Nicky Hilton went bold at the Atelier Versace Fall 2015 Couture Fashion Show in a Spring 2015 White Grommet Dress from the brand:
Nicky substituted the catwalk’s silver choker and buckled ankle-strap sandals for white Christian Louboutin pumps.
Though a wardrobe malfunction is inevitable in this frock, there’s no denying it’s cute.
What do you think? Hot! or Hmm…?
It’s undeniable that there’s quite a bit going on with race relations and injustices in America right now. It was only this weekend that Usher wore a ‘Juneteenth’ tee at the Essence Music Festival and asked “Have we truly achieved our independence?” Well it seems that on Twitter, a social media celebrity was taking beauty bloggers to task for not being as vocal.
Luvvie Ajayi is known for her stern reads and epic rants dispersed through her websites and dispatched in parts through her Twitter feed — soon she’ll have a book to deliver the tea called “I’m Judging You.” Last week the subject of her latest rant was quite surprising: black beauty bloggers. She started things off with:
Black beauty bloggers, I know yall have “brands” but so many of you have kept on like ain’t shit happening but makeup. You cute, doe.
— Awesomely Luvvie (@Luvvie) July 1, 2015
Of course, that was only the beginning. What followed was the Twitter star taking bloggers to task for staying silent a time when the community needs as many voices as possible and all for money. She fired off a few resounding dispatches:
Bloggers who are afraid to speak up for fear of losing ad dollars. Companies who would get offended aren’t the ones giving you $ ANYWAY.
— Awesomely Luvvie (@Luvvie) July 1, 2015
You’re going after multicultural brand dollars but won’t say nothing as the people you “target” are being targeted in the streets. Ok den.
— Awesomely Luvvie (@Luvvie) July 1, 2015
You can read the full thing in order as it was archived by Luvvie herself. But of course, this wouldn’t be the internet if her critique didn’t come with a critique of it’s own. Gina McCauly of What About Our Daughters took up the mantle, criticizing Ajayi’s assessment saying “This is about attempting to dictate how Black women must grieve in public. Not even our sorrow belongs to us.“
McCauly explained: “Black women and girls have a right to have spaces where they can be carefree, flighty, flaky, frivolous, and funny. Occasionally we need a break. For some people, that’s a beauty blog.“
What do you think? Being fashion/beauty bloggers/journalists here at The Fashion Bomb, we think it’s a pretty interesting conversation. We definitely are advocates of covering diversity issues — we’re really predicated on the idea — and see where Luvvie is coming from.
I personally am a little conflicted on the issue. When I marched in New York’s Millions March and brought photographer Karl Pierre along to capture images, I was accused of doing so for a photo op, and questioned on my choice of attire.
When I suggested a Served Fresh t-shirt acknowledging reckless killings for Bomb Product of the Day, many on Instagram shamed Served Fresh for ‘profiting off of pain.’
Even when I sussed out a fashion moment from Solange Knowles, when she protested Trayvon Martin’s wrongful death, I was lambasted for not focusing on the main issue at hand.
I’ve actually been so criticized for attempting to stay on the style topic while showing awareness of current events, that I’ve concluded that fashion, style, and intensely charged political issues don’t mix. So if I march, I march without a camera man or a blog post. If I support, I do so in silence because I feel anything else will be seen as frivolous. And because fashion is, at its core, 100% frivolous, I’ve concluded that perhaps these issues don’t have a place on a fashion blog.
What do you think? Should fashion and beauty bloggers stick to their lipsticks and clothes or should they use the enormous platforms they’ve garnered in even the smallest of ways to support their communities?
And if so, how?
Chrissy Teigen and John Legend weren’t the only stars in attendance at the Vogue Paris Foundation Gala!Take a look at who else slayed the scene:
Naomi Campbell flaunted a curly ‘do and a lacy sheer Burberry gown with black sandals.
Black lace was also on the sartorial for Bar Rafaeli, who showed off her stems in a high slit lingerie inspired gown.
Joan Smalls looked every bit the model in shimmery semi sheer Saint Laurent.
Saint Laurent also outfitted model Anja Rubik in a belted blazer dress.
Lily Donaldson rounded out the Saint Laurent army in a high slit cocktail.
As we wrote here, Chrissy Teigen posed next to hubby John Legend in Giorgio Armani.
Model Irina Shayk showed some skin in a red Versace cut out viscose crepe dress.
I kinda live for Rosie Huntington-Whiteley. Though we say it a lot, I literally would wear this Anthony Vaccarello x Versace black ensemble in a heartbeat! She cute!
And that rounds out the attendees for the Vogue Paris Foundation Gala. Who had your favorite look of the evening?
Before walking in Chanel Couture, Kendall Jenner indulged in some retail therapy at one of the iconic fashion house’s boutiques in a $495 Laer Cropped Moto Leather Jacket and $214 Ronny Kobo Cori Safari Green Pants:
She completed her look with a pair of $595 Dior So Real Sunglasses, her favorite Givenchy Lucrezia Bag, and a pair of $765 Gianvito Rossi Ellipsis Pumps.
Her cropped moto jacket hits just above the waistline and has a slim, fitted silhouette. It features a zip gusset cuff, two zip pockets, and chrome hardware.
Her slouchy fabric weave pants showcase leather ties that lace along the legs and circle the waist, slant front pockets, welt back pockets, a snap closure and zip fly.
Hot!
If you’re up for the splurge, get Kendall’s jacket here and trousers here.
Thoughts?
Chrissy Teigen celebrated at the Vogue Paris Fashion Week Party with hubby John Legend in a Giorgio Armani Fall 2015 Embellished Wrap Gown:
Chrissy swapped in ankle-strap sandals for the runway’s black patent booties.
Gorgeous!
What do you think? Hot! or Hmm…?
Tanay spied pix of Karrueche partying it up over 4th of July weekend, and asked, “Where did she get her swimsuit?”
Kae looked bomb for the holiday in an American flag cover up and a $57.50 Sonya Bikini by MintSwim.
In addition to white, the high waisted two piece comes in black, blush, and olive green.
Looks pretty cute!
Have any of you tried Mint Swim bikini’s? Is the quality good?
Get Karruche’s swimsuit at MintSwim.com.
Jada Pinkett Smith gave new meaning to “festival chic” while at the 3rd day of the 2015 Wireless Festival in a $474 Diesel Stretch Cotton Jumpsuit:
Her sleeveless jumpsuit features a front zip closure, zip and seam detailing, a back snap button closure, and five pocket styling.
Another flawless look!
Get Jada’s jumpsuit here.
What do you think?
Last night, model Rosie Huntington-Whiteley was spotted at the amFAR dinner while uplifting a floral print cutout gown from Atelier Versace’s Fall 2015 Couture collection.
The eye-catching dress boasts a sheer effect, floral appliques and a flowy silhouette.
It looks like Rosie loves this brand! Earlier yesterday, she rocked another similar piece from the fashion house. But, this time, in black.
I’m a huge fan of Rosie’s style. This girl can rock it all!
Thoughts?
Signing Out — Esmesha
Hey Hey!!
It’s been an exceedingly busy past few weeks between the BET Awards and ESSENCE Fest! ESSENCE was all about brand synergies, so after hosting the Golden Carpet for McDonalds, I headed over to the My Black is Beautiful booth on the 4th of July to chat beauty and style with celebs and fellow bloggers who stopped by.
Elle Varner passed through, looking patriotic in a red, white, and blue striped set by Black Fleece. In response to the question, “What are you working on to feel Altogether Beautiful,” she said, “I’m working on loving myself. And when you love yourself, you can’t help but feel beautiful.” Preach!
She also talked about her must have beauty product (tinted moisturizer), and about her fashion style (she described it as quirky). There will be video sometime soon, so stay tuned!
After chatting with Elle, I headed across the street to the Marriott for a Fashion Bomb Daily Meet N Greet/shopping party with Meow and Barks Boutique.
The Jacksonville, Florida based store is chock full of trendy, affordable pieces and loads of Bombshells popped by to shop it up!
I finally met former Bombshells and design duo the DPiper Twins. I need both of those dresses!
And this fashionista looked electric in neon tones.
It was a very full, but very fun day.
For the 4th, I wore a House of Holland denim dress, then added white accents with my Moschino Good Girl Belt.
I wore Versace sandals, and added a pop of red with Covergirl lipgloss.
Learn more about My Black is Beautiful here and shop it up at Meow and Barks Boutique here. There’s a lot to love.
Stay tuned for more instances from my weekend in NOLA!
*Shout out to the Fashion Bombshells who came out to the Meet N Greet! I appreciate you!
*Also, just for fun: Check out my feature on Iman’s site, Destination Iman!
Images: Karl Pierre
