Oscar de la Renta

This man, born in the Dominican, studied in Spain and quickly became an apprentice with Cristobal Balenciaga, then became a couture assistant at Lanvin. He then began working with Elizabeth Arden, and designing clothes and shoes for Christian Dior. He took over Jane Derby's label when she died. He now makes some of the some of the most beautiful evening wear and wedding dresses on the market.


Fashion is not something that exists in dresses only.
Fashion is in the sky, in the street, fashion has to do with
ideas, the way we live, what is happening.

Coco Chanel

Some quick updates and shout outs.

RIP Elizabeth Taylor 

a classy lady, an icon.

(February 27, 1932-March 23, 2011)

In other news, the F.A.M.E. album dropped March 22nd :) 

And let me be the first to tell you that YOU HAVE TO GET IT. 

The thing I really like about it is the wide variety that it offers. This CD is dedicated to the fans and it really is everything we love about Chris Brown, plus some sick collaborations. There are a couple softer songs, like She Ain't You, alongside the upbeat dance songs, like Look at Me Now. Of course, there are the songs that make you want to well...you know. :)

Go buy it and support #teambreezy. :)

I am pretty sure that I will be attending Old Dominion University in the Fall. :) I will keep you updated, but I am pretty excited about it. Norfolk, Virginia is about to have a new resident. <3 

Have a good Wednesday everybody. I'm going to leave you with a song that you HAVE to listen to if you like Rap/R&B. 

Tyga- Light Dreams

It's so good. :)

Follow me @jenabarker2   <3

Let's Catch Up.

MUSIC UPDATE:
Currently, I am obsessed with a couple different songs, so CHECK EM'. :)

1. Sure Thing- Miguel; Im a hopeless romantic and this song is super cute. Makes you think about that boy in ya life. :)
2. Far Away- Marsha Ambrosius; She has the most beautiful, pure voice. This song is sad. Kinda the opposite of the first song, but all girls need a song to feel sad to, and this is the perfect one.
3. She Geeked- Sean Garrett feat. Gucci and Tyga; Okay, so this is old...but i love it. Makes me wanna go CLUBBIN' haha.
4. Blow Up- J. Cole; The song is a good song to ride to. I listen and sing all the time. It makes me feel like I am talking to all the people who have every hated on me. haha. :)

MY FAVORITE FASHION PICKS
Okay, now that music is out of the way....lets talk about some fashion-y stuff. I am actually really liking those off the shoulder shirts. They are so cute. You can dress them down for a bum kinda day, or dress them up for a party or a date. Love em. :)

I am also really feeling heels with skinny jeans lately. I am really tall, so I try to stay away from heels, but I found some cute short heels and they are adorable with my skinny jeans. Good with jeggings too. :)

Oh, one more thing.
PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE keep Japan in your prayers. The earthquake and tsunami that hit them has devastated the country. Remember these people and be so very grateful everyday for your life. The death toll is expected to exceed 1,000 people.

Convoy of Hope's Disaster Response team is in contact with partners in Japan and identifying areas in the greatest need of assistance. You can donate online at convoyofhope.org or text TSUNAMI to 50555 to donate $10 toward the relief efforts.

 ♥ 3-11-2011 ♥ Japan

Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week

Let me start by saying that I am sorry I have been absent for like EVER. I have been so busy, but now I am back full force. :)

That's right girls, it's time for the Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week coming up and I wanted to just let you guys know the dates, and give you a little preveiw. :)

SCHEDULE

February 10

• 9AM
  Nicholas K, Studio
• 9:30-10:30AM
  Porter Grey, Box
• 10AM
  BCBGMAXAZRIA, Theatre
• 11AM
  Richard Chai, Stage
• 1PM
  Duckie Brown, Studio
• 3:30-4:30PM
  Mara Hoffman, Box
• 3PM
  Luca Luca, Stage
• 4PM
  Tadashi Shoji, Studio
• 6PM
  Eva Minge, 356 W 58th Street
• 7PM
  Christian Siriano, Stage
• 8:30-9:30PM
  W Hotels Global Glam, Box
• 9PM
  Irina Shabayeva, Studio

February 11

• 9AM
  Ruffian, Studio
• 9:30-10:30AM
  Tess Giberson, Box
• 11AM
  Perry Ellis, Stage
• 12PM
  Farah Angsana, Studio
• 1:30-2:30PM
  Norman Ambrose, Box
• 2PM
  Rebecca Taylor, Stage
• 2PM
  Rebecca Taylor Live Stream
• 3PM
  Rebecca Minkoff, Theatre
• 5:30PM
  Tommy Hilfiger Men's, The Lion, 62 W 9th Street
• 6PM
  Nicole Miller, Studio
• 6PM
  Nicole Miller Live Stream
• 6:30-7:30PM
  Joy Cioci, Box
• 6:30PM
  Tommy Hilfiger Men's, The Lion, 62 W 9th Street
• 7PM
  Cynthia Rowley, Stage
• 8PM
  Academy of Art University, Theatre
• 9PM
  Venexiana, Studio

February 12

• 9AM
  General Idea, Studio
• 10:30-11:30AM
  Binetti, Box
• 11AM
  Jill Stuart, Stage
• 12PM
  Prabal Gurung, Studio
• 2PM
  ADAM, Stage
• 2:30-3:30PM
  MANDY COON, Box
• 3PM
  Vivienne Tam, Theatre
• 4PM
  Mik Cire, Studio
• 6PM
  Charlotte Ronson, Stage
• 6:30-7:30PM
  Maisonette 1977, Box
• 7PM
  G-STAR RAW, Theatre
• 9PM
  Toni Francesc, Studio

February 13

• 10AM
  Derek Lam, Stage
• 10:30-11:30AM
  Timo Weiland, Box
• 11AM
  Lela Rose, Studio
• 1PM
  DKNY, 547 W 26th Street
• 2PM
  Calvin Klein Collection Men's, 205 W 39th Street
• 2PM
  Calvin Klein Collection Men's Live Stream
• 2:15PM
  Tory Burch, Studio
• 2:30-3:30PM
  Yoana Baraschi, Box
• 3PM
  Max Azria, Stage
• 4PM
  Diane von Furstenberg, Theatre
• 5PM
  CYNTHIA STEFFE, Studio
• 5PM
  Y-3, 82 Mercer Street
• 6PM
  Carmen Marc Valvo, Nasdaq, 4 Times Square
• 7PM
  Custo Barcelona, Stage
• 7:30PM
  Behnaz Sarafpour, Box
• 8PM
  Tommy Hilfiger, Theatre
• 9PM
  Zang Toi, Studio

February 14

• 9AM
  Jenny Packham, Studio
• 9:30-10:30AM
  Callula Lillibelle, Box
• 10AM
  Carolina Herrera, Theatre
• 11AM
  Carlos Miele, Stage
• 12:00PM-2:00PM
  Woolrich John Rich & Bros. Black Label by Paula Gerbase, 540 W 21st Street
• 1PM
  Tracy Reese, Studio
• 2PM
  Donna Karan New York, 547 W 26th Street
• 2:30-3:30PM
  Sachin +Babi, Box
• 3PM
  Monique Lhullier, Stage
• 5PM
  pamella roland, Studio
• 6PM
  Betsey Johnson, Theatre
• 6PM
  Chado Ralph Rucci, 536 Broadway, 6th Floor
• 6:30-7:30PM
  GUiSHEM, Box

February 15

• 9AM
  Sergio Davila , Studio
• 9:30-10:30AM
  Trias, Box
• 10AM
  Badgley Mischka, Theatre
• 10AM
  Badgley Mischka Live Stream
• 11AM
  Vera Wang, Stage
• 1PM
  Diesel Black Gold, Pier 94, 711 12th Avenue
• 1PM
  Jen Kao, Studio
• 1PM
  Jen Kao Live Stream
• 1:30-3:30PM
  Bibhu Mohapatra, Box
• 2PM
  Hervé Léger by Max Azria, Theatre
• 3PM
  Dennis Basso, Stage
• 6PM
  J. Mendel, Studio
• 7PM
  Tibi, Stage
• 7:30-8:30PM
  Frank Tell, Box
• 8PM
  Narciso Rodriguez, Theatre
• 9PM
  
  
  Mackage, Studio

 

February 16

• 9AM
  Yigal Azrouël, Studio
• 9:30-10:30AM
  VACCA, Box
• 10AM
  Michael Kors, Theatre
• 10AM
  Michael Kors Live Stream
• 
  11AM
  Nanette Lepore, Stage
• 12PM
  Ports 1961, E 63rd Street
• 1PM
  Herchcovitch;Alexandre, Studio
• 1:30-2:30PM
  Adrienne Vittadini, Box
• 3PM
  Milly by Michelle Smith, Stage
• 4:00-6:00PM
  ALLEGRI, Courtyard
• 4PM
  Helen Yarmak, 730 Fifth Avenue, 23rd Floor
• 5PM
  CHRISTIAN COTA, Studio
• 6PM
  Anna Sui, Theatre
• 6:30-7:30PM
  Odd Molly, Box
• 7PM
  Elie Tahari, Stage
• 8PM
  b michael America, Plaza Hotel, 5th Ave

February 17

• 10AM
  Ralph Lauren, 275 Hudson Street
• 11AM
  Ralph Lauren, 275 Hudson Street
• 12PM
  Son Jung Wan, Studio
• 2PM
  Calvin Klein Collection Women's, 205 W 39th Street, Ground Floor
• 2PM
  Calvin Klein Collection Women's Live Stream
• 3PM
  Calvin Klein Collection Women's, 205 W 39th Street, Ground Floor
• 6PM
  Elene Cassis, Studio
• 7PM
  Naeem Khan, Stage
• 7:30-8:30PM
  LUBLU Kira Plastinina, Box
• 8PM
  L.A.M.B., Theatre
• 9PM
  Ivana Helsinki, Studio

Kanye West Performs 'Mama's Boyfriend' at Facebook

He does it again. :) Kanye West  ♥

MOB Girls :MTTM

Other Bitches Just Front

Okay girls, I am going to be showcasing one of my favorite brands, Married To The Mob. 

Here's a little about the brand, and the visionary: Leah McSweeney

Growing up in a city like New York, you're only as good as the crew that you run with and the name of the label is Leah's tribute to the "Most Official Bitches," who through the ups and downs and highs and lows never failed to have her back. Design inspiration for the label is literally up from the streets of New York and its clubs, secret hang-out spots and smoke-filled parties, making MOB equal parts chic, smart-mouthed, and definitely not-to-be-messed with. No doubt it's all New York attitude, but in the three years since it was founded, the MOB label has found female fans all over the globe who can identify with its street smarts.

Here are just a couple pieces from the collection, but check more out here

Check it out.

Yeezy Taught Me ♥

Rosewood  ♥ Yeezy

Go buy My Beautiful Dark Twisted Fantasy

Kanye West, who might be the most controversial person in the business right now, has put out a brilliant album and movie. The artistic aspect of Kanye's new movie and album have shown a new side to Kanye's personality. I can say that I really respect Kanye and everything he has to say. If you don't like him, at least appreciate that Rosewood swag and every song he has ever sung, because they are all amazing.

"Yeezy taught you well, Yeezy taught you well"