French cosmetics giant L’Oréal has been found guilty of racial discrimination “for considering black, Arab and Asian women unworthy of selling its shampoo.”
This is shocking news considering the makeup maven’s television and editorial ads feature celeb beauties of color including Beyonce, Eva Longoria Parker, and Kerry Washington. 
 
According to reports, “France’s highest court was told that the group had sought an all-white team of sales staff to promote Fructis Style, a haircare product made by Garnier, L’Oréal’s beauty division.”
Well, Hot Mamas, I guess this means that we’re not worth it. Will this ruling stop you from purchasing  L’Oréal products?

Since her breakthrough roles in “Ray” and “The Last King of Scotland,” Kerry Washington has become quite the fashion plate.  Here she is giving us glamour at a Dolce & Gabbana party during the 62nd Annual Cannes Film Festival (she’s in Cannes to promote the Lee Daniels film “Precious”).  
 
 
Not too many women could pull off this silver dress with poofy sleeves.  And while I admire the elegant actress’ fashion flair, I’m not sure whether the frock is hot haute couture or a tin-foil-reminiscent ’80s prom reject.  What’s your vote?  Is Kerry’s metallic dress Hot or Not?

 
 
 
 
Image credit: Bauer-Griffin