With all the buzz and hoopla this year around Kanye’s outbursts and Tiger Woods’ “transgressions,” did we even take the time to look at one of the best up and coming rap artists in the game?  Aside from his number 1 singles, who would’ve thought Drake would have a closet worth envying?

Gone are the days of gangsta rap with matching attire, i.e. baggy jeans and oversized hoodies. Drake likes to keep things casual with patterned shirts and understated, yet dope footwear.

A prepster at heart, Drake loves his cardigans and pullovers. The Comme des Garcons sweater adds some unexpected flair to his ‘fit.

He also likes to keep things simple with both leather and denim jackets and manages to make a pair of khakis look comfortable with a pair of Air Yeezy’s.

When the occasion calls for it he cleans up nicely usually keeping it classic when it comes to suits with shades of black and gray.  But unlike a lot of people, he manages to not look pretentious and forced into a suit.  Effortlessly fly is the name of his game.

What do you guys think of this year’s undercover fly guy?
~Vuitton
Check out a few hits:

I’m sure many of you have gotten your dresses and other pieces for the holidays, but what about the shoes?  Well, we’re here to help.  Check out our well edited selection below.  The keys to stepping out in style this season are velvet, straps, studs, and sparkle.

Which are your favorite?
~Vuitton

Before we prepare to sign off for the holidays, we had to give you a bit of Bombshell fun to tide you over!
Today Uchenna from Chicago, Illinois sends us these snapshots:

The student at Northwestern University says, “I’m turning 22 next month!”

“…The pictures attached represent the highlights of age 21!”

Happy Early Birthday! You’re clearly courageous with colors and patterns…hot!

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.

Get into the Holiday spirit with this red and green splashed outfit inspired by Brit Tolula Adeyemi:


While you may not have much time to run out to the mall, you can surely get a Tolula essence by coordinating similar items already in your wardrobe. Pull out a loose fit black turtleneck, festively short red plaid skirt, and thigh high black boots. Paint on some green nail polish to add a dash of quirky yuletide charm:

Bonnes Fetes!

Happy Holidays from The Fashion Bomb!

We’ll be taking a break starting today, but will be back in fighting form next week.
If you need your Fashion Bomb fix in the interim,  follow us on Twitter for random musings, twitpics, and fashionable thoughts.
A la prochaine!

Naomi Sims by Andy Warhol for Interview Magazine December 1972.

Read about Naomi Sims in this timely New York Times Magazine piece here.

Cute couple Kanye West and Amber Rose stepped out last night in fetching all black to catch a movie. Amber went for rugged yet saucy in ripped leggings, a Dolman sleeve top, and platform lace up boots while Kanye countered in a stud jacket, black pants, and black Timberland boots.
What do you think of their casual ensembles?
If you love, get their look with these separates:

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Pumpsicle had the following preview of Sex and the City 2:

As to be expected, the ‘fashions’ are amazing…the plot? Meh. I guess we’ll see, won’t we?
What do you think? Are you excited?

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Mary J. Blige came out last night to promote her newest album, “Stronger With Each Tear,” at Best Buy in NYC. To combat against the winter snow, she pulled on a pair of black Ugg boots with black contrast leggings, a slick black turtleneck, and a shimmer scarf. Dark sunglasses and a cute haircut added a dash of edge to her simple look.
Though we declared Ugg’s over in February, Mary seems to make the notoriously comfy boots look Hot!

But what do you think?
Are they hot! Or do they make you go hmm….?

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Hey Guys!

Need some tips on what to rock this winter? Look sophisticated and dapper in comfy shawl collar sweaters:

Rock a pullover like Cudi and Trey, or go for chunky cardigans like Diddy or David Beckham. However you do it, you’ll look like a distinguished gentleman:

Release your inner vamp this season with an ensemble inspired by 80’s group Vanity 6:


Slip on a strapless cocktail ensemble amped up with fingerless lace gloves and diamonds. Add a dash of saucy edge with bedazzled shoes, look at me eyelashes, and frosty pink lipstick:

See more Vanity Inspired looks in this vintage Fashion Bomb post.