Author Archives: riarob

Hemmed Up: Dolce and Gabbana Get Popped For Tax Evasion

Posted on June 19, 2013

Women’s Wear Daily (WWD) reported today that Domenico Dolce and Stefano Gabbana, known to the world for their eponymous fashion line, have been found guilty of tax evasion. The duo has been sentenced to 20 months in prison. This marks … Continue reading →

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Three Reasons Why Joe Lindsay’s “W.D.I.S.” Is Needed RIGHT NOW

Posted on June 18, 2013

Joe Lindsay’s “What Do I Say?” is not an ordinary song nor video. In the midst of Jay-Z’s Magna Carta Holy Grail hoopla and Miley Cyrus recent twerking on Juicy J’s peformance, coupled with an extremely draining spring, this song … Continue reading →

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Rhona Rhetoric: Goodbye, Awards Season!

Posted on February 26, 2013

Before I officially move on to the next, here’s my Rhona Rhetoric adieu to awards season, Oscars style… 1. Charlize Theron = Best Dressed at the Oscars. Hands down. The short cut with that Dior Couture gown was absolutely amazing. … Continue reading →

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Award Tour: RiaRob’s Top Grammy Mysteries/Problems

Posted on February 11, 2013

There were some things from Grammy Night that I noticed and simply had to say SOMETHING. Whether it garnered an eyebrow raise or a dose of side eye, RiaRob is going in. Here I go: The Case of the R&B/Gospel/Hip-Hop … Continue reading →

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Award Tour: RiaRob’s Top Grammy Moments

Posted on February 11, 2013

Fresh off the Super Bowl (and thus no more football season), the Grammys rolled in. One year after the tragic death of Whitney Houston, music’s biggest night aimed to be a lot more festive. Here are RiaRob’s top Grammy moments: … Continue reading →

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Talking Points: Catching Up

Posted on February 7, 2013

This week has definitely been a time for catch up on many levels. Rest, writing, cleaning and planning. Here are some things on RiaRob’s mind this week: Baltimore Ravens win the Super Bowl. Anyone who knows me, knows that I … Continue reading →

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Show and Prove: Why Beyoncé’s “Do Over” Wasn’t Necessary

Posted on January 31, 2013

Usually when the critics come calling, Beyoncé Giselle Knowles Carter addresses rumors with the style and grace, if at all. Today was no different. The multi-hyphenate, still dealing with rumors of lip-syncing the national anthem at the Presidential Inauguration, strolled into … Continue reading →

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Rhona Rhetoric: Top Seven Things From The 2013 Inauguration

Posted on January 22, 2013

So the Presidential Inauguration is done and let me say I had a great time…via satellite from my couch. Between the ever so fly First Lady, Michelle Obama, and those adorable daughters, Sasha and Malia, I could look at that … Continue reading →

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Happy Birthday, First Lady Michelle Obama!

Posted on January 17, 2013

  Sending a special birthday shout out to our über-fly First Lady of the United States, Michelle Obama! Not many women can follow-up a birthday with a round of inauguration festivities. You already know that she is going to look … Continue reading →

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Deep Fried Trouble: Catfish – Social Media Style

Posted on January 17, 2013

Now I’ll be the first to say that I love me some catfish. Fried to a crispy golden brown, preferably with collard greens, macaroni and cheese, and sweet potatoes. Catfish always brought me good memories. I remember going fishing in … Continue reading →

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