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!

GOOD HAIR - Trailer

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 9^th and nationwide on October 23^rd

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

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

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. 15^th 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

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

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 -5pm

Ohio Urban Fashion Week (practice / meeting)
Casting 5/6/09
Main Library (3rd fl conference room)
96 S Grant Ave
Columbus Ohio 43225
Time 6pm -8pm

Charlotte Urban Fashion Week
Casting 5/7/09
Decor 1202
1202 Charlotte Ave
Charlotte NC, 28204
Time 7pm -9pm

New York Urban Fashion Week
Casting 5/10/09
Stepping out Studio
37 west 26th st
9th floor
Nw York, NY 10010
Time 4pm - 5:30pm

Dc 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.”

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