Givenchy will offer Givenchy Jeans for Fall 2016.
Though the utilitarian denim fabric has played a key part in Riccardo Tisci’s designs for the house for several seasons, this year the house will expand to include sexy silhouettes like slim cut jeans with star motifs on the thigh, studded jackets, destroyed/distressed denim, and overdyed shirts.
Sounds exciting! Can’t wait to see which stars rocks it right.
What do you think?
Trayon Christian, who was wrongfully profiled at Barney’s New York after purchasing a Salvatore Ferragamo belt, has received a $45,000 settlement from New York City.
To review, the then 18-year-old visited the luxury retailer to purchase a $349 reversible black and white Ferragamo belt. But upon presenting his debit card, the student was told that his card didn’t appear real; he was later apprehended, handcuffed, and taken to the 19th precinct stationhouse before he was released.
In August 2014, Barney’s paid $525,000 to settle racial discrimination claims.
Let’s hope they also invested serious funds into diversity training for their security and employees.
What do you think?
Read More at the Daily News.
Today’s Bomb Product? Knockout Tees!
The Knockout line was started by Anisette Davis when she was a sophomore at Texas Southern University. She was looking for something that went with her normal routine when she was up late cramming for exams or heading to class.
The KnockOut tees can go from the library to hanging with friends in a snap! It’s for the student by the student, and are affordable at $35 each.
Purchase at AreyouAKnockout.com.
What do you think?
Valentino has once again chosen to utilize traditional African hair styles without incorporating a majority of models of color. This time the brand has chosen to appropriate Bantu Knots, a traditionally African hairstyle, on the models in their Pre-Fall 2016 campaign.
It almost seems like the brand is immune to the criticism as this comes right on the heels of public backlash regarding the use of ethnic-inspired clothing and hair styles on white models in their Spring 2016 campaign. Valentino has also been repeatedly criticized in the past for their prolific use of excess baby hairs and cornrows on runway after runway. And yet, the brand has yet to feature a significant amount models of color in any of their runways or campaigns.
African culture has become such a strong influence in the fashion industry without crediting the people and history that accompany it. Bantu Knots have a rich history and cultural significance for African Americans, but last week Vogue displayed their ignorance by crediting their inspiration to 90s era Icelandic singer, Björk.
Valentino may be one of the most obvious perpetrators, but many major brands and publications continue to display this insensitivity towards African culture. These brands need to listen to the voices calling for change or at the very least acknowledge that these aren’t simply hairstyles, they are cultural phenomena.
What do you think? Will you continue to support Valentino or abandon them in hopes they will finally change their ways?
We’ve been on a roll with our Bombshells! Let’s keep the momentum going with Eryn from Dallas/ Fort Worth:
She says, “My personal style is a balance of stylish, versatility, and comfort.” 
“I am a wife and mother to a very active toddler. I work a full time job and balance a business as well. “
“I am constantly moving from one environment to the next and need a wardrobe that can be used across all aspects of my life.”
“I sew a lot of my own clothing where I marry classic silhouettes with bold colors and prints to jazz it up a bit.”
“I love knowing that many things I own and make for myself, no one else owns.”
“I prefer a bit more coverage in my wardrobe, but I still feel sexy in anything I wear because sexy is a state of mind. “
Yaaass Eryn! I think you should just ship me your whole closet! Check her out on her website Style Sew Me and IG: StyleSewMe. What do you guys think of Eryn from Dallas/Fort Worth?
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.
It seems, yet again, that the fashion industry is going through some drastic changes. This morning, news broke that Grace Coddington, the woman whose held the title of Creative Director of American Vogue for nearly 30 years, is stepping down from the role effective immediately.
“After more than 25 years at American Vogue, Grace Coddington will assume the role of creative director at large and take on additional projects outside the magazine,” a spokesperson for American Vogue confirmed to a media outlet. “She will work on several Vogue fashion shoots throughout the year.”
Unlike many rumors circulating for Dior or Alexander McQueen, there are no tentative plans to fill the role of creative director at this moment.
Under the management of a new agency, Coddington will be permitted to work on external projects outside of just the magazine.
“I’m not running away from Vogue, because it has opened so many doors. But it will be nice to collaborate [with other brands] and nice to go out [and] give talks to people. It’s just another approach. I’m certainly not going into retirement. I don’t want to sit around.” Coddington told reporters at Business of Fashion.
While Coddington won many of our hearts initially in the 2009 documentary The September Issue, we can not wait to see what new projects she will take on and to see more sides to her artistic ability.
This fall, Phaidon will release a follow up to her memoir in 2002’s Grace: Thirty Years of Fashion at Vogue, which will document Coddington’s work from the past 15 years.
Fashionista Laura Govan served up another sizzling look via Instagram! The reality starlet brought tons of glitz in a $283 Long Sleeved Embellished Dawson Jacket by Virgos Lounge.
The eye-catching jacket features lightweight poly fabric, long lapels and an a bold circular design.
The statement piece also combines a color combo of black, blue and white.
Laura took the shirtless route and paired her version with leather pants, classic black pumps and silver hoop earrings.
She looks amazing!
If you’re up for the splurge, check out additional purchasing details here.
Signing Out — Esmesha
Although we never need another reason to love Sephora, here’s one more that may make your heart happy.
This year, the beauty retailer is heading up a new program entitled Sephora Accelerate, which will provide a bootcamp like experience to 10 early-stage start-ups at its San Francisco headquarters. The bootcamp aims to provide mentorship and provide a platform for them to display their hard work in August. With applications accepted until Dec.31st, the class of participants will be chosen sometime around March.
“SEPHORA is uniquely positioned to support and inspire women as they achieve their goals, and from the beginning, it’s been among the top requests from both our clients and our employees,” said Calvin McDonald, President and CEO of SEPHORA AMERICAS.
Those chosen to be part of Sephora Accelerate must also include an element in their company that will help their community as well as have a female founder. So pretty much, Sephora is holding everyone responsible to extending the same love to others that they’re giving to them. Amazing!
On top of building relationships with industry experts, partnering and fostering mentorships with leading figures in their respective field and having all-expenses paid trips to the program’s events, the 10 chosen will receive a sum of $2,500 to help them continue their goals and initiatives.
This isn’t the first time Sephora’s given back to the community; in fact, Sephora actually has an extensive social impact agenda which includes things such as beauty classes for women reentering the workforce or living in transitional housing (they’ll also be helping those living in shelters come April), and employee support for those affected by natural disasters or major life events.
We love when huge powerhouses like Sephora use beauty for a social cause! What do you guys think of Sephora’s new initiative?
Glad you all enjoyed our Bombshell yesterday! Today we’re changing geographical direction and going out to Chicago, where we have Bombshell Hayet Rida:
She says, “My name is Hayet Rida, a plus sized blogger originally from Ghana, but based in Chicago.” 
“For years, I would look at all the gorgeous curvy women who were radiating in confidence, but wanted to know the journey that got them there.”
“I wanted to know how they remained so confident in the things they did and even the clothes they wore.” 
“As I embarked on my own journey, I decided to write an open and unfiltered blog about finding confidence, with fashion as a visual representation of that.” 
“My style is all about taking every rule that has been made, and breaking it down…while adding a pop of color.”
I want everything you have and love the confidence you exude! Check her out on Instagram @Hayet.rida. What do you guys think of Hayet Rida from Chi-Town?
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.
Today’s Bomb Product is a personal fave! Topshop’s $48 Guns n Roses Tee is a great addition to any wardrobe.
Wear it with jeans, shorts, or even a cute denim mini. I wore mine to brunch over the weekend with a fur coat and thigh highs!
What do you think?
Get the tee at Topshop.
Get details on my look over on TheBombLife.com.
