Cardi B Stepped Out to Promote her Latest Song ‘Bongos’ in a Hanifa FW23 Turquoise and Orange Taliah Maxi Dress

Magnetic, charismatic, and unapologetic, Cardi B has done it again- delivering one of the most electrifying and vivacious music videos to rock the Internet.

Her latest song, ‘Bongos’ featuring Houston, Texas rapper Megan Thee Stallion has quickly become a fan favorite, amassing over 14 million views and coming in at #1 for top music videos on Youtube.

With a budget of 2-million dollars, to ensure the most eye-catching visuals, Cardi and Meg made quite the scene in Malibu, California with colorful monochromatic looks in the most vivid and juiciest color schemes.

Still in ‘Bongos’ mode while on the East Coast, Cardi slayed the big apple in an orange and turquoise ombre Hanifa FW23 ribbed knit dress known as the “Taliah Maxi.” The hip hugging bodycon dress had cutouts at both the bust and hem of her dress and felt very on trend to the Southern, California theme of ‘Bongos.’

When it came down to Cardi’s accessories, she went bold with gold layered bangles, statement circular earrings and a shiny gold ring that highlighted her long fiery red coffin nails.

She dominated the room with her picturesque glam including peachy shadow, feathered eye lashes, lip lined lips and contour that perfectly defined her facial features.

We’re glad to see Cardi B is back in her music bag and element, and she never ceases to amaze us with her authenticity that often exposes the facade of others living a lie.

She has come such a long way from growing up in Washington Heights and Bronx, to being a star on Love & Hip Hop, and now taking over the Hip-Hop industry as one of the best rap emcees.

This goes to show that you have a vision that no one else can see but you, don’t give up on that vision, work hard and believe in yourself, and when the time it right, you shall see that vision come into fruition.


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Kelly Rowland Stunned in a Target X Rowing Blazers Red and Blue Checkered Polo Dress with $550 White Marc Jacobs Platforms and a $2,610 Bottega Veneta Handbag during NYFW

To kickstart New York Fashion Week, Rowing Blazers x Target held a launch event in honor of the brands collaboration set to debut September 23, and perhaps singer Kelly Rowland served as the ‘poster girl’ for their limited edition collection.

Offering an assortment of sporty dresses, blazers and rugby shirts, Rowland was an instant hit in the brands red and purple checkered mini dress that shone brightly against her rich melanated skin complexion.

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Keep things conventional and playful, with innovative shapes, Rowland paired her Rowing Blazers x Target dress with cotton white Marc Jacobs croc embossed Kiki ankle boots.

The rounded toe Kiki platform boot which retails for $550, is new and improved with an ankle cut style and signature multi straps that fastens in the front. These boots definitely added volume and edginess to Rowland’s fierce look.

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In addition to her platform boots made from cow leather, she also enhanced her outfit with a $2,650 white leather Bottega Veneta mini Jodie hobo bag.

Labeled an ‘It girl” favorite, Kelly’s Bottega Veneta bag was identifiable by the brands signature intrecciato woven construction, gold hardware, and slouchy silhouette which Bottega is known for.

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Kelly Rowland looked classy, preppy and brilliant as she posed in front of a white wall distinguished by colorful art in varied gold frames.

We love her use of white accessories which highlight her white collar on her dress, and we couldn’t help but notice her diamond necklace and bracelet that elevated her ensemble and ultimately blew us away.

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What say you? Was Kelly’s look HOT! or Hmm…?

Heirs of Afrika Hosts its Sixth Annual International Women of Power Lunch featuring Koshie Mills, Loni Love, Yo Yo, Claire Sulmers, and More!

The sixth annual Heirs of Afrika International Women of Power Luncheon was a moment in Black female excellence and style. Black women from Africa to America gathered in Los Angeles to award and recognize their fellow sisters for their contributions and innovations in their respective fields.

The sixth annual Heirs of Afrika International Women of Power Luncheon was a moment in Black female excellence and style. Black women from Africa to America gathered in Los Angeles to award and recognize their fellow sisters for their contributions and innovations in their respective fields.

Heirs of Afrika, the global multimedia enterprise/movement founded by Ghanian-American Koshie Mills, tapped comedian and talk show host Loni Love as the host while other dynamic attendees included Dr. Constance Ejuma, creative director Erricka Sumatra, actress Osas Ighodaro and so many more empowering women from across the diaspora.

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Among the many powerful figures in the room was our CEO, Claire Sulmers, who had the honor of presenting model Sonia Barbie Tucker with the Goddess Beauty Award. Her sexy leopard print Fashion Bomb Daily Shop dress was a fun contrast to Tucker’s green Je Suis gown.

It was so uplifting and empowering to see so many women of color gather together in celebration of all the accomplishments that we’ve made. Perhaps it was a testament of the strength, tenacity and legacy that’s undoubtedly embedded in our community.

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The evening was accompanied by a fitting performance by the legendary Yo-Yo.

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It was a fun time!

See more and follow Heirs of Afrika on Instagram @HeirsofAfrika.

What do you think?

Who Wore It Better? Saweetie vs Coco Jones in a Red Sequin LaQuan Smith SS23 Cut Out Gown

Both rapper Saweetie and R&B singer Coco Jones wore a sizzling haute red LaQuan Smith gown on two different occasions, and amongst the two- we can’t decide who wore it better.

The sequin-embroidered gown which retails for $2,750 has a plunging round neckline and midriff cutout with a slit in the back. Inspired by the tropical air of Morocco, this dress is vivid in color and seductive which are two attributes that Smith has mastered.

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On her way to New York Fashion Week last week to view Smith’s latest collection, the “My Type” rapper, 30, wore the SS23 gown with minimal accessories including a silver embellished cuff and statement earrings.

Her beauty and glam was up to par with a bold red ombre lip, and a smokey eye that accentuated her eyes. Her updo with immaculate with a side swoop, and a ponytail that consisted of intricate bantu knots.

She spoke about how she went from standing during one of Smith’s NYFW shows a few years ago, to now being seated front row. In an interview with WWD, Saweetie expressed, “I was actually at one of his first fashion shows,” Saweetie said of her support for the designer. “But when I was at his [early] shows, I was standing, not sitting. I’ve evolved in the fashion world, I know that’s right.

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Contrary to Saweetie, Coco Jones kept things simple, allowing the dress to be the statement and paired her look with dangling lavender earrings to the 2023 BET awards. She kept her hair pulled back with two front strands, and opted for a soft nude beat.

With a smaller bust, the dress framed Coco’s body differently than Saweetie’s dress, yet still was complimentary to both of their midsections, characterized with ‘abs for days.’

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Between Saweetie and Coco, who do you think wore the dress better?

On the Scene at the 2023 VMA’s: Nicki Minaj in Dolce & Gabbana, Yung Miami in Han Kjobenhavn, Cardi B in Dilara, Doja Cat in Monse + More

The VMA’s took off with a bang this past week at New Jersey’s Prudential Center and perhaps there couldn’t have been a better host than Nicki Minaj who has the most #1 rap songs in US iTunes history.

The star-studded affair was nothing shy of spectacular and extraordinary moments with Minaj bringing her performing arts background to the stage in the most theatrical way, Cardi B and Megan Thee Stallion hitting the stage together, and Diddy performing and receiving the Global Icon award with his children by his side.

Not to mention all the fabulous pink carpet looks that we saw our favorite celebrities arrive in. Yung Miami was a showstopper in designer Han Kjobenhavn, while the legendary Mary J. Blige served us a beaded and feather tease by Albina Dyla.

Cardi B’s silver futuristic ensemble looked complimentary to VMA’s trophy award, “the moon man,” and Saweetie gave skeletal realness in a pink crystal Area gown which appeared to be held together by two skeleton bones.

Sister’s Chloe and Halle Bailey also made a debut at the VMA’s, with Chloe opting for a blue patched Roberto Cavalli gown, and her mini me Halle looking citrusy in an orange Le Thanh Hoa chiffon gown. Word on the street is that Halle may be expecting with beau DDG, and based on the silhouette that she chose, the speculations continue to grow.

Ahead, see what our favorite celebrities wore on the pink carpet at the 2023 VMAS:

Nicki Minaj in Dolce & Gabbana

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Yung Miami in Han Kjobenhavn

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Mary J. Blige in Albina Dyla

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Cardi B in Dilara

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Chloe Bailey in Roberto Cavalli

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Hailey Bailey in Le Thanh Hoa

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Saweetie in Area

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Doja Cat in Monse

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JT in Mirror Palais

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Ashanti in Monica Ivena

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Emily Ratajkowski in Vintage Jean Paul Gaultier

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NLE Choppa in Kennimer

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The Combs Twins and Chance Comb in Dolce & Gabbana

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Doechii in Dsquared2

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Lil Nas X in Palomo

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Shakira in Versace

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Tiffany Haddish in Jason Wu

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Olivia Rodrigo in Ludovic de Saint Sernin

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Karol G in Ashi Studio

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GloRilla in David Koma

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Rita Ora in Rodarte

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Nicki Minaj in Saint Laurent

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Coco Jones in Moschino

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Fashion Bomb Hair: Asap Rocky’s Oversized Rhinestone Hair Pins Have Captured Attention at NYFW

A$AP Rocky is living up to his “Fashion Killa, Trendy N*gga” title with his latest hairstyle. The Harlem rapper recently attended the Harlem’s Fashion Row Show and Style Awards on Tuesday in New York City, where he accepted the Virgil Abloh, “Icon of The Year” award.

Styled in a crisp white button-down, a bold yellow and black checkerboard tie, that he layered with a cream Celine cardigan and a black pleated skirt, A$AP appeared on the red carpet with style.

However, his hair accessories and style is what really stole the show. Sporting XL rhinestone hair clips attached to his freshly braided cornrows is what sealed the deal for the trendsetter. But are we surprised?

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A$AP is full of bold moves, but this move in particular is still currently the talk of New York’s Fashion Week.

Could this be a trend for the future? That’s the current question and of course A$AP Rocky trendsetting style is helping to facilitate that conversation.

With a dominance in both masculinity and femininity, A$AP is a rapper who has confidence and isn’t afraid of trying new thing out.

It’s safe to say that A$AP Rocky has officially taken the role of leading the new generation of rappers to explore their own unique style with any disregards.

Bombshells, was A$AP Rocky’s hairstyle hot or hmmm?

Ariana Grande’s r.e.m. Beauty Sweetener Foundation Just Dropped and is Available in 60 Shades

Bombshells grab your purse and run to your nearest Sephora, Ariana Grande‘s r.e.m. Beauty has officially released their first-ever foundation.

Featuring 60 skin-loving shades, the “Sweetener” Foundation is fueled with r.e.m. beauty’s hydra smooth essence, raspberry leaf extract, hyaluronic acid spheres and niacinamide.

The formulation is designed to conceal, even skin tone, and minimize the look of imperfections, making the skin look healthy and radiant.

The “Sweetener” Foundation is a buildable formula that gives you the option of medium or full coverage and gives you a two in one deal with just one product.

Along with the foundation release, r.e.m. Beauty is also releasing a full face blender and f1 foundation brush at a splurge of $17.00 to enhance application — helping achieve a flawless, soft-blur finish.

r.e.m. beauty’s Sweetener Foundation is currently available at a splurge of $35.00 on the brand’s website, Sephora, and Ulta stores.

At first sight would you splurge?

Fashion Bomb CEO Claire Sulmers, Marlo Hampton, Alonzo Arnold Celebrate FENDI’s Boutique Opening in Atlanta

Italian luxury never looked better, and last night some of the most fashionable individuals in Atlanta gathered together to celebrate the opening of FENDI’s new boutique at Phipps Plaza in Atlanta.

Of course Fashion Bomb CEO, Claire Sulmers made a luxe arrival in her Loewe mirrored shades, and silk FENDI skirt, that she paired with bold silver metallics to compliment her chrome stiletto nails.

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Reuniting with Real Housewives Star Marlo Hampton, who attended the Bomb Fashion Show last Saturday, the two looked chic and on season as they enjoyed the cocktail reception on the Tesserae rooftop lounge.

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Hampton, who’s known for being one of the most fashion-forward housewives, was a sight to behold and looked pristine in a soft blush pink maxi dress that she accessorized with a sequin FENDI bag, and white FENDI boots that had the brand’s logo on the heel.

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ATLANTA, GEORGIA – SEPTEMBER 14:(L-R) Catherine Brewton, Jake Walton, Marlo Hampton and guest attend the opening of the FENDI Atlanta Phipps Plaza store at Tesserae at Thompson Buckhead on September 14, 2023 in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo by Paras Griffin/Getty Images for FENDI)

Known for being one of the most stylish influencers in the Atlanta area, with a following of 1.6 million followers, and videos that go viral by the dozen, Alonzo Arnold slayed the scene per usual in a chocolate brown mini dress that they paired with slouchy boots and a FENDI logo mini bag. Arnold’s blonde bob cut was to die for, with make-up perfectly applied.

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In addition to Arnold, Paris Chea accompanied Marlo Hampton to the event in an all white look, layered with a feathered bolero, and a white mini FENDI handbag.

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Paris Chea’s sunglasses and gold FENDI boots were the perfect Bomb Accessories. Both Sulmers and Chea shades and metallic components were parallel to each other.

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Overall, FENDI hosted one of the most extravagant rooftop events to celebrate the opening of their new boutique which will open to the public on September 21st, 2023 and will offer both Women’s and Men’s ready-to-wear.

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We can’t wait! Phipps Plaza in Buckhead, Atlanta is the ultimate designer destination with the most sought after brands.

Be sure to stop by and tell them we sent you!

LaQuan Smith Combines Glamour and Sci-Fi to Deliver a Stunning SS 24 Collection During New York Fashion Week

Beep Beep! Who got the keys to the jeep? LaQuan Smith does and he’s zooming passed his fellow designers with his SS24 collection that debuted Monday evening at Lower East side venue Skylight at Essex Crossing.

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Drawing a slew of celebrities like Mary J Blige, Baby Face, Saweetie, and Karreuche Tran, Smith reigns supreme in the hip-hop industry and black culture.

He’s designed for some of the greatest including Beyonce, Rihanna and Vice President, Kamala Harris, and his latest designs will prove to gain him more popularity among the masses.

Eclectic and charismatic, we saw numerous models slay down the runway in metallic looks- letting us know that the shiny fabric will be a main theme and trend in Spring 2024.

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In an interview with the Hollywood Reporter backstage, Smith stated “I pulled references from Freddie Mercury and Barbarella to create little hints of sci-fi without being so literal.”

We definitely saw imaginative and futuristic concepts throughout many of his designs and he wasn’t afraid to take risks that were unparalleled to anything we’ve seen before.

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Think mesh see through bodysuits paired with metallic cargo pants with zipper detailing, and the highest of slits on strapless dresses, making your side hipbone the peak-a-boo that we didn’t know we needed.

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Not to mention his high-neck crystal chain tops that we saw on both women and men models that we can easily see on Lori Harvey and Kelly Rowland.

One thing for certain is that LaQuan Smith designs for the “It Girl” who’s elegantly provocative and enjoys showing off her body in the most sexy and glamorous way.

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Ahead, see more of LaQuan Smith designs. XoXo

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Christian Siriano Celebrated His 15th Anniversary at New York Fashion Week with Bold and Modern Ballerina Silhouettes

It’s been a smashing 15 years since designer Christian Siriano, 37, debuted his first collection at New York Fashion Week, and to honor the celebratory moment, he showcased the most avant-garde designs with his celebrity fan base by his side.

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From celebs like Quinta Brunson and Avril Lavigne, to the fierce Lavern Cox and singer Kesha- there was no shortage of stars in the Pierre Hotel last Friday.

Not to mention Australian singer Sia, who also performed “Shine Bright Like a Diamond,” in a light pink dramatized ensemble with a huge bow on top of her bangs that covered half of her face.

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It feels like not that long ago when Siriano won Bravo TV Project Runway in 2008, and since then he has undoubtedly become a household name.

To commence his 15th Anniversary, he chose to stay true to his core by paying homage to his ballet background. Inspired by the world of ballet, we saw a variety of gowns with ruffles and tutu skirts, in addition to suiting that was layered with lace up corsets.

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We also saw hints of ombre metallic in the most innovative and surprising way. Incorporating silver, gold and rose metallic in different variations, Siriano walked us through the future of balletcore, nodding to the younger generation of style stars.

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His tulle gowns were perfectly draped and adorned with floral components for a fresh and fantasy like aesthetic. If anyone understands the power of femininity, it’s certainly Siriano who has proven time and again that he’s not new to this, but rather true to this.

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It’s safe to say that Christian Siriano deserves all his flowers and more, and with his persistent effort to revolutionize the fashion world, his name will definitely go down in history.

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Ahead, see more of Christian Siriano’s designs! XoXo

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