Rihanna wins Glamour Magazines Woman of the Year Award

 

Glamour Magazines Women of the Year 2009

What do think?  We want to know.  Do you think that Rihanna deserves an award?

What do you think about her gown? 

Rihanna joined U.S. first lady Michelle Obama, British fashion designer Stella McCartney and nine others on Monday to be honored as "Women of the Year" after the R&B singer took a public stand

on domestic violence.  The annual Women of the Year Awards, published by Glamour Magazine for the past 20 years and sponsored by L'Oreal, pay tribute to women who have made major contributions to entertainment, business, sport, fashion, science and politics.
I am a Rihanna fan mainly for her style and sensibility she is one fierce chick.  I am not however a fan of her dress or her sudden revival all 2 weeks before her album drops.  Her gown was great in concept but for me I did not love it and I think she could have looked more striking. I think that she is an amazing vocalist and performer but I am not sure how I feel about the Chris Brown situation and the fact that she has now shot to super celebrity because of it.  Your comments are welcome let us know how you feel.

 

  

WWD Honorable mention of Pieces the 2009 Business Innovators Award Recipients!

 When it comes to diversity, the industry has been a slow mover. “For over 30 years, BRAG has sought to draw attention to the fact that African-Americans and all people of color are practically absent from the executive ranks of U.S. retail companies,” Gary Lampley, BRAG’s president told the crowd of 500, which raised $250,000 during the evening. “This is an ironic and frustrating enigma, particularly when African-Americans made up $913 billion of the total U.S. retail spend in 2008, financially contributing directly to the organizations that exclude them.”
Lampley said BRAG commissioned an independent firm to determine the number of African-Americans in merchandising and created a job bank for retail and related companies seeking diverse talent to post executive-level positions. “African-Americans comprise only 2.7 percent of merchandisers across the companies studied. Results also show that at the senior levels, African-Americans are not holding stakeholder-level roles within any of these companies,” Lampley said.

Johnson was honored for his basketball career and as founder of Magic Johnson Enterprises, which brings retailing, movie theaters and other services, including Starbucks, to underserved urban areas. “My whole model is overdelivering to my partners and overdelivering to the community,” Johnson said.

Richard Dent, senior vice president and chief operating officer of Victoria’s Secret Pink, who was also honored, said the true measure of a man is his character and integrity and how much he reaches out to help others. “This is a model I aspire to.”

Others honored were Constance White, style director at eBay; Shawn Outler, group vice president of multicultural merchandising and vendor development at Macy’s Inc.; Johnny Taylor, president and ceo, Rushmoredrive.com, and Best Buy Corp.

Colin and Latisha Daring, co-founders of Pieces Boutique in Brooklyn, N.Y., received the J.J. Thomas Innovators Award.

Pieces Presents Girls Gone Green @ Wink Eco Beauty Bar!

Join Pieces as we launch our Fabulous and green initiative for a cleaner greener environment.  We invite you and a friend to enjoy the fabulous services of Wink Eco Beauty Bar on Friday Sept 6th from 6-9pm, As we present a night of fabulous green fashion, cocktails, and spa services by Wink located @ 602 Vanderbilt Ave. between Prospect Place and St. Marks Ave.

What's OLD is NEW again! by Worn Revolution.  Pieces and Worn show you how to remix an old fave of yours and make it fabulous and modern for today.  Bring in 1 item that you hate to part with and get a one on one consultation with Designer Melissa Carter who will customize and rework your piece to make it New again!  An evening packed with door prizes cocktails, mani's pedi's and fabulous fashion this one you don't want to miss.  Book your services @ Wink Eco Beauty Bar  (718) 230-3443 or info@winkbeautybar.com.  Space is limited and RSVP is required, @ piecesofbklyn@gmail.com.

BRYCEWEAR KIDS HALLOWEEN COSTUME CONTEST WINNERS!

What a great day we had at BryceWear Kids Boutique @ Pieces! We had some
great costumes and great treats for everyone. We had a hard time making a
decision but we have 2 winners today.

Congratulations to...
Saige Berry(Best Costume-Girls) & Kai Matthew (Best Costume-Boys)

We'd like to thank all our wonderful participants in today's event. We look
forward to seeing you at our boutique to partake in the great savings for
Holiday gift shopping and cold weather goodies.

Here is one to help get you started....

Thermal Set reg. $26.50/pair
SALE: Buy ONE get the 2nd HALF OFF!

They are great for insulating your winter weather clothing AND great for
sleepers! Come by and get yours today. We've got a large assortment of
colors. Sizes 12M to 7Y

There is more to come stay tuned.

BRYCEWEAR KIDS HALLOWEEN COSTUME CONTEST

The Face of Fashion Democracy

New Book by Mary Tomer on First Lady Michelle Obama following her style from her days as a student to her role as the First Lady.   This unlike many other books out there has taken it time to launch so that it is a true collection of Michelle's style over the years.  Here's a question,  I wonder if the number of books written on Michelle is giving her nemisis Jackie O a run for her money? In any case Mrs. Michelle better work!

Pieces Gives Back and So Can You!

Every 4 min someone is diagnosed with blood cancer and every 10 min someone dies from this disease. A world without Breast Cancer is a world with more birthdays. Join Pieces as we support the efforts to educate and support research toward changing the status quo. Everyday both our family and friends are affected by these diseases and everyday with our support and yours we can make a difference. We are supporting both The Leukemia and Lymphoma Society by trying to raise money through your donations @ Pieces and we are participating in the American Cancer Society's Cancer Walk on Sunday August 18th. Stop by today and show how much you care any donation is appreciated.

Obama Shows Once Again That Change Makes Anything Possible

These are truly times of change and recognition, This is our first Black President and the first President to recieve the Nobel Peace Prize. What an inspiration that all things are possible.

Pieces Recieves J.J. Thomas Business Innovators Award from Brag

We are so excited and humbled to be the recipients of this years J.J. Thomas Business Innovators Award from Brag USA. This award could not be possible without a loyal clientele that keeps us on our toes, and our Industry affiliates who understand our passion.

Thank you! Read more...... on bragusa.com

Ashtyn Fall Collection In Pieces by October

Ashtyn Fall winter collection will be featured in Pieces this Fall/ Winter 2009. Styles ranging from sexy evening cocktail dresses to casual tops and novelty vest and jackets. This collection is truly focused on quality and detail for the woman who does not just follow trends but set them.
Don't miss out as quantities are very limited in specific styles. Don't worry if you can't get out to the store these items will also be available online @ www.piecesofbklyn.com.