Model of the Day - Herieth Paul

At 14, Hereith went to her local open-call casting and was signed immediately. Now aged 16, she is with agency Women Direct and walked for Philip Lim and Lacoste at the Spring 2011 shows.

Herieth Paul

Born in Tanzania and raised in Canada she features in Diesel’s latest campaign and walked for Lanvin at the Pre-Fall show last week.

Paul in the Diesel campaign

Uber photographer Steven Meisel shot her for  January’s Italian Vogue in the company of Freja Baha and Fei Fei Sun. We predict big things for this girl!

Paul in Italian Vogue

Richard Gutierrez and Solenn Heussaff Cover COSMOPOLITAN Magazine February 2011 Issue

My Valentine Girls lead actor Richard Gutierrez and one of his leading ladies Solenn Heussaff are on the cover of Cosmopolitan Magazine double cover love month issue.

This issue features articles about "Flash and Belly Friendly Undies," "Why Girls are Settling for 'It's Complicated' or 'MOMOL' Status," "Flower Power: Rock The Hot New '70s Style," and exciting Valentine topics like "Top 5 Love Tips," "Best Date Ideas", etc.




You may also check out the You're Sooo Cosmo, Dear Cosmo, Cosmo Confessions, and Cosmo Controversy pages to find out how you can share your pics, opinions, and your funny/steamy secrets for a chance to win the fab goodies.

Cosmopolitan Philippines Magazine February 2011 issue is now available at all magazine stands, bookstores and selected supermarkets nationwide.

Bwood's Rockstar!

OMFG.......Now This Is A Slap

This man slaps the sh*t out of child while playing Kinect.

Nicki Minaj On SNL

Just in case you missed it

New Song Omarion - Forgot About Love

Apparently, Omarion is hard at work on his fourth studio album; a song from one of his recording session recently leaked. “Forgot About Love” meshes the euro-techno sound, with a unique arrangement of R&B vocals. If this is the route O plans on going for his upcoming project, he’s going the right direction.




Side Bar ~ Hold Up... Hold The Freak Up ... Stop The Freakin' Press. Do I hear a little Sisqo "Thong" Song kinda flow in there Mr. Omarion?

I'm just sayin'



Is it me or does anyone else think this song is perfect for Brandy?

Celebrity Inspired Nail art

So I finally did my sally Hansen effect Lace printed Nail strips I was Inspired by Keyshia Dior and Rihannas nails I thought they were so freaky and some people would be afraid to rock but not me I love them.

Indonesian Pop Star Nasriel Irham Sentenced To Over 3 Years in Prison For Sex Tapes Scandal

JAKARTA, INDONESIA (BNO NEWS) — Indonesian pop star Ariel Nasriel Irham on Monday was sentenced to over 3 years in prison for distributing two homemade sex tapes on various websites.

According to the Jakarta Globe newspaper, Irham was found guilty of distributing pornographic materials on the Internet. He has been under custody since he surrendered himself to authorities in June 2010.

Irham, 29, was charged under Indonesia’s 2008 Anti-Pornography Law for two separate homemade sex tapes involving his current girlfriend, TV presenter Luna Maya, 27 and actress Cut Tari, 33, known for her roles in Indonesian soap operas.

Approximately 1,000 demonstrators from the Alliance of Islamic Movements gathered outside the Bandung District Court and threw rotten eggs and tomatoes at the pop singer as he arrived.

The Bandung Police Headquarters deployed one thousand officers to secure the hearing. TV celebrity Luna Maya was in attendance as well as a group of Indonesian artists including legendary singer and song writer Titiek Puspa, rock star Achmad Albar and musician Melly Goeslaw.

The pop star was found guilty and sentenced to 42 months of imprisonment (3.5 years). The prosecution demanded a sentence of 5 years. In addition Irham, was ordered to pay a $ 28,000 fine.

Irham, frontman for Indonesian music group “Peterpan,” has been dubbed by various media outlets as “Peterporn,” as the scandal has stirred Indonesians nationwide.

Venus Raj To Co-Host 'Umagang Kay Ganda'

Ms. Universe 4th runner up Venus Raj adds cap to her feather as she join the roster of Kapamilya talents in ABS-CBN morning show "Umagang Kay Ganda".

This is a dream come true for Venus who long dreams of becoming a TV and radio talk-show host.

Venus announced that she is set to be included in ABS-CBN's "Umagang Kay Ganda" starting next week. She can't contained her excitement while unveiling her special role in the morning show.

"Mondays to Thursdays, makikita niyo ako sa loob ng studio at kapag Friday sa mga barangay. Maraming bago ang dadating next week," she said.

Meantime, Venus also admitted that she had a hard time adjusting to the early wake-up calls.

"Grabe ang saya kasi kahit ang aga-aga, 'yung staff ang tataas ng energy nila. 'Pag nandun ka na, lahat sila buhay na buhay, walang reason para antukin. Sobrang taas ng energy nila kaya matutuwa ka na rin sa ginagawa mo," Venus said.

John Estrada's Message To Willie Revillame: "Di kami kaaway. Trabaho lang 'to talaga!"

In response to Willie Revillame's outburst in "Willing Willie" last Thursday, January 27, 2011 regarding the new ABS-CBN noontime game show which will be co-hosted by his best buddies' John Estrada and Randy Santiago (CLICK HERE FOR RELATED ARTICLE -> John Estrada and Randy Santiago To Host ABS-CBN's New Noontime Game Show; Willie Revillame Mad About It), John sent his apology message to Willie through TV5 Sunday showbiz talk show na Paparazzi yesterday, January 30, 2011:

Read John's full text message below:

Iniyakan ko na 'to ng ilang beses, ipinagdasal ko na rin... Di ko masabi lahat sayo sa txt, pero kung bibigyan mo ko ng pagkakataon para makapagusap tayo eh di mas maganda, alam ko na nasaktan ka at humihingi ako ng dispensa.

Pero mamatay na buong pamilya ko, nung pinatawag ako, ikaw ang una kong inisip at sinabi ko kay Randy kailangan kausapin ka na namin. Kaya lang tuma-timing kami, pero 'yun nga naunahan na naman.

Di mo lang alam, kapatid, kung ano ang sinasabi ko sa kanila kung nababanggit ang pangalan mo, kahit sino pa dun, tinatabla ko, totoo 'yan... Trabaho lang 'to talaga, ang dami-dami ko pa gusto sabihin sa 'yo, bigyan mo lang ako ng pagkakataon!

At panghuli, di kami kaaway... Happy birthday! And tuwing sinasabi ko Lab u... mini-mean ko 'yon... Lab u Kapatid..."

Videos to Watch: Sarah Geronimo Performs ‘Burlesque’ on ASAP Rocks vs. Christina Aguilera’s ‘Burlesque’ Performance on Dancing With The Stars

Watch Sarah Geronimo performs Christina Aguilera's "Show Me How You Burlesque" on ASAP Rocks January 30, 2011 episode.

Compare it with Christina Aguilera's own original version of "Show Me How You Burlesque" on Dancing with the Stars.

Videos courtesy of varaindiana and PopsterEdvilyn25 on youtube

I Got A "January" Jones For These Hotties!

Oprah Winfrey ~ Jan. 29. . .(57 yrs. old)

Heather Graham ~ Jan. 29...(41 yrs. old)

Wilmer Valderrama ~ Jan. 30...(31yrs.old)

Kerry Washington ~ Jan. 31...(34 yrs. old)

Justin Timberlake ~ Jan. 31 . . .(30 yrs. old)

Side Bar ~ HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!!!

DAYUMMM IT ~ I GIVE UP!

Dayuummm U Lauryn . . .I’ve been tryin to stick it out with you, but I can’t take it no mo’!

Why you lookin’ like the damn spokesperson for the Tropical Skittles!

Side Bar ~ You truly are the Queen of the Land of the Crazies!

Nicki don't let that be your Final Destination!

BPCI Introduces 2011 Binibining Pilipinas 40 Finalists

Binibining Pilipinas Charities, Inc. (BPCI) has officially chosen and announced the final 40 contestants who will compete in this year's Binibining Pilipinas beauty pagent.

A total of 108 contestants participated in the screening but only 40 candidates will vie for the titles of Binibining Pilipinas Universe, International, and World.

BPCI chairperson Stella Marquez Araneta, directors Pitoy Moreno and Conchitina Sevilla Bernardo along with the current and former Bb. Pilipinas title holders converged at the Gateway Suites, Araneta Center, Quezon City on Saturday, January 29, to officially choose the candidates who made the final cut.

The screening and selection process is usually done closed doors in previous years, but this year, BPCI decided to allow the media to witness the event.

Here are the 40 official candidates for Binibining Pilipinas 2011:

1. Camille Alexis Baltazar, 20: Las Pinas
2 Elizabeth Clenci, 20: Australia
3. Samantha Purvor, 23: Quezon City
4. Mary Jean Lastimosa, 23: Manila
5. Jennielyn Natividad, 22: Batangas City
6. Roxanne Cabanero, 24: Davao
7. Hazelyn Santos, 22: Manila
8. Carla Lacson, 22: La Union
9. Kenneth Dimaapi, 20: Plaridel Bulacan
10. Suzette Hernandez, 24: Batangas
11. Isabella Manjon, 23: Manila
12. Sarah Nicole Clenci, 17: Australia
13. Teresa Pamela Ludovice, 22: Manila
14. Arabella Hanesh, 24: Urdaneta City
15. Gianna Therese Quintos, 24: Caloocan City
16. Patricia Marie Tumulak, 22: Manila
17. Wendy Lunas, 20: Jones, Isabela
18. Sabrinne Al-Tavine, 21: Quezon City
19. Maria Paula Bianca Paz, 22: Baguio City
20. Kathleen Subijano, 23: Woodland hills, California
21. Jenilyn Olivar, 25: Quezon City
22. Janine Tugonon, 21: Balanga, Bataan
23. Martha Chloe McCulley, 23: Pasay
24. Diane Necio, 18: Legaspi City, Albay
25. Jenn Roe Gubat, 20: Malolos, Bulacan
26. Ladylyn Riva, 23: Nabas, Aklan
27. Ma. Kristina May Marasigan, 22: Cabanatuan City, Nueva Ecija
28. Zephorah Mayor, 20: Las Pinas
29. Diana Arevalo, 22: Batangas City
30. Paula Camille Figueroas, 24: Marikina
31. Glennifer Perido, 21: Sta. Rosa, Laguna
32. Queenierich Rehman, 22: Pasay
33. Angelina Ong, 20: Manila
34. Carolyn Ty, 24: Quezon City
35. Luzelle Felipe, 18: Hagonoy Bulacan
36. Marish Alyssa Marquinez, 21: Angeles City
37. Krystle Ann Grant: 23: Hayward Ca, USA
38. Grendel Alvarado: 26: Iloilo City
39.Jenette Mieko Noguchi 23: Palo Alto, California
40. Shamcey Supsup, 24: Iligan City

The Binibining Pilipinas Grand Coronation Night will be held at the Araneta Coliseum in April with live exclusive telecast on ABS-CBN.

Cheap Chic Treat: FREE Nail Varnish!

That’s right, free nail varnish! Nails Inc. has teamed up with Diet Coke to create a limited edition catwalk-inspired nail polish collection. The new shades - Denim, Caramel, Plum and Heather Grey - are free with the purchase of two 500ml bottles of Diet Coke at selected Boots stores.

Gay Rights Advocates have a problem with Chick-Fil-A Corp

“If you’re eating Chick-fil-A, you’re eating anti-gay,” one headline read

You see, this problem I have with the Gay lobby and how they roll. They have no problem attacking a company that sponsored a marriage seminar and for the most part has a Conservative Christian culture.

They sell chicken sandwiches for God’s sakes is all this necessary?

It was less than a week ago that I offered an olive branch to GOPride, a Gay conservative group, that was a co-sponsor of C-PAC. I said they had the right to be part of the event because they were conservatives.

But, when other Gay groups pull these kinds of stunts stomping on others constitutional rights, that gets my blood boiling.

Here’s my reaction.

Let me eat my chicken sandwich in peace!

You can go suck a dick someplace else in peace and mind your own business!

The New York Times reports that the Chick-fil-A sandwich — a hand-breaded chicken breast and a couple of pickles squished into a steamy, white buttered bun — is a staple of some Southern diets and a must-have for people who collect regional food experiences the way some people collect baseball cards.

New Yorkers have sprinted through the airport here to grab one between flights. College students returning home stop for one even before they say hello to their parents.

But never on Sunday, when the chain is closed.
Nicknamed “Jesus chicken” by jaded secular fans and embraced by Evangelical Christians, Chick-fil-A is among only a handful of large American companies with conservative religion built into its corporate ethos. But recently its ethos has run smack into the gay rights movement. A Pennsylvania outlet’s sponsorship of a February marriage seminar by one of that state’s most outspoken groups against homosexuality lit up gay blogs around the country. Students at some universities have also begun trying to get the chain removed from campuses.

“If you’re eating Chick-fil-A, you’re eating anti-gay,” one headline read. The issue spread into Christian media circles, too.

The outcry moved the company’s president, Dan T. Cathy, to post a video on the company’s Facebook fan page to “communicate from the heart that we serve and value all people and treat everyone with honor, dignity and respect,” said a company spokesman, Don Perry.

Providing sandwiches and brownies for a local seminar is not an endorsement or a political stance, Mr. Cathy says in the video. But he adds that marriage has long been a focus of the chain, which S. Truett Cathy, his deeply religious father, began in 1967.

The donation has some fans cheering and others forcing themselves to balance their food desires against their personal beliefs.
“Does loving Chick-fil-A make you a bad gay?” said Rachel Anderson of Berkeley, Calif. “Oh, golly, human beings have an amazing capacity to justify a lot of things.” Ms. Anderson has been with her partner for 15 years. They married in California during the brief period when same-sex marriage was legal in 2008. They have 7-year-old twins. A visit to her spouse’s family in North Carolina always includes a trip to the chicken chain.

But as she learns more about the company, Ms. Anderson is wavering about where to eat when they travel to Charlotte in April.

“I’m going to have to sit with this a little bit,” she said.

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Best of British Talent Party

Fashion mag InStyle held a ‘Best of British Talent’ party last Wednesday at Shoreditch House to celebrate the BAFTA awards which are being held in February.

Corinne Bailey Rae

Britain’s best were out in force, kind of like a practice run for the main bash on February 13. Read on to see what they wore.

Thandie Newton in Jonathan Saunders

Elarica Gallagher in Dolce & Gabbana

Gemma Chan in Christopher Kane

Leah Weller in Dolce & Gabbana

Corrine Bailey Rae in Alexander McQueen

Memory Lane - Fashion Designers in Colour part 1

Let’s take a stroll down memory lane in search of the first notable designer of colour. It wasn’t until the nineteenth century that fashion design as an art form came into existence. Before that, clothing design was the province of anonymous dressmakers.

Charles Frederick Worth changed all that. Worth was actually a Englishman who moved across the channel to France and made his name by becoming a huge favourite of Empress Eugenie, wife of Napoleon III. He set up his maison couture (or fashion house) in Paris in 1858, marking the city out as the fashion headquarters of the world.

As you can see in this photo below, Worth used lavish textiles and ornamental embroidery picked out in metallic thread and glass or crystal beads.

Charles Frederick Worth dress circa 1887 (L)

Meanwhile, across the pond in the United States of America, a former slave Elizabeth Keckley was making waves of her own. Keckley was taught dressmaking skills by her mother and had used them to buy her freedom and that of her son from her slave master. Soon afterward, she moved to the nation’s capital where she became dressmaker of choice to the Washington political wives.

Photos of Elizabeth Keckley at different stages of her life

An introduction to Mary Todd, wife of President Abraham Lincoln, soon followed. Keckley became her personal modiste, designing her dresses for both inaugurations in 1861 and 1865.

Mary Todd Lincoln and her inauguration dresses

The two women developed a great friendship, with Keckley proving to be a huge support to Mrs Lincoln after the deaths of two of her sons, and later after the assassination of her husband. Sadly, their friendship ended after Keckley published a book called Behind the Scenes or Thirty Years a Slave and Four in the White House.

A ‘kiss-n-tell’ scandal ahead of its time, Keckley insisted she wrote the book in an ‘attempt to place Mrs Lincoln in a better light before the world.’ However, the ensuing furore led to the diminishing of her white clientele. Keckley later became a university lecturer before dying in the National Home for Destitute Coloured Women and Children in Washington DC.

We'll continue our look at the history of black and mixed race fashion designers next week.