The Sophisticate Chronicles

Jamie is Back with Drake!! Story of a lot of our Love Lives. .This is definitely a Jam to add to your playlist. Enjoy

Black Enterprise Women of Power Summit Hosted by State Farm Feb. 23–26, 2011 The Ritz-Carlton, Orlando, Grande Lakes Orlando, Florida REMEMBER WHEN EVERYTHING WAS POSSIBLE? Reclaim your power today at the 2011 Black Enterprise Women of Power Summit hosted by State Farm. This inspirational, four-day executive leadership summit is designed especially for powerful women like you! Our executive leadership sessions provide expert advice on how to deal with the challenges women of color face both inside and outside the workplace. Network with industry leaders, learn career strategies, explore work-life balance, and gain a new sense of commitment to your professional and personal growth. For More Information on this wonderful event or to register. . Please visit  http://www.blackenterprise.com/wps/

In the instant number one New York Times bestseller Act Like a Lady, Think Like a Man, Steve Harvey gave millions of women around the globe insight into what men really think about love, intimacy, and commitment. In his new book he zeros in on what motivates men and provides tips on how women can use that knowledge to get more of what they need out of their relationships, whether it's more help around the house, more of the right kind of attention in the bedroom, more money in the joint bank account, or more truth when it comes to the hard questions, such as: Are you committed to building a future together? Does my success intimidate you? Have you cheated on me? In Straight Talk, No Chaser: How to Find, Keep, and Understand a Man, Steve Harvey shares information on: How to Get the Truth Out of Your Man Tired of answers that are deceptive? Harvey lays out a three-tier, CIA-style of questioning that will leave your man no choice but to cut to the chase and deliver the truth. Dat...

Last season proved that being the wife or girlfriend of a pro basketball superstar may have its perks, but once you peel away the bling and first-class luxuries, the glitzy glamour train often jumps way off the rails. Season 2 is one scorching summer in Miami fans will never forget! Just like last season on Basketball Wives, we'll follow the extraordinary lives of Royce, Jen, Evelyn, Suzie and even a few new faces. Joining the inner circle is former The Real World star and basketball ex Tami Roman, who joins old friend Shaunie O'Neal, who herself is checking into beautiful Miami for her first single summer in years. Last season set out to prove that these women, who've spent years being married to larger-than-life personalities, are really just the same as everyone else. Viewers watched them cope with marriages on the rocks, divorces, single motherhood and rough patches in their relationships just like those experienced by women all over America. Season two finds our...

Former Ford Model , Actress (We all fell in love with her as Francesca "Fancy" on the Jamie Fox Show), and mother of 3 has been rocking the Red Carpet in style for the last 26 years. From Wide Leg Pants to Lace Stocking with the classic "Little Black Dress". .This Sophisticated Lady looks good in whatever she wears. We Salute you Ms. Beauvais. Our Sophisticated Lady of  the Week!! #SophistiKatSalute

Prince Hall, one of Boston's most prominent citizens during the revolutionary period, was the founder of the African Lodge of the Honorable Society of Free and Accepted Masons of Boston, the world's first lodge of black Freemasonry and the first society in American history devoted to social, political, and economic improvement. Not much is known of Hall's life before the Revolution. He was born in 1735 and was the slave of William Hall of Boston. His son, Primus, was born in 1756 to Delia, a servant in another household. In 1762, at the age of 27, Hall joined the Congregational Church, and soon after, married an enslaved woman named Sarah Ritchie. Eight years later, after Sarah's death, he married Flora Gibbs of Gloucester. A month after the Boston Massacre, William Hall freed Prince; his certificate of manumission read that he was "no longer Reckoned a slave, but [had] always accounted as a free man." Hall made his living as a huckster (peddler), catere...

On Behalf of "The SophistiKats" of "The Sophisticate Chronicles" we would like to wish the women of Alpha Angels Inc. a very Happy Phounders Day and Congratulations on 5 years as a Nationally Incorporated Organization!! December 4, 1962. .On the campus of Howard University 4 Young Women would change the view of Auxiliary organizations forever. Transcending from the old tradition of being "Little Sisters" to an independent group of women known as "Angels". These women will forever and always be known as "The 4 Most Precious Angels" Angel Judith Cathy Anderson Angel Linda Suzanne Compton Angel Carol Michelle Morrison Angel Kristen Evonne Williams On November 30, 2005. . 3 women whom were brought into the realm of "Angel" set out on the final mission to complete and legalized the dream of so many women who had come before them. The final resting stop on the 43 year journey of "Alpha Angels" would be Chicag...

On behalf of the "SophistiKats" of "The Sophisticate Chronicles" we would like to wish a Happy PHouders Day to the Distinguished Gentlemen of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity Inc.!! December 4, 1906. .104 years ago today on the campus of Cornell University in Ithaca, New York the vision for African American collegiate men to have a fraternal brotherhood established on a University or College campus. .was brought to LIGHT by 7 courageous young men!! Those young men will forever be known as the "7 Jewels" of Alpha Phi Alpha. Henry Arthur Callis Charles Henry Chapman Eugene Kinkle Jones George Biddle Kelly Nathaniel Allison Murray Robert Harold Ogle Vertner Woodon Tandy Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. is the First African American Inter-Collegiate Greek Letter Organization. Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. prides itself on developing leaders, promoting brotherhood and academic excellence, while providing service and advocacy for their c...

It's been reported that Lil Kim aka "Queen B" has been in the studio reportedly working on a sequel to her 1996 debut album "Hard Core" which featured the chart topping hits "No Time" and "Crush on You". She has recruited well known producers Will.I.Am, The Neputunes, and The Dream for this upcoming. Perez Hilton is the first to report this. .We shall stay tuned!!

The Celtics have FIVE players listed on this years All Star ballot. .and they all need you to help send them to the Los Angeles to Staples Center for the 2011 All Star Game in Febuary!! Head over to NBA's voting center to cast your vote for your FAVORITE Celtic!! Rajan Rondo Ray Allen Paul Pierce Kevin Garnett Shaquille O'Neal http://www.nba.com/allstar2011/asb/eng/landing.jsp?referrer=asb11_bos_web_clickroll&cid=nba319 The NBA All Star Game is presented by T-Mobile!! http://www.t-mobile.com/

Cavaliers fans packed the Quicken Loans Arena last night to witness what they thought would be a slaughter for the Heat. Signs reading "I hate LeBron James," with t-shirt quotes like "The Lyin' King" or "Judas & Brutus & Benedict & LeBron," filled the arena. Hostility was high in the building last night. Despite LeBron James' unwelcomed return to Cleveland, he came out on top! With his mind-blowing 38 points, the Heat soared to a 118-90 win over the Cavaliers. James overcame adversity and reigned supreme on the court. Though Cleveland went through great lengths to display their hatred towards James, he told journalists he had nothing but the utmost respect for the city and its fans. You can get stats, more interviews, articles and catch highlights of Miami's win over Cleveland at http://espn.go.com/nba/ .

Nicki Minaj announces on Twitter that her PINK FRIDAY lipstick will be available for purchase the next 3 Fridays.......she advises everyone to purchase at midnight because the lipstick sold out in 2 hours the previous week. Her lipstick can be purchased on the MAC COSMETICS website at http://www.maccosmetics.com/

Reality star Kim Kardashian comes in first as the MOST SEARCHED STAR OF 2010. Here is the Top 10 list in its entirety: 1. Kim Kardashian 2. Sandra Bullock 3. Tiger Woods 4. Lady Gaga 5. Barack Obama 6. Kate Gosselin 7. Justin Bieber 8. Jesse James 9. Lindsey Lohan 10. Jennifer Aniston

Red Velvet Cake Recipe Red Velvet Cake is a long time favorite in a lot of households. Recipes have been passed down from generation to generation. Today we have for you a recipe for the Holiday Season from B. Smith!!  Cake 2 cups cake flour 3 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder 2 teaspoons baking powder 1 teaspoon salt 3/4 cup (1 1/2 sticks) butter, softened 1 3/4 cups sugar 4 large eggs 1 cup milk 3 teaspoons red food coloring 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Buttercream Frosting (recipe follows) Directions Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Grease and flour two 9-inch cake pans. In a large bowl, stir together the flour, cocoa, baking powder, and salt. In another large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs one at a time. In a small bowl, combine the milk, food coloring, and vanilla. Using a spatula, fold into the egg mixture the flour mixture alternating with the liquids, ending with the dry ingredients. Pour the batter into t...

Raheem DeVaughn is back!! The video for "Single" off his latest mixtape "Jackin4Beats" is here!! The song is over the beat of Lil Wayne's "Single"!! Mr. DeVaughn has done his thing with the song and the video is definitely something to see!! A side. .we haven't seen before. .But we Like!! Follow him on Twitter @RadioRah

Female Rapper Khia does a review on the "Pink Friday" album and calls it TRASH! Right before the review, Khia wanted to make it clear that she was not "HATING" on Nicki Minaj, but she was rather unhappy with the album itself. After reading her blog, it was clear that this was more than an album review, but it was personal.  Here is a just a small portion of what Khia wrote:  "Shout out to the stylists and photographers who done a spectacular job, airbrushing and styling this “Dungeon Dragon” because we all know that this “Lint-Lizard” doesn’t look like this in person…. It’s AMAZING what a little make-up and camera angles can do!" http://motormouf.com/ is where Khia's PINK FRIDAY album review can be read

Wednesday December 1st is World AIDS Day 2010. What can you do to contribute/ participate on World AIDS Days? Become Aware: Do research and learn more of the disease (knowledge is power) Stop the Prejudice: Many people are not aware of how the disease can be transmitted, and develop prejudices towards people who carry the disease Protect yourself and your partner: Use protection at all times and get tested Have a Fundraiser: Raise money for the cause Support a Fundraiser: Make a donation Support a Campaign Wear a Red Ribbon

The XXL Pro Curl is a 2 step in 1 Mascara by Maybelline New York. It comes with a basecoat that seperates, curls and lengthens the lashes; and a topcoat that creates a full look for the lash. When wearing this mascara, people are curious to know if false lashes are being worn, and they also give compliments on how flattering the lashes look. XXL Pro is a must have mascara, so add it to your makeup bag today; it can be purchased at your local drug store.

Exercising is great for your health. But it's not so great on your hair. So here are a few tips that will help keep your hair looking good while working out. Sweat If you're prone to sweating, don't work out with your hair under a scarf or hat. This only causes more irritation to your finished results by locking in moisture, leaving your hair wet. Cotton scarves, hats, headbands, etc. can cause friction on your hairline, which over time can lead to breakage. If you use something to hold your hair in place, make sure it's made of satin or silk materials better suited for your hair. Style That Works First, schedule a training session with your salon hair care professional to create a style that works for your life one that includes your workout schedule. Schedule this appointment on the last day of your workout week to allow the stylist to see your hair at its worst; they can then help you to get the most longevity from your style. If you plan to maintain your hair, you m...