Hey Guys!
So in between running to shows (updates to come), I’ve been doing a little shopping:
Yes, that’s how happy shopping makes me:)
My friends and I dipped into the East End, a fashionable area full of vintage shops, shoe stores, and boutiques selling items by indie designers:
While walking around, I happened upon these casual stylistas who were selling old clothes for 1 pound each:
Hey Guys!
Today we’re going to take a slight break from our Fashion Week show reviews and Real Style shots to give you a bit of old school Breaking into Fashion goodness! We recently caught up with uber sunglass designer, Kerin Rose, creator of the industry’s hottest, most sought after shades:
If you don’t know who Kerin Rose is, you must not be reading the Fashion Bomb!! The 26-year-old Long Island native uses Swarovski crystals, spikes, chains, lace, studs and pearls to decorate sunglasses worn by Rihanna, Lady GaGa, Mariah Carey, Katy Perry, Snoop Dogg, Fergie, Nicki Minaj, Estelle, Cassie, Jazmine Sullivan, and Kid Sister.
Kerin’s grind literally doesn’t stop, and she’s a heck of a multi-tasker! As she was hand making a series of sunglasses, she also talked to us on the phone, sharing her story and offering a bit of advice to you aspiring creatives. Ready?
The NYU alum always had a penchant for embellishments. She said, “I used to bedazzle all of my cell phones. I have my cell phones from 2000 when I was 17 and there are crystals all over them! I thought I was going to get a new phone and bought all these crystals for it. Turns out I didn’t get a new phone, so I had a bunch of leftover crystals. I broke the one pair of glasses I owned and said,’ Why don’t I bedazzle some glasses?'”
What happened seemingly by accident actually turned out to be her calling card. “I wore my glasses around and people kept asking me where I got them. People would scream at me from across the street asking about my sunglasses! When we talked, they’d ask me where they could get them. I told them I made them in my house, and they asked why I didn’t sell them.”
She continues, “I was about to go to school to get my Master’s, but was working at a boutique before I started school. The shop agreed to let me sell my shades there. I’d put four out and they’d be gone in days.” Her first celebrity client was Mariah Carey, whose stylist plucked Kerin’s Bizet sunglasses for the video “My Love.”
After Mariah, several other celebrities followed suit, most notably Rihanna who wore Kerin’s Barracuda Sunglasses for the internationally acclaimed video, ‘Run this Town”:
Aside from Rihanna, designers have also flocked to Kerin for specialized accessories–Rose designed an exclusive collection for Project Runway alum Christian Siriano’s recent runway show:
Of course Rose’s designs have spawned copycats who have started their own movements thanks to lower priced, yet strikingly similar frames. Kerin welcomes competition, but says, “I don’t mind if you’re going to do your own thing, but don’t do a shitty version of my thing. I don’t like people taking credit for my work.”
She adds, “ I pay super attention to the quality of work. My sunglasses may be expensive, but I use high quality supplies. And the people who have come out and done stuff don’t put the same care and energy into their work. The material is not great. It’s lower quality. I’ve seen and held the item in my hand. Do your thing, but give me some competition.”
For you future designers, she advises, “Stick to what you know. Do what you’re good at. There was a time when I was daydreaming about making T-shirts and they weren’t that great. Do you. I’m really good at playing with glitter, so I followed my talent.”
She continues, “Don’t limit yourself because it prevents great opportunities from coming your way. And if you’re going to do it, do it right or don’t do it at all.”
In conclusion, she offered a bit of unconventional advice. Be nice. She says, “If you’re a good person with good intentions then good things will come to you.” So true!
Purchase A-Morir by Kerin Rose sunglasses at www.a-morir.com or at select retailers like Karmaloop.com
Also stay tuned for her future projects, which include collaborations with graffiti artist Claw Money and Converse.
What do you think of today’s Breaking into Fashion subject?
Smootches!
Didn’t I tell ya we had a lot of Bombshell goodness going on?
Today Tayo, owner of online vintage store Tembis Boutique (www.tembisboutique.com), blesses us with a few pictures of her singular style.
She says, “I like to mix and match!!!”
She continues, “Location: Chi City! Where if the devil wears prada, Adam & Eve wear nada, Chi City is in between in way more fresher!”
Sigh, I love that Kanye line:)
Um, Ms. Tayo, please tell me that pink genie jumpsuit is still available at your online store! I’m about to go check it on out! In my opinion, you are super fly. Loving that first shot!
What do you think, Bombshells?
Fashion Bombshell of the Day is a feature that showcases the singular style and flair of Fashion Bomb Readers. Send your name, location, and Fashion Bombshell of the Day Picture to thefashionbomb@gmail.com.
We’ve got a ton of Fashion Bombshell goodness stored up! Today we have a snap of Whitney from Atlanta:
She says, “This was taken in Puerto Rico for my bff’s born day. I searched high and low for the perfect PR clubbin’ ‘fit. How’d I do?”
Cute! I’m a member of the bright color club and I love a strapless dress. Work!
What do you guys think?
Fashion Bombshell of the Day is a feature that showcases the singular style and flair of Fashion Bomb Readers. Send your name, location, and Fashion Bombshell of the Day Picture to thefashionbomb@gmail.com.
Today we have a bit of Middle America fabulousness with Boz from Minnesota!
The blogging fashionista says, “My style is grungy & rocker…”
” At times I add subtle hints of architecturally feminine pieces…”
“… As a homage to my heritage I also love to incorporate a lot of tribal accessories.”
Our Bombshells typically skew towards girly, so it’s refreshing to see someone with a decidedly ‘grunge’ style. I think it works for you!
Boz is also a blogger as well. Check her out at www.fat-tah.blogspot.com.
What do you guys think of today’s Bombshell?
Fashion Bombshell of the Day is a feature that showcases the singular style and flair of Fashion Bomb Readers. Send your name, location, and Fashion Bombshell of the Day Picture to thefashionbomb@gmail.com.
Today we have a submission from a former internship contestant, Suzy from Orlando, Florida:
She says, “I’m still a faithful reader of The Fashion Bomb!”
“Here I have compiled a few different looks from the past couple of weeks.”
Very cute looks, Suzy. Especially loving that Glamour shot in your first pic!
What do you guys think of young Suzy’s style?
Fashion Bombshell of the Day is a feature that showcases the singular style and flair of Fashion Bomb Readers. Send your name, location, and Fashion Bombshell of the Day Picture to thefashionbomb@gmail.com.
Bombshell submissions have been rolling on in, and today I’m happy to feature reader Mikele from Oakland, California:
She says, “I’m Mikele from Oakland, CA! I’m 29 going on 22, and a mother of one.”
“…I’d describe my style as California cool with a little bit of sexy edge…”
“…I usually keep it pretty simple by mixing and matching solid colors.”
“…Hope you enjoy!”
Girlfriend, you are working it! Though your style is simple and understated, you bring everything to life with great accessories, bold confidence, and a great smile.
What do you guys think of today’s Bombshell?
Fashion Bombshell of the Day is a feature that showcases the singular style and flair of Fashion Bomb Readers. Send your name, location, and Fashion Bombshell of the Day Picture to thefashionbomb@gmail.com.
This week, stylista Nicki from Miami sent in her fabulous pics for our Bombshell of the Day feature:
She took this pic on New Year’s Eve and says, “I’ve been a fan of your site for over a year now…Love it!”
Thanks! And you’re working your trapeze sparkle dress and peep toe sandals.
What do you think of Nicki’s style?
Fashion Bombshell of the Day is a feature that showcases the singular style and flair of Fashion Bomb Readers. Send your name, location, and Fashion Bombshell of the Day Picture to thefashionbomb@gmail.com.
Our Fashion Bombshell pix have slowed down to a trickle…!
But Anneka represented for our first Bombshell of 2010 in this cute embellished black dress and suede thigh high boots:
She says, “This is my style hope u love it!”
We love everyone with the confidence to submit a hot picture. Very cute.
What do you guys think?
Fashion Bombshell of the Day is a feature that showcases the singular style and flair of Fashion Bomb Readers. Send your name, location, and Fashion Bombshell of the Day Picture to thefashionbomb@gmail.com.
I’m partying it up with some friends here à Paris. What are you guys getting into?
With the New Year comes New Year’s Resolutions and we at the Fashion Bomb definitely want to step it up in 2010!
Before I launch into my resolutions, however, let’s take a quick look at my goals from last year:
1. Dress like Carine Roitfeld of French Vogue (Still a work in progress, but I’m getting there!)
2. Read more Fashion Literarature (I keep Phaidon’s Fashion Book by my bedside)
3. Continue to Expand the Fashion Bomb (Yup. Redesign Down, Server Transfer Happening this Weekend!)
That’s it!
My eyes always on the prize, here are my fashion resolutions for ’10.
1. Take more fashion risks
I’ll admit, I’m a conservative Suzy, and had to force myself to stop buying J.Crew blazers, skinny jeans, and button downs last year! Though I tend to go for a classic look, I realize I have the freedom to get it poppin’ with vintage, cool shades, and much more. I live in the capital of fashion and am finally going to take advantage and try some hot trends. As Coco Chanel once said, “You live but once, you might as well be amusing.” Stay tuned!
2. Switch up my hairstyle
I started out red, went for blond, faded to black, and now I am bored. I don’t think I’m going to go for shaved sides, but maybe I’ll tip my toe back into some color or learn how to sweep my locks into different styles (I have no idea how to do this!). If anything, I’m sure I can experiment with hats, headbands, or clips. Mamma needs a change!
3. Get my travel on
France is super close to a host of other countries in Europe and Africa, so I need to get moving! Though I dipped into London and Corsica last year (and went back home dozens of times), I’m itching to see more of the world and continue to fine tune my global sense of fashion and style.
4. Continue to Expand the Fashion Bomb!
As we mentioned here, 2009 was a great year, but we still have a ways to go! With more international fashion weeks (Milan and London, here we come!), posts, and celeb interviews, hopefully your faithful FBomb can climb that Style 9 list from #83 to top 10! If you have any suggestions on how we can do this, leave a comment.
That does it for me!
What are some of your New Year’s Fashion Resolutions?
Smootches!
*Have a safe, wonderful, fun-filled New Years! Vuitton and I will be off starting tomorrow, and the site will be transferring to a new server this weekend. We’ll be back and ready to boogie on Monday!
