Halloween 2014 ( from adorable to OH HECK NO)

Halloween 2014 was very eventful and like always people around the world SHOWED UP AND SHOWED OUT with their creative costumes. My personal favorite costume(s) of the season just so happens to be one worn by my favorite singer * Im not being bias, y'all know Beyonce and Blue killed it. Check out how the mother/daughter duo pay homage to the #KingOfPop and his FIERCE sister.

Beyonce is wearing Janet Jackson "Rhythm Nation" ensemble while Blue Ivy portrays Michael Jackson

All we would have needed was for Beyonce to bust out with some Janet moves

Bey really nailed Janet

You cant look at this and not smile

Okay time to check out some of the best and most hilarious costumes of the season. I honestly can say Halloween always gives me a few good laughs and makes me look at people with the stank face ( while giving them the side eye).

We are all familiar with the photo on the right

And again we have the lame dude from ferguson Missouri

All I'm going to say is ( wowwww thats interesting )

They rocked the POWER PUFF girls look

This one came from the archives of Forrest Gump

Little Miss Anna Wintour #EditorInChief of #VogueMagazine

The fabulous Miss Olivia Pope #Scandal, homegirl even has the badge

Say hello to #CrazyEyes ( Orange is the new black )

crazy eyes part 2

Good ole Felicia from Friday #ByeFelicia

DontBeAMenanceToSocietyWhileDrinkingYourJuiceInTheHood

FAT ALBERT....

But thats NONE OF MY BUISNESS

Hometown homie pulled off the infamous Mabel "madea" Simmons look

Asian food scares me

Mama I love you .... P-O-P hold it down... Pimp squad baby 4 life

My anaconda don't my anaconda don't

Little in the middle but she got much back

Nicki come get your folks

Proud family on deck ... It's Penny Proud miss ain't to proud to beg

Poetic justice flow

Nailed this poetic justice look

Chucky scares the heck out of me

Craig and smokey sitting on the front porch ... Yall already know the pic on the left is the DAMMMMN scene 😂😂

She was wrong for this ...

Pretty cool look



Emojis on deck



This is disturbing and why is the little girl touching his fake penis

Rolling across your page

She's too cute

And now the infamous looks from the #Beyhive ... The BEYONCE COSTUMES are always must a see. It's amazing to see how fabulous all the re-creations turn out. KUDOS to everyone



The Bday look



GQ 2013



I woke up like this #FLAWLESS

I woke up like this #FLAWLESS

Blue ivy at the VMAs



Blue Ivy at the VMAs part 2

Girls ( who run the world ) #OnTheRun

Flawless #OTR

Flawless #OTR



Run the world #TheMrsCarterShow



Terry Crews and Robin Roberts as Jay and Bey



the opening look for the On The Run tour was nailed



Grammys 2014



On The Run ( opening look )



Overall it looks like Halloween 2014 was a total success. The costumes were on point and it looks like events from the past 12 months were fully represented through the costumes this year. We had Beyonce's infamous grammy performance and her on the run tour, to the disgruntle black man in the green shirt from feguson along with the arrest of Donna G ( Miss POP hold it down). I also like how movies and characters from the past were recongnized to include the Poetic Justic and the Friday cast. I personallly was not able to dress up this year due to the fact that I am deployed but best believe next year it's going down and I'm bringing my A game.

I'm leaving yall with my favorite costume of the 2014 Halloween season

The revamp loo of Beyonce's 2014 VMA performance outfit * now I need someone to tell me who this girl is so I can hit her up and ask her a few questions about her awesome costume*

Remember To Always Be

Fierce and Fabulous

xoxo

Lela Victoria



Kelly Rowland bares it all while pregnant

I love a woman who's comfortable in her own skin and Mrs Kelly Rowland definitely displays that confidence in her most recent spread in Elle Magazine. Kelly bares it all while strategically, giving us a glowing view of her adorable baby bump. 

I actually happen to love maternity photos and what they represent and Kelly does not dissappoint in her awesome spread. 

Kelly's photos were taken by one of the newest photographers in the game the one and Lance Gross. I am a huge admirer of his work and would love for him to turn his camera on me one day. Hey Lance if you ever need a fierce veteran for a photo shoot I'm your girl. 

Kudos to Lance and Kelly for giving us such wonderful pictures Kelly girl you look amazing. Congrats on all your future endeavors. Check out Kelly's interview with Elle Magazine below 

Congratulations on your first child! What are you looking forward to the most about motherhood? 

I can't wait until he gets here. I just have a couple more weeks. I'm excited to bring a child into the world, and sharing that experience with my husband is probably the most beautiful part.

You've become quite a role model for staying fit during pregnancy. What tips would you give for other mothers who want to stay healthy and in shape while pregnant?

Everybody always tells you to go crazy with food, and you can eat whatever you want. It's fine to have your cravings but I wanted an easier delivery. All the women that I've talked to, that have worked out, have such an easy and speedy delivery. Exercise really helps that. And I like being able to have peaceful sleep at night, though there's no such thing as that now in the last trimester [laughs]. To be honest, I did modify my exercise routine a bit by just listening to my body. I would tell my trainer [Jeanette Jenkins] "This move doesn't feel right," and we'd modify it. I still walk two miles everyday. I still work out. It's important to me.

Any cravings?

I love cherry pie and chocolate ice cream with peanut butter mixed in it. And I had a week straight where I was obsessed with nachos. 

Your skin is glowing! What's your pregnancy beauty regimen? 

I've switched out anything with harsh chemicals. I use nothing but shea butter, pure cocoa butter and coconut oil. It's amazing how all of those things work so well for my skin. I'm going to continue to just use those after the baby gets here.

              Remember To Always Be 

              Fierce and Fabulous 

              xoxo Lela Victoria 

Nicki Minaj's *ASSet* filled ANACONDA video

     Who does not LOVE being the talk of the town, better yet the talk of the COUNTRY and the music industry in particular. One of the women in the music industry who has had our attention lately has been the curvaceous NICKI MINAJ. About 2 weeks ago Nicki had our attention because of her provocative cover for her single ANACONDA, and now she has us talking once again. This time our attention is focused on the actual music video for ANACONDA. NICKI MINAJ released the video at midnight ( on 19 August). I personally knew about the release ahead of time, so I made sure to stay up to catch the music video as soon as it was premiered. Personally I am a fan of the song itself. I like the tempo and the upbeat tune and I just love how overall NICKI is enjoying herself.

 Essence sparked a lunchtime debate on twitter today where they asked the question whether or not it was okay for a female music artist to display women in a music video in a sexual manner. People had a problem with the song's cover so of course they are all in their feelings about this provacative video. I say if you have a problem with it DO NOT WATCH IT simply as that. The song samples " Sir Mix Alot's " BABY GOT BACK song and I'm more than sure the same people complaining about Nicki's ANACONDA, have no problem with BABY GOT BACK. She's a grown woman who loves herself and someone who does not mind showing off her curves so why not let her. I mean you can't argue that she's not a nice sight to see. NICKI and her curves are mind blowing.

Overall I loved the calm beginning, I adored the chair dancing scene. When NICKI appeared on my screen in the pink with dumbells, I almost fell over and last but not least THE DRAKE LAPDANCE. Drake was literally sitting in that chair looking like he wasnt ready for what NICKI was about to throw at him, and boy oh boy did homegirl back that thang up.

Hey Nicki can you teach me how to move like that girl. I can learn a thing or two from you.
check out some snapshots from the music video and the actual music video below.

I have been cracking up at everyone's reaction to the Anaconda video. I even had the pleasure of watching 3 males reaction's as they watched the music video tonight. I sat backed and watched their body movement and facial expressions. From bugged eyes, goofy smiles and open mouth stares, I got a good laugh out of them drooling over NICKI and her curves. KUDOS NICKI YOU WIN WE LOOSE ...HAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA


What did you think about the video, let me know the good the bad and the ugly.

REMEMBER TO ALWAYS BE

FIERCE AND FABULOUS

XOXO LELA VICTORIA

 

 

Finalists for Seabrook Island Wedding Giveaway

     As you live your days on this wonderful earth you encounter people that leave an everlasting impression upon your life. One of the people who did just that for me was Crystal. I met her my freshmen year of college and I am more than sure God personally put her in my life. Growing up as the oldest of ten siblings I always had to be the backbone and of course I yearned for a older sister to call my own. While a student/cadet at the United States Military Academy at West Point, Crystal was a big sister, mother figure, and a mentor to me. I admire so much about her and she always gave me great advice whether I wanted to hear it or not. She truly cared about my well being.

    While she was an English instructor at West Point she met the love of her life Marcus. I remember when she told me they were dating, and I decided I was going to give him a hard time just because I did not want just any man talking to Crystal. She was special in my eyes and deserved a special man. Turns out Marcus was a sweetheart and he won me over.

     Now it is almost 4-5 years later and Marcus has officially asked Crystal to become his wife. I was filled with joy when Crystal told me the great news. Finding the love of your life truly is a great feeling. Now that she has said yes, it is now time to plan the wedding. I recently found out that Crystal and Marcus are semi finalist in a spectacular wedding giveway. The giveway is with " Seabrook Island Resort Beach " and the couple has the opportunity to win a dream wedding at one of Charleston's most luxurious beach resorts. I definitely would love for them to win this giveway.

* excert from the website*


Crystal and Marcus have a rather fateful romance going for them. The two met at West Point, then, years later while stationed in separate cities in Afghanistan, struck up a romance that played out over “handwritten letters, spotty Internet connections, and often disconnecting phone lines,” says Marcus. (Between missions, he says he even folded paper origami roses so he could send her a bunch of flowers.) When the two were back stateside, with Crystal stationed in Hawaii and Marcus in Georgia, one visit found him on the mic in a jazz club pouring out his love for her along with a proposal. They danced to “At Last” and soon decided to wed in Crystal’s hometown of Charleston. “We plan to retire there after our Army careers,” explains Marcus. “Crystal speaks of Charleston with reverence, with stories past, and with pure happiness as much of her family still lives there. And after walking along the Charleston’s coast, hand-in-hand with my wife-to-be and almost hypnotized by the gentle lap of the water, I, too, fell in love with the city.” Add in the area’s rich military history, plus the Gullah traditions that they hope to share with his California family, and there couldn’t be a better spot for them to say “I do.”

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Remember to Always Be

Fierce and Fabulous

xoxo Lela Victoria

 

DOUBLE STANDARDS NEED TO GO

There are many things that piss me off and one of those things happens to be when society takes part in uplifitng a double standard. A few months ago people had a problem with Rihanna having her nipples on display in a sheer dress. Now people have moved on to complaining about another black female and another body part that they feel is not meant to be displayed to the public. This particular feature that has everyone in an uproar is the BOOTY/A**/DONK/BUTT  of Nicki Minaj. Nicki is being criticized for showing her rear end when people flaunt there ASSetts on a daily basis. Lets take the beautiful area of SOUTH BEACH, MIAMI. Where women are known for walking the shore in a thong bikini which shows off their butts. I see nothing wrong with wearing a thong and having your butt out. We were all born naked. If showing skin was so wrong I think we would have been born with some type of cloth covering us. The particular picture that Nicki received major backlash and criticism for was the cover of her new single ANACONDA.

The song Anaconda references the song " Baby Got Back" by Sir Mix Alot which explains why Nicki has her cakes on display. The Image is similar to what is seen on many magazine covers around the country. To combat all the negative critcisim she received Nicki decided to take to instagram to point out the double standards that exist in our society.

This is a picture of the 50th Anniversary cover of Sports Illustrator. On the cover you can see the butts of models on display.. An image such as this is deemed to be acceptable by society even though there butts are out. Did you also notice they are also topless?

Here you will find another photo of a model found within Sports Illustrator with her buttocks on display and yet this is considered acceptable.

Once again Nicki posts another pic of a model with her butt on display with the caption acceptable.

And here's another photo have another model with her butt on display and shes in a squating position.





How is it considered acceptable to have a woman's butt displaed on a magazine cover, but if Nicki Minaj wants to display her butt on the album cover of her new single, she is considered to be trashy and a bad role model. Double standards are ruining our society. We as women should be able to do whatever we want.


Now lets examine another woman who has her butt on display.

The biggest female artist of our time tends to have no problem having her butt on display for millions of people to see.

Beyonce gives a sultry performs on stage during her ON THE RUN TOUR *summer 2014*

Beyonce has no problem showing off the body she works hard for

Even Beyonce's dancer enjoy having the freedom to wear what they want.


Now after evaluating all these lovely butts, can someone tell me what's so wrong with Nicki Minaj embracing her butt and making money from it in the process.

All I have to say is that if you are mad and disgusted with the cover of ANACONDA, just wait until you see the music video. From the previews I have seen, lets just say men will become obsessed with this video. The video is filled with many plump butts and samples the song " Baby Got Back"

Beyonce and Nicki Minaj remixes FLAWLESS

One of the biggest songs on Beyonce's fifth album has finally been remixed and what other way to do it than to remix it with the biggest female rap artist of this time. Beyonce teams up with Onika Tanya Maraj better known to y'all as Nicki Minaj for her flawless remix. Together they both create a great masterpiece. This remix takes flawless to another level. Beyonce is able to unleash YONCE. We've only recently been introduced to YONCE but so far I've determined she's the carefree sexy side of Bey who tends to do a bit of rapping every now and then.

Honestly not to be conceited but anyone who has the opportunity to collaborate with Beyonce should consider it to be an honor. Okay I know I'm sounding a bit much like a STAN right now but come on you can't deny the fact that Beyonce is super awesome and she makes great music and her music sales so if you want play time and want to make some money then I suggest you try to be featured on a song with Beyonce because you're going to receive much recognition.

If we take a look into the lyrics of this song we see a few subliminal messages. First off Beyonce address the infamous elevator incident that took place between her husband JayZ and her sister Solange. Bey raps

We escalate, up in this bitch like elevators
Of course sometimes shit go down
When it's a billion dollars on an elevator
Of course sometimes shit go down
When it's a billion dollars on an elevator

Beyonce and JayZ's net worth combine is over 1 BILLION dollars. Therefore is saying that when you're this rich of course a few things may go down. Even though they are filthy rich they have their problems just like any normal couple.

It also seems as if Beyonce is coming for someone and I'm thinking that someone, but I really can't name him.

You wish I was your pound cake 
Boy you know I look good as fuck
 You wish I was your baby momma,
 Come around and give you good Karma 



Check out the song below

BUT WAIT A MINUTE THERES MORE!!!!!

Seems like the old queen of rap has let jealously take over so she decided to do her own remix to the remix and invite herself to an invite only party. Lil Kim takes the remix and then adds 16 Bars of her own at the end. Lil Kim starts off by saying did this ho just say my name. Nicki does state that she's slaying with Queen B but I'm more than sure everyone would agree that Nicki was referring to Beyonce and not Lil Kim, but I guess Lil Kim wanted to be relevant again. But I will admit the line where Kim says " I gave you the rope I want you to hang" had me like danggggggg. But honestly Lil Kim trying to remix a remix and not even be original with it makes her look pathetic. Anyways scroll to the end of the song and you'll catch her useless addition to the remix and take a look at the lyrics to clarify what she's saying 

 [Verse 3: Lil Kim]

Am I trippin' or did this ho just say my name?
Queen of rap? Fuck outta here
Queen is back, get outta here
Time to get this swag bitch outta here
I woke up like this, fuck outta here
I'm so awesome, I'm so fuckin' awesome
These hoes wanna be me cause they know Kimmy, she be flawless
Yea, I'm flossin', bitches got 'em nauseas
Phantom got 'em cursin', Panamera Porsche's
I just had a baby 'bout a week ago
These bitches got me on my (?) yo
Look at this shit, still got my dick on her lips
I ain't (?)
Damn it's a shame
I gave you the rope, bitch, I want you to hang
Do your lipstick with the mascara
Kissin' myself on the bathroom mirror
Head game so presidential, spit on a dick like an instrumental

DEAR KIMBERLY NEXT TIME HOW ABOUT YOU DONT INVITE YOURSELF TO THE CLOSED PARTY AND TRY TO BE A LITTLE BIT MORE ORIGINAL. I MEAN COMEON YOU USED THE SAME COVER PHOTO AS BEY AND NICKI, ARE YOU REALLY THAT FLAWLESS. 

Remember to Always Be 

Fierce and Fabulous 

xoxo Lela Victoria