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Julee Wilson is BV’s Style & Beauty Editor. She was previously the Staff Fashion Editor at Real Simple magazine before making the jump to digital in August 2011. Julee’s days are filled with covering the latest and greatest in the worlds of fashion and beauty. She has shared her love and knowledge for fashion on The Today Show, CBS Early Show and Fox News. Julee proudly sits on the Advisory Board of Harlem's Fashion Row, an organization founded to increase diversity in the fashion industry. Her work has been featured in Vibe, Condé Nast Traveler and Parenting. She currently resides in Harlem, NY with her handsome husband and a massive shoe collection!

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Pharrell Williams Joins 'Styled To Rock': Producer To Serve As Mentor On Rihanna's Fashion Reality Show

(0) Comments | Posted May 16, 2013 | 4:21 PM

We were already super excited that Rihanna's fashion reality show "Styled To Rock" was making its way from the UK to states. Now comes news that Pharrell Williams will be joining the cast as a mentor when the series hits the air sometime this year on the Style...

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Francisco Costa Set To Recieve André Leon Talley Lifetime Achievement Award From SCAD

(6) Comments | Posted May 16, 2013 | 12:23 PM

Andre Leon Talley is many things--a fashion editor, author, reality show judge and soon-to-be talk show host.

What you might not know is that our favorite robe-wearing fashionisto is also the namesake of a Lifetime Achievement Award...

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Eve Says Her Booty Is Not A Struggle, Although We're Sure She Said It Was (VIDEO)

(21) Comments | Posted May 15, 2013 | 8:06 AM

Last month we shared one of StyleLikeU.com's Round Table discussions on body image where a small group of notable women, including rapper Eve, discussed the hot topic.

In the video, Eve shares several personal stories--one of which caught our attention:

"I struggle with my...

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Zara Black Figurine Necklace Looks Pretty Racist To Us, What Do You Think? (PHOTO, POLL)

(121) Comments | Posted May 14, 2013 | 5:15 PM

This is seriously getting ridiculous. Just yesterday we wrote about Pakistani designer Aamna Aqeel's "Be My Slave" photo shoot, which showed a white model being waited on by a small black boy, and now we've just learned that the store Zara apparently thinks slavery is trendy too.

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Solange Knowles Complex Cover Story Is A Homage To Singer's Fab Body & Awesome Afro (PHOTOS)

(22) Comments | Posted May 14, 2013 | 1:04 PM

Just as we started to ween ourselves off of watching Solange Knowles' super cute mini video for her song "Trapped In Closets," the singer has pulled us back under her spell. On Tuesday morning, our BFF-in-our-head took to Twitter to reveal her cover of Complex's June/July...

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Zoe Saldana For Allure: 'I Will Honor And Respect My Black Community Because That's Who I Am' (PHOTOS)

(95) Comments | Posted May 14, 2013 | 9:27 AM

Get ready for a heat wave! Zoe Saldana's topless photos for Allure's June 2013 issue cover story have been released and they are H-O-T!

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And beyond stripping down to nothing the "Star Trek into Darkness" actress opens up in the glossy's...

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Aamna Aqeel 'Be My Slave' Shoot Is Yet Another Example Of 'Racist' Fashion Antics (PHOTOS)

(707) Comments | Posted May 13, 2013 | 5:40 PM

News Flash: Slavery is not and will never be in vogue!

While most people don't need such an obvious reminder, this pointed message goes out to Aamna Aqeel. The Pakistani designer has found herself in the middle of a racially charged backlash thanks to her...

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Nicki Minaj's Teen Vogue Cover Reminds Us Of Her Costume-Wearing Days (PHOTOS)

(8) Comments | Posted May 13, 2013 | 12:38 PM

Looks like Nicki Minaj is back to her costume-wearing ways. But for good reason. The "High School" rapper is gracing the June/July cover of Teen Vogue!

Although It's been over a decade since Nicki was actually a teen, she certainly knows how to showoff...

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Solange Knowles 'Locked In Closets' Video Takes Our Crush On The Singer To A New Level (VIDEO)

(20) Comments | Posted May 13, 2013 | 8:57 AM

We can't stop watching this video, you won't be able to either if you're as enamored with Solange Knowles as we are. The 26-year-old teamed up with Refinery29.com and Absolut Tune to create a high energy and fashion-filled video for her latest single "Locked In Closets."...

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Best Mother's Day Gifts Ever: Tonya Lewis Lee, Rachel Roy, Nicole Ari Parker & More Celeb Moms Dish

(25) Comments | Posted May 12, 2013 | 8:51 AM

Picking out the perfect gift for mom can by daunting. Do you go with the fancy perfume, beautiful bauble or plush throw? While these are all great options, nothing ever seems good enough for dear ol' mom.

So in an effort to get a better idea of some acceptable...

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Maxim Hot 100: Black Women Who We Think Should Have Made The Cut (PHOTOS)

(425) Comments | Posted May 10, 2013 | 1:36 PM

Maxim's "Hot 100" list of 2013 was released Thursday and we weren't surprised by many of the beauties that snagged spots on the countdown. Miley Cyrus took the top spot with Rihanna coming in at a close #3. Beyonce (#14) made the list, of course, although...

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Willow Smith's Black-And-White Jumpsuit & Gray Wig Make Her Look Like Beetlejuice (PHOTOS)

(172) Comments | Posted May 10, 2013 | 9:47 AM

Willow Smith regularly expresses herself through bold fashion statements and shocking hairdos. On Thursday night, the "Whip My Hair" singer offered up yet another eye-catching look for the 15th Annual From Slavery to Freedom Event in Los Angeles.

Dressed in a black-and-white Chanel...

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Dwyane Wade Wears Floral Jacket To Post-Game Press Conference: Yea Or Nay? (PHOTO, POLL)

(64) Comments | Posted May 9, 2013 | 9:13 AM

We love a floral print. It's a reminder that spring has sprung and when rocked the right way, like our fabulous FLOTUS, it's the perfect fashion statement.

However, thanks to a few ill-advised celebrities, the cheerful pattern is sadly having the worst week ever.

First,

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Kelly Rowland Album Cover: Singer Shows Major Skin In Sheer Blouse On 'Talk A Good Game' (PHOTO)

(260) Comments | Posted May 8, 2013 | 4:11 PM

Kelly Rowland has revealed the, well, revealing cover art for her new album "Talk A Good Game."

The 31-year-old singer shows some major skin in the black-and-white image while striking a pose in a sheer long-sleeved blouse and black panties. If not for Kelly's long,...

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Khalilah Williams-Webb, Celebrity Stylist, Talks Dressing NBA Baller Carmelo Anthony (PHOTOS)

(5) Comments | Posted May 8, 2013 | 2:46 PM

Professional athletes are garnering just as much attention for their skills on the playing field these days as they are for their sartorial skills. NBA players in particular are taking their personal styles to a whole new level with LeBron James, Kevin Durant, Russell Westbrook and...

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Mother's Day Gift Guide 2013: 24 Last-Minute Picks From The Editors Of Black Voices (PHOTOS)

(4) Comments | Posted May 8, 2013 | 8:02 AM

Mama may have it all -- beauty, brains and an endless supply of love for her kids -- but chances are she doesn't have one of the sweet, scented or totally splurge-worthy tokens of affection we've rounded up here. Show her what your affection is truly made of and then...

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Kerry Washington Elle Interview: Actress Talks Career, Fashion, Being 'The Luckiest Broad In Hollywood'

(60) Comments | Posted May 7, 2013 | 1:48 PM

Now that Kerry Washington has finally landed her first major fashion magazine cover, we can breathe a sigh of relief. The 36-year-old actress looks absolutely fabulous for Elle's June 2013 issue showing of her envious figure in a pair of Marc Jacobs hot pants, which further...

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Nicki Minaj Met Gala Dress 2013: Rapper Plays It Safe In A Blue Tommy Hilfiger Gown (PHOTOS)

(33) Comments | Posted May 6, 2013 | 11:15 PM

We love that Nicki Minaj is working on creating a more "serious" look for herself. Those over-the-top costumes were getting old fast. However, the 30-year-old rapper should have pulled out one of those shock-inducing ensembles Monday night for the Met Gala. If...

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Alicia Keys Met Gala Dress 2013: Singer's Leather Halter Jason Wu Dress Is A Surprise (PHOTOS)

(35) Comments | Posted May 6, 2013 | 10:30 PM

We didn't think Jason Wu had a punk-designing bone in his body. The 30-year-old designer is best known for his ultra sophisticated creations for the First Lady Michelle Obama. However, Jason showed off the range of his sartorial talent Monday night at the Met...

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Solange Knowles Met Gala Dress 2013: Singer Wears An 'Afro-Punk' Look By Kenzo (PHOTOS)

(16) Comments | Posted May 6, 2013 | 9:32 PM

Solange Knowles summed up her Met Gala look in one short tweet:

The singer/DJ/model stepped out Monday night in blue-and-black printed Kenzo design and a full-blown afro for the...

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