Tuesday, January 4, 2011

Eat | Drink | Play: Dinner At Philippe Chow

Penned by Mop Top Maven at 1:15 PM
It feels like it's been forever. I've been uber sick as of late which took a toll on my blogging. I took these pics last time I met Lo for dinner, but didn't get a chance to upload them till now.
Lo and I made our way to Philippe Chow for a end of the year recap. We got together to discuss how we felt about this year, and what we can do to make next year even better. We have both pushed each other beyond the limits of what we thought was possible, and as a result we definitely feel we have evolved since our first "grind session" a little over a year ago. This year we're claiming more clarity, freedom, and continued blessings.
I wore some sort of tutu dress with a slouchy, scalloped sequined tank I picked up at Max Azria
Forgive the crappy pic quality. We were taking pictures in the ladies room, and the lighting was pretty awful. 
Lo wore an all black number with a belt I hope she gives to me... lol 
We both had the Beef & Broccoli; the beef in this dish are tender pieces of Fillet Mignon 
If you love a good cocktail, you have to try the Philliptini - It's sweet, with a bit of a kick. - I curled my hair in gigantic curls using a 2'' barrel curling iron, then I set them on large rollers for about 20 minutes. This creates bouncy curls with a little bit of volume. 
Lo did a Bantu Knot out for a change of pace from the straight hair. She uses Bantu Knots in lieu of heat in between styling visits! 

I'm catching up on posts today, so check back for the remainder of the product recommendations + regimen posts, and info re the first giveaway! 

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71 comments:

  1. Its.Dulcex3January 4, 2011 at 1:20 PM

    You are SO BEAUTIFUL that its crazy !

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  2. socialitedreamsJanuary 4, 2011 at 1:25 PM

    the tutu dress!!! wow, that is just awesome, I want a tutu :D you ladies stay fly!

    Vonnie
    http://www.socialitedreams.com/

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  3. Curly Honey BeeJanuary 4, 2011 at 1:25 PM

    I love your make-up what did you do for this look?

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  4. lamissJanuary 4, 2011 at 1:30 PM

    i checked your blog 30 times since your last post i m glad you posted something new i was having withdrawals :-) you guys look amazing!!i want frieds like you , everytime i see you guysi think omg i would love to hang out with them !you guys are so uplifting nothig like the ppl with the draining energy that you meet one a dayli basis

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  5. AdesuwaJanuary 4, 2011 at 1:33 PM

    I've been dying to go to Philippe Chow for like 2 yrs now. I think his restaurant in NYC is on Madison. I'm so gonna try it out. It look like you gals had a blast! That's AWESOME!!! I love seeing people happy and having fun. Especially in these times. Congrats on a successful 2010, and may God multiply your blessings, fortune, and happiness this year! Be blessed and encouraged!!! BTW... I'm TOO in love with your blog!!!

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  6. AnonymousJanuary 4, 2011 at 1:35 PM

    ditto @ lamiss. did the same. really sorry you were sick, but so good to see you back.

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  7. SassyNatrl805January 4, 2011 at 1:37 PM

    Glad to know you're feeling better. I was sick myself last week, so I know what you were going through. That food looks so delicious,and you ladies were rocking those 'fits well.

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  8. JazzJanuary 4, 2011 at 1:52 PM

    Cute post!!! Lo's hair is looking good!!! How long has she been natural now, her hair has grown!!!!

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  9. MarieJanuary 4, 2011 at 1:54 PM

    You are glowing in the first pic! Cute top & Lo's dress! Hope you're feeling better.

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  10. DanielleJanuary 4, 2011 at 1:55 PM

    Glad to hear you're feeling better! It's nice to see a new post; I have been doing a little blog-stalking as well, LOL. Can't wait to read more regimen posts!

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  11. alizéJanuary 4, 2011 at 1:58 PM

    SO glad to see u back loool
    as usual LO and u looking gorgeousss

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  12. LoveNWrightJanuary 4, 2011 at 2:07 PM

    When Lo gives you the belt, can you send me the dress?? And that beef and brocolli looks and sounds scrump-dilly-ump-tious!!
    Kay

    www.lovenwright.blogspot.com
    hair .|. finance .|. womanhood

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  13. M I N GJanuary 4, 2011 at 2:07 PM

    You two look gorgeous. I love the tutu and tank.

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  14. mysskayJanuary 4, 2011 at 2:18 PM

    lol, happy new year and glad to see you back...i was also wondering where you were, hoping all was okay. hope you feel better soon!

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  15. AnonymousJanuary 4, 2011 at 2:31 PM

    happy new year and hope you feel better soon

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  16. Amy IrvinJanuary 4, 2011 at 2:34 PM

    Wow, you're so gorgeous!

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  17. AnonymousJanuary 4, 2011 at 2:56 PM

    Yeah! So glad you’re back. I’ve been missing my daily dose of your blog. As always, you guys look amazing. Love the tutu! You are so giving us Sarah Jessica Parker in Sex and the City. Keep bringing it!

    P.S. Glad you’re feeling better.

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  18. Afrikan LatinaJanuary 4, 2011 at 3:00 PM

    I absolutely love that dress. You make me want to take more risks with my wardrobe. After I have this little one that's "baking" and get my shape back I'm hitting the thrift stores! Well it'll probably be before then. :)

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  19. UnknownJanuary 4, 2011 at 3:03 PM

    You and Lo are adorable! Happy 2011!

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  20. UnknownJanuary 4, 2011 at 3:14 PM

    Only you know how to rock a tutu! Lo is soooo beautiful!

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  21. Ereiol NottinghamJanuary 4, 2011 at 3:32 PM

    I too was checking for the daily moptop blog post! I love your spirit and style! you dont come off cocky or arrogant like some other bloggers ive seen! you beauty radiates from within! Keep you the good work! Oh!!! and thanks for referring us to From Nature With Love...I've ordered several products from them and have been completely satisfied!!!

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  22. kdenene40January 4, 2011 at 3:38 PM

    You both look marvelous darlings...lol. You are both so fly! Love it.

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  23. thomessaJanuary 4, 2011 at 3:39 PM

    You two look great!!

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  24. DarciaJanuary 4, 2011 at 3:44 PM

    Welcome back - missed your posts - beautiful as usual

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  25. Basic WomanJanuary 4, 2011 at 3:57 PM

    Welcome back! Missed ya! Did Lo relax her hair?

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  26. AnonymousJanuary 4, 2011 at 4:29 PM

    yea u back...missed u..

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  27. TaneicaJanuary 4, 2011 at 4:40 PM

    Welcome back! Missed ya! Hey, nice top! It's so sparkly!

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  28. Diva BoutiquesJanuary 4, 2011 at 4:50 PM

    Love the pink lip stick color, you must tell :-)

    divaboutiques.blogspot.com

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  29. AnonymousJanuary 4, 2011 at 5:48 PM

    the nude fishnets paired with the skirt are amazing. I've been wanting to try nude but was hesitant about how it would look on brown skin. ANd now I see - Gorg.

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  30. Jet-Setting DivasJanuary 4, 2011 at 5:49 PM

    Very cute! Love your hair!

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  31. UnknownJanuary 4, 2011 at 6:21 PM

    Happy New Year! You two look lovely! I also did the same by thinking about the past year, and what I hope to accomplish this year. Best of luck and I wish you positivity and success in 2011!

    -Kris

    http://thekrisbliss.blogspot.com

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  32. UnknownJanuary 4, 2011 at 6:32 PM

    OMGosh...I want friends like you both. That is one of wish; hopefully in this new year. What makes your friendship look so blessed is that you guy both are filled with ambition and working with each to get there. That's beautiful. Not much black women run into friendships like that. BTW I love LO's dress...very nice

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  33. UnknownJanuary 4, 2011 at 7:17 PM

    Love your outfit, definitely will be putting something similar together.

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  34. GoGoBrooklynJanuary 4, 2011 at 7:25 PM

    Lo is just adorable. You two are too fly for your own good.

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  35. AFJanuary 4, 2011 at 8:37 PM

    I LOVE your nude lipstick. I've been trying to find a good shade for brown skin. What brand/color is it?

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  36. JajababyJanuary 4, 2011 at 10:27 PM

    I absolutely love the tutu! Happy New Years ladies!

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  37. cocofiereJanuary 5, 2011 at 12:21 AM

    First, Happy 2011! Second, love the looks and the glow both you and Lo are rocking. Third, who makes the watch (I'm REALLY into watches lately) and the lipstick? I was doing the same as others, checking a few times a day for the new 2011 posts, LOL. In the months since I found your blog, it has become one of my daily go-to sites and I am glad all of us are going to have a prosperous, joy-filled year in 2011!

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  38. AnonymousJanuary 5, 2011 at 5:08 AM

    You both look gorgeous! Happy New Year and continued success in 2011. So glad you started your blog. Your drive, style and life philosophy have all really inspired me.

    Now product questions. LOL. I've been looking for cuff similar to Lo's forever. Can you check where she picked them up?

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  39. AnonymousJanuary 5, 2011 at 7:14 AM

    Moptop- What kind of watch is that? I. love. it!! it soo cute. Love your outfit as well! happy new year chica

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  40. Faces by TamaraJanuary 5, 2011 at 7:31 AM

    Your outfit is wonderful!
    I really miss Lo's blog. You guys look great!

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  41. THLBJanuary 5, 2011 at 10:14 AM

    The food looks delish!!

    THLB
    www.tryharderlivebetter.com

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  42. DeniaJanuary 5, 2011 at 10:55 AM

    First, I must say you girls look gorgeous!!! (But that's nothing new!)

    I have a question regarding Lo's bantu knot out. Whenever my hair is pressed I can never get it to stay in knots because it is far too slippery and silky.

    If she used any at all, would you happen to know what product Lo used on her hair when she did the bantu knots?


    xox,
    http://fdressing.blogspot.com

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  43. Guyanese SistaJanuary 5, 2011 at 11:41 AM

    Glad you're posting again and Happy New Year.

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  44. TheFabChickJanuary 5, 2011 at 2:09 PM

    I absolutely love Philippe Chow!! and you ladies look great of course! Look forward to reading more posts soon!

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  45. CashmereKinksJanuary 5, 2011 at 2:24 PM

    Ah! I love both of your hair! (is that grammatically correct?) I've never seen lo's straight hair... it is glamorous.. and you were looking very glam that night as well.

    I hope you guys had fun!

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  46. Stella B.January 5, 2011 at 4:09 PM

    Just wanted to say how good you ladies look, and hope this new year will be prosperous and wonderful for you both. Feel better soon, stay beautiful Nikole,and Lo,I'm luving your hair, and that outfit!!!

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  47. AnonymousJanuary 5, 2011 at 7:07 PM

    I am in love with your outfit. Do tell, where did you get the top, shoes, make-up! details, details!!

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  48. UnknownJanuary 5, 2011 at 8:23 PM

    Nikole,

    Where did you get your shoes? They're so pretty. I like the lip color, too. I've started experimenting with color lately, and that looks like one I'd try!

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  49. Curly ChicJanuary 6, 2011 at 5:02 AM

    I've missed your posts! Love your hair straight, love Lo's bantu knots and her pink lipstick! You guys are beautiful!
    Tammy G
    curlychics.blogspot.com

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  50. AnonymousJanuary 6, 2011 at 12:34 PM

    For similar Tutu copy & paste in address: http://www.bcbg.com/product/index.jsp?productId=4483307&cp=&searchId=53851988523&filter=yes&keywords=tutu+skirt&parentPage=search&searchId=53852255213

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  51. AnonymousJanuary 6, 2011 at 8:08 PM

    I can't believe you ladies, don't you do Internet searches or look at the fashion magazines to get an idea of what styles you like and that look good on you. Also, there's a whole 'nother world on the Internet to check out fashions! Go visit your local dept stores to window shop and try on things. And how is it that you don't know about makeup colors (go visit the MAC counter or Sephora store and talk with and let the makeup artist help you (both are also online). Why is it you fawn over one person who no doubt employed these various ideas and use it to her advantage. You ladies too can be like Moptop, if you just put forth the effort!

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  52. Lori CottonJanuary 6, 2011 at 9:58 PM

    Happy New Years ladies!! Nik we can trade my belt for your tutu, I am still trying to find a way to sneak it from you!

    @Denia I experienced the same issue with my hair slipping, do you secure your ends with bobby pins? This helped me tremendously, for strands that slip through the bobby pin I just leave more hair out and use another bobby pin to secure that. Also, I prefer smaller bobby pins to grab my ends and keep them secure. I put a silk scarf and satin bonnet over my knots as well to make sure they stay secure. I hope that helps!

    @ Anonymous

    I got my cuffs from Forever 21! I got them pretty recently so you may be able to come across a pair, good luck!

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  53. VeronicaJanuary 7, 2011 at 5:45 AM

    The two of you remind me of myself and my best friend Misha'el. When we were living in L.A. (she's still there) we would meet eachother for dinner, go out, shopping and push and encourage eachother. We're still doing it 3000 miles apart but of course we dont get to hang as often.

    Every girl needs a friend like you have in Lo and as I have in Misha.

    You two ladies look gorgeous! Happy New Year!

    www.pretty-girl-rock.com

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  54. KayDanaiJanuary 7, 2011 at 9:54 AM

    I love love looooooove you outfit!

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  55. VeronicaJanuary 7, 2011 at 1:17 PM

    I love your look!!!! Its really stunning!

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  56. kishkishJanuary 7, 2011 at 2:06 PM

    You look gorgeous! Happy New Year :)

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  57. HUMANITYISBEAUTIFULJanuary 8, 2011 at 10:00 PM

    Great outfit! I have decided to go on the healthy hair regimen. Wish me luck!
    humanityisbeautiful.blogspot.com

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  58. AdesuwaJanuary 10, 2011 at 2:59 PM

    ... you are still sick, huh? Man, oh man! I am praying for you! Get well soon. I really hope you are okay... seriously, feel better!

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  59. AnonymousJanuary 11, 2011 at 11:45 AM

    What lens do you shoot with?

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  60. GigiJanuary 11, 2011 at 5:33 PM

    you & Lo look awesome! and I'm loving the adult tutu! so creative!

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  61. GigiJanuary 11, 2011 at 5:33 PM

    ...feel better :)

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  62. HerkkuJanuary 12, 2011 at 5:32 AM

    really nice...

    http://avec-scocia.blogspot.com/

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  63. AnonymousJanuary 12, 2011 at 6:09 PM

    Yay! Perfect timing I was feeling old with the ever-growing greys and I didn't want to loose one strand from over processing..(I'm taking the challenge) and well I've been obsessing about every strand that comes out. Thank you Thank you thank you for a beautiful alternative for my black hair.

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  64. MasqueradeJanuary 15, 2011 at 3:42 PM

    Happy New Years ladies....Hi Nik, I need help!! I've been natural for about 6 years but after flat ironing, coloring and blow drying I've had to do the big chop numerous time. I've really fallen off as far as taking care of my hair. I need a jump start. I'm a bit overwhelmed after reading about all the products to try to rid my hair of it's damage. I need a 1, 2, 3, step to get me going. What should I do. I have type 3c/4a hair. My hair is really brittle and short at the crown and straight and long in the front. I'm currently using Kera Care Dry and itchy scalp shampoo and Miss Jessies Rapid Recovery Treatment. I usually moisturize my hair with Miss Jessie's Baby Buttercreme. Please give me your best steps to get my hair back in tip top shape.....thanking you in advance.

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  65. UnknownJanuary 18, 2011 at 1:24 PM

    beautiful ladies enjoying the night, I love your tutu, its adorable.

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  66. Downtown Foodie of RichmondJanuary 24, 2011 at 12:36 AM

    You and Lo's hair looks absolutely gorgeous!! You two are so fabulous!! What a blessing to have such a great friend who seems to understand so much of you.

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  67. Downtown Foodie of RichmondJanuary 24, 2011 at 12:37 AM

    And Lo's eye makeup is gorgeous! Your eye liner really brings out your eyes!

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  68. Jungle BarbieJanuary 29, 2011 at 12:38 AM

    Love the tutu dress.
    http://junglebarbie.blogspot.com
    Syn

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  69. Edwina@FASHION+ARTFebruary 1, 2011 at 12:40 PM

    You two are adorable. Glad you're feeling better.

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  70. AnonymousFebruary 2, 2011 at 7:36 AM

    Moptop, where are you? I think this is the longest you've been without a post! Hope everything is ok with you. We miss yoooou!!!!

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  71. Jelena ZivanovicFebruary 5, 2011 at 12:06 PM

    both of u girl look amazing!!!:) i found your blog today on bloglovin,and what a nice surprise-it's a fantastic one!:) i hope u'll be back in the blog world soon!:) btw i have started to follow u,on bloglovin and google as well!:)
    xoxoxox
    http://glamfabchameleon.blogspot.com/

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