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http://www.dblanks.com/

Derek Blanks is a renowned celebrity photographer who has established a name for himself by creating a series of "alter ego" shoots.  He takes the perception of a person and recreates that visually in his shoots.  Derek hails from Mississippi but resides in Atlanta, US.  I'm a huge fan of Dereks work, they look stunning.  Alter Ego looks extremely fun to do, i'm just imagining my alter ego, what would yours be?

Comedian Mo'Nique gets the Derek Blanks treatment

Kim Porter and her gorgeous twins "Jesse James" and  "D'Lilah Star"

Singer Ciara

Actress Tisha Campbell

Dawn Richards (Dirty Money) and BF Que (Day 26)

Singer Amerie

Model Eva Pigford

MIchelle Williams from "Destinys Child"

Kenya Moore and Dwight Ebanks (The Real Housewives of Atlanta) star as "Blacl Barbie" and "Ken"

Rihanna and Lisa Snowdon in Peter Pilotto

Peter Pilotto and Christopher De Vos are the designers behind the Peter Pilotto label. Pilotto is half-Austrian, half-Italian and De Vos is half-Belgian, half-Peruvian. They met whilst studying at Antwerp’s prestigious Royal Academy of Fine Arts in the year 2000.

I want every last one of his designs, gorgeous prints.

Autumn/Winter collection 2009

Spring/Summer 2010 collection

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Model Rachael Williams is the hottest young THANG to hit the modelling circuit.  The UK born model has been busy working on both sides of the Atlantic, from Miami, New York and London.  Rachael stepped in to host on behalf of Nia Long for Miss Black Britain.

On top of her many modelling jobs, Rachael has been busy attending A-list parties with the likes of Kanye West, Pharell, Damien Hurst, Little Boots, Natalie Imbruglia, Thandie Newton and Jade Jagger just to mention a few.

2009 has seen Rachael working hard and gaining positive exposure.  Having posed for ARISE magazine, Africa's leading fashion and lifestyle publication, as well as staring in the new video for UK rapper Sway and one of Africas biggest artists, 2Face.  2010 sees a bright future ahead for Rachael.

Posessing beauty as well as brains, she will be launching her new company "We Girls Rock" later this month.  Love to hear of positive sister doing there thing, GET EM GIRL!

The Blonds, can you beleive the female is a guy.  Am I wrong for being jelous, he looks FAB.  If your gonna dress like a woman, that how you do it.  AMAZING!

http://www.theblondsnewyork.com/

They are Phillipe Rolano and David Trujillo, also known as Phillipe and David Blond. Launched their label around 5 years ago or about in 2004. Phillipe Blond started his design career as M.A.C make-up artist, while David was a window dresser for stores such as Macy's in New York and Saks Fifth Avenue in Bal Harbour, Fla. Now, The Blonds is famous for their corsetry masterpiece, which are handmade and also one of a kind for each piece. A combination between special-chosen garments embellished with extra amazing details make their collections stand out and become one of the top-choice wear by celebrities nowadays.

I was first introduced to these two designers while watching "Make Me A Supermodel US".  There clothes are AMAZING.  They have clients from Britney Spears, Rihanna, Debbie Harry, Fergie, Katy Perry and many more.  I would just be such a happy woman if I had one of there encrusted corsets.  You just look like a godess in them.

Designer and rapper Bwoywonder showcases his amazing chunky lego jewellery.

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http://lyrics4lyrics.com/

Introducing designer/rapper "Bwoywonder" who owns clothing line Lyrics 4 Lyrics.  Bwoywonder has developed a name for himself, specifically for designing his range of oversized lego jewellery pieces.  With celebrities rocking his designs both in the UK and the US. From music producer and artsit Pharell Williams, grime artist Bashy, singer Cherri V, singer Ginuwine, rapper Kid Rock, hip hop icon Russell Simmons plus many more. 

LYRICS 4 LYRICS Is the UK's newest up and coming clothing line that carries a simple but effective message not just for youths or those in the music industry, but for every person who adorns the garments!

Rather then everyday disputes, beefs and spats turning into something physical, lets TALK it over...Rather then world leaders declaring WAR on each other, why dont they NEGOTIATE... And rather then fellow MC's, Rappers, Artists tryna take their differences to the streets, why dont they go at it... LYRICS 4 LYRICS!

Having met Bwoywonder myself I can tell you his jewellery pieces are off the hook.  Definitely for the person who wants to a) pay homeage to the 80s b) wants to stand out from the crowd for all the right reasons.  Check out Bwoywonder below, along with pics of his work.

Bwoywonder and Russell Simmons

Pharell Williams shows his Sponge Bob chain

Cherri V wears her "Cherry Logo" chain for her promotional shots

Miss Lala with buddie Shae rocking a his chain from Lyrics 4 Lyrics