“Is it possible to talk about Muslims and terrorism without being called a bigot? …What happened to me was not about me alone. It was an assault on journalism and honest debate… My purpose in doing this book is not to get people to feel sorry for me. The goal of this book is to …
Ryan Gosling The “Crazy, Stupid, Love” Interview
Born in Ontario, Canada, on November 12, 1980, Ryan Gosling has been honored for his work in a broad range of roles in both independent films and major motion pictures. In 2007, he earned both an Academy Award nomination and an Independent Spirit Award in the Best Actor category for his compelling portrayal of a …
Film Review: Crazy, Stupid, Love – Moore, Carell and Gosling Co-Star in Midlife Crisis Comedy
After 25 years of marriage, Cal Weaver (Steve Carell) is still as smitten with his high school sweetheart as the day they first met. Consequently, when Emily (Julianne Moore) suddenly announces “I want a divorce!” one evening, he’s so stunned by the bombshell that he goes into shock, opens the car door, and tumbles out …
Will the Real African Designers Please Stand Up? Re-evaluating the Definition of “African” Fashion & “African” Designers
I am concerned about the state of African fashion as it is now. Here’s why. While thanks, primarily to African fashion bloggers in the last five years, African designers are finally getting the recognition they deserve in African and Western media, what appears to be lacking, however, are diverse and distinct point of views on …
Ladybrille Artist to Watch: FUNBI
Seemingly pensive and thoughtful, Funbi Emiola is contributing to the growth of Africa’s R &B genre and forging an artistic path that is hard to ignore. A University student whose desire for music actually began as a way to gain the attention of a girl he was attracted to in grade/high school, Funbi, whether recording …
Shop MyAsho.com African Designers: Pop-Up Boutique London Retail Event, August 13-14th, 2011
Ladybrille Londoners, MyAsho.com, the e-retailer we introduced you to in July 2009, is thriving and has expanded to include a pop up retail shopping experience for Ladybrille Londoners. On August 13th through 14th, 2011 in Nottting, London, My Asho, will make available the latest collections from Africa’s top fashion,accessory, children and homeware brands. Sample brands …