Keri Hilson Steals The Show at BET’s Rip The Runway

BET‘s annual fashion show aired tonight as the creative work of African American designers graced the stage of the Hammerstein Ballroom stage. Joy Bryant and Derek Luke hosted the show…i don’t think I’ve ever seen Joy on BET before tonight but hey, she did a great job and she always looks fab (thanks to her stylist Rachel Zoe).

The show, which was taped last week, opened with TI and his clothing line, AKOO followed by Project Runway’s Korto demonstrating her line, Korto Momolu. The Dream performed with a little help from Fabolous as Korto’s flowy and chic pieces were displayed.

Douglas Says’s plus size models did there thing to the sounds of “I’m So Special”. The clothing was really bright and patterned. The highlight of his collection was the finale piece, a gold bathing suit which was worn very well by yes, a plus size model. Loved it!

Designer Bryan Lars presented his line to the sounds of Bobby Valentino. After which followed the athletic line, Protege, which presented fashionably casual and sporty pieces. A few professional athletes worked the runway and so did Toccara, who came out wearing basketball shorts, a tank top, and heels.

Swimwear, swimwear, swimwear!!! Models sporting Johnny Vincent Swimwear by Celeste Vincent, ripped the runway to the sounds of Ron Brownz. Busta Rhymes and his hype man scratch took over the stage with their club banger “Arab Money“, but Keri Hilson stole the show as she danced away while model’s displayed recession friendly outfits.

Overall it was a great show. The focus was placed on the clothing pieces and the models did a great job displaying the designer’s work.

TI Hosts AKOO Clothing Launch Party

AKOO Sweatshirt

Last month I attended TI’s AKOO Clothing launch party at Taj II. I was really expecting to see a few pieces but there weren’t any in sight. The event took on more of an “intimate gathering for industry insiders” feel. I did get the opportunity to exchange a few words with TI, despite the overwhelming amount of people standing around him. Ladies did I mention that he held on to my arm during the full extent of the conversation….oh yea! I unfortunately didn’t get to snap a photo since my camera battery died…i was soo disappointed!

Anyhow, AKOO is scheduled to hit stores everywhere for the holidays…so ladies, here is another brand to consider when thinking of a gift for your significant other .

Interesting fact about AKOO:

It is an acronym for “A King Of Oneself.” I definitely like that!

TI at AKOO Launch