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A DAY IN THE LIFE OF LACROIX

MEECHIE & KENNEDY mommy and daddy lacroixs take on fashion

DOUBLE TROUBLE the best of both worlds

ALL HAIL THE QUEENS royalty takes the stage

LEARN HOW YOUR HOUSE CAN WIN UP TO $5000 IN ONE NIGHT

TABLE OF CONTENTS open to all about us lions tigers and flair oh my double trouble the odd job the woman within

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Letter From The Editor

MAGAZINE Demitrius Jackson: Founder/Editor in Chief Kennedy Thomas: Assistant Editor in Chief Demotus Weeks: Beauty Advisor/Editor Season Lacroix: Editor at Large Khalil: President / Editor Christian Ling: Creative Editor at Large Robert Carter: Photography Tonyferdesign.com: Art Director Madison Anderson: Women’s wear Fashion Editor Donald Gaines: Public Relations Dominique Cristian: Fashion and Marketing Editor Rodney : Senior Fashion Director Jayson Robinson: Administrative Assistant Raymond Whitlock: Fashion Editor Larry Wright: Assistant Men’s wear Editor Amp Hayden: Men’s wear Editor Tom Blumenthal: Marketing Director Christopher Ragsdale : Eyewear Director Erica Kane : Women’s wear Editor

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stand before you 15 years later not only as the hen i stepped onto legendary father Meechie Lacroix, but as the the ballroom circuit editor-in-chief for L magazine! in February of 1995 I L magazine is a ball flyer in the form experienced a recreation of a fashion magazine. In this magazine unlike anything I’ve we have infused articles on and about the ever witnessed before. I was amazed with the house of Christian Lacroix and its members, art and precision of vogue, the remarkable our ballroom categories, a fashion spread, creativity of runway, the captivating beauty interviews and ads. We have contemplated of the face children and grand marches that long and hard: therefore, we have put our were reminiscence of Broadway.... It was love heart and soul into this magazine, categories at first sight, who would have known that in and most importantly our ball. Our mission less than a month I would be engaged to a is to bring back ballroom creativity, a fair culture that would result in as possible judge’s a marriage lasting 15 years panel and tables and counting. worth paying In May of 1995 for. I want to in New York City I make this ball attended the ball that as entertaining would change my MAGAZI NE and pleasurable life. It was Aura St. as possible, not Claire’s mother’s day just for the ballball at the legendary walker, but for the Marc ballroom. spectator as well. It On this night, i A DAY IN has taken us 5 years would complete THE LIFE OF LACR OIX to produce an event a metamorphosis that we feel is worthy from a ballroom MEECHIE of putting our John spectator to an DOUBLE & KENN ALL HAIL mommy EDY TROU BLE TH Hancock on. Therefore, actual ball-walker. daddy lacand th e best E QUEEN take on fa roixs S of both royalty ta shion LEARN HO worlds the stage kes W YOUR we don’t want this be My experience HOUSE CA N WIN UP TO $500 0 IN ONE a ball full of personal that night on NIGHT gain for the house of the runway was Christian Lacroix, but a like a breath of fresh air opening my rewarding experience for the ballroom mind to a whole new experience. I heard community to remember for years to come!

Jack Mizarahi saying “stand to the side” as i had received 10’s across the boards, before completing my pump down the runway. I GOD BLESS didn’t win that night; however, I realized THE LEGENDARY FATHER MEECHIE at that moment that this was something i LACROIX enjoyed doing and i did it well. Now, here i EDITOR-IN-CHIEF

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OPEN TO ALL Beat to Beat Performance Show us your color choice of this season; utilizing a wig and gloves to match. (One color)

“EDITORS PICK” Virgin Vogue

Our editor-in-chief ’s pick for this season is feminine silhouettes and plaid prints.

Using the two; produce your fashionable look.

“THE FALL PREVIEW” Virgin Runway

In an all black runway look with overthe-top accessories

“BABY BEST DRESSED” Virgin Best Dressed

I’m virgin on the Best Dressed scene so please be easy… it’s my first time!! L magazine decided to create a new category for you beginner fashion kiddies who “MAY” have it, but you’re not yet ready to battle the “Big Hitters”. Please be red carpet ready!!! Paparazzi definitely wants you!!

“CLASSIC COLLECTION” New Face

Tonight we want to see you take it back to the days of classic beauty. Ladies should be done in gowns, fully accessorized, hair tossed with flawless make up. Gentleman in tuxedos, fully accessorized and well groomed.

“SHADE ON THE RUNWAY” Labels $250

On the L’ runway we want to see sickening hats, ovah accessories, one of

a kind eyewear, vintage garments, THIS season’s hottest and timeless master pieces… WHAT EVER IT IS!!! Your added perk tonight is, you will be able to call out the BITCH that you feel should be on “Blackwell’s Worst Dressed List”.

“Fashion Week” Runway as a House

Its fashion week in Milan and your house is sending out a team of runway models to open up for a well known designer of your choice. Pick a designer and bring us 4 or more of his looks past or present (must be looks from the same collection) in a sickening runway as a house performance.

“MADE TO ORDER” Legendary Runway $500 in Honor of Legendary Raymond “Nyra” Lacroix

Over the years the ballroom has produced rare, timeless pieces that have stood the test of time. These are must have, one of a kind collectors pieces.

Items that were labeled “price upon request”. Whether it was the year it was produced or today, these pieces will never go out of style. Because they weren’t mass produced, they were…. “Made to Order”!

Prentice Garcon, Jay Blahnik,Bernie Jourdan, Aura St.Clair, Andre Mizrahi, Tony Revlon, Monica 007, Tyra Mugler, Morgan Ebony, Mariah Revlon, Byron Milan, Eve Prada, Kareem Cavalli, Warren Milan,Keith Balenciaga,Dominique Revlon,Mott Mott Revlon, and Ricky Mizrahi

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In the early spring of 2004 Legendary Meechie & Kennedy (dawn) Karan decided to fly the nest, in which they called home in the ballroom scene for over 9 years to embark on new endeavors. These two along with a team of eight (Christian, Khalil, Erica Kane and legends Season, Joey, Raymond, Prentice, and Glenn) over the next 3 months would make crucial moves, in depth plans and strategic decisions that would later form a powerhouse full of legends, statements and stars! The group collaborated over a name/designer that possessed all the characteristics they strived for in a house. Characteristics such as; fashion-forward, unique, individuality and above all CLASS. The final result of this lengthy deliberation became the birth of THE LAVISH HOUSE of CHRISTIAN LACROIX. We in the house of Christian Lacroix came up with a formula for success and longevity in the ballroom scene. We implemented an invite only policy, which has helped us to remain a small an intimate house. Also, we embraced a fashion-forward dress code in and out of ballroom so that our members stood out amongst other individuals in other houses.

Our fashionable image along with personal style has been a large factor in our success; therefore, fashion has become our main component for allowing us to be unlike any other houses past or present. Lastly, we try at all times to carry ourselves with sophistication and self-respect. All of these elements complete the formula that make up the Lacroix way and in turn has coined us with two catch phrases “Lacroix about it” and “Lacroix sweetie!”

On July 24,2004 in Philadelphia, the legendary Meechie 007 and then father Bo Prestige teamed up to throw the Unity ball.

That ball was not only one of the Hottest balls that year, but stamped the night that the House of Lacroix debuted as a new house. Our house was accepted with open arms from the ballroom community, instantaneously. We possessed undeniable talent, but above all

we added new competition and hype to categories such as, fashion and runway. Some of our biggest accomplishments to date has been winning the house with the most trophies @ the 2005 Prodigy house ball, only being a year old, at the time; however, winning over well established and legendary houses, alike! In 2005, we were new house of the year recipients @ both the Dorian Corey awards ball and the NYC awards ball. Kennedy (Dawn) has won Fem Queen Statement of the year in 2005 @ NYC awards ball, Philly’s finest 2005 @ Dorian Corey and NYC awards ball and mother of the year @ the Dorian Corey awards ball in 2007. Meechie has won father of the year @ the 2008 Dorian Corey awards ball. We were also winners of the fashion house of the year award 5 years in a row @ both the Dorian Corey awards ball and the NYC awards ball. lastly, we have won several individual of the years for Tall Boys Runway, Fem Queen Realness, Butch Queen Foot & Eye, Fem Queen Foot & Eye, Butch Queen Models Magazine Face, Drags Face, Fem Queen Best-dressed, Fem Queen head to Toe/Labels, Sex Siren and Butch Queen Face, Butch Queen Vogue fem, Virginia Finest, New York Finest, Butch Queen Runway, Drags Realness, Street wear, Runway House of the Year ( New York Awards Ball) and Schoolboy from state to state and in 2010 Legendary Father Meechie Lacroix was inducted into the Ballroom Hall of Fame.......we currently have chapters in Philadelphia, Virginia, North Carolina, New York City and in august 2010 added a chapter in Washington D.C/ Maryland. We’re still growing with no plans of slowing down.

We’re still a new house full of old-school values, mentalities and ideas and we are here to stay!!

THE LAVISH HOUSE OF CHRISTIAN LACROIX

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BUTCHQUEEN “PAGE 6” Face Concealed until reveiled by the pages of a high fashion magazine.

“BLACK TIE” Sex Siren $100 each winner Seniors – The Tuxedo Pants…

Juniors- The Tuxedo Shirt…

Catboy- In a bow tie and cumber bund

“SUITable PAIR”

“Biker Chic” Old Way . New Way Maison Martin Margiela’s new line is inspired by the biker boy. In honor of is line bring a biker boy inspired look.

Perfect 10 1/2 Christian Lacroix is looking for that model to set off his national under wear ad campaign. Models please bring your Face.Body.

Realness… and Sex Appeal. Don’t forget those undies.

Vogue Fem $100 Can we take it back to fashion and effects?? Tonight’s trend is…. a sickening cat suit.

“THE TRIBUTE”

I this month’s issue of L Magazine honors Michael Jacksons contribution to music, fashion and dance. Tonight bring us one of his iconic CREATIVE fashion looks from head-to-toe.

(You don’t have to get your ten’s for realness tonight so you better be on point.)

Team Realness $100 Were looking for that fashion forward, power realness team.

Whether it’s an executive or thug pair up with a schoolboy or prettyboy. Of course FASHION is the KEY… think Sean “DIDDY” Combs and Farnsworth Bentley. So executives leave your briefcases at home. School and prettyboy’s don’t forget your umbrella.

“CIRCA” Legendary Performance 1993 … Tiefa Icon 1994 … Ray Ray Mizrahi 1995… Kevin Prodigy 1996… Ricky Allure 1999… Auturo Mugler 2000… Pony Blahnik What is your circa??

In a black tee shirt with the year started vouging… hit the floor “Circa Cunt”.

Twisted Realness

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“SWIM COUTORE” Body

You are the final look of a designer’s runway show. Bring the crowd to its feet in sickening swim couture LOOK.

Foot and Eye

Spring/Summer 2011 pieces darling.

Tu be you

is Tu be True Something Old, Something New, A Pair of Pumps & a Tu tu

BUTCH – TRANSMEN “WELL DRESSED MAN” Realness

You’ve been sent on a go-see for L Magazine. In a well-tailored suit will you book the job or will the judges clock your curves? 2 Trophies

Face Tonight bring it in a designer frame.

Performance

L Magazine is having its annual fashion show; you’re the opening act of the night.

Perform for the fashion world in all black with colorful gloves.

Lacroix baby boomers takes on an old lifestyle, fashion and what it is to be a cross dresser in the new millennium! www.lmagazine.com

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“THE JETSETTER”

Female Figure Realness $200

Streetwear $200

In honor of Femme Queen Realness of the Year Tia Lacroix

In honor of Street wear’s “DOUBLE TROUBLE THREAT”…

Christian Lacroix and Mook Lacroix You are a well-known “Jetsetter” and you’ve flown into Japan for a 10 page spread and cover shoot for L Magazines next issue.

The jet doors open and it’s of no surprise… paparazzi’s waiting for you arrival. You walk down the carpet toward your chauffeured vehicle and before you depart a report asks “WHO ARE YOU WEARING?” Tonight you’re asked the same question! Let the ballroom know who you have on. Any year… any season!!!!! Just make sure it’s CLEAN, EDGY and has a WOW FACTOR!!!! This is not a realness category… it’s all about the fashion. URBAN STREETWEAR $100 – HIGH FASHION STREETWEAR $100 ’jet`se-tu(r) n. – A member of an international social group of wealthy people who travel from one fashionable place to another;

We want to take you back to the night Tia Lacroix was introduced… it was the Evisu Ball 2006 when she single handedly sat down a line of about 15-20 girls during a process of elimination! We want point blank realness in a jean, tee shirt, heals and bag…… nothing more, nothing less!

“THE RICH BITCH”

Butch Queen Runway $500

In honor of Legendary Father Meechie Lacroix and Runway of the Year rulers Father Amp Lacroix, Rodney Lacroix, Don Won Lacroix and Mother Dominique Lacroix.

Tonight we want to see the look, the walk and attitude!!! Done from Head-to-Toe in a suit and accessorized to the GODS!! Bring us the look of a RICH BITCH!!

and is ALWAYS fashion forward.

“A DAY IN OUR LIFE…” Best Dressed as a House $200

From day one the House of Lacroix has stood UNDEFEATED for this category. We are five (5) years strong and have won Best Dressed as a House four (4) consecutive years at “Jack and Andre’s New York City Awards Ball” and five (5) consecutive years at the “Dorian Corey Awards Ball”. We have also stood out since day one bringing you looks as a house. When we step into a room we collectively give you “looks as a house” that have made our peers stand up a pay close attention. (I.e. the Dorian Corey Awards 2007 – Tuxedos and Gowns, the A.C.C. Ball 2008 – All white with animal print –VA Awards Ball 2010 Chucks and Tuxes). So tonight your house will have to come to the ball done “as a house”. The house with the best look will be crowned Best Dressed as a House and awarded Grand Prize.

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On her: Coat: Givenchy Bustier: Emilio Pucci Shirt: St. John Stockings: Christian Dior On him: Coat: Balenciaga by Nicholas Chesquiere Shirt: Gianfranco Ferre Trousers: Dolce & Gabanna Eyewear: Caravan

Tuxedo: Yves Saint Laurent Shirt: Yves Saint Laurent Over-sized bowtie: Kate Spade Cummerbund: Christian Lacroix Glasses: Harry Larry of Paris Shoes: Christian Louboutin Ring: Harry Winston

LIONS, TIGERS & FLAIR OH MY....

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ommy and Daddy Lacroix 2 highly respected ballroom fashionistas are taking us on a ride with an American classic “THE SUIT” and showing us to spice it up with the right label accessories........

It’s 4:30pm on a very busy late summer day and I’m in rush hour traffic on I676 on my way to King of Prussia mall to meet with the Legendary Mother Kennedy and Father Meechie Lacroix. I can’t help but to be filled with excitement and anticipation of wondering what it will be like to sit and converse with these two about fashion in and out of the ballroom scene, in an intimate setting. As I pulled up to the mall, parked and approached the restaurant I could see the couple was sitting in the lobby of the restaurant waiting to be seated. They were both dressed down, but all in all still very fashion forward. After about 20 minutes of waiting our pager went off and Lacroix party of three was on our way to be seated and to enjoy a heart-filled evening of great food, drinks and conversation..........

After we and had viewed the menu, placed our food orders and was enjoying our drinks I decided to do some light Q& A to break the ice, as well as set the tone. I was curious to know who in ballroom the couple admired for fashion. Also, who they considered to be a major problem on the floor? As I presented the question Kennedy gave me a look of uncertainty and asked, “What do you mean when you say a major problem”? I looked over at her and explained, “When you’re preparing for a ball and deciding on what pieces to acquire and what look you are going for, who is that one person that keeps you on top of your game because you know if she comes you may have a battle on your hands”? Kennedy laughed as she nodded her head and began to speak. “I always admired Mother Tanya Cartier miss thing is not only fashion, but she’s fashionable. Also, she’s from Philly and I’ve watched her beat the best of them, so I live”! She hesitated for a moment, you could tell she was in thought then she continued. “The person that I feel poses as a major threat would have to be Ms. Stephanie Milan. The reason I say Stephanie is because that lady be up in the pieces and it sometimes seem like there is no limit to what that lady can obtain: therefore, when I’m out shopping and buying my pieces I have to make sure I’m in nothing less than the best” she replied! Now that I had her answers I looked over at Meechie patiently awaiting his answers. “Oh I guess it my turn” he laughed. Let’s see......who do I admire, he murmured? That would have to be Al Allure because I could remember being a young boy in the scene and watching him walk fashion and not only did he look amazing but he still remained to hold on to his masculine appeal, as well. He was done on and off the runway and it was an extra bonus that I admired him as an individual and a house father! Now for my problem” he smiled very hard, took a sip of his drink, sighed and then replied. “My problem would have to be Mark Milan, I think his sense of style is top notch, not to mention the man comes through with hot pieces and he knows what works for him”. We drink a little more a few minutes later we were being served dinner. I stopped my interview so that we could enjoy our meals as I enjoyed my meal I feel back into my state of anticipation for the rest of my interview.

Over dessert, I asked the dynamic duo what exactly they loved most about fashion. Father Meechie, smiling but without hesitation replied “I feel everyone should own a good suit”, but my first love when it comes to fashion are accessories! Mother Kennedy who was retrieving something from an oversized Christian Lacroix denim, leather and wicker pocketbook looked at me and said “ I agree I love suits, all kind of suits, but I am like a little girl in a candy store when it comes to accessories”..........

I talked with these two for over an hour talking about everything from ballroom to everyday life, but all as it pertained to fashion. Father Meechie who is now 35 years old and have been walking balls since the age of 20 years old enlightened me on his road trip of fashion and how he became and advocate for suits and accessories. “Well I’ve always loved fashion, I took up tailoring in high school, I attended Edward Bok Vocational Technical high school in south Philadelphia; however, I later attended Philadelphia University(formerly known as Philadelphia College of Textiles and Sciences) where I majored in fashion design and fashion merchandising”.

During his 3rd year of college Meechie was introduced to the ballroom scene where he was then allowed to put his talents to a new form of use. “I enjoyed sewing for my private clients, my family, at work and for myself, but when I started walking balls it allowed me to take my skills and creativity to another level.” he said. “I’ve always been a thick boy and during the 90’s runway was all about models effect.” “The suit was the key essential to that category, but it was how you accessorized it that set you apart from your completion.” he laughed!

Now I focused some attention on Mother Kennedy to get her insight on this infamous

topic of fashion. She looked at me as only she could and responded “Well I would have to say that I as a young girl was spoiled very early with gifts of high end designer label garments, shoes and bags and instantly began a love affair with fashion” Kennedy said. “It was the Fire ball in 1997 and drags realness was bring it like a lady, I walked in a Dolce and Gabanna suit, shirt and pumps and I looked amazing.” , “I then learned the power of a suit and pumps.” she giggled! “Oh by the way did I mention I splayed the category and won grand prize?” I had to laugh myself because to know Mother Kennedy is to love her!!

As we were sitting there finishing up our deserts I couldn’t help but to be in awe at the pair’s chemistry. They carried themselves like the ultimate power couple and combined with their physical appearance could have been easily taken for celebrities. What are some of your favorite accessories, I asked? Kennedy looked at me as if she had been awaiting this question.

“I love my shoes/boots, bags and coats” she said. “Everyone knows I’m notorious for those three.” “ It doesn’t matter what a women is wearing, jeans & a t-shirt, a suit or just a button up and bottoms, its all about that bag, shoe and coat” Kennedy replied with attitude!! She looks over at her husband who was on her every word while drinking some lemonade. “Well for me it’s all about a hat, footwear, jewelry and last but not least I love a man bag” he said.

He took another sip of lemonade and then he finished. “My weight over the years has gone up and down.” “At my smallest weight I can easily wear any designer label I choose to. But, at some of my more larger moments some designer labels are just not doable for me, so over the years I’ve learned to love my accessories. Just like my wife I feel like no matter what it is you are wearing (as a man or women) it can be transformed simply by applying the right accessories. Everywhere we go whether we’re on Fifth Avenue or walking through the hood we are stopped and complimented on our eyewear, outerwear, footwear, jewelry and bags, etc.... Our high fashion image is something we have taken pride in over the years and it’s not just something we portray for ballroom, for us it’s a lifestyle”!

At this point we’ve been sitting in the restaurant for quite some time. We’ve had appetizers, dinner and dessert. But, I still had two more questions to top of my interview. I looked at both of them and asked my 1st of two questions, who are your top 3 designers? Meechie seemed to ponder on the question briefly, but Kennedy knew her answers instantaneously. “Christian Lacroix, Gucci and Emilio Pucci” says Kennedy. Kennedy once again looks over at Meechie and he began to speak slowly.

“Its hard for me to only pick 3 because i love so many”.

“Dsquared, John Gallianno, Vivienne Westwood and Christian lacroix of course” hes say. Lastly asked them both to name one or two items that they have owned past and present that they loved the most? I looked at Kennedy first to get her answer. “Actually I have 3” she says. “ First on my list are my Ceasare Paciotti purple, 4” stilettos with the Swarovski scorpion going down the back of the shoe and heel. Second, would be my black and white thigh high Christian Dior boots.

Lastly, my Christian Dior gambler bag, I had to be put on a waiting list for that bag and it was well worth the wait” she says! Then I turned and looked at father to get his response.

“I had of pair of gold metal Chloe aviators sunglasses that were to die for, always welcomed me with compliments. Next would be me my brown and camel Dsquared ankle boots, lol......they’re my favorite shoes” he laughed! “Oh yeah and how can I forget my Louis Vuitton charm bracelet, its quite the conversation piece” say Meechie.

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Christians Questions

Where are you going to take it in the future?

I plan on taking it more toward editorial looks. I wanna push the envelope even more.

Hopefully ballrooms standards on streetwear will evolve!! I mean... spectators and judges need to come to grips and realize that streetwear is a fashion category and NOT a realness category.

It shouldn’t be that you have to make your high fashion looks resemble urban looks. Or that you have to get to the judges panel and argue wit your competitor to come off more real in a “FASHION” category. And that excuse of: “Boys don’t wear that on the street”.. is complete bullish*t!! Cus I wear crazy weird sh*t on the streets everyday!!

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Briefly describe your street wear inspiration.

I’m inspired by FASHION... all fashion.

The future and futuristic concepts speak to me. I am always looking toward what’s next. I normally gravitate toward pieces that are unique, funky and hard.

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Who are your favorite and least Favorite Street wear designers?

Ummm... My fav’s... Gareth Pugh, Alexander McQueen, Dsquared2, Louis Vuitton, Maison Martin Margiela, Jean Paul Gaultier, Comme Des Garçon....

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Briefly describe your street wear inspiration.

Life, everything that comes and goes with it

Least Fav... Ed Hardy, Ecko Unltd.,

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What are you trying to achieve with your looks?

I’m not really tryna achieve anything.

Basically I’m showcasing my style.

Expressing my point of view through style.

I like to think I bring High Fashion that’s outside the box.

Who are you favorite and least Favorite Street wear designers?

Makeaveli branded, Dada Supreme, Phat Farm, Shady, G-unit, Pelle Pelle. (bad) Evisu, Gsus, Sean John, Parish, Akoo, Crown Holder, Irg, Triple 5 Soul, Sabit (good) What are you trying to achieve with your looks?

A fresh, clean, nice comfortable look that the boys and men are wearin in the hoods and the streets.

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What would you not want to be caught dead wearing?

I wouldn’t be caught dead wearing Ed Hardy.

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What would not want to be caught dead wearing?

Lot 29. South Pole, Cross/color, Dada Supreme, Makaveli, Shady and Pelle Pelle.

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What is the most essential component of a street wear outfit?

Yo honestly I can’t pick one component that’s most essential. Cus that depends on what season your in but style is definitely key.. Your fit should always be perfect and your swagg should be fire!!

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What is the most essential component of a street wear outfit?

Accessories 9 Hat, belt, glasses, bag and some hot kicks)

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How important are accessories to an outfit?

Very very very important it finishes the whole look..

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How important are accessories to an outfit?

Accessories are major to a look!!! Not only do they complete your look but they also show personal style.

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What’s the most common mistake people make in a street wear outfit?

Not wearing accessories, wearing clothes that are too big or too small. Doing too much or not enough

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What’s the most common mistake people make in a street wear outfit?

I think the most common mistake people make is believing that they automatically look hot if they put on pieces from a designer who has a hot name.

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Do you feel respected in your category?

Yea.. I feel respected.

Would you rather be respected or feared for street wear?

I ain’t gonna hold you... I gotta say respectably feared! Id rather have a lil of both.

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Do you feel respected in your category?

Yes, and I inspired others to step their game up in the street wear game as well. Lol

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Would you rather be respected or feared for street wear?

Respect Where are you going to take it in the future?

Yall will have to wait and see.. lol

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“LIFE STYLES OF THE RICH AND FAMOUS” Best Dressed $1500 Open to All Tonight is the night to settle all scores. We want to see all Best Dressed, Head-to-Toe and Label whores!!! In a look that’s N-A-S-T-Y and all your own this is the night to come and claim your throne. Your look can be futuristic, punk, haute couture, glam rock, goth or mode…. Just to name a few. It’s to come TOTALLY DONE and make it do what it do!!!! You don’t have to be in labels. If you can dress then you know what it gives. So please be on you “A” game and the kids will be sure to live. This is for $1500 and trust this money will not go to waste. Remember the House of Lacroix will be watching and ya’ll know we know the taste. Let’s make it hot!!!!!!

Stephanie Milan, Monica 007, Kedon Milan, Tanya Cartier, Simone Prada, Jlyn Evisu, Thadius Allure, Jessica Evisu, Mark Milan, Britney Herrera, Andre Mizrahi, Rico Laperla, Hicabee Milan, Joseph Prada, Teo Escada, Mark Mugler, Derrick Ebony, Sebastion Allure, Hershey Evisu, Skai Milan, Zake Garcon, T.T. Prada, Charlize Chanel, Kenny Evisu, Johnny Mizrahi, June Mizrahi, Baby Garcon, Bria 007, Chris Milan, Corey Balenciaga, Glenn Allure, Keona Evisu,Rickilake Khan,Eric Allure,Mike Tsunami, plus any one else who’s feeling best dressed!!!

In a time where most mothers are female figures Mother Dominique Lacroix stands one too few of Butch Queens with Mother titles. We sat down with the self-proclaimed Queen of Runway in New York City the town where he runs the elite chapter of Christian Lacroix for a Q & A session.

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for Shannon Khan, Q: In your prospective, how does ball- Stasha Mugroom view BQ Mothers? lar, Requell Aga, A: Well I don’t think there is a general & Devine Channel, my answer to that question. I think an in- all-time favorites are Ayanna dividual’s view on BQ Mothers is influ- Khan, Sania Ebony, & Cheyanne ence on the era and region on which Allure and my old mother Meeka they were inducted into the ballroom Prodigy. But if i had to pick my overscene. I notice that people from my all favorite it will be Jasmine Milan era and eras prior as well as memfrom Atlanta, she is the epitome of bers from the Northeast Ballroom what a women and mother is supRegion are more accepting of a BQ posed to be.

Mother then those of the new genQ: No favorite BQ Mothers? erations or someone say for instincts A: Yes Luna Legacy, and past fafrom Los Angles. vorites Whitney Muglar and Jacque Q: Do you believe in the Trophy Mizrahi.

Mother Fad? Q: So say in the future you had to A: Yes completely, in a community choose a Mother to take your place, where popularity is judged on your would it be a FQ or BQ? trophy count i stand behind it 100%.

A: Well i wouldn’t make my decision Q: Do you consider yourself a Trophy based on gender alone. The indiMother? vidual would have to have leaderA: Am I a Mother....YES and do i win ship skills, a humanitarian, be kind Trophies....Down, however No I don’t hearted, possess motherly qualities, consider myself a Trophy Mother at and of course be outstanding in his/ all. Put in too much work for that! her category.

Q: Who are some House Mothers Q: Any names? that you look up to and why?

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roix or Whoopie 007. I also think once she is fully developed Veronika Milan would make a good mother.

But since I am a BQ mother and i do think we can stand neck to neck with the female figures adam apples and all, lol BQ’s like Keith Aga, Iman Mizrahi, & Deshuan Evisu have all the qualities of what it takes to be a mother or even father of a house. But for as far as my spot I am gone to be here for a while so if someone is looking to step in these shoes, i suggest you butch it up .....I do need a father...lol

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March 19, 2011

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’m not going to bore you with the what, when, where and why, but I’m going to tell you about the Cause and Effects. About 15 years ago, in Philadelphia a ray of sunshine was born named Donna Karan, the baby girl of Renee. I spend a lot of my years being what others wanted me to be, I created an image for the public.

The public demanded the women within Donna, the women know as Dawn. I had to live up to the expectations of the people; no one ever said that being the shit was easy. But for the love of the public and the pressure, I kept Dawn within the heart of Donna.My lifestyle was moving so fast, I had to leave home only to become someone that my family didn’t know.

Sometimes I didn’t know who I was at times; I didn’t even recognize my own face. Dawn was no longer there in the mirror. I allowed some many things and people to direct my life.

While my very own dreams, goals for my life was placed on hold.

Allowing others to control my life, I went down a few wrong paths. Pathways the Dawn would not have taken if her spirit was free. My behavior was influence by many factors; drugs took control of my life, changing my behavior.

Drinking from sun up until sun down, trying to cover up what most people didn’t see, my unhappiness. The years pass, with so many ups and downs.

Watching those that I cared about leave this earth. Along those paths, I did meet some very good people that loved not just Donna but love the women that I couldn’t see all the time; Dawn.2009, those that gave me unconditional love from the start noticed that Dawn was no more.

The women that always knew in my heart was no longer there. In all that I am saying,

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A woman that knew there was more to life then what I was living. A woman named Kennedy, spoke to me, and informed me that form this day forward, I will live the life that was met to live.

I will begin to live for me and for no one else. Kennedy was born again within.Kennedy wanted more from me; she wanted those dreams and goals that was there within to a raise. She wanted a Change.

With Kennedy came a new way of life for me, seeing the light in a whole new way. I am happier now, I am Kennedy now, a new, reborn women. Once I accepted Kennedy as she forgave me for my past, giving me a new beginning on life. Putting old feelings to rest and starting new relationships with love ones. Life is smooth as I would like it to be, but it’s a changed and made me a better person, a likeable person, a person who really cares if she lives or dies.

I am Kennedy, the women from within.

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