Fabulous Fashion and Style: Holiday Parties!

Tis' the Season for... you guessed it Holiday Parties at work. This is a time when its okay for you and your coworkers to get out of the office and see how your everyone's act outside of the normal work environment.

Well just because you are not at work, doesn't mean that you should forget where you work. It won't be smart to act like you are having a night out on the town with your girls at your corporate holiday party. You still have to carry yourself with some sort of professionalism but still not be as serious as you would be at work

Here are some styles that balance appropriateness for your corporate holiday party while still showing your nightlife style.

• Black Dresses are always a go when you a dressing up for a holiday party. Just make sure they are not too little. Dress it up with fabulous jewelry and sassy shoes and you are ready to go.
  
• Sequins is a way to show your classy party style. Sequins is really hot this season and having different touches of sequins will make you sparkle in a fashion forward way.

Holiday parties are a great way to celebrate the holidays with your coworkers and show your personality, just remember to keep it appropriate and FABULOUS!

These outfits were picked from one of my favorite online boutiques LuLus.com. They're clothes are chic and their prices are perfect for us entry-level FABULOUS BROWN GIRLS.

FBG Style Watch: Winter Coats

While winter is creeping up on us, FABULOUS BROWN GIRL wants to make sure you stay fabulous and warm at the same time! There are so many different kinds of coats that you can have several styles for any outfit you rock!

Check out some these popular outwear coat styles and let FBG know which one is your favorite!

Puffy Coat

Great for school days, weekends, or casual outings when you just want to bundle up!

Dressy or Formal Coat

Great for church or any formal event that you would wear a business suit to!

Military Style Coat

This style is cute and different to rock! It is a chic look that can go both ways- casual or formal!

Double Breasted Coat

This is a classic look that is great for young professionals like ourselves who need a jacket to match our fab professional wardrobe!

Bright Colorful Coat

This style is for FBGs who like to stand out and be seen! Bright color coats are a great way to not look like everyone else who may wear the typical black, grey, and creme!

Classic Trench Coat

This is a look that never gets old! The trench coat is timeless and everyone woman should own one. It is easy to switch between semi casual outfits and formal outfits. It keeps you warm and holds together all our beautiful curves!

Biker Coats

This style is great for our urban rocker FBGs who have a healthy nightlife! Just because its cold doesn't mean out nightlife wardrobe has to suffer. Just add this coat on top of any hot dress or legging outfit and get ready to hit the town!

FBG Photo of the Week!

Here is our pick for Fabulous Brown Girl Photo of the Week! When I saw this photo I have to admit my mouth literally dropped! This dress is amazing! Rihanna may have her own issues, but she is definitely overcoming them and looking FABULOUS at the same time.

FBG admires how Rihanna loves to switch it up! We see she is now rocking blonde tresses on top with shaved sides. She is always changing her look and apparently can pull off ANY style she tries!

KEEP looking out for more FBG Photos of the Week! Leave a comment and let us know what you think! Happy Friday!

FBG Style Watch: Thigh High Boots for the Winter

Now it is not enough for boots to come to the calf any more or even to the knee. The new must have fall/winter footwear is Thigh high boots. These boots that are normally called hooker boots are in style now and can be seen worn by fabulous brown girls trying to stay warm and chic this winter.

There is definitely something sext about a boot that covers almost your entire leg.


This Fabulous Brown Girl would not normally be so bold, but I might give these style a try. Plus its a definite plus to keep you warm and bundled up.

Check out some of your favorites rocking these boots

Racism and Fashion: Vogue's Black Face Photoshoot

I know Fashion is supposed to be seen as Art, but what are we supposed to think when we see things like this?? The first thing that comes to my mind sure isn't ART!!! .. smh...

It's not like their aren't a plethora of African models all around the world who could have taken even better photos.. So what message are they really trying to portray. I am not sure if this was meant to be racist, but Europeans always have a funny way of doing things. I am sure they believe that it is high fashion and rolling thier eyes at our ridiculous American ignorance..

Its like we are always taking one step forward just to take 50 steps back.. I mean didn't black face take place in the late 1800's?? Wasn't that like over 100 years ago..?

Do you think this black face Vogue photo shoot is racist..?

To read the history of Black Face in America Read NPR's "The Legacy of Black Face

ESSENCE Open Model Call

One of my faves, ESSENCE Magazine is hosting an OPEN MODEL CALL.

They are looking for Beauty and Fashion Models from the ages of 18-30 years old.

PLUS SIZE Models are welcome!

Must be able to be in the NYC Metro area. Please Submit no more than 4 photos to them at modelcasting@essence.com

FBG's Fall Fashion 2009 Must Haves

Seasons are changing and Fall is here whether the temperature feels like it or not...Even though I love the warmth of spring and summer, I think that fashion really comes to light during the fall and winter months! Check out a few of the fall must haves for 2009!

• Leather is coming back even stronger. It won't be okay to just have the cute leather bomber jacket, now it seems that leather everything will be the rage this fall and winter. From leather pants and skirts, to full leather jackets.. so start stocking up on you leather pieces now.

• Thigh High and Above the Knee Boots are fall/winter must haves. This fall above the knee boots are going to be in the spotlight! They are daring and bold, so if you can pull this look off go for it!

• Strong Shoulders are making a comeback! Reminiscent of the 1980's craze (shout out to all the 80's babies who remember their mom rocking those shoulder pads!) Well this look is coming back! Many designers are adding the protruding shoulders to dresses, shirts, and jackets. If you are looking for something interesting try a thrift store, they are almost always guaranteed to have this look!




• Tights are a definite fall must have. I love deep black ones that are thicker than normal and keep your legs feeling warm during those cold days. They scream femininity when you couple it with a nice dress or skirt and they give your legs a nice silhloette!

• Blazers are essential to achieve that sophisticated and sassy look. Try finding ones that mirror a tuxedo , but are cut for a more feminine look and you will not go wrong!

Stay Tuned! Fabulous Brown Girl will be giving you more Fall Fashion Must Haves soon!!

Two Words: Bryant Park (NY Fashion Week)

If you are a Fabulous Brown Girl and covet fashion then you are already FULLY aware of the happenings in Bryant Park!! Yesterday started NY Fashion Week where designers hold fashion shows twice a year (February and September) to display the new fashion trends for the Spring and Fall seasons.

Most of the fashion shows take place at Bryant Park and journalists, celebrities, and socialites are invited to survey their designs and decide who they will wear or give good reviews to.

Even though I do not claim to be anywhere near "Devil Wears Prada" status, I do enjoy fashion a great deal and will be looking out for the new hottest trends

Speaking of Devil Wears Prada, check out the real "Devil" herself, Anna Wintour, Editor In Chief of Vogue Magazine, in her new award winning documentary "The September Issue". It hits theatres nationwide today! I definitely plan on checking it out!





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