That Girl At the Party

I am a proud blogger/influencer of 16 years and founder of the Henley Content Lab for content creators from underserved communities, who are 45 and over. I am also the founder of Chateau Canna and Cannappetit. I am also an aunt to 12 and human to Bodhi and Yoko Rey.

Stand Out in the Fashionista Crowd with Namaste Bags!

Rich colors with classic refined styles and superior quality make the Namaste line my current favorite for functional, yet fashionable, animal friendly bags. I tote my red Monroe bag every chance I get and am so constantly asked about it that I should take out stock in the company!

Happy 20th Birthday to Avon Anew!

On Wednesday, Avon ANEW celebrated its milestone 20th birthday at downtown hotspot Thom Bar. We were zipped back to 1992 the year that ANEW was launched complete with 90’s memorabilia, as well as special appearances from supermodel and ANEW spokesperson, Paulina Porizkova and 90’s TV icon, Alfonso Ribeiro (aka Carlton Banks from Fresh Prince of Bel-Air!).

Benefit Hello Flawless Oxygen Wow Liquid Foundation

Expanding the Hello Flawless line, Benefit has launched a beautiful new line of liquid foundations. The Hello Flawless Oxygen Wow Liquid Foundation comes in a brightening, oil-free foundation that boosts cellular respiration for a “plumping up” effect. It is available online from February 15 and is set to hit specialty and department stores on March 1.

Haywire is a Mixed Bag

Delivering his usual mix of snappy dialogue filmed in multiple exotic locales, Soderbergh describes Haywire as “a Pam Grier movie made by Alfred Hitchcock” and I would agree. With a revenge plot full of holes and cheesy acting from the lead, Haywire does, indeed, feel like an homage to ’70s exploitation films.

TGATP Stands in Solidatary Against SOPA and PIPA

While not advanced enough to know how to totally blackout the site, I stand in solidarity with the 7,000 sites, entrepreneurs, tech activists, and corporations, who are staging blackouts today in opposition to the ludicrous SOPA and PIPA bills.

Gift A Lagos Heart For Valentine’s Day!

This Valentine’s Day, give that special gal a Heart fro Lagos Jewelry! My favorites are from the Heart of Lagos Collection, a series of themed, sterling silver hearts that dangle from a 34-inch ball chain and showcase unique architectural and cultural icons of the cities and States we love.

Be Golden Globe Gorgeous with These Great Products!

From shiny, lustrous locks to radiant skin and look-at-me lashes, celebrities hit the red carpet exuding effortless, sophisticated glamour at the Golden Globe Awards last night. Recreate some of the stars’ most alluring looks with this check list of head-to-toe get glam must-haves!

David Parsons Dance is the first Must-See of 2012!

Last night, I attended the first great cultural event of the season, the VIP Opening of David Parsons Dance at the Joyce Theater. I have been following this outstanding company for two years now and he delivered their usual mixture of the breathtaking and the awesome!