Happy Wednesday!
Yesterday, I had the distinct honor of speaking to FIT’s Black Retail Action Group (B.R.A.G for short).

Though I was more than a little late, these future industry insiders waited patiently to hear about my journey and any advice I could offer on going for your dreams.

It was a full house!
Aside from recounting my background, I also offered 5 tips:
1. Be persistent and consistent
2. Pay your dues/accumulate great experiences
3. If something doesn’t work, try something new! The definition of insanity is to try the same thing over and over again and expect a different result.
4. Banish fear/follow your heart. Don’t make excuses
5. Watch the company you keep.

Perhaps I’ll write a book one day expounding on each point. But for now, I’m just speaking on it.

For the occasion, I decided to go for a bit of a Clueless vibe in a plaid Dries van Noten jacket over a Robert Rodriguez shirt and Zara pleated faux leather skirt.

Someone asked if I could show how I repurpose items in my closet. I first wore the Dries jacket with black jeans and Louboutin pumps at fashion week.

Which way was better?
At any rate, it’s always fun to share of my time, and I met a lot of students who might be Fashion Bomb interns sooner than later!

Karl Pierre took a bunch more flix. If you want to see ’em, be sure to check out TheBombLife.com (I’ll try upload them before the end of the day).
Many thanks to the students at BRAG for having me. And be sure to stay in touch (and tag me in all those selfies we took!).

Smootches!
Images: Karl Pierre

Today’s Bombshell is Ofunne from the Bay Area:

She writes, “I am a fashion and beauty blogger from Cali (All-dat-jazz.com)”


” I strive for a minimalist aesthetic.”


” I love to dress really feminine, and sexy while also having a lot of fun with it.”


” I’m a tomboy who has kind of evolved into a “girly girl”, so I like playing with those two ideas as well and mixing hard and soft pieces together.”


” Rihanna is my biggest style inspiration.”


” You can follow me on Instagram (@kerrilove) or Twitter (@OfunneO).”


See more here:

Love it! You have a great variety of looks and work each and every one!
See more on Ofunne’s blog All-dat-jazz.com and on Instagram @kerrilove.
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.

Yesterday’s Bombshell was a little too jazzy for your taste. Perhaps you’d prefer Anita from Houston’s more subtle styling?

She says, “ I currently attend Louisiana State University in Baton Rouge, LA.”

” My style is a lot of neutral filled colors…”

“… with a statement piece to match.”

” I love that ONE bold piece…”

“…that really pulls an outfit together.”

You’re absolutely gorgeous! Hand of that Moschino belt;)
See more on Instagram @anitamnunez.
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.

Sophia Bush skewed sultry while heading into Warwick Nightclub in a For Love And Lemons Summer 2014 White Sheer Lace Dress, a black bodysuit from the brand, a $195 Clare Vivier Leopard Print Clutch, and Rene Caovilla Black Lace Open Toe Booties:

Check out the dress from the brand’s Summer 2014 lookbook.

Her simple clutch is crafted from leopard print pony hair and features a zip top.

Hot!

What do you think? Hot! or Hmm…?

Images: AKM-GSI

My computer has been trying me this morning, thus our Bombshell is a little later than usual. Hopefully Mandisa from New York is worth the wait!

She says, “[As far as a description of my style], If I had to choose one word I’ll say Versatile.”

“My love for dance and fashion seemed to be the one thing I never outgrew overtime.”


” My style evolves constantly…”


“.. and every day is an opportunity to express and showcase my creativity and individuality.”

See more here:

I love it! You take risks, but everything looks great on you!
See more of Mandisa on Instagram @AdancewithFashion.
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 ending this week with Edwige from London:

The blogger for Edwige-ala-mode.blogspot.co.uk says, “I believe Fashion can be bought but style is about individuality.”

“… it’s created by you based on your understanding of Fashion.”


“I love simplicity [because it offers] so much elegance.”


“I enjoy experimenting with fashion, by dressing according to how I feel.”


” I love mixing the latest fashion with what’s already in my closet.”


” My style philosophy is you don’t need to break the bank to look fabulous, you just need to buy timeless fashion pieces.”


“My style is girly, fresh, simple with a touch of elegance. But I’m always up for a change.”


” My style is changing with me as I change as a person. I’m always experimenting, I love mixing high street and high end together to create my desired outfits. “

Simplicity at its finest! I love it!
Peruse Edwige’s other looks on her blog Edwige-ala-mode.blogspot.co.uk and Instagram @Edwigealamode.
Hot! or Hmm…?

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.

Ready for this week’s Fashion Bomber? Check out Chad from Boston, Mass:

He types, ” I am a 27-year-old alumni of Grambling State University and a current Sales Representative for a Fortune 500 company.”

” I recently started a clothing company called Patterson & Co. which is a Men’s wear lifestyle brand that focuses on Fashion, Art & Education.”

“I would describe my style as organized chaos. I feel that I don’t have a specific style, I more or so dress according to my feeling for the day.”


” However, I’m inspired by vintage garments, preppy looks, and most of all colors. I always try to incorporate some sort of gnarly color combination to showcase my fashion sense and creativity.”


” I always say Fashion is pre-determined, style is your own personal taste. Once you master both, you’re in pretty good shape to make a nice fashion statement every time you put together an outfit.”


Alright, Chad! You’re dapper and exceedingly articulate to boot. I say you’re a Bomber!
Check out Chad’s clothing line at www.pandco44.com.
What do you think?

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!

You’re gonna love today’s Bombshell! Check out Lauren from Chicago, Illinois:

The blogger for Diariesofawannaberichkid.blogspot.com writes, “When it comes to fashion, I like to keep it simple yet chic.”


” As a mom of two young boys, I’m all about being comfortable but still looking polished and pulled together.”


“I like to keep it edgy by doing fun things with my hair (hence the teal streak) and through my accessories.”


” Fashion should be fun and I try to keep it that way, all while staying classic and timeless.”

” I need my pieces to carry me from season to season.”

Hot! I love it! You better work, momma!
See more on Instagram @midwestlolita or on her blog, Diariesofawannaberichkid.blogspot.com.
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 Jade, a personal shopper from Paris!

About herself, she effused, “Jade LUKEBADIO is a ‘Personal Shopper'”

” Passionate about fashion since the age of 11, she had a habit of cutting the pages of magazines and catalogs to redo the “looks”…”


“… it stuck and kept in her fashion notebook.”


“Self-taught, she graduated as a major in Personal Shopper within an agency located uptown the beautiful Champs Elysees.”


“With Many trips to England and specifically to London, she was able to participate in many fashion weeks…”


“.. which enabled her to acquire an excellent culture of fashion and it’s trends.”

Alright! Love that Givenchy tee!
See more of Jade’s style on her site Closetconfession.fr/blog and on Instagram @ClosetConfession.
You feeling it?

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 Tiffany from Brooklyn!

The blogger for TheAllureDiaries.com writes, “My style is a combination of boho, edgy, and girly all in one.”

” I love mixing it up and wearing things that aren’t usually placed together.”

” My favorite thing to do is take an ultra feminine piece and pair it with something edgy like a great leather jacket or a pair of combat boots.”

” Although I love having fun with fashion I also love looks that are very simple, chic, and ladylike.”


See more here:

Adorable! I love your slit skirt and your ombré coat!
Be sure to follow Tiffany on her blog TheAllureDiaries.com and on Instagram @theallurediaries.
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.