, but for some, he is always seemingly attached to some…
My shrink said the strangest thing to me in therapy once. She said she was sorry she’d monopolized so much…
Q: I am going back home for the holidays and want to wow my friends and family with a glamorous…
With Hollywood for years being a haven for the long-haired blond and brunette, it’s hard to be a sex symbol…
We’re only human and equally subject to the chronic brainwashing that inevitably instills varying degrees of bigotry. Racism, sexism, homophobia,…
Times are hard especially financially, however, my girlfriend does not seem to realize the whole world is undergoing something called…
I remember exactly where I was that night that history was made. I was fast asleep in my bed and…
It was proven best in the fashionable documentary The September Issue, that Fall is the New Year’s of fashion. Fashion…
I vividly remember the day I got my first relaxer. I was 7 years old, and there I sat in…
Style Cabinet – Clutch Staff Edition: Miss Brown
Name/Alias: Shantel, (Single Black Female Addicted to Retail)
Location: Ohio & Atlanta
Profession: Enrollment Marketing Specialist & Staff Writer for Clutch Magazine
What’s in high rotation in your iPod right now? I’m old schoolin’ it, I have also been playing that old Van Hunt along with Teedra Moses, Lauryn Hill, Erykah Badu, Outkast, Billie Holiday, Journey, Maroon 5, and Jay-Z.
What’s your most expensive clothing purchase? Gucci Bag $1.450 – Thanks Chris : ) My Jeans usually range from $129-$187
Favorite Jeans? My classic Sevens, also Bebe jeans fit really cute.
What stores do you frequent? Bebe, BCBG, Nordstroms, Target, Urban Outfitters, and H&M.
What’s your favorite boutique to browse in Atlanta? Blue Genes
Favorite shopping area in (insert city)? Columbus, OH – Easton, Atlanta GA. – Perimeter Mall
What bad fashion fad did you buy into? The Cowboy hat
What fashion trends have you been seeing lately? Leggings and Flats
Favorite shoes? Christian Louboutin
Colors to Wear? Black and bright yellow
Wardrobe Staple? Denim Abercrombie and Fitch jean jacket w/scarf and big Chanel sunglasses.
Fashion pet-peeve? Wearing clothes just because they are designer.
Who is your favorite designer? Marc Jacobs (he designs classic pieces) and Tory Burch.
Favorite websites? msnbc.com, mediatakeout.com, clutchmagonline.com and ajc.com
I can’t wait for fall so I can wear . . .my tight fitting jackets with a scarf.
What fashion lesson did you learn from your Mom? None, but I did take her vintage leather coat though.
Fashion Icon? Me, I get my inspiration from how I’m feeling that day along with fashion magazines. I like to think of my style as e-clastic – eclectic mixed with classic.
1. Knit Dress, $19.80, Forever 21 2. Vintage Octagonal Enamel Earrings, $1.99, Girlprops 3. Oversized Chanel Sunglasses, $N/A, 4. Louise Woven Leather- Black, $395, Lauren Merkin 5. Natalie, $79.50, Abercrombie and Fitch 6. 7 For All Mankind, $171, eLuxury 7. Reva Ballerina Flat , $195, Tory Burch 8. Decolette Patent Tiger Pumps, $570, Net-A-Porter
RELATED POSTS
7 Comments – Add Yours
TWITTER — @clutchmagazine
- RT @MsLaurenLondon: Up on game even if I'm not playing.... 4 hrs ago
- PUSH, harder. | Clutch Magazine: The Digital Magazine for the Young, Contemporary Woman of Color http://bit.ly/8EALcr via @clutchmagazine 6 hrs ago
- @craftyfemme thanks so much! in reply to craftyfemme 7 hrs ago
- More updates...
SPONSORS — Advertise with us!
RECENT COMMENTS
- Dot on Fashion's Hot New Trend: Insensitivity
The only difference is, Vogue didn't apologize for the black face but the airline company did. I... - somebody out there on How to Represent Black Folks When the Only One Is You
What you're describing is called a "pattern interrupt".... - Megan on PUSH, harder.
Eloquent, but very wrong. The book is good and so is the movie.... - somebody out there on Regina Kimbell: The Lady Behind My Nappy ROOTS
No, not an African-Centered one, lovely as that would be. A center-less notion of beauty for the pla... - somebody out there on PUSH, harder.
I haven't seen the movie yet so I can't weigh in on what was good or bad about. I will say though th...
WEEKLY NEWSLETTER — Sign up!
RECENT VIDEOS + PHOTOS
THIS WEEK'S MOST POPULAR POSTS
NEWS.GOSSIP.INFO — Daily Blog
We are so lucky to have so many friends and extended Clutch family members around the web and that’s why we…
Basically, it appears as though there are folks within the fashion industry who are absolutely devoid of common sense. First,…
Much like a celebrity recycling dumpsite, UK reality show “I’m A Celebrity Get Me Out Of Here!” is rife with…
A girl’s got to read, this all Clutchettes know. So, to help navigate the ever-expanding world of books, Uptown Literati…
Clutchettes – we know how important it is to be educated and informed on all things beauty. From eyelash application…
By now most everyone has heard of the copyright infringement lawsuit filed by Filmmaker Regina Kimbell against Chris Rock/HBO, concerning…
Hey Shantel! Nice to put a face with a name. You have excellent style…and I think I have that polka dot dress you have on in that pic!
This feature is Shantel to a tee! Stay fly sista.
You are so pretty Shantel. I love reading your articles – you crack me up!
Dope style Shantel! Love your articles too :)
Your articles are fab and so is your style!
Girl, Chris got you that Gucci Bag?
Lets go shopping ;)! Better yet whats your size, send me what you don’t want anymore!!!!
I know I’m late with this, but I wanted to say that you have great style! Thanks for sharing your insights with us!