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District Dapper: Carmelo Anthony + Haute Time

Posted on 05/14/2013 by Nicole

When Carmelo Anthony posted his watch collection on Instagram my mouth dropped! Aside from his job as a basketball superstar who knew he was a watch connoisseur?! I sure didn’t. So much that he’s the co-founder and daily contributor to Haute Time- a luxury watch magazine. Here are 3 of my favorites from his Watch of The Day feature:

Vintage 1945 Tourbillon With Three Gold Bridges by Girard-Perregaux

Pocket Watch Tourbillon GMT Ceramica by Panerai

Gerald Genta Octo Chronographe Quadri-Retro

For the dapper gents looking to add a fly timepiece to their collection I encourage you to check out Chrono24 an international watch market to buy and sell new or pre-owned watches from the top luxury watch brands like: Audemars Piguet, Franck Muller, Hublot, Tag Heuer, Omega and Rolex, (I will own a watch from The Rolex DateJust Collection one day!) If you want to learn more about luxury watches and keep up with Carmelo’s watches of the day there’s an app for that! Download the Haute Time app available on iPhone , iPad and Android.

Posted in District Fashion | Tagged accessories, Carmelo Anthony, fashion news, Haute Time, luxury shopping, men's, style tips | 1 Comment

DC Fab: “Swap in the City”

Posted on 05/10/2013 by Nicole

Last night some D.C. fashion lovers came out to sell, swap, and shop for clothing and accessories that make heads turn at SnobSwap, held at D.C.’s new tech hub, 1776. Of course with the horrible traffic, coupled with rain I was more than fashionably late, but I did manage to snap a few flicks.

Check out the rest of my pics and recap from the fashion event over at The Fab Empire.

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Style Spy: Met Gala Prep with Solange

Posted on 05/10/2013 by Nicole

Must I explain why I adore Solange? Vogue followed style star while she was prepping for the Met Gala and her photos are flawless! Clearly Solo skipped on the “punk” theme for the occasion but I love her entire look.

See the rest of the the last minute details over at Vogue

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Editor’s Pick: $5 Happy Hour at Zengo DC

Posted on 05/10/2013 by Nicole

Happy Friday! I’m back with another $5 happy hour spot in DC! Check out Zengo Latin Lounge for $5 Happy Hour specials (food & drinks) Monday-Friday.

The Seventh District recommends:

Planters Punch

Salted Edamame

Zengo 781 Seventh Street NW Washington, DC 20001

*Extra plus-it’s Metro accessible just footsteps away from Gallery Place.

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I Want Her Hair: Ciara

Posted on 05/09/2013 by Nicole

Yesterday, R&B singer Ciara posted some flicks of her new hair cut on Instagram. Her fierce, new look immediately made me want to cut and color my hair! I absolutely love it! So much that I had to re-post to my account. A few friends said this would be a good hairstyle for me to try. I’m reconsidering if I want to continue to grow my hair out.

What do you think about her new hair cut?

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7th Street: Broccoli City Festival

Posted on 05/09/2013 by Nicole

So remember when I went to the Broccoli City Fest and described the style scene as early 90′s grunge mixed with natural hair wearing divas, and young urban professionals? Michelle over at Eat, Style, Play captured the street style from the festival perfectly!

See more DC street style pics from the festival HERE

I’ve been trying to convince people that DC has real style!

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TheYBF.com Great Gatsby Premiere

Posted on 05/08/2013 by Nicole

Last night one of my favorite celebrity gossip blogs TheYBF.com hosted an exclusive screening for one of this season’s biggest films-The Great Gatsby starring Leonardo DiCaprio. (swoons) TheYBF editor, Natasha Eubanks welcomed her DC readers and alluded to the awesome, yet highly criticized soundtrack produced by Jay-Z featuring artist like Beyonce, Andre 3000, Florence and the Machine, and Emeli Sande. When the trailer for the film was released I knew I wanted to see it but I had no idea how visually stimulating the 3D movie would be.

I would love to attend a party exactly like ones portrayed in the film! Gatsby’s parties are the definition of “turnt up”! Leo and Tobey offered plenty of comedic relief to the love story with a twist. While the soundtrack wasn’t perfect, I did enjoy it and the styling was impeccable! So glamourous and over the top!

Carey Mulligan’s wardrobe sketches designed by Miuccia Prada and Catherine Martin

After getting a first look at the film we also walked away with a Great Gatsby tank.

Make sure you check out the movie in theatres this Friday, May 10th!

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Everyday People Brunch comes to DC

Posted on 04/25/2013 by Nicole

Good food, good drinks, and great conversation among dope people are the makings of a the perfect weekend brunch. Before the summer is over I must attend Chef Roble’s Everyday People brunch in New York! It looks like that’s where all the cool kids hang out. Check out the pics and video.

Chef Roble

Elise

Beyonce’ stylist Ty Hunter
Solange

I have to add a quick disclaimer. I drafted this post last week and it looks like the brunch gods are on my side! The Everyday People brunch is coming to DC!

When I saw the flyer I was like it’s a must that I try to attend! Claire from The Fashion Bomb Daily also featured the Everyday People Brunch in her latest installment of Fashion Bomb TV. Check out the episode!

Send your RSVP for Everyday People DC to info@rockcreeksocialclub.com

Posted in District Eats | Tagged brunch, Chef Roble, DC, Elise Peterson, Everyday People Brunch, H Street, New York, Rock Creek Social Club, Smith Commons, Solange Knowles, streetstyle, Ty Hunter, video | 1 Comment

Broccoli City Festival

Posted on 04/24/2013 by Nicole

This past weekend I indulged in a little Sunday fun at the Broccoli City Festival- DC’s first urban Earth Day celebration.

For once I went to an event to just have fun! I ditched my Nikon and once I got inside the DC Fairgrounds I was kicking myself. I should have known that this event would bring out all of the Tumblr ready kids just waiting to have their DC style snapped. The attendees were extremely diverse. Since I didn’t capture any pics think early 90s grunge mixed with natural hair wearing divas, and young urban professionals. I had a good time! Check out the pics I did snap on my phone.

Amazing artwork by PS ImDope

Living in neon, supporting the ladies from neon v magazine

Broccoli in my old school Dooney

BC Fest

There were plenty of food trucks and of course I had to get some cupcakes from one of my DC faves Very Good Cupcakes

The Seventh District + Downtown’s Sweetheart Va$htie

I wasn’t sure if I’d actually get a chance to meet Vashtie but I did! She was so nice! She embraced me with a hug and we chatted for all of 2.5 seconds. I didn’t want to be a creep and ask but she smelled so good! I wonder what perfume she wears??? I should have asked.

Check out her photo diary from her weekend in DC!

The BC Fest was held from 12-8pm and in true CP time, headliner Big K.R.I.T didn’t show up until the latter half of the event. Around 7pm I was slightly annoyed and ready to leave, but considering I’ve never seen him perform I decided to wait a little longer. After the DJ claimed he was 5 minutes away (we all know what that means) I was overit.com. I ended up staying for his opening song and left quickly after. Apparently I should have stayed because I heard he rocked the crowd.