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Buick GMC, Essence Magazine, B. Smith, NYC and Me

Blogger Junket, Events, life, Media Opp, Sponsored, Style, success, Uncategorized
09.23.2010

Last Monday I had the fantastic privilege of attending the Essence Magazine Fierce and Fabulous 40 Awards and Luncheon in Manhattan, courtesy of Buick GMC.  Back in August, I received a phone call from Buick asking me if I would be interested in trying out a 2011 Buick vehicle for a week, driving to NYC and attending the Essence luncheon and covering the red carpet.  What an opportunity!


I got to test drive a sleek Buick Enclave for an entire week.  I drove it to New York and loved the ride.  My car is a GMC Acadia, so I already know and love their cars and the Enclave is in the same category as my Acadia. But….the Enclave definitely had a few luxury features that I was psyched to learn about.

  • The cooling seats were an awesome perk! I live in the DC area and the summers are sweltering.  Boy could I have used these cooling seats when getting into an 120 degree car after a long, hot day.
  • The In-dash navigation.  As much as I love my Garmin and Google Maps on my Droid, the In-Dash Nav was lovely.  No need to plug anything in or type anything into my phone – I just called OnStar and they downloaded the route to the dashboard.
  • The rear-view camera! My Acadia beeps as if I get too close to something while backing up, but having a full view of what’s behind me is a huge bonus.

And off I went to The Big Apple.  The next 24 hours was a whirlwind of adventure, surprises and fun.  The highlights were definitely: dinner at B. Smith’s restaurant in Hell’s Kitchen; our group (StyleMom, Duong, Carolyn and I) were blessed with a visit from B. Smith and her husband! What’s more? They invited us back to their home!! Can you imagine? Me in B.’s gorgeous penthouse apartment on Central Park West. It was amazing.  She and her husband were just so warm and hospitable, sharing their memories, stories and space with us. Definitely a memory for the books!

The next day was the Essence event.  We had the pleasure of interviewing Essence staff, and all of the celebs gracing the red carpet! The day was unbelievable and hard to put into words.  Listening to the accomplishments of the strong and beautiful women in the room, and being surrounded by such power and inspiration was moving.  Diahann Caroll delivered a touching and honest keynote speech.  Nichelle and I definitely shed a tear.  I met everyone from Gayle King to Malinda Williams to Gabrielle Union to Kerry Washington to Tracee Ellis Ross to Michelle Ebanks to Cathy Hughes to Naomi Campbell to Angela Burt-Murray to Wendy Williams to Mikki Taylor to Estelle to Mary Mary to Anika Noni Rose to Sherri Shepard to Valerie Jarrett to Malaack Compton-Rock – I could go on! Check out the Essence.com photo gallery here.

But instead, I’ll let you watch the video of my experience that the hard-working Michelle and Colin put together on behalf of Buick.

I can’t thank Carolyn at GM Communications enough for the invitation and for being such a wonderful hostess! I had a blast. I’ll be posting my own photos soon. Happy 40th Anniversary Essence!

Thanks to Buick for providing me with the use of the Enclave for a week, sponsoring my travel, and for the hot ticket to such an exclusive event!

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  1. Kendra Tillman says

    09.23.2010 at 11:58 am

    Wow, Justice Fergie!
    Let me start by saying what an incredible opportunity. It is really great to know that blogging has opened the door for women to be able to live some of our childhood (and adult) dreams. I’ve been reading Essence since I was a little girl. Phenomenal that you had the privilege of being apart of their 40th celebration.

    I have to admit I am jealous (in a good way). I will live vicariously through you in this video. 😉 Blessings and much success to you as Blogalicious continues to open doors of opportunity bloggers of all ethnicities.

    Here’s to seeing you win in life and in business!

  2. Donné Allen says

    09.23.2010 at 1:14 pm

    What an extraordinary woman you are! That was seamless and I was thoroughly entertained watching you in action. I loved your interviews and your easy breezy interviewing style. Keep this up because it was refreshing to see a phenomenal lady honoring other phenomenal women! Go Stacey! Go Essence! Go Buick…who knew about those cooling seats?!

  3. Ananda Leeke says

    09.23.2010 at 3:37 pm

    You go sistalove. Loved the video!

  4. Janice Swan says

    09.23.2010 at 4:13 pm

    Absolutely fantastic! So proud of my niece!! Love you!

  5. Jamila Smith-Loud says

    09.23.2010 at 11:44 pm

    WOW!!!! This site looks great and you looked great out there on the red carpet. I am so proud of you!

  6. Anna Paris says

    09.24.2010 at 1:40 pm

    You are Absolutely Fabulous. You may be Justice Fergie now but wait….
    Fabulous Fergie….lol. love ya aa.

  7. Duong Sheahan says

    09.28.2010 at 1:35 pm

    OH, it was a fierce and fabulous time. I so enjoyed meeting you and the opportunity. What an amazing weekend!! Look forward to seeing you again soon. Hugs.
    @duongsheahan

  8. Yakini @ThePrissyMommy says

    10.08.2010 at 10:34 am

    What an amazing experience!!!!! 🙂 Loooved the video. You were fantastic. OMG @ you meeting Trasee Ellis Ross. I love her!

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