UNVOGUE AND VH1 ARE SAVING THE MUSIC WITH A CHARITY AUCTION



EXCLUSIVES, LIFESTYLE  |  By Channing Hargrove  |  August 22nd, 2010


UNVOGUE.com is partnering up with Charityfolks.com to auction off autographed headphones. All of the proceeds will go to VH1 Save The Music Foundation.

World Wide Web- VH1 Save The Music Foundation makes it’s goal to make sure that America’s public schools have restored our children’s music education. They realize that music is an important part of a child’s education and so does UNVOGUE magazine. UNVOGUE has partnered with Charity Folks to auction off Aerial7 headphones that were autographed by some of our favorite musicians like Russell Simmons, Nicki Minaj, DJ Cassidy, Swizz Beatz, Tyson Beckford, Kelly Rowland, and Shontelle. The autographed headphones will be auctioned off from August 18th until September 1 to raise money for VH1’s Save The Music Foundation. Want to get in on the action Blaynistas? Place your bid here!

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DOM PERIGNON HONORS ANDY WARHOL WITH A LITTLE BUBBLY



LIFESTYLE  |  By Jared Lowe  |  August 12th, 2010


What better way to pay homage to a pop icon than to celebrate with a little bubbly, courtesy of Dom Perignon!

World Wide Web – In the spirit of Pop Artist Andy Warhol, world renowned champagne brand Dom Perignon has released special edition bottles with labels in six different colors inspired by the iconic artist, including red, blue, lilac, violet, emerald green, and yellow. These collectors’ bottles will be available to customers through four stores in Spain – the Terrace of the Hotel Urban (Madrid), Pacha Ibiza, CDLC (Barcelona) and Olivia Valere (Marbella). The fabulous exclusive special edition will run until year’s end. So what are you waiting for? Stuck up now before they run out!

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LOVE JERSEY SHORE’S RONNIE’S “RON RON JUICE?” NOW IS YOUR CHANCE TO GET IN ON THE ACTION!



EXCLUSIVES, LIFESTYLE  |  By Channing Hargrove  |  July 23rd, 2010


Ron Abuelo Anejo has the in on this delicious recipe and even remixed it a little by substituting rum for Ronnie’s choice of vodka.

World Wide Web - We hate to admit it Blaynistas but it seems that New Jersey is definitely having a moment. This might be one moment that we don’t mind being in though because it involves yummy cocktails. Remember Jersey Shore cast-member Ronnie’s “Ron Ron Juice?” Well, Ron Abuelo Anejo Rum remixed the drink substituting aged rum for the original choice of vodka. We have the recipes for you, so grab a glow stick and get ready for some fist pumping action!

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PRAISE JESUS: DAVID LACHAPELLE DEBUTS NEW EXHIBIT IN NYC



LIFESTYLE  |  By Zandile Blay  |  July 20th, 2010


From the mind of the man who brought us ‘Lil Kim in pigtails and Tupac in a Bathtub…

New York - Sidenote: I love how LaChapelle loves black people (or at least black celebs). But I digress before I begin…News of the day: the new legend photog and videographer has debuted his new exhibit titled “American Jesus” at the Paul Kasmin Gallery in New York City. The exhibit features large scale portraits of Michael Jackson in his traditional military inspired garb holding hands, laying out and standing victorious over religious figures including my Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, the Virgin Mary and the hoodrat known as the Devil.

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SIT PRETTY IN A RANGE ROVER DESIGNED BY VICTORIA BECKHAM!



LIFESTYLE  |  By Channing Hargrove  |  July 6th, 2010


Victoria Beckham gets a new gig: Creative Design Executive for Range Rover. Vroom, vroom Blaynistas!

World Wide Web – As if former Spice Girl Victoria Beckham wasn’t busy enough being a wife, mother, and her all around fabulous Birkin totin’ self, she is now adding a little something extra to her resume. She will be the new Creative Director for Range Rover. It was announced at Range Rover’s 40th Anniversary party at Kensington Place.

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KICK OFF THE WEEKEND WITH A WORLD CUP CLASS OF WINE!



LIFESTYLE  |  By Channing Hargrove  |  July 2nd, 2010


Watch the World Cup with a glass of Argentina’s finest wine!

World Wide Web – While you’re watching Argentina’s soccer team compete in the quarterfinals of the World Cup, kick up your feet with a glass of Cios de los Slete 2008. The wine is the newest from Michel Rolland, the famous wine consultant. Perhaps you and your fellow Blaynistas could battle this fine Argentine wine against a German Riesling for a wine World Cup? Who will come out on top?



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BEHIND THE SEAMS: RIMOWA FACTORY TOUR



EXCLUSIVES, FASHION, LIFESTYLE  |  By Zandile Blay  |  July 2nd, 2010


Some girls like to buy the products. Some girls like to see them made. I fall in the later category.



Toronto, Canada -  Sidebar: how fab is that photo? It almost looks like I’m being taken on a guided tour with the paparazzi stalking. It’s only have true. I was on a guided tour and the photogs you see didn’t care about me – they just cared about what we were all looking at: really, really, amazing luxury luggage by Rimowa. A few weeks ago I had the honor of flying up to Toronto to visit the Cologne, Germany based company’s new-ish North American factory. What did I learn?  Continue reading…



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I’LL HAVE WHAT YOU SIPPIN’ ON: RED CARD COCKTAIL



LIFESTYLE  |  By Jared Lowe  |  July 1st, 2010


This 4th of July celebrate red, white, and blue with a cocktail by Van Gogh Vodka

World Wide Web – After the Dutch’s victory over Slovakia the other day (Monday, June 28th) in the World Cup, why not celebrate with a cocktail! We have a special treat from Van Gogh Vodka to make their signature Red Card Cocktail yourself. Peep to read the ingredients after the jump.

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CAN WE BUY YOU A DRANK? BACARDI UNVEILS A CONVENIENT COCKTAIL



LIFESTYLE, Uncategorized  |  By Zandile Blay  |  June 28th, 2010


Tired of mixing colada’s and daiquiri’s? Let Bacardi do the work!


USA – Alas…for those Blaynistas who love Balmain as much as they love Bacardi (I’m a member of your tribe) , I’ve got some news: Bacardi has debuted two new beverages you might fancy: Pina Colada and Strawberry Daiquiri. They make getting buzzed a stylish – and convenient – affair by pre-mixing the cocktails, so all you have to do is chill and serve.

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FORGET THE LATEST CRAZE ON THE NEW IPHONE, THE IPAD GETS TRES CHIC



FASHION, LIFESTYLE  |  By Kristina Bustos  |  June 25th, 2010


Known for its handmade footwear, Salvatore Ferragamo moves on to the technology world by launching iPad cases.

World Wide Web - We love a good high fashion and technology union, and the union between Salvatore Ferragamo and iPad has to be the best of them all. The Italian label is the latest to join the list of brands designing cases for Apple’s iPad. The Ferragamo cases feature European calfskin and brass Ferragamo logos. Priced from $290 to $390, cases will come in mandarin, moss green, and black. Living for it, Blaynistas? Score your own when the cases become available at the end of the month at Salvatore Ferragamo boutiques nationwide. Check out after the jump for more images.[Stylelist]

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