Fashion Bombshell of the Day: Alana from New York

Today’s Bombshell, Alana, was born in Rochester, New York:

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She wrote in, “I say my style is girly…”

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“… but it is ever evolving.”

“As I get older I find myself become more daring…”

“… and trying to find versatile special pieces in my wardrobe”

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” over buying quantity.”

” I love to add a bit of sexy…”

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“… or sometimes edge to my outfits.”

” My favorite color though is black.”

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“I constantly find myself buying a lot of
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You’re gorgeous! And your looks are simple yet
polished. I like! 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
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Images submitted will be featured on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter,
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Fashion Bombshell of the Day: Teaka from Tennessee

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Happy Wednesday, Bombshells!
Sorry for the slow posts today. My morning has been absolutely consumed with the Fall Trends roundup! But now I’m free to get back to our regularly scheduled program. Check out today’s Bombshell, Teaka from Nashville, Tennessee:

She says, “There is not one word that I would use to describe my style….I don’t like to be defined.”

” My style is very versatile.”


” I believe that your mood is a good reflection of your style.”


” I LOVE a clean..sleek..look!! Clothes haves the ability to help you express who you are without you having to say a word. I embrace MY own personal style! I like to mix highs (expensive) and lows (cheap).”

“I tend to play around with my wardrobe, because after all…..IT’S JUST CLOTHES!!!!”

Indeed! You’re definitely a cute girl with a ton of classic pieces. Loving your black jumpsuit!

Thoughts on today’s Bombshell?

 

 
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 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.

Fashion Bombshell of the Day: Teresia from Kenya

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Today’s Bombshell is Teresia, a native of Kenya currently pursuing her Masters in Public Health at University of Missouri-Columbia:

She writes, “My style is decent, fun and colorful.”

“l love my prints, brights and anything high waisted.”


“Prints have a sense of culture, l think it tells more about my African background. Brights have been on style this season, l think the color of your outfit speaks a lot about your mood, brights bring a happy feeling to me.”


“Finally, l think anything high waisted works best for those with a little belly, l love the fact that it covers it and leaves you looking stylish and fashionable.”


“l am currently running a fashion page on Facebook.The page name is “YourAfrican Closet”.Check me out and thank you for this opportunity.”


I love it! All the colors and fab patterns suit you.
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 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.

Fashion Bombshell of the Day: Tristen from Maryland

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We’re ending this week with Tristen from Maryland:

She says, “I would describe my style as chic + grunge!”
” I’m always choosing pieces that will accentuate my curves, show off my collar bones or colors that look great with my skin tone.”


” I love the famous “OMG! Is that a guy?” question.”


” My outfits never get the chance to be played down, because my iconic 80’s haircut, and a simple smokey gives me just that hint of grunge I love to seek out!”


” You don’t have to conform to society to be a part of society.”


” BE YOURSELF & ROCK YOUR STYLE!”


Alright! Are you a dancer? You are posing for the Gods, honey! I’m also here for your haircut. Love it.
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 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.

Fashion Bomber of the Day: Dualleh from the Hague

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Today we have a 2nd time Bomber and former Bomber of the Year candidate! Yes, Dualleh from the Hague has submitted pictures for another feature.


You may remember, the first time around, his friend Meda sent in some flix. Now, the 35-year-old wanted to showcase a few snapshots he plucked himself.

He writes, “My clothes are all thrifted.”

“I customize them as you know from before.”

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” I do freelance photography & styling now.”


” Well to make it short, I do everything with fashion & art…”

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” See more of my work on my Facebook Page.”

Boom! You were the bomb before and you’re the bomb now! I must say, I do appreciate the updated snaps. I love it all!
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. Images submitted may be featured on Facebook or Twitter. Comments can be harsh, so bring your A game!

Fashion Bombshell of the Day: Seyi from LA

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Today we’re going to the City of Angels with Seyi from LA:

She writes, “I would describe my style as “a little bit of this, a little bit of that”.”

” I love clean cut looks, like a fitted pant suit…”


“… but I also enjoy experimenting with different colors, patterns…”

“… materials, and shapes.”


” I know what looks good on me and…”

“… what I feel 100% comfortable rocking.”


” I don’t like to limit myself to one specific style because I feel that puts me in a box.”

Polished and pretty! I love your camo look. Check out Seyi’s blog at InFashionITrust.com and on Instagram @watchaseyi.
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 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.

Fashion Bombshell of the Day: Camila from Las Vegas

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Today’s Bombshell is Camila from Las Vegas:

She says, “ I’m a Colombian born petite blogger.”

” I would describe my style as feminine & polished with a touch of sass.”

” I’m 4’11 and a bit curvy, which is why I live by the style philosophy of celebrating your assets…”

“… And always choosing pieces being mindful of the shapes…”

“.. textures…”

“…and colors that flatter them best.”

Camilascloset.com is a Las Vegas based blog, a site through which I hope to inspire women to enhance & increase the potential of their natural beauty & style without breaking the bank.”

“My blog is written both in English and Spanish!”

Cool!
You’re cute as a button! Love your short sets and your Varsity Jacket look.
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 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.

Fashion Bombshell of the Day: Destiny from Virginia

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Today’s Bombshell is Destiny from Stafford, Virginia:

She writes, “My style is very versatile and compelling.”

” I like to stand out and turn necks as people walk by.”

“… I think outside the box with my outfits…”

“… and love to show my artistic side with the bright colors…”

“… and shapes I use.”

” I’m currently an O Ray International Model that is striving to be the best of the best!”

Wow, you’re really beautiful. You can wear a paper bag and make it look hot!
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 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.

Fashion Bomb 101: The Importance of a Good Tailor

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Full Disclosure: I get almost everything tailored.

Well, by everything, I mean everything that doesn’t fit me to my liking. Despite what number an item might read off the rack, pieces can fit you funky, in which case, I hop down to my neighborhood dry cleaner to get things adjusted, taken down, or taken in.


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It doesn’t have to be anything elaborate! I probably paid about $30-$40 to get my Marni blouse (above) taken in to fit my curves. I also get snaps added to my button downs (so they won’t gap), jeans hemmed, and open backs/too low fronts sewn up to fit my fancy.

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When you go into a store and see a mannequin looking fabulous, you might be inspired to buy the outfit. You try it on, but it doesn’t look as glamorous. The mannequin’s secret? Pins in the back that mold the clothes to curves, making them look great. Same with celebs. Their clothes fit them well, which is half the reason they look so amazing. The most important factor in making your clothes look good is fit (and a good steamer in the case of my Marni skirt below).

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In the past I didn’t understand this rule, and would buy clothes a bit too small, and try to make it work, puckering buttons and all. If you’ve been reading for a while, you may remember my saga with this J.Crew jacket back in 2006.

What I can say when it comes to tailoring: it’s much easier to get something that’s too big for you taken in, instead of ‘letting out’ something that is too small. So if you really like something, get it in a bigger size, if possible, then get it nipped and tucked. To whit: my Issa dress below (previously spied on Nicole Richie) was about a foot too long, and too low cut to wear a bra comfortably (see the difference in fit between Nicole and I). A few snaps and a hem, and voila:

So how do you find a good tailor? For small jobs, I just go to my neighborhood dry cleaner! Read reviews and follow your gut. Most artisans with a modicum of sewing ability can handle your standard hem or snap.

If you want something a bit more involved and live in New York, I’d recommend Alterations Master at 2 W. 46th Street. You have to make an appointment and they can get pricey, but they do wonderful work. Tailoring is worth every penny!
At any rate, tell me your thoughts on tailoring.
And if you can recommend someone great in your town, leave it in the comments and share the knowledge.
Smootches!

*Please excuse the quality of the pictures, they weren’t meant for publication! But hope they helped illustrate my point.

Fashion Bombshell Of The Day: Shola From Minnesota

Happy Monday!

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Today’s Bombshell is Shola from Minnesota. Check out her style: She says, “My style is more on the edgy and feminine side.”

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“I want to feel comfortable, sexy, edgy, and trendy, all in one outfit”

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“I love to have fun with all of my outfits, i always keep it funky and expressive.”

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“It’s all about making a statement with any outfit to me”

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“I am currently going to school for fashion merchandising and I am also an aspiring stylist.”

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Cute style! I love you with the short ‘do!  You can keep up with Shola on YouTube: @SholaShodipo and on Instagram: @FashionFanatics.

Your 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 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.