I started interning under my homie mentor and friend Melanie "Big Melth" Alfonso and when she left i was offered the job and i took it. 2. Its always good to have insight bout the person you are interviewing, What would u want to tell me about your self? I party everywhere, from flatbush to L.E.S. my music various, and is extremly dependent upon my mood. I hateeeeeeeee hypebeast (the trendy ppl, that think their so fly because they have on loud colors or purposly mitch match and hang around soho or the wanna be skaters) subsequetly causing me to coin the word Nypical Tigga, which is a play on Typical Ni**a. Although my sense of style is unique in structure, im influencd by others and their style. I have an inate eye for detail,I can breakdown anything.. in a matter of nano seconds. fav. songs...hmmm, Fugees "Zealots", Barrington Levy "Dangerous", Bitty McClean "walk away from love,"kanye 'Drive Slow" & "Gone",there's soo many. 4. So pretty music, is a big part of your life you can say, its in your blood? I'm a big fan of Wu tang, Lost boyz, Cypress hills, De La Soul,The roots, Jay,Biggie,Nirvanna,The Killers, Ska, The heptones, Marcia Griffits. My family is in music heavy , I'm Jamaican, and my uncle Sir Coxsone Dodd was the creator of Ska in Jamaica ,he signed Bob Marley and the Wailers and put out their first single, he's responsible for the original "Im Still in love." You can google or wiki him, coxsone dodd of studio 1. I realllllllly love music, music its the beat of life. 5. What are some of your goal for 09'? My goals for 09' are to further exploit and buid off the neame that is Rus Azal, which was actually conceived from my surname, Lazarus. I wanna be happy, while at the same time making money,happiness to me is defined by a balance of humnility, confidence, strength and knowledge! 6 What do u think influences your personal style? street (not hood), uniqueness, comforability, bit of louis, gucci. 7.What one thing you want to see happen with reggae music ? I wanna see it blow the fuck up! and become accessable to the masses and not be only viewied as that other music. I want them to get front of store space when new albums drop. I dont only want VP to be the only record label out there.I want the world to know that reggae music, is the Jamaican peoples voice, West indian in general. * Check out his blog http://www.rusazal.com
We here at Femme Royale can appreciate an individual who surpasses the norms, makes and follows their own trends. Distinguishing themselves not only by their clothing, but by a unique and undaunting personality to match. Dwight Lazarus at such a young age has already proceeded to make a name for himself, building an extremely impressive resume, from his current position at Island Def Jam, to working with other companies like cavi nyc, to other endeavors such as charity work with the Keep a Child Alive foundation to, the best of both offices. (lifestyle based artist development brand that focuses in the launching, development, and maintenance of new or established artists) In this interview I talk to Dwight about an array of topics, from his many interests, trends, partying, versatility in music, and of course fashion.
FLY Guy- Rus Azal
Fly Femme Interview : Celeb Hair Stylist Tippi Shorter
Fly Femme Interview : Ramlah Boadi from Steve Madden
Today's Fly Femme Ramlah Boadi is a hard working fashionista, with an infectious personality and a keen fashion sense. She knows that its not all about the name you wear but how you wear it, mastering the art of mixing high and low name brands. Not at all afraid to take risks....
1. How would you describe your personal style?
I love to mix high, low and vintage fashion and accessories to achieve an eclectic urban vintage look.
2. What sparked you love or interest in fashion?
I have always been in love with fashion because I always felt that fashion does not always mean that, you have to wear what the others wear. It’s about thinking, I will make the world wear what I wear? The world is your runway so put an imprint on it.
3. What are some of your plans professionally for the rest 09'?
With God’s strength and endurance, I would love to get more into fashion show production, celebrity PR, and events….maybe styling. Sky’s the limit for me
4. What makes you a Fly Femme ?
I am a risk-taker, being able not to conform to the rules and doing it with class.
Interview with Radio Rose
For the Love of Boys & Clothes
We’re still the same NYC fashionistas our loyal followers had come to know and love from NY Style Diary Blog. We’d learned and grown so much since our earlier blogging days that we wanted to try a new medium of expression. So, the evolution into Boys + Clothes is a shared energy amongst us women who are unapologetic, driven, and confident. We’re not afraid to say what’s on our minds, wear what we want, and go after who we want when we want him. Who is the Boys+ Clothes audience? Real Girls..... rebellious, unconventional, lip gloss shining, 6 inch heel, Marc toting chicks with boys, clothes, and success on their mind. What can readers expect as far as fashion content, is there something for everyone from the uber trendy, the curvy girl, or the typical fashion magazine? Readers can expect the fashion department to do the total opposite of any publication. Our readers can expect the direction to be fashion forward but relevant and authentic enough to where it mirrors the everyday, sassy, fierce looks of around the way girls of every shape, size and creed. A typical day for the women at B+C includes? A typical day would consist of checking & responding to emails, researching, reading numerous magazines, and having conference calls. We would also attend events to network, hanging out, and more. How long has the B+C team been working on this magazine? It was five weeks and we did it! What can we expect from the next issue and future events? Our next issue is the summer double issue. It will have the combination of fashion and music. You can also expect the same great quality from our first issue. Check out www.boysandclothes.com for updates on cultivating events, and more. So now for a bit of fun. We are a team of eight women. Here are our crazy answers! Your audience gets to know us a little better! Nylon/ Missbehave Teneille: B+C Magazine. Yezzzir! Shaina: B+C Magazine Camilla: B+C Magazine Christine: B+C Magazine & Nylon Shana: None. B+C Magazine & Conde Nast Traveler .. :-p Sofia: Nylon Patrice: Nylon Keshia: B+C Magazine Heels/ Kicks Teneille: Heels Shaina: Heels Camilla: Heels Christine: Cute kicks, not just any kicks Shana: Heels all day. I am so addicted! Sofia: Heels Patrice: Heels Keshia: Heels Teal/ Purple Teneille: Teal Shaina: Purple Camilla: Teal Christine: Teal Shana: Teal Sofia: Teal Patrice: Teal Keshia: Purple Patron/ Goose Teneille: Goose Shaina: Patron Camilla: Patron Christine: Shana: None... Ciroc Sofia: Goose Patrice: Neither....Merlot Keshia: Goose Night/Day Teneille: Night Shaina: Night Camilla: Night Christine: Grind 24/7 Shana: Night…I'm an owl Sofia: Day Patrice: Night and day hunny!!! We're on the grind, we never sleep!!!!! Keshia: Night
Eight ambitious young women set out to share their love of fashion, music and boys, cataloging their views, personal experiences and everything in between, creating Boys + Clothes magazine. The first issue has proved that eight fabulous young women can work together to create sheer perfection. This innovative publication captures the unique and vivacious personalities of all its members.