Video | Lupe Fiasco - I'm Beamin'

When it comes to rapping, Lupe Fiasco has that edge. He exudes complexity, conciousness and good vibes with each lyric he spews; you can tell he's real passionate about what he does. From his critically acclaimed debut album Food and Liquor to his upcoming release, Lasers, Lupe has been one of my favourite rappers. He doesn't disappoint with his latest video for the track I'm Beamin'. The theatrical setting along with the intergalactic special effects marry perfectly and not to mention Lupe Fiasco looks bloody hot in his all black outfit.



(Will you marry me, Lupe?)

Fashion | Shop Smart.

We live in a consumerist society people - let's not pretend otherwise. Acquiring new things is fun and I absolutely love shopping. Whether it be vintage trawling, desperately bidding on eBay or casually perusing in London's West End, I don't care. I get some sort of adrenalin rush and it feels damn great. However, as an impulsive shopper by nature, I've now decided that making lists before I go out gives me a cetain focus and I'm able to identify exactly what items are worthy enough to colour my wardrobe. Picking up long-lasting statements pieces and everyday staples help me to shop less but create several different outfits without breaking the bank. And plus, I have many holidays to save for this year so spending wisely is a must. Anyhow. Have a peep at my shopping list for May. It includes everything from shoes and clothes to cosmetics and general fashiony items (whatever those are!)  I compiled it after clicking away at shopstyle.co.uk - a fashionista's haven since high streets shops and designers brands are all on this one site making it easy to search, find and purchase!

• A pair of gladiator sandals
• A mesh shirt (white or black)
• A NEW HAIR DO!
• A vintage pair of Levi's demin shorts
• A pair of tan heeled sandals
• A pastel pink blazer
• A straw bag/clutch
• A pair of harem trousers

And I think that's it! My aim is to stick to the list... let's see how I get on. Until next time lovelies!

Video | Nas and Damien Marley - As We Enter

You know when two artists, revered in their own respective genres collaborate and the end result is nothing short of dynamite? Yeah, well that's exactly what Nas and Damien Marley have created - a certified kaboom track. As We Enter from the album Distant Relatives, is somewhat of a reggae/hip-hop fusion, fast paced and hyped. It's almost in a call and response format, with Marley's choppy vocals in his signature Jamaican accent and Nas rapping with that typical Escobar New York swagger. I love it - especially the line,

'...and my man can speak patois, and I can speak rap star,
y'all feel me even if its in swahili, habari gani, msuri sana, switch up the language and move to Ghana...'

 

Meet and Greet | Chance meeting with Dash.

After an evening of shopping and perusing the West End stores for some trusty additions to my wardrobe, I was lucky enough to meet none other than Joel Dash. If you've ever taken the time to look at the blogs I read and recommend, you'll instantly recognise him from his own blog The Dash Empire. One word: Amazing. I was somewhat "excitable" but managed to find out what he was up to at the moment - working for a magazine having previously been a buyer at Selfridges and working at East London based magazine, Super Super. And despite him having an "off-day", he certainly looked fab, especially with the Louis Vuitton arm-candy he was sporting. *sigh* I salute you Mr Dash... you're great!