Hi, everyone! Nothing soothes the savage fashionista more than some soulful tunes. Music is also a well-known stress reliever! When I heard the inside buzz surrounding Gospel and Soul singer Isaiah Grigg, I just had to hear more! I recently had the opportunity to chat with this hot music-industry commodity to learn about his latest album and other exciting projects & events he’s taking part in this summer! I’m also looking forward to attending his Benefit Concert on May 24th — rock it– appropriately entitled “Ready to Win.”

DP:  Tell me how and when you got involved with music.

IG:  I was born into music. Everyone in my family, near and far either sings, plays an instrument, or both. My mother especially was always the model singer I wanted to be like. Music is something I’ve just always been around; it’s a part of me. Church really gave me the opportunity to experiment musically and express my craft. My first ever music job came via the Gospel Choir at my High school. Great experience!

DP: What is the music style you perform and what influences you?

IG: Stylistically my music is definitely contemporary gospel music. It can be defined as Inspirational as well. God is the creator of my gift and talent so he’s definitely my greatest influence. Everything I write derives from my belief in his word. What influences me… a lot. I take inspiration from life experiences. Things I’ve seen and been through, also observing life around me. My music is about people. It’s meant to reach everyone. I love knowing that my music has helped someone. Doesn’t matter how. I just want to inspire those who listen. I feel privileged to do so.

DP: Where can we find your music?

IG: Well, I’m blessed to say that my Freshman album Ready To Win will be available on iTunes and all other digital download sites as of 5/22/12. The album is also available for per-order on my website at www.isaiahgriggmusic.com.

DP: When is your upcoming benefit concert?

IG: The “Ready To Win” Benefit Concert is May 24, 2012. Doors open at 7pm and concert starts at 8pm. I have 4 great artists who are also performing to help raise money for my MusicBreeds Foundation (MBF). We plan on dedicating 50% of that nights proceeds to aid in the Annual MBF Scholarship to be awarded to a college bound male/female senior who exhibits solid musical ability and aspire to really make a difference via their craft. We want to inspire our youth and help them along to their dreams!
 
DP: Wow — that sounds very inspirational! Now, describe your sense of fashion style – because you’re quite the dapper man.

IG: My fashion style I’d have to say is a mixture of the business professional and the retro-look. I love my suits but I also love my vintage tees and a nice pair of classic Chuck Taylor’s! You can never go wrong with Chucks. I feel my personality should show through your music and your presentation.
 
DP: What is your best advice for other performers looking to make it out there in the music industry or creative industries.

IG: My advice would be to put God first, stay prayerful, and just go hard. Use your trials as fuel. Understand your purpose and live in it. Never let a situation or present time in life good or bad steer you away from your goals. Sacrifice hurts sometimes but nothing great is easy. Stay the course and go after it!

May 5th at 12:00pm until May 6th at 6:00pm. 482 Broome Street corner of 60 Wooster New York, NY, 10013

T.TANDON – Spring Trunk show / Pop-up shop: SOHO

SAT – May 5th – 12pm – 6:30pm
SUN – May 6th – 12pm – 6:00pm

@ Milan Luxury Home store – SOHO
482 Broome Street (corner of Wooster)
New York, NY, 10013

Shop the new SP/SU 2012 collection @ 30-40% off Retail….Including unique one-of-a-kind pieces not available anywhere else.

SAT – 1:00PM – OPENING RECEPTION
FREE FASHION SEMINAR – Fashion tips from Designer & industry experts covering:
” 5 essentials of looking your best, and the Trends to know this Spring/ Summer season.”

HOSTED by – LIFE & STYLE Weekly magazine’s – Fashion & Accessories Editor – Harman Kaur Pradhan
Fashion STYLISTS – David & Erica of Lp FashionPhilosophy (ELLE, MTV, VOGUE)

David & Erica will also be offering personal styling tips and wardrobe while you shop. (A $350+ value!)

Guest speaker: Derek Warburton of Derek Loves Shopping

Find out:
- What are the trends now.
- What trends are the celebrities rocking / starting.
- How to pick the right cut, shape and color for you.
- How to find your style
- What to wear where.
- And more…

Got some burning style questions, ask the experts!

While you shop:
- What color, style, and shape is working best for you
- What will the item look best paired with
- How to accessorize the look
And more….

**Mimosas & Refreshments
**Goody bags with purchase

Wearing the perfect compliment to your spring ensemble is definitely something we all can use! I found out about this gorgeous cosmetics company TIA Cosmetics and just had to share the news with the Dailyfashionista.com readers! One of my favorites is their ‘Fashionista‘ eye-shadow kit that offers pretty & flirty spring-ready colors. I also like the ‘Get the Look’ portion of her website where I can find out how to create an amazing look on myself using TIA’s well-made beauty line! You know when you just find the perfect lipgloss and feel as if the fashion heavens have opened?! TIA carries a wonderful variety of lipglosses that stay put and look perfect. I feel the same way about her lipstick collection. Looking to mix it up and go for that bold, sexy red? TIA’s red carpet ready lipstick line will have them taking more than a second glance at you! Priced reasonably, high quality, beautifully pigmented and an easy to use website – TIA Cosmetics has it all.

To learn more visit: TIA Cosmetics.

TIA Cosmetics offers a full line of cosmetics including: Face, Eyes, Cheeks, Lips, Prep Treat & Prime, Brushes & Kits, Mineral Makeup & Creative Color Systems.

About TIA Cosmetics: Bettina creator of  TIA Cosmetics has been a makeup artist for over 15 years. Throughout those incredible photoshoots, fashion shows, weddings and event fulfilled years, she has used many different products from multiple vendors. With a background in Theatre and Film, Bettina has not only used these products on her clients, but uses each product on herself. Always looking ahead to figure out “how can I make this better” and “how can I reach out to others with my own take on a product” — Bettina has created an amazing line of cosmetics that empower women and make them look beautiful!

Model Victoria Simone walking the runway. Makeup by TIA with much love & lipstick xx!

Looking to go a little lighter? TIA’s flirty collection of lipglosses are another DailyFashionista.com obsession!

“Give a girl the right shoes, and she can conquer the world.”

- Marilyn Monroe

“Professors explained to me that focus is great. Being the biggest and having your foot in a bunch of things is not necessarily the best thing. So I came back and focused the message of my company. Harvard said to wait two weeks before you tell your staff, but I couldn’t wait. I said, ‘If it’s not about expanding the definition of beauty and making women feel physically and emotionally better about themselves, then we’re not doing it.’ My business before was based on me. But my marketing professor has taught me that it’s about customer centricity and not about me centricity. It’s about her. How do I affect that girl?”

– Tyra Banks in the Wall Street Journal

The model mogul has received her MBA from Harvard Business School’s Owner/President Management Program (OPM). Proving once again that beauty and brains is a stellar combination & the key to continued success! Congratulations, fashionista!

“The most beautiful makeup of a woman is passion. But cosmetics are easier to buy.”

– Yves Saint-Laurent

When I heard one of my favorite actresses of all time Susan Sarandon along with her daughter were posing in exquisite images for luxury retailer Neiman Marcus, I just had to share the news with the DailyFashionista.com readers!

Neiman Marcus announces Susan Sarandon and Eva Amurri Martino as the artists featured in The Art of Fashion campaign for Spring 2012. The campaign includes 14 portraits of mother and daughter and will appear in the March edition of the newly refreshed Neiman Marcus publication, the book. Debuting nearly 20 years ago, The Art of Fashion was a revolutionary step for a retailer as the campaign was designed to feature cutting-edge fashion and provocative photography.

In keeping with that legacy, this year’s Art of Fashion was shot by photographer Mark Abrahams. The portraits artfully capture mother and daughter in a way that appeals to and connects with women of all ages. Designer merchandise featured in the campaign includes: Burberry Prorsum, Carolina Herrera, Chanel, Donna Karan NYC, Etro, Giorgio Armani, Gucci, J. Mendel, Lanvin Paris, Oscar de la Renta, Prada, Tom Ford, Valentino and Vera Wang. The Art of Fashion campaign will appear in the first version of the refreshed Neiman Marcus’ the book. Building upon the book’s signature fashion and beauty features, new lifestyle-oriented editorial content will be supplemented into the oversize magazine.

“The March issue of the book not only features the celebrity power and beauty of Susan Sarandon and Eva Amurri Martino in a rich pictorial campaign, but it also debuts new editorial departments. We are delighted to share this inspired edition of ‘the book’ with our customers and look forward to bringing equally strong content in the coming editions,” said Eddie Nunns, Vice President, Neiman Marcus Brand Creative.

New departments within the book include:

Intersection – where style meets lifestyle with news on people, places, culture and cuisine
Full Disclosure– a Proustian questionnaire in which celebrated cultural icons offer a brief self-portrait in words and drawing.  March: Tim Gunn.
Two Places at Once– A side-by-side comparison of two cities Neiman Marcus calls home
Heritage– An inside look at Neiman Marcus history over time. March: Neiman Marcus in film, television and music
Essay– A think piece dedicated to the issue’s theme.  March: Oscar-winning screenwriter Diablo Cody on reinvention. 
Travel– An imagery driven celebration of a stylish destination.  March: Paraty, Brazil

About Neiman Marcus: The NeimanMarcus Group, Inc. operations include the Specialty Retail Stores segment and the Direct Marketing segment. The Specialty Retail Stores segment consists primarily of Neiman Marcus and Bergdorf Goodman stores. The Direct Marketing segment conducts both print catalog and online operations under the Neiman Marcus, Horchow and Bergdorf Goodman brand names. Information about the Company can be accessed at www.NeimanMarcusGroup.com.

“Beauty is in the eye of the beholder and it may be necessary from time to time to give a stupid or misinformed beholder a black eye.”

– Miss Piggy

Pictured above: sitting front row at the Michael Kors autumn/winter 2010 runway show at New York Fashion Week.

For anyone and everyone who refuses to let anybody tarnish their shine…this is for you!

These cheeky videos are taking over the fashionable and sometimes unfashionable Internet waves and entertaining many of us! It’s great to be able to laugh at oneself. What’s that saying — we are laughing with you, not at you!  When this new “fashionista” version surfaced, I just had to share it with the Dailyfashionista.com readers. All I’m after is a life full of laughter, as long as I’m laughing with you!

My favorite line you inquire in this video, yet again? Well it’s most definitely, “Is that Essie or OPI?!”

I think what makes the video such a humorous hit is the man above dressed as an obsessed “fashionista.”  See you at Filene’s ( I DO go there).