Rip the Runway `08

I enjoyed this year's BET's "Rip the Runway" thoroughly.

A nice surprise was Zac Posen's collection in what is usually a urban wear fashion show complimented by the hottest hip hop and R&B music stars in concert.

It was refreshing to see how BET stepped it up, by adding one of the king's of New York, Milan and Paris' fashion weeks on the small screen.

Posen showed off some of his couture lines, and I loved the copper halter gown that had a fishtail bottom.

Beyonce wore a Zac Posen emerald green fishtail gown at this year's Movies Rock red carpet event and not too many critics liked the look, but it highlighted her hourglass figure that is very common among women of color.




There were several fashion debuts on the show, including the Respect ME, Missy Elliott for Adidas Collection, Co Co Ri, which is rapper Snoop Dogg's wife, Shante's line and Snoop's Rich n Infamous Collection.

I really liked Missy's line, because it was sporty and it is about time that Missy got an fashion deal, because she has worn Adidas consistently and it has become her signature look.

I found Co Co Ri to be very trendy right now, with the colorful and girly printed hoodies and the metallic and neon leggings or skinny pants. It is always thrilling to see spouses of uber stars take on their own business ventures and this is a nice start for the "Boss Lady." I thought the hooded sweatshirt dress from her line was adorable.




Sean John, which is music icon Diddy's masterpiece, was always thrilling to see modeled on stage. I liked the spring looks and pastel colors he used in his T-shirts, track jackets and plaid shorts, but I think what makes his line exceptional are the suits and tuxedos. They just seem to fit the typical broad shape of Black men and they just scream classic. Sean John's three-piece suits, which is Diddy's signature look always look dapper and fly.






I also loved the Sean John women's line for this season, topping it off with the silver sequined mini dress worn by Bad Boy Recording artist Cassie and also the black tuxedo jacket that was lined with black sequins and paired with black sequined pants. Ultra glam and I loved it!