Dream Culture announces its biggest sale to date! Use the code “DREAM50” at checkout for half off SITEWIDE at www.dream-culture.com!  Shop your favorites from the holiday collection at markedly discounted prices! Don’t miss this rare opportunity!

The discount code will be active until January 31, 2010.

Have you been checking out Rihanna’s funky, fashion-forward outfits and wondering just how you can afford to pull them off? Well you can leave all your worries behind, because with AMI you can steal her look for less…much less!

Rihanna was just spotted out and about with her beau, Matt Kemp, wearing a pair of fierce side cut-out leggings, paired with an oversized white shirt and leather vest, maintaining her notoriously powerful and chic look yet again.

Snag her style at amiclubwear.com with the “Black Lame Side Cut Out Tight”, “Black Studded Décor Pocket Chain Faux Leather Vest”, “White Lightweight Dolman T-shirt Top” for a grand total of just $71.00!

Wale’s album Attention Deficit is the best album of 2009! His lyrical abilities are insane with guest appearances from Bun B, Melanie Fiona, J.Cole and many more. The album reached number 2 on the U.S. Billboard Rap Charts and number 3 on the U.S. R&B charts. Wale has already released 3 songs from the album Chillin, World Tour, and Pretty Girls. His music incorporates elements of  go-go,  music a dance that started in Washington D.C. This was by far the best album in 2009 hands down.

Also check out these hot sizzling albums:

Omarion: Ollusion

K’Jon: I Get Around

Don’t look drab this fall. Brighten up your look with the season’s hottest makeup trends.

When attempting to impement the new trends, remember to use only ONE focal point on your face, it’s either the eyes or lips. When you use a dark shade for the eyes, natural colors for the lips work better, and vice versa.

EYES

Purple is the popular color this fall. Plum, lavender and violet are great shades for your lids. Purple’s are actually a great compliment to green and brown eyes, so go bold.

EYEBROWS

Thick, natural eyebrows are in these days, so don’t over pluck. Just fill in sparse areas to make them look uniform.

LIPS

Don’t be afraid of a bold lip. Dark reds, bright reds and berry shades are colors that pop. Nude lips are also in style and work best to compliment a bold eye.

CHEEKS

Keep your cheeks neutral with a soft bronze or peachy shade so that you don’t overdo it.

NAILS

Berries, purples, metallic and dark colors are what’s hot. They compliment your makeup and add drama to your look.

MINERAL MAKEUP

The popularity of mineral makeup has really taken off this fall. The benefits are lighter make-up with fewer chemicals that are healthier for skin. There are many different brands to choose from so it’s easy to find the right one for you at the right price. Starter kits for some of the most popular brands are; Bare Minerals for $29.99, Loreal Bare Naturale for $13.99, and Pur Minerals for $35.99.

The trend for fall 2009 for make-up is BOLD, COLORFUL, FUN and with a hint of drama.

PRESENTS

“JOYA BRAVO“

Singer/Songwriter/Rapper/Violinist, “JOYA BRAVO” is a New York native born in 1986 Queens, New York and raised in Atlanta, Georgia. Conceived by Jamaican parents, Bravo’s upbringing was conservative, but musically charged.

Bravo began playing the violin at age 9. Her success eventually earned her a chair in the Metropolitan Atlanta Youth Symphony Orchestra (a highly accredited youth ensemble in the southeast region). She has performed with Grammy Award Winners The Roots at the Highline Ballroom.

As an all around creative artist, this powerhouse talent has a clear message to share with the world. She seeks to spread ideals of self-realization, collaboration and positive progression to future generations of the world through her craft. Some of Joya Bravo’s lifetime musical inspirations include: Grace Jones, Serj Tankian (System of a Down), Radiohead, Sarah Brightman, Bob Marley and many other artists her abilities supersede.

Joya Bravo VIDEO performance at SOB’s NY 2009

Download the Joya Bravo music sampler

This project, entitled “Move in Day”, is a sampler and a showcase of her eclectically chaotic, multi-dimensional, complex and beautifully crazy experiences of 2009.The songs were written with passion in times of joy, pain, love, war, longing and contentment.  Real experiences invoke real emotions; this is what Joya Bravo wish to share with you.

“If you place your faith in your feet you can walk further than you’ve ever imagined to places you have never imagined.”

Thank you and Go Be Great! Nice ta Meet Cha!

Love,

 Joya Bravo

PS. Oh, and by the way…I play the violin!

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It’s important to preserve your flawless skin and enviable hair when the harsh winter weather comes around. With the aid of a few modifications to your routine and a couple preventative measures you could eliminate the stress associated with not-so-glowing skin and bad hair days.

Skin is very important, as it should be especially because it’s the largest organ. As the temperature changes, so do the needs of your skin. A heavier emollient, like thick body butter will keep the skin moisturized longer than a body oil or gel.

Products that contain large amounts of shea butter and olive oil are perfect because together they are easily absorbed and form a protective barrier to block the drying cold weather from damaging your skin. Cocoa butter and coconut oil are also great natural moisturizer that work better than petroleum-based products that protect but don’t nourish the skin.

In addition to applying the right moisturizer, you should also make sure that you dress appropriately. Avoiding exposure of your skin to the bitter weather is significantly effective.

We all want our hair to look its best so here are some tips to keep it up when the temperature drops.

- Never go outside with a wet head. The wash and wear look of the summer is over, and if you want to protect your health and your hair, thoroughly dry it before leaving the house.

- If you choose to wear a winter hat to protect your head, make sure it has a lining to protect your hair from rubbing agaisnt it and causing breakage and dryness. If it doesn’t come with one, use your favorite silk or satin scarf.

- Protective styles such as up-dos, twists, and braids that keep your ends from rubbing against your clothes and being exposed to the cold air are best this time of year.

- To prevent dry hair and scalp try a hot oil treatment. If that’s too oil for your hair type, try adding a tablespoon of olive oil to your favorite conditioner instead. This small step will work wonders to prevent flakes and brittle hair.

Think preservation not hibernation this winter. Take care of your skin and hair and with these tips and tricks you can maintain your CHIC look all year round.

If  the name “David Guetta” sounds familiar to you, yes you have heard it before he is the man behind the music (producer) for “Kelly Rowland” International/Dance/Techno/Electro - Pop SMASH HIT “When Love Takes Over” and by the look of things it seems he doesn’t intend to slow down anytime soon. I can go on and on about his numerous other smash hit records with other notable and creditable artist, but this came across my email box this week that I must share with the Teen Chic Mag Readers.

Wynter Gordon is someone who has been under my radar since 2007 and is on a collaboration streak of hits right now. Wynter Gordon is a singer/song writer signed to Atlantic Records/Don Pooh Music Group and has worked with likes of Mary J. Blige, J.Lo, Danity Kane, Toni Braxton, Flo-Rida, Maino and now you can add David Guetta to that list. When I heard this record I could not help but to keep thinking to myself, “what the heck is Atlantic Records waiting for release the first single already.” If you enjoy artist such as Jodi Whately, Madonna, Grace Jones, Rihanna and Lady GaGa you will feel like you have been waiting for Wynter Gordon your whole life. She is the complete package Singer/Songwriter/and Performer.

Wynter currently released her mix-tape last month, “The Trouble with Wynter” and she delievers yet another International hit record “Renegade ft. Static Revenger” which is currently available on i-Tunes and any other MP3 distribution company right now. You can check her out at www.myspace.com/wynter1985

You can download the record from the link below :

David Guetta Ft. Wynter Gordon - Toyfriend (Full Music HD)

Timbaland

Anything that Timbaland touches turns out dope. Shock Value produced hit singles, “The Way I Are,” “Scream,” “Give It To Me,” and “Apologize (Remix)“, which all charted high on Billboard. There is no set release date, but just hearing this news has got us excited all ready.

I HAD THE CHANCE TO MEET AND INTERVIEW ONE OF THE BIGGEST R&B STARS OF TODAY! HIS HUMBLING AND CHARISMATIC PERSONALITY JUST MAKES YOU LOVE HIM MORE..

YES I’M TALKING ABOUT CHRIS BROWN! HE HAS A NEW ALBUM DROPPING DECEMBER 8TH CALLED GRAFFITTI!

HERES THE INTERVIEW!

EB: HEY CHRIS! HOW ARE YOU?

CB: IM GOOD, THANK YOU. JUST TOURING AND PROMOTING MY ALBUM!

EB: THAT’S GOOD! SO THE ALBUM GRAFFITTI DROPS DECEMEBER 8TH! HOW DOES IT FEEL TO BE BACK?

CB: IT FEELS GREAT! IM JUST GLAD TO BE BACK DOING WHAT I LOVE TO DO AND GIVING THE FANS WHAT THEY DESERVE! MY FANS HAVE BEEN GOOD TO ME.

EB: I CAN TRANSFOR YA…CATCHY SONG TITLE, TELL ME HOW DID THE SONG COME ABOUT?

CB: WELL, SWIZZ BEATS PRODUCE THE SONG AND IT ALSO FEATURES HIM AND IT FEATURES LIL WAYNE AND BASICALLY IT PUTS YOU IN THE MINDSET OF THE MOVIE TRANSFORMERS. I WANTED TO CHANGE IT UP AND BE DIFFERENT AND UNIQUE!

EB: WHAT PRODUCERS DID YOU WORK WITH ON GRAFFITTI?

CB: I WORKED WITH POLOW THE DON, NEPTUNES, THE MESSENGERS, THA BIZNESS, AND THE RUNNERS…SO YEAH ITS GOING TO BE A HOT ALBUM!

EB: THE ALBUM IS GOING TO BE HOT! I CANT WAIT! U ALSO HAVE A MOVIE COMING OUT IN FEBRUARY TELL US ABOUT THAT?

CB: THE MOVIE IS CALLED TAKERS AND ITS IN THEATERS FEBRUARY 26, 2010 AND ITS STARRING ME, T.I., IDRIS ELBA, MATT DILLON, HAYDEN CHRISTENSEN AND MANY MORE. IT’S ABOUT A GROUP OF BANK ROBBERS THAT SPECIALIZE IN SPECTACULAR ROBBERIES AND WE HAVE ONE LAST JOB TO DO BUT A DETECTIVE TRIES TO INTERUPT A 20 MILLION DOLLAR HEIST…SO YEAH IM EXCITED ABOUT IT…IN THEATRES FEBRUARY 26TH!

EB: I SEE YOUR DOING BIG THINGS! I KNOW YOU HAVE TO GO BUT WE ARE GLAD TO HAVE YOU BACK AND YOU’RE DOING AN AMAZING JOB! TELL THE FANS HOW THEY CAN KEEP IN TOUCH WITH YOU.

CB: THANK YOU SO MUCH IM GLAD TO BE BACK! AND I HAVE A NEW SAY NOW NUMBER AND I WANT ALL MY FANS TO CALL AND LEAVE ME A MESSAGE! THE NUMBER IS 877-CBREEZY AND I WANT ALL MY FANS TO FOLLOW ME ON TWITTER @MECHANICALDUMMY!

EB: ALRIGHT I KNOW U HAVE TO GO AND GET DRESSED BUT THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR TAKING YOUR TIME OUT TO TALK TO ME.

CB: NO THANK YOU AND ITS MY PLEASURE! THANKS AGAIN!

‘You Are Not Alone’ Winter Retreat will host several young women age 12-18 and workshops focused on health, beauty, fitness, self-esteem, and education.

ATLANTA, GA (November 20, 2009) The Lost Ones Foundation founded by celebrity stylist and fashion maven Tameka Raymond, announces its “You Are Not Alone” Winter Retreat. Held bi-annually, the inaugural winter edition will be held Saturday, December 19 - Thursday, December 23, 2009 at Chateau Élan in Braselton, Georgia (a suburb of Atlanta, GA).  Young women age 12-18 will participate in 5-day series of seminars and workshops designed to address medical and mental health issues, college preparatory information, physical fitness and nutrition, mentor matching, beauty and image consulting -conducted by leading professionals offering amazing personal experiences and knowledge in their respective fields. 

‘You Are Not Alone’ retreat serves to motivate these deserving young women and offer them positive alternatives to their lifestyles.  Potential participants age 12-18 are encouraged to submit essays describing their background and why they’re a good fit for the winter retreat.  Criteria for selection are young women - victims of early pregnancy, truancy, defiance, criminal behavior and violence, drug use, sexual misconduct, and other self-deprecatory activities.

The retreat includes 5-days of extensive one-on-one sessions and seminars resulting in empowerment tools to increase productivity in all facets of their lives. The themes for the week-long transformation experience include “You Are -Beauty, You Are- Health, You Are- Proof, You Are- Virtue, and You Are- Style”. The retreat’s final day of transformation will include a full make-over and fashion show starring participants-showcasing their new inner and outer growth.   “Our goal is to inspire, mentor and aid these troubled  young women, offering them practical and life changing retreats that will provide direction, a renewed outlook, and a strong sense of purpose”- affectionately states The Lost Ones Foundation Founder Tameka Raymond.  

All essays considered for selection to attend The Lost Ones Foundation’s “You Are Not Alone” Winter Retreat are due by December 4^th.  For more information on participant guidelines, or to make a charitable donation, visit The  Lost Ones Foundation website.

About The Lost Ones Foundation

Founded by celebrity fashion maven Tameka Raymond, The Lost Ones Foundation, Inc. is an independent non-profit organization established in 2009 which serves an alienated, marginalized community of young women age 12-18, who are often ignored, set aside, disregarded or ultimately dismissed as “The Lost Ones”.

It is the intent of The Lost Ones Foundation, Inc. to equip these young women with the tools that will encourage them to thrive, which ultimately sets them in motion to elevate the next generation. Through the building of self-esteem, there are so many obstacles that can be overcome. We want the participants to know that we are here with open arms and that “You are not alone.”

For more information about the foundation, and donations, log onto www.lostonesfoundation.org.

About The Lost Ones Foundation Founder Tameka Raymond

Celebrity stylist Tameka Raymond had aspirations to develop a career in the fashion industry as early as high school. Armed with a strong will to succeed and a sharp eye for fashion, she attended the Fashion Institute of Design and Merchandising (FIDM) in 1994 as a Merchandising Marketing major in Los Angeles. She went on to work as a dresser for Giorgio Armani and other designer shows while attending FIDM. The resident Atlantan is probably best known for propelling Lauryn Hill’s vintage haute couture look into the limelight, branding Lauryn as an International Fashion icon. Her impressive clientele roster reads like a VIP list to the swankiest of affairs. Tameka has lent her creative talents to legendary soul singers like Patti Labelle, Chaka Khan and Aretha Franklin to chart-toppers such as Lauryn Hill, Jay-Z, Usher, Toni Braxton, Mary J. Blige, Ciara, Keri Hilson, Timbaland, Maxwell, The Fugees, Nas, T.I, Janelle Monae, Dr. Dre and more. Her work has covered top magazines Harpers Bazaar, Esquire, GQ, Rolling Stone, Seventeen, People, Teen People, The Source, Vibe and Details and graced pages of high-end fashion publications ranging from Glamour to Essence.

The duo, up until now, have been a quiet force in the platinum-charting hip hop world, helping to make hit records and remixes for The Noisettes, Lil’ Kim, The Clipse, Young Gunz, Foxy Brown, GLC and Lupe Fiasco’s electro band Hey Champ just to name a few. They’ve recently been working on Diddy’s “Last Train To Paris.” They landed their first overseas smash “Ski Hard” on electro giant Armand Van Helden’s most recent album.

After teaming up with Get Familiar and Clinton Sparks, Christian Rich is proud to bring you the long awaited “Famous Girl” EPfor their new single “Famous Girl” available on iTunes. Partnering with popular street wear brand Hellz Bellz to design the Famous Girl t-shirt, the campaign also involves the release of a CD, and digital EP of remixes and original new music executive produced by Clinton Sparks.  And if that wasn’t enough, it also includes the Famous Girl music video and production by Bjorn from Peter Bjorn & John, Clinton Sparks, and a few guest surprises!

If you aren’t keeping up with Christian Rich on one of the many media outlets including HighSnobiety.com, VH1.com, BBCICECREAM.com, HBO Zone, MTVu or E! TV’s Daily 10, be sure to stay up to date with the dynamic duo at www.ChristianRichGoods.com, www.myspace.com/CRichMusic, and www.twitter.com/ChristianRich.

Monday night @ Butter Apple, Taboo Ammo Poet and Will I Am from the Black Eyed Peas were there but sadly we didn’t see any Fergie. Oh no!

I was hosting Monday night (11/16) @ Marquee which is a celebrity night. Now I must be honest, the party was a little hood but a lot of celebrities have been showing up over the past few Mondays. November 2nd, John Legend performed live and Rihanna was there.

November 9th was the album release party for Wale and Serena Williams and Selita Ebanks attended. This Monday that passed(11/16) was athlete central with a late night pop in with some of the Black Eyed Peas members who were at Butter earlier. I actually grabbed photos with Vince Young (http://twitpic.com/puhhr) and also with the 2nd best defensive player in NBA history, Dikembe Motumba (http://twitpic.com/q1vyp). It was the birthday party for Chris Baker who is a defensive lineman for the Denver Broncos. Sadly, I didn’t get a photo with him (haha) but he seemed to have had a blast.

Thursday night (11/26) at M2 is the after party for the VICTORIA SECRET FASHION SHOW. Sadly it is a private event so all you perverted guys out there that think you can get in by paying $30, think again it is a strict guest list.

I am selling tickets for Thanksgiving Eve (11/25) at STK in NYC. Very sexy room so definitely let me know if you want tickets.

My very good friend NATE EVERSON is selling all the best mixes you hear at nightclubs on his website Loudmusic.weebly.com. If you want you can call or text him at 646-226-9928. Amazing!

Troy Gordon
Twitter.com/tnkg
Thetroyreport.com

There are people in the world who take matters of the world, matters of the heart and matters of the soul and bring them to life through art.  There are designers who take the emotions and re-create them in wearable form.  Unkommon Kolor is that HAUTE NEW design team. 

 Mr. Jeremy Biggers, member this design team, monitors closely new fashion trends and develops concepts and creative designs that depict what people want.  How they want to look.  How they want to express themselves. 

Jeremy Biggers, in a recent interview:                                                                                        

TCM: So that everyone is familiar with Unkommon Kolor and the unique derivation of the name, could you please inform us of how you all define Unkommon Kolor?

JB: Essentially we are a heavily art themed lifestyle brand that primarily focuses on t-shirts and custom hats and shoes.

TCM: Including yourself, who are affiliates of Unkommon Kolor? 

JB: Bryan Blue “Blue the Great”: Owner, Designer, Marketing Team

Jeremy Campbell “Jaye Cartel”: Owner, Designer

Jeremy Biggers “The REAL Jeremy Biggers”: Owner, Designer, Photographer, Marketing Team

Arif Merritt “The Scientist”: Web Designer, Designer

Krisaela Fraizer “Pretty Flaca”: Seamstress, Designer

Eric White “Senior Blanco”: Designer

Samantha Mattice-Lowery “Sam… with the Hair”: Designer

Mercedes Fulbright: Intern/ Marketing Team

Maricela Diggs: Intern/ Designer

TCM: What is your role in the company?

JB: I am the third owner of Unkommon Kolor.  I am also the photographer, designer, and marketer within the team.

TCM: Where can we purchase Unkommon Kolor merchandise?

JB: As it stands now you can only purchase the merchandise on our website, www.unkommonkolor.com  (unless you get it from one of us directly)  We are in the process of working with some boutiques in Dallas, Houston, LA, and possibly some other markets such as Miami, DC, NY, and Philadelphia.  We just need to finalize a few things.

TCM: This is a teen magazine so we do encourage; what would you say to encourage TCM readers?

JB: Well the main thing we encourage is being yourself, and realizing who you are is “good enough”.  Be the best you can be and NEVER take no for an answer.  If you can think it, you can do it.  Finally, “Live today like there is no tomorrow.  Learn like you will live forever.” Ghandi.

TCM: Will TCM be able to use Unkommon Kolor in the next photo shoot?

JB: We are more than happy to make that happen.

TCM: What is next for Unkommon Kolor?  What new design inspirations?

JB: We have quite a few things in the works.  Most of which we can’t discuss as of yet.  We will be dropping a HUGE line in January so we’re waiting on that.  We have some contests coming up that only members on our twitter page and blog will know about.  So, just follow us on twitter @unkommonkolor and the blog is http://unkommonkolor.blogspot.com/.

For more of UNKOMMON KOLOR be sure to visit the website at www.unkommonkolor.com. 

Monday Night @ Marquee is sizzling hot with madness and celebrities. Ahmad and Jrosenblum throw huge events there. Last night it was officially the album release party for Wale (sings a song with Lady GaGa “Chillin”).

The celebs I saw there were as follows: Wale Selita Ebanks (Victoria Secret Model), Dwight Freeney (defensive COLTS player), Serena Williams (if you don’t know your whack:), Barack Obama (haha just kidding, wish he was there so I could get his autograph) and Mark Ronson (famous DJ).

http://www.facebook.com/l/3d47d;twitpic.com/oz3p3 Pic of huge bottle

http://www.facebook.com/l/3d47d;twitpic.com/ozbwu wale’s flyer

The door was jam packed the line was long and there were beautiful women inside. Celebs celebs celebs. I am going to work on figuring out the names of American football and basketball players because it will make this posting a little more interesting if I could name them all haha. I found out Dwight Freeney one of the best defensive football players in the NFL was seated next to me @ the end of the night ha. Was really cool chit chatting with him a little and I asked what he did and he said he plays for the Colts.

I don’t want to elaborate too much on the number of bottles that were being brought out by the waitresses but there were quite a lot the following photo is my favorite http://www.facebook.com/l/3d47d;twitpic.com/oz3p3

I am going to try to do a lot more celebrity events as that serves my niche of promotion. Mixture between filler promoter and bringing out pretty girls. Any celebrity events you guys hear about anywhere let Troy know always.

Ron Brownz, the guy who sings “Gimme 20$” and “Pop Champagne” and some other good rap songs, he will be @ La Pomme Wednesday. You guys should all come so please let me know if attending. Some other celebrity parties are in the works. Give me time. I am going to make it happen Mon-Wed celebrity parties and thursday-Sunday some nice higher end venues.

Sunday night @1Oak it was supposed to be the movie premiere afterparty for a movie called “the messenger.” Woody Harrelson was supposed to be in attendance however I didn’t see him. There were billboards all set up but celebs were a no show for once at the amazing 1Oak. In the beginning I was worried that this Sunday party would turn out to be a failure but the crowd is slowly but surely getting better and better each time (I am making it sound like the crowd isn’t good but it really is, but just not up to the real 1Oak’s par as yet however huge progress girls/guys told me). Had a blast!

Sunday @ Tenjune JUDE LAW was there ladies. Now don’t you wish you didn’t stay in to cuddle with your boyfriend on the couch? YES! I went Tenjune late night to speak with a business associate and the ceilings of Tenjune had white drapes hanging and chandeliers dangling also. It looked stupendous, but I don’t know how long they plan to keep the decorations for.

Troy Gordon
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The winner will be announced on November 30th.

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So, “Cosmopolitan” Magazine has listed there “Hottest Emerging Female Music Artist” and here is a brief review below the website link attached.

You need to know now what everyone else will figure out later. You want to hear tomorrow’s hitmakers today.  In fact, you’re probably looking for something better in your toys, boys and music.

Cool & Confident

Dance hits with depth.  Honeyed heartache.  If you want to dance your way through your pain, then Wynter Gordon is the artist for you. Having written hits for top selling artists, it’s now Wynter’s turn in the spotlight. Although she’s performed at Carnegie Hall and Lincoln Center, Wynter’s debut album is full of hard-hitting dance tunes, infused with real life sincerity. With her tracks “Surveillance” and “Renegade” atop of the club and radio request lists.

Wynter Call Out: “Music is my passion and my life, but it is also a door to do something else. It is an opportunity to raise awareness and actually help people, and that’s where I want to go,” says Wynter.

HERE IS THE LINK: Check out Wynter Gordon as she is featured in Cosmo’s article entitled “The Hottest Emerging Female Music Artists.”
http://www.cosmobetter.com/the-hottest-emerging-female-music-artists/

So as you all may know by now, I love LADY GAGA she is set to re-release her first album “THE FAME” but with a twist. The re-release title is “The FAME MONSTER” with 8 new tracks never heard before and hear is the video for the first single “Bad Romance” enjoy.