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Attention Sneaker Heads: New Jordans Released (Exclusive)
Jordan Spizikes (Jordan Bin 23 XI's) available at Flava Factory on South Blvd.
By Kia O. Moore (kia@mingleberry.com)
“Is it the shoes?…It’s gotta be the shoes!” - Mars Blackmon
Mars Blackmon, the highly recognizable early-90’s Nike commercial character played by Spike Lee, understood the power of Jordans. Mars believed the sneakers had the power to Jordanize anyone who wore Mr. 23’s branded sneakers. Once the shoes were laced Mars expected them to enhance agility, perfect shooting ability, and so on.
The Urkle- esque character with the Brooklyn branded bicycle hat got it half right. Jordans have the power to swiftly move people to the nearest urban footwear and apparel store with the latest Jordans in stock. June 5 marks the release of the fifth Spizike of the year. Charlotte’s Flava Factory (2041 South Blvd., Suite D) has a fresh batch lined up for the picking.
Air Jordans periodically releases revamped Spizikes, making the old school the new cool. Jordan Spizike Black/Varsity Red-Stealth are the final version of the five commemorative Spizikes. They pay tribute to the classic kicks with the memorable commercial featuring two black men on top of their game: Michael Jordan and Spike Lee.
Make time for a quickie and get down to the Flava Factory to get these intricately detailed, stealthy patent leather sneakers. What will make you move?…It’s gotta be the shoes!
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Famed Nike Commercial with Mars Blackmon ft. Michael Jordan
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Flava Factory Sneaker Sale ($10 and up)
Find sneakers like these on sale at Flava Factory.
by Kia O. Moore (kia@mingleberry.com)
Tomorrow kicks off Memorial Day Weekend, which translates to barbecues, parties and sales. Urban clothing store Flava Factory gives you all three in one spot. Head down to 2041 South Blvd., Suite D, and get the weekend started off right.
Every shoe in the store is on sale from Friday, May 28 to Sunday, May 30. Sneaker freaks will burst with excitement upon entering the Factory. Jordans, Nike, Creative Recreation, Reebok, Alife, Adidas and more are priced to get the stock out of the door. Prices range from $50 to $75.
In the Factory, time saves money. Throughout Memorial Day Weekend, from 10am to noon you can purchase brand named, unique sneakers for $10!!! (Yeah you read it right.) Is there a catch, you may ask? Slightly, shoes are a season or two out of date and every shoe size is not available. But come on, $10 for some slightly old Jordans, Nikes, and what not…you can’t beat that.
Flava Factory understands that sneaker shopping can take a lot out of you, so they plan on feeding shoppers. Down-home soul food from Chicken Coup and finger-licking food from Mac’s Barbecue will be served. If you need something light, cold food selections will be available. Free drinks and wine will be served as well.
Like any Memorial Day gathering, well dressed folks, good food and tasty drinks is not complete without good music. There will be a in-store DJ all weekend. And you know a good party, or good sale for that matter, does not end until early in the morning. From Friday through Sunday, Flava Factory will be open until 2am.
Come out to Flava Factory’s Sneaker Feast and buy, eat, drink and be merry.
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Where: Flava Factory
Location: 2041 South Blvd., Suite D
When: May 28-May 30
Time: 10am - 2am (all weekend)
What: Sneaker Sale ($10-$75)
Why: Brand named sneakers, Soul food, Barbecue, Good Music
Website: www.flavafactory.com
Contact: (704) 529-3900 begin_of_the_skype_highlighting (704) 529-3900 end_of_the_skype_highlighting
Inside Flava Factory South Blvd. location
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Diggy Simmons signs deal with Atlantic Records
By Kia O. Moore (kia@mingleberry.com)
It’s time to Get Down with the Young King: Daniel “Diggy” Simmons.
Diggy inked a deal with Atlantic Records on Monday, March 22. The wave of industry buzz surrounding his latest freestyle “Flow Stoopid” made the major label look Diggy’s way. His visceral flow over Nas’s rugged headnodder “Made You Look” caused internet chatter among well respected katz in the hip-hop industry. Kayne West, Common, Lupe Fiasco and Swizz Beatz gave Diggy’s track the much sought after “hip-hop cosign.”
The Young King is making his way toward the Run DMC hip-hop thrown without the help of his Dad. The freestyle “Flow Stoopid” along with tracks from his previously released mixtape “First Flight” are all professing Diggy’s love for hip-hop and his determination to make it on his own. Without the use of his bloodline connection to Def Jam CEO Russell Simmons; the 15-year-old, fashion-forward, jetsetter got his major label deal.
“Flow Stoopid! I made you look; y’all a slave to a page in my MacBook. They didn’t know I could rap. I had dem boys shook. Yeah, I’m a fashion n*gga; now hear’s a new look. “ -Diggy Simmons
Fashion-forward, lyricist Daniel Simmons signs record deal with Atlantic Records.
Verdict: Diggy Simmons most definitely has skills. Once he gets past the point of constantly feeling like he has to prove himself and thwart the naysayers, his conceptual talent will truly shine through.
He knows his way around literary devices such as metaphors, similes, alliteration and etc.; and he has had a first-hand look at the business side of the hip-hop industry. I would not be surprised to see this driven Simmons kid carve himself a place as a young hip-hop mogul. His lyrical skills, fashion expertise and charisma put him in line to be a prodigy hip-hop mogul. He could easily dominate the tween and teen sector of the industry.
It is refreshing to hear a young teenager with respect for the craft of hip-hop. Far from the Souja Boy and New Boyz sound, this young man has staying power. Being the son of a hip-hop legend, I would expect nothing less.
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Do You Have “Good Hair”?
The documentary GOOD HAIR (directed by Chris Rock) is beginning to create such a buzz within the African-American community. Whether you prefer using “creamy crack”, adding a few blonde weave pieces, or a simple doobie (like myself) – then you definitely don’t want to miss out on this movie!
Take a look at the trailer and read more about GOOD HAIR!
About the Documentary
An exposé of comic proportions that only Chris Rock could pull off, GOOD HAIR visits beauty salons and hairstyling battles, scientific laboratories and Indian temples to explore the way hairstyles impact the activities, pocketbooks, sexual relationships, and self-esteem of the black community.
Director Jeff Stilson follows Chris Rock on this raucous adventure prompted by Rock’s daughter approaching him and asking, “Daddy, how come I don’t have good hair?” Haircare professionals, beautyshop and barbershop patrons, as well as celebrities including Ice-T, Nia Long, Paul Mooney, Raven Symoné, Dr. Maya Angelou, Salt n Pepa, Eve and Reverend Al Sharpton all candidly offer their stories and observations to Rock while he struggles with the task of figuring out how to respond to his daughter’s question.
GOOD HAIR marks a reunion of the team behind Rock’s acclaimed and Emmy® Award-winning HBO series The Chris Rock Show, including producer Nelson George, writer-director Jeff Stilson, writers Lance Crouther and Chuck Sklar. The film is produced by Chris Rock and Kevin O’Donnell.
In select cities on October 9th and nationwide on October 23rd
Yes, I am a victim of my own hair. It gets done no matter what twice (sometimes even three) times a month. But hey, at the end of the day it makes me feel good and I’m gonna keep on getting it done until I’m dead & gone!
Straight, curly, purple, green, relaxed or not…do what makes you feel good. As long as it stays healthy, who cares what other people think!
Remember ladies…“Good hair is healthy hair!” – Solange Knowles
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August 09′ Carolina Cutie
Check out Ery Len our Carolina Cutie for August 2009! View more pictures on her profile page at http://mingleberry.com/carolinacutie/carolinacutie/2009/ccaugust.html
Ery Len - August Carolina Cutie
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Do You Want To Look “Flawless”? Flawless MakeUp Art Launches Membership Program
CHARLOTTE, NC-July 27, 2009- For some women, applying make up can be a tiresome chore; however, with a new Flawless MakeUp Art Membership, ladies all across Charlotte can treat themselves to affordable luxury. Created by Joy Randall, proprietor of Flawless MakeUp Art, this membership awards a variety of image conscious women—professionals, socialites and fashionistas alike, the convenience and exclusivity of having their own personal make up artist and beauty consultant at their disposal.
For an annual fee of $150.00, members will receive the following: monthly member only events, makeovers, seasonal beauty consultations, personal make-up shopping, discounts and specials from affiliate companies, free samples, special birthday gifts and more. Whether you need a full makeover for a special event, a big date or a girls’ night out, this is the perfect program for any budget.
The membership program officially launches Sunday, August 2, 2009 in conjunction with the grand opening of the Flawless MakeUp Studio located at 516 E. 15th Street in Charlotte, NC. Attendees will enjoy complimentary hors d’oeuvres and wine from 12:00 p.m.-6:00 p.m. while touring the studio. The space also houses YM Designs, a photography and graphic design studio and Loc’d Natural Hair Design, making the new studio a true “one-stop shop.” Those interested in purchasing a membership will have the opportunity to complete an application during the grand opening festivities.
For complete details about the Flawless MakeUp Art Membership program or the RSVP for the grand opening celebration, call 704.975.9526 or email flawlessmakeupart@gmail.com.
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About Flawless MakeUp Art
Joy Randall is the Owner and Sole Proprietor of Flawless MakeUp Art. She is an experienced and published Make-Up Artiste’ as well as a licensed cosmetologist wardrobe stylist with more than six years of professional experience. Joy currently resides in Charlotte, NC and specializes in Body Art, Commercial, Editorial, Fantasy, Film, Glamour, Runway and Print work. www.flawlessmakeupartgroup.com / www.modelmayhem.com/joy360degrees
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May’s Carolina Cutie
Check out Sheena Aaron our Carolina Cutie for May 2009! View more pictures on her profile page at www.mingleberry.com/carolinacutie/carolinacutie/2009/ccmay.html
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Urban Fashion Week Casting
The Urban Fashion Week
info@theurbanfashionweek
05/2/09
The Urban Fashion Week casting will take place in the following location around the
country. All models, designers, wardrobe stylist, make up artist and hair stylist are welcome to attend for consideration.Ohio Urban Fashion Week (practice / meeting)
casting 5/3/09
361 E. Broad St
Columbus Ohio
Time 3pm -5pmOhio Urban Fashion Week (practice / meeting)
Casting 5/6/09
Main Library (3rd fl conference room)
96 S Grant Ave
Columbus Ohio 43225
Time 6pm -8pmCharlotte Urban Fashion Week
Casting 5/7/09
Decor 1202
1202 Charlotte Ave
Charlotte NC, 28204
Time 7pm -9pmNew York Urban Fashion Week
Casting 5/10/09
Stepping out Studio
37 west 26th st
9th floor
Nw York, NY 10010
Time 4pm - 5:30pmDc Urban Fashion Week
Casting 05/ 13/09
Dullies airport area
send your request for interview
to: info@theurbanfashionweek.com
If you set appointment an miss it, no additional meeting dates will be set!Attention designers, models, and Stylist! This is a great way to build your brand or keep it hot.”
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Moms CAN bring Sexy Back
by Kia O. Moore
After going to work, picking up the kids from school, making dinner, helping with homework, washing clothes and straightening up the house…trying to be sexy is the last thing on a mother’s mind. After the daily routine of being Superwoman all a mother wants to do is snuggle under the covers and get some uninterrupted dream time. But sometimes Mom wants to get all dolled up and feel sexy. Sometimes Mom needs to see if she can still attract the eyes of the handsome guy sitting at the bar.
Mingleberry chatted with an ultimate sexy mom, Michelle Baena. This 36-years-old mother of three was Playboy’s May 2005 cover model. After her Real Desperate Housewives Playboy cover shoot she gained a following. That is what brought her to Charlotte last night. She was the headliner for Kiss Lounge’s regular Saturday event, Release Saturday. DJ Sanouk, owner of Lao Paperboy Management, brought Baena out to help draw a crowd to Kiss for his Bedtime Stories Tour.
Baena said that many are surprise to find out that she is a mother of a 17, 9 and 8 year old. Baena said, “I have always wanted to model, but I had my children early in life. I didn’t really think it was going to happen.” After she had her third child, she decided to get in shape and try modeling. While searching the internet for gigs, she ran across a Playboy audition geared toward MILFs (Mothers I’d Like to F***). “Playboy was doing a search for desperate housewives, and I thought to myself…that is the best way for me to get in [the modeling industry]. I wasn’t a 21-year-old beach-top bunny, ya know.” She sent in her photos and about a week later she got a call from Playboy. Then they flew Baena out to Chicago.
After Baena’s Playboy debut, her life became very hectic. “I was traveling a lot and doing a lot of work.” Baena did shoots for several fitness publications like American Curves, Surfing Magazine and Skateboarder Magazine. She was constantly doing meet-and-greets also. She still does regular photo shoots with Bench Warmer Trading Cards. These trading cards featuring attractive women in their favorite sports gear.
After three years of running from place to place like a hyperactive kid, Beana decided to slow down for a moment. “In the last year I just decided to kinda take some time off. I want to focus a little bit more on family and personal issues.” Now she is edging her way back into modeling and touring. Being the headliner for the Bedtime Stories Tour is her line back into the hectic life of a sexy-model.
Some moms do not have the desire to attract the attention of Playboy, but catching the eye of an attractive man is highly desirable. Beana decided that being a mom did not mean she was no longer sexy. She also realized that being a mom did not mean she had to put her dreams of modeling on hold. Beana used Playboy as a means to fulfill her dream and unleash her inner vixen.
Moms should take a tip from Baena and Justin Timberlake: Bring sexy back.
Michelle Baena, 36 year old mother of three
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