She says, “I’d like the opportunity to be considered for fashion bombshell of the day.”

“My name is Rajahnique.  I’m a 6ft tall fashion blogger in the Bay Area (California)” “My main focus is sharing my style and helping other tall women find clothing that fits them, as well as attempting to spread confidence among tall women who may feel too tall or they aren’t comfortable with their height.”
“My style is edgy chic. I’d also say I’m fairly experimental and open minded with my fashion choices.”  “I’ll go into a store and pick up something off the shelf that I think is ugly only because sometimes you don’t really know if you like it until you try it on.”
“I have a slight obsession with longline midi skirts. They are the tall girl’s solution to pencil skirts that didn’t cover your knees.”  “I really love prints and graphic tees. There are more prints in my closet currently than there are solids.”
“Thanks so much for your consideration.”

 

Okay Rajahnique! I love how you’ve cultivated a tall-girl aesthetic all your own, specifically with the longline skirts, that yellow trench (I need that in my  life) and your heel game (even tall girls can rock heels!). Ya’ll can check Rajanique out on IG: @TallnNatural. So tell us, what do you think of her style?

What do you think of Rajahnique from The Bay?

6 Feet of excellence! Go Bombshell!

I definitely loved her looks.

Yeah, her looks were alright.

Eh, wasn’t too much for me…

Unfortunately this was not a Bombshell.

 

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Despite a better diversified audience of models and designers at this year’s New York Fashion Week (plus a stellar symbol of hope presented by Zac Posen urging that Black Models Matter) , racism still showed its ugly head last week after malicious comments were posted under MAC Cosmetic’s post of a close- up of model Aamito Lagum‘s lips backstage at Ohne Titel at New York Fashion Week.

Aamie Stacie Lagum is no new face to the fashion industry: she won the first Africa’s Next Top Model and has since walked the catwalks for Lacoste, Marc by Marc Jacobs, Rag & Bone, Lanvin, Giambattista Valli and Hermes. In 2014, she also became the first woman of color to open the show for Balenciaga (opening again in 2015), proving that she definitely is making waves for women of color in and out of the fashion industry. However, it would be MAC Cosmetic’s posting of her lips on their Instagram account that would send the world up in flames, with people taking to the platform to vocalize their discontent. Below is an excerpt from one such comment:

The comment reads, “Black women will never be as beautiful as white women. The only argument blacks have is they have more melanin like that matters [crying emoji]. Yes white women can get injections and when they do, they are basically flawless. You don’t have any thing [sic] over them anymore and thats [sic] why you get so pissed off. Keep lying to yourselves thinking your dark asses look better. [crying emojis]. dont [sic] even come at me with the ‘all white features were first started by blacks’ Even if that was true, WHERE THEY AT THO? [100 emoji] Keep projecting your jealousy on white women though, Id [sic] rather be a cracker with injections than look like the majority of you oily yet ashy at the same time people. Acting like you don’t bleach your skins, get nosejobs, get contacts, and dye your hair blonde. [crying emoji, wave emoji].”Aamito took to her personal Instagram to politely clap back at all the haters of the photo, letting them know that even their rude comments were still making the post gain attention. While we can applaud the level of maturity she took in tackling the issue, it raises huge questions on what exactly needs to be done as we continue to fight for relevancy and respect in an industry that has not been created to cater to our needs. Those that attacked Lagum never even addressed the actual lipstick she was wearing, but instead chose to focus on her lips.Even seven years ago, it was estimated that Black women alone spent nearly $7.5 billion dollars annually on beauty products, but shell out 80 percent more money on cosmetics and twice as much on skin care products than the general market. Since then, we can only imagine that the numbers have continued to grow, yet it begs the question: What do we do with our buying power in situations like this?

In an official statement, Mac said “M·A·C stands for and respects All Ages, All Races, All Sexes. We do not tolerate any abusive comments in our community.”

It is a shame that in 2016, we are still fighting cyber bullying, lack of diversification and blatant racism. Yet, the real question remains: What next? What do we do, or what needs to be done moving forward with beauty brands and models of color? How do we as a people effect change while utilizing our spending power?

Beyoncé was spotted out and about in West Hollywood in a $68 Nasty Gal White Light As Air Romper:

She completed her look with a $3,841 Saint Laurent Classic Leather Motorcycle Jacket, $13,254 Aurelie Bidermann Cashmere Aqua Marine Earrings, $649 Taxidermy Antler Box Clutch, and $1,278 Oscar de la Renta Alyssa Embellished Pumps.

Her playsuit features a plunging neckline, front tie closure, back button closure with keyhole cutout detailing, a hidden zipper closure, and lace detailing on the sleeves.

Cute!

Get B’s romper for a steal here.

Would you wear it?

Tamera Mowry-Housley called forth Spring at the 2016 Make-Up Artist and Hair Stylist Guild Awards in a $3,345 Stella McCartney Ink Kaitlyn Floral Embroidered Shantung Midi Dress:

Her floral-embroidered midi dress features a plunging square neckline, sleeveless silhouette, empire waist, A-line silhouette, and a rounded hem.

Gorgeous!

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

Thoughts?

Non-stop style continued during London Fashion Week – on and off the runway – we captured real style in the busy streets in-between presentations. Need a break from the shows? Check out the National Portrait Gallery’s new Vogue 100 exhibition celebrating 100 years of British Vogue. For all else London Fashion Week, read our take on the best shows of the weekend!

Fireworks at Mary Katrantzou

“Mary Katrantzou’s Fall 2016 collection was one filled with volume, color and dynamic layering aesthetics. Even her incorporation of trench coats on top of dresses and skirts proved to be a guiding point of the collection, tapered with intricate designs and only enhancing the variation of texture and design.”

Read our full review of the Fall 2016 RTW Collection here.

#IntellectualsUnite at Vivienne Westwood

Grand dame Vivienne Westwood can do little wrong in the eyes of the British fashion community. Influenced by renaissance artists Donatello and El Greco, the Fall 2016 RTW collection featured models wearing burgundy porkpie hats, fluidly draped silhouettes and a rich color palette of earthy greens, apple reds, and pale olives.

Something for Everyone at Topshop Unique

Lineisy Montero, Karly Loyce, and Malaika Firth were archetypal high street goddesses at Topshop Unique‘s Fall 2016 RTW show this Sunday. Natural hair on fleek, these superstar models displayed the sheer number of options available under Topshop’s high-end clothing line. From shimmy-worthy short dresses to quilted outerwear, the brand had something for every woman — especially the youth who were in a frenzy to catch a glimpse of front-row celebs Lara Stone and Karlie Kloss.

The Return of Alexander McQueen

After 13 years in Paris, Alexander McQueen was back in action in London this weekend for its Fall 2016 RTW collection. A return to the late designer’s hometown was met with great expectation and much enthusiasm.

Read our full review of the Fall 2016 RTW Collection here.

And The Rest…

Famous for its divine leather bags, Mulberry offered a Shakespearean twist this time with frills and ruffles on high octane. Paul Smith exhibited clean lines in suiting and a quirky sense of humor through apple core motifs splashed on knit tops. Temperley London swung far left into pirate references by showing cropped corduroy jackets and sailor-inspired cotton dresses.

What do you think of London Fashion Week Day 3?

Check back in for Day 4!

• Shows: Antonio Berardi, Erdem, Burberry, and Ashish

Source: Vogue.com

With awards season underway and red carpet opportunities increasing by number yearly, it seemed that Julien Macdonald was almost completely catering to the celeb set with his Fall offering: a group he knows quite well. Flesh was bare, fabrics were shimmering, and embellishment was on high.

A cortege of sparkling frocks with cutout detailing, vacant backs, thigh-high slits, and plunging necklines were shown—many in Macdonald’s signature fish-scale and others in dizzying patterns and mixed metallics. There were a few trouser silhouettes on display in the form of jumpsuits, though the aforementioned sultry accents were still in play.

Attention to form was also paid when it came to the gents, whether with bare chests or high-waist skinny trousers. Button-front shirts in both prints and solids were among the collection’s most functional, though the destructed and slashed knits felt most like quintessential Macdonald.

Military-inspired details were present on expertly-tailored suiting for men: the kind of pieces that we could definitely see stylish fellas like Kevin Hart, Future, Cam Newton, and Michael B. Jordan sporting.

Though brimming with sparkle and shine, one can never deny Macdonald’s craftsmanship: the utter artistry of some of the designs at hand were awe-inspiring. This was a performance in every sense of the word, asking all who laid eyes on the looks to take part in its quest to cover the fashion world (and perhaps globe at large) with glamour, glitz, and gloss.

Thoughts on the latest from Julien Macdonald?

Images: VOGUE.com

Shay Mitchell was ready for Summer while at a Hawaiian Tropic Photo Shoot, clad in a $178 Mara Hoffman Striped Ruffle Top, $158 Striped Shorts, and $995 Valentino Rockstud Sandals:

Her top showcases an elasticized off-the-shoulder neckline, short flutter sleeves, a tiered ruffle overlay at the bust, and allover stripes.

Her matching shorts features a high-rise, ruffled waist, zip fly with hook closure, and two side slit pockets.

Her leather sandals boast the iconic Italian fashion house’s signature pyramid studs and functional 2 1/2″ heels.

Totally dreaming about warm weather now!

Get Shay’s top, shorts, and sandals for a splurge here, here, and here.

What do you think?

The Fall 2016 collection of Alexander McQueen was presented by Sarah Burton during London Fashion Week with high anticipation of what was to come. Burton re-introduced the brand to the London masses with design aesthetics of structured suiting, alluding motifs (with the signature butterfly), and flowy gowns.  She continued themes of black (like the tulle dresses added with floral embroidering) to juxtapose pieces of the collection, but as a whole, the collection remained light and soft.Down the runway came a series of gowns, trenches and jacquard suits boasting various images, including horses, watches and butterflies. Ruffle details complimented more feminine drapery, as well as printed fabrics and revamped silhouettes that still were form-fitting. Suits followed the form-fitting aesthetic of the fashion brand, double-breasted yet constructed in a way to reflect modernity and femininity.Soft pinks and light fur trimmed coats, both ethereal as well as reminiscent of the soft gentleness of nature. She recycled the body-trimming gowns and coats, reinventing them with bomber style shapes and nature motifs patterned throughout the entirety. Lacy bras, following-off-the-shoulder gowns and delicate lace knit dresses added to the sensuality of the collection, without losing touch of the etherealness. High revved up levels of romanticism glided through the collection, reminiscent of the VIctorian-esque collection from last year without as much melancholy. Sheer dresses continued to have a moment, as Burton posed models in silver-embellished gowns with trailing sheer panels for legs. Some came with the embellished-twin cape or coat, covering over the shoulders while dresses featured plunging necklines and clean cuts around the torso.Some of the dresses truly are reminiscent of the sheer-gown theme we’ve seen in 2014 and 2015, so let’s see how Burton continues to support the theme while reinventing in the Alexander McQueen way.

 

What do you think of the Alexander McQueen Fall 2016 collection?

While Gareth Pugh may not be a designer well-known to the American fashion world, he sought to change that with his Fall 2016 Ready-to-wear collection that focused on female fatale empowerment.Cobalt blue was the name of the game, with models wearing fitted blazer-dresses and hats in the shade along with white stars to evoke a sense of feminine patriotism; perhaps as a satirical gesture to the world of politics and immersion of feminism and modernity within the 21st century.He dressed his models in vibrant neutrals and cobalt blue, strutting down the runway in well-executed and tailored power suits with flared pants paired with fitted blouses and blazers.Sticking to a well form-fitting style aesthetic, he broadened his stylistic choices this collection by attenuating flares in the hems and pants, accenting outfits with eccentric and over-the-top capes and coats to pair with tight leatherette wrapped pencil skirts, plunging neckline blazers and otherwise neutral ensembles.