Today our ‘Best of 2009‘ rundown will end with a quick look at the year’s top highlights for The Fashion Bomb!
This year has been amazing for your urban fashion cyberstop–so much so we’ve outgrown our server*! We couldn’t do it without you guys, so of course our first highlight of 2009 is…

Our Fashion Bombshell of the Day Feature:

We debuted our Bombshell of the Day feature in July, and ever since we’ve received a flurry of cute pics from stylistas from Belgium to Boston to St. Maarten! Though its had its share of hiccups, it still remains one of my fave new features.

Breaking into Fashion

Always intent on offering insight into the ‘biz, we’ve strived to give you the best subjects for our Breaking into Fashion feature. From designer Rachel Roy to celebrity stylists like Phillip Bloch and Mariel Haenn, they’ve all taken time to offer good, sound advice to all you future industry insiders. In the New Year we want to continue to give our best!

Celebrity Sightings

International fashion weeks have allowed us amazing access to our fave celebs. Next year we definitely want to keep it poppin’, even perhaps dropping into shows in Milan and London to give you even more runway reviews and star exclusives.

Awards and Recognition

In 2009, the Fashion Bomb won Judges’ Vote for Best Style & Fashion blog and even crept onto Style 9’s 99 most influential blog list. We’ve got our eyes on that number one spot, and hope you guys will stick along for the ride!

This wonderful year wouldn’t have been possible without the amazing Fashion Bomb Team and you fabulous readers!

Here’s to many more!

Smootches!

*We’ve grown too big to stay on our current server! We will be transitioning to a *new server* starting Thursday. No more Errors, once and for all. Woot!

Everytime I click on www.patriciafield.com, my fashionista tastebuds are tickled by all the yummy bangles, handbags, and creative separates!

I was delighted to see that the Sex & the City stylist created a tribute to Keith Haring with fun items like an $120 Scarf Dress, $72 Border Print Scarf, and $80 Plastic Clutch. I know where I’m doing my post Christmas shopping…
Lucky you, it seems Patricia is offering 20% purchases of $200 or more with the code ‘PATMONEY.‘ Log on to www.patriciafield.com to browse.

Smootches!

While there were many fashion highs in 2009, unfortunately, there were a few lows as well.

This year witnessed the loss of a music and fashion icon, a trailblazing model, a nascent clothing label, and more.

Let’s take a look back in remembrance and reverence.

Michael Jackson:

In June, fans were shocked by the passing of music icon Michael Jackson.  On top of scoring dozens of number one hits in his lifetime, MJ also initiated several trends, making red leather jackets, glitter gloves, and fedoras de riguer for fashionable followers young and old. His memory lives on in the music and movements he initiated. We will continue to reference them for years to come.

Naomi Sims

In August we lost Naomi Sims, the model who designer Halston said, “…was the first. She was the great ambassador for all black people. She broke down all the social barriers.” The Philadelphia native covered Cosmopolitan and Life Magazines and was the first black woman to land the cover of Ladies Home Journal in 1968. The pioneering glamazon paved the way for contemporary brown skinned models like Arlenis, Chanel, Sessilee, and Jourdan. She will be missed.

Kanye’s Pastelle Clothing Line

Before we could even get excited about Kanye’s ‘Pastelle’ clothing line, MTV News reported that the collection would, “never, ever, ever come out.” Too bad, as it seems our Fashionable Man of 2009 has an eye for cut and design, and already scored quite well with his Nike Air Yeezy’s and Louis Vuitton sneaks. Better luck next year, Kanye, we’re all watching and waiting for your next creative move.  We’re sure it’ll be fabulous.

Vibe Magazine

In June, Daily Finance announced the shuttering of Vibe Magazine. The Hip Hop monthly, known for its intelligent, spot on writing, and finger-on-the-pulse reporting closed its downtown offices and bid adieu to its talented staff. Though the print magazine recently relaunched in smaller form, we’ll still miss the Vibe of the olden days, where ed notes by Danyel Smith and eye catching fashion spreads by Memsor Kamaraké delighted and awed.

What will you miss the most?

*Honorable Mentions: Pour out a little liquor as well for J.Lo’s Sweetface and Andre 3000’s Benjamin Bixby Line.

Kelly Rowland indulged in a bit of post Christmas shopping outfitted in a fashionable belted faux fur vest, black turtleneck, slim fit black pants, and knee high boots. She looks relaxed yet chic, the perfect outfit to simultaneously kick it while smiling for the paps. Get her look with the splurges or steals below:


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We’re providing style inspiration right up until the last minute!

This year for New Years I can’t run to Forever 21 or Topshop to pick up an affordable shimmery number, so am opting for my faithful black strapless Tibi dress and adding interesting accessories like a sash belt and studded pumps. Go for a similar recession friendly look by sticking to basic black but showing your personality with cute pieces like riding gloves, platform booties, or even playful bunny ears:

The great thing about black: it always look rich regardless of how much you spend!
Get the look here:

Amber Rose for Vibe Magazine December 2009. Thoughts?

Snapshot is a section featuring fashionable, memorable moments.  No words, just an image.  Enjoy…and discuss!

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If your holiday excursion or upcoming vacay takes you to a sunny locale, you might want to pop on a cute ruffled number like Rihanna:

Get her pink look or a few more colorful options below:

SheFinds did a roundup of the best After Christmas Sales, plus ultra chic rain boots for cold, wet winter days.

Stiletto Jungle explains how to shop online sample sales like a pro.

All Lacquered Up falls down the rabbit hole and discovers OPI’s Alice in Wonderland collection.

Allie is Wired previews the official Sex and the City 2 trailer.

Bag Snob has THE clutch for serious party goers.

Treat yourself to big lashes this New Year’s Eve with the Dior Extase Mascara at Beauty Snob.

LBDs don’t need to be strapless to be sexy. Coquette finds affordable stylish little black dresses at Le Train Bleu.

Get Sienna Miller’s Carribean bikini. I’m Not Obsessed will show you how.

Second City Style shows you that Looking Chic in Winter Temperatures is quite possible.

Shopping and Info loves Taylor Momsen’s black suede wedge ankle boots.

The StyleBakery editors share a few of their favorite things this season

Stylehive has named the top five trends that will hopefully not be making it in the new year, and wants you to vote on your (least) favorite.

The Beauty Stop explains why the Dinair airbrush foundation kit is a wise investment.

So New Years is right around the corner, and we’re sure you want to shine for the special occasion!

Below, 10 stunning New Years ready sequined dresses under $100 to dance the night away:

Slip on a pair of metallic shoes or even black pumps and black tights for a fun look: