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Personal Update: Hospitalization & My Cat Vladimir’s Passing

Hey Guys. I've been meaning to write this sooner and I guess it's taking me a while because I knew…

5 years ago

FBF: Our Top 10 Whitney Houston Music Videos

This upcoming Sunday, August 9th, is the bornday of Miss Whitney Houston. Born in 1963, this legend would be 57…

5 years ago

Happy Birthday Patrick Ewing! Watch His Top 10 Career Plays

Happy Birthday Patrick Aloysius Ewing! Born August 5, 1962 in Kingston, Jamaica - this Basketball Player was a beast on…

5 years ago

How Safe Are Your Beauty & Household Products? Find Out on EWG.Org

Since 2013, I have been utilizing the website (now also a handy app) EWG.Org to find how toxic my everyday…

5 years ago

5 Of My Favorite Trans Musicians To Add To Your Playlists!

              In honor of June being Pride Month, but also in support of the…

5 years ago

54 Black-Owned Brands to Support Today & Every Day *repost by Marie Claire Magazine

*This is a repost by Marie Claire Magazine, written by  Marina Liao  (June 3rd, 2020) "In the wake of George…

6 years ago

Stop Playing Yourself & Start Meditating Now!

Many of the most famous and successful people meditate daily. It's free, it's easy, you can do it almost anywhere…

6 years ago

LIFE: DJ’ing For Snark Park & American Express at Hudson Yards (3.15.19)

Special shoutout to Daniel Arsham, the Snarkitecture Gang and American Express for having me DJ their celebratory private dinner for…

7 years ago

LIFE: The Story Behind My Short Film, “French New York Wave”

Before I debut my film, I have to tell you a story and share some "behind the scenes"... Me and…

7 years ago

A Stop-Over in London to Play with The Knicks – Maya Jama, AlunaGeorge, John Starks & More!

As I was planning a trip to Paris for Men's Fashion Week last week, I was invited by Lea Juliano…

7 years ago

LIFE: DJ’ing The Tommy Hilfiger #TommyxLewis Afterparty – Performance by Travis Scott

Last night was a major moment for me! I was given the incredible honor of DJ'ing the Tommy Hilfiger afterparty…

7 years ago

FLASHBACK: Directing Jadakiss’ “Letter To Big” Video in 2009

It was all a dream. In 2009, I had the honor of directing a video for the Notorious soundtrack. Biggie has been a huge…

9 years ago

NEWS: Vashtie, Cara Delevigne, Binx Walton & More for DKNY JEANS

Um. Like. I can't. DKNY has been so amazing to me. They made my entire last year super glamorous, having…

9 years ago

Life: Migos “Bad & Boujee” Women Only Dinner in NYC – Draya Michele, Saleh Marley & More!

Last night, I was delightfully invited to attend the 300 ENT and Migos (Women Only) Dinner and Party in NYC'…

9 years ago

Watch ‘This Machine Kills Racism’ Mixtape Visuals by Vashtie

Back in July 2016, I made a mixtape titled "This Machine Kills Racism". At the time, I was overwhelmed with…

9 years ago

LIFE: L’Oreal Photoshoot in Paris & Hpnotiq Texas Tour (4.11 – 4.16)

Jeez! This past week was intense. 5 flights in  5 days! I'm not even a musician and I'm not on…

9 years ago

That Time I Wrote, Directed and Starred in an Art Film to “Hotline Bling” Featuring Johnny Stevens (of Highly Suspect), ASAP Bari, Luka Sabbat & More

Note: This post was originally posted October 6th, 2015 Still from the #UOGLB Art Film. 2015 Me and this girl…

9 years ago

LIFE: Houston’s Greg Noire Shoots Vashtie in Unexpected NYC Rainstorm (PHOTOS)

I met Greg Noire during my Hpnotiq Tour while having a DJ Show in Houston. He hit me on Instagram…

9 years ago

FEATURED: Happy Birthday Kanye! Directing “Us Placers” Music Video by CRS in 2007

OMG. I cannot believe how time is flying. It's obscene, actually. 9 years!!! Anyways. Before I do a full introductory…

9 years ago

FASHION: Violette New York Launches New Capsule

My brand Violette New York has had some exciting collaborations in the past from Puma, Bowery Bob, & more. Today,…

10 years ago

MUSIC: “When Thugs Cry” Vashtie’s 1st Mixtape!

This mix is inspired by Romantic Ruffians and Sensitive Thugs worldwide. Not to be confused with the average Sad Boy…

10 years ago

TONIGHT: “PROTECT ME FROM MYSELF” RELEASE PARTY

Join Gogy for the NYC release of  PROTECT ME FROM MYSELF , published by Richardson Magazine. BOOK RELEASE, PHOTOGRAPHY EXHIBITION + FILM…

10 years ago

WATCH: At Home with Vashtie – Makeup Essentials

Whether your usual makeup routine takes 5 minutes or 3 hours, I've personally always liked to keep mine nice and…

10 years ago

RANDOM: Scored Some Louis Vuitton During My Paris Trip – Pochette Metis & More!

So, I'm from the hood and growing up - my family and I were too poor for name brand anything.…

10 years ago

WATCH: Kirk Knight ft. Joey Bada$$ – “5 Minutes” Video

My friends over at Pro Era are continuing their intense wave of content. Kirk Knight and Joey Bada$$ release an…

10 years ago

WATCH: The Mind – “Mercury Rising”

A few weeks ago I came across an amazing song called "Mercury Rising" from an artist named theMIND. I fell…

10 years ago

LIFE: This Trini-American Attends Her Very First Trinidad Carnival

So, as many of you know - both of my parents are born and raised in Trinidad and as the…

10 years ago

LIFE: NYFW Men’s – My 3 Favorite Shows – Public School, Billy Reid & Rochambeau

Phewww. The work week is over and so was my part-time job of attending not only Fashion Week Shows, but…

10 years ago

MILK Makeup – An Indie Girl’s Must-Have Beauty Collection

Written by contributor: Dina Cook February 8, 2016 marks the launch date of MILK Makeup. Yes, that's MILK as in…

10 years ago

WATCH: At Home with Vashtie – Vitamin Essentials

One thing that's super vital to my health and beauty regimen is my daily vitamin intake. Preserving my body is…

10 years ago

WATCH: At Home with Vashtie – Skincare Essentials

I’ve always focused on the importance of taking care of myself. From taking daily vitamins to my love affair with…

10 years ago

LIFE: Hangout for Downtown Artists & Influencers – Sway Lounge Closes in NYC

A sweet and somber line, halfway down the block, waiting to pay their respects to Sway Lounge. Some of you…

10 years ago

WATCH: Mozartrick – “All White x Cash Out” Music Video

It's not everyday that you come across a song you instantly enjoy and it's even more rare to come across a…

10 years ago

LIFE: My Long Overdue Vacation back to Goldeneye Jamaica

Some of you may remember when I DJ'ed last year in Jamaica for NYE at the islands coveted Goldeneye Resort…

10 years ago

WATCH: Raury – “Trap Tears” Music Video

As a director, I really appreciate music videos that are conceptual and outside the box. One of my good friends,…

10 years ago

WATCH: Kirk Knight – “Knight Time” (Video)

My good friend Kirk Knight released his amazing project "Late Knight Special" back in October. I was super proud of…

10 years ago

SHOP: Mystery of Violette Boxing

From spending time with family, giving (and getting!) gifts, and starting a new year, the holiday season is one of my…

10 years ago

SHOP: Violette New York’s Vintage Mickey Mouse Collection

Growing up, Mickey Mouse was one of my favorite cartoon characters. Since his creation in 1928, he's become one of…

10 years ago

LIFE: DJ’ing for Cadillac x Public School in Dubai! My very first time there!

When the email came in asking if I was interested to DJ for Cadillac x Public School's debut collaboration in…

10 years ago

LIFE: 3 Simple Dishes To Compliment Your Vegan Thanksgiving Dinner

For those of you out there who are vegan, transitioning to vegan, or have a predominantly plant based diet like…

10 years ago