Backstage at Mataano, legendary makeup artist Byron Barnes gives Ayan Elmi the final touches.

This morning I moderated a panel for Harlem Fashion Row and Sesilee Lopez was on the panel. Love her because she brought her mama and for some many more reasons.

Hanging with the über amazing makeup diva Mally Roncal as she preps to launch her new gel nail line this Friday on QVC.

Yesterday’s treat a brow makeover from Australia’s premier brow guru Sharon-Lee. I like to call her The Brow Whisperer sharon-lee.com.au.

The Soweto Gospel Choir was at Essence today serenading us with songs of praise.

Olive, eggplant, pumpkin were part of the striking palette at Rachel Roy’s Fall 2012 presentation. From daywear to evening wear the designer created some looks we’re going to love wearing. Also loved the smokey eye Bobbi Brown created to give the overall look more drama.

Max Azria wanted to keep the Hair and makeup simple to complement the leather and sequin at Herve Leger.

Started the afternoon with some pampering at Robert Verdi’s Luxe Lounge. Love my Sinful Colors manicure. Today’s shades: Why Not topped by Gorgeous.

Love this look–the braid paired with the highly textured vest is a winning combination. Love the fashion off the runway at the New York Fashion Week shows.

Blogger Joy Adaze from joylovesfashion.com knows how to work a blinged out nail.