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Sunday, April 18, 2010
THE OFFICIAL "SINGLE" VIDEO FROM LIL WAYNE
now the actress in the "single" video sucks!! she def. isnt my girl from a thin line between love and hate smh!!...now i can play a psycho bitch lmao.
some street styles i adore.
i told everyone that the turbans were back. i love how she so colorful yet balanced with the neutral color of her trench coat. and the pumps are lovely!!
Thursday, April 15, 2010
the June issue of VOGUE
KELIS IS BACK!!
there are black hispanics. white hispanics. indian hispanics. not just mexican
LaLa Vasquez wrote a personal note addressing all the drama that tends to ensue when people discuss her (and other Boricuas’ for that matter) racial background. She says that while both of her parents are Puerto Rican, that makes her Puerto Rican. But she also says that doesn’t mean she’s not “black” as well.
Lala says:
A lot of people don’t realize that I’m Latina, which is fine. One thing about being Latina is that there isn’t one look that comes with the territory. I don’t expect people to know my cultural background just by glancing at me. I do, however, expect that when I tell people my family is from Puerto Rico, that I will be believed and not accused of trying to be something that I’m not. It usually goes something like this: a person having a conversation with me discovers one way or another that I’m Puerto Rican and fluent in Spanish. That person then expresses their shock over these realizations for any number of reasons–common responses are, “You don’t look Latina” and “I thought you were black!” I never said I wasn’t black. And since when does being black and being Latina have to be mutually exclusive?
In my experience, people tend to have an uninformed and rather narrow view of what it means to be Puerto Rican. For me, not looking like some people’s idea of a typical Latina has been challenging and often painful. I constantly find myself trying to justify who I am, and why should I? I’m proud of my heritage and my family. Both of my parents are from Puerto Rico. They raised two kids in Brooklyn and later in New Jersey, where we ate arroz con gandules and pasteles and listened to salsa music. I feel just as at home in Puerto Rico, where I still have tons of family, including aunts, uncles and cousins. Puerto Rico is in my blood. And that has nothing to do with the color of my skin.
I’m not angry with anyone who doesn’t understand the complexities of race and culture. And I’m also not interested in having long, drawn out conversations about how it’s possible for me to look like this and speak Spanish. In fact, sometimes I make it a point not to mention my parents’ birthplace because I don’t always feel like having the inevitable discussion that follows. Instead, I let people look at me and come to their own conclusions. As I start to get my feet wet in Hollywood, I already know that there are certain parts I won’t even be considered for. The character can be Puerto Rican and speak Spanish just like me, but Hollywood defines Latina as Jennifer Lopez and Sofia Vergara. As beautiful as they are, we’re not all one race in Latin America. But I don’t go to auditions so that I can give history lessons to film executives. I’d rather skip the entire process.
I’m raising my son to understand who he is, and it’s my hope that he’ll never let others define him. It reflects poorly on us when we don’t educate ourselves about the rest of the world and what it looks like. I encourage people who are interested to learn more, do research and ask informed questions. If you’re lucky enough to visit various countries in Latin America, you’ll be baffled to see the blackest of the black and the lightest of the light living together. And I dare you to ask one of them to prove their latinidad.
Monday, April 12, 2010
Drake "over"
Trey gets nasty for VIBE
its far from over...
for the fly, classy, unique individual. this line is not for the average person; this is for the loud fashionistas who want to stand out and be above the croud.
Saturday, April 10, 2010
PHOTOGRAPHER SPOTLIGHT!!!!!!!!! (TASHA BLEU)
name. Tasha Bleu, Founder of Treu Bleu Imagery
sex. Female
age. 21
location. Southern New England
quick bio. Model turned photographer, Tasha Bleu found Treu Bleu Imagery in 2010 with the objective to appear in fashion magazines. In only 2 months of shooting, Bleu has appeared in fashion magazines, published in notable books, acknowledged by fashion figures and even hired for NYFW.
personal style. Simple and bright
what inspires you in your photography. The fanmail I get on facebook...I get the warmest messages from people...a beautiful feeling
idols. None.
what made you start doing photography. It's the start to a longgg plan that I have, stay tuned.
what kind of photography do you do. Fashion, Glamour, Candid...I also do events, real estate, etc...but that's another story.
favorite photographer. Richard Warren!!!
describe your favorite photoshoot you have done. Definitely, Touchdown with Quinee Lewis! I got the dirtiest for that shoot and so far that shoot has gotten me the most recognition from prominent figures.
career path. Degree in marketing, I'm working on being a Marketing Guru...managing many of my own businesses that I'm launching this year.
Any other talents. I also make shoelery (Treu Treasures), I write (Treu COLORS) and I manage (Dreams do come Treu) :)
what do you expect to bring to the photography industry. I plan on changing the game, adding my own twist and bringing my models with me
what kind of work have you done so far. I have published work in a few magazines at the moment, I am/was hired for a few Fashion Week events in various states, I am partnered with a few designers launching different projects for the summer...lots in the works, only my 4th month shooting
who would be in your dream photoshoot. Naomi Campbell! I'm a semi-finalist for a contest of hers already
what places/cities have you shot in. NY, RI, MA, NH....the Northeast...let's just say that
How would others describe your work. Colorful and Creative
advice for other photographers on the come up. Study the industry, Utilize Networks, Know your camera!
words for your competition. Rest in Peace...lol
personal quote. "to thine own self be treu"
whats on your ipod. Erykah Badu an Ursher!
webpage. Building a webpage for all of my projects under the "Treu" name, for now you can use http://www.modelmayhem.