Tiger Lily on “Glam God” with Vivica Fox

Crown Atelier Collection

Cayman Island Beauty

Tiger Lily

Glam God on VH1

Glam God Host & Contestants

VH1 Glam God

 

I watched my first episode of Glam God last week and must say it is a great show, I was pleasantly surprised! Now, guess how tickled I was when I heard Tiger Lily speak and detected the sweet melody of a Caribbean accent. I could not figure out which Island but I had to find out. It turns out that Tiger Lily is from the Cayman Islands with Jamaican roots that also extend to the UK. Talk about International flavor!

 

I love Tiger Lily’s style and confidence! She’s a fierce stylist who could easily be a model!

 

All contestants compete to win a chance to style an A-List celebrity and win a $100,000 grand prize. Good Luck!

 

Watch on VH1 or to see full episodes click below

http://www.vh1.com/video/browse/index.jhtml?id=2043&page=2

 

Thanks to http://www.urbancharmchat.com for contributing to this post.

Usain Bolt Regis & Kelly Interview

Usain Bolt, ever stylist , charming confidant and humble was a great sport on Regis & Kelly with guest host Nick Lachey on September 26, 2008 in NYC.

Usain and Kelly go head to head playing “Egg on a Spoon Race.” Usain is a good sport but ‘im look VEX at the end of it all! Enjoy!

WaMu Seized & Sold

Seized & Sold

 

 

 

 

Many from the Caribbean come to America with dreams of financial success and economic stability.All of the restaurants, auto mechanic shops, clothing stores, just to name a few are a testament to the realization of those dreams.  We often believe in the stability of the American banking system and use it as the primary place to store our wealth but it may be time to reevaluate that.

 

Yesterday, Washington Mutual was closed by the U.S Government making it the largest U.S Bank failure.  JP Morgan will now own WaMu, so we have one more monopoly to deal with, which is never a good thing for the end customer. However, it’s the Stock holders who are hardest hit as the stock dropped to .45 last night in after hours trading. So check you portfolio thoroughly.

 

You know that the insiders always know what’s coming before the public do, so if this stock is part of your portfolio please consult your advisers FAST and look at all of your options, read, read, read! It may be time to invest in something else, like gold or silver that doesn’t lose it’s value.

Usain Bolt: World’s Fastest Man on Letterman Show

 

On September 24, 2008 Usain “Lightning” Bolt appeared on the David Letterman Show in New York City.  The 3 time Olympic Gold medal winner was charismatic, funny and natural in front of the camera.  David Letterman asked many questions about the Track Star’s training regiment; his reception upon going home to Jamaica and “Were you born this fast?” This interview will make you proud to be Caribbean!

I have also included the Usain Bold Victory Lap Documentary put out by PUMA International below because it does a good job of highlighting Jamaica’s pride in their 22 year old “golden son.” In it we see his father and the community talking about what these wins mean. Enjoy!

Thanks to http://caribbean-beat.blogspot.com/ for contributing to this post!

Celebrity Caribbean Lineage: Naomi Campbell

Naomi Campbell was born May 22, 1970,  in Streatham London, England to Valerie Campbell (born Morris) of Jamaica. Naomi never met her father at her mother’s request as he left the then 18 yr old and Naomi at 2 months old.

 

Naomi’s first public appearance was in February 1978 when she was cast as on of the children in Bob Marley’s video for “Is This Love?” (First one below- can you spot her?)

She also appeared in Culture Club’s “I’ll Tumble 4 Ya” (Second one below- check at 0.47 sec and 1.28 sec to see if you can pick her out) as a tap dancer and also on The Cosby Show as Theo’s love interest Julia.

 

 

Here are pictures of her vacationing with her Billionaire Boyfriend Vladislav Doronin on his yacht off St-Tropez.

Coast of St-Tropez

Naomi & Vladislav

 

Naomi & Vladislav

 

R & R On His Yacht

 The following sites contributed to this post. Thanks!

 http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Naomi_Campbell   

http://4thestylishandsexy.blogspot.com/2008_07_01_archive.html

http://supermodels.nl/naomicampbell

http://www.answers.com/topic/naomi-campbell

http://www.nndb.com/people/760/000025685/

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

New York City: Hot 97’s On Da Reggae Tip

As a kick-off to the Labour Day Caribbean festivities in Brooklyn this year. Hot 97 and Massive B’s own Bobby Konders and Jabba hosted and annual Reggae star studded event called Hot 97’s On Da Reggae Tip. The event was held at the Hammerstein Ballroom in Manhattan. Here’s a sample video of what was missed. Jr Reid, Serani, Wyclef Jean, Geisha, Marchal Montano, & Movado to name a few performed. I used to live in NYC for a few years and never heard about this event. I plan to be there next year ‘God willing!’

KEVON CARTER: Smooth Soca Sounds

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                                                                                                                                                                  Kevon Carter has a smooth soulful sound that blends well with his style of Soca and it just makes you feel good. He is definitely one to watch! If this video is any indication, I predict a lot of good things coming from Kevon Carter in the near future. I am trying to get my hands on what is now my favorite song- “Can’t Forget” as soon as I do I’ll post it for your listening pleasure. I hope he makes a video soon but in the mean time check it out on his myspace page:   http://www.myspace.com/simplymusic 

2008 TALLAFESTA: Costumes Still Available

I have the Carnival Bug- do you? I guess it’s because my little cousin is bringing a section for Miami Carnival this year and I so want to be a part of it! She told me that she sold out! She has 55 participants this year and I am sure it will be a sunning section. (Scroll down to see her costumes and sign up if you want to play mas in Miami)

If you want to runaway and play mas, (see the definition in a previous post if you don’t know what I’m talking about) head to Florida for Tallahassee’s International festival, it’s fast approaching! From what I see they have 4 sections and although the Blue and Green sections are sold out the Purple and Red are still available.

The cost is between $65-$85 and I really like the purple costume but judge for yourself below.

To sign up http://www.tallafesta.com/costumeapp.pdf

For more info http://www.tallafesta.com/

 

Purple Costume

Red Costume

When Parenting Goes Wrong

Parents from the Caribbean often come to America to better themselves and uplift their families. I know that was the case for my Grandmother.

 

Caribbean parents I want to personally “Big You Up” for all you attempt to accomplish, sometimes working multiple jobs while attending school and still taking care of home.

 

So I caution you to know your children’s friends. Know the outside influences on them because although you teach them to say “good day” and respect for their elders other families in America don’t necessarily have your values.  You will hear a possible parent or older relative coaching the girls while operating the video camera. What was she thinking?

 

PARENTAL ADVISORY ADVISED STRONG LANGUAGE

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Atlanta’s Caribbean Fundraising Event

 

 

 

United for Jamaica & The Ladies of Now

The United for Jamaica and The Ladies of Now Non Profit organizations are known for hosting a variety of events in the Atlanta community. They aim to educate and uplift in a positive manner. This year they are combining there efforts to assist with hurricane relief. 

 

The fundraiser will be an all out affair that includes Music, Art, Fashion with Food and Wine Tasting all for a $30 donation. This will be an upscale event that will not disappoint. I have a friend and loyal reader who will be in attendance and will forward pictures, so I’ll post them when I get them. Please see their websites for more  http://www.unitedforjamaica.org/main.php

 

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