SOMETHING FOR THE LADIES

OKAY LADIES SO YOUR REALLY INTO THE SUPERBOWL GAME PARTIES. DON'T WORRY THANKS TO THE MELTING POT, YOU WONT' HAVE TO THINK ABOUT SOMETHING TO DO WHILE YOUR HUNNY IS ALL WRAPPED UP IN SUNDAY GAME DAY.

GATHER UP SOME OF YOUR BEST GIRLFRIENDS AND HEAD OUT TO THE MELTING POT FOR A GIRLFRIENDS GET TOGETHER...

GIRLS NIGHT OUT!

Ladies, leave the men at home to watch the Super Bowl! Grab your girlfriends and join us at either the Midtown Atlanta or Kennesaw location for our Girls Night Out on Sunday February 3rd for fondue, fun and friends. Enjoy cheese fondue, salad and chocolate fondue for $20 per person (tax and gratuity not included). We will be serving $5 Martinis all night. Seating is limited, so make your reservations today.

Midtown Atlanta 404-389-0099
Kennesaw 770-425-1411

Smoochez...The Socialista.

This week is going to be Hot......

Okay there is so much that I need to share with you guys for this week.

There are two great events happening on Tuesday, January 26th, 2008

Join UrbanSuite Entertainment for Memoirs of a Fashionista, this show should be hot.

MEMOIRS OF A FASHIONISTA: A New Beginning
Runway and Style Event

FASHIONISTA: A very fashionable person. A devotee to clothing. A person working in or deeply involved with the high-fashion industry.

A fashion inspired story like never seen before. Come and experience the artful illustration of our fashionista.

Presented By: Urban Suite Entertainment
www.urbansuiteent.com
770.990.3997

**VIP Bottle Service Available - Call 678-907-6410 for Reservations**

Drink Specials for all the STYLISH People

For Directions - Call Sutra Lounge (404) 607-1160
www.sutraloungeatl.com

(source)

If that is not your style and want to go relax and let loose. Join Essence and Sugarhill for the Lexus Lounge series at Sugarhill with Angie Stone. Sponsored by Essence and Lexus this should be one you don't want to miss.

SPECIAL EDITION OF TUESDAY JAM ANGIE STONE LIVE!!PRESENTED BY LEXUS & ESSENCE Magazine
DOORS AT 9:00PM

ANGIE STONE PERFORMS AT 10:30 SHARP!!!!

Check out her new single "Baby"

www.myspace.com/angiestonemusic

Moving along with Sugarhill, you can catch Goaeple ( www.myspace.com/goapelemusic) live at the Sugar on Thursday night. Again though you have another toss up on events to attend, because also on Thursday night is the John Legend/ Patti Labelle show.

Patti LaBelle and John Legend Concert7:30PM
Philips Arena One Philips Drive Atlanta, GA 404-878-3000
Don’t miss an exciting evening of entertainment and the chance to Do Something Good on Thursday, January 31 when the incomparable Patti LaBelle and sensational John Legend come together at Philips Arena for Hands On Atlanta’s Community Benefit Concert!

Performance. Concert proceeds benefit Hands On Atlanta community programs that transform lives and revitalize neighborhoods.

Hands On Atlanta volunteers serve with more than 500 community-based agencies and schools throughout Atlanta. Hands On Atlanta currently offers more than 1,000 opportunities to volunteer each month. Volunteers serve individually or with their families, friends or co-workers. Hands On Atlanta volunteers participate in on-going service projects that address critical needs in the following areas

Adult Literacy & Education
AIDS Support Services
Animal Support
Arts & Sciences
Children & Teens
Computers
Conservation
Disability Services
Family & Women's Services
Health & Wellness
Homelessness/Meal Service
Painting/Renovation/Repair

This year, the Hands On Atlanta Do Something Good Annual Giving Campaign presents a unique opportunity for Atlantans to partner with Hands On Atlanta to touch more lives and have a greater impact throughout the metro area than ever before. together, we can create a better Atlanta by being able to assist more nonprofit organizations and schools, cultivate more community leaders, and continue to provide great community programs that educate and inspire. (source Hands on Atlanta)
http://www.handsonatlanta.org

Buy your tickets today at Ticketmaster outlets or Ticketmaster.com. 60 percent of your ticket price is tax deductible. For more information, call 404-979-2800.

I may be a little late on this one, but I still wanted to keep you in the loop. Philadelphia-based Urban Outfitters Inc. , which sells trendy men's and women's apparel, accessories and footwear, is taking the 14,000-square-foot space at Ponce de Leon and North Highland avenues at the former MarketOne gourmet food site." Scheduled to open in February.

To me this is the perfect location for the trendy urbanites in the area.

Social Exclusives

ICON STYLE INC Announces

Due to unforeseen circumstances, the Atlanta Street Style Art Show has been postponed until further notice. Please feel free to contact us with any questions or concerns.

Thank you, ICON STYLE, INC

This is unfortunate I was really looking forward to hanging out with my favorite Tattoo artist at The City of Ink...I will keep you updated. But all is not lost there are plenty events still happening. That will keep you in the Social loop.

Look at the lineup.

Winter Wonderland at Opera Nightclub..

THE JONAS BROTHERS

Philips Arena January 26, 2008 at 9:00AMPart of 2008 NHL-All Star Weekend. Open team practices, performance by the Jonas Brothers.

Emcees are Usher, Taylor Kitsch of "Friday Night Lights" and actress Alyssa Milano. Benefits Usher's New Look Foundation. For complete list of All-Star events, see link at lower left. (source)

Smooches..........The Urbansocialista.

Hello Ladies and Gentlemen.


I got some SOCIAL exclusives to bring to you this week.

Let’s start with my fashion designers……

P.Valentine Boutique::Atlanta Designer Competition





The Competition:"CITY'S MOST LOVED DESIGNER"
P. Valentine officially prepares for their annual Valentine Campaign this February. In the spirit of Project Runway and a pursuit for new design talent, P.Valentine in conjunction with IconStyle Inc. launches its first annual "City's Most Loved Designer" competition. Emerging designers will register for a chance of a lifetime to become the "City's Most Loved Designer".Profiles of all participating designers will be posted for the city to poll on who they love the most. Although voting last for only one week, profiles will be on review for 29 days. Its fare game for all that apply and a great way to show Atlanta what you've got! Registrations opens Jan 16, 2008.
The public poll will open February 1, 2008 and close on February 8, 2008. The public will view your general profile/design and make their vote for the top 8 designers. From the top 8 designers judges will pick the final winner. Designers are chosen for the show based on submission through IconStyleinc.com and selected by some of Atlanta's most noteworthy fashion, academia & media professionals in the market.
P.Valentine requires that showcase designers have assembled their own collections and have shipped and sold at least one collection to at least one boutique or store. The shows are for designers who otherwise do not have the logistical or economic resources to mount their own professionally produced exposure event at this point in their career.
The winner of the competition will receive a signature window display and selling opportunity through P.Valentine boutique, marketing support from IconStyle Inc., a profile in BrownFashionista.com, an interview on Clutch Magazine TV, and an installation mixer privy to Atlanta's most fashion forward individuals.

Terms as follows:
1. Registration is open 1/16/08-1/24/08 12:00pm. Nonrefundable registration fee of $15.00.
2. Submission must include at minimum 6-8 ready-to-wear pieces that complete a collection.
3. Please upload as many photos necessary to give a good understanding of your collection.
4. Please submit items that you feel are a great fit for the PValentine target market.


Designer registration is serviced by: ICON STYLE, INC. By completing this form you certify that all information provided is true, that all photos are the property of you and/or you are authorized to use them. ICON STYLE does not condone counterfeit or knock off material.



Registration opens January 16, 2008- January 24, 2008REGISTER HERE NOWhttp://www.iconstyleinc.com/Join our email list for more designer information,ICON STYLEinfo@iconstyleinc.com


For event information,The Garner Circlepr@thegarnercircle.com




And for my Art lovers……………


Art Show01.26.08 7pm-11pmCity of Ink 323 Walker St. Atlanta, GA 30313

ICON STYLE has joined City of Ink (tattoo shop & gallery)to promote an event structured solely by the community."The Atlanta Street Style Art Show"The installation is inspired by Atlanta's fashion and nightlife scene. This is not a foretaste of runway trends, but the every day people around town. Its a depiction through the eyes of artist residing in the metro Atlanta area. In these neck of the woods locals take art and fashion hand-in-hand. Come discover some elaborate underground art work.






















SOURCE ICONSTYLE

Happy Monday!


In celebration of the Martin Luther King Jr.holiday me and family always try to do something to celebrate this holiday and keep the King legacy alive and well. So this year we treated ourselves to the stage play “A Song for Coretta”, playing a the 7 Stages Theater in Little 5 points. “ A Song for Coretta” is a new stage play written by Pearl Cleage and directed by Crystal Dickinson.

ABOUT THE PLAY

A new play about five women who meet in line while standing outside Ebenezer Baptist Church to pay their respects to the late Coretta Scott King. Each women gets the opportunity to tell their story how Mrs. King has affected their own lives.

A Song For Coretta runs through February 17. For the complete listing of dates, times and prices, click here .

S0 for the last couple of days Atlanta has seen some cold days and winter nights, we even got some light snow. So while I was trying to keep warm and enjoy the winter weather I took time to check some of my favorite blogs and sites, when I came across this new company called DimePiece.( http://www.dimepiecedesigns.com/PERFECT10/ )

I must say I was absolutely flawed by their designs. I can’t wait to summertime for it to warm up and I can rock some of their fabulous tees.
Designed by L.A. based duo Ashley Jones and Lara Fama, is "street chic" at its finest. With slogans like “Skinny Doesn't Always Win” and "Ain't No Wifey", this brand was created for the fearless fashionista in you. So, just what is a DimePiece?

"A DimePiece™ is a woman who appeals to her audience with genuine swag. She is a self-governing revolutionary who embodies all that is sexy. She proclaims her opinion and attitude through her adventurous dress. She is educated by the books as well as the streets. Our products are for all who want to make a statement and aren't afraid to leave the restrictions at the door. Lets be a go-getter, a kitten with claws, a fashion aficionado and a memorable individual who is essentially the perfect ten."


So what’s in the A this week……………

Scion Live Metro is back in town and this time their bringing Pharoahe Monch

Diversify your soulALMA Intercultural at Shout in Midtown
9:00PM to 3:00AM
SHOUT Restaurant & Lounge1197 Peachstreet Street - Colony Square Atlanta, Ga 404.846.2000

Diversify Your Soul!
::ALMA Intercultural - Dance, Flirt, Drink Atlanta's Ultra-Hip Latin & International Event
This ultra-hip night attracts urban fashionistas and professional alike to a 4,000-square-foot space, where they can experience an eclectic menu of sexy bites and music.
The Miami-esque rooftop complete with private Cabanas and Sushi Bars features Atlanta's elite sipping specialty cocktails and Martinis while grooving to a wide arrays of dance beats from Dj Francisco D & other Global Marquee DJs.
Free Admission - Dress Cosmopolitan - Doors open at 9pm - 21+ This event will be hosted the Last Friday of every month at Shout.

January 25, 2008 at 9:00PMThe Coca-Cola Roxy. The box office is open Monday thru Friday 11am - 4pm based on staff availability. Box office phone number is 404-233-ROXY. Will-Call Tickets: Will Call tickets can be picked up 1 hour prior to show time. Visit the box office window located outside the building with photo ID and credit card used to purchase the tickets.

2008 NHL All-Stars & Verizon Wireless presentWyclef Jean to Benefit Usher's New LookAddress: 152 Luckie Street NW, Atlanta GA 30303(1 block from Centennial Olympic Park, Philips Arena, The Georgia World Congress Center & The Georgia Dome)Phone:(404) 659-9022

The Kitty & Dick Suite

Okay so this past week I attended Micheal Knights Kitty Litter review sponsored by Hennessy. It was suppose to be a fashion show for his new lingerie line Kitty & Dick, so I thought.

Hmmm, where do I begin? It was good to see the turn out was good for this show. Micheal Knight is an Atlanta home town hero. Even though he did not win Project Runway I believe he is a likable designer. And Atlanta loves some M. Knight. The venue was Opera which was absolutely gorgeous since it's own renovations. The place was packed with a host of local celebrities ranging from D. Woods from Piddy's Making the band, Joi, D blanks celebrity photographer. Even Princess from Crime Mob came out to show some support. Word on the street is Micheal Knight could be assisting Ms. Princess with her new image since Crime Mob is no longer.

While waiting for show time. I took the time to check out some of the fly fashions in the room. Atlanta has really upped it's game for fashion. And events like this brings it all out.

So the show starts and we are introduced to Kitty Litter, an all female dance sensation that is a mixture of Pussy Cat Dolls meets the fly girls. You remember the Fly Girls from In Living Color. I totally loved the choreography of the girls, but the show itself was flat. I thought I was going to see a fashion show with lingerie instead it was more like a cabaret show displaying what I think is lingeries. Truly nothing that I would wear, while in the bedroom so I don't quite get it.

The girls although lovely I found it hard to check out the outfits. There was special guest appearances by Joi, who did a cute little number entitled "Lick". I believe this might be some new music from Joi, Tennessee Slim herself. I hope so I like it. Tweet also made an Kitty Litter appearance. Although it was good to see Tweet perform since it has been awhile since she has graced us with her angelic voice, I was a bit disappointed that she did not wow me with some new material. But all the same she was looking beautiful as ever.

Besides seeing and meeting some new and faces. The event was a big disappointment for me. I was expecting much more from Micheal Knight. I still find it hard to believe that very much planning went into the event. The show lacked substance and the flow was slow going. Besides having to wait at 10 minutes between each performance and not knowing that Hennessey was providing free cocktails until about 2 hours after our arrival. I can say that in some weird way I look forward for what Mr. Knight will produce next. From what I am hearing is that Kitty Litter performance will happen every month. I guess we will have to wait and see.

{Joi, Micheal Knight, Tweet}

{Kitty's Litter}

{Pretty, I Love New York, Makeup Artist Toni Acey}

The line, priced from about $45 to $450, is designed as both inner (inside) and outerwear with some costume touches added. It goes on sale February 14 at http://www.kittyanddick.com/.

photos courtesy of Meisha@findentertainnow.com

New Year New Things

Good Morning my fellow readers, I know it has been awhile since I last posted. Well this Socialista has been on vacation. But now I am back and I am ready to keep you in the know about our wonderful city HotLanta.


So where will the Socialista’s like myself be hanging this week?

First stop, Six Degrees Magazine’s issue release party at Thrive. Remember I told you guys about this trendy hip spot a couple months ago for their Sushi Rock Tuesday events. Well if you haven’t had the chance to swing by yet this Tuesday January 8th will be your perfect opportunity to do so.

Six Degrees will be hosting their January issue party there. One of my favorite stylish reads. My advice get there early because this little hidden gem does not hold too many, but they do keep the free Sushi following and the drink specials are yummy.

Next stop, Michael Knight fashion show location to be announced. Mr. Knight I believe will showcasing his 2008 line. You remember him he was the contestant from Project Runway that made it to the finals, but did not get the title. Atlantan’s love him so go show your support for M. Knight.

On Thursday you can check out a night of eclectic and soulful music as New Orleans native Water Seed take the stage along with Alternative Soul Rock Entourage Edenrage featuring Chanda Mcknight. Special guest Okeeba Jubala ensures the night has a little of everything to offer as the styles range from jazz, funk, soul, and rock, to spoken word, acoustic and classical. $10.00 admission
Hosted by The Five Spot, http://www.fivespot-atl.com/

8:00PM to 11:00PM
The 5 Spot1123 Euclid Ave.Atlanta, GA 404-223-1100

Hang out and listen to some live Latin music while sipping on tropical and Latin inspired cocktails at the New Loca Luna Grand Opening. The New Loca Luna In Midtown is now located at 550 Amsterdam Ave NE Atlanta, Ga 30306. Free Admission - Party starts at 9pm
http://www.loca-luna.com/


I will keep you updated for anymore changes throughout the week……..

Smoochez.