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Details: These variegated, pebbled leather open-toe booties feature metal grommets and a crossover detail at the upper; 4.25 inch stacked heel and 5 inch shaft; Leather sole.

Yesterday, one of NYC’s hip hop radio stations, Power 105.1, held a “Power Live” concert at Governor’s Island. Check out photos as Ciara, Diddy, Rick Ross, Kelly Rowland, J. Cole, Bobby Valentino, Miguel, DJ Self, Styles P, Fat Joe, Noreaga, Red Cafe, and Cassie attend the event as well as hit the stage.

This weekend, California was buzzing due to the Emmy Awards that took place. Audi hosted a star-studded event in celebration of the 2010 Emmy Awards. Celebrities in attendance included Tia Mowry, Hill Harper, Cory Hardict, and more. Check out a few photos as celebrities arrived at the event.

Designer: Elizabeth and James

Shoe: Moxy

Current Price: $395

Where: NeimanMarcus.com

Details: Black leather boots with a heel that measures approximately 5 inches with a 1.5 inch platform. These Elizabeth and James boots have an almond toe, a textured finish, a lace-up front and a tab at back.

This past weekend, the Annual Derrick Michael Armstead Memorial Basketball Tournament had taken place in Harlem. Who is Derrick Michael Armstead? Better known as Bloodshed, he was a member of the rap group,”Children of the Corn” along with Camron, Mase, and Big L. He was killed in 1997. The teams playing at the celebrity tornament were Dip Set vs. Quiet Storm. Celebrities in attendance included Jim Jones, DJ Clue, Noreaga, Yung Berg, and Freaky Zeaky. Check out a few photos from the tournament.

The movie “The Dry Land” is about a U.S. soldier returning home from war and is struggling to reconcile his experiences abroad with the life and family he left in Texas. The cast consists of America Ferrera, Wilmer Valderrama, and more. It will be opening in select theaters throughout the country. This weekend, the film premiered at the Colony Theatre in Miami. Aside from the cast members, celebrities in attendance included Columbus Short, Damien Dante Wayans, and more. Check out photos from the arrivals for “The Dry Land” premiere, consisting of celebrities walking the red carpet.

Designer: Elizabeth and James

Shoe: Primo

Current Price: $252

Where: Zappos Couture

Details: These insanely hot wedges from Elizabeth and James are the Primo look for the season! Lace-up closure ensures effortless on/off; Combo leather and canvas upper; Leather lining; Lightly cushioned leather footbed; Hidden wedge heel; Leather sole; 3 inch heel.

Earlier this week, sisters Angela and Vanessa Simmons hosted a launch party for their Pastry “Box of Chocolates” Collection. These two daughters of Reverend Run of Run DMC have been very successful in their endeavors with their sneaker line. Check out a few photos from the event as well as video footage of an interview where the Simmons’ sisters speak about the new collection.

The ‘Bottoms Up’ video premiered earlier this week but many people still has yet to see it. The internet has been buzzing that this video is a cross between Rihanna’s “Disturbia” and Usher’s “Lil Freak”. Check out the video of Trey Songz featuring Nicki Minaj for “Bottoms Up.”

Designer: Calvin Klein

Shoe: Karsyn

Current Price: $119

Where: Zappos.com

Details: This stylish, versatile pump can take you from the office to an evening out; Embossed or patent leather upper; Flattering almond-shaped toe; Man-made lining and sole; Lightly padded footbed; Stacked heel and platform; Man-made sole; 4 inch heel; 3/4 inch platform.

Designer: L.A.M.B.

Shoe: Quintessa Twist Booties

Current Price: $206.50

Where: Shopbop.com

Details: These L.A.M.B. open-toe suede booties feature twisted straps at the open upper; Back zip. 4.25 inch sculpted, lacquered heel;  Leather sole.

Designer: Miss Sixty

Shoe: Stacey

Current Price: $219

Where: MissSixty.com

The World Basketball Festival is brought together by Converse, the Jordan Brand, and Nike Basketball. The tip off took place on Thursday and showcased the 2010 USA Basketball National Team on court at Radio City Music Hall, followed by a performance by Jay-Z. Earlier in the day, players ran skills and drills with local kids. The celebration in New York will end at Madison Square Garden on Sunday for the tip off of USA vs France at 1PM. Check out photos as tons of celebrities attended the World Basketball Festival events, including Michael Jordan, Rick Ross, Jadakiss, Carmelo Anthony, Dwayne Wade, Chris Paul, MC Lyte, Fabolous, Adrienne Bailon, Spike Lee, and many more.

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InStyle Magazine hosted their 9th Annual Summer Soiree in NYC earlier this week. The celebrities in attendance included Kim Kardashian, Sanaa Lathan, YaYa DaCosta, Garcelle Beauvais, Jurnee Smollett, Rick Fox, and more. Check out a few photos from the arrivals and inside the InStyle Summer Soiree.

Designer: Gianmarco Lorenzi

Shoe: Suede Ankle Boot

Current Price: $794

Where: FarFetch.com

Details: Beauty, glamour, art and seduction are the hallmarks of the Gianmarco Lorenzi style. Superior craftsmanship shows through fine materials and unmistakable Italian design. Lorenzi boasts he makes the most perfect heel in the world. This navy blue, suede ankle boot from Gianmarco Lorenzi features a military style badge and inside leg zip fastening with a thin stiletto heel

“The Lottery Ticket”, in which Ice Cube is one of the executive producers of, consists of a star-studded cast including Bow Wow, Loretta Devine, Naturi Naughton, Bill Bellamy, Mike Epps, Charlie Murphy, Terry Crews, Teairra Mari, and more. The movie is about a young man living in the projects, and has to survive a three-day weekend after his opportunistic neighbors find out he’s holding a winning lottery ticket worth $370 million. It is set to be released on August 20th. The premiere took place yesterday in Los Angeles, California. Aside from the cast members, celebrities in attendance included Angela Simmons, Diddy, Jermaine Dupri, Lance Gross, Michael Jai White, Lil Twist, Tia Mowry, Jason Weaver, and many more. Check out photos from the arrivals for the “Lottery Ticket” premiere, consisting of celebrities walking the red carpet.

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TV personality Kim Kardashian and teen sensation Justin Bieber participated in an Elle Magazine photo shoot for the September issue. These two celebrities take photos on the beach and in a hotel room. Check out the photos and behind the scenes video footage from the shoot which details how the two met from Kim Kardashian and Justin Bieber’s photo shoot for Elle Magazine.

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Today, AT&T has released the new Blackberry Torch slider phone to its customers, which is the first Blackberry that is using the Blackberry 6 Operating Systems. To celebrate its release, a launch party was held in Los Angeles yesterday, with a performance by Drake. Celebrities in attendance included Serena Williams, Omarion, Too Short, Venus Williams, and more. Check out photos of Drake’s performance and celebrities attending the launch of the Blackberry Torch.

Designer: Pour La Victoire

Shoe: Irina

Current Price: $250

Where: Shopbop.com

Details: Launched in 2007, Pour La Victoire has created a line of quality, Brazilian-made shoes with a coquettish French aesthetic. These suede platform pumps feature seam details at the toe and heel cap. 1.25″ hidden platform and 4.75″ covered stiletto heel. Leather sole.

Funkmaster Flex is known for for his skills as a DJ, car customizer, radio host, and an all-around entrepreneur. Yesterday, the Hot 97 DJ celebrated his birthday in NYC at B. B. Kings. It was a hip-hop star studded event. The celebrities in attendance included Ja Rule, Busta Rhymes, Camron, Styles P, Noreaga, Sheek Louch, Melle Mel, DJ Kool Herc, and many more. Check out a few photos from Funmaster Flex’s Birthday Party.