Today’s Bombshell is Ebony from Long Beach, California:

She writes, “I’m a scrubs wearing RN by day and in my spare time, I blog at www.rewindfashforward.com.”

“It is difficult for me to describe my style since it is based on my mood which is ever changing lol.”


” I am influenced by current and past fashion trends.”


” I love thrifting and most of the things I wear have some element of vintage involved.”


“In my opinion, Coco Chanel sums it up best; “Fashion is not something that exists in dresses only. Fashion is in the sky, in the street. Fashion has to do with ideas, the way we live, what is happening.” “


“For the most part, I am a girly girl!”


” I absolutely adore dresses and skirts and heels and colors and prints.”

” Every once and awhile I will throw some pants in the mix…”

“As far as accessories, I’m a minimalist. Usually a pair of cute earrings and a cute bag are all I add to a look.”


“I’ll end by saying I love your blog, and am a regular fashionbomb reader. While I am soooooooooo nervous about submitting my pics, I would be super excited to be selected as fashionbombshell of the day.”


Well, today’s your lucky day! I pretty much like everything, particularly your printed pieces and pops of neon colors.

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 picture(s) to thefashionbomb@gmail.com. Images submitted may be featured on Facebook or Twitter. Comments can be harsh, so bring your A game!

Today’s Bombshell is the fabulous McKenzie from Atlanta:

She writes, “I’m a Beauty Blogger for www.McKenzieRenae.tumblr.com, currently living in Atlanta, GA.”

” I was raised in Austin, TX and take pride in my lonestar state and southern roots!”


” I would describe my style as the perfect blend of edgy and chic.”

” I’m a total girlie girl but I love to mix things up with a little tomboy flair.”

“One of the secrets to mastering my style are mixing high and low price points, such as thrift and designer (I get so inspired by street style looks as well).The finishing touch is a bold statement lip, and I’m out the door!”


Super cute. Love, love, love your hair. Might have to be copying that white jean outfit soon.

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 picture(s) to thefashionbomb@gmail.com. Images submitted may be featured on Facebook or Twitter. Comments can be harsh, so bring your A game!

Today’s Bombshell is Dominique from Birmingham, New York:

She was submitted by her cousin Celese, who wrote, “I have been telling my cousin for YEARS she needs to start her own fashion blog, and she finally did it!”

” I thought it would be great if you guys could feature her on one day…”


“… she is a FABULOUS plus size fashionista!”

“She would describe her style as “Flirty sexy chic””

“[Her blog is] Dvixon.blogspot.com.”

Cute! The picture quality isn’t the greatest, but I can see you have an eye for color and pattern.
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 picture(s) to thefashionbomb@gmail.com. Images submitted may be featured on Facebook or Twitter. Comments can be harsh, so bring your A game!

Today’s Bombshell is DC native and New York resident Brittany:

She types, “ My style would be considered classic yet trendy.”


“… I purchase classic pieces and put a trendy twist on them.”


” In my world, leopard is a neutral color.”


” To me, an outfit without at least one great accessory is not complete.”


” I moved to NY to be closer to fashion. Attending FIT and partaking in internships has opened a new world for me to capture my love of fashion in my blog pieceloveandsole.blogspot.com.”

Cute! I see lots of potential here, and love your contrast lapel blazer and leopard pieces.

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 picture(s) to thefashionbomb@gmail.com. Images submitted may be featured on Facebook or Twitter. Comments can be harsh, so bring your A game!

Today I decided to pluck an international Bombshell. Take a look at Sabina’s London style:

She types, “Describing my style isn’t [easy] – I’m quite a fashion chameleon.”

” My style changes by the day, but I do have some principles I stick to.”

“Here we go… It’s always better to be overdressed rather than underdressed.”

” Heels may be a torture device, but they’re beautiful.”

” Being stylish is better than being trendy.”


 I’m a sucker for faux fur coats, but as it is [almost spring] now, I feel like that’s a bit of a pointless comment 😉 “

“I like feminine clothes, so you will usually find me wearing skirts or dresses. “


“See more at www.sabinasupernova.com.”

Alright! You’re certainly a fashion chameleon. Your looks are quirky and unique–they kind of remind me of something Six from Blossom would wear (am I alone?).
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 picture(s) to thefashionbomb@gmail.com. Images submitted may be featured on Facebook or Twitter. Comments can be harsh, so bring your A game!

Last night I was honored to attend the opening reception for a new exhibit at the Museum of the City of New York celebrating the work of legendary African-American designer Stephen Burrows:

Stephen Burrows is widely touted as the first African-American designer to reach international acclaim. Known for his signature lettuce hems and bias cuts, the New Jersey native dressed the likes of Grace Jones, Naomi Campbell, Diana Ross, and more in his body skimming, colorful, and supremely sexy matte jersey frocks (read more about him in our Stephen Burrows archive).


Burrows’s clothes captured the essence of the disco era, and the exhibit fittingly features clothes on mannequins striking dance poses,with Studio 54 era music and video playing in the background.

For the opening reception,  fashion glitterati including Robin Givhan, Pat Cleveland, Bethann Hardison, Iman, Bill Cunningham, Michaela Angela Davis, Harriette Cole, Tai Beauchamp, Debra Lee, Emil Wilbekin, Bevy Smith, and more filled the museum’s entrance and adjoining rooms.

 

I actually forgot the event was happening until the night before (oops!), so forgive my camera phone pictures, as I didn’t have time to assemble my photography and video crew.

 

I actually pulled an outfit together last minute, but ultimately went for an artsy vibe in a Peter Pilotto dress, Walter Steiger sandals, and my favorite Proenza Schouler bag.
What do you think?
It was a fun night, and a great way to honor a living legend.

 

(Pat Cleveland is a hoot. I asked her what was the biggest lesson she learned in all her years of modeling. She said, “Keep Going.” Indeed).

At any rate, I’d highly encourage you to check out the exhibit if you’re in New York. It will be at the Museum of the City of New York, located at 1220 5th Avenue at 103rd street in Manhattan starting today (get more info here). No immediate plans to come to the Empire State? You can purchase the book dedicated to the exhibit, titled Stephen Burrows: When Fashion Danced, here.

See more pictures from the night below:

Will you be checking it out?
Images: Instagram

It’s Friday!
Which means we’re featuring a Bomber and a Bombshell. For our male submission, take a look at Ezra from Riverside, California:

He was actually submitted by K, who wrote, “In my opinion he definitely is how a grown man should dress.”

“.. He is an English teacher who has looks from really casual street style…”


“… to dressed up looks.”


” His instagram is @ezra_thorne.”


” Sorry the pictures are bad quality.”

No need to apologize! I like what I see of what he presented. A man who likes kids and can dress is a winner in my book!
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!

Ready for today’s Bombshell? Take a look at Abiola from Seattle:

The loquacious Nigerian American fashion journalist, stylist, and lifestyle blogger, was first featured in 2010. Take a look at her new digs:

She writes, “Over the past 2 years my style has drastically refined itself as I’ve matured and become more aware of who I am and what I like.”

” I can tell you I’m somewhat of a modernist, with a touch of ’90s sport chic minimalism mixed with classic bohemian prints and styles.”


“… I’m a vintage gal true and through. Some of my favorite vintage designers include the greats like Paul Smith, Courreges, Thea Porter, Zandra Rhodes, and Schiaperelli, although I do enjoy the no-name/label thrift steals!”


“…It’s nice to utilize both high and low end pieces to create a cohesive signature look, and the blog shares just how to do that with styling tips for vintage pieces, seasonal color schemes, and identifying ones shape.”


“… But there’s no better styling tip than knowing who you are and owning it!”


” Unfortunately as a young lady living in this generation, I know it’s becoming harder and harder to know who you are and embody that confidently; the blog is dedicated to tackling those base level issues with the hope that if we create a safe space where our strife’s are openly discussed and shared, we’ll gain a better understanding of them and be closer to becoming the phenomenal women we were made to be!”

Ok! Love what you’ve got going, and how you add a twist to classic looks with fun pumps and unexpected lengths.

See more at Boraborastyle.com. Check out her first Bombshell submission here.
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 picture(s) to thefashionbomb@gmail.com. Images submitted may be featured on Facebook or Twitter. Comments can be harsh, so bring your A game!

Today we have our first 3rd time Bombshell. Her style continues to evolve, so I figured, why not? She first debuted in October, 2010, then was featured again in January, 2012. Check out Taylor from North Carolina’s latest submission:

She says, “It’s me…Taylor, again! You might remember me from having two submissions before on the website and I’m back to inquire about a third (the third time’s a charm, right?)”


“I’ve cleaned up my style a bit, having a more clear view of who I am and I am now a freshman college student! Time passes by so fast.”


“To be honest, I really don’t have a set genre for my style.”


” One day I can be grungy and the next day I can be extremely girly.”


” What I wear is decided by my mood and what my mind state is for that day.”


” I’m inspired by a lot of old school things and most of my inspiration comes from films from the 80’s and 90’s. Right now, I attend an HBCU where my choice of outfits sometimes get the disapproving stares, but never has that altered my perception of myself.”


” People are used to ‘the norm’…”

“… so when they see something quite different, they tend to not understand it.”


” One things for sure, I will always stick to who I am.”

“… Right now I am a freshman in college studying Apparel Design…”

“… and hopefully one day I will find my way to New York City.”


“My blog is Theskinnyfashionista.blogspot.com.”


Wow! Your style has changed so much in the past few years! I like what I see.
What do you think, Bombers and Bombshells? Was the third time a charm for Taylor?

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 picture(s) to thefashionbomb@gmail.com. Images submitted may be featured on Facebook or Twitter. Comments can be harsh, so bring your A game!

Our Bombshells hail from everywhere! Today, check out our first Bombshell from Nepal, Nyt:

She says, “[My style is] Chic…”


“… Androgynous..”

“… Quirky!”


” Depends on the mood :)”


“BIG hair LOUD mouth is a mixture of various style…”


” You’ll see me looking very elegant in one post…”


“.. and see me in ragged jeans on the other!”


” I love experimenting…”

“… and sometime ragged+chic = The new trend!”


Alright! There’s a lot to love, particularly both of your ‘red shoe’ looks. Chic!

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 picture(s) to thefashionbomb@gmail.com. Images submitted may be featured on Facebook or Twitter. Comments can be harsh, so bring your A game!