tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2536872257481320719Tue, 14 Oct 2014 13:03:56 +0000BeautyFashionFall 2013File Under: BeautySpring 2013Spring 2014CHIC CHOCOLATENarsmodern beautyEditorialMAC CosmeticsArtistryArtistry CosmeticsBobbi BrownFall 2014Hair DiariesL'OrealNatural HairNew York Fashion WeekRunway Beauty TrendsArtistry Tinted MoisturizerCat EyesChic Chocolate PlaylistDiva on DeckErykah BaduEssieEstee LauderFile Under: FashionFile Under: Hair CareFlawless FoundationGiveawayGlamglowHourglass CosmeticsIllamasquaIman Skin Tone Evener BB CremeJimmy ChooLanvinLupina Nyong'oMACMarc Jacobs BeautyMarch 2014MaybellineNail CollectionsParis Fashion WeekReviewRihannaSkincareSummer BeautyThe Modern Beauty SeriesTrends20143.1 Philip LimAJ CrimsonALLURE MAGAZINEAforAdrienneAlabaster NailsAlber ElbazAlexander McQueenAlexandre HerchcovitchAlfre WoodwardAna DuVernayAperlaiApril 2013Artistry Light Up Lip GlossAugust 9 LaunchBODY MAKEUPBRIDAL MAKEUPBRIDESBangsBeauty BloggersBeauty CollaborationBeauty 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BALMSLUXE EYESHADOW PALETTESLancomeLaura MercierLondon Fashion WeekMAC Pro ToolsMODEL BETTY ADEWOLEMUAsMake Up For EverMakeup ArtistMakeup ArtistsMakeup Artists ToolsMakeup ChatMasterclass BrushesMatte SkinMay 2013Maybelline Eyestudio Color TattooMetro Makeup SymposiumMichael KorsMilan Fashion WeekMiu MiuMotion Natural Textures Heat Styled ProductsMotions Heat Styled Straight Finish SealerMousse Transformative FoundationMovingMusicNARS COSMETICSNUXENYX CosmeticsNaomi CampbellNars Ethnos RunNaturalNew Chic ChocolateNiki MontyNownessNya BeautyNyasha MatonhodzePRTTY PEAUSHUNPantonePantone Color 2014Part One Liquid For Deep Dark SkinPearl SpaPerfection Powder Featherweight FinishPersonal Hill Capitol HillPierre HardyPlumPrabul GurungPrevise Care Skin CarePro BrushesProenza SchoulerQUEENRachel ComeyRadiant OrchidRe(Marc) Full Coverage ConcealerReady To WearRelaxed HairRevenge Wears PradaRiccardo TisciRihRimmelRiri Loves MACRoche Salon GeorgetownSHOE TRENDSSephoraSolange KnowlesSondra Lewis BeautySpringSummer 2013TANGERING LIPSTEN THINGSTHE NAIL FILESTOM FORD MAKEUP COLLECTION SPRING 2014TOP TENTRISH MCEVOYThe DoorThe Glam SquadThe Steal and The SplurgeTheresa FrancineTom Ford CosmeticsTom Ford Neroli PortofinoTransitioning from relaxed to naturalTwiggyUnder $10Urban DecayVictoria BeckhamViktor and RolfVince CamutoVioletVisualVivienne WestwoodVogue BrazilVogue MagazineVogue NetherlandsW HotelWEDDINGSWe Are FrendsWinnersYSLYSL La Laque Couture Tie and Dye Nail Lacquerelf cosmeticsnaturalitySINCE 2008http://chicchocolatedc.blogspot.com/noreply@blogger.com (SONDRA @ CHIC CHOCOLATE)Blogger82125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2536872257481320719.post-8743035311325575563Sun, 30 Mar 2014 22:03:00 +00002014-03-30T18:05:58.029-04:00CHIC CHOCOLATEMoving For quite some time, I’ve been wanting to do something different with my blog.  Although I haven’t been blogging as much as I’d like to lately, I am always thinking of making it better and more interesting.  After looking at countless of other blogs that have inspired me, I decided to move Chic Chocolate to Wordpress.  Yes, I’ve drank the Kool-Aid and it taste really good.   Chic Chocolate will http://chicchocolatedc.blogspot.com/2014/03/the-future-of-chic-chocolate.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (SONDRA @ CHIC CHOCOLATE)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2536872257481320719.post-7733626279813183041Thu, 06 Mar 2014 13:27:00 +00002014-03-06T08:27:41.339-05:00Fall 2014London Fashion WeekVivienne Westwood Love that green dress spotted on the second model!http://chicchocolatedc.blogspot.com/2014/03/fall-2014-preview-vivienne-westwood.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (SONDRA @ CHIC CHOCOLATE)1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2536872257481320719.post-6011737968360090542Wed, 05 Mar 2014 01:50:00 +00002014-03-04T20:57:01.292-05:00Fall 2014GucciMilan Fashion Week I am so in love with these blushy pink and deep burgundy colors and textures that walked down the runway at Gucci for Milan Fashion Week!  Now I need to figure out how to incorporate more if these colors into my wardrobe. http://chicchocolatedc.blogspot.com/2014/03/fall-2014-preview-gucci-girls.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (SONDRA @ CHIC CHOCOLATE)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2536872257481320719.post-7564725270117739140Mon, 03 Mar 2014 20:24:00 +00002014-03-03T15:24:13.230-05:00BeautyNya BeautyReviewSkincare A few weeks ago I was approached to try a new local skin care line, Nya Beauty.  This skin care line is an organic three piece line specifically created for those who deal with combo/oily skin. As someone who actually has oily skin, this piqued my interest. The line consisted of the Clarifying Cranberry Cleanser (3.3 fl. oz for $16), a Purifying Toner (2 fl. oz for $10), and a Mattifying http://chicchocolatedc.blogspot.com/2014/03/review-nya-beauty.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (SONDRA @ CHIC CHOCOLATE)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2536872257481320719.post-5839464565303556170Sat, 22 Feb 2014 12:00:00 +00002014-02-22T07:00:07.446-05:00BeautyEditorialFashionMarch 2014RihRihannaVogue Magazine  Simply love it!           http://chicchocolatedc.blogspot.com/2014/02/rihanna-for-vogue-magazine-march-2014.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (SONDRA @ CHIC CHOCOLATE)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2536872257481320719.post-7083274541829867236Wed, 19 Feb 2014 13:00:00 +00002014-02-19T08:00:10.744-05:00CHIC CHOCOLATEFashionFashion Quotes @CHICCHOCOLATE http://chicchocolatedc.blogspot.com/2014/02/chic-chocolate-fashion-quote-1.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (SONDRA @ CHIC CHOCOLATE)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2536872257481320719.post-3099543010168065494Fri, 14 Feb 2014 20:42:00 +00002014-02-14T15:43:06.788-05:00BeautyMAC CosmeticsProenza Schouler This "ombre-inspired" Proenza Schouler collection is sure to sell out once it hits the MAC Counter in April.  According to Style.com, the line will contain Ombre Face Powders, Lipsticks, Pro Longwear Eye Liners and Lip Pencils, Nail Lacquers, and a 129SE Powder Brush .  I am already loving the ombre blush compact.  Can't wait to see it when it hits the stores!http://chicchocolatedc.blogspot.com/2014/02/beauty-sneak-peek-proenza-schouler-for.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (SONDRA @ CHIC CHOCOLATE)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2536872257481320719.post-3555100546149442806Thu, 13 Feb 2014 16:51:00 +00002014-02-13T12:04:58.642-05:00ALLURE MAGAZINEBeautyEditorialNyasha Matonhodze   http://chicchocolatedc.blogspot.com/2014/02/beauty-editorial-nyasha-matonhodze-for.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (SONDRA @ CHIC CHOCOLATE)1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2536872257481320719.post-71382263022908674Tue, 11 Feb 2014 12:00:00 +00002014-02-11T07:32:10.922-05:00BeautyRunway Beauty TrendsSpring 2014TANGERING LIPSWhile NYFW A/W 2014 is wrapping up sometime this week and London, Milan, and Paris will be coming soon, let’s focus our attention on the beauty trends to come for spring / summer 2014!  As evidenced from the photos above, orange lips are the way to go for the coming season.  In bold textures, like a full on matte or a color-saturated cream, tangerine lips will be all the rage.  Orange made a hugehttp://chicchocolatedc.blogspot.com/2014/02/beauty-trend-report-spring-summer-2014.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (SONDRA @ CHIC CHOCOLATE)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2536872257481320719.post-8033209879275863636Sun, 09 Feb 2014 23:25:00 +00002014-02-09T18:32:10.418-05:00Alexandre HerchcovitchBeautyCarmen Marc ValvoCostello TagliapietraCushnie Et OchsFall 2014MAC CosmeticsNew York Fashion Week New York Fashion Week began officially February 6th.  Here are some of the beauty looks created by MAC Cosmetics for the Costello Tagliapietra, Alexandre, Herchcovitch, Carmen Marc Valvo, & Cushnie Et Ochs shows, respectively.  Judging from the looks pictured, the beauty focus for the Costello Tagliapietra and Alexandre Herchcovitch shows is flawlessly dewy skin, natural lips with an emphasis http://chicchocolatedc.blogspot.com/2014/02/beauty-looks-from-new-york-fashion.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (SONDRA @ CHIC CHOCOLATE)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2536872257481320719.post-1996842967309162933Wed, 05 Feb 2014 20:31:00 +00002014-02-05T15:31:46.608-05:00Glamour MagazineLupina Nyong'oMarch 2014 <!--[if gte mso 9]> Normal 0 false false false EN-US X-NONE X-NONE MicrosoftInternetExplorer4 <![endif]--> <!--[if gte mso 9]> http://chicchocolatedc.blogspot.com/2014/02/fashions-favorite-it-girl-lupita-nyongo.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (SONDRA @ CHIC CHOCOLATE)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2536872257481320719.post-1751644938642841105Wed, 05 Feb 2014 20:10:00 +00002014-02-05T15:18:22.881-05:00BeautyMODEL BETTY ADEWOLETOM FORD MAKEUP COLLECTION SPRING 2014 <!--[if gte mso 9]> Normal 0 false false false EN-US X-NONE X-NONE MicrosoftInternetExplorer4 <![endif]--> <!--[if gte mso 9]> http://chicchocolatedc.blogspot.com/2014/02/tom-ford-makeup-collection-spring-2014.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (SONDRA @ CHIC CHOCOLATE)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2536872257481320719.post-267542883931003452Thu, 30 Jan 2014 18:18:00 +00002014-01-30T16:52:13.460-05:00BeautyConceal Full Cover Correcting BrushMarc Jacobs BeautyMousse Transformative FoundationPerfection Powder Featherweight FinishRe(Marc) Full Coverage ConcealerSpring 2014 Hipster cool designer, Marc Jacobs’ spring 2014 new collection of beauty products from his cosmetics line includes six new matte lips shades, a new brush, powder, and the stars of the new collection a new cream to powder foundation and concealer. Let me just say that I’ve always been a lipstick fanatic, but my appetite for great foundations is off the chart! Although, I have not tried it http://chicchocolatedc.blogspot.com/2014/01/marc-jacobs-beauty-spring-2014.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (SONDRA @ CHIC CHOCOLATE)1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2536872257481320719.post-690364814424634173Mon, 27 Jan 2014 14:24:00 +00002014-01-27T09:24:05.820-05:00BeautyMAC CosmeticsMAC Pro ToolsMakeup ArtistsMakeup Artists ToolsMasterclass Brushes <!--[if gte mso 9]> Normal 0 false false false EN-US X-NONE X-NONE MicrosoftInternetExplorer4 <![endif]--><!--[if gte mso 9]> http://chicchocolatedc.blogspot.com/2014/01/beauty-school-101-mac-masterclass-brush.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (SONDRA @ CHIC CHOCOLATE)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2536872257481320719.post-8787907719217009804Tue, 31 Dec 2013 17:44:00 +00002013-12-31T12:44:34.383-05:002014Happy New Year Happy New Year to all! 2013 has been a crazy year for me and my beloved blog. I haven't been posting as much as I would have liked, but would like to say thank you to all who still keep Chic Chocolate on your radar. With a new year comes a fresh start. Chic Chocolate is on to bigger and better things. Posting will be sparse for now, but looking to do some fun things for 2014. Thank you forhttp://chicchocolatedc.blogspot.com/2013/12/happy-new-year-from-chic-chocolate.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (SONDRA @ CHIC CHOCOLATE)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2536872257481320719.post-3283156260704242448Mon, 16 Dec 2013 17:24:00 +00002013-12-16T12:24:55.997-05:00BeautyBeyonceFashionMusicVisual As you may well know by now that Beyonce dropped a new visual CD Friday much to the surprise of her fans and haters alike. I’ve liked Beyonce, but I don’t own any of her music. I do have a Destiny’s Child CD and I saw them in concert back in 2005. I’ve enjoyed Beyonce’s music, was never compelled to purchase any of her music. My tastes leans more towards the Erykah Badu/Jill Scott variety. http://chicchocolatedc.blogspot.com/2013/12/beyonces-visual-music.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (SONDRA @ CHIC CHOCOLATE)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2536872257481320719.post-6910940601977659913Thu, 12 Dec 2013 14:53:00 +00002013-12-12T09:53:50.772-05:00BeautyErykah BaduFashionGivenchyRiccardo TisciSpring 2014 We've known all along that Erykah Badu is a style icon in a class all by herself. And she makes no apology for it nor is she religated to fit into anyone's mold of what beauty is. She is a chameleon. Smitten by Ms. Badu's certain charm and regalness, Givenchy designer, Riccardo Tisci, is creating much buzz in the fashion world by featuring Ms. Badu in the storied fashion house's Spring 2014 http://chicchocolatedc.blogspot.com/2013/12/erykah-badu-for-givenchy.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (SONDRA @ CHIC CHOCOLATE)1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2536872257481320719.post-5896020655082758742Fri, 06 Dec 2013 17:39:00 +00002013-12-06T12:52:58.597-05:00BeautyPantonePantone Color 2014Prabul GurungRadiant OrchidSpring 2014 <!--[if gte mso 9]> Normal 0 false false false EN-US X-NONE X-NONE MicrosoftInternetExplorer4 <![endif]--> <!--[if gte mso 9]> http://chicchocolatedc.blogspot.com/2013/12/pantone-color-2014-radiant-orchid.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (SONDRA @ CHIC CHOCOLATE)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2536872257481320719.post-5129310440069428327Wed, 04 Dec 2013 01:58:00 +00002013-12-03T21:03:45.169-05:00BeautyDujour MagazineLupina Nyong'oNatural Hair Newcomer, Lupina Nyong’o pulled an amazing performance in this year’s most talked about film, 12 Years A Slave.  But even more so, it’s so refreshing to see this Mexican-born, African-raised beauty take center stage in the beauty and fashion realm as she is the cover girl for the Winter 2013 edition of Dujour Magazine!  With her dark deep rich ebony skin and short, neatly coifed natural, Ms. http://chicchocolatedc.blogspot.com/2013/12/lupina-nyongo-for-dujour-magazine.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (SONDRA @ CHIC CHOCOLATE)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2536872257481320719.post-6310171082033922808Wed, 06 Nov 2013 17:52:00 +00002013-11-06T13:04:57.070-05:00BeautyBODY MAKEUPBRIDAL MAKEUPBRIDESmodern beautyPRTTY PEAUSHUNWEDDINGS When doing makeup for brides and women in general, the body is often neglected, especially, when wearing skin-revealing dresses and other outfits. What good does it do to have a face "beat to the gawds" and a not-so-smooth body complextion? For years, hiding and smoothing body imperfections like left over scars, slight bruises or just achieving even toned skin took mixing and matching the http://chicchocolatedc.blogspot.com/2013/11/review-oh-so-pretty-in-prtty-peaushun.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (SONDRA @ CHIC CHOCOLATE)4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2536872257481320719.post-8983466964467337686Tue, 05 Nov 2013 15:03:00 +00002013-11-05T10:03:15.757-05:00NownessSolange Knowles On Collaboration: Solange Knowles x Toyin Odutola on Nowness.comhttp://chicchocolatedc.blogspot.com/2013/11/style-maker-solange-knowles-seen-on.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (SONDRA @ CHIC CHOCOLATE)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2536872257481320719.post-2431904036793426610Fri, 11 Oct 2013 04:16:00 +00002013-10-11T01:24:06.137-04:00BeautyGUY BOURDINHOLIDAY 2014NARS COSMETICS Last year’s Andy Warhol Holiday collection for Nars Cosmetics was a HUGE success for the cult beauty brand and they are looking to cash in on the artistic genius of photographer, Guy Bourdin for Holiday 2013. Influence heavily by Guy Bourdin, Francois Nars, will introduce a collection of bold and uncompromising shades of yummy goodness for the coming holiday season.  And if the photo above is http://chicchocolatedc.blogspot.com/2013/10/holiday-2013-at-nars-guy-bourdin.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (SONDRA @ CHIC CHOCOLATE)2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2536872257481320719.post-4243661708483235458Thu, 03 Oct 2013 00:16:00 +00002013-10-02T20:35:39.596-04:00Artistry CosmeticsBobbi BrownFall 2013IllamasquaLUXE EYESHADOW PALETTESTom Ford Cosmetics As fall approaches, it’s definitely time to put away the neon brights and pastels of the past season.  Invite a little mystery and intrigue into your beauty routine with these delicious eye shadow palettes created just for those cool days and sultry nights.  With cues taken straight from the runway, each palette offers something from the naturalist to the beauty aficionado. /1/ Illamasqua @ http://chicchocolatedc.blogspot.com/2013/10/modern-beauty-luxe-eyeshadow-palettes.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (SONDRA @ CHIC CHOCOLATE)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2536872257481320719.post-6045955445023303807Wed, 02 Oct 2013 14:19:00 +00002013-10-02T10:19:13.699-04:00LanvinParis Fashion WeekSpring 2014 Metallic goodies to be had at Lanvin!!  Love this!!http://chicchocolatedc.blogspot.com/2013/10/pfw-spring-2014-metallic-love-at-lanvin.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (SONDRA @ CHIC CHOCOLATE)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2536872257481320719.post-2241587202197588681Wed, 02 Oct 2013 02:35:00 +00002013-10-02T19:00:17.770-04:00ChanelFashionGallery GirlsParis Fashion WeekSpring 2014 Loved this collection for Chanel.  Definitely art-inspired fashions that only Chanel can do!  Beauty breakdown coming soon! http://chicchocolatedc.blogspot.com/2013/10/pfw-spring-2014-gallery-girls-at-chanel.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (SONDRA @ CHIC CHOCOLATE)0