Valentine's Day Singles Party - CHICAGO

BUY TICKETS!

Date Auction:
Jeannette Cherie Pawula
Tsitsiki Félix
Kathryn Janicek
David Miranda
Gregory Stellatos

All auction proceeds will go to the American Heart Association

 

The Year of B!

2013 is Bey's year! There are talks of a Destiny's Child reunion, a Vogue cover, and mystery new album. This month Queen B has an an HBO documentary, half-time Superbowl performance and sexy new GQ cover. 

The GQ spread is my new gymspiration! BaddieBey!

Check Out a preview of Bey's HBO Documentary

Golden Globes 2013 - Best & Worst

Kate Hudson in Alexander McQueen 

         Fashion BEST 

Claire Danes in Atelier Versace

Jessica Alba in Oscar de la Renta 

Fashion WORST
 

Alyssa Milano

Halle Berry

Lena Durham

Holiday Gift Guide

Hola Hola!

Only three days to Christmas! Have you gotten all your shopping done? If no, have no fear! QQ is here with a great line-up of fantastic gifts for everyone. Enter the QQ Holiday Gift Guide!!

For Mom: Beautiful jewelry by Rachael Ryen Jewelry.  All pieces are made by hand and incorporate semi-precious stones. I'm partial to the citrine, and amethyst! Must Have!

Dad: Dad doesn't need another sweater or tie. Give him comfort and style with chic loafers. I live this pair from Bloomingdale's.

Brother: I love the idea of giving something that will stay with you forever, like a class -- A DJ Class! Scratch DJ Academy has just opened its doors in Chicago. Now your family parties will be THAT much better! 

Sister: You always want your insta-bestie to look her best! The Smashbox Photo Finish Color Correcting Foundation Primer – is a  miracle product! It is color-correcting, wrinkle-reducing, and dark-spot-defying! 

What are you wishing for this Christmas?!

Christmas Time travel

I'm traveling to NYC to see my family for the holidays. Can't wait to meet up with my friends.

Christmas in the city is one of my favorite things so your going to see lots of it!!

Online Dating 101

It’s hard to ignore the commercials: the wide eye couple, exchanging casual laughs and witty banter at a cool hot spot. It’s an online dating commercial. We’ve all seen them. But how do go from profile to date? As a serial online dater, here are some tips that will get you some dates!

Profile:
Your profile should give a quick snap shot of who you are! Make it light, flirty and direct. It should give your suitors a glimpse into your lifestyle and personality. Describe yourself as your friends would, but be concise and to the point. No one wants to hear about your baggage before they meet you.

The profile should follow this formula

• Who you are (in less than 7 sentences)
• What you are looking for (Ladies! Never ever put down that you are looking to “have fun.” Somehow, in a man’s mind that translates to “I want to have sex.”
• What your passion is (Lure your possible suitor with what drives you!)

Photos:
Let’s face it, when searching online dating profiles your pictures are the first line of defense! Recruit one of your closest friends of the opposite sex and go through your photos.  We are visual beings!  Illustrate your lifestyle through a carefully curated montage of photos. Include a close up of your face, a full body shot, an action shots.

Guys: Please spare the ladies from your self-portrait that you took in the bathroom. It’s not attractive and makes you look like a friendless DB.
 

Make a Connection:
So you read the profile, you are attracted to the photos, and now what?! Test the waters! Send the object of your attraction a wink or a poke. If that person reciprocates, then go ahead and start the conversation. A simple, “Thanks for the wink. Hope you’re having a good day” will do. There are lots of creepy people who will ask you strange questions. If it smells like a creepo, it probably is. Steer Clear.

Ladies: The male/female roles are more defined in online dating than in the real world. Men are hunters, if he is likes what he sees/reads, he will hunt you down and ask for a date.
 

First Date:
Before you go on your date, tell a friend who and where you're going out with. You must have a safety. Bottom line, whichever way you cut it, you are meeting a stranger.

Online first dates are a bit awkward, full of shy smiles, passing looks and (hopefully) laughs. After some back and forth on email, text and maybe a phone call, you agreed to meet to have drinks, dinner or just coffee. First dates are exploratory conversations. Do they match up to what you’ve learned so far? Are you attracted, and most importantly…Is there chemistry?! The Zsa Zsa Zsu, we are all looking for.  Not all of those questions will be answered on your first date, but if there is something there then go on another date. You will be more comfortable, and the second date is the make it or break it.

Second & Third date: If you’ve made it this far and there is still no chemistry, move on to the next one. If the sparks are flying like you’ve been hit by lighting then, go with it!

Online dating is about wearing your heart on your sleeve, having options, learning your likes and dislikes. Have fun with it, but don't it too seriously. It's all a learning experience. 

Proud to be an American

On Election night 2012, I was honored to have attended the Obama election rally in Chicago and be a part of history. I was so excited to have received this amazing opportunity. After long security lines, and on my way into the convention hall an Obama campaign staffer asked my group if we wanted to be part of the crowd of people behind POTUS (President of The United States) when he gave his re-election speech. Yes, please!

What I didn't realize was that being part of this select group also meant sitting behind the stage without TV's and little internet access. I know, I know-- but anyone would have reacted in the same way.  I managed to smuggle out of the holding area and get some of the election night action in the many events going on inside. I even mingle with some Obama supporter like Vivica Fox, Will.i.am and Star Jones (Ok. enough name dropping for one post).

The excitement was palpable when all the votes were in and President Obama walked out on stage with the first family. It was an experience I will never forget and a story I hope to tell over time. I've never felt prouder to be an American.