While I touched upon a few hot Beauty Trends in my AOL post, there were so many more that came onto the scene in ’09!
Let’s take a quick beauty walk down memory lane:
1. Minx Nails
The cool nail coverings were a certified celeb fave, with everyone from Solange to Sheree Whitfield rocking the look in patterns or plain. Ever creative, a few stars even made their Minx political…
…placing our President on their thumbnails.
2. Dark Plum Lipstick
90’s staple dark plum lipstick made a certified comeback in the ’09, as Rihanna, Kelly Rowland, and Melody Thornton were spotted sporting the sultry look.
Hot!
3. Shaved Hairstyles
Hip Hop starlets couldn’t seem to get enough of the clippers! While Solange created a controversy by completely lopping her locks off, most, including Cassie, Keyshia, and Lala, went for the half shaved look.
4. Neon Pedicures
While Minx mani’s made waves, celebs also got creative with their pedi’s, wearing bright yellow, pink, and orange to play up their red carpet looks.
5. Tattoos
Celebs opted for primly placed tattoos to subtly assert their personality. Their new ink sparked discussions here on the Fashion Bomb on the intersection of Tattoos and Fashion.
Today’s Holiday Style Inspiration is for the saucy diva who wants to celebrate Christmas with mod, irreverent separates:
Wear a graphic t-shirt with a polka dot skirt, then reference the Christmas season with green tights and a spiked red clutch.
Get the look, plus a few lower priced alternatives here:
What do you think of today’s Style Inspiration? Source
Enter to win a cute pair of super warm Sasha Pastry Boots designed by Vanessa and Angela Simmons. The enterprising sisters are hosting a hot giveaway just in time for the holidays!
To win, it’s simple: write to them at contest@lovepastry.com professing why you love any pair of Pastry shoes!
Not sure? Check out the collection at www.lovepastry.com. Make sure to tell them the Fashion Bomb sent ya!
The results are in, and Fashion Bombers have spoken!
2009’sFashionista and Fashionable Man are Rihanna and Kanye West. Kanye smoked his counterparts with 40% of the vote, and Rihanna barely edged ahead of Solange with 44% of the votes. Are you surprised?
This year saw them steaming past their contemporaries both musically and stylistically, even coming together to collaborate on the following hits and videos:
We love ’em.
What do you think of this year’s winners? Source
Not much went down this past weekend with our Favorite Bombshells. Inclement weather mixed with planning for festivities most likely kept them indoors, but those who managed to bring themselves out into the limelight showed and proved.
It’s been a while since we’ve seen Chris Tucker out and about, but he attended the 26th Annual UNCF Masked Mayor’s Ball in Atlanta looking quite dapper, as per usual. One of our fave Atlanta Housewives, Sheree, was there as well, stepping up her glam game in a strapless gown with a red sash. When coupled with the red lip, her look is hot! I wonder if that’s She by Sheree she’s wearing?
Brandy was spotted singing at the Hard Rock Cafe in Hollywood donning a gray vest, gray tank top and black trousers. While the outfit is cute enough, what really caught my eye were her suspenders! Snaps to Brandy for dressing outside the conventional box. While some may say the suspenders were a little too much, I think they were just enough to pull the look together. Hot!
Lastly, Rihanna performed last Friday Night rocking an entire Alexandre Vauthier Couture runway look to pieces. Yes, the girl loves her strong shoulders, but you can’t deny how hot she looks here. I wonder how much higher her fashion game can go up since she seems to have done it all in such a short time.
Hey! Kristen from Georgia blesses us with the following pictures for Fashion Bombshell of the Day:
She didn’t provide any words on her style, but the pictures speak for themselves!
From casual to club cool, Kristen shows she knows what silhouettes and styles work for her. Love the blue skirt in the first picture, and I see you working those patterned tights!
What do you guys think?
And as an aside, Fashion Bombshell of the Day is one of my favorite new features of 2009! You guys have represented for multicultural fashionistas, displaying chic from St. Maarten to Baltimore to Belgium! What’s been your fave feature this year?
Smootches!
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’s Holiday Inspiration is based on a 20’s inspired outfit choreographer Fatima Robinson wore to BET’s Hip Hop awards. The talented dancer looked festive in a sultry close fit pencil skirt and structured blazer, played up by a veiled hat, funky pumps, and quilted chain strap bag.
While the outfit is simply chic, Fatima made it her own with a pop of red lipstick and statement ring.
Get the look for a splurge or steal below:
This year on the Fashion Bomb, we’ve increasingly tried to cater to our male readers, showcasing the looks of some of the most stylish men in hip-hop. For Fashionable Man of the Year, we’re highlighting the guys that y’all have shown the most love via Mail Bombs and dedicated posts.
Whether in leather vests, piped cardigans, or chic Rockstar jeans, he made a splash, blazing a style trail set to rival his rap legacy.
2. Lance Gross
Svelte, tailored, and chic, Lance Gross showed he had more than just a pretty face in 2009. Whether in velvet blazers or laid back hoodies, the Howard University trained actor wowed ladies thanks to his refreshingly cool takes on fashion.
Embracing color, he even rocked purple with purpose, conveying confidence and charisma in multiple hues.
3. Pharrell
Producer, rapper, and Billionaire Boys Club ringleader Pharrell continued his fashionable reign this year, boldly stepping out of the hip-hop box by trying knee high boots and Christian Louboutin studded sneakers.
Save his few eccentric instances, Pharrell still brought it back in sharp suits, v-neck sweaters, and bow ties, looking fly even as he dared to be different.
4. Trey Songz
Soulful crooner Trey Songz debuted a new haircut, album, and sleek steeze in 2009. Going for very grown and extremely sexy, he made cameos at high wattage events in sophisticated vests and blazer jackets in alluring black or navy satin:
He stood out on the Fashion Bomb due to his collegiate cardigans and Marc Jacobs sunglasses, which created fodder for many the male Mail Bomb.
5. Kanye West
What would a fashionable male rundown be without style czar Kanye West? A regular to international fashion weeks, this year saw ‘Ye styling shoots for Elle Magazine and designing sneakers for Louis Vuitton and Nike. With equally fashionable girlfriend Amber Rose on his arm, he cut a fetching profile, playing up and complementing each of her neon spandex laced looks with varsity jackets and dark colored tuxes:
The self styled star catered to a wide range of designers, wearing everything from Margiela to Balmain to Timberland. While one of his more creative fashionable ‘accessories’ got him into trouble at MTV’s VMA’s…
…He definitely made an impression in 2009, motivating hordes of men with swagger to embrace their inner stylist:
Which guy set it off in your opinion?
Vote below:
Did we miss anyone?
We’ll announce winners for both Fashionista of 2009 and Fashionable Man of the Year Monday Afternoon!
