Today’s Bombshell is Simone from Buffalo, New York:

She types, “I am a 23 year old fashion stylist and online boutique owner from Buffalo, New York.”

” This is my FOURTH time submitting for fashion bomb of the day, and hopefully I get chosen before the end of the year, if not I will try again and again!”


” I just love fashion and your blog so much! I wake up every single day and look up new trends, articles, designers, and pictures.”


” I also study fashion merchandising in college…”

“… and I hope to become a fashion buyer once I attain my degree.”


” My style is very dependent upon my mood!”


” It’s a mix between chic, sexy, edgy, rockstar, urban, tomboy, and vintage!”


” I absolutely love fashion, your blog, and the creativity behind each fashion bomb, and I hope you choose me 🙂 Thanks for reading and viewing!”


I love your spirit! And that white look is everything.
Send us your Instagram name or blog when you get a moment.
Until then, what do you think?

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 6-8 clear, unfiltered, head-to-toe pictures of 6-8 different outfits (no collages) to thefashionbomb@gmail.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.

Hey Bombshells!
So before Fashion Week began, I was given a challenge to go to my local TJ Maxx or Marshalls store, and put together 3 different Fashion Week looks for $500.

The idea was to find one item that could be remixed into 3 looks with the addition of TJ Maxx items or accessories. With the challenge in mind, I made a beeline to the TJ Maxx in Union Square and began perusing their Runway department.



I found lots of great designer items at low prices, but was ultimately drawn to this $17 fluffy white skirt, and decided to use it as my foundational piece.


Working with neutrals is always a great way to go, as they mix and match effortlessly!

After perusing accessories (sunglasses and belts can kick a look up a notch)…

I started to compile clothing items that would go well with the fluffy skirt.

I decided to stick to a neutral palette in general; solid colored items can come off the most sophisticated, especially when shopping for a bargain!

Are you ready to see the result of my TJ Maxx/Marshalls Fashion Week challenge?
On the first day of wearing the skirt, I paired it with a creamy sweater from TJ Maxx, a fur coat, and Gianvito Rossi heels. I used a chain link belt from Marshalls as a necklace (I made that accessory do double duty!).


For my second time wearing the skirt, I paired it with an olive green blouse, and a blazer, both from TJ Maxx.

A metallic pump and a furry coat always seem to bring a look together.

Gotta admit, my last look was not my favorite, but I tried to make it werk, pairing a printed cape I found at TJ Maxx with the fluffy skirt, and my thigh high boots.

The grays were a bit off, but if you blink, it could work! LOL.

At any rate, there you have it!
With the exception of the outerwear and shoes, all the outfits were from TJ Maxx and Marshalls, and I scored them all for $500. Not bad, huh?
So did I pass the challenge? And which TJ Maxx/Marshalls outfit was your fave?
*This Post was Sponsored by TJ Maxx and Marshalls
Images: Karl Pierre and Jay Strut

Today’s Bombshell of the Day is Lex and she brings the heat straight out of L.A.:

 She writes, “Hello, I follow and love your blog…”

“…I would love to be considered as your daily fashion feature…”

“…I am a plus sized model…”

“…and also into fashion writing an styling.”

I love your turtle neck crop top with that saucy leg baring printed skirt. Cute! Be sure to write in with your Instagram info.

What do you think?

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 6-8 clear, unfiltered, head-to-toe pictures of 6-8 different outfits (no collages) to thefashionbomb@gmail.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.

We’re kicking off this week with a 2nd time Bombshell, Lisa from Dallas, Texas:

She writes, “My style is a reflection of who I am…”

“… A happy stylish woman who owns her curves…”


“… and is passionate about helping other plus size woman love themselves.”


“More info n contact: www.TheShoppingSlayer.com & @TheShoppingSlayer.”

Hot! See Lisa’s first submission here.
Follow her on her blog, www.TheShoppingSlayer.com, and on Instagram @TheShoppingSlayer.
What do you think?

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 6-8 clear, unfiltered, head-to-toe pictures of 6-8 different outfits (no collages) to thefashionbomb@gmail.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.

Happy Monday!
So I promised loads of Fashion Week giveaways, and I’m delivering today;)
If you follow us on Instagram @FashionBombDaily, you’d know that I’ve been working with Carol’s Daughter, updating their Instagram @CarolsDaugther with some of my Fashion Week pix.

As part of my Fashion Month ambassadorship with the hair brand, I’m also hosting loads of giveaways for Carol’s Daughter products and gift cards! We did our first giveaway last week on Instagram, but this week, we’re bringing it to the blog to give you Bombshells a chance to enter to win.

To enter, send your Bomb hair or Beauty pic to thebomblife@gmail.com. We’ll publish the pix in a post on Wednesday; you guys can help us choose 3 winners to win a $100 Carol’s Daughter gift card!

Past Winners @Amia_Renee and @Yomilewa

Can’t wait to see what you send in! And be sure to follow @CarolsDaughter on IG for even more snaps from my NYFW journey!

*Above, I’m wearing an American Apparel crop top and a Joseph striped skirt…

And an McQ by Alexander McQueen dress and Alice + Olivia boots.

Stay tuned for more pix on TheBombLife.com (When I can get to it!)

Today we have a 2nd time Bombshell: Nike from LA. She was first featured in 2014. See how her style has evolved since:

Ok, Ms. Nike, I see you! You get a resounding Yasssssssss! from me! Gorgeous pictures, gorgeous clothes, Bombshell!
See more on her blog, Specsandblazers.com, and on Instagram @Mznikeface.
What say you?

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 6-8 clear, unfiltered, head-to-toe pictures of 6-8 different outfits (no collages) to thefashionbomb@gmail.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.

Happy Friday!
Fashion Week is going full force, but we always have a Fashion Bomber! Take a look at David, a junior at Boston University.

He writes, “I am from Georgia but currently attend school in Boston.”

“I love contemporary, modern plays on classic pieces. For example I love a tailored suit but in a Forest green color.”


” With having English influence from family extending from the United Kingdom, 007 is a major influence in my style.”


” In a nutshell I would say my style is classic but daring.”

“Thank you for your blog and giving me the fashion news that I love. My instagram name is @doublelowe7.”


Dope! Have fun in the snow!
View more on IG @doublelowe7.
Thoughts?

Fashion Bomber of the Day is a feature showcasing the singular style of male Fashion Bomb Readers. Send your name, location, a description of your style, and 5-8 picture(s) to thefashionbomb@gmail.com. PLEASE: no collages. No filters. Images submitted may be featured on Facebook or Twitter. Comments can be harsh, so bring your A game!

An article in the New York Times discusses the issue of diversity amongst Fashion Designers in the New York Fashion week line up.

Vanessa Friedman writes, “Though no one would say that the ethnic makeup of every industry needs to reflect exactly the ethnic makeup of the population at large (African-Americans represent just over 13 percent of the United States population), and the American fashion industry is no less diverse than the British or French or Italian fashion industries (indeed, it may be more so), the lack of African-American representation in the New York establishment is striking.”

Friedman goes on to say, “First, the very vocal and active way the industry finds “inspiration” in African-American culture, from the music world (Rihanna was awarded the CFDA Fashion Icon prize last June, while Vogue named her the single biggest influence on the spring 2014 catwalks) to street culture; second, the buying power of the African-American consumer, which Nielsen estimated will reach $1.3 trillion by 2017; and finally, the fact that it is a basic tenet of fashion in a global world that the more diverse points of view on a design team, the more broadly relevant and (probably) desirable the end product will be — and hence the more successful the brand.”

Friedman interviewed everyone from Bethann Hardison to Andre Leon Talley, who all speculated that educational and socioeconomic realities present barriers to entry.
In an industry where connections and networks are key, black designers are definitely at a disadvantage; couple that with the tremendous costs associated with distribution and promotion, and the landscape looks quite bleak.

I think a race specific fashion incubator that awards grants to designers of color would be a step in the right direction. Though affirmative action seems to be a relic of the past, I believe it’s still necessary given the realities of the fashion world.
What do you think?
Read more on the New York Times.

Today’s Bombshell is Mina from Coral Springs, Florida:

She writes, “I would describe my style as trendy, fun, and chic.“

” Whenever I am putting together a look I have in mind to offer a fashion eye full with a twist.”


” Besides being a fashion enthusiast, I’m a fashion blogger and I always try to display my looks with unique coordination of color, print, and cut.”


“I try to keep it simple with my incorporation of accessories and mixing vintage pieces with current clothing.”


” None the less, my style is simple, funky, and progressing one season at a time!”


” My instragram is @_dopeambition_ and my fashion blog is thedresscode.us.”



You’re adorable! Love your long tops. See more on Instagram @_dopeambition_ and on her blog, thedresscode.us
Thoughts?

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 6-8 clear, unfiltered, head-to-toe pictures of 6-8 different outfits (no collages) to thefashionbomb@gmail.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 Bombshell is Courtney from Atlanta:

She writes, “My style is versatile and mood based…”

” but always comfortable.”


“I feel most confident and sexy in a basic tee, jeans and heels.”

” The great thing about my wardrobe is the fact I can be whomever I want whenever I want.”


” Depending on how I’m feeling is what determines what I wear but I always want to feel my best in what I have on!”


More here:

Your style is simple and sexy. Work!
See more on Courtney’s blog, Believe-instyle.com and on Instagram @BelieveinStyle_.
Thoughts?

\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 6-8 clear, unfiltered, head-to-toe pictures of 6-8 different outfits (no collages) to thefashionbomb@gmail.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.