• Want Yeezy all over your chest? Well, now you can, but with the Kanye West (brand) ‘Yeezi‘ nameplates at Colette. The price is unlisted, but with Kanye West x Giuseppe Zanotti shoes ringing in at $5,883, we can only imagine how much it’ll cost. Although I think a certain stone-faced Kardashian might be the only person who actually wants to wear one. (Styleite)

• New Yorkers, try to contain yourselves. Nicholas Kirkwood‘s very first US store opens this Friday. (WWD)

• Vogue Japan editor and self-proclaimed “fashion victim” Anna Dello Russo is teaming up with H&M for a limited edition collection of “over the top” accessories. Dello Russo herself is known for wearing some seriously bold and bodacious baubles, so the collection will certainly reflect her flamboyant sartorial proclivities. The range will offer jewelry, bags, sunglasses, shoes, and a trolley to shop with. The collection will drop October 4th. I’m already eyeing those crocodile-embellished shades and that turquoise kiss clap clutch! (Grazia)

• Julia Bluhm held a protest outside of Hearst’s headquartes in Manhattan, to pressure Seventeen magazine to commit to publishing one unaltered spread a month. Said Bluhm, “Girls see these pictures and think they have to look like this (pointing at cover of Seventeen) to be considered beautiful when in real life these photos are often photoshopped, so it’s kind of impossible to look like that in real life. It can lead to low self-esteem [and] depression.” If anything, this whole experience will be good to mention in her college essay, am I right? (The Jane Dough)

 

• Pharrell Williams looks haute as hell in these Gap ads shot by Annie Leibovitz. Yes ma’am, I will ‘Gap’ with him anytime. (The YBF)

 

• The ever-fine Olivier Rousteing (whose hair is layed like Halle Berry) recently announced the official Balmain facebook and twitter accounts. The brand’s creative director is “so excited to let you into the Balmain world,” but I’m just excited to hear that oh so dreamy accent. Like ’em at facebook.com/balmainparis and follow on twitter @balmain. (Balmain YouTube)

Cate writes, “I really need your help please! Im going to LA in June to meet the parents of my beau and need some inspiration for bright, summery sophisticated outfits that will suit my curvy figure. Help me please!!”
Hey Cate! This is a super big deal, but don’t fret, we got you. Of course the obvious advice is to err on the conservative side, but you can of course show off your personality with bright colors and a smattering of prints.

It’s always good to have a maxi skirt on tap, and I love what Tibi has for this spring.

Pair your maxi with a white tank and flat sandals. Slip on a jean jacket if it gets chilly, and add even more interest with a bold colored clutch:

Get even more maxi skirts at varying price points here:

If you’re catching a quick lunch, a blazer and jean combo always works. Give the look a spring twist with white jeans, a gray tee, and yellow blazer:

Pop on a pair of simple heels and a black statement bag. Add a fun flourish, like a Hermès belt, if you really want to floss. Get the look above for a splurge or steal here:

Lastly, I love the idea of a shirt dress. They’re simple and casual, somewhat conservative, and perfect for a summer meeting:

Pair with flats or wedges for the parents, but keep a pair of cute heels in your bag in case you and your beau decide to peel off afterwards for a date night alone:

That does it!
Which look would you rock?

Kimmy writes, “I was browsing on Tumblr and I came across a picture of Rihanna wearing these fly shorts.“

“… Could you tell me where she got them from and what type of top would look good with them? Thanx in advance! :)”
Rihanna enjoyed the sun and sand in an L Space Fringe Dolly Bikini Top, cropped cover up, and $405 Jeremy Scott Fringed Jean Shorts:

The denim hot pants have a long fringe hem, and were modeled on Jeremy Scott’s Spring/Summer 2012 runway with a cropped colorful top:

Since the bottoms have so much going on, I’d similarly suggest you wear them with a shorter top. Perhaps a bralet? If you needs tips, visit this post or try these on for size:

For everyone else (but Kimmy), would you rock these?

*Rihanna is a huge fan of Jeremy Scott’s ‘trailer park’ themed Spring 2012 collection. She wore another look from the runway in her We Found Love Video:

Though the weather is dreary (in New York anyway), it’s still high time to gear up for spring like weather with affordable accessories. Though we ran through tons of shoe options in this spring shopping post, today’s treat is for our budget fashionistas.
You ready?
Shoes:

Retailers like ASOS, Topshop, and Aldo, along with brands like Jessica Simpson and Simply Vera by Vera Wang have tons of options for ya.
A few Fashion Bomb approved picks include these $49 Qupid Katrina 28 high wedges:

These $28 Perennial Favorite Flats from Modcloth:

And these $45 Steve Madden turquoise/white beauts (they also come in yellow and black):

Get ’em, plus more here:

Note: Eva Marcille’s wedge sandals are not under $50, but are somewhat affordable at $100. Get them here.

Bags

From clutches to cross bodies to hobos, we uncovered plenty of low priced summer bag options. A few standouts include this $40 Natale bag from Aldo:

This $46 Koret Handbags Tri-tone Clutch with Detachable Shoulder Strap from Ebags:

And this $31 Neoprene Clutch from ASOS:

Get them, plus many more here:

See anything you like?
Smootches!

Today we have a Fashion Bomber! Take a look at Troy from Brooklyn:

He writes, “I am currently a junior at Syracuse University with a passion for fashion.”

“… I believe I have a knack for knowing what goes well together without having to see it on me first.”


” Most of my outfits don’t take much planning.”

“… If I were to describe my style I would say it is always evolving but always touches the masculine chic look.”

” I am the co-founder and designer for Collar Candy, an up and coming bow tie line.”

“… We were featured on Refinery29 and a few other blogs for our creative bowties. For more information on the line one could like the facebook page which is facebook.com/CollarCandy.”

” Updates on the status of the website will be posted there.”


” One could also see my many other looks and styles on my instagram which is @TrubeldBKKid.”


” Thank you for taking time out to read this.”

Alright! I’ll have to check out your bow tie line myself.
What do you think of Troy’s style?

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 2-6 picture(s) to thefashionbomb@gmail.com. Images submitted may be featured on Facebook or Twitter. Comments can be harsh, so bring your A game!

Along with Selita, Adrienne Bailon was also in attendance at the Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation of America’s 19th Annual Women of Distinction Luncheon in New York City. She wore a black one-shoulder ruffle dress with a $59 RACHEL Rachel Roy Small Striped Clutch and Christian Louboutin Python Pumps:

Her clutch features colorblocked stripes and snakeskin print for a touch of the exotic.

Get the rest of Adrienne’s look with these pieces.

 
Definitely loving the accessories, though I feel Adrienne could have pared them down to let her dress play centerstage. A couple of things I had no problem with were her hair and makeup.

What do you think?

We know that Miss Universe is always beautiful and worldly, but having style is not always a given. Leila Lopes is the latest to wear the crown and at The Avengers Premiere at the 2012 Tribeca Film Festival, she showed that she is definitely a fashionista. For the occasion, she wore what seems to be a cream colored long-sleeve wrap top with rolled trousers to match, though she could also be wearing a jumpsuit. Leila finished her look with $1,095 Christian Louboutin Exagona Sandals:

Leila accessorized with a gold spike necklace and a white and gold watch.

Her sandals feature a peep-toe silhouette, crisscross straps, covered platforms and sky-high 6.3″ heels.

You can recreate Leila’s look with the below pieces.

 
We’ve also seen Toni Braxton rock the Exagonas in black.

Ok, I officially need more Leila Lopes! First of all, she is absolutely gorgeous. Doesn’t she remind you of Arlenis Sosa? Leila is also working this look! Hopefully she’ll be out and about more often, though I know Miss Universe has rules.

What do you think?

• Liya Kebede‘s apparel line, Lemlem, is branching out into exorbitantly priced home wares. Prices will range from $125 for a pillow to $325 for a hand woven cotton blanket. (ELLE)

• Hermès was awarded $100 million in damages after winning their case against 34 impostor websites claiming to sell discount Birkin bags. The sites have all been shut down, and all the money in their respective PayPal accounts will go to paying off the hefty sum. (New York Post)

• Uggs also just won a nice chunk of money– $686 million to be exact–in a case against over 3,000 Chinese websites selling counterfeit shoes. Not only will money be seized from the site’s PayPal accounts, but if you’re looking to visit said offending sites, your browser will be redirected to Uggs’s official page. (Fashionista)

 

 

• Word is Azealia Banks lucked into her Met Ball gig after Nicki Minaj failed to sign a contract confirming her performance. Either way, it’s unsurprising that either rappers were invited, regardless of how some might feel about their respective personal styles. (NYPost)

• MAC cosmetics is releasing Fashion Sets, a new collection featuring all your favorite MAC makeup. Each of the seven sets consists of three pieces: a lipstick, nail lacquer, and lipglass. The limited edition collection will be available from May 3rd to June 28th. (Nitrolicious)

 

• Jean Paul Gaultier told Grazia that he respectfully disagrees with Mitch Winehouse‘s assessment of his couture collection tribute to his late daughter Amy. While Mr. Winehouse thought the show was “in bad taste,” Gaultier maintains that the collection was meant to be an “homage to her talent…. Since her death the media has focused too much on her problems. My show was intended as a celebration of her.” What do you think? (Daily Mail)

• Willow Smith is as precocious as usual in her new music video for Do it Like Me (Rockstar). I’m still in awe that an 11-year-old  could have more stage presence than a certain veteran 24-year old performer. (Daily Mail)

 

~ Jihan

Selita Ebanks was spotted at the Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation of America’s 19th Annual Women of Distinction Luncheon in New York City. For the occasion, she wore a turquoise knee-length gown with $1,219 Alexander McQueen Leather Multi Strand Heels:

She accessorized with minimal jewelry and for beauty, she rocked a fresh face and sleek, straight hair. Flawless!

Her hazelnut brown sandals feature leather strands, central knotted panels, and 5.5″ faux horn heels with a slight curve.

Hot! The heels seem a bit out of place with the look as her dress is so ladylike, but they are fabulous in their own right.

What do you think? Hot! or Hmm…?

Jenn writes, “I saw this picture of Rihanna spotted in NYC today and instantly fell in love with how she paired her Spring shorts with the sheers and kicks. How do I get this look for less? LOVE IT!”

No need for a look for less! Rihanna made a colorful turn from her neutral Ksubi tee and denim and opted for a coral sweater, tights, high-top Adidas, and $68 Topshop MOTO Floral Printed Hotpants.
Her shorts feature a bold floral print and high-waist silhouette.

At first, I thought Rih Rih’s tights were ripped but they feature holes on both sides so I’ll have to investigate the designer (I’m guessing they were created that way). It’s a pretty warm day here in NYC so I’m not sure why she wore them, but you know she loves shorts and tights! Hotpants aren’t for everyone, but Rihanna has the legs for them.

You can get her hotpants for a steal at www.topshop.com.

What do you think? Get Rihanna’s look here :