The New York Post reports that Tameka Foster won't let nobody to close to Usher even on a video shoot. Tameka is a nice person plus is an independent woman and all this dogging of her has got to go! This new one revolves around Keri Hilson. "Our on-set source said Foster was upset when she found out stunning singer/songwriter Keri Hilson was personally picked by Usher to play his love interest in the video." says the Post. Sometimes people do forget she is a Stylist and was Usher's stylist for a while there. I think we in the mainstream media , bloggers and fans of Usher should all read her profile and work. Read the NY Post article here....Below is Tameka's bio. It's not too much to read if you come to this blog? Thanks to Tamiko Hope at Word Ink PR in Atlanta for use of this information on my site Hiphossip.
Tameka had aspirations to develop a career in the fashion industry as early as high school. Her goal was to become a buyer for major boutiques and to eventually have her own. Armed with her strong will to succeed and her natural talent, Tameka attended the Fashion Institute of Design and Merchandising as a Marketing major, in Los Angeles, California in 1994. Her professional career began working in retail (as both salesperson and manger). She went on to style fashion models for photo shoots and work as a dresser for Giorgio Armani's fashion shows-all the while still attending FIDM in Los Angeles.
Word of mouth referrals were creating a buzz on Tameka's talent in the industry. Without the help of an agent or any form of advertising. Tameka's career snowballed. She began working for major labels such as Warner Brothers Music, Columbia/Sony Music, Epic/Sony Music, 550 Music/Sony Music, Arista Records, Noontime Music, Virgin Records, MCA, LaFace Records, SoSo Def, Dreamworks, Blackground and Aftermath. Tameka has styled artists such as Aretha Franklin, Patti Labelle, Toni Braxton, Wyclef, Usher, Eminem, Nas, Blu Cantrell, Sunshine Andersen, Maxwell, Dr. Dre, Faith Evans, Chaka Khan, Cherokee, Brian McKnight, Common Sense, Jagged Edge, Ginuwine and more…
That more came in the form of multi-grammy award winner, Lauryn Hill. Fate must have been working the day that Tameka happened to meet Lauryn Hill in an elevator in 1995. Foster was confidant and determined to win her as a client. Tameka's tenacity and obvious talent landed her the job to work with the Fugees (The Score). Soon thereafter, Tameka became Lauryn's wardrobe and personal stylist and helped to create a look for her that is emulated by top fashion designers while Lauryn's style placed her as one of America's top fashion icons.
Tameka's work with Lauryn graced the covers of top magazines such as Harpers Bazaar, Esquire, GQ, Rolling Stone, Seventeen, People, Teen People, Source, Vibe, Honey, and Details. She also worked on Lauryn's "Miseducation of Lauryn Hill" album, music videos, performances, television appearances, U.S. and European Tours and a myriad of award shows.
…on working with Lauryn…
"Working with Lauryn has taught me a lot. She is a total perfectionist and commands only the best. In that, we are a lot alike. She has shown me that with hard work, perseverance, faith and the will to succeed. I can accomplish anything!" Proving that her style of fashion was not only for the young hitmakers. Tameka began working with musical legend, Patti LaBelle. Tameka worked with Patti on her "Flame" and the soon to be released "When a Woman Loves" album packaging, videos, and several award shows.
…on working with Patti…
"Patti LaBelle is the most humble, nurturing and down-to-earth artist (diva) on the planet! She has shown me that no matter how much notoriety, fame or fortune you get, you never treat people as inferior. You always take time out to be grateful because nothing is ever promised….besides that, she has given me the ultimate fashion tips and glamour lessons."
Tameka is currently working as a freelance fashion stylist and lives bi-coastally between Los Angeles and Atlanta. In the very near future she plans to launch her own men and women’s clothing line, Gamut and Hides & Dungarees through her company, Swanky Designs. She offers personal shopping and on-line consulting services through her Website, www.tamekafoster.com. (This link is still under design and will be up soon.)
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