When Jenna Ortega takes on a role, she truly commits! With the involvement of her stylist Enrique Melendez, the 20-year-old actress has managed to channel Wednesday Addams’ gothic aesthetic in her off-screen style as well. Just take her recent interview on The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon, for instance, where Jenna wore a Dolce & Gabbana SS23, a mesh dress with an extended white collar, white cuffs and black satin tie cinched in by a gold corset!
It’s the perfect recipe for a gothcore look done in good taste: the darkness, the heavy metals and not to mention the pairing of $515 black patent leather Aminah Abdul Jillil platform heels! Not a single detail was left out. Get yourself a pair below!
And the Wednesday gothcore vibes didn’t start there! Back in November, for the Netflix premiere of her starring series, Jenna was a Versace bride! She wore look 55 from the SS23 collection, a lace-y number that incorporated something old and something new.
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At the Critics Choice Awards, Jenna opted for grungy mesh once again in an asymmetrical YSL dress. It’s the one glove one the sleeved side of the gown for us!
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This Thom Browne moment lives rent free in our minds as it incorporates gothic elements but makes a slight nod to legends like Janet Jackson and Missy Elliot who have done the look their own way once before.
Every star has got their A1 glam team who put together those instantly recognizable looks that make our favorite celebrities who they are, and a huge part of it takes a bomb MUA to bring those looks to life!
We’re about to introduce you to this year’s nominees for Makeup Artist of the Year. Some you may know already, and others you may not. But if anything is certain, it’s that you will recognize the faces they’ve painted and will come out of this with a whole new batch of beauty connoisseurs to take notes from!
Best known for her work with Ciara, Yolonda Frederick has been in the Hollywood beauty game more than 20 years! She is a skincare expert and even invented the ‘Glam Or Ring’, a makeup palette clutch case for iPhones.
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She really has done it all, from red carpet to television and film, and apart from Ciara, she has beat the faces of our gals Jennifer Hudson, Solange, Blake Lively and so many more!
Yung Miami’s personal makeup artist Michele Latrice is making a name for herself both in and outside of Florida. As Miami’s sole trusted MUA, the two travel around the globe together on a frequent basis for City Girl tours, events and music videos!
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Speaking of music videos, Michele has also done makeup for several Trina songs! She carries her own line of MLatrice lipgloss, lashes, beauty blenders and more.
Only so many makeup artists around the world can say they’ve had the pleasure of welcoming Beyoncé to be seated in their chair. Rokael Lizama is one of those talented few! The glam genius has been a huge part of Beyoncé image since before her Renaissance era and we are living for it.
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From Kourtney Kardashian to Sabrina Elba, LaLa Anthony, Lady Gaga, Nicole Scherzinger, Kim Kardashian, the list goes on and on! What’s more, Rokael is no one trick pony. He, too, has created a line of lashes ranging from full eyelashes to individuals.
Ariel Tejada begun his journey to becoming a world-renowned makeup artist straight out of high school by direct messaging celebrities and working his way up. With time and dedication, he started working with some real bombshells such as Rosalia, Nikita Dragun and the Kardashian-Jenners, namely Kylie.
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Ariel is active all around the globe. If we could describe his makeup style, it would be less is more with a dash of oomf – which is just what the girlies want!
Laurel Charleston is a full fledged artist! Her style of makeup artistry is not your ordinary, and it isn’t for the faint of heart. That’s how she attracted the attention of Doja Cat during Paris Fashion Week. Together they created numerous viral looks this past season.
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For Laurel, art comes first and therefore makeup knows no bounds. She takes it from head to toe and is not afraid to paint your entire scalp, neck, chest or hands! Since Doja, Laurel has done Normani, Teyana Taylor and her daughter Junie Shumpert.
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Priscilla Ono
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Fenty Beauty wouldn’t be Fenty Beauty without Priscilla Ono. Savage x Fenty wouldn’t be Savage x Fenty without Priscilla either! Rihanna swears by her team, and she’s made us believers because we can’t get enough of Priscilla’s work and everything she does with Riri!
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As not only her beauty consultant in business matters and head makeup artist behind her productions, Priscilla Ono is also Rihanna’s personal makeup artist and is the one responsible for that face we love oh so dearly! She’s also dolled up the likes of Latto, Meghan Thee Stallion, Normani, the Hadid sisters and a whole lot more.
Everybody wants the Porsche touch! Her precision is unmatched and her glow is unreplicated, that’s what makes this bi-costal, international makeup master the sought-after beauty specialist that she is!
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Some of her longtime clients include Joan Smalls, Mary J. Blige, Iman, Jourdan Dunn, Nia Long, Big Sean, LaLa Anthony, Beyoncé and a whole plethora of others.
When it comes to reality TV stars, Latisha Chancey-Jordan is a fan favorite! Marlo Hampton from the Real Housewives of Atlanta is only one of her celebrity clients off the television screen. She’s also graced the faces of Cyn Santana from Love & Hip Hop: New York as well as TV personality and executive producer Shaunie Henderson!
Mario is more than a celebrity makeup artist! Like many of our nominees, he is a successful entrepreneur with a full range of cosmetics. Makeup by Mario offers foundation, contour palettes, lip kits, liners, lipsticks, glosses, eye shadow, pencils, brow gels, you name it!
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With that kind of knowledge, we can truly say that he knows makeup inside-out, which is most certainly one reason why Kim Kardashian regards him as her go-to MUA whenever possible!
Exclusively Cardi B‘s key makeup artist, Erika Lapearl is one busy lady. As the third part to Cardi’s unwavering glam trio, she is always there for every appearance, performance, production, travel and all touch ups and quick fixes! This is the lady behind our favorite Cardi looks, such as the iconic Met Gala moments and our fave visuals for her hit songs.
What do Teyana Taylor, Winnie Harlow, Nene Leakes and Saucy Santana each have in common? They’re all regulars to Yeika Glow’s makeup services! Based between New York and Miami, Yeika not only provides makeup application to her clients, she also offers 1-on-1 makeup classes at different levels and for different looks and occasions!
Two-time Emmy nominated makeup artist Merrell Hollis does it all! Glam, grooming and even photography and direction! He’s a well rounded fashion professional that keeps the stars coming back for his wholistic view of makeup and image making. Represented by crowdMGMT, Merrell is no stranger to the faces of Mary J. Blige, Cassie, and Wendy Williams to name just a handful of his accomplished clients.
A go-to for the Bad Gal herself, Rihanna, Amina Muaddi is no stranger to our nominee list for Shoe Designer of the Year. With a signature pyramid-shaped heel, Muaddi creates chic designs featuring crystals, PVC, feathers and animal print. From sexy sharp boots, comfy slingbacks and trendy mules, these heels are a must have for shoe-lovers!
Over the years’ Muaddi has collaborated with Rihanna, A$AP Rocky and Wolford.
Givenchy
2022 will forever be known as the year of the Shark Lock boot. First created by Ricardo Tisci back in 2012, the Shark Lock boot has a pant-over-boot design complete with a gold or silver padlock with the brand’s GG logo.
Since its’ conception, these boots have become an icon of the Givenchy family and in 2022 it has been redesigned using new mediums such as summertime perfect raffia, raunchy leopard print and trending metallics. A two-toned black and white version was even featured in the Disney’s 101 Dalmatians x Givenchy collection that released in July of this year.
Jessica Rich
Jessica Rich first launched her brand online in 2017 with the iconic Fantasy stiletto, a clear PVC pump to wear with any (and all) outfits – a Bombshell’s dream!
With celebrity clientele including Ciara, Normai, JLo and Saweetie to name a few, the brand quickly expanded and introduced satin platforms, mesh sandals and chained T-strap designs. Now, 5 years later, Rich has not only opened her own bricks and mortar store in LA (in 2019) but you can also find her designs in Nordstorm, Macy’s and Bloomingdale’s.
Tom Ford
You can’t talk shoes without mentioning Tom Ford. The epitome of sexy heels, Tom Ford’s Naked sandals have become an essential piece in a Bombshell’s wardrobe. Available in a variety of colors, prints and materials (such as metallics, denim and velvet), the barely-there sandals come complete with a metal heel and matching signature padlock. The simple yet elegant design is the key, adding the right amount of glam to almost any outfit.
Of course, Tom Ford must-haves go way further than just hot sandals. With Boss Lady pumps, chic slingbacks, disco-ready platforms and everyday sneakers, it’s clear why we had to include TF in our nominee’s for Shoe Designer of the Year!
Loewe
Spanish luxury fashion house Loewe have been reaching new heights recently with their immensely popular novelty heels including designs with balloons, nail varnish, roses and yes, even eggs!
Part of the LVMH family, Loewe is a best known for their luxurious leather bags. In fact, it is the oldest luxury fashion house in the group after being founded in 1846. These days Loewe breaths a breath of freshness to the fashion scene with cool chic pieces (with an eye-watering price tag to match).
Hanifa
Hanifa is already a much-loved fashion brand with fans worldwide. At the end of 2021, founder Anifa added the highly anticipated footwear line debuting the designs at the brand’s first in-person fashion show debuting with the Zoe boot and Zoe mules.
Just one amazing year later and Hanifa’s footwear line features 5 trendy styles including boots, mules and sandals with a mix of metallics, embellishments, luxurious leathers and furs.
Ugg
A staple of the noughties, the Ugg boot has been revived! With trendy metallics, colourful furry sandals and a short ankle length version of their classic boot, Ugg’s have never been more chic!
We are particularly loving their multi zip boot design that allows you to chose the style of boot to match your style from knee to ankle length.
I am Jennifer Le
Can Miss Jennifer Le make it a winning hattrick? Winner of the Faby’s Shoe Designer of Year in 2020 and 2021, Jennifer Le is a firm favourite.
In 2022, we have seen more extravagant designs with embellishments, fur and metallics. With an endless list of celebrity fans including Mary J Blige, Remy Ma, Kelly Rowland, Ashanti, Xscape, Karrueche, Latto, Draya to name a few (and that’s those spotted rocking designs THIS year) this Canadian brand that started in 2014 has grown from strength to strength. 2022 was an history making year for the brand with the grand opening their first flagship store in Ontario.
Ice Queen Designs
A first-time Faby’s nominee from Europe is Polish brand Ice Queen Designs. Known for their furry winter-ready creations, the brand certainly lives up to its’ Ice Queen name. Think heeled boots lined with fur, snow boots with sheepskin, stylish flat boots with lace-up, zip or chunky gold chain details.
But it’s not all winter only styles, Ice Queen designs also have furry slides, fun floral summer sandals and party ready heels.
Every week we highlight a stylish member of the Fashion Bomb Men community. Like our Fashion Bombshell of the Week feature, we send a special shout out to the fashion-forward guys who make Fashion Bomb Daily great.
This year, we received tons of submissions from Bombers all over the world. From impressively sleek tailoring to impactful minimalism, the guys have kept us locked in each week.
However, at the end of the year there can only be one style king supreme. Check out of the nominees for 2022’s Fashion Bomber of the Year:
Rolland’s appreciation for designer shades and short shorts is a case in sleek Cali style. He serves every ounce of sex with a heavy helping of elegance.
Bruce Brown’s fearless approach to fashion is what makes him one-to-watch. With a wardrobe full of statement accessories and the skill to texture block, his style is a treat for the eyes.
No color is too brigh, nor pattern too bold, for model and content creator David-King Fadd. His dynamic style is as attention-grabbing as it is saturated.
Jamauhl mixes minimalism with maximalism. Instead of dressing himself in every color or pattern, Jamauhl styles around his statement pieces to create an impactful look.
Pascal Douglas refuses to limit his style and it’s that confidence and passion that feeds it. Versatile like most style icons, Douglas’ looks offer an outstanding range from fine suiting to patchwork dresses.
Mauricio’s refers to his looks as an extension of his mood. Though, no matter how this style king feels, his emotion-driven fashion sense is told through a cultural lens.
Radley Glaude is a man of many hats. Not only because of his several talents but because the essential accessory plays a major role in his style. Whether in a wide-brim fedora or a sporty baseball cap, you’ll find that he’s rarely fully dressed without a hat.
Two years after the allegedly shooting, today marked day one in the court proceedings between Megan Thee Stallion and Tory Lanez. Meg took the stand in a Los Angeles courtroom wearing a purple suit from Sergio Hudson‘s Fall 2022 Collection 10. The color choice in itself made a mega statement as purple represents domestic violence awareness.
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Styled by Law Roach and tailored by Matthew Reisman, the rapper wore her wide-legged suit with a $10,400 Chanel multi-color rainbow bag and black Christian Louboutin pumps. Her asymmetrical bob was styled by Kollen Deryck with makeup by Alejandra Garcia.
We love an outfit with a positive message behind it! What do you think?
In our everlasting pursuit to bring you the freshest, most unique and luxe brands at an accessible price point without compromising on design and A1 quality, in today’s boutique spotlight we are introducing you bombshells to Chéri the label. This young brand founded in 2020 by Miss Sierra Leone Adama Chérif will become your new obsession as quickly as it became our’s at Fashion Bomb Daily. Discover her catalogue, get to know the brand and the designer behind it all as we dive into her diverse background and stylistic point of view!
Fashion Bomb Daily: Hi Adama! Thanks for joining us today. We’d love for you to start by introducing yourself. I read in a blog that even though you are a designer by nature, your start was in finance by trade?
Adama Chérif: I have a strong accounting background and that’s where my love for managing my own business came from. I actually started off modelling since I was 16, I’ve been in a lot of fashion shows at NY and Philly fashion week, and I also have a background in pageantry with Miss Sierra Leone. A lot of those things introduced me to the fashion world and I was introduced to a lot of designers, specifically in the NY area which developed by interest in wanting to pursuit fashion. Every time I’d walk in a show I’d love it, but sometimes I would think to myself “Oh but if they were to do something like this instead, it could be even better!”, so I was like how about I create my own brand with my background in accounting. It was a two in one kind of thing with both of my passions.
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FBD: As you know, we’re big fans of your label Chéri! For our readers who might not be as familiar what can you tell them about the brand?
AC: The sole purpose of Chéri is to redefine fashion, redefine style by allowing everyone to express themselves through fashion. And what I mean is I believe everyone should have the freedom to express themselves whether its through fashion or any way, shape or form. For me it’s fashion, that’s how I’m able to walk into a room and be like “Yes, I’m that girl.”
So our brand is focused on body positivity and we don’t conform to any stereotypes. I want everyone, including tall girls, to be comfortable enough to wear anything and not feel like we have to adjust something such as our pants not being long enough. Or for being thicker women, not feeling comfortable in their clothes because of the way it may fit them. I listen to the Chéri Babes, when they comment under something. I’ll see people say “could you go for bigger sizes”, and one of the most important things for me was tall woman, because I’m tall myself. I found it very hard to find pants that fit right or a shirt, with long sleeve that fit too short. And so I was like, you know, I think we need more tall things for people like me, which is where it started. Then I dived into thicker women to expand my horizons a little more. Right now we cater to 5’6 +, leaving enough excess at the bottom to extend the hem, and we’re expanding up to a size XXL.
FBD: What are some of your design influences and inspirations?
AC: I create some of my designs and I wholesale some. If I can’t find it in the wholesale world, I’ll make it myself! I have a thing for monochromatic colors, that’s how I came up with the Viola Set.
FBD: Tell us about the ‘Rabi’ collection and what this line of accessories signifies to you.
AC: My mission with that was to promote racial equality, that’s how I started with the black, white and brown. My circle is very diverse, yet I’ve been in situations as a young professional where I was the one who got picked at, so the influence behind ‘Rabi’ was to celebrate those differences and not have to feel like we’re an outcast in those situations. I want my brand to also have a statement and purpose behind it. We launched ‘Rabi’ earlier this year launch, and the name comes from my middle name. Rabi was the one name I was made fun of some reason! So, I was like okay, since you think it’s funny, I’ll make this the name for what I create!
FBD: How has fashion changed in your point of view since you started Chéri?
AC: Fashion is very fast. Things can go in and out of style in a minute which is why I’m kind of diving into making timeless fashion so you can wear it years from now. With things opening back up since launching in 2020, I am also planning on diving into more statement pieces, things people can wear to events.
FBD: Where do you see Chéri in 5 to 10 years from now?
AC: In the next couple years, I’d like to get more pop-up shops out there and 5 years from now, I’d consider doing a major fashion show. With my experience in the international pageantry world, I want to also put more emphasis there with the pageant girls too! I definitely see Chéri being a more international brand down the line!
Here are some of our absolute favorite pieces, available exclusively at Chéri!
Everyone was all smiles at the Los Angeles premiere of ‘The Best Man: Last Chapters’, coming out this December 22nd. On the red carpet, the starring cast posed altogether, including Melissa De Sousa, Morris Chestnut, Sanaa Lathan, Taye Diggs, Nia Long, Regina Hall, Harold Perrineau and Terrence Howard.
With our eyes set on the ladies and their fashions first, they did not hold any style back on this night! Wearing all black, Sanaa Lathan wore a Acne Studios jumpsuit paired with a vintage Chanel chain belt and Paris Texas boots while Melissa De Sousa went for a sparkley Elie Saab jumpsuit styled by Jacqueline Zenere.
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We had to get a closer look at Nia Long’s beautiful, frilly feather top, a $275 LAMARQUE design, that she paired with Banana Republic trousers. The top from the Canadian label comes in a multitude of colors available at Revolve – shop the look below!
As for the gents, they, too, brought their star style to the red carpet. Fans were particularly obsessing over Morris Chestnut’s choice to pair his suit with a clean white turtleneck! The midnight blue velvet blazer and black pant were an excellent, eye-catching choice by Brooks Brothers, another Canadian label. His look was styled by Neissa Diabate.
Late last week, A$AP Rocky announced the conclusion of his fresh new album ‘Don’t Be Dumb’ at the Amazon Music Live Concert in LA as he performed three singles off the album with Rihanna in the crowd being the supportive, stylish partner she is!
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She wore a look 38 from Prada’s Fall Winter 2022 ready-to-wear collection, a $12,110 oversized tobacco leather jacket. The jacket comes with a shearling-lined zipper hood trimmed with Aspen for a soft effect with delicate color contrasts. Get your’s below!
Now, we don’t know about you all but at 9 years old, skincare and a beauty routine were the last things on our minds! That’s why it’s so refreshing to see rising TikTok star North West have fun with self care from an early age and normalizing healthy habits for kids on the platform.
In her latest reel gone viral, North walks us through her morning beauty regimen! She first goofs off in her holiday-themed PJs placing a make-up headband by The Vintage Cosmetics Company over her eyes before getting into each step.
Chopped and sped up, the reel lasts less than 10 seconds, showing the kids – and the adults – that it doesn’t have to take long to squeeze in some much needed self care in the morning!
Bonjour Bombers and Bombshells! This week’s Fashion Bomber highlight is from the fashion capital.
Based in Paris, Pascal Douglas is a visual artist, Editor-in-chief at PAUL.E magazine, and senior strategist at Fashion Snoops. Whether he’s sitting front row during fashion week or pushing repost-worthy content on social media, Douglas does so with impeccably style.
He’s a fashion fan who doesn’t limit himself and finds his style floating between various aesthetics. His skill in tailoring is reminiscent of a Ralph Lauren ad, while his pairing of leather over a patchwork frock leans on Marc Jacobs’ signature grunge. If you’re looking for range, you’ll find it in his catalog of looks.
If you’re interested in being our Bomber Of The Week, please DM @fashionbombmen a brief description of your personal style (plus name and city) and 5-10 different pictures of your best outfits.
