My Cruise Wardrobe

Hey I found this beautiful floral romper in a store called Tic Toc on 3rd avenue in the Bronx for only 7.99 on sale. Crazy, right? I'm going to jazz it up with a belt and a pair of heels.

Carnival Cruise

My boyfriend and I are vacating next week and I can't wait! Its our first time cruising to the caribbean and I am super excited. We are stopping at beautiful islands, Barbados, St. Kits, Antigua, Dominica , St. Lucia and a few more. There is so much culture for me to embrace; food, music, dance and language. I'm praying the trip will be amazing! I have plenty of things to do before hand, of course starting with shopping. The summer season is ending, which means a lot of the stuff i'll be looking for will be on sale. I hope I get everything I need! Wish me luck...

xoxo Madame Q

p.s. Ill keep you posted on the shopping!

The Recessionistas' Diaries

Hey if you love me and just can't get enough checkout my fashion stories at www.blackstarnews.com/blog

xoxo Madame Q

Backyard Boogie

One of my favorite summer activities are the weekend BBQs I attend at a relative or friend's place. It is a great way to let loose and play catch up with people you haven't seen in a while. Of course delicious food and drinks are other great perks! Loud and vibrating music makes the night a fabulous success. Before the summer is over, make sure you grab your best buddies and head to the next bbq your way!

xoxo Madame Q

My Luvly 25th Bday Celebration

I was born to be Fabulous and surrounded by beautiful and courageous people!

p.s. thanx Mommy and Dadyy for making me! Thank God for saving me and carrying me!

xoxo Madame Q

Nolita House

The girls and I have added a bar and grill to the list of favorite spots! The Nolita House located 47th east Houston street. Great spot for quick food and light drinks.

for more info go to www.nolitahouse.com

xoxo madame Q

Negril's

If you're in the west village stop by Negril's Restaurant at 70th West 3rd for some good West Indian cuisine. It is also a fab place to go for an after work vibe to let down. Dancing and snacking is must if you want to have a great time. Live bands are there occasionally.

OMG VIBE, Please Don't Go!: 1992-2009

A couple of days ago I've got confirmation that our beloved VIBE magazine has come to a close! I thought it was just rumors and people speculating but it's definitely true. Founded by music engineer Quincy Jones in 1992, Vibe set out to inspire people all over the world to celebrate life through music, fashion, sports and many other arts. Well Vibe, you have achieved your goal and beyond, you will surely be missed and never forgotten!

xoxo Madame Q

Series: Brooklyn Vybez

The girls and I had a blast with our simple yet fabulous outing in downtown Brooklyn. The Habana Outpost is just the spot to kick back and enjoy delicious grilled food with your best buddies. The outdoor setting is super cool and mellow great for the summertime heat. My order of mango juice, french fries and a hot dog bill at $6, Unbelievable, right? You have to check it out!

Location: 757, Fulton Street Brooklyn NY
contact: 718-858-9500

xoxo Madame Q

Steve Madden's Sale Event

Steve Madden has a great sale going on, buy one pair of shoes, get the other 90% off! Yes 90% off people! Thats like getting one practically free. If that is not accessible enough, bring one of your closest friends and go half on a pair. Either way, it is a great deal. Get there before they good ones are gone!

p.s. I'm just getting back into wearing Steve Madden shoes, they are more comfortable now.

xoxo Madame Q

Madame's Look Book

Give Them The Boot! by madameq featuring Diego Dolcini boots

Hey who said you have to wear sandals all summer long? Girl please, give em the boot!

best deals: green boots and black buckle boots by Charlotte Russe, $39.99

xoxo Madame Q

Speechless Art

Yesterday my besties and I roam through 14th street Union Square. For some odd reason (like anything going on 14th street is odd anyway, lol), we decide to look up in the sky. We are amazed because the sky is so beautiful, the clouds look like they are drawn for a fairy tale. We immediately take out our cameras and capture picture after picture. Feeling silly and like a group of tourist, we put our cameras back in our bags. As we turn around we notice everyone in union square is taking pictures of the lovely sky, literally everyone, even the guy at the stand selling hot dogs. Everyone is pointing and taking in the naturally formed art. I realize at that moment people can connect from the simplest things. From taking pictures of strange clouds or standing on a long line for a delicious dessert from Pink Berry, we New Yorkers never want to miss a thing!

xoxo MadameQ

Great Finds (Victoria's Secret Semi Annual Event)

My Faves

Victoria's Secret Bustier Original Price: 98
Sale Price: $50

Victoria's Secret Silk Kimono Original Price: $68
Sale Price: $34.99

There so much more and only a few days left of the sale! Don't miss out...

Hey! The 4th of July is near, not sure what to do? Well do not worry, I will keep you posted on fabulous yet affordable activities. Stay tuned!

xoxo Madame Q!

OMG Rest In Peace MJ!

Mike by madameq on Polyvore.com

The world is heartbroken about the King of Pop's sudden death. His legacy of music and dance will live on through all of us.

We love you Michael!

Baggage Check!

Hey People

Today is just one of those days when I don't feel like carry around all the extra baggage! I'm too tired to dig all around my bag just to pull out my metro card! By the way, it looks like a mimi suitcase, I load in everything from dresses to my lunch. No time for the weight on my shoulders so I am checking in my lovely Limited Edition Victoria's Secret satchel for my fabulous Juicy Couture purse. Hey less crap, less drama! I should apply this to everything in life..... hmmmmm.

p.s

Please don't get disappointed if you see me with another huge bag... I might get cold feet.

The Queen

I luv Queen Latifah's persona: Fierce, firm and respected! A suffragist in heart, this Queen is anything but ordinary. From her hottest tracks "UNITY" and "Just Another Day", the spectacular movie "Set It Off", a most watched sitcom, "Living Single" and not to mention her Cover Girl line of make up. That is the least we can mention of the many talent she storms, then and now. Queen La is on fire! Ever wonder where some people like Queen La get this over the top swagger? Is it their past experiences they over come that gives them their flair?

Well I truly believe some who are creative or talented have a deep past that no ones understands unless they tell you. Art is their great escape, for example, when Mary J Blidge sings you feel it in your soul. She can take you through her past through her music and have you feeling everything she's gone through, it is amazing. Lauren Hill, with her hot tracks "killing me softly" and "Do Woop That Thing", took you into her moment one verse at a time.

My mom always said "With every rhyme there is always a reason". When our Queen La tells Essence magazine she was a victim of sexual abuse as a child my heart jumps. The lyrics of her track "Unity" comes to mind and I understand her pain a lot more. Singing her pain through her music makes her persona certified, her rhyme has more reason and her break through is stronger.

Remember the way the hip hop diva dressed in the 90s? Fabulously covered, hiding all of her curves. Now she is one of the leading faces of Cover Girls cosmetics. She sashays in perfect fitting dresses and struts in the sexiest stilettos ever! Her confidence is in over drive. Queen La is another living proof that no matter the circumstances one may face, strive for what you want. Reach for the stars, have faith and you shall receive in time!

Victoria's Secret Semi Annual Sale!

Tuesday June 16th Victoria's Secret will have promotions on your most-loved style bras, swim suits and fragrances! Majority of the items in the store will be on sale! If you are in manhattan stop by the lexington store for a exclusive and luxurious experience. I will be prancing around making sure the girls and myself are on the floor giving out complementary bra fittings. It's a hassle if you buy beautiful bras in all the wrong sizes so make sure you ask for that fitting!

Stay tuned for daily updates on our top selling items in the store!

pic from Victoria's Secret website

OMG DO I See Sunshine?

Let me not speak to soon but I think summer is almost here! I'm soooooooooooooooooooooooooo tired of the freaking rain! Like come on already, I don't want to carry a yucky umbrella all summer long! But just in case you do here is a little inspiration!

best deal: black and brown tote by forever 21 $26.80
best investment: brown trench by topshop

Rainy days by madameq featuring Dorothy Perkins accessories