billboard • 7th November 2017

Ashanti Talks New Single & NFL's 'Take a Knee' Protests: 'I'm Praying That Things Change Very Soon'

Upon the release of her new song “Say Less," pioneer of contemporary R&B, Ashanti spoke candidly about her new production ventures, the tabloids, her Ciroc endorsement, the NFL protests, and her fame in the world of memes.

billboard • 9th September 2017

Melissa Forde on Releasing Her New Era Hat Collaboration Collection

Melissa Forde is known for being a BFF to Rihanna, but she has always been her own hustla. On an autumn Friday during New York Fashion Week, I found myself in Brooklyn last minute, interviewing the designer and photographer for the launch of her M$$ x New Era collection of bucket hats dedicated to Barbados.

billboard • 29th June 2017

Jhene Aiko's Older Sister, Mila J, on Her 'Scorpio Fashion Sense', Playboy Photo Shoot, & Love of SZA

In the game for years, Mila J came into 2017 blazing with her Valentine's Day mix-tape, MILAULONGTIME. That creativity resulted in her standout EP, Dopamine, which included new tracks. Praising the project during the interview, I spoke to the eccentric R&B star about Scorpios, going with the flow, and her androgynous fashion sense.

billboard • 9th June 2017

Top 7 Stylish Musicians Who Are NBA’s Courtside Killer Kings & Queens

The sky is truly the limit for Diddy when it comes to his courtside style. Just for emphasis, the mogul has cheered on some of the best players while wearing floor-length fur coats. In this throwback picture from a playoff game in 2003 between the Boston Celtics and the then-New Jersey Nets, the rapper decked himself out in his label Sean John -- this particular look of cool gray and pristine white reminiscent of a certain era of fashion.

billboard • 2nd June 2017

Rihanna's Game-Changing Bob: Hairstylist Ursula Stephen Remembers the Haircut Ten Years Later

When the music video for Rihanna’s hit number one single “Umbrella” first aired in March 2007 (followed by an appearance from the leading lady on the red carpet of the 20th annual Nickelodeon Kids' Choice Awards), it unveiled a side of the singer fans weren’t familiar with. Rocking a jet-black bob haircut, Ri -- who at the time was known for her catchy yet relatively benign track "Pon De Replay" -- solidified her entrance into edgier territory with Umbrella's parent album Good Girl Gone Bad. Her hairstylist Ursala Stephens remembers it like it was yesterday.

billboard • 28th March 2017

'America's Next Top Model' Winner India Gants Talks Judge Rita Ora & Dream to Produce Music

VH1 decided to reboot of the long-standing reality competition America's Next Top Model. In an unusual social media and music driven cycle that wasn't hosted by Tyra Banks (a first in the series' history), India Gants emerged the victor. She stopped by the Billboard office and spoke about her love for music as a Seattle native.

billboard • 20th March 2017

Tinashe Talks '90s Style, Travis Scott and Why Her Urban Outfitters x Juicy Couture Collaboration Means So Much: Exclusive

I spoke with Tinashe for Billboard Style about becoming the face of recently-announced campaigns with hair care company John Frieda and retail giant Urban Outfitters' Juicy Couture collaboration, why Solange is her fashion icon, and more.

billboard • 30th March 2017

Singer Drew Vision Danced for Beyonce, Modeled for Coach and is Ready for Center Stage: New Face, Fresh Style

After creating a buzz on the scene, Drew Vision is ready to show the world what his stylish brand of R&B is made of. He shares his hopes and dreams, and talks about what's store for the future.

billboard • 10th March 2017

Shade Blocking: Nicki Minaj's 6 Best Sunglass Looks

It's been a rollercoaster start of 2017 for the self-proclaimed "Queen of Rap," Nicki Minaj. She started out the year announcing her breakup from Meek Mill and releasing new features before engaging in an epic feud with Remy Ma. Through it all, the femcee has continued to stunt -- and stun -- on Instagram with various pairs of sunglasses. The shade-blockers she uses to ignore all the haters range from the high-end designs of Chanel to the futuristic lenses by her personal fave, Alexander McQueen.

billboard • 28th March 2017

Solange Can Literally Wear Every Color of The Rainbow

Throughout her career, Solange has wowed whenever she's committed to any color. A style inspiration for many, including ascnedant R&B/pop star Tinashe, Solange's fashion choices are admirable as they combine fearlessness with a contained sense of the singer's unique identity. Whether ravishing in bright apple red or stunning in a princely purple, here is the fashion rainbow manifested by Solange.

billboard • 1st May 2017

8 More Times Beyoncé Had The Best Pregnancy Style

Maybe the L.A. Clippers were distracted by Beyoncé's oversized Gucci purse during their elimination from the NBA playoffs on April 30. As the Utah Jazz sprinted into the next round, the $1,790 bag -- reading "Modern Future" in Olde English font -- dazzled courtside. This is not the first time, the entertainer has made a Gucci fashion statement on the sidelines of a basketball game this year: During February's All Star Game, she wowed in a $22K green kimono from the label. The singer also sported...

billboard • 3rd April 2017

These Are the 10 Best Fashion Moments From Beyonce's 'B'Day Anthology Video Album'

Long before her self-titled surprise album of 2013, and its follow-up of 2016, LEMONADE, Beyoncé toyed with the concept of a visual album for her sophomore release B' Day. On Apr. 3, 2007, the superstar re-released her 2006 effort as a deluxe edition with five new tracks and a few latin songs, alongside her B' Day Anthology Video Album. The Anthology consisted of 13 music videos featuring some previously released, and a fresh set of nine new visuals recorded in...

billboard • 19th April 2017

Rihanna Wears Fenty x Puma During Surprise Visit to L.A. Pop Up Shop, Jams to Kendrick Lamar on the Way

Rihanna at the FENTY PUMA by Rihanna Experience on April 18, 2017 in Los Angeles. Rihanna graced her Puma x Fenty two-day pop up shop with her presence yesterday (April 18). Earlier in the day, Puma tweeted the address of the LA venue hosting the collection's pop-up shop, alongside an image of the line's coveted Bow Creeper Sandal. An hour later, the fashion retailer tweeted "Yes [crown emoji] .[email protected] be attending the #FENTYxPUMACollection shop" -- immediately sending droves of her....

billboard • 12th May 2017

Rihanna Goes 'Desperado' At Dior Fashion Show, Plus 5 More of Her Best Fur Coat Looks

Last night (May 11), Rihanna attended Dior's Cruise 2018 fashion show donning a fur coat  -- making for one of her coziest looks to date. Although the choice came as sort of a surprise for the California spring weather in May, the singer managed to stand out in a stunning way. After all, she loves her fur and pulls it off every time. Here's that look and five more memorable fur coat moments from the BadGal.