Patrice Y. posted an article on afrobella - Nov 30, 2009, 9:18 pm
Every year we say the same thing, but seriously — does it not seem as though the holiday season just crept up on all of us? I am SO not ready for Christmas. But here it comes, with the lights an...
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Patrice Y. posted an article on afrobella - Nov 30, 2009, 9:05 pm
Santa, Baby remains one of my all time favorite holiday songs. WPvideo 1.10 Eartha Kitt is so elegant. So fabulous. So unabashedly materialistic! Eartha is cooing about the kind of Christmas most o...
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Patrice Y. posted an article on afrobella - Nov 30, 2009, 2:10 pm
Giveaways always make me happy and excited, but my recent TJ Maxx giveaway had this bella feeling over the moon. It wasn’t easy, but I chose one Chicago fashion expert to go shopping with me, ...
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Patrice Y. posted an article on afrobella - Nov 30, 2009, 7:40 am
... Fox is sold online at MyHosieryStore.com. If you’re a plus size diva looking for tights, pantyhose, and trouser socks ... body firmers, to $3.50 for a pair of plus size anklet socks that...
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Patrice Y. posted an article on afrobella - Nov 27, 2009, 1:59 pm
Y’all already know — I’ve been rocking the red pump for a while now! The Red Pump Project, a charitable organization led by my friends Luvvie of Awesomely Luvvie and Karyn of The Fab...
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Patrice Y. posted an article on afrobella - Nov 26, 2009, 1:20 pm
It’s something we should do every day of the year, but somewhere in the hustle and bustle of life you can lose sight of the important things. To me, Thanksgiving isn’t about religion. It...
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Patrice Y. posted an article on afrobella - Nov 25, 2009, 1:17 pm
Recently a reader left a comment here, along the lines of “I’m glad you’re doing hair posts again.” This sparked an internal guilt trip that I won’t recount in great det...
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Patrice Y. posted an article on afrobella - Nov 25, 2009, 9:55 am
For so many years it seemed that images of natural hair in media were uncommon. For so long it seemed like the standard photograph of a woman of color in an ad had to be a bella with stick straightene...
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Patrice Y. posted an article on afrobella - Nov 23, 2009, 9:56 am
Bellas, I’m in love with a cruise ship. I’m writing to you on board the amazing, incredible, gorgeous Oasis of the Seas – the largest cruise ship at sea. It’s got seven differ...
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Patrice Y. posted an article on afrobella - Nov 20, 2009, 2:40 pm
Let me tell you, bellas! Last night I attended a special event, courtesy of Dove Visibly Smooth deodorant. At a gorgeous place called Spa Soak in the trendy Bucktown neighborhood of Chicago, I reciev...
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Patrice Y. posted an article on afrobella - Nov 19, 2009, 10:11 am
My amiga Tomiko shared this video on her Facebook page, and I HAD to post it here for all to see. WPvideo 1.10 The late, truly great designer Yves Saint Laurent was an innovator of style and a champ...
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Patrice Y. posted an article on afrobella - Nov 19, 2009, 8:36 am
Alright bellas, let me get my Tyra on and close this TJ Maxx contest! I have only one TJ Maxx card in my hands…and that card goes to… Commenter #5 – Nikia! Congratulations!! We...
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Patrice Y. posted an article on afrobella - Nov 18, 2009, 7:58 am
Isn’t she lovely? The beaming bella you see above is my homegirl Andrea — brilliant blogger of Fly, creator of awesome natural hair You Tube videos, and now creator of unique art that you...
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Patrice Y. posted an article on afrobella - Nov 17, 2009, 5:22 pm
I’m gonna need you to quit playing games with my heart. As a plus size fashionista, I’ve respected your hustle for a while now. For years you’ve produced a steady and reliable line ...
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Patrice Y. posted an article on afrobella - Nov 17, 2009, 3:21 pm
Adopting a dog or cat can mean companionship, sure…but did you know that bringing a pet into your home can mean health benefits, too? It’s true! According to the CDC, having a pet can dec...
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Patrice Y. posted an article on afrobella - Nov 16, 2009, 5:37 pm
One of the most popular questions I get from my Trinidadian afrobellas is – where can I get these products you speak of? It’s true – in the USA we’ve got a wealth of natural ha...
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Patrice Y. posted an article on afrobella - Nov 15, 2009, 2:10 pm
Every day I gaze out of my window and notice the trees. Green soon faded to gold, orange, some became fiery red. Gorgeous. And now most of the foliage has fallen, and the trees have bare (yet still be...
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Patrice Y. posted an article on afrobella - Nov 13, 2009, 5:55 pm
My Caribbean people will recognize the above from Barbadian calypsonian Gabby’s hit song, but it’s taken on a whole new meaning for me as the weather gets colder. For real, my cute littl...
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Patrice Y. posted an article on afrobella - Nov 12, 2009, 8:24 am
When I had the opportunity to talk with Doe Deere, also known as Xenia, the creator of controversial cosmetics brand Lime Crime, I was both excited and hesitant. Excited because her makeup brand has...
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Patrice Y. posted an article on afrobella - Nov 10, 2009, 1:26 pm
Sesame Street has been a tremendous influence on my life, and throughout the history of this blog I’ve celebrated the series on several occasions. Today I take special pleasure in giving tribute...
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Patrice Y. posted an article on afrobella - Nov 10, 2009, 8:50 am
Picture this: I’m standing in line at the supermarket last night, about to pay for my groceries. The casher and bagger are both young African American females with relaxed hair. One of them appe...
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Patrice Y. posted an article on afrobella - Nov 9, 2009, 2:45 pm
I love what I do, and I love spreading the word about natural beauty! Recently I’ve had some awesome opportunities, and have been interviewed by and featured in some truly amazing ways online. P...
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Patrice Y. posted an article on afrobella - Nov 8, 2009, 11:18 pm
When I saw the photos of Sammy Sosa that have been circulating online, one dancehall classic came immediately to mind. WPvideo 1.10 There’s a few more photos on Huffington Post that show the ...
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Patrice Y. posted an article on afrobella - Nov 5, 2009, 7:52 pm
Bellas, I am so tardy to the Melanie Fiona party! I’ve been watching this beautiful young singer on the rise, but I guess I wasn’t paying close enough attention. All of a sudden, my min...
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Patrice Y. posted an article on afrobella - Nov 4, 2009, 8:38 pm
The Artist’s Summit Chicago was jampacked with all kinds of goodies from the world of makeup and beauty. Some brands I was already well familiar with. Others, I was happy to get to know better. ...
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Patrice Y. posted an article on afrobella - Nov 3, 2009, 7:42 pm
Someone asked me the other day, “Bella, what’s up with you and all these giveaways?” I just LOVE doing them. Part of being an online editor or blogger is learning about, and often g...
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Patrice Y. posted an article on afrobella - Nov 2, 2009, 9:15 pm
If you visited Newsweek.com’s Human Condition blog today, you may have been greeted by this beautiful photo of two bright eyed, big haired girls. Those adorable little afrobellas are my nieces. ...
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Patrice Y. posted an article on afrobella - Nov 2, 2009, 1:19 pm
This Columbus Day Weekend, Chicago was the place to be. If you love makeup and beauty the way that I do, it was a weekend to treasure. The Powder Group rolled into town for the Artist Summit — a...
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Patrice Y. posted an article on afrobella - Oct 31, 2009, 12:36 pm
Happy Halloween, everyone! My days of dressing up just might be over, but that doesn’t mean I won’t be enjoying the candy! I’m gonna wait till tomorrow, and catch the sales at the ...
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Patrice Y. posted an article on afrobella - Oct 29, 2009, 9:39 am
Before I dive headfirst into this post, I know I owe SEVERAL readers a heartfelt apology. If you’ve sent me an e mail within the past oh… six months, asking me advice on how to start a b...
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Patrice Y. posted an article on afrobella - Oct 27, 2009, 11:29 am
Bellas! Your girl Afrobella is having a beauty crisis of her very own. It’s getting colder and colder here in Chicago, and I can’t hide from it forever… my first winter is just arou...
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Patrice Y. posted an article on afrobella - Oct 26, 2009, 4:47 pm
Sometimes I use them dry. Sometimes I use them wet. Depends on what look I’m going for. Doesn’t matter the method — either way Q-Tips are must-have beauty essentials. I do have a b...
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Patrice Y. posted an article on afrobella - Oct 26, 2009, 3:02 pm
Bellas on a budget! I hear your cry. Your wallet is thin and your product stashes are running low. What can you get that’s new, amazingly effective, awesome, and AFFORDABLE? Afrobella’s ...
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Patrice Y. posted an article on afrobella - Oct 23, 2009, 2:42 pm
If you’ve been reading this blog for a while (or following me on Twitter), you know that I’m a cat owner and an animal lover. I grew up with dogs, and honestly never thought I’d own ...
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Patrice Y. posted an article on afrobella - Oct 21, 2009, 9:51 pm
How cool is it to have a first lady who seems so accessible and fun to hang out with? Michelle makes me want to step my hula hoop game up! WPvideo 1.10 Love her! (first seen via The Feminista File...
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Patrice Y. posted an article on afrobella - Oct 21, 2009, 5:14 pm
Originally posted at BVHairTalk.com. Can I be real with y’all? I’m kinda sick of Chris Rock’s Good Hair. Raise your hand if you’re with me. The endless media tour. The prema...
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Patrice Y. posted an article on afrobella - Oct 20, 2009, 6:17 pm
Frugalista. Recessionista. Maxxinista. Whatever you call yourself, saving money isn’t a trend. It’s a necessary lifestyle these days. Gone are the days when people shopped with whimsy. N...
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Patrice Y. posted an article on afrobella - Oct 19, 2009, 3:45 pm
This is the beginning of something new: The Afrobella Review! I know I’ve got a whole category devoted to product reviews, but I’m expanding my repertoire to include films, music, and book...
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Patrice Y. posted an article on afrobella - Oct 16, 2009, 6:48 pm
The e mail in my inbox was short and to the point. “Bella, have you chosen the Carol’s Daughter winners yet?” It was the kind of thought that’d normally run through my head, sh...
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Patrice Y. posted an article on afrobella - Oct 15, 2009, 8:21 am
Thanks to all of you who have sent me that Newsweek article by Allison Samuels about Zahara Jolie Pitt and “the politics of uncombed hair.” I know y’all already know how I feel, but...
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Patrice Y. posted an article on afrobella - Oct 14, 2009, 11:14 am
By now you may have heard the news — Playboy is shaking things up and featuring Marge Simpson on the magazine’s cover, to commemorate 20 years of The Simpsons. But did you know that the pr...
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Patrice Y. posted an article on afrobella - Oct 13, 2009, 8:07 am
Can I just tell you how much I loved the debate on that Louis Vuitton afro post of last week? Sometimes I do respond with an automatic side-eye where maybe I should try to be more open in my approach...
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Patrice Y. posted an article on afrobella - Oct 9, 2009, 3:07 pm
I love hosting giveaways, but it’s so rare that I actually get to see the winners enjoying what they won! Just this last week, two Afrobella readers — Brightstarr82 and Nina — won t...
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Patrice Y. posted an article on afrobella - Oct 9, 2009, 1:24 pm
I’m oversensitive. I can admit it. I’ve been told that my whole life. As I’ve gotten older, I’ve gotten better at covering it up, but I’m still a pretty sensitive Piscea...
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Patrice Y. posted an article on afrobella - Oct 9, 2009, 8:52 am
What a way to wake up! This morning President Barack Obama was awakened with wonderful news. He’s been awarded the Nobel Peace Prize. The committee explained the decision thusly: “The fi...
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Patrice Y. posted an article on afrobella - Oct 8, 2009, 8:34 am
Originally posted over at BVHairTalk.com. This is the time of year where pink ribbons mysteriously appear on every item at the drugstore, where annual walks are walked and funds are raised, all in th...
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Patrice Y. posted an article on afrobella - Oct 6, 2009, 4:37 pm
Sherri Shepherd — Chicago gal, comedic actress turned serious actress, she of is-the-world-flat?-I-don’t-know opinions on The View. There’s something about her that I find extremel...
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Patrice Y. posted an article on afrobella - Oct 6, 2009, 9:44 am
In 2006, two British soul singers made big waves across the pond. One had a dark spirit, a quirky fashion sense, and sang songs about drugs and drinking, heartache and pain. The other seemed to embody...
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Patrice Y. posted an article on afrobella - Oct 5, 2009, 6:57 pm
Anyone who’s been reading this here blog for a while now knows — En Vogue were among my most significant beauty icons back when I was but a greasy-faced teenager who wanted to wear makeup ...
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Patrice Y. posted an article on afrobella - Oct 5, 2009, 10:13 am
This coming weekend in Chicago, the weather may be chilly but I’ve got a hot party for you to come to! Bellas, if you’re in Chitown – please come out to the Drugstore Diva Blogger ...
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