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SOLEDAD O’BRIEN ASKS “WHAT’S YOUR DEFINITION OF SUCCESS”
Last week CNN aired its Latino in America special where Soledad O’Brien captured the lives of a few Latinos in a two-part series. O’Brien touched upon very real and accurate issues such as education, immigration, language barriers and teenage pregnancy. Although she attempted to spread awareness, many viewers say O’Brien failed to include more positive stories.

Before Soledad’s book signing on Thursday, GlobalHue Latino welcomed the journalist in Lower Manhattan where she spoke about the series and her upbringing as a Latina in Long Island. Via their live online stream, we asked Mrs. O’Brien, “What about the success stories?” And she responded with, “What’s your definition of success?”

Soledad went on to say that Cindy Garcia- a high school student who was on the verge of failing out and got pregnant- is a success because she went on to college. “Is she not a success story,” asked O’Brien. “What about the Mayor of Los Angeles who dropped out of high school but is now Mayor. What about the young girl who thought about killing herself but now has a great relationship with her mother. Success is very subjective. Are you saying these aren’t success stories?”

They are “success” stories because the folks she interviewed turned their lives around. We agree that it’s not always where you’re from but where you’re going that matters. But it seems she misunderstood our question. Many viewers want to know where were the stories of small business owners, scientists, accomplished students in top universities, doctors, etc.

Having a Black Latina mom herself, where were the Afro-Latino stories?

On Facebook and Twitter some LIA supporters are saying “let’s start doing instead of complaining.” Are viewers really whining or merely asking that they be represented correctly on a major channel that’s documenting the lives of Latinos in America.

In a recent radio interview, I was asked who I thought were the top five most influential Latinos. I said that those behind the camera are the most influential. The producers, reporters and writers have access and power to spread news and awareness.

We respect Soledad and her success, and hope that she covers the vital stories she didn’t include in the first two parts of her Latino In America series. What’s your take on this?

Though bold red lips will never go out of style, pink is the must-have color of the season. I am so excited to share with you the latest FACE Atelier products that I tried out just for you!

LIPS

Much to my excitement I was thrilled to get a hold of their Candy Floss shade. Do not underestimate the power of pink when it comes to your skin complexion. There is a shade to match every woman. I love that FACE Atelier’s Candy Floss is so creamy that you can opt to wear it alone. I personally like extra shine, so I applied a hint of lip gloss right on top. Face’s Candy Floss. $20

EYES

When applying eye shadow, I want the pigments to be bright and stay put throughout the day. Creases and fade aways are my pet peeves. FACE Atelier definitely embodies the look I want when I used their bold colors. They blend so well whether you use your fingers or a brush to apply. Sometimes I love using my hands to mix and blend. My eyes are what stand out most, so  it’s imperative that I use the right eye shadows. My favorite from FACE Atelier is their purple plum color. With my brown complexion, I often have to over apply make-up which I am not so fond of. FACE Atelier stays on with one stroke. Now that’s intense. Eye Shadow. $17

FACE

The FACE Atelier Bronzer is to die for. I am a bronzer junkie. I own all kinds, all brands and it’s my single favorite thing. Face’s Brazilian Blaze Bronzer is phenomenal. You don’t even need foundation. It leaves your skin flawless and radiant. Just enough glimmer without the sunburned or overdone make-up look. It evens out your skin tone leaving you looking vibrant. You’ll glow all day. Now what can beat that? Brazilian Blaze. $30

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Simply Bijoux

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When the New York Post discontinued its Tempo section, I considered never picking up the paper again. But that would mean missing out on what the sassy girls from Pulse are writing about including Mandy Stadtmiller’s “Cheat Sheet: How not to have a ‘Fatal Attraction’.” We don’t condone cheating or marital affairs on BeChicMag.com, though it never gets old. Bill Clinton. Elliot Spitzer. Alex Rodriguez. David Letterman and the list goes on….

Mandy wrote the piece specifically about ESPN’s Steve Phillips who cheated on his wife with a “crazy” 22-year-old. Stadtmiller calls it, “The Dummy’s Guide to Cheating.” And the golden rule of the manual? Mandy says, “Crazy chicks are (as in always) going to spill about the affair.” For the other 10 rules, read the full cheat sheet here.

Our very own editor and founder Mercedes Sanchez and beauty blogger Delaila aka Bijoux were live guests on UrbanLatinoRadio.fm in September.

They shared some great laughs with the hosts of the Bochinche Bueno (translation: Good Gossip) show hosts Rachel Strauss and Michael Diaz. Take a listen to our first online radio interview below.

Let us know your thoughts!

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ROBYN MORENO GOES FROM AUTHOR TO DESIGNER

A new boutique hits New York City’s Lower East Side! Native Texan Robyn Moreno is an author turned boutique owner who just opened A Little Wicked- a chic vintage store- with her sister Bianca Moreno.

“I’m getting into reworked vintage which means if I buy a piece, I either will embellish it or I’ll cut something,” says Moreno. “I’ll take a fabric and I’ll sort of make a new piece or a new silhouette out of it.”

If there’s anyone who knows how to create something new out of older items, it’s definitely Robyn! She’s the author of Practically Posh: The Smart Girls Guide to a Glam Life and Border-Line Personalities: A New Generation of Latinas Dish on Sex, Sass, and Cultural Shifting. Robyn’s also a sought after style expert who shares her tips on the Today Show, CNBC, Good Day New York and many other programs.

We spoke with Moreno at the store’s opening party last night. To find out what cool items you can find at A Little Wicked, take a look at our video below.