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BillBoards Brightest New Stars List Has 2 Harlemites

Six months in, Billboard  has selected its list of their nineteen top 2012 Brightest Stars (So Far). From pop princesses and down-home folk bands to controversial rappers, Continue reading

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Harlem’s Azealia Banks Quits Hip Hop?

That’s right, Azealia Banks is calling it quits — from hip hop. After fitful beginnings to her career as an emcee, the buzzworthy artist from Harlem says she wishes to disassociate herself from the rap game and from now on wants to be known as a “vocalist.” Continue reading

HW Pick: The Game ft. Keyshia Cole – Games Pain – Live @ 106 Park

The new Game featuring Keyshia Cole tune is hot, a nice mix of hip hop and r & b. Make it or break it, Harlem?

HW Pick: House Of Harlow Women’s Nita Ankle-Strap Sandal

With it’s platform and Kelis high heel and on-trend cut-outs, House Of Harlow’s Nita sandal, the new brand from Nicole Richie evokes a 1960′s flavor with a decidedly modern sensibility. Continue reading

Jim Jones, Paul Mooney Opening Of La Scala In Harlem!

It was a celebration on Harlem’s 125th St. as Rose Cordon opened up La Scala, a Luxury Boutique, located at 254 West 125th St. Continue reading

Yves St. Laurent’s Harlem Style

The recent passing of fashion maverick, Yves St. Laurent not only surprised the fashion world but the Harlem community as well. Known best for his exception eye for detail and tailoring, with marquee pieces such as safari jackets for men and women, tight pants and tall, thigh-high boots, and the classic tuxedo suit for women St. Laurent’s influence can be seen here in the streets of Harlem. Popularized in the hip hop world by artists such as Kanye West and Lil’ Kim, he was also the first designer to use black models in his runway shows.

By LaJuana Johnson, Fashion Editor for Harlem World Magazine