Ciara posed with Russell Wilson at the Polo Ralph Lauren Presentation yesterday in New York in a $125 Polo Ralph Lauren Denim Shirt, a $165 Denim Pencil Skirt
She completed with $1,00 Ralph Lauren Vicky Suede Boots.
Her shirt is customizable down to the cufflinks.
The stretch pencil skirt is made wearable with denim.
Her almost sold out booties have a 5″ stiletto heel and a contrasting stitching along the toe.
Get her look below:
Fashion Week continues, and the style doesn’t stop!
Attendees are keeping cozy in layers, vibrant scarves, and fabulous coats.
Brandon Isralsky did his thing, capturing Street Style for us yet again.
See our favorites in the gallery above!
Whose look captures your stylish eye?
The first few days of New York Fashion Week were action packed, first with Kanye West’s Yeezy Season 3 collection, followed by Rihanna’s #FentyxPuma presentation for Puma!
Both events were packed to the gills with stars.
Take a look at who came to support our favorite Bad Gal:
Wale battled a crowd of selfie seekers wearing a Givenchy contrast collar coat, Saint Laurent biker zippered jeans, and blue sneakers. Love that coat!
Anna Wintour threw her support behind the Vogue Covergirl, blessing the proceedings in a jazzy trench coat and boots.
Naomi Campbell looked like a Barbie in a fur accented white coat. Show ’em how it’s done!
Sofia Richie worked all black with platinum locks and Fenty x Puma creepers.
Chris Rock went for inconspicuous in a utilitarian bubble coat.
Jeremy Scott kept it colorful on the front row.
Ne-Yo rocked green plaid with jeans.
Lastly, the woman of the hour grabbed a snap with Gigi and Bella Hadid, who modeled in the show.
Fun times, indeed!
Check out a bit of video from the show (review to come).
Who had your favorite look of the night?
Images: Getty
If Day 1 of NYFW was a marathon, Day 2 definitely felt like a sprint! More like a sprint in the middle of August with minimal water…it was rough!
We started the day off pretty early, hitting up Pier 59 Studios to grab some video footage and photos from Sam and Pierre before show. At this point, I’m feeling great after my first cup of coffee and chocolate chip cookie from a cornerstone bakery! A few of you guys DM’ed me and asked about my outfit. Honestly, I find most of my finds in vintage shops!
Then we hit the Milly show, where a ton of style abounded both on and off the runway. Walking around filming the setup, I did get my photo snapped a few times so that was definitely fun! 
The inspiration for this collection was definitely fur and color-inspired, and I saw that through the playful use of color and texture throughout the collection. I thoroughly enjoyed the presentation, and loved how the models encircled the space!
Afterwards Esmesha and I ran into journalist and FBD reader Alicia Quarles, who was wearing Milly and looking fabulous. Quick selfie time! However, we couldn’t stay too long; the 5:31 Jerome show was beginning in a few hours and my stomach was rumbling for something tasty! We grabbed a quick slice of Pizza and then trecked our way forward! 
The 5:31 Jerome show was definitely my favorite show thus far, just in the stylistic approach of the models to even how he presented his collection. Although we had to wait (it felt like) forever to get upstairs, security guards and long hauls of “I HAVE A TICKET” people kept company while waiting for the elevators to go upstairs. He didn’t conventionally show them coming down a catwalk or walking around, but rather had them stand behind a line and stand and pose. 
Occasionally they would rotate out, bringing in new pieces to showcase. Jerome was there, and I was able to grab a couple of photos of him with his models, but also a sweet selfie to show ya’ll how much fun we were having!
After a long day of hauling to shows and surviving the New York Transit system (which has no service, by the way, and drives me insanely mad), we had one more stop to make which proved to be eventful. Invited to the Ty-Lite Launch Party, it was time to go out and get your selfie on! 
When we got there, the rooms were filled to capacity so thank goodness for heavy coats and gloves! After finally getting inside, I was able to grab some selfies with a few celebs, including Ty Hunter himself, Ariane from LHHATL and the model Shaun Ross. 
Fashionistas were out SLAYING IT ZOWWWWN in fur coats and boats, so nobody came to play! Camera quality was definitely my factor of the night, but the party did give me “college basement” vibes, so I guess the photos are befitting.
After being out of the house for over 12 hours straight, I collapsed when I got home. How people survive three and four shows a day plus after parties is beyond me. Final thoughts of Day 2 were simply, “Now this is fashion week.” Trust me, if you don’t absolutely and completely love what it is you do, you’ll never survive this week. But I’m signing out, grabbing some rest for another big day tomorrow! Smooches <3
P.S. Shoutouts and thank you’s go out to Sam and Pierre who stood out in the blistering cold with Esmesha and me to grab footage and photos. Another shoutout to Ariane who saved me from complete darkness in the party by using her Ty-Lite so we could take our selfie. You’re the real MVP.
Upon entering Pier 59 Studios, I was taken back by the chicness of the venue and the beauty of the set. The ceiling above the catwalk was (literally) dripping with blue flowing lights and the picturesque attendees just added to the overall sophistication of the show’s ambiance.
Aside from the 20 degree temps in these New York streets, Milly certainly brought the heat!
Founder and creative director Michelle Smith ‘s vision was consistent with previous Milly collections – she didn’t stray too far from the familiarity of minimal looks; however, this presentation paid homage to women everywhere who tend to cover themselves during these brutal winter months.
The designer’s goal was to create looks that combined both soft and sheer femininity with pieces that are ideal throughout the cooler months. Smith’s vision (simply known as “The Intimacy of Winter“) provided loads of sartorial inspiration which featured an impressive use of turtlenecks, two-piece swimsuits, bandeaus and even the timeless cocktail dress.
In addition to extensive layering and clean silhouettes, Smith also managed to incorporate a few “edgier” effects which included faux-fur trimmed handbags, statement sweaters and whimsical capes.
It was completely refreshing to see the models prance down the runway in frocks that the everyday woman could wear. I mean, each showcased piece serves as a firm foundation for any wardrobe and Milly did an amazing job of proving that winterizing your look can still be fun and unpredictable!
The use of dark yet bold florals also injected a bit of pizazz into the looks.
Honestly, I don’t know exactly what it was but I can actually see some of our street style favorites (think Julia Sarr-Jamois, Solange Knowles and Miranda Kerr) slaying in these looks! I believe it’s to mix of simplicity coupled with the genius styling that takes Milly’s fall collection to a completely different level.
Thoughts on Milly’s Fall 2016 presentation?
Signing Out — Esmesha
Happy Saturday everyone!
Well, I’m here in the Big Apple! Yep, finally made it out to good ‘ol New York! I wanted to give you a guys a quick glimpse into my first official day on Fashion Week which feature presentations from 5:31 Jerome, Milly and the epic Ty-Lite Launch Party.
I arrived at LaGuardia Airport around 4 PM on Thursday and deep within me there was a mix in excitement, anxiousness and even a little sprinkle of uncertainty but the combination of all these emotions just validated that my first trip to New York was long overdue!
The first thing that hit me was the cold and the wind, lol. OMG! They both were just so disrespectful! I swear when I first stepped outside the airport I suitcase was tossed one way while my luggage flew in the opposite direction. 🙂 It was pure madness (and slightly hilarious). As a native Houstonian, winters under 50 degrees are practically unheard of but, Lord willing, I made it to my cab and I headed to Brooklyn.
After making it to Claire’s place, the settling in syndrome hit and so did my appetite. The rest of the evening was pretty laid back as well – I got to spend some time getting to know Jame while taking in a well-needed hour of Scandal (Yaaassss!).
So, my first official day of Fashion Week consisted of two shows: Milly and 5:31 Jerome. And, Milly was my inaugural New York Fashion Week presentation! The fashion house held its Fall/Winter 2016 show at Pier 59 Studios in Chelsea Piers and it was absolutely breathtaking. With an ultra-chic waterside vibe and an elegant appeal, Pier 59 Studios was the perfect balance for the modern sophistication of the show.
And, let me tell you, I took in EVERY moment! My initial thought was “Mama, I made it!” Lol!
The sights, the sounds, the ambiance… there was truly nothing like it. While on the scene I ran into journalist Alicia Quarles and even got a chance to connect with a group of fellow bloggers.
After the Milly whirlwind, Jame and I indulged in a quick lunch before sprinting over to 5:31 Jerome for the final show of the day.
The 5:31 Jerome presentation was held at The Standard, High Line and it was the complete opposite of the Milly show. As a definite designer to watch, Jerome LaMaar’s Fall/Winter 2016 was beyond epic! His show gave me a little bit of the “Solange feel” (via her legendary wedding pics) with models standing in one place with fierce stares and flirty eyes. And, the ‘fits were even better – there were sequins and sparkles galore!
I also adored his innovative use of layering simple pieces (such as a graphic tee) with over-the-top flamboyance (i.e.- blinged out statement necklaces, ombre furs and razor sharp faux nails). Hands down, this has been my fave show thus far…
To round out the evening, Jame and I attended (Beyonce’s stylist) Ty Hunter’s Ty Lite Launch Party on Orchard.
This event was filled with tons of star power including model extraordinaire Shaun Ross, Love and Hip Hop Atlanta‘s Ariane Davis and I even spotted former Bomb Blogger/Fashion Bombshell of the Year Tiffany Battle of The Werk Place!
Even grabbed a #selfie with the Man of the Hour!
We literally stood outside in 20 degree weather while waiting to get in but it was all worth it. The overall vibe of the party oozed a youthful and fun feel. The music was bangin’, the drinks were flowing… And, the fashionistas were playing NO games! It was definitely a night to remember. 🙂
Overall, my first day of New York Fashion Week was pretty amazing. Very memorable. Can’t wait to see what day 2 has in store!
I’ll keep you guys posted! In the meantime, follow me on Snapchat for more of my #NYFW adventures at EsmeshaCampbell!
Signing Out — Esmesha
It was a full on family affair for the Yeezy Season 3 presentation in NYC. To wit, Kendall Jenner and Caitlyn Jenner showed up and out at the star studded event sporting the same Fall 2016 Cream Turtle Neck Distressed Long Sleeve Sweater Dress from the brand:
There were different approaches to styling with Kendall opting for a leggy look accented by statement Balmain x Yeezy pearl embellished knee-high boots.
Caitlyn went for a matching distressed sweater skirt beneath her design paired nude hued pumps.
Both kept their looks quite cute, fresh and age appropriate.
Do you have a preference? Who wore it better?
Thoughts?
Kylie Jenner hit up the Today Show in NYC with big sis Kendall Jenner while outfitted in a $178 Kendall + Kylie White High Neck Lace Detail Baby Doll Short Sleeve Dress and $140 Triple Strap Front Pointed Toe Pumps from the brand:
Her fab white short sleeve frock features a jewel neckline, a relaxed silhouette and a raised waistline.
Her delicate pumps boast buckled straps details.
Lovely!
Purchase her dress here and shoes here.
Thoughts?
Fashion lines created by celebrities need to have an element of that star’s style baked into the designs in order to be successful: the classic glamour of Victoria Beckham and downtown cool of The Row are just a couple of successes that come to mind. Kanye West struggled in this area for quite a few seasons with his eponymous label, but it seems he’s caught his stride with Yeezy—his collaboration with Adidas Originals. Sporty, functional, and cool with high price points, the pieces are designs Kanye actually wears in real-time—an approach that has proven profitable for other star-backed brands.
West rattled the cage of the fashion industry by staging his Season 3 show at none other than Madison Square Garden: completely leaning on his prowess as one of the world’s biggest superstars. He also chose it as the platform for the listening party of his latest album, The Life of Pablo. Whether he’s referencing Pablo Picasso, Escobar, or Neruda is something we’re still uncertain of. And the audience for the presentation was just as momentous—a sold-out throng of 18K fans and supporters who were able to purchase tickets for the momentous event, opening up yet another show to the public as friend Riccardo Tisci did with his Givenchy show last season.
The man of the hour was clad in a graphic t-shirt with “I Feel Like Pablo” embroidery: one of the designs sold for $40 at merchandise stands and currently going for close to $200 on eBay. He partnered with Italian contemporary artist Vanessa Beecroft on outfitting over one thousand models as well as on the set—detailed with tents and feeling very The Walking Dead meets The Book of Eli. The duo were inspired by the current refugee crisis—a quite scalding and contradictory reference when compared with the high price Yeezy price points and his complete embrace of luxury and capitalism.
Athleisure, street-inspired silhouettes, and athletic elements were on the agenda yet again, though colors were a bit more punchy with shades of rust, mustard, yellow, and even a pair of turquoise boots making an appearance. There were also some heavy hitting supermodels in the lineup including Liya Kebede, Naomi Campbell, and Veronica Webb.
West also gave a sneak peek of his Only One video game, dedicated to his late mother Donda West. He also stated that he discussed his dream of becoming the Creative Director of Hermès for at least two seasons with Anna Wintour. It wouldn’t be a Yeezy event without a rant, right?
If the fashion industry was a table, West definitely shook it to his heart’s content. Will more brands take a cue from the designer-producer-mogul and stage their shows concert-style with booming music to boot? Only time will tell. For now, we’re just interested in the prices of the shoes and all the wares on display. And for The Life of Pablo release of course.
What do you think of Yeezy’s latest?
Images: VOGUE.com
It’s no secret Kylie Jenner has had her eye on building a comprehensive beauty brand. It started with her lipstick line, Lipkit by Kylie, and now the reality star is planning on releasing a limited edition nail polish collection in early March.
The 20-piece nail collection, entitled King Kylie Collection, will be created in collaboration with beauty brand SinfulColors. It is the first of three collections with SinfulColors, and the other two will hit stores in April and May.
Each of the jewel tone shades will sell for $2.99, which is a dollar more than the other colors by SinfulColors but still less expensive than most major nail brands. In addition, the polishes will include SinfulColors two-step faux gel formula. Expect to see tutorials on her app that will demonstate the versatility of the polishes.
Jenner is the first celebrity to collaborate with the inexpensive brand.
“We are glad the next product with her name on it is SinfulColors,” Rahul Mehrotra, the brand’s general manager told WWD. “We think that this collaboration will energize the nail category by driving Millennial traffic to the store.”
Jenner’s website recently reflected her beauty brand expansion by changing it’s name from “Kylie Lipkit” to “Kylie Cosmetics”. What do you think will be the next beauty project that King Kylie will conquer?
