Street Style: Ladies Who Lunch

Every once in a while, the lady within yearns to indulge in ladylike glam with hats, a feminine frock and dainty pumps. The lovely ladies of the Greater New York Chapter of The Links got to do just that last weekend when they convened for their annual lunch. Our photographer, Darryl Calmese, was in the house to capture the women in chic day dresses, ornate hats and pretty accessories. See what they wore and be inspired...

Street Style: Sunday's Best at Abyssinian Baptist Church

After the prayer and praise comes the pomp and pageantry. We wanted to capture the beauty of it, and so this Easter we headed to Harlem's historical Abyssinian Baptist Church to behold Easter fashion at its best. Our photographer, Darryl Calmese, captured women as they sashayed into church in full regalia — from ornate hats to luxe bags to sophisticated shoes. See what they wore and be inspired...

Street Style: Ladies Who Brunch

When the weather is warm, even brunch can be the right time for a fashion extravaganza. That's exactly what we uncovered as we visited two special brunches in New York City. At entrepreneur Latisha Darling's brunch, fashionistas wore eclectic-chic ensembles topped with elaborate headgear. Meanwhile, the ladies at Karen Mitchell's First Annual Hair Care brunch opted for day dresses, sky-high heels and statement bags and baubles. See what they wore and be inspired...
Closet Envy: Tonya Miller, Events Director

Closet Envy: Tonya Miller, Events Director

You could almost say Tonya Miller gets paid to party. But as Director of Events for the Gay Men's Health Crisis, Miller's responsibility to craft events that raise dollars is a serious one. Like any fierce fashionista, the Baltimore-born beauty meets these obligations in style. From daytime meetings and evening soirees to weekend activities, Miller's closet is chock-full of sexy dresses, sky-high sandals and luxe leather pieces. See her wardrobe and be inspired...

Street Style: ESSENCE 'Girlfriends' Issue Launch

This Wednesday, April 13th, marked ESSENCE Magazine's "Girlfriends Appreciation Day." In honor of the occasion, we partnered with one of our favorite friends — and May issue cover girl — Wendy Williams. The talk show diva hosted a star-studded celebration of sisterly love attended by Tinseltown celebs and New York City fashionistas alike. They all came dressed to impress in a stunning mix of chic spring coats, luxe leather accessories and the fiercest shoes we've seen in a while. Check out what they are wearing and be inspired...

Street Style: Steve Harvey Foundation Gala

Earlier this week, the Steve Harvey Foundation honored some of Hollywood's best and brightest, including Tyler Perry and Chris Rock. The stars were bright, but the fashionistas shone brighter with sleek, sophisticated gowns, luxe accessories and perfect hair and makeup. Our Street Style photographer, Darryl Calmese, was in-house to capture all these looks. See what they wore and be inspired...
Closet Envy: Nina Flowers, PR Maven

Closet Envy: Nina Flowers, PR Maven

When it comes to jobs, Nina Flowers may possibly have the coolest one. The Harlem born and raised beauty directs public relations for the most famous of Harlem's institutions: The Apollo Theater. A typical day will find her heading out to work at six a.m. and arriving from a work event at one a.m. A demanding schedule calls for an equally demanding wardrobe. Watch as she shows us her key pieces that effortlessly take her from day to night...

Street Style: Studio Museum in Harlem's Spring Fling

The Studio Museum in Harlem is at the center of art, culture and style for many New Yorkers. It's no wonder that when the Studio formally debuted its new collection of works for spring, a bevy of beautiful women flocked to it. From young stylists to chic executives, all were united by the bold colors and beautiful prints. Ethnic inspired textiles, artsy abstract prints and big, bright florals were all in full bloom. See what these lovely ladies wore and be inspired!
Closet Envy: Zerina Akers, Entrepreneur

Closet Envy: Zerina Akers, Entrepreneur

From dainty lady to edgy tomboy, there are many sides of Zerina Akers. Never one to hold back, the stylist and entrepreneur indulges her many profiles with a wonderful wardrobe full of thrift store gems, limited edition luxury goods and one-of-a-kind pieces from young Black designers. She shares her favorite pieces with us, and shows us how we can wear them through her shoe rental site, Black Box. "At this site, you can borrow shoes to finish off any look in your closet," explains the Maryland native, "without having to spend hundreds of dollars." See all the lovely pieces you can get...

Street Style: Sexy Chic at 'Rip The Runway' Soiree

Since BET's "Rip the Runway" fashion show launched in 2004, it has grown more fabulous each year. The 2011 show, which debuts on Monday, is no exception. To ensure it's a fashion extravaganza like no other, the network secured Selita Ebanks and Mechad Brooks as hosts, and booked performances with celebs like Keri Hilson and Melanie Fiona. To celebrate the stellar lineup, BET held an invite-only soiree hosted by Selita Ebanks at Realm Boutique in New York City. Check out the colorful frocks, sexy minis and chic accessories worn by fashionistas — and be inspired!

Street Style: Ladylike Glam

With a coalition of supporters from Russell Simmons to Whoopi Goldberg, Laura Smalls is one of the most buzzworthy young designers on the scene. It's no wonder that during her recent Fall Collection preview she attracted a large crowd as chic and eclectic as the pieces she designed. From regal dames oozing conservative glam with slacks and stilettos to young girls rocking a downtown vibe with aged denim and boots, it was a stylish and diverse scene. See what they wore and be inspired!

Street Style: Chic Black Style Bloggers Event

The blogosphere is buzzing with more and more fashion bloggers. Chief among them are young, stylish bloggers of color who are changing the landscape. Bloggers Christina Brown and Jared Michael Lowe decided to bring some of the most popular bloggers together to celebrate what they all have in common: a passion for fashion. Fittingly, they arrived in style, wearing the dramatic head pieces, bold colored blouses and stunning footwear. See what they wore and be inspired...

Street Style: New York Fashion Week Fall 2011

Fashion Week is over (whew!) and while everyone is talking about what was paraded down the runway, it's the divas strutting off the runway that hold a special place in our hearts. For the full week, our photographer set up shop in Lincoln Center to capture all the fierceness. From the hottest ensembles to the most impressive shoes and accessories, you have to check out what these ladies were wearing... Here's what you had to say: Evelyn commented via Facebook: "I've always been a trendsetter and my friends follow the lead." Sandra wrote via Facebook: "I think we're all fashionable in our own way."

Street Style: Art Lovers and Fashionistas

The funny thing about art openings... you go to view the paintings, but always end up watching the people. At this week's unveiling for urban artist TMNK in New York City, there was many a pretty picture, but even more pretty ladies. From model Selita Ebanks to recording artists, fashionistas came out in full force wearing their best bags, boots and amazing coats. See what they wore and be inspired...