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A while ago we showed you an awesome video featuring self-lacing sneakers. Turns out that Nike thought it was just as awesome and has filed for a patent on the design. Are you having “Back to the Future” flashbacks yet, because I definitely am.
Nike filed the patent last year, including an abstract that reads:
An article of footwear with an automatic lacing system is disclosed. The automatic lacing system provides a set of straps that can be automatically opened and closed to switch between a loosened and tightened position of the upper. The article further includes an automatic ankle cinching system that is configured to automatically adjust an ankle portion of the upper.
Oh snap! I’m about to get excited. Your Air Jordans are about to be hella tricked out.
Nike Files Patent For Self-Lacing Sneakers, It’s About Time!!!
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Men’s Fashion Flash: Trey Songz in T by Alexander Wang Ponte Bomber Jacket!!!
CATEGORIES fashion |Upscale Hype reports that Trey Songz wore a $175 T by Alexander Wang Ponte Bomber Jacket for his most recent appearance on 106 & Park:
The cool and casual bomber-style layer has a sporty split mockneck and is perfect for back to school. Get it in midnight blue or black here or check your local Saks Fifth Avenue stores for Trey’s camel color.
What do you think of the jacket?
Nail Salon Visit Leaves Woman Humiliated As She Is Charged An Extra $5 For Being Overweight!!
CATEGORIES fashion, health, news |Michelle Fonville, an overweight woman who went to get a manicure, pedicure and eyebrow arch at Natural Nails in DeKalb, Georgia, was charged $5 extra because of her weight, reports WSBTV.com.
She realized the charges after looking over her bill. Fonville says she thought it was a mistake, until the manager told her she was charged $5 because of her weight.
Salon manager Kim Tran told reporter Eric Philips that the surcharge was due to costly repairs of broken chairs by overweight customers, reports WSBTV.com. Tran explained "the chairs have a weight capacity of 200 pounds and cost $2,500 to fix."
Tran says she shared this message with Fonville. "I didn't want to argue with her about $5. I wanted to make her pleased with her service," Tran said. "I whispered ... I said, 'I'm sorry, next time I cannot take you.'"
What are your thoughts?
Tha Carter’s Kicks: Lil Wayne’s Greatest Footwear Moments!!!
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Since he first entered the rap game at age 9, Dwayne Carter Jr. has come across his fair share of noteworthy sneakers. Whether rocking an O.G. pair of Chucks, studded-out Supras, or a pair of high-fashion Diet Butchers, what Weezy wears, the kids want to buy. Like his chicks, Wayne switches his kicks often, but is his footwear collection as large as his hit list?
Look for Less: Alexander McQueen Faithful Bootie!!
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This Alexander McQueen Bootie (on left) retails for $1,155. They are gorgeous, but a little (make that A Lot) out of my price range right now. But leave it to Steve Madden to create a look-a-like that's well within my budget. Check out this very similar Seryna Bootie (on right) that goes for $129.
Where to Buy: Steve Madden, $129
Look for Less: Arden B. Bubble Dress
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This Taffeta Rose Bubble dress (left) retails for $63 at Arden B. Here's a similar look (on right) for slightly less from Forever 21. It'd be perfect for a Spring or Summer wedding. Here's where to get it:
Where to Buy:
Robust Front Sheen Dress, Forever 21, $29.80
Steal her Look: Vanessa Hudgens!!!
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Vanessa Hudgens looked effortlessly chic in this blue shirt dress, floppy hat and brown sandals while out and about in Beverly Hills. Here's where you can steal her look for less:
Your Spring Checklist: Flirty Dresses!!!
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Not sure how the weather is around your way, but Spring is here and the weather is steaming now these days! It’s well time to start thinking about your Spring Wardrobe, and lucky you, Newspitter is here to help!
I’m on a Boat: What to Wear for a Yacht Cruise Ladies!!!
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Fabolous Is Stunting On Theses Hoes, Shows Off His New Look In Signature Magazine!!
CATEGORIES celebrity, fashion |Fabolous is covering the pages of Signature magazine and talking about fashion, his upcoming album and career:
Here is a little excerts from the interview:
“Any type of success you need to be determined, need to focus, and need to know that [there are] gonna be people who doubt you and some speed bumps and things to try [to] slow you down from your destination.”
“Just the hunger for more kinda always inspired me…I’m a fan of the music as well. So when I hear something dope, it inspires me.”
“Give your all, and if you give your all and it doesn’t come out, then we can say that we did all we can do.”
Nicki Minaj Stepping Up Her Fashion Game but Check Out Those Shoes!!!
CATEGORIES celebrity, fashion |Nicki Minaj joined Pooch Hall to host BET’s Rip the Runway at the Hammerstein Ballroom in New York City. The saucy rap star accented a skin tight embellished pink dress with a $1,250 pair of Giuseppe Zanotti Peep Toe Booties:
WTF: Where Is The Justice, New York Officers In The Sean Bell Killing Won't Face Federal Charges
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NYTimes Reports:
Citing insufficient evidence, federal authorities said Tuesday that they would not bring a civil rights case against the New York City police officers involved in the killing of Sean Bell, a 23-year-old black man who was shot by the police outside a strip club in Queens on his wedding day.
The decision by the Justice Department came after prosecutors and federal agents reviewed the case, in which five police officers fired 50 shots into the Nissan Altima that Mr. Bell was driving. The car struck a detective in the leg and hit a police van just before the officers began firing their weapons. Please continue reading...
Mr. Bell was killed and two passengers, Trent Benefield and Joseph Guzman, were wounded. None of the men had guns, although the police officers apparently believed at least one did.
In their review, officials from the Civil Rights Division of the Justice Department, the United States attorney’s office for the Eastern District of New York and the Federal Bureau of Investigation did not find enough evidence to prove that the officers had willfully acted to deny the men their constitutional rights, according to a statement from the Justice Department.
“Neither accident, mistake, fear, negligence, nor bad judgment is sufficient to establish a federal criminal civil rights violation,” the statement said.
Any disciplinary action now lies with the Police Department, whose critics saw the shooting as an indictment of police training and the department’s use of deadly force.
The department can now pursue an administrative review of the case and the officers involved. Seven officers, including four of the five who shot at the car, have been internally charged with breaking departmental rules.
Of the five who opened fire — Detectives Gescard F. Isnora, Michael Oliver, Marc Cooper and Paul Headley and Officer Michael Carey — all but Detective Headley remain on desk duty, with no gun and shield, said Paul J. Browne, the department’s chief spokesman. Lt. Gary Napoli, the supervising officer that night, is also on desk duty, he said, facing internal charges of failing to supervise the operation.
Two other officers, Detective Robert Knapp and Sgt. Hugh McNeil of the Crime Scene Unit, were also charged internally, the detective with failing to thoroughly process the crime scene and the sergeant with failing to ensure that thorough processing was done.
If internal charges are substantiated, some of the officers could be fired. Mr. Browne said that the police commissioner, Raymond W. Kelly, would not comment on the matter because “he is the final arbiter” of any punishment.
Detectives Isnora, Oliver and Cooper were acquitted by a Queens judge in April 2008 of criminal charges. The two other officers who opened fire were not charged criminally.
On Tuesday, federal officials met with Mr. Bell’s family; his fiancée, Nicole Paultre Bell; and others to tell them of their decision. Later, many in the Bell family and their supporters expressed disappointment in a news conference at the headquarters of the Rev. Al Sharpton’s National Action Network.
Ms. Paultre Bell said she hoped to get the attention of the White House. “There is a history of black men being killed by police officers, and something needs to be done,” she said. “We’re hoping to eventually meet with President Obama, and that he’ll do something, because this is a national problem.”
Michael Hardy, a lawyer for Ms. Paultre Bell and for Mr. Benefield and Mr. Guzman, read a statement from Mr. Sharpton, who has been a spokesman for the Bell family.
Using a cane and wearing a boot on his right foot, Mr. Guzman called Mr. Bell “the people’s champ” and asserted that police violence was disproportionately affecting urban communities and black and Latino men.
Lawyers for the officers involved expressed support for the government’s position.
Paul P. Martin, a lawyer for Detective Cooper, said he was not surprised by it. “There’s no basis for them to bring a federal proceeding,” Mr. Martin said.
Anthony L. Ricco, the lawyer for Detective Isnora, who was struck by Mr. Bell’s car and who fired the first shot, said he spoke with his client, who was “very relieved.”
The lawyer added that Detective Isnora was hopeful he would be cleared of internal charges and that he hoped to attend law school.
Detective Oliver, who fired 31 shots, was told of the decision by his lawyer, James J. Culleton. “I called him, and he was very relieved and very happy,” Mr. Culleton said. “It took a long time for this decision to come down.”
Michael J. Palladino, the president of the Detectives Endowment Association, said he was “gratified” with the government’s decision.
Mr. Benefield, Mr. Guzman and the family of Mr. Bell still intend to move ahead with a civil lawsuit. Mr. Sharpton said he hoped that a civil case, as well as possible departmental charges, would “bring some justice” to Mr. Bell’s family and his wounded friends.
Nicole Paultre Bell on Tuesday with, from left, the lawyers Michael Hardy and Sanford Rubenstein; her mother, Laura Harper; and Joseph Guzman. :
Get the Look : Rihanna in Alexander Wang!!!
CATEGORIES fashion |After changing out of her onesie for her Pepsi performance, Rihanna slipped into a comfortable Spring 2010 Alexander Wang football jersey dress and Christian Louboutin leopard pumps:
Though super cute, a Wang creation can run you $600–ditto for the Loubies. Get the look for less by pairing a strong shouldered gray jersey dress by Torn with
Though super cute, a Wang creation can run you $600–ditto for the Loubies. Get the look for less by pairing a strong shouldered gray jersey dress by Torn with a pair of practical, affordable leopard heels:
Valentine’s Style Inspiration: His & Hers Outfits!!!
CATEGORIES fashion |For our final V-Day style inspiration, we decided to throw something together somewhat casual for a cute couple:
Guys, rock out in a red jacket with dark jeans; ladies complement your beau in a ruffled red jacket with skinny jeans and comfortable heels:
Smootches!
SAD NEWS: Top Designer Alexander McQueen Commits Suicide!!
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The fashion editor who discovered him, and who became his close friend, committed suicide as well back in 2007. And his mother just died a few days ago. Such sad news and for such a talented person who quickly became a British fashion icon and an American favorite as well.
According to reports:
McQueen was found at his luxury flat in Green Park, central London. It is believed he hanged himself.
A source at McQueen’s office this afternoon confirmed his death, saying: ‘It is a tragic loss. We are not making a comment at this time out of respect for the McQueen family.’
His death comes just days before the start of London Fashion Week and weeks before he was due to unveil his new collection at Paris Fashion Week on March 9.
R.I.P
Men’s Fashion Flash : Christian Louboutin Sneakers and Loafers!!!
CATEGORIES fashion |Louboutin clearly has the ladies on lock, and now he’s moving on to the fellas, wooing them with his eye catching designs.
Swizz Beatz and Reggie Bush were spotted in Miami this past weekend showing off a new pair of Louboutin studded sneaks.
Kanye West took in a few Parisian fashion shows in a pair of Louboutin’s Rollerball Loafers.
And Pharrell has been snapped in Louboutin’s studded white sneakers.
Of course, like anything else Louboutin, these babies are très expensive. If you’ve got it like that, purchase a few pairs below:
Guys, what do you think?
Who Wore it Better? Rihanna vs. Nicki Minaj in Alexander McQueen’s Geometric Print Leggings!!!
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Rihanna’s promotional pics for her single Rude Boy is on the way and its seems that Rhianna is still on her A plus status...It seems she’s referencing her Caribbean roots by wearing bright colors like a multicolored sequin hat, a blue bandeau top, and a pair of yellow Alexander McQueen Geometric Print Leggings that Nicki Minaj wore a few months ago to a club event:
These leggings are definitely…interesting. Who wore them better?
If you like, it will cost you just $635.
Cops: After bust, top PRADA male model offered oral favors for release!!!
CATEGORIES fashion, news, obama |"I am a very famous model." 
Nick Snider, 21, was busted early Monday morning after causing a disturbance at a female friend's home in Batesville, a city 90 miles north of Little Rock. According to an Independence County Sheriff's Department report, when deputies approached the intoxicated Snider, he stated,
As Snider was being transported in a patrol car to the county jail, he "kept trying to get me to stop the car and let him go," reported Deputy Brian Luetschwager. "Mr. Snider stated to me, 'If you stop I'll suck your dick and balls if you let me go.'" Snider, pictured in the below mug shot, allegedly repeated the oral sex offer after arriving at the local lockup, where the model "also harassed the booking Jailer with similar sexual comments."
After declining the barter deal, deputies lodged an additional charge against Snider, this one for illegally attempting to influence a public servant. He pleaded not guilty yesterday to the three misdemeanor counts during an appearance in Independence County District Court.
Snider is free on $780 bond and is scheduled for a February 17 trial. Snider has appeared as the face of Prada and was named by Forbes in 2008 as the world's fifth most successful male model. Last month, he was in Paris for the Yves Saint Laurent fashion show and will appear on various runways when New York City's Fashion Week begins February 11. Snider, a Manhattan resident.
Real Style : Men’s Fashion Week!!!
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These guys were serious about their fashion, but played down more bold outfit elements with fun accents. I liked how the young man on the left punched up a black trench coat and riding gloves with purple sneaks, and how fashionisto on the right went for a quirky vibe in a red bowtie, varsity jacket, yellow belt, and sneakers.
Do they look familiar to you?
