Spring 2016 Style Inspiration: 3 Met Gala Manus x Machina Inspired Looks

Met Gala coverage is underway! And this year’s theme, Manus x Machina, has celebs stepping out on the red carpet in their best futuristic and tech inspired looks. To get into the spirit that is Met Gala, tap into today’s style inspirations.

Keep it classy in a sparkly sequin gown offset by a strappy metallic sandal.

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Geometric jewelry and a bronze clutch give the look a metallic feel.

Dress up an off-the-shoulder gown with a wide gold belt and silver T-bar sandals.

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Incorporate stylish details with a wide gold choker, a geometric minaudiere, and curved earrings.

Lastly, create a fun and edgy look in an embellished open shoulder mini dress and strappy black sandal with crystal accents.

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A jewel encrusted box clutch and drop earrings complete the look.

And that’s it! Keeping it short and sweet with today’s Met Gala inspired looks. Be sure to follow me on Instagram @StyleIsMyObsession for more stylish wardrobe and outfit suggestions. Based in LA and need personal styling? E-mail me at Danielle@FashionBombDaily.com.

Bomb Product of the Day: TNEMNRODA Gold Scallop Sunnies

It’s the season for shade(s)!  Today’s Bomb Product of the Day comes from another Cocktails with Claire x Miss Diddy LA vendor.  TNEMNRODA sells unique, one of a kind sunglasses that are designed to grab the attention of others.  Check out our latest Bomb Product, $90 Frozen Flora Sunnies:

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The silver metal frames feature silver mirrored lenses and brass flowers on the top of the glasses.

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If you’re looking for versatility, TNEMNRODA has you covered!  The brand carries tons of uniquely crafted eye-wear.

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You can purchase here.  These shades retail for $90 but they offer pairs for as low as $50.  Steal!

TNEMNRODA will be in the house on Saturday, May 7th at the NYC installment of Cocktails with Claire x Miss Diddy LA. Join us from 12-2pm for the ‘Breaking into Entertainment Brunch Panel,’  and then from 5-9pm for a little shopping, mixing, mingling and cocktails of course!  Get your tickets here.

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Hot! Or Hmm… Lady Gaga’s 2016 Met Gala After Party Custom Atelier Versace Crystal Embellished One-Shoulder Bodysuit

Lady Gaga shut it down on the 2016 Met Gala red carpet when she arrived; however, her after party ‘fit also got social media buzzing!

The songstress channeled 80’s vibes while slipping into a custom Atelier Versace Crystal Embellished Bodysuit and her signature sky-high platforms.

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The fun piece boasts a one-shoulder feature and tons of shine! (Sidenote: How high do ya’ll think these heels are?! Lol!)

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She even posed for the ‘Gram with Moschino’s creative director Jeremy Scott!

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Hot! Or Hmm… What do you think of Lady Gaga’s Custom Atelier Versace Crystal Embellished Bodysuit?

 
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What do you think?

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Hot! Or Hmm… Freida Pinto’s 2016 Met Gala After Party Fall 2016 Balmain Black, Gold and Ivory Sheer Panel Lace-up and Stripe Detail Pencil Dress

We’re still getting pictures from the 2016 Met Gala after parties!

Next up, we have Freida Pinto! The Indian bombshell was spotted while heading to a quick celebration while donning a Fall 2016 Balmain Black, Gold and Ivory Sheer Panel Lace-Up and Stripe Detail Pencil Dress, gold heels and a matching Lee Savage clutch.

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The original look was modeled with black leggings and velvet footwear.

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Hot! Or Hmm… What do you think of Freida Pinto’s Fall 2016 Balmain Black, Gold and Ivory Sheer Panel Lace-Up and Stripe Detail Pencil Dress?

 
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Beauty Bomb: Skai Jackson’s 2016 Radio Disney Music Awards Textured Retro Bob, Styled by Tym Wallace

We’re still obsessing over Skai Jackson’s 2016 Radio Disney Music Awards Giulette Brown look: styled by none other than FBD fave Law Roach. Well, let’s not forget about her stunning hair! Tym Wallace is the man behind her gorgeous tresses for the evening—the hairstylist for many of our favorite celebs including Nene Leakes and Kelly Rowland.

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“I was inspired by the bohemian style of Solange Knowles mixed with the femme fatale vibes of the 1940s,”
said Wallace of Skai’s gorgeous ‘do.

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Here’s how you can get the look:

1. While damp, two-strand twist you hair using a curling butter such as Dark and Lovely’s Au Naturale Anti-Shinkage Easy Twist Gel N’ Butter ($9).
2. Dry your hair either over night or using a hooded dryer. Once dry, coat your hands with a little oil such as Dark and Lovely Au Naturale Moisture L.O.C. Soak It Up Oil Cocktail ($10) to take down and unravel your twists.

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3.Comb the twists out using a wide tooth comb. This way you are elongating the hair without completely disrupting the curls and adding in more texture.
4.Next, part your hair on your most flattering side. For added volume, feel free to include a couple of extensions in a textured curl pattern.

5.For more curl definition, take small sections and curl using a 1/2 inch barrel iron.
6. After defining the waves, take a small paddle brush—such as a Mason Pearson ($205)— and brush out the waves to create a soft airy texture.

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7.Finish with a sheen spray such as Dark and Lovely Au Naturale Anti-Shrinkage Sheen Sealing Nectar ($10).

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Are you feelin’ Skai’s hair?

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Bomb Blogger: Shea Pedro of Curves and Confidence

As I recover from my 2016 Met Gala-induced hangover, I’m slowly regaining my composure by featuring a blogger that is near and dear to my heart.

I started following Shea Pedro of Curves and Confidence a few years ago and, ever since then, this style maven has remained consistent in providing her audience with endless outfit inspiration as well as fitness/health tips. Shea gives her followers a glimpse into her healthy lifestyle while encouraging and motivating women to love the skin they’re in.

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According to Shea’s ‘About Me’ section, the fierce fashionista didn’t have it in her plans to start a blog, rather life simply moved her in a direction that eventually had her do it. She writes, “I am a 30-something business professional that loves taking the term “office attire” to a new level.  I am originally from Brooklyn, NY but was thrown into the country life at the age of 6 when my family moved to NC.”

“So what does a 30-something newly divorced introvert that has a penchant for shopping do? She starts a personal style blog. I am far from a fashion expert but I do know what I like and what works for me.  I would describe my personal style as classic chic; I love timeless looks with a trendy mix. I hope you will join me on this style journey and watch how my style evolves as I stay true to my curves and radiate confidence.”

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This young woman’s style is everything! Shea manages to keep her looks clean and simple while adding a bit of unexpected flair every now and then. Her wardrobe staples include printed midi skirts, sky-high heels, versatile crop tops and a whirlwind of perfect-tailored blazers. This Bomb Blogger also enjoys incorporating bright colors into her ‘fits! And, come on, how awesome is her sunnies game?!

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Slay on, hun!

Want to learn more about Shea of Curves and Confidence? Well, head on over to her personal blog here or follow her via Instagram @curveebeauty!

Thoughts?

Signing Out — Esmesha

Splurge: Bella Hadid’s 2016 Met Gala Afterparty Atsuko Kudo Black Latex Pencil Cup Dress

Bella Hadid took to one of the star-studded 2016 Met Gala after parties with boyfriend The Weeknd in a $413 Atsuko Kudo Black Latex Pencil Cup Dress:

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Her dress is a veritable celeb favorite. It features a curved cup design, body-hugging silhouette, knee-length, and adjustable shoulder straps.

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If you’re up for the splurge, get Bella’s dress here.

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*Kim Kardashian wore the dress as well, but there’s no full-length shot available, so it’s not a fair “Who Wore It Best” comparison!

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Fashion Bombshell of the Day: Racquelle from Providence

Hey everyone! Last night’s Met Gala was literally Fashion Olympics around here! While it’s great seeing celebrities rock style, we definitely love our Bombers and Bombshells. Today we’ve got Racquelle from Providence, Rhode Island:Racquelle-Bella-Providence-Bombshell-1

She said, “My name is Racquelle-Bella and I’m from Providence, Rhode Island.”Racquelle-Bella-Providence-Bombshell-3

Obnoxiously Versatile are the words I would use to best describe my style. “Racquelle-Bella-Providence-Bombshell-2

“I dress upon what I’m feeling on that day with comfort always being key. “

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I have so many different pieces in my wardrobe and love mixing and matching with not only colors but textures to create a fun look.”

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I strongly believe that fashion is a way of expressing yourself with no limitations. My style is alone, and nobody else’s.”

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Okay Racquelle! I love your fearlessness when it comes to fashion and mixing textures and color. I love these fur pieces you have going on, as well as that camel coat (perfect outerwear is key, folks!). Love your looks, hun! Check out more of her style on IG: @racquellebella. So what do you guys think of Racquelle’s style?

 

What do you think of Racquelle from Providence?

 
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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 5-10 clear, unfiltered, head-to-toe pictures of 5-10 different outfits (no collages) to Bombshell@FashionBombDaily.com. Images submitted will be featured on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, or any of our social media platforms. Comments can be harsh, so bring your A game! Please be advised: once published, pictures will not be removed or taken down.

2016 Met Gala Top Ten Best Dressed: Claire Danes in Zac Posen, Ciara in H&M, Zendaya in Michael Kors and More!

Were you guys able to catch the Met Gala Red carpet last night? Well if you didn’t see the sizzling (and some, disappointing) looks from the night, have no fear! We’re bringing you our top 10 picks of the night. This year’s theme, Manus et Machina, focused on the relationship between fashion and technology. L

Let’s take a look at our Top 10!

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Kendall Jenner had one of highest number of likes on our IG last night, sizzling in this cut-out blue and tan number from Calvin Klein. I love how she dresses so differently than the majority of her family.

Claire-Danes-Met-Gala-2016-Zac-Posen-DressClaire Danes stole the show when photos of her dress circulated on social media hours before she arrived. Her custom-made Zac Posen dress featured fiber optic lights that lit up in the dark. She looked like a Cinderella and definitely glowed like a princess!

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Lady Z (can that become her new nickname?) came dressed to impress in a one shoulder high neck shimmery Michael Kors gown. I’m digging the hair choice here as well. Slay Zendaya!

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Idris Elba is just one fine man, ya’ll. He gave us menswear simplicity yet elegance in a black Tom Ford suit with white button up. Perfect.Manus+x+Machina+Fashion+Age+Technology+Costume-jourdan-dunn-balmain

Jourdan Dunn also stole the show in this beautiful Balmain metallic cut-out gown.I definitely loved the metallic vibe that went down last night, but this dress was superb.Manus+x+Machina+Fashion+Age+Technology+Costume-kylie-jenner-balmain

Kylie Jenner rocked a blunt haircut and also wore Balmain (no surprise) for the Met gala festivities. It seems she’s following in her big sister Kim’s footsteps, because this definitely screamed Kim to me. Nonetheless, I love Balmain, I love this dress, I have no problems.Manus+x+Machina+Fashion+Age+Technology+Costume-kim-kardashia-kanye-west-balmain

Speaking of Kim, she and Kanye made their coveted appearance to the Met Gala both wearing Balmain as well (last night was just a win for Balmain, huh?). Kim rocked a strong contour (I’m wondering if that was intentional considering it’s about tech, or…) and this very futuristic dress while Ye kept it casual aside from a decked-out jacket and those contacts…yeah, what do you guys think?

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Cindy Crawford showed absolutely no signs of aging as she glistened alongside Olivier Rousteing in this beautiful metallic Balmain gown. I love how he was able to dress everyone so differently, and I especially love the sheer paneling down the arms and torso. Bravo, Cindy!

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Poppy Delevingne gave me ‘The Great Gatsby’ vibes in her embellished Marchesa Fall ’16 gown. I love that she kept the same accessories as the model and paired it with a dark look to offset the coolness in the dress and her blonde hair. Overall, a win for me.

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Last, but certainly not least, was Ciara who rocked a high-collar, sleeveless silver metallic gown with nude (brown girl friendly) paneling from H&M. She decided to match her hair with the color of her dress, and though a little out there, I have to say I couldn’t take my eyes off of her! Absolutely stunning.

So there you have it folks! To see some of the other amazing looks of the night, check out our IG: @Fashionbombdaily or read our latest On The Scene to see who wore what. So, who had the best look of the night?

2016 Met Gala Beauty: Blake Lively’s Pillar Box Red Lips by Charlotte Tilbury

Blake Lively doesn’t rely on stylists to pull together her red carpet ensembles, but she definitely chooses the best in the business when it comes to getting her beauty look right. Makeup artist to the stars, Charlotte Tilbury, opted for a classic, pillar box red lipstick to complement Blake’s pretty pink Burberry gown. Here’s how to recreate it:

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1. Charlotte made Blake’s skin flaw-free (she didn’t have much to do in this area) by using a treat and transform demi-matte foundation.
2. She applied a little bit of light reflecting concealer under the eyes to smooth and illuminate where the darkness would naturally gather.

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3. Using a soft taupe eyebrow pencil, Charlotte filled in Blake’s brows and elongated them.
4. Charlotte applied a golden bronze eyeshadow to the lids, blending up towards the brow bone and softly defining underneath the eyes.

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5. She then used a brown-gold flecked eyeliner along the lash line to define, enhance. and extend the eyes.
6. To finish the eye look and create gorgeous lashes, Charlotte applied several coats of mascara to the top and the bottom lashes.

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7. Next, Charlotte used a contour kit to sculpt and contour Blake’s cheekbones using a natural shade.
8. Charlotte never starts a lip look without a lip liner, especially when doing a bold and beautiful pillar-box red lipstick! Use the liner as a stencil and fill in with a moisturizing matte red lipstick.

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9. Charlotte finished the skin with a cashmere-soft, finely-milled powder across the t-zone. Not only does this seal in the makeup, it gives the skin a red carpet-ready finish that looks perfected in real life and in HD!
10. Dust a glowing dreamy highlight across the tops of the cheekbones that plays with the light.

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11. Finish with a pop of a tawny rose blush from the center of the cheeks—where you would naturally blush for a healthy and happy glow!

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Are you feeling Blake’s beauty look?

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