Since we’ve been doing 2nd timers all week, I figured we’d keep the party going with Biko from Kenya:
The blogger for LamuTamu.com writes, “According to the insights on my computer, I was not surprised to discover that The Fashion Bomb Daily is the blog that I visit the most.”
“… I especially love looking at the Bombshell and Bomber features to see how the citizens of the world uniquely interpret style, translating it and making it a statement of their own. It’s like we are all members of one human family united by fashion.”
” It is even more refreshing when I see the plus size sisters turning it out, it signifies a bold confidence and defiance to a society that dictates we conform to a uniform idealized standard of beauty.”
“As for me and my fashion choices, I am a fan of having what I call dress rehearsals.”
” This means planning my outfit days in advance and building and tearing it up with accessories as the day to wear it draws nearer, I am inspired by cinema and fantasy.”
” Maybe that’s why my looks don’t translate well to street wear but, I just wear what is in my closet with no regard to what anybody may think.”
” Nothing is too over the top because, I am a fashion dreamer and I make those dreams come true using my closet… like every dream, there are nightmares but ultimately, they are my own.”
“Keep on dreaming because, until people begin to alter their lifestyles to make you comfortable, you should not consider altering yours to make them comfortable.”
Hot! You’re gorgeous. I’m loving your gowns and luxurious accessories. See Biko’s first feature here.
What do you think?
Fashion Bombshell of the Day is a feature showcasing the singular style of Fashion Bomb Readers. Send your name, location, a description of your style, and 6-8 picture(s) to thefashionbomb@gmail.com. Images submitted may be featured on Facebook or Twitter. Comments can be harsh, so bring your A game!
January 24, 2013 12:42 pm
im not seeing any real fashion im just seeing a whole bunch of thrift store color purple items thrown togethor… i can see where she going with it in a way……………………………………………..
January 24, 2013 12:43 pm
Ugh
January 24, 2013 12:50 pm
The same problems I had with Biko last time she was featured are the same problems I’m having with her now.
-Bad weave
-no everyday wear
-too all over the place
January 24, 2013 12:51 pm
THeir is no way this girl go outside with those kind of outfit. She must be doing this for a photoshoot
January 24, 2013 12:52 pm
I’m…just…so..confused…
January 24, 2013 12:54 pm
I dont know… but I love her energy!
January 24, 2013 1:09 pm
Here here Kitty B…. I SOO agree with you…
So when I look at the submits I rarely bash, because it takes guts to submit to this blog, but it bugs me to no end when I see african girls with these weaves!!! I wish you could wear you hair natural I think your so beautiful minus the hair and the clothes are pics, 2, 4, 4 & 6 are beautiful!!!!
January 24, 2013 1:14 pm
ummm…well…..but….nevermind.
January 24, 2013 1:16 pm
I can’t really tell what’s going on.
January 24, 2013 1:19 pm
This may very well be her “every day” wear. My father wore suits every day; never jeans & sneakers (or dungarees & tennis shoes as he called it). None of us are with her 24/7 to know what is considered casual to her.
I like the energy of it all if nothing else.
January 24, 2013 1:22 pm
No!
January 24, 2013 1:25 pm
He didn’t look good the last time and he looks worse this time. FAIL!
And stop playing in ya mama closet and with her cosmetics. Clearly whatever it is you are trying to do is not working for you.
January 24, 2013 1:28 pm
^^^^ HARSH
January 24, 2013 1:36 pm
@Problem? HE? Lmao
Not a fan. Hot mess IMO.
January 24, 2013 1:38 pm
harpo…who dis woman?
January 24, 2013 1:39 pm
I did feedback/criticism should be based on the bombshell’s aesthetic. No shade but I’m not a fan of his outfits. They are giving me more drag and less fashion, no shade. However, the bombshell said she is inspired by “cinema and fantasy.” Judging her looks based on the cinematic and fantasy aesthetic, I think she ABSOLUTELY nailed it. It might not be my cup of tea but she rocks the aesthetic she’s going for, so kudos sis. Keep doing you.
January 24, 2013 1:40 pm
LOL @ MiMi. I thought it was a Shim too *shrugs* as for the energy I give that a 10, but fashion a -10.
January 24, 2013 1:41 pm
*I think feedback/criticism
January 24, 2013 1:43 pm
Oohhhh lawd..that is all:)
January 24, 2013 1:46 pm
It’s …a lot.
January 24, 2013 1:58 pm
I think her first submission was better
January 24, 2013 1:58 pm
I personally prefer her first entry with fashionbomb. I enjoy her outlook of her style. She embraces her liking of gowns. I think if she had the opportunity to wear theatrical wigs and couture dresses she would. This is not my style but I appreciate someone who is true to themself.
January 24, 2013 2:00 pm
Well….she said that her style does not translate well to street wear so I get that. Although none of her looks are anything that I would rock and her style is definitely “costumey”, she did represent her idea of dramatic. So kudos for being yourself Biko
January 24, 2013 2:03 pm
Wait. Why does everyone keep saying “He…” Is this a man?
I liked the yellow African ensemble…
January 24, 2013 2:11 pm
@Annoyingly Right and LMBAO, “he’s” transgender
January 24, 2013 2:16 pm
I was going to say she would make an awesome drag queen…. But….
January 24, 2013 2:16 pm
Very dramatic, I liked the first submission better.
January 24, 2013 2:17 pm
Noxema Jenkins? Is that you, girl?
January 24, 2013 2:18 pm
I do like the first feature more!
January 24, 2013 2:34 pm
Are there guidelines for this? Confused
January 24, 2013 2:42 pm
He has not evolved at all. He is still all over the place, very diva-ish, very extra, the same terrible weaves/wigs but no real style, nothing to really emulate, be inspired by or enjoy. Just the “Biko Show”….again.
I still appreciate his “joie de vivre” and his life philosophy.
January 24, 2013 2:43 pm
not for the average person Biko looks dramatic.. suits him/her as a transformed person.. Bless his/her mother Thank God she loves her son soo much..
January 24, 2013 2:44 pm
hahahaha….lmao at Noxema Jenkins…i can not…yes that is a man!
January 24, 2013 2:45 pm
ps i know her family n heard of Biko..m only commenting to support her submission since i loove fashionbomb daily and look forward to bombshell/bombers submissions..
January 24, 2013 2:50 pm
Y’all are some nasty ignorant women!! Talk about harsh!! It’s always the ppl who are ugly on the inside and out talking crap!! Stop calling her a he!! It’s just rude!! Get cho life Biko is Everything! I’m a stylist and I know women who serve like this daily. It’s called being Faboulous! I wear real fur often minus the gowns because I’m a working mother . It’s always low self-esteem soccer moms who roll their eyes at me and wisper “where is she going”!! Jelousy will get you nowhere! Have a great day!;)
January 24, 2013 3:09 pm
I enjoyed HER first submission and applaud her for coming back for a second dose. Julie Newmar….lol…stop it. And for the rest of you ladies who are throwing “hims” out there, don’t be ugly. It’s 2013. Let’s be about some new shit this year, please?
January 24, 2013 3:10 pm
not understanding why his submissions were entertained a first time let alone a 2nd time…….all i see is wesley snipes in too wong fu !¡ maybe acting is his calling ???
January 24, 2013 3:14 pm
Love the positive attitude.
January 24, 2013 3:24 pm
Some of you people are just plain mean. You can comment on your dislike for her style without being mean and nasty about it.
January 24, 2013 3:29 pm
I have a feeling that Claire will be turning off the ability to post comments on this soon and very soon…
January 24, 2013 3:52 pm
I liked the pics in a very Carrie/Paris Sort of way!!!! Fashion is Fashion and just because the outfit can’t be found on a bigcartel site or Macy’s doesn’t mean it is not fashion!!! S/O to BIKO UR FAB!!!
January 24, 2013 3:53 pm
the spirit wins the post
January 24, 2013 3:56 pm
*blank stare* Neeexxxttttt!!!! This is a NO!
January 24, 2013 4:23 pm
Wait…can someone clarify this he/she thing…I wouldn’t have guessed that Biko was a man, and if yawl are saying that based on the way she looks… you all are going to hell in a handbasket. I may be in the minority but I love the drama and use of color… horrible hair and makeup…. gorgeous skin.
January 24, 2013 4:23 pm
” Nothing is too over the top because, I am a fashion dreamer and I make those dreams come true using my closet… like every dream, there are nightmares but ultimately, they are my own.”- this quote was too cute:(
January 24, 2013 4:36 pm
“Keep on dreaming because, until people begin to alter their lifestyles to make you comfortable, you should not consider altering yours to make them comfortable.”
January 24, 2013 4:40 pm
Not feeling this look at all. Its a bit too much for me.
January 24, 2013 4:41 pm
I will forever love Biko!
January 24, 2013 4:52 pm
You can tell that this woman is not a man. Her style is not for me, but she does has some cute looks. The white cupcake dress is cute and the red fur has some promise to it. I will agree that hair can make or break an outfit. Whatever you wear (weave, relaxer, natural), just do what looks best for you.
January 24, 2013 5:32 pm
For once, I love the description!
January 24, 2013 5:56 pm
Still remember the cumber bun ‘fit from last year. I died again just lookng at it. As a whole, I think the first submission was better or perhaps it’s that this submission shows little “evolution” in terms of styling? Yet, perhaps there isn’t supposed to be one and…it’s only been a year. Oh, yes, she looks great in that red stole everywhere. Yes ma’am and thank you!
January 24, 2013 5:59 pm
@Sarah… bad weaves are not inherent to Africans. Bad weaves unfortunately show up on all sizes, shapes, and colors.
January 24, 2013 6:22 pm
…..well i appreciate her dedication to her outfits. but does she wear gowns to the grocery store? to grab coffee? i don’t see how you can be dressed up allll the time. but hey, more power to her if she figured out how to do it.
January 24, 2013 7:15 pm
@Liz In Biko’s first submission Claire states that Biko is transgender….
January 24, 2013 7:26 pm
None of these looks are cohesive.
She is transgendered I’ve read about her before.
January 24, 2013 7:45 pm
I kind of figured this was a he/she. They are flamboyant and all over the place. BEE-Gone!
January 24, 2013 7:49 pm
Catfish
January 24, 2013 8:18 pm
It saddens me to see some of the nasty comments on here. Her looks are not my taste either ( maybe that’s how they roll in Kenya idk?) but the mean comments are unessacary . Her free spirit and attitude makes her the bomb over all the people who writes those mean spirited comments. Karma is real rather your behind a keyboard or not.
January 24, 2013 8:53 pm
*confused face*
January 24, 2013 9:30 pm
She’s fun,I like some of her fashions.
January 24, 2013 9:34 pm
Cute . Wish I had a fur or 3 . ;).
January 24, 2013 10:05 pm
EDIT! SIMPLIFY! Not every piece of jewelry or makeup you needs to be showcased in 1 look. Especially when the outfit is so strong. “Before you walk out the door everyday take one thing off”….. C. Chanel. In this case at least 3
January 24, 2013 10:41 pm
Anon
thanks.
I’m all confuzzled now.
January 24, 2013 11:34 pm
@ Sarah. I don’t understand the comment about African woman and weaves.
January 24, 2013 11:50 pm
HUH?
January 25, 2013 1:22 am
omg @ Prettigyrl78!! Im rolln over here!!
January 25, 2013 1:46 am
you guys are mean :-(
January 25, 2013 4:01 am
Omgosh I remember her being previously featured on here. Some of y’all are very mean for your comments. I don’t personally know her but remember visiting her blog after she was featured here a while back and from what i read she seem like the sweetest nicest person and very strong confident person. its a shame people are leaving such hateful nasty comments she really doesn’t deserve this. It’s one thing not to like her style but it’s another to leave nasty comments.
January 25, 2013 7:22 am
this is ideal fashion of black african women i m very inspire this collection
January 25, 2013 7:33 am
I just want to clarify some things here that have been said.
1.@Elle, Biko was a man but is now a woman going by the name Biko Beauttah.
2.@Sarah, bad weaves are not in any context related to Africans.As far as I know they are everywhere in the world.
3.@Shonnie, I can confidently confirm that that is not how we roll here in Kenya.FYI Biko lives in Canada but was born here.that’s HIS style not OURS.Kenya is a beautiful country with beautiful people with varied fashion styles.Thanks n.I love fashionbomb
January 25, 2013 9:16 am
I hope Biko is not offended by the senseless, narrow minded, self hated, bullies. What is a joke to you, maybe death to the person. You guys should be band completely from this site. ASSHoles
January 25, 2013 9:23 am
Bumboclaat!! No mon, Biko, go back to the drawing board.
January 25, 2013 7:25 pm
Never posted before but I seriously can’t believe the comments on this post. So much hate directed towards someone the majority of you don’t know. It’s truly sad. Also why are these comments even allowed up? I just feel bad for Biko who reads this site all the time. She shouldn’t have to come here and see some of these comments. It’s disgraceful.
January 26, 2013 12:32 am
I agree..some of these hateful comments should have been deleted! You would think the editors of this site would recognize their social responsability to maintain a more positive environment for their patrons! And the most pathetic part about this is these are grown ass ppl who have developed no more class than highschool children!..DISGuSTED.
To Biko..there is nothing more beautiful than individuality!! Later for those who try to knock you down..continue to always do YOU!! Love
January 26, 2013 5:42 am
To @Lemmons and @Spreadlovenothate…These are just internet people, I chop them left and right in reality on the streets.
To all the members of my human family leaving positive comments and well meant critiques, thank you for looking out. Yours are the only comments I see and take to heart.
To the silly people, you are ridiculously entertaining :-)
To Fashion Bomb Daily, you guys totally rock, keep up the good work- THANK YOU!!!!!!!!!
January 26, 2013 9:54 am
Biko you rock!!! All these narrow minded pigs are scared of something to visciously attack someone for being transgendered. We all know that is what is causing the vitriol. Shame on you all. Most of them claim to be of the first world lol. Chileeee that coat had me wishing, Toronto is a deep freeze! I love your style and your attitude. Clearly these people are still living for others! Thank goodness Claire is open minded!
January 26, 2013 4:49 pm
The pic with her in front of the XMas tree is the worse. I would have loved to see her natural hair though.
January 26, 2013 11:30 pm
I bet you she acts how she looks.
January 27, 2013 1:42 am
Hmmm…..it would’ve been nice to see some everyday outfits
January 28, 2013 11:50 am
ummm ok… blank stare
January 28, 2013 1:55 pm
Biko I live. Stay true, stay you :)
February 19, 2013 8:39 am
It´s not my taste, but I love it when people dare to be different, and do their thing.
February 24, 2013 5:49 pm
Hits and misses… But I love the energy and I’m a real fan of the positivity of Biko
” Nothing is too over the top because, I am a fashion dreamer and I make those dreams come true using my closet… like every dream, there are nightmares but ultimately, they are my own.”
This is beautiful! It should be every fashionista’s motto!! <3