EXTRA POST! LOVE SEX MAGIC VIDEO. Ciara feat: Justin Timberlake

Ok, so this week's FIERCE LIST has already been posted, but I totally forgot part of the 'extra love' I mentioned I'd be giving you guys, was by including the new video for Ciara's single 'Love Sex Magic' which features JT.

This video is superb, I'm debating whether I like it more than Single Ladies. Ciara looks fabulous, I want her figure, dear Lord won't you help me? Plus, the way Justin is doing his thing' makes me contemplate my love for my boyfriend. (Just kidding luv), however he does make my brow sweat, just a little.

Everything is bang on in this video, video synopsis, wardrobe, dance moves, hair and make up - everything!

Enjoy...

ISSUE 13 WELCOME TO THIS WEEK’S FIERCE LIST…

This week’s issue has been laced with ‘extra love’ as I’ve been AWOL for two weeks. Due to no fault of my own, the first week me and the little lady were ill with a nasty flu, chest illness and the second week was due to the sad news of the death of my Auntie, so I’m sure I’m forgiven?
Anyhow, this issue will give you a few extra minutes to pretend you’re working hard at your desk, when in fact your taking that well deserved break, preparing to wind down for the weekend… don’t worry, you don’t have to thank me, its my pleasure.
Enjoy…

THIS WEEK EVERYONE’S TALKING ABOUT… MADONNA TO ADOPT SECOND CHILD

It has been reported Madonna is set to travel to Malawi to adopt a second child. The 50 year old singer is expected to arrive at the weekend and attend a procedural hearing at the High Court on Monday.

As per when she was going through the process of adopting David Banda, her first official adoption which was confirmed last year, Madonna has been on the receiving end of negative press, with critics accusing the Malawian government of sidestepping laws banning foreign adoptions in order to allow the celebrity to take 13-month-old David home with her.

Personally, I think people should get off her back. Taking a child out of a negative situation to introduce him to a positive one, surely is a good thing? No one knows how true the allegations re the government making special allowances for her are, so why continue to stress over it as they ultimately have no control over the decision, plus it’s just a waste of their energy. If you’re someone who wants to adopt a child from abroad, but are in a situation where it’s a lengthy process and are irritated at Madonna’s adoption success, wouldn’t it be a better use of your time and energy focusing your efforts on achieving your goal of adopting a child, rather than berating Madonna for achieving hers?

I praise Madonna for showing David Banda and a soon to be new addition a better life… well done you.

FASHION NEWS: 1 MONTH COUNT DOWN TILL UNVEILING OF WILLIAMSON COLLABORATION WITH HENNES

Yep you read right, its just one month until designer Matthew Williamson lets loose his print designs to high street chain Hennes.
Williamson has been reported to say he “wanted to create a strong ‘urban’ collection fused with the brand’s signature symbols and shapes. (‘Yada, yada, yada – don’t you hate ‘fashion speak’, or is it just me?)

Should the next month pass in the rapid pace the rest of the year is going (‘Christmas seems like yonks ago right?’) and the launch date of 23 April flies right past you, fear not, the second instalment featuring more high summer pieces including bikini’s arrives in store May 14.

Also unlike pass designer collaborations where you’ve only been able to get pieces from their flagship store, the collections this time around will be available in all 200, so no need for you to be subjected to the smell of ‘dead dog’ being turned repeatedly over on those Oxford Circus mobile hot dog stands, whilst queuing up outside the flagship store. ‘Yay!’ If any of you make it down there, ‘could you grab me the featured dress in a size 12 please? Many thanks…’

I’VE GOT MY EYE ON YOU… AMBER ROSE

Apparently Kanye’s new girl, Amber Rose is relatively new to the scene and has started making impressions, but not necessarily good ones if this outfit is anything to go by.

The girl ‘has got back’ for days… (as you can see in the featured picture above)… jeez, my boyfriend is yet to see this. I can assure you when he does, he’ll be packing his bags and moving to LA or wherever it is she resides.

Anyhow, it’s reported she was a former model and stripper. Whichever the case, I’m sure she has a plan on how she will conquered ‘celebsville’, since becoming the ‘Louis Vuitton dons girlfriend, so keep your eyes peeled. To be honest, you would have to be blind and live under a rock to miss her… See below for more pics...

TREND WATCH: TROPHY JACKETS

Trophy jackets are S/S 2009 must have wardrobe piece and the more exciting the better. Take your pick from military, brocade and embellished, you’ll have fun deciding which style and which brand to go for, should you have ‘big bucks’ for a shopping spree on Chanel’s take on trophy jackets (I like this grandma version) or whether you’re taking a leaf out of my book by being frugal and opting for a high street version from any of the usual suspects.
Whichever you decide make sure you close the deal by accompanying your tailored look with ripped jeans and a tee. Chic, chic, chic.

I’M IN NEED OF A …SELECTION OF URBAN OUTFITTERS ACCESSORIES

One of my favourite shops as well as inspiration to my imminent fashion boutique, Urban Outfitters continue to kill me (in a good way), with their fabulous quirky jewellery. Bracelets, necklaces, brooches, earrings – doesn’t matter what it is, they’re just slap bang on the right path… and right about now, they’ve got soooooooooooo many pieces that I’m seriously going to be in trouble.

Let’s start with arm wear... Big accessories are in right now, so you can’t go wrong with their Metal square stud cuff, pictured above. Dress with skinny jeans, heels and a simple tee… instant fashionista.

I’m a bit of a granny (as you already know from my choice of trophy jacket above) when it comes to brooches, as I absolutely love wearing them. They can be as grannified’ (yes, it’s not a word in the Oxford Dictionary, but I don’t care), as they come - with pearls galore dangling off it. However, right now I’m loving Urban Outfitter’s Flamingo pin as it’s a simple design which won’t look dated for years to come. I might just have to buy two and turn one into a chain pendant… ‘ooooh.’

Ok, this one is like marmite; you’ll either love it or hate it. The gold spoon necklace… which I think teamed with a low cut vest top will look the business. Plus its perfect for a daddy’s girl like moi.

BEAUTY BUYS: SMELL FRESH WITH KIEHLS FRAGRANCE OILS

Yes I know I’ve blogged about Kiehl’s before, however not about this product. Plus, they are worthy to be mentioned several, even a hundred times – so just read on silently.

Due to the pressure of the masses, New York’s apothecary Kiehl’s, have re-released the classic essence oils it originally unveiled in the Twenties. The high fragranced oils packaged in a small portable roller ball includes old favourites such as Coriander 1946, tangy Grapefruit (my favourite), Vanilla 1968 and Musk 1921. Priced at £19.57 from Harrods, this little baby is an essential buy if you like to smell fresh on the go, as unfortunately Soft and Gentle, just won’t do.

THE LAST WORD… MTV BASE SCREENING OF ANGIE LE MAR'S PLAY, THE BROTHERS

Angie Le Mar with the cast of the Brothers

This post will be extremely short as I have nothing much to say on the matter other than, I didn’t like what I watched. I decided to tune in and watch the first two installments of the programme on Tuesday, after listening to one of the DJ's from Angie's old employer Choice FM, saying it was a 'must see'. After watching the first part, I was lead to believe that Hackney Empire and Catford Theatre would allow any playwright show their play (no matter how bad it actually is) and then be lucky enough to then have it aired on television on MTV Base.

Don’t get me wrong I respect Angie Le Mar for what she has achieved; heaven knows she’s grafted, as she’s been in the industry since I was in school. Does anyone remember the comedy show ‘Blouse ‘n’ Skirt? If so, then you’ll remember Angie used to be a regular on this and she was funny and back then I respected her; she was one of few female comedians (along with Gina Yashere) on the show. Anyhow I digress, I just thought the play wasn’t gripping, funny (there were probably two decent gags). Also with the Choice FM DJ’s praising it confirming it was to be shown on TV, lead those listening to believe it had been remade for the screen. Well how wrong were we? The MTV version was just a recording of what they showed at the theatre! Considering I actually went to watch the theatre to watch it and didn’t rate it then, it was a let down to know I would just be watching what I had already seen.

I heard Richard Blackwood saying on his radio show last Saturday, ‘Angie Le Mar is doing big things. She’s out in LA writing with Tyler Perry’. I only hope this time she comes back with something decent, as believe it or not, I am actually a fan. To watch the remaining part of the show, tune into MTV Base on tonight (Friday) at 10.30pm.

Till next week.
xxx