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Top 5 Festivals in 2017

Missed festival season last year? No worries, Fluff has you covered for 2017! Check out our list below and grab your tickets early!

1. South by Southwest (SXSW)

When: March 13-19 Where: Austin, TX Why: It's the best festival in the world for uncovering new raw talent.  The event, an essential destination for global professionals, features sessions, showcases, screenings, exhibitions and a variety of networking opportunities.  SXSW proves that the most unexpected discoveries happen when diverse topics and people come together.

2. Coachella

When: April 14 - 16, April 21 - 23 Where: Indio, CA Why: Besides the fact that you can party and dance all night long next to your favorite celebs, Coachella has featured serious headliners like Beyonce, Kanye West, Drake, Kendrick Lamar and oh yeah, 2pac.  From delicious food to world class art, Coachella offers numerous experiences to enjoy along with the music.  Need I say more?

3. The Governor's Ball

When: June 2-June 4th Where: Randall's Island Park, NY Why: Six years ago, music lovers just like you and me started a festival where amazing music, no matter the genre, is the primary focus.  Come rain or shine, artists like Madonna, Outcast, Childish Gambino, Drake and more not only perform but mingle with the crowd amidst the photo pits, life-sized board games and some of the best food New York has to offer.  

4. Afropunk Fest Brooklyn

When: August 26-27th Where: Brooklyn, NY Why: AFROPUNK is an influential community of young, gifted people of all backgrounds who speak through music, art, film, comedy, fashion and more. Besides being one of the best platforms for people of color to showcase their individuality, at the core of its mission, are the punk principles of DIY aesthetics, radical thought, and social non-conformity.  Described by The New York Times as “the most multicultural festival in the US,” AFROPUNK has expanded beyond Brooklyn, offering dates in Paris, London, Atlanta and Johannesburg. 

5. Made In America

When: September TBA Where: Philadelphia, PA Why: What better way to celebrate your Labor Day weekend than at a music festival created by Jay-Z?  If that isn't enough to entice you, Made in America continues to get more ambitious with the amount of talent it brings to Philly each year. There's an emphasis on pop, hip-hop and electronic acts and even though the fest is no longer bi-coastal, it still stands as an excellent way to close out your summer.  

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Jeremy Scott makes a statement with a psychedelic spin in NYFW

It's no secret Jeremy Scott always pushes the limit when it comes to fashion and last week Jeremy Scott gave us something to remember with his Fall/Winter Ready-to-Wear collection.

He brought us back to the psychedelic days with the animal print and bold colors. His eccentric 70's theme was also partnered with a statement of how he feels about the topics in the world. He used religious graphics & symbols, as well as, historic references, such as Cleopatra wigs to show his stance on how diversity in culture and religion are what makes the world great. He also had graphic shirts with sayings like "sex is cute"  and pigs with sayings like "Jesus saves."

We love Jeremy Scott's creativity with his bold statements and use of politics with fashion. He for sure let us know that simple is not the way to go this Winter!  Get a closer look at his looks below: 

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Red Lips on the Runway at NYFW FW 2017

NYFW 2017 Kicked off last week Thursday Feb 9th and red lips seem to be very popular on the runway this year. Designers used "the red lip" as an accent for their shows.

We are here for the red lip trend. Effortless glamour with a pop of color is chic and timeless. Here are some looks from Michael Costello and Jason Wu.

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History of the Cat Eye

Cat eye makeup featuring eyes lined with dark black eyeliner, was first worn in ancient Egypt.  These centuries old heavily lined eyes have been famously depicted in ancient Egyptian art, and on statues and monuments.  

Egyptian eye makeup was used to mimic the black lined eyes of cats (particularly lions and cheetahs).  Cats represented a number of things; beauty, grace, fertility, and protection.  

Who knew centuries later it would come to be worn everyday by women across the world.

Check out this tutorial from  blogger ItsMyRayeRaye, on three different versions of the cat eye. 

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Why You Should Create Your Own Trends

1. Celebrities Do It

Everyone is dying to jump on the latest Yeezy season and Rhianna’s latest obsession. Truth of the matter is most celebrities act on their creative impulses while some of us take the less courageous route. Rhianna told Vouge magazine about her inspiration for her latest Fenty x Puma release that had the whole world buzzing. “But I didn’t want it to be super-bubbly, so I kept it a bit street—everything was super-sporty and definitely highly influenced by 18th-century French culture, and the style of that time, mainly Marie Antoinette, and the Palace of Versailles. She just had this regal way about her, and everything she did was big. I wanted to mix that in with sport. I thought it would be a challenge, and it was!” With Rhianna’s courage to share her vision with the world, Spring 2017 fashion will be heavily influenced. 

2. Everyone Has That One Outfit

Every person has that one outfit that they love, but never wear it. Every time they think they have enough courage to wear it or the perfect event has finally presented itself, they chicken out. Majority of the reason why people chicken out is simply because they fear what other people will say or the looks they will receive. Another reason people never let the outfit see the light of day is because they are too afraid to flourish. Though some may not think they identify with reason number two, the next time you put together a self expressive masterpiece, pay close attention to the little voice in your head and you may be surprised. Either way, the key words here are “self expression”, its free and it’s your natural born right, so let your light shine. 

3. D.I.Y opportunities

If looking like you walked out of the hottest boutique is an issue for you, D.I.Y statement pieces are a great solution. Do it yourself projects give you the opportunity to be more cost effective and allow your favorite trends be a reflection of your creative style. A popular D.I.Y right now is the D.I.Y. Yeezy Heels and D.I.Y. Denim Boots. Shay Cherise also known as "Thenuvouge" on instagram has been influencing many women around the world as her D.I.Y. Yeezy heels went viral. This do it yourself project gives women a chance to rock the style with their own twist and not break their pockets. Making your own boots is only one way to exhibit your skills, do it yourself is a wide open field to completely create your own fashion trends. 

4. You Never Know Who Is Watching

In the time of social media, narcissist, copy cats, and free thinkers people are receiving inspiration from everyone and everything. At any moment you can post a picture on your favorite social media platform wearing your own fashion statement and go viral. Viral may be a long stretch, but you never know who is watching. With that being said, don’t let your fashion fears be the barrier between you and your next Forever 21 campaign or simply an inspiration to someone who is experiencing the same issues. 

5. Bring Back Your Favorite Style

Trends are changing faster than one can get presentable for an impromptu factime call. So if there is a trend that has come and gone or even one you admire from the 20’s, feel free to bring it back with your own twist. Who would have thought regular people would be wearing full colored wigs like Lil Kim did back in the day? Fashion influencer Darrin Wallace also known as “Dvrrrin” on Instagram makes any trend look great. Many would agree that Fubu Jerseys and Adidas Soccer Pants have taken the back seat. However, Darrin slit the knees of his soccer pants spicing up the outfit a bit, and wore the jersey with confidence and it became a Instagram hit.

 Honestly, there is no such thing as “out of style” when you put your own creative spin on a piece because now it has become your style and unique is always in. 

Creating your own fashion trends is a lot easier than you think. The first step to creating your own fashion trends is removing the ceiling off your own mind. If you aren’t looking to be a fashion pioneer, but are too afraid to show the world your twist on trends adapt an “ I like it, I’m wearing it attitude”. This new found level of confidence will change the way to think of yourself and the way others perceive you. Having the courage to wear your own trends or something that genuinely resonates with you is really you being more like yourself. 

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Wale Paying Honor To African Roots By Becoming The Ambassador Of One Africa Music Fest

With songs like " One Dance" by Drake heating up the airwaves, the afropop and afrobeats sound is finally making mainstream waves in the states. Quickly taking over the African and European entertainment industry it is heading our way.  A platform is making its way to New York City that will expose an audience to artists that spearhead this musical movement. Nigerian-American rapper , Wale, is the Ambassador for the festival that will take place on July 22nd, 2016 at Barclays Center. Wale has always been very open about his Nigerian roots and the role it has played in his music and how he views the world. Another Nigerian-American artists , Jidenna, has also been added to the bill of this diverse roster. 

Also on the roster is Ayo Jay, Machel Montano, Davido, Tiwa Savage, and among many others. 

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12 Must-Have Vacation Essentials

You've requested your days off, booked the airfare, reserved the hotel, and arranged your excursions. There’s nothing standing between you and that sweet, non-cubical air. Oh, right, except for one thing: packing. This activity may be the most only stressful aspect of any trip, and it requires the same strategy and precision you used to plan the fun stuff. To simplify the process, we narrowed down the top 12 must-have vacation essentials. See below for the plane necessities, pool musts, and other packing requisites that'll streamline your vacay. Bon voyage!

1. The Throw-On Dress One of the most versatile pieces you can toss in your bag, the throw-on dress can be worn a multitude of ways. Try it by itself with sandals for a day of sightseeing, over your swimsuit for an impromptu dinner, or even layered atop trousers for an unexpected night-out look.

2. The Reflective Sunglasses Retro and current at the same time, these mirrored lenses give a modern twist to a range of classic frames, so you can get your natural #filter on in the most stylish way possible.

3. The Roomy Dopp Kit There’s no reason to stuff your daily essentials into that old pouch you’ve had since your first flight experience. That’s especially true with these super cute makeup bag that are as functional as they are cool. Grab one in a quirky pattern that could double as an impromptu clutch — just remember to ditch the toothpaste first.

4. The Instant Camera You’re at the beach — get off your phone. Save some space for an actual camera to replace your mobile's shooter. You’ll create memories without being tempted to check your email every 30 seconds.

5. The Plane-To-Pool Slides Love 'em or loathe them, shower shoes are going nowhere this summer. If you've been considering hopping aboard this trend, now's the time to do it. Spanning a range of cool colors, textures, and embellishments, this season’s iterations certainly have a life beyond the freshman dorm. They make for a solid footwear choice that's comfy while you're flying and convenient while you're floating.

6. The Wear-All-Week Studs Your jewelry routine should be simple when you're on vacation. There’s no reason to schlep your entire box with you when fuss-free, eye-catching studs with quirky shapes and classic finishings will go with everything for any occasion.

7. The Slip-On Sneaker The sneakerhead is ruling the world right now, and slip-ons are leading the pack. Spanning a massive range of fun prints, like colorful leopard, textures and embellishments, these kicks make airport security a breeze and look cool paired with cuffed jeans or even a more-formal dress.

8. The Carry-On Bag A no-nonsense shape in a graphic print or saturated hue is practical for toting around your iPad, dopp kit, and magazines. It adds spice to your travel ensemble, too.

9. The External Charger You won’t want to be glued to your phone while relaxing, but there’s nothing worse than seeing that flashing red battery — just in caseyou really need to use it. A portable external charger is small, lightweight, and won’t leave you stranded on the island.

10. The Don't-Forget-It Jacket Hopefully you won’t need one, but with the airplane’s AC and the sometimes-cool beach nights, it’s smart to have a lightweight jacket on hand. A bomber style is sporty-cool but feels feminine and modern with splashes of microfloral.

11. The Textured Clutch A textured clutch in summery-feeling raffia gives your going-out look extra depth. A 3D-embellished version with protruding, black and white goes with everything, and a multi-colored option with textured stripes instantly dresses up any look.

12. The Headphones The No. 1 traveling rule? Don’t forget your headphones. There’s nothing worse than sitting on a 10-hour flight with a screaming baby and no "Yonce" to calm you down. Try a standout print or a sleek, white option to update your tired earbuds. Just make sure they’re noise-canceling.

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7 Engagement gifts that will WOW!

While wedding season is just getting underway, engagement season never ends. And while engagement gifts are certainly not mandatory, you may want to consider springing for something if you're especially close to the newly betrothed couple (or if you attend a formal engagement party in advance of the wedding). The question is: What to buy? You want to gift them something they can use, but that also feels like "them". We’ve found the perfect item for every couple out there. Whether they’re decor buffs, or winos, you just became their best friend (if you aren't already!).

For The Serious Whiskey Connoisseurs

This nine-piece set (made with crystallized Italian glassware) includes a decanter, four short tumblers, and six linen cocktail napkins — i.e., all the ingredients you need for a super-fun night. If you really want to impress, gift the set together with a bottle of the couple's favorite brown spirit. 

Snowe Whiskey Set, $125, available at Snowe.

For The Hosts

Does the newly minted couple love throwing dinner parties? This gorgeous Heath Ceramics serving tray needs a place in their cabinet.  Heath Ceramics Serving Platter, $96, available at Heath Ceramics.

For The Foodies

If your pals love to cook but are too busy to shop for groceries, gift them a Blue Apron subscription — and then invite yourself over for dinner. Blue Apron Gift Card, available at Blue Apron.

For The Juice Heads

Think Vitamix is the Rolls-Royce of juicers? Guess again. Impress your health-nut pals with this sleek, self-cleaning device by Replenish. Replenish Self-Cleaning Juicer, $299, available at Replenish.

For The Type-A Couple

For those who want to get a leg up on invites or save-the-dates, a gift card to online wedding stationer Minted will do the trick.  Minted Gift Card, available at Minted.

For The Drinkers

There are going to be A LOT of toasts during the course of the next year — and hopefully for many years to come.  AllModern Champagne Glasses, $23.99, available at AllModern.

For The Decor Buffs

Since they're going to be living together forever, might as well make their home pretty, right? A Homepolish credit is a great way to help the happy couple put together their perfect living space with the help of a professional. Homepolish Gift Card, available at Homepolish.

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BET EXPERIENCE 2016 RECAP

In the past, the BET Awards were simply a highly anticipated award show. Today it is four days of fun in Los Angeles, with the city filled with the hottest celebrities. The festivities started Thursday, June 23rd with 106 & Park at L.A. Live in Downtown Los Angeles. Through the weekend there were concerts, talks with the faces of the industry, fashion shows, a celebrity basketball game, and of course the annual BET Awards.

This weekend was most definitely a concert over load. If you missed your favorite concerts throughout the year, the BET Experience was a great place to play catch-up. R&B favorites Usher and Bryson Tiller shut L.A. Live down, followed by Metro Boomin at The Novo. Later, Rap Geniuses 2 Chainz and Lil Wayne hit the stage, giving an amazing performance. Throughout the B.E.T. Experience there were Free…Yes Free Concerts held on the BETX Stage. Fat Joe, Remy Ma, Desiigner, OT Genisis, and Ro James graced the stage just to name a few. 

The highly anticipated celebrity basketball game got a little steamy this year. A-List celebs such as Chris Brown, Floyd Mayweather Nick Cannon, The Game, Meek Mill, and Tank made appearances on the the court. Following the Celebrity Basketball game was a BETX Slam Dunk Contest judged by Deon Cole, Jemele  Hill, and Micheal Smith. Hill, and Micheal Smith.

BET Experience took the initiative to host a informative “Genius Talks”. DJ Khaled made an appearance, giving the audience the major keys to success. Music Moguls Damon Dash, Jermaine Dupri, Snoop Dog, and Birdman talked about their new premiere television show “Music Moguls”, airing this week. Gabrielle Union gave the inside scoop on being a black woman in Hollywood. 

With all the anticipation building up over the past 3 days, the BET Awards was nothing short of breath taking. With an empowering opening performance by Beyonce and Kendrick Lamar. Prince was the spotlight of the show, with 4 performances dedicated to him throughout the BET Awards. Jesse Williams accepted the Humanitarian Award, while also delivering a powerful speech about the society we live in today. Samuel L. Jackson received the Lifetime Achievement Award for his contributions to the entertainment industry. 

Beyonce and Kendrick Lamar opening the BET Awards

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The Best Nail Colors for Summer

In the grand scheme of new beauty-product releases, nail polish is, undoubtedly, the most overwhelming. The top brands flood the market with several launches every season. This constant flood of colors, brands and techniques makes it hard to keep track of all the newbies.  So what's the latest in color trends?  Ahead, we have listed the 5 biggest nail-color trends to rock right now. 

Petal Pink Soft, neutral nail shades are some of the most popular of the moment (which is perfect if you're hesitant about full-on brights). And pale pink is the “new neutral.” 

Nailing Hollywood Nail Polish in Cork, $9.99, available at Beauty.com. 

Beautiful Blue From bright sapphire hues to shimmering royal shades, designers have been embracing the blues. Our top pick? This vibrant shade of blue with a touch of metallic that reminds us of the Caribbean. Wear it on shorter nails or as an eye-popping pedi choice.

Whim Nail Lacquer in Indigo Waters, $10, available at Ulta Beauty.

Seafoam Green We adore this color for summer. The hue is soft and subtle like this clean, pale pastel from NARS.

NARS Nail Polish in Thasos, $20, available atNARS.

Rouge Red Deep, vampy reds and love affairs with orange-red are over. Let’s be honest, a classic, true red never goes out of style — particularly in the warmer months.

Burberry Nail Polish in Military Red No. 300, $22, available at Sephora.

Metal Mani We typically reserve metallic makeup for nights out. But as Marc Jacobs, Reem Acra, and Naeem Khan proved, metallic nails are for any time, all the time. Plus, metallic polishes tend to possess more staying power, so if you’re heading on vacay, a shimmery shade like this silvery shade is a solid pick.

Essie Nail Polish in Cashmere Bathrobe, $8.50, available at Essie.

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The Best Nail Colors for Summer

In the grand scheme of new beauty-product releases, nail polish is, undoubtedly, the most overwhelming. The top brands flood the market with several launches every season. This constant flood of colors, brands and techniques makes it hard to keep track of all the newbies.  So what's the latest in color trends?  Ahead, we have listed the 5 biggest nail-color trends to rock right now. 

Petal Pink Soft, neutral nail shades are some of the most popular of the moment (which is perfect if you're hesitant about full-on brights). And pale pink is the “new neutral.” 

Nailing Hollywood Nail Polish in Cork, $9.99, available at Beauty.com. 

Beautiful Blue From bright sapphire hues to shimmering royal shades, designers have been embracing the blues. Our top pick? This vibrant shade of blue with a touch of metallic that reminds us of the Caribbean. Wear it on shorter nails or as an eye-popping pedi choice.

Whim Nail Lacquer in Indigo Waters, $10, available at Ulta Beauty.

Seafoam Green We adore this color for summer. The hue is soft and subtle like this clean, pale pastel from NARS.

NARS Nail Polish in Thasos, $20, available atNARS.

Rouge Red Deep, vampy reds and love affairs with orange-red are over. Let’s be honest, a classic, true red never goes out of style — particularly in the warmer months.

Burberry Nail Polish in Military Red No. 300, $22, available at Sephora.

Metal Mani We typically reserve metallic makeup for nights out. But as Marc Jacobs, Reem Acra, and Naeem Khan proved, metallic nails are for any time, all the time. Plus, metallic polishes tend to possess more staying power, so if you’re heading on vacay, a shimmery shade like this silvery shade is a solid pick.

Essie Nail Polish in Cashmere Bathrobe, $8.50, available at Essie.

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Fall is HAIR! Check out our top Fluff picks for hairstyling this season, including this sleek low pony rocked by #JourdanDunn. #FluffWorldwide

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Christian Dior kicks off the 2015 Cannes festival with an immaculate presentation for their Cruise '16 collection

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Meet Grisel Paula, the woman behind the fashion company Rebdolls

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Gilded Collection must haves