Ciara popped by the Tom Ford showroom to try on a few things, and stopped short at this velvet cut out dress from Ford’s Fall 2015 collection:
The dress was modeled under a patchwork jacket in the show.
Looking at it from the runway, I would’ve never plucked this piece for myself! But Cici serves.
Hot!
What do you think?
Well, yesterday, I asked for submissions from you lovelies, so you can show me how you wear Fall 2015’s Flared Pants Trend.
As usual, you guys showed us how to take looks from the runway and remix them for real life.
Take a look at a few stand outs:
Melody from Zimbabwe @chimedzam loves her flares! It figures, she submitted several photos:
She typed, ” I’m so obsessed with flares, I couldn’t choose which one to send to you.”
They look so great on you–if I were you, I’d wear them all the time, too!
Christina from @JustMissedtheRunway said, “I’ve paired the pants with a turtleneck and menswear Brooks Brothers blazer I scored at a thrift store!” I love it! And yes, new hair!
@Lavidoz looked super svelte in a striped shirt and curve hugging jeans. Yes!
Taylor aka @ ___Taylorh___ struck a pose in a pair of pale pink pants I must have.
@Sonyeprincess was submitted by Ryan, who wrote, “Sonye loves flare bottoms paired with boho chic pieces. She gives a 70’s vibe like no other! Her flares are by Frame denim.” I’m gonna need that jumpsuit in 4, 3, 2…
@Charmsie submitted her favorite flared faux leather pants, and offered a 70’s feel.
@s0clothesminded_ gave this look a dressy spin with a striped blazer and black pants.
Young at Style www.YoungatStyle.com always represents! She wrote, “Flared Pants! With a pop of color & fringe!” Werk!
Latte @LattteSamuels from NYC submitted two lovely looks: a floral ensemble and dark denim. She wrote, “Flared pants are a necessary/favorite part of my wardrobe and I just had to submit.”
Lastly, Selene aka @Diary_of_a_housewife showed off her form in fitted flares. Hot!
That does it! See even more flix in our gallery (click the main image above).
Our next trend? Carwash pleats. This will be a tough one, so I look forward to seeing what you send in!
Direct your photos to thebomblife@gmail.com.
Until then, whose look speaks to your style?
Discussing and attempting to replicate how French women dress seem to be recurring themes in fashion, don’t they? One or two pages in your favorite glossy this month probably take a stab at the formula. Luckily for us, we won’t have to try to hard as Vanessa Seward has dedicated her latest collection to the undeniable and unforgettable chicness of les femmes françaises.
The brand just opened its first boutique in the City of Lights and they’re already getting quite a bit of traffic. It’s no surprise as Seward’s are looks that build a year-round wardrobe. You could literally take the assortment’s opening white suit and wear it right now: for your wedding, to work, or by separating the blazer and pants. Take notes designers: this is what versatility looks like.
Many of us yearn for the Yves Saint Laurent of yesterday (sorry Hedi) and though those memories will live on in style history for decades to come, Seward harnessed the power of the icon with pieces that riffed on some of his 70’s signatures. A blue brocade skirt felt glamorous yet undemanding with flat sandals for anchors, the French fashion house’s trademark heart motif crept in on a scarf, and a flirty pleated swing dress radiated confidence and sexiness.
Seward’s designs weren’t incredibly inventive or unusual, but neither of those adjectives need describe a wardrobe built on functionality and quality. After all, one thing we’ve learned is that the key to looking even remotely as stylish as French women is by not trying too hard: or at least not looking as if you did. The ease and tailoring of a navy double-breasted jacket or a pair of high-waist army green khaki trousers are just the kinds of pieces you’ll see the designer wear herself—exuding effortlessness and sophistication with every step.
Thoughts on Vanessa Seward’s latest?
Images: VOGUE.com
Once warm weather rolls around, all stylish women want are chic pieces that are easy to slip in and out of. Luckily for them, Stella McCartney makes designs that fall into that category. She served up an entire collection of them for her latest runway effort, with a particular focus on one of her signature categories: knitwear.
McCartney’s partnership with Adidas is still going strong, thus we know she can deliver on athletic-inspired wear with little to no effort. A sporty chic flair was injected here with figure-skimming ribbed polos and matching pencil skirts, bold visor-inspired aviator shades, and strappy flatforms.
Pleats introduced movement into the designs on neon-hued frocks, asymmetric-hem tanks and maxi skirts, and strapless tunics. Bright shades are a trademark of the season and it was refreshing to see McCartney embracing vibrant shades.
The brand always has a standout stamp each season and for Spring, it’s all about swirl embroidery. The artful design was emblazoned onto a black and white dress with a sheer, sultry bodice, a sleeveless jumpsuit with a low-cut neckline, a mockneck sweater and matching trousers, and sporty chic separates.
Menswear-inspired suiting has been symbolic of the brand since its inception and McCartney reassessed the classics with functional, long-line double breasted vests, easy trousers, boxy power blazers, and strapless tunics that could double as tuxedo dresses. The looks echoed an attractive and engaging luxury, though they were at times minimalist in their approach.
Denim was given a surprising and elegant spin with off-the-shoulder, zip-front tunics, slouchy jeans that could have admittedly used a bit of hemming if they’re meant to actually be worn in real-life, and a collared, long-sleeve shirt for a modern riff on the timeless button-front shirt.
And the eyelet frocks will undoubtedly be the red carpet pieces of the season. With sheer insets, one-shoulder necklines, leg-baring lengths, and colorful tints, the dresses will certainly catapult their wearers to the top of the season’s best dressed list.
What do you think of McCartney’s Spring collection?
Source: VOGUE.com
J. Lo looked bangin on the block in white jeans, black booties, and a $925 Balenciaga Intarsia Sweater. Her top shares the print of the Balenciaga dress Beyonce wore to the Eiffel Tower last year:
Jenny’s black, white, and gray sweater boasts a turtleneck, along with a monochrome landscape print on an intarsia stretch fabric.
Bey’s dress is more of a crewneck, and has long sleeves and a high hem.
They both look great! I love this print.
What do you think?
*We’re testing out a new poll system, what do you think?
**Recreate J. Lo’s look here:
So, even with all the trends, the monochromatic look is here to stay (at least for one more season).
Be inspired to embrace a tonal color palette with the 5 Fabulous Looks below, curated by the brilliant Danielle Nicole aka @StyleisMyObsession:
Embrace winter white in a fluffy coat, a tie waist top, and a $30 River Island Lace Skirt. Finish your look with nude Christian Louboutin laser cut pumps and a Givenchy Mini Pandora bag.
Go gray with a Joseph Off the Shoulder sweater and Marled Gray Flared Leggings from River Island.
Complete with black accessories: Casadei pumps, an Hermes bag, and an Hermes cuff.
Head to toe brown is popping this Fall, and what better way to achieve it that with various textures? Start with a suedette Halston dress, and complete with a suede trench.
Chic booties and a Peek a boo bag provide the perfect finishing touches.
Black on black is always chic, especially with a burst of Balmain!
Rock the brand’s Tuxedo Jacket with wide legged pants, and finish with Christian Louboutin Iriza Pumps.
Alicia Keys attended the Harlem School of the Arts 50th anniversary kickoff at The Plaza last night in a $700 Jeri Jumpsuit by Alice + Olivia:
She beamed next to her son, Egypt, and her mom, Terria Joseph. What a beautiful family!
The strapless crepe de chine piece is designed with a straight-leg silhouette and is intricately embellished with sparkling crystals and beads.
Purchase below:
American Ballet Theatre Female Principal Dancer Misty Copeland performed on the Late Show with Stephen Colbert last night! She arrived at the studio in svelte black jeans, boots, and a $905 Isabel Marant Striped Hatfield Sweater:
She is adorable!
Her sweater is très français, and features classic Breton stripes and black buttons.
Isabel Marant’s pieces are always so simple and timeless. I’ll be adding this to my lust list!
If you’re into it, purchase yours at Net a Porter.
What do you think?
See Misty perform with You Yo Ma on the show below:
Today’s Bombshell is celebrating a Birthday! Take a look at twin, Louisa from Alaska!
She says, “My twin sister and I fight over everything, but nonetheless we love each other (oh that poor street light!).”
She continues, “[I’m a] Fashionista | Twin | Pharmacist | Shoe-lover | Alaska (born in Nigeria)”
About her style, she says it’s, “Trendy…”
“.. fashionable…”
“… and affordable.”
More here:
Hot, you’re a Bombshell! And Happy Birthday!
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Who knew there were so many ways to slay in black and white?
Janelle Monae was certainly in her element at Chanel’s airplane inspired Spring 2016 show, wearing a black and white dress from the house’s Fall 2015 collection.
She greeted her male doppelganger, Karl Lagerfeld, who was justifiably smitten with her!
Janelle uplifted her look with Oscar Tiye Yumna colorblock sandals…
The original was worn with flats.
This look was made for her! Way to end Paris Fashion Week with a bang!
What do you think?
