Tyler Perry The Family That Preys Trailer HD

This is my first 'Movie of the Month'. I got to watch it (don't ask).

A woman got it wrong by cheating on her husband, putting him down and watching it fall apart around her. A son gets so greedy that he sells out his own mother and loses it all.

Tyler Perry is my favourite movie producer of all time and Sanaa Lathan is my favourite actress, the combo had to get me.

Make sure you don't miss it.

The Secret Life of Bees Trailer

My second 'Movie of the Month', I was captivated by the storyline and the star cast.

Dakota Fanning, Queen Latifah, Alicia Keys and Jennifer Hudson wove a good story round me.

It is sort of cryptic in understanding the storyline being told but in the end (if you are patient), it makes sense.

Ne-Yo - She Got Her Own

Once in a while, it's good to see men admit that a woman who caters adequately and with class for herself is a treasure to behold and one to pursue. Where the men at?

Jewel by Lisa and Lanre Da Silva Fashion Show - ThisDay Music and Fashion Festival London 2008

Jewel by Lisa was my favourite of the evening

ThisDay Music and Fashion Festival London 2008 - Ozwald Baoteng Collection

ThisDay Music and Fashion Festival London 2008 - Deola Sagoe Collection

Colin Powell doing the yahoozee at ThisDay Music and Fashion Festival London 2008

Chris Aire Collection at the ThisDay Music and Fashion Festival London 2008

ThisDay Music and Fashion Festival London 2008

I'm sure everyone knows how much I've been looking forward to this even after attending the one in Lagos. I made my feelings clear on the Lagos leg of the event and hoped it'd be better in London, and it turned out to be worth the wait.

You know yours truly would give you the juicy goss from last night's ThisDay Music and Fashion Festival held at the Royal Albert Hall London and say it as it is. It was great fun and well worth it.

The event kicked off on time (no nigerian time going on) and was hosted by Trevor Nelson and a co-anchor.









With performances from Asa, Seal, Olu Maintain, Youssouf N'dour, and Christina Aguilera, it










was hard to seat still.










Colin Powell's inspiring speech on education and empowerment of the younger generation was
touching.

The Fashion show was my favourite part of the evening with collections from Momo, Lanre Da Silva & Jewel by Lisa, Deola Sagoe, Chris Aire, and Ozwald Boateng.





I loved the collection by Momo for its ethereal qualities. Soft fabrics, long hemlines and classy sophistication.
























Jewel by Lisa's collection gave off an air of modern African femininity with lots of detailing on African fabrics. I would buy most of the pieces in the collection in a minute. Loved it. Go Girl.












Lanre Da Silva's Collection emerged to the thriller soundtrack (the headpieces worn by the models reminded me of the Thriller video).












Deola Sagoe's collection gave off a rock star vibe with ripped leggings, and t-shirts.

Chris Aire is a Jeweller to the the stars and his collection incorporated accessories and clothing with clean lines for the glamorous stylish person. Tyson Beckford more than made up for the entire collection by showing his abs and tattoos. Gorgeous man. Alek Wek's be-jewelled dress was a lovely sight to behold.



























See Tyson Beckford and Chris Aire give each other the manly greeting as he takes his bow with Alek Wek in a stunning dress.









Ozwald Boateng seemed intent on maximising his time at the event because his introduction seem to be a production in itself and the fashion show was long with monotonous and repetitive movement from the models. The clothes were beautiful exuding an air of masculinity and references to the hunter instinct in a man i.e calf boots, country-style hunting jackets and caps all in dark colours of purples, blues, greens and a hint of pink and red. Loved the velvet jackets for the Winter.

His final bow was a show in itself.

Grab your Cardigan or Coat and let's go - Top Choices

I am breaking my month-old silence and hope you haven't all given up on me.

My spirits are lifted with the ThisDay Music and Fashion Festival taking place tomorrow night at the Royal Albert Hall (see if you can still get tickets and not miss a rocking night, "I hope"). I intend to be there and give you the juicy goss (if you couldn't make it) from my great view (as I have been told). I definitely need some cheering up so it had better be good (my sort of warning to the organisers).

There's a distinctive chill in the air all over the world not caused by the weather, but by the gloom and doom spread by the news on the capital markets and their downfall. I won't go into the mechanics of the predictions and statements made by financial experts and financial news but we definitely need a turnaround and soon.

Ironically, the weather's turned cooler and you need to be prepared for lower temperatures as you go about your day-to-day activities and travel. I am preaching thriftiness right now cos you have to get prudent with your finances in these unfortunate times. Keep your summer wardrobe functional with a few autumn/winter essentials thrown in here and there. As we head to the shops, grab your cardigan or coat and let's go.

Cardigans are a huge fashion statement right now as they can dress up an attire or dress down a formal outfit. Top picks for are:

Long Blue Cardigan by Miss Selfridge (http://www.misselfridge.com/)

This drape front Cardigan by Warehouse (http://www.warehouse.co.uk) would turn your plain t-shirt/vest and Jeans look into the glamour puss you really are.

For that evening look with no effort, this cardigan by Topshop (http://www.topshop.com/) will jazz up that dress or any outfit you have on making you warm with graceful intentions.

Taking it to the next level of warmth would be a gorgeous coat and my top picks are:

This coat is by Warehouse and I love the rich dark colour and the full collar which would suit any outfit day/night without any fear of looking out of place.

Coats don't come cheap especially if you are looking for one of good quality. This one by Whistles (http://www.whistles.co.uk/) is pricey but a keeper for a few winter seasons to come. The Tan colour makes a chirpy winter.

With Tartan being a hit this Winter, this coat should get you more attention than a new hairstyle. Next (http://www.next.co.uk/) has a fabulous version but it is for the unfortunate in height like me (seeing as it is a double-breasted coat and all, believe me I tried it on too), it should look great for the leggy beauties out there.

This black button detail coat is for that adventurous woman who likes to stand out from the crowd. It is beautiful and functional for work and going out. Next is doing great this winter with their outerwear collection.

Considering my love for leather jackets, I couldn't leave it off my favs for the season. This black studded version is definitely a purrrr, va va voom. Love it. Also from Next.