Straight from Life & Style Magazine

September 6th, 2007 by Lachelle

 *Thanks Laura*

Check out latest fashion news from this week’s issue of LIFE & STYLE, on newsstands today (dated Sept. 17). 

 

  • IT’S IN THE BAG—Valentino’s new Hollywood It bag is a hit among stars such as Katherine Heigl, Molly Sims and Victoria Beckham. Life & Style shows us just what makes it so fabulous and some look-alike bags for less. 

 

  • SNEAK ATTACK—Being comfortable doesn’t have to mean compromising great style. Hayden Panettiere shows off her athletic side with a pair of Nike Shox and you can too with any one of these cool kicks. 

 

  • JEAN-IUS—Nothing beats a pair of perfect-fitting jeans. Life & Style showcases Jennifer Aniston in a pair of Generra jeans and tells us about other body shape-specific flattering brands. 

 

  • REALITY TURNED DESIGN STARLauren Conrad of MTV’s hit show The Hills introduces her debut collection to Life & Style. Here are some of her favorite pieces, fit for any Orange County socialite. 

Fashion week is upon us

September 5th, 2007 by Lachelle

Stay Tuned for more details about the 2007 NYC fashion week festivities and style releases!

Welcome back to Lemon Drop…..

June 28th, 2007 by Lyric

It seems like so much has happened since my initial appearance on this blog. Fashion is changing,albums dropping, we are slowly going back to the 80’s. Last nights’ BET Music Awards was just the motivation I needed to get this show back on the road. I am so proud of our ladies and gents doing the’ damn thang in entertainment. Diana Ross, who speaks with the most commanding yet soft voice I have ever heard, made raised the bar when she made a simple statement about all the bumping and grinding and explicit scenes we are allowing to serve as a symbol of what our music is about. We ( as black people) should be holding our heads up, shoulders back, and waltzing as if we owned this land.We ( as women )should demand respect from each and every man who steps to us and demand we are treated with class. Basically what I mean is, it’s time to gain that respect back. The legends, Diana, Patti, Gladys, Aretha will never ever be forgotten but it seems the women in entertainment are losing more and more of there inner goddess… It’s time to take our music back…..

Ok! ( thanks for letting me vent) Did you see the scorching style on display last night ? Red was everywhere! Robin Thicke ( who is fine as hell for a white boy) had his background dancers looking glam in red dresses, Monique came out in a sexy halter dress looking ” fiyah”, and even some of the BET special guest ( whose names escape me ) had the after parties “blazing” with red pieces. Here are a few photos that I found and as you can see no matter your age or weight, you to can look stunning in a fierce red dress.
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Want more.. Leave a comment as to what you would like for us to write about. After all Joia Style Studio and the Lemom Drop Blog, is all about you!!

From the pages of the NEW LIFE & STYLE (May 14th release date)

May 8th, 2007 by Lachelle

Sorry we have been away for a bit.  We are returning with some hotness directly from our new favorite fashion/gossip mag - Life & Style Magazine - Thanks Carson!

STYLEWEEK: BRIGHT SATIN DRESSES!

· Hilary Diff, Drew Barrymore, JoJo, Kelly Ripa & Jessica Biel…absolutely gorgeous!

· PLUS: 4 sexy satin bags!  

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FASHION FACE-OFF: WHO GOT IT RIGHT?

· Suede Prada peeptoes: Gweneth Paltrow or Claire Danes?

· Black Givenchy bag: Reese Witherspoon or Ashley Olsen?

· Loraine Schwartz hoops: Beyoncé or Kelly Rowland?  

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 ABOUT LIFE&STYLE: Life & Style Weekly is the fastest growing magazine in the industry, delivering the biggest celebrity news stories and the hottest celebrity fashion, beauty and lifestyle news.

A Nice Comfortable Pump…

April 23rd, 2007 by Lachelle

I just returned from a guilt filled yet yummy lunch with my co-workers and we got on the topic of shoes.  As you know, i am not a shoe horse really…I have a fetish for handbags.  However, I do love shopping for great summer shoes for all occasions.  My co-worker (a former employee of the Dillards’ womens shoe department)  stated that Donald J. Pliner and Guess have some great stylish yet comfy shoes.  I begged to differ but was willing to research this fact.  So when I returned to my desk I decided to review their websites to see if I could find anything that would tickle my fancy.

Surprisingly (and after much searching) I found a few shoes I could add to my wish list:

DJP Canna Sandal- $221.50

 

DJP ZoZo Sandal  - $243.95

 

 

Guess Debbilee (Purple) - $113.95

 

 

Guess Talia (Black Floral) - $98.95

So Happy to be Here….Let’s get this started

April 14th, 2007 by Lyric

Greetings fellow Lemondrop readers. My name is Lyric Daniel, a fashion publicist and freelance writer from Houston, TX. I am very pleased to have the opportunity to join this team of fashionable sistahs. Although I love apparel I have a fetish for accessories! Belts, earrings, bangles, jackets, handbags, and shoes you name it and I’m on top of it. My list can literally go on and on. Ok so now that you know a little bit about who I am, let’s jump right on in. Let’s talk about the addition of fabulous outerwear to your wardrobe. A nice jacket, blazer, or crop jacket can dramatically change a regular outfit from blah to banging. Take the picture of Ciara below for example. We can all agree that she is a beautiful, talented girl who has a great sense of style, (or a brilliant stylist), but what makes this outfit fierce is the scorching red jacket on top. My second pic is no comparison to the first because it’s runway diva Eva Marcille, (a*k*a Eva Pigford), but the focus is the jacket. Remove the jacket and its just a nice black shirt, cute jeans and some fiyah (fire) a*s boots. (Dang I love those boots). Now add a seriously hot jacket and WOW. Nothing else is to be said! (Eva was working that runway during Mercedes Fall Fashion week, you go girl).ciarared.jpgwordpresseva.JPG

So my challenge to you all is this? Throw a jacket that normally would not perfectly match. At the last minute when you think you attire for the day/night is complete, push it to the limit by trying to find a cute coat or cropped jacket to set it off just right. ** Warning, once you step you wardrobe game up you may become an accessory addict such as me.
But hey it is what it is….(-:

Peace & Blessings,
Lyric D.

Andre’s Box

April 11th, 2007 by Lachelle
 Andre’s Box features the fabulous fashion stylist Andre J as he lets you in on his latest fashion obsession. Each episode showcases Andre’s most recent unique find in luxury lifestyle fashion. From chic innovative gloves to sexy slenderizing pants, Andre always introduces something fabulous.  

About LX.TV

LX.TV is a free on-demand broadband channel focusing on culture and lifestyle programming with bureaus in New York City, the Hamptons, and Los Angeles. It gives viewers the latest insider information from chic, hip, expert hosts who take them inside the action and behind the scenes of each city’s hottest and most exclusive new destinations. LX.TV is the first outlet to bring the luxury urban lifestyle alive with video. 
{Thanks Carson}

Tees and Things

April 10th, 2007 by Lachelle

I am addicted to colorful and punchy spring/summer tees.  Even though there is unseasonably COLD weather plagueing our nation, I am able to focus on the warm weather to come, by checking out some cute tees I am going to wear onces the temps hit 65+.

I have found a lot of great new designers who create some great tees you should pick up this warm weather season. Here are some of my favorites!

 

Wyked Byatch of the West/East/Midwest/South tee (Black Heiress - $20 @ www.joiastylestudio.com)

 

Caught Tee (Brown - $24.95 @ www.joiastylestudio.com)

 

Purple and Pink designed White Tee (ADLove  - $34.00 @ www.joiastylestudio.com)

Flamingo Tee (Maria Bonita Extra - $98 @ www.shopbop.com)

“My Whole Crew is Famous” tee (Street Fatigues - $32.00 at streetfatigues.bigcartel.com)

“We Love our Customers” tee (RANA NYC - on sale for $55 @ www.joiastylestudio.com)

 

Till Next Time….stay stylish!

Life & Style Magazine Preview

April 4th, 2007 by Lachelle
Just for our readers - we have the weekly sneak preview of the Life & Style magazine features for the week of April 16th.  {Thanks Carson!}  

Style Week: Sexy Strapless Cocktail Dresses!

§       Renee Zellweger, Katie Holmes, Paris Hilton, Hilary Swank & Liv Tyler!!
§       Plus: Statement Jewelry Adds Sparkle!

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7 Trends in 7 Days!

§       Mischa Barton in GINGHAM
§       Paris Hilton in NATURE PRINTS
§       Anne Hathaway in a SIDE-SLIT Dress
§       Helena Christensen with CRYSTAL ACCENTS
§       Cameron Diaz’s cute CANVAS TOTE
§       Jamie-Lynn Sigler in a BACKLESS DRESS
§       Brooke Shields’ GOLD JACKET

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This Week’s Best-Sellers: SANDALS !

§       Over TEN best selling sandals!!
§       Plus: Giselle!
 

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Here is a snapshot of the cover (just for reference when you pick it up at your local newstand)

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Lightweight Summer

April 2nd, 2007 by Lachelle

I am a huge fan of Wendy Williams (the radio diva) and her radio show “The Wendy Williams Experience”.  Recently, Wendy has been discussing weight loss tips and tricks used by some of her listeners.  The most recent discovery that she will be trying out is the Medisana Micro Massaging shorts:

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She purchased the legging versions (they have a shorts option as well) After one day of wearing attempting to put on curve HURTING get-ups, Wendy couldn’t take it.  She said they were too damn tight and frustrating.  However, one of her staff members tried the shorts, slept in them for 8 hours,  and she claims the toned her cellulite overnight.  She went from 3 dimples to 1…WOW!

 Of course there is a catch - you must wear the shorts at least 8hrs per day to see results.  Supposedly these shorts are supposed to trim inches off the area it covers (i.e. your tummy, thighs, etc.) 

They are a nice $99 from Blissworld.com.

Till next time