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Why Yes, That IS Me in Essence Magazine with the Salacious Idris Elba

OK–so maybe I’m not with Idris Elba (although I’m totally open to that—uh, if you’re reading this Idris, call me!!!) but I am on page 36 of the November issue of ESSENCE magazine! When someone from the magazine contacted me back in August I damn near jumped out of my skin. Like ME? They want ME to submit style pics? Then I realized, wait a minute, I don’t exactly take many pictures of myself so I ran to Brooklyn to my friend Nas of Nasilele Photography to have a mini shoot. See me and Nas go back to our college days when a meal plan card was way cooler than say an Amex.

Anyway, there I am in ESSENCE! It was hot as the dickens out in August when I took the pics, but had to wear fall clothes since it was for the November issue. I’m sure the people of Bed Stuy who saw me out on the streets might have thought I was nuts, but this is what we professional models have to go through, ya know.

I kid! Model schmodel.

My homies Misha of TheFabChick.com and Alissa of StylishCurves.net are also featured. Hollaaaa!

I also wanted to share some of the other pics Nas took of me. She and I have worked together at a number of weddings and she’s just awesome. I love her photography style and so do her many clients. If you’re getting married (or know someone who is), need head shots, want to capture your little one, or just want a personal photo shoot, definitely contact her. She does travel if you’re outside the NYC area so just contact her to discuss. Visit her site at www.nasilelephotography.com for more info.

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Heyyy toned legs and mini fro from 2011
Heyyy toned legs and mini fro from 2011

And most importantly, thank YOU to everyone who visits this site everyday! As any blogger will tell you, it’s tough putting yourself out here in these internet streets but I’ve had nothing but positive experiences because of all of you who come by and visit, leave comments, and email me. Thanks! Love youuuuu! If you’re ever in NYC, hit me up, we’ll have wings :D

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76 Comments

  4. Nicol D. via Facebook
    October 7, 2011 / 3:25 pm

    I have to get this issue!! Yay!!

    Reply
  7. Tiffany Nelson via Facebook
    October 7, 2011 / 3:33 pm

    Congratulations <3

    Reply
  8. Tiffany Nelson via Facebook
    October 7, 2011 / 3:33 pm

    Oh nvm

    Reply
  11. Tiffany Nelson via Facebook
    October 7, 2011 / 3:39 pm

    Lol ya after I post I read where it said he didn’t propose I said oh shoot

    Reply
  12. Nesh
    October 7, 2011 / 3:39 pm

    Congrats Danielle, girl you look “super fly” I love the touch of leg you’re giving em lol & your color blocking is killing me, love it!

    Reply
    • Danielle
      Author
      October 7, 2011 / 5:46 pm

      Haha! Thanks, Nesh!

      Reply
  14. jihan
    October 7, 2011 / 3:47 pm

    Yes girl! you look fab and your smile is amazing! woo hoo!

    Reply
  16. Shaïla Sahaï via Facebook
    October 7, 2011 / 4:06 pm

    Ah ah ah!!!

    Reply
  17. Shaïla Sahaï via Facebook
    October 7, 2011 / 4:07 pm

    And congrats!!!

    Reply
    • Danielle
      Author
      October 7, 2011 / 5:45 pm

      Not as awesome as yours! ;) thanks!

      Reply
    • Danielle
      Author
      October 7, 2011 / 5:45 pm

      Thanks, Maiah! I was reading a lot of your posts last night and LOVE your writing style! Keep up the good work :)

      Reply
      • Maiah
        October 7, 2011 / 9:46 pm

        Made my whole day! Thank you so much for the very kind words, xo

        Reply
        • Danielle
          Author
          October 8, 2011 / 1:08 am

          you’re welcome!

          Reply
  21. Mzri
    October 7, 2011 / 4:49 pm

    Awwww you look awesome!
    And I’ve been meaning to tell you what a number this site is doing on my bank account. Right after you posted about leather jackets, I just had to have a new one lol. And now I need nude suede shoes and a leather skirt.

    Reply
    • Danielle
      Author
      October 7, 2011 / 5:44 pm

      Hey now, make sure you don’t go suing me! lol

      Thanks so much! What kind of leather jacket did you get? #imnosy lol

      Reply
      • Mzri
        October 7, 2011 / 11:19 pm

        Don’t worry, the way I’ve been swiping I couldn’t afford a lawyer to sue you anyway lol.
        I got the leather jacket from the gap with the fabric panels. It has a stand up collar and the sleeves are actually long enough! I had to go to a few different gaps to find it in my size but I got it and I love it.

        Reply
        • Danielle
          Author
          October 8, 2011 / 1:10 am

          lmaoooo! ohhh nice! yay for sleeves that are long enough! I have a sleeves that don’t quite reach my wrists issue quite often…lol

          Reply
  22. Jennifer
    October 7, 2011 / 5:16 pm

    OMG, Danielle! You look great! And I’m so proud of you and your work. I remember when you first started this site. Hands up if you remember MyUrbanGlamour! I’ll always be a loyal reader and fan. :)

    Reply
    • Danielle
      Author
      October 7, 2011 / 5:43 pm

      awww! thanks, Jennifer!!! Really appreciate you! Remember our little life rants in LJ from years back? lol

      Reply
  27. aoki
    October 7, 2011 / 7:23 pm

    Haha! RT @StyleNBeautyDoc: New blog post: Why Yes, That IS Me in Essence Magazine with the Salacious Idris Elba: http://t.co/p1DPqk5M

    Reply
  34. Milly
    October 7, 2011 / 8:11 pm

    Wowza. Hot! RT @StyleNBeautyDoc: New Blog Post: Why Yes, That IS Me in Essence Magazine with the Salacious Idris Elba http://t.co/WbfQvU5v

    Reply
  35. Andrea
    October 7, 2011 / 8:57 pm

    You better work!!
    Love the outfit and way to show off the stems!

    Reply
  37. Dionne
    October 7, 2011 / 11:45 pm

    Soooooo proud of you, Baby Sis!!!! You look maaahh-vel-ous!!! Just don’t forget to tell them you know me and I taught you everything you know! LOL! :)

    Reply
    • Danielle
      Author
      October 8, 2011 / 1:11 am

      Awwww, thanks, DEE-ON! haha

      Reply
  38. Gigi
    October 7, 2011 / 11:46 pm

    Danielle, I lurve everything about this. The ‘hur’, the clothes, the peek-a-boo Essence mag in your hand, not to mention the swag. I Love it and i’m so happy and proud of you. Big things love, big things ;)

    Reply
    • Danielle
      Author
      October 8, 2011 / 1:11 am

      Thanks so much, Gigi!!! We gotta get to Footprints or something soon!

      Reply
  39. Claudette Gray
    October 8, 2011 / 9:33 am

    So proud of you, mi hija. Your photo is beautiful. I can see where you got your beauty!!!! And the fro looks good too.

    Reply
    • Danielle
      Author
      October 8, 2011 / 10:17 pm

      I meant to ask you about the “mi hija” earlier…lol. You’re a riot! Thanks, mom! Or should I say “mi madre” lol

      Reply
  40. Temi
    October 8, 2011 / 12:45 pm

    So happy for you :)
    Your legs look amazing. II wish I could wear high heels..properly…you should host a class..I’d go and pay..seriously
    I especially love pic #5! Beautiful!
    That’s Ruby Woo right? I just mght have to get that color. Really.

    Reply
    • Danielle
      Author
      October 8, 2011 / 10:16 pm

      Girl, those heels I’m wearing came off soon after the shoot…lol. I only keep heels on for a short period of time before I’m changed into flats.

      Thanks!!! The legs are courtesy ExerciseTV…lol. Yep, it’s Ruby Woo and you HAVE to get it. It would look SO GOOD on you, Temi!

      Reply
      • Temi
        October 9, 2011 / 7:29 pm

        Ok I will.I recently ordered Runaway Red from Gone but not Forgotten..can you do a swatch comparison of the two when you can? Oh and what do you line your lips with when using Ruby Woo or you dont?

        Reply
        • Danielle
          Author
          October 10, 2011 / 3:15 am

          Will do! I usually line my lips with MAC Lip Pencil in either Cherry or Burgundy.

          Reply
  41. Bukky
    October 8, 2011 / 2:58 pm

    Yay Danielle! Heeeeey legs!!!!
    3 of my faves in one place … Essence, Idris, Style & Beauty Doc.

    Reply
    • Danielle
      Author
      October 8, 2011 / 10:12 pm

      Awww! Thanks, Bukky!! :)

      Reply
  42. Dee
    October 8, 2011 / 8:07 pm

    That’s awesome!!! Congrats!!!

    Reply
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  44. Raijean
    October 9, 2011 / 6:09 pm

    Yeah buddy, sooo proud of you! You look great!

    Reply
    • Danielle
      Author
      October 10, 2011 / 3:15 am

      Thanks, Raijean!!!

      Reply
  45. Joanne_
    October 10, 2011 / 12:19 pm

    Love it all!! Congrats Danielle! And you look gorgeous in purple!

    Reply
    • Danielle
      Author
      October 17, 2011 / 11:47 pm

      Thanks, Joanne!! :)

      Reply
  46. Bhoranie
    October 10, 2011 / 5:31 pm

    You better WERK Danielle! Gorgeous pics!

    Reply
  47. Amber - Brown Bombshell Beauty
    October 11, 2011 / 1:23 am

    OMG, Danielle, CONGRATS! You look amazing in the pics – I see you working those legs, girl! LOL! You’re so deserving of all the great things coming your way! :)

    Reply
    • Danielle
      Author
      October 11, 2011 / 10:10 am

      Thanks, Amber! :)

      Reply
  48. Dobe
    November 14, 2011 / 4:02 pm

    CONGRATS! You look awesome! Love the color combo… and where could I pick up a pair of those legs? :)

    Reply
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  51. florence
    January 11, 2013 / 9:48 am

    I love ur smile nd want 2 look like u danielle

    Reply
    • Danielle
      Author
      January 11, 2013 / 11:43 am

      Hi Florence!

      Awww—thanks–such a sweet compliment! But I bet you’re a beautiful girl yourself :)

      Reply
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