Author: Allegra

Allegra is the creator of CitySTYLE She loves clothing with lace, traveling and long walks on the beach
Lifestyle

International Juggling Troop Blends Contemporary Juggling With Ballet!

It’s juggling, it’s ballet; it’s fantastic!  I’m talking about 4 x 4: Ephemeral Architectures a show from world-renowned circus troop Gandini Juggling.  The show incorporates ballet with contemporary juggling. Recently, I had a great phone conversation with Gandini Juggling founder, Sean Gandini.  Watch the video below to find out why dance and juggling go hand-in-hand (pun intended). 4 x 4: Ephemeral Architectures | Presented by Cohen & Grigsby … Continue reading International Juggling Troop Blends Contemporary Juggling With Ballet!

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What's Trending

Wendy How YOU Doing? – Talk Show Host Faints on Live TV

So, I’m watching the Wendy Williams show today, the Halloween show – BTW, Wendy looked amazing!  She was dressed as the Statue of Liberty, and she was stunning, Coming back from a commercial break, as she was about to announce the winners of the audience Halloween costume contest, Wendy looked a little sheepish, her eyes were a little glassy and she slurred her words, and … Continue reading Wendy How YOU Doing? – Talk Show Host Faints on Live TV

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Social Scene, Style

Get “Undressed” – Exhibition Unveils the History of Fashion in Underwear

Have you ever wondered about the history of underwear?  I mean we all (well most of us) wear some type of undergarments with our clothing.  I can remember my grandmother buying me my first panty girdle; I was in the 5th grade!  From your first bra, to your first pair of Spanx – underwear plays a major part in fashion. This fall, the Frick Pittsburgh … Continue reading Get “Undressed” – Exhibition Unveils the History of Fashion in Underwear

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Lifestyle, What's Trending

Are We #TeamTooMuch or is Dove Really Trying to Disrespect Black Women?

Executives with Dove cosmetics are apologizing after a three-second GIF caused a social media uproar!  The ad featured a black woman, a white woman and a woman who appeared to be Latina.  And now, the world wide web is crying foul because the ad transitions from the black woman removing her shirt to reveal a white woman.  See for yourself. View this post on Instagram … Continue reading Are We #TeamTooMuch or is Dove Really Trying to Disrespect Black Women?

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Lifestyle, Travel

5 Things I learned About Global Race Relations While Traveling Through Europe

After being accepted for an international exchange fellowship, I found myself in an all-too-familiar situation—I was the only Black person among a group of professionals. Being the only Black person in the room is never a big deal to me; it comes with the territory—I live in America. But as I traveled through Europe with white colleagues, I started to think about race relations with … Continue reading 5 Things I learned About Global Race Relations While Traveling Through Europe

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StyleTRENDS

3 Style and Beauty Trends to Try This Week

Style and beauty trends come and go, but some trends are classic and never really go out of style; these trends recycle and get updated from decade to decade – that’s why the stone wash denim I wore in 8th grade is back in style again! Check out these timeless trends that you can try this week. Prints, Prints and More Prints! Floral, polka dot, … Continue reading 3 Style and Beauty Trends to Try This Week

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Look of the day

Are You Ready For Some Football? How to Wear Your Favorite Team Logo and Colors

Touchdown, goal, homerun!  So, I’ve heard it’s football season! LOL.  When it comes to sports, I’m clueless; and while I might not understand football lingo – I understand cute sports fashion! So today’s Look of the Day, is all about looking good, while cheering on your favorite team.  Whether you’re a die-hard football fan, or a confused spectator, check out our sports inspired LOTD! I … Continue reading Are You Ready For Some Football? How to Wear Your Favorite Team Logo and Colors

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Beauty

Issa New Beauty Campaign!

  Insecure creator and star Issa Rae is the new face of COVERGIRL!  The actress made the announcement today on Instagram. Congratulations Issa!  And we can’t wait for season 3 of Insecure!  Sunday night’s season 2 finale got me like 😂😖😯❤️ https://www.instagram.com/p/BY8T1Jfnrp9/?taken-by=issarae View this post on Instagram @issarae YES, you better believe it beautiful, the secret is finally out and we couldn't be happier! YOU … Continue reading Issa New Beauty Campaign!

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fashion

The History Behind New York Fashion Week

There’s something even MORE magical about New York City during February and September. Fashion Week! Fall is one of my absolute favorite times to be in NYC; maybe because the usual hustle and bustle of the Big Apple becomes a slow crawl in comparison to the excitement and frenzy of New York Fashion Week. And with NYFW kicking off this week, it made me curious … Continue reading The History Behind New York Fashion Week

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Beauty

Braids, Braids and More Braids! Our Current Hair Obsession

If you’re like me, you’ve been wearing braids since you were a little girl. And when Fulani braids started to pop up everywhere this spring and summer, I was like, “Yes! Now I have an excuse to relive my childhood!” Just because the spring and summer have come to an end, it doesn’t mean our favorite braided hairstyle is  finished as well. For Fall, we … Continue reading Braids, Braids and More Braids! Our Current Hair Obsession

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Lifestyle

Serena Williams is a Mommy!

Congratulations to tennis powerhouse Serena Williams!  A source has confirmed that Serena gave birth to a baby girl at St. Mary’s Medical Center in West Palm Beach, FL on Friday.  This is the first child for Serena and her fiancé, Reddit co-founder Alexis Ohanian – the two got engaged last December. Back in April Serena reveled her pregnancy in an “accidental” Snapcat.  In August the tennis … Continue reading Serena Williams is a Mommy!

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