Another dinner party!!

I really enjoy them!!

Brie and Ashlee are such pretty gals!

Shamekia and I! I heart her preggers behind... She's a beauty!

Alex and I

So since i've been home my friends and family has occupied my time. I have enjoyed myself since i've been home, I just been relaxing and I'm loving it! Back to Houston on Tuesday, i'm so ready though!

Alexander Wang an upcoming young designer!!

The California Native moved to New York at the age of 18 to attend Parsons Design School. During his sophomore year, Alex had already started designing his first collection. Wang launched his full Womens collection in 2007, selling internationally to over 200 boutique and retail stores. In 2008 Alexander Wang followed by a launch of his full accessories collection. Now at 25 Alex resides in New York City's Lower Eastside, where there is never a shortage of inspiration in music, life, reality, and culture. In 2008, Alexander Wang received top honors as the recipient of the Vogue/CFDA fund; and in 2009, he was recognized by his peers with his second nomination for the CFDA Swarovski Womens Wear designer of the Year Award.

Wangs Style is unique and different, and stands out. Not in a bad way, but in a simply cute way. Anna Wintour said his designs have a huge impact on Vogue. Congrats Alex, and keep up the good work!

Alexander Wang Design's obviously caught Rihanna or her stylist eye. This is one of his designs from his Pre-Fall 2009 Collection. For contact and store locations check out www.alexanderwang.com

Anna Wintour on Leaving Vogue, Fur, and Model Covers

While Conde Nast chairman Si Newhouse is off in Europe, prompting rumors that something big is on the horizon, Anna Wintour sat down with Jonathan Tisch for a public chat last night. PETA members peppered the audience, heckling Wintour with shouts of "This woman skins animals alive!" Before they were removed from the room, Anna replied, "Fur is still a part of fashion, so Vogue will continue to report on it."

The discussion covered a number of topics, including the Internet — Wintour said that Vogue.com, which has been noticeably increasing in content the past couple of months, will "break out on our own" from Style.com next year. She also mentioned that Andre Leon Talley, who recently started a blog for Vogue.com, Talley Ho!, was initially dragged kicking and screaming to the Web, saying he wasn't into the modern world, but now loves blogging. Some highlights, including a hint at the next cover, from the chat — more at The Cut:

You've said it's time to move on from a job when you get too angry. Are you getting to the point where you're thinking about other options?
Well, mostly I'm thinking about the next day. I think that I have the best job in the entire world. To be honest, I don't think I'd be very good at anything else!

So will we be seeing more models and less celebrities on the cover of Vogue?
Well, tomorrow is another day. We'll never know. But we certainly do have a model tied to the next issue, yes.

How do you go about hiring people for Vogue?
I really hire on instinct, and I look for people who are going to disagree with me. I think personalities like André Leon Talley and Hamish Bowles are really important to the magazine. Some people talk about lots of market research, but I've never really believed in that.

What's the role of department-store directors now?
We work together. Both department stores and Vogue have really struggled with designers' inability to understand global warming. The fact that they think a woman wants to wear triple cashmere and felt, hairy fabric in the middle of June or July — we go in and say, 'Maybe this isn't the smartest idea.'

If you could pick one cover or one face that describes Vogue, what or who would it be?
I have very fond memories of my first cover of Vogue, which was a girl named Michaela Berçu wearing a Christian Lacroix couture T-shirt and Guess blue jeans. And I remember that cover with great promise, because I feel that it meant something's changing, something's different. My first cover is my favorite cover.

Lauren Conrad is Irreplaceable

Lauren Conrad

VS

Kristin Cavallari

Rumors have been circulating for weeks that former Laguna Beach star Kristin Cavallari was in talks to replace Lauren Conrad on The Hills. Now, EW can exclusively confirm that Cavallari will indeed be starring in MTV’s reality series. The 22-year old’s first appearance will be the May 31st season finale (she catches the bouquet at Heidi and Spencer’s wedding, natch) and she’ll appear in 10 episodes this fall. Cavallari, now a budding actress, is fully prepared to stir things up. “It’s a TV show,” she explains. “I’m not going into it like, ‘I’m going to make great friendships with these people.’ It’s work! And drama sells. I think that’s why they’re bringing me in, because I know what works.” Cavallari had plenty more to reveal in her exclusive interview with EW.

On why she’s coming back to reality TV:
“The goal for me is to get my fans excited about me again. When I first started out, I had a celebrity name but I didn’t have the acting skills I have now. If I have some buzz with my name again, I feel like it will only help.”

On rumors that producers are plotting a romance between her and Justin Bobby (which The Hills producers deny):
“I have no idea! [laughs] I don’t think MTV would be like, ‘Oh you’re dating him now. This is your boyfriend.’ But they might try and set up situations. I’m totally cool with that. Again, it’s a TV show and they need to make it entertaining.”

On how her version of The Hills will differ from Lauren’s:
“I’m a completely different person than Lauren. I have a lot more energy. I’m more outgoing. I’m a little more spontaneous. And she has a boyfriend so she’s not dating on the show. I’m very open to dating and finding a guy.”

On introducing Heidi and Spencer:
“It’s so funny. I guess it was 4 years ago. I was dating Brody [Jenner] and Spencer was Brody’s best friend. I had known Heidi when she was friends with Lauren when we were still filming Laguna Beach. Heidi was like, ‘Hook me up with someone. I wanna meet a guy.’ And Brody and I were kinda like, ‘Well, maybe Spencer?’ We’ll see what happens.’ So we all went on a double date and they just hit it off right away and now they’re married.”

For more from Cavallari, including her reunion with Laguna frenemy Lauren and her relationship with the rest of the cast, and to hear how producers plan to “put a new spin” on The Hills next fall, pick up the latest issue of Entertainment Weekly hitting stands this Friday.

Source: hollywoodinsider.ew.com

My Thoughts:

I'm definitely not okay with this considering the spin off was to be about Lauren Conrad who I love dearly. I just was so over Kristin being so manipulative in Laguna Beach. She did so much dirt to even her friends on the show. I think Lauren did a damn good job on the show, however I think she kind of wants her life back. Kristin whom haven't done too much of anything and probably needs some kind of career to support her. Acting just isn't her so if she needs money I guess... but they need to change the name! Because The Hills is NOT The Hills without Lauren Conrad. Lauren you're amazing You did a great job during your time with The Hills. I hope you do a follow up episode with somethings that are going on in your life!! Until then... I'll just be follow your twitter!

Houston's Premium Outlets

My Friend Chantal and I!!

It's Wednesday, We're bored.... Let's go see what's on sale!! LOL

Mail ALERT!! Mail ALERT!!

So first of all I never had a response about relationship problems. However, I received an email from a young lady whose having relationship problems. It read....

Hi Carlton!
I've liked this guy for a long time, but he never really noticed me. We first started chilling when he came to my job and we've been hitting it off for like 6 months now. The problem comes, because he have yet asked me to be his girlfriend. I normally do not just hook up with guys if we're not dating, but I had to have him. It sucks because I hate to see him talking to other girls, but I can't really get mad because he's not mine. When we first started chilling he would answer my phone calls, and text messages. Now he only texts and call me at night at night, and never during the day. I don't know what I did wrong. What should I do?

My Response:
First off you should never start off a relationship with sex, there's no way possible it could last. When you first meet a guy you want them to get to know you. That way the will and shall respect you. I mean if someone don't know you, how could they give a damn about you? It sounds to me that you guys are just a hook up. At least to him that's how he see you. At this point I doubt if he care to know anymore about you. I think at the beginning of a relationship you kind of establish the relation you will have in the future! So now you know, talk first and sex later. There's so much more to a relationship than sex. Sex brings the joy to a relationship, it's kind of like the little something extra once you've known someone. I hope my advice helps you out for future relationships.

LEAVE COMMENTS PEOPLE!!

-Carlton Lockett

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Keeping up with Carlton!!

Quote of the Post:
"The secret of joy in work is contained in one word - excellence. To know how to do something well is to enjoy it." -Pearl S. Buck

Hey Guys,
Oh Gosh! I know it's been a while since I've updated, but this past week with school has been very very busy. I had all of my finals last week which I did fantastic on! I took 15 credit hours this semester and I think my grades should be 3 A's and 2 B's!! Say good job Carlton!! I can honestly say I actually worked hard this semester. I love my major so much because it's my passion. I was going to go out this weekend and celebrate, but I decided to chill and go shopping since one of my good friends came down from my hometown. I really enjoyed myself, because it felt like old times. I really did not like fact that I had to miss Mother's Day with my Mom today!! :-( I was really sad that I couldn't be with my family! Everyone enjoyed themselves and it made me very sad. I've been going to the gym lately! I feel very accomplished because the pounds are dropping off me!! Well i'm going to go for now I will catch you up a little more later!

-Carlton Lockett

Happy Birthday 34th Kimora Lee Simmons!!

The Fashion Mogul, and Mother of 2 and one on the way turned 34 today! "I consider myself to be one of the black women in fashion who made it," Simmons said. You go on then with your bad self!! She still looks good, keep up the good work!!

10 Random Things

1. My co-worker found it amazing that she could stick her fist in her mouth.
2. Ashlee came and visited this weekend.
3. This girl was in Wal-Mart shopping and brought a dirty Nike shoe in to see if it matched the tank top she wanted.
4. I'm ready for the weekend.
5. I'm so bummed when it comes to school.
6. I'm addicted to my BlackBerry.
7. I have a taste for Cold stones ice cream, preferably strawberry shortcake.
8. I hope Josh gets to come down and visit this upcoming weekend.
9. I'm not going to be with my Mom for Mother's Day. :-( first time ever!! Thanks stupid finals and being 5 hours away from home.
10. I feel GREAT!!

HUSH... It's kind of a big deal!

Quote of the post:
"To value his own good opinion, a child has to feel that he is a worthwhile person. He has to have confidence in himself as an individual." -Sidonie Gruenberg

When most of my friends have problems in their life. I try to reach out to them with a little of advice!! My good friend Ashlee came to Houston to visit me. So we decided to go to the movies to see Obsessed, which is an amazing film I must say. I really enjoy her because we always get to catch up. I'm just sad that she's not moving to Houston anymore to further her education. Instead she'll be at the University of Arkansas in Fayettville! 10 hours away from me. Over all good movie I would go see it again. If you are wondering where I got my title for this post well let me tell you. BJ Coleman is a Journalist, Publicist, and Television Personality. He has worked for major celebrities and others fashion companies, and now has his own company. BJ is a beast at what he does, he's phenomenal. He's one of my inspirations because I want to do all of this. He was currently at Club Hush here in Houston which is about 10 miles from my home. I wanted to meet him, but I found out at the last minute on TWITTER. So it would've been too late. No I'm not a stalker but we're in the same profession so I figured that would be great. That's why HUSH was a big deal tonight! Somehow I will figure out how to get him on our panel next year for our media conference. Well I'm going to sleep people I'm trying to make this Dean's list and I have tons of homework! As my Aunt Teresa always say "Check you later!" LOL



-Carlton Lockett