Wednesday, February 27, 2013

Haitian Designer Feature Of The Day: Ron-n-Ron

Photo Courtesy of Ron & Ron
Photo courtesy of  Ron-n- Ron
Spring Collection 2010
Hey everyone, I'm sorry I'm late with this post. I've been busy with finals and fighting off this horrible cold. But no worries, I shall recover.

I have something new and special to share. It's my:
Haitian Designer Feature of The Day:

Enjoy, and feel free to comment!

 Meet Luxury Menswear Designers of Ron-n-Ron.
Rony and Ronald Delice
Ronald and Rony Delice are twin brothers and menswear designers. A dynamic duo of a reputable men's fashion label called: Ron-n-Ron. Growing up they lived in a household where there mother was a seamstress and their dad, a tailor in Port-au-Prince, Haiti.

The Delice brothers completed their academic studies at the Fashion Institute of Technology in New York City. Soon after graduating, they headed for Italy and France; Rony to the Via Condotti in Rome and Ronald to the Faubourg Saint-Honore in Paris.Their keen eye for detail and favorable likes for quality were developed by merging the skills they gained, while apprenticing within Europe.

The twin brothers started off as salesclerks to becoming custom tailors for a distinguished men's boutique, Beau Brummel in Soho, formerly owned by Avaram Goldman. Ronald and Rony's custom made suits were in such high demand that Goldman approached them with an offer to finance a signature line for the store.Then in 1998, the twins launched their private line, Ron-n-Ron. Since then it has become a major force in the men's fashion industry.
ron-n-ron Flashback: The designers are huge advocates of color. This photo is from their 2002 S/S line. Although ahead of their time, the brothers stay true to themselves and appreciate pushing boundaries set for the often monotonous menswear industry.
Reminds me of Robert Graham and Etro Shirts.
 The love for color !

Shirts by: Ron-n-Ron, 2002 Spring/Summer Collection
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Suit by: Ron-n-Ron
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Three button herringbone wool suit in Navy blue
Suit by: Ron-n-Ron
Source: Thingsiscool.blospot.com

With a specialty in fine tailored suits, Rony and Ronald gained recognition for their bold, modern style and exquisite taste in fashion menswear. They are widely known for incorporating brilliant colors influenced by their cultural background and remarkable details. These details include the combination of red-stitched button holes, contrast piping, top stitching and enhanced peak lapels on slender silhouettes cut from imported Italian cloth.

Model: Michael K. WilliamsOmar from the wire
Di Galles three button wool suit, worn with a pink cotton French cuffed 
dress shirt and brown silk tie.
Suit by: Ron-n-Ron
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Three button olive with orange stripe wool suit
Suit by: Ron-n-Ron
Source: 1delice.blogspot.com
Completely outfitted in Ron-n-Ron featuring colored cashmere overcoats
Ron-n-Ron colored Cashmere coats
Men poppin' collars
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Ron-n-Ron shot by Marc Baptiste
The Denim Suit- Ron-n-Ron
Shot by: Marc Baptiste
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Ron-n-Ron Spring Ties
Spring 02' Ties
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Ron-n-Ron Spring 02'
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Model: Ioan Delice
White Shirt by Ron-n-Ron
 Source: Ron-n-Ron

Ron-n-Ron Featured in the latest issue of YRB Magazine
Ronald and Rony Delice featured  in YRB Magazine
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The Ron-n-Ron label received critical acclaim from the leading periodicals including The New York Times and DNR, the predominant menswear trade magazine. They also earned Fashion Group International’s “Rising Star Award” and Gen-Art’s “Design Fashion Award.”

Featured in Uptown Magazine as "50 Best-Dressed Taste Makers of 2009"
Source: 1delice.blogspot.com

Ron-n-Ron is popular among a host of celebrities:
Will Smith
Angela Basset (Yup, the ladies too!)
Samuel L. Jackson
Courtney B. Vance
D.L. Hughley
 Jamie Foxx
Hill Harper
Justin Timberlake
Jay-Z
Sean John “Diddy” Comb
Erykah Badu ( Dressed by Ron-n-Ron for the 2002 MTV Music Awards)
Latrell Sprewell
Curtis Martin
Steve Francis
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Mario in Ron-n-Ron
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SAVOY Magazine
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Beyonce and Cuba Gooding Jr. in SAVOY Magazine
Photo courtesy of: Ron-n-Ron
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Terrence Howard
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Andre Benjamin
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To see more of Ron-n-Ron fashion visit their website: Ron-n-Ron.com and like them on Facebook.
A special thanks to Maude. Thanks Doll!

Thursday, February 21, 2013

"The Door" Series 5- Gabrielle Union and Alfre Woodard featuring Miu Miu

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Photo Credit: derekpaperpencil via Compfight cc
 Before I started in retail, I didn't have a clue or even the slightest interest in designer labels. I was comfortable in my thrift, no label, maybe buy those Old Navy jeans or get me a pair of Payless shoes, buyer mode. I still do, sometimes. Yet, I  like my items to have great quality whether it's designer or not.

Sunday, February 17, 2013

Favorite Product: Not On Oprah's List, But It's On Mine!

If you're looking for a great moisturizer, well look no more. I have just the thing for you. 
It's one of my favorite  products. Great, all year round!

It's the COCONUT and HIBISCUS SHEA BUTTER w/ SONGYI MUSHROOM LOTION by Shea Moisture. This is my go to product when i get, AHEM... ashy!
I've been using this product for 2 1/2 years and it never seems to fail my skin. I can't part without it.

This lotion is a skin brightener (the mushroom), toner and moisturizer all in one. The cream is a little thick, but not to the point where I would feel like I lathered in Crisco. It is not sticky or greasy, whatsoever. All you need to do is use a small amount. Like they always say: a little bit goes a long way.

I purchased this product from Target. It was around $8-10 with tax. Normally, I don't pay that much for lotion.  However, since this has been good to my skin and doesn't contain any of the elements you  see in the picture seen above, I decided to remain loyal.

They also have hair products too, that I also love! Available in Walgreens and CVS.










I love using this, after I have exfoliated my skin in the shower and then pat myself dry. It just gives my skin a glow.With its all natural, organic ingredients, I noticed how soft, smooth and youthful my skin became. A noticeable difference compared to my Vaseline Intensive Care that I use to use.

Wait till you get a whiff of this lotion right here. Oh my, I  passed out like the women in my church after they were touched by the spirit. (Thank you, Jesus!)  Mmm hmm, this stuff smells so good. I had my friends try some and they loved the scent and wanted to get their own.

If you are into that Hawaiian coconut and exotic floral scent I would recommend this. Yes honey, hun!

Say what now,? You want me to use you?
You know I will!
So I'm going to say "Lovin' It!" with three snaps. 
Have you tried this lotion? Let me know if you were "Lovin It" or "Uh, Not Feelin' It"

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