Dita Von Teese – the Queen of burlesque introduces her new lingerie line at several different upmarket department stores around the world. It is retro chic and designed according to Dita’s signature vintage – inspired style. She channels old Hollywood style with modern tailoring .

The collection which includes bras, bustiers, panties, hosiery, gloves and night gowns are a perfect fit for for all types including the full figure. If you have a large bust I definitely recommend this brand (personal experience) as bras go up to a size 44F. Prices from $45-$300.

The new collection is available at Bloomingdales, Neiman Marcus, Harrods & Selfridges.

Picture by: Jennifer Mitchell / Splash News

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This is the first ever Ankara Ball and it looks promising. We love it when creatives are inspired to go all out! Wish we could make it. Perhaps next year! but to all those who will be in the Maryland area we will be looking out for all updates and pics on instagram 🙂

All Things Ankara is an international movement of Ankara Print Inspired Creatives & Enthusiasts who create visual art and collaborate on Fashion Productions such as Photos, Video Editorials, Campaigns & Events.

Nikki Billie Jean is the founder, editor-in-chief, wardrobe stylist and executive fashion show/event producer of All Things Ankara.She became passionate aboutAnkara Print Fashion, after participating and producing African Fashion Shows in college.

In 2012, she started All Things Ankara after discovering that there were not any sites on social media dedicated to only showcasing Ankara Print Fashion. In 2014, after gaining popularity on Instagram, All Things Ankara was as an official fashion blog.

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All Things Ankara Ball 2015 is the first ever official inaugural All Things Ankara Ball and it will celebrate Nigeria’s 55th Independence.

The event will take place, Saturday, October 17th, 2015 from 9p-2a at Adele H. Stamp Student Union Grand Ballroom at

The University of Maryland in College Park, Maryland.

All Things Ankara Ball is a formal social event in which the guest attend in luxurious, classy, elegant & couture Ankara Print Attire.

It is also the official Nigeria Independence Ball and the event includes: electrifying music, exciting entertainment, and an award ceremony to honor Nigerian Renaissance Men and Women excelling in the Nigerian and African Community at Large.

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In a recent interview with COMPLEX magazine,

Balmain Creative Director Olivier Rousteing speaks candidly about his childhood in Bordeaux, France and how fashion helped him find his own identity and build his own world. Rousteing also touches more directly on what we can expect from the upcoming collection, which is set to hit select H&M stores on Nov. 11.

“I wanted the collaboration to stay true to my vision of the Balmain house, to the DNA of the house,” the designer says. “I wanted to push the boundaries of the craftsmanship. Every fitting, every tailoring, everything to look exactly like my vision of Balmain in H&M.”

Featured in a recent article by British GQ, we get our first glimpse at the high-top silhouette which features a two-tone, mixed material upper of what appears to be black leather and military green suede. Additional details include the d-ring eyelets, the extended tongue, and waxed cotton laces. Retail on the pair is reported to be £100 which is approximately $155 and will be released with the rest of the collection on November 5 at select H&M locations.

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This months playlist is brought to you by King Ola! Not only is he a good friend to The Trunk, he’s one of the best at what he does. A night out with King Ola is a guaranteed turn up (I’m still recovering from the last one!) Heres THE playlist to get your weekend started early!

Applaudise // Iyanya

Laye // Kiss Daniel

Godwin // Korede Bello

Ojuelegba (Remix) // WizKid f. Drake & Skepta

Soke // Burna Boy

Daniella Whine // Patoranking

My Woman, My Everything // Patoranking f. Wande Coal

Awon Goons Mi // Olamide

Duro // Tekno

Ashimapeyin // Wande Coal

OJE // Legendury Beatz f. Wizkid

Gift // Iyanya f. Don Jazzy

Ladi // Olamide x Phyno f. Lil Kesh

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The Fashion guru himself has spoken! Ken Downing, Neiman Marcus Fashion Director, has released his edition of this seasons must haves. When it comes to staying on trend Ken is our go to guy!

“Season after season, fashion journalists declare “trends” an obsolete idea, going as far as denying their existence. But I, for one, disagree. After attending the hundreds of fashion shows and presentations, I’m left with indelible images that inform my opinions. For me, these imprints distill into distinct fashion stories. Through my lens, I see collective signals of creativity and change. No trends? Nonsense!”

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“The exhibition comes at a time of heightened awareness, not only from the 50th anniversary of Martin luther King’s march and the acclaimed film “Selma” but also as Baltimore and Ferguson, Missouri, and other American cities grapple with conflicts across the racial divide. The exhibition features iconic photographs from important keystones of the civil rights movement to the present day.”

– Sidney & Michelle Monroe

Rashaad Davis, 23, backs away as St. Louis County police officers approach him with guns drawn and eventually arrest him, Ferguson, Missouri, August 11, 2014

Fire hoses aimed at Demonstrators, Birmingham, Alabama, 1963

“Stop Police Killings”, Selma March, 1965

In a Show of Support that Brought Together Different Factions of the Movement, Civil Rights Leaders Joined the Funeral Procession for Medgar Evers, Mississippi, 1963

Mrs. Chaney and young Ben, James Chaney funeral, Meridian, Mississippi, 1964

Woman of the Klan bow their heads in prayer at a rally near Salisbury, North Carolina, 1965

Please visit The Monroe Gallery for more information or to see more images from the exhibition,

Exhibition continues through September 27th

Fashion Icon Alexander Wang teamed up with children’s charity DoSomething to raise money to help children in need. The charity event was supported by 38 top celebrities including Kim Kardashian, ASAP Rocky, Kanye West & The Weeknd.

Photo shoots were held in London, LA and New York celebrities donned black and white t-shirts & hoodies in support of the cause. The DoSomething Apparel is stocked exclusively at all Alexander Wang stores worldwide. 50% of the retail price of the DoSomething apparel sold goes directly to the charity organization.

Other celebrities included: Taraji P Henson, Pusha T, Pamela Anderson, Cara Delevigne, Danny Fuller, Jhene Aiko, Joane Smalls, Tyga, Koa Smith and Steven Klein.