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Brandy & Monica- Style That Endures

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2 months ago

20 September 2025

Brandy and Monica have always been more than music. In the ’90s, they set trends with their looks just as much as with their songs. Decades later, they continue to inspire proving that style and presence don’t fade with time.

Brandy’s box braids became one of her signature looks and influenced many fans in the ’90s. She frequently paired chokers with denim, blending casual pieces with glam accents. The look complemented her soft vocal delivery and approachable image. She looked relatable, but you could tell she was a star.

Monica walked a different path. While Brandy leaned softer, Monica’s looks tended toward the bold. She favored leather jackets, sharp tailoring, and striking silhouettes always presented with confidence. Her looks were strong, unapologetic, and a little rebellious, a fitting reflection to her powerhouse vocals.

Brandy offered the sweetness, while Monica delivered the strength. Together, they showed two sides of ’90s Black girlhood. Today, both women retain that signature energy, now presented with greater maturity. Brandy often favors elegant gowns and tailored suiting. She’s often seen in long gowns or clean-cut suits that show her as a classic R&B star. Monica, on the other hand, keeps things more street and modern, pairing sneakers with designer outfits.

Now, their signature styles are about to take the spotlight again. When “The Boy Is Mine Tour” begins on October 16, 2025, Fans will get to see the energy of two women who shaped the ’90s and see how their presence still feels fresh today. It’s more than a concert; it’s an opportunity to watch Brandy and Monica share a stage, each bringing her own style, sound and story.

In London, a quiet romance is said to be developing between Coldplay frontman Chris Martin and actress Sophie Turner . While neither has made a public statement, this is a compelling story of two Brits, both freshly single.

“They have gone out on a few dates in London,” Us Weekly reported. “It is still very new, but they have a lot of chemistry, and there’s a definite spark between them.”

They also emphasized: “The two have a lot in common, and Chris is definitely her type. They have bonded over being British and their love for music.”

Beautiful Sophia Turner — Instagram

Interestingly, this isn’t the first time Turner has expressed admiration for Martin. In a resurfaced clip, her ex-husband Joe Jonas is heard saying, “I have someone who wants to say happy birthday,’ to which Sophie exclaims, ‘It’s Chris Martin!” And Turner has previously admitted that she has long admired Martin.

Martin, meanwhile, just ended an eight-year relationship with actress Dakota Johnson and called off their engagement in June.

Turner, too, has endured a difficult year. She finalized her divorce from Joe Jonas in 2024 and broke up with British aristocrat Peregrine Pearson in September 2025 after a short relationship.

Cold Play Christ Martin — Pinterest @ Lisa Kilanowski

What makes their connection more personal is not just the fame component, it’s also the feeling of authenticity: two creative people, each changing their life, coming together because of their shared background, and mutual understanding. “It was always friendly… she used to have a bit of a crush on him, so it’s funny and surreal that they actually connected in a romantic way in real life.”

Whether it develops further remains uncertain, but for now, Martin and Turner are reportedly spending time together.

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Ariana Grande Brings Vintage Hollywood to the Wicked: For Good Paris Premiere

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2 days ago

8 November 2025

Jennifer Chisom

Ariana Grande at the Paris Premiere of Wicked:For Good. Photo Credit: GC photos

Diamond gown at the Wicked: For Good Paris premiere, blending classic Hollywood with modern grace.

Two-time Grammy Award winner and American actress, Ariana Grande attended the Paris Premiere on the 7th of November 2025 at the Le Grand Rex cinema.

Wicked: For Good held premiere events across four cities: São Paulo on the 4th, Paris on the 7th and London, Singapore and New York City on the 10th, 13th and 17th respectively ahead of the movie’s global release on the 21st of November, 2025.

Ariana Grande for the Premiere of the sequel in France. Photo Credit: GC Photos

Wicked: For Good is the highly anticipated sequel to Wicked released in 2024. It is a film written by Winnie Holzman and Dana Fox and directed by Jon M. Chu.

Alongside Ariana, cast members from the film were in attendance including Michelle Yeoh, Jonathan Bailey, Jeff Goldblum and director John M. Chu.

Ariana, who missed the premiere at São Paulo, made up for it with a vintage-inspired look.

She wore a black floor-length 1950s Lili Diamond design sourced from Beverly Hills boutique Timeless Vixen and was chosen by her stylist, Law Roach.

Ariana Grande at the Paris Premiere of Wicked:For Good. Photo Credit: GC photos

The black dress featured a concealed corset with floral designs, spaghetti straps and a flowing cape with blush pink lining.

Her hair was styled in a voluminous updo with soft makeup. She accessorized with black pumps and delicate diamond stud earrings.

Ariana Grande for the Premiere of the sequel in France

The look, inspired by classic Hollywood style, reflected Glinda’s character in both the Wicked movie and its sequel.

Ariana’s look for the Paris Premiere was a nod to her theatrical role and also a display of mid-century glamour showcased her evolution and ability to blend youthful style with refined detail.

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Kendall Jenner Hosts Intimate Beach Party for Her 30th Birthday

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4 days ago

6 November 2025

Jennifer Chisom

Kendall Jenner celebrates her 30th birthday with an intimate beach party on Mustique Island surrounded by family and close friends.

American model and media personality, Kendall Jenner hosted an intimate beach party on November 3, 2025, to mark her 30th birthday.

The party was held on an exclusive island on Mustique, a favorite vacation spot for the Kardashian-Jenner family.

The exclusive Mustique Island where Jenner celebrated her 30th birthday – Instagram

Notable guests that attended included Kris Jenner, Kylie, Khloè and Kim along with friends Justine Skye and Hailey Bieber who attended with her husband, Justin Bieber. Kourtney and Rob were notably absent.

The colour theme had touches of pink, brown, and black, with each guest dressed in fitted, statement pieces.

The Kardashian-Jenner sisters at Jenner's birthday party

The Kardashian-Jenner family at Jenner’s birthday party – Instagram

Jenner wore a silk crisscross top with a matching printed skirt. Kim wore a strapless corset gown, Kylie chose a baby-pink halter dress, Kris opted for a tiger-print maxi gown, while Khloé went with a black bodycon mini dress with cutouts.

Jenna and her sister, Kim Kardashian at her birthday party – Instagram

She shared her birthday pictures on Instagram with a simple caption “30”. The images offered glimpses of the celebration including the pose in front of metallic balloons on the sand that read: Happy Birthday Kendall.

The evening featured a firework display over the water, bottles of Château Haut-Brion from 1995 the year Jenner was born and a white cake decorated with black ribbons, tall candles, and miniature bottles of Kendall’s 818 Tequila.