Style & Vibes

I’ve been looking for a good leave-in treatment for my hair (at an affordable price, of course) and came across Cantu’s Shea Butter leave-in-conditioning treatment on my bi-weekly trip to Target. At only $5.00 I decided to give it a try. I opened the jar and it smelled amazing! I thought I found what I was looking for until I scooped up a handful to massage in my hair. The conditioner’s consistency was so thin! After lathering on a few handfuls I sat under the dryer for about 15 minutes. My hair still felt the same. It didn’t have that soft feel you usually have after a deep treatment, but the smell was intoxicating. My hair did have a bit more shine to it and although I was unhappy with the outcome I haven’t decided to shelf it just yet. I’ll use it as 2nd/3rd day moisturizer with a little water it should keep my curls looking less frizzy.

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Clutch Magazine just launched their sister site Coco + Creme. It’s all about urban fashion and beauty daily.  Coco & Crème offers the fashion obsessed an user-friendly interface with visually stunning layouts, and some of the web’s dopest styling, and photography!

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I have to thank my blog sistren Irie Diva for putting me on to Kingston Style . “From the hardcore to the high end – fashion from the streets of Kingston, Jamaica” Kingston Style captures some great, sometime questionable, but always unique style of Jamaica.  The site also profiles new collectionsn local  from clothing and accessories designers like Reve . Check out some recent shots of from Street Vibez Thursday.

(Photo taken from Kingston Style)

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Sally Hansen usually has great nail care products and accessories. I wanted to pick up some new colors for the summer and was immediately attract to the bright colors of Sally Hansen’s Xtreme Wear.

Coincidentally Target had these on sale so I opted to buy a few. As I started painting I realized I was in love with the color but the brush was horrible!

It left streaks on my nails after the first coat. I laid the second coat thick which masked the streaks — at first glance you can’t notice the difference, especially after the top coat. The end result was not bad and I’ll probably use it again, at least until it runs out,  but I would have been upset if I purchased these colors full priced.

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I recently (recent as in 2 months ago) cut my hair into a long bob, I knew it would look great straight, but had to admit I wasn’t sure how my curls would look, even though I’ve cut it shorter for “the chop” when officially went natural about 5 years ago. I have to say that I’m totally in love with my shorter hair, curly and straight. I have been rocking the curls most of the summer because the humidity and straight hair don’t mix (even when I had a relaxer it didn’t work so well). However, I do straightening when getting it cut or trimmed especially since I finally found a stylist whom I trust.

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Father’s Day is just around the corner, but it’s not too late to get a great gift for the special man in your life. Here are a few reasonably priced gift ideas to keep Dad cool as the summer approaches.

Nothing is better than a man that smells good. (1.) Burberry for Men ($67, Lord & Taylor) Clarks have been around for years, but the increased popularity , heavy due to Vybz Kartel popular dancehall hit “Clarks”  these shoes are setting trends all over again (2.) Tabas Clarks Casual shoes ($100, Zappos) (3.) Ray Ban Aviators never go out of style, sleek and chic as it heats up this summer ($99, Ray Ban) (4.) Time is of the essence, stylishly keep Dad on time with G-Shock watch ($99, G-Shock)

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Summer time in NYC means getting out to enjoy festivals, food and music concerts (many of them free, if you know where to look). Simple, no fuss attire is a must when you’re outdoors for a long period of time. What’s for favorite summer piece for long days in the sun?

Outdoor Concert Gear by Style and Vibes featuring Sam Edelman shoes

Arden B Linen Button Front Romper
$59 - ardenb.com
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Sam Edelman Damian Ring Detail Gladiator Flat Sandal
$194 - asos.com
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Tan ‘Stork’ cross body bag
140 GBP - debenhams.com
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Marie 18-karat gold-plated earrings
$365 - net-a-porter.com
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Superb Vintage Emmanuelle Khanh Paris Muted Mauve Oversized Sunglasses
78 GBP - love-worn.com
More Emmanuelle Khanh sunglasses »

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Essence’s Vintage Throwback: Patra [Essence]

Actress/Singer Lena Horne Dies [NY Times]

Music Sales Dip in Caribbean Music [Jamaica Gleaner]

Bantu Beachwear [AuCourant Daily]

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Caribbean designer’s RepJA did a recent photo shoot for their latest Dancehall inspired collection of t-shirts. Gaza. Gully. Check out the footage below. I really love the progress of these young designers as they are representing Dancehall culture to the fullest, but I have to ask: Do these t-shirts add fuel to slowly fizzled fire?

(Photo Credit: RepJA Website)

The Gaza/Gully fued between Vybz Kartel and Mavado, respectively, gained serious momentum in 2009/2010 leading to fans attacking one another in defense of “their artist”. (more…)

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Shoe Lovers Unite! You know I’m a girl who loves a good shoe. To me, the shoe is the most important accesory and can make  (or break) an outfit. Miss Mean Shoe, is a site dedicated to soles that be. Profiling hot shoes, designers and shoe tips. Check out this post on these Frankie Morello pumps.

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