As the winter becomes more frightful, tons of celebs are pulling out warm items to stave off the chill. Last night Kimora and Rihanna opted for fur, with Rihanna working an oversize fur hat, and Kimora wearing a light brown fur for a red carpet event.
All you have to do is click on Peta’s website to get the lowdown on the cruelty involved with the creation of fashionable fur items. But some people simply turn a blind eye to the practice–I mean if we eat animals, then why not wear them?
It’s a debate that’s raged on for years in the fashion industry, and now I’m bringing it to you, fair Bombshells. When it comes to fashion: to fur or not to fur?
Though they each succeeded individually by scoring international and domestic covers and editorials, these four glamazons looked most flawless when together. In 2009 they compiled an amazing body of work, shooting with the best photographers and magazines in the industry.
Let’s take a look at a few highlights from this year:
Chanel and Jourdan kicked off the year with a designer filled shoot for Vogue’s January 2009 issue shot by David Sims.
In May, Jourdan joined veteran Liya Kebede for a model themed cover for Vogue.
And inside, Chanel and Arlenis posed for Patrick Demarchelier with their boyfriends, Tyga and Rene Rodriguez.
September saw all four girls posing for Edward Enninful’s I-D Magazine.
That same month Chanel and Arlenis both appeared in Harper’s Bazaar, posing for Peter Lindbergh in a Harlem Renaissance themed editorial called, “And all That Jazz.“
In October Chanel and Sessilee joined forces for an Allure Magazine ‘Bombshells’ shoot.
Chanel and Jourdan collaborated with Craig McDean for Vogue’s October Issue.
Finally, covergirls Chanel and Jourdan looked pretty and fresh for Teen Vogue’s November issue.
It’s been an amazing year for our brown skinned beauties! Here’s to their continued success in 2010!
To see more editorials, check out our Snapshot section.
The French brand was founded in 1952, but has been getting major shine lately thanks to trendsetters like Kanye, Tyrese, and Wale rocking their down jackets and vests.
Of course as with anything rapper related, Moncler’s are expensive. They range in price from $400 for a vest to $1300 for a jacket. Yikes!
But I’m sure they’re super warm. Take a look at options and colors here:
For today’s Style Inspiration, we went for a look perfect for a lady living life like it’s golden. Sip champagne in a sultry gold dress played up with golden accessories, diamonds, and metallic polish.
So after we published pics of Nicki Minaj’s Complex photo shoot, a few eager Fashion Bombers got in touch asking me to do a Style File on the up and coming rap sensation. One particular fan, Francesca, said, “Thank God for Nicki Minaj! It’s so refreshing to see some originality in style and music. I LOVE HER!!!!!”
Of course I had to see what the buzz was about, so took to the ‘net to find some fashionable pictures of Nicki in her myriad outfits. Unfortunately, the only official pix I could find were of the ‘backshot’ variety:
You can barely concentrate on her Louis Vuitton boots with all that derriere/spandex action!
I then took to Twitter to ask people for pix. This is what my tweoples sent in:
Cute, but…tight, low cut, spandexed, and exposed…is this our newest ‘refreshing’ style icon?
She has turned up her chic factor lately, rocking a cute lace dress with electric blue heels for a performance last night with Robin Thicke in NYC:
And snaps to her for pulling off that two tone pink and black hair!
But in general, her Rated R style is too reminiscent of Lil Kim to bode well.
Actress Zoe Saldana looked classic and simple for a recent appearance at the David Letterman show in NYC. Eschewing the ‘no whites after Labor Day’ rule, she rocked a pair of skinny white jeans with platform black stiletto pumps, an oversized gray top, and a navy blue blazer. To guard against the chill, she slipped on a chunky wool black scarf.
Her look is easy to achieve with these affordable separates:

As an aside, doesn’t Zoe seem like she’d be fun to hang out with?
She’s got a sense of humor and great style! Source
In the upcoming weeks, you’ll undoubtedly be attending parties, gatherings, and other fabulous events. Every day this week, we’ll be offering holiday outfit ideas to carry you from now until New Years!
Today’s look is for the daring diva who has no problem rocking bright colors or interesting feather details. Slip on a dress in a bright purple, throw on a feathered jacket, then put on a pair of crystal, feathered heels! Don’t forget eyelashes and an alluring scent:
Women in Entertainment Empowerment Network Chair Valeisha Butterfield
Get the look here:
Today we have an international fashion submission from Jennifer hailing from Brussels, Belgium!
She says, “I’m a Marketing student and hope to work in the fashion industry… one day!”
“I’m sending you these “Fashion Bombshell”pictures…”
“Hope u like them…!”
Love it! All your outfits are great, but I must say your first look is my fave. Lovin’ the black harem pants, black leather jacket, and chic accessories. Fierce!
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 Fashion Bombshell of the Day Picture to thefashionbomb@gmail.com.
Upscale Hype has the scoop on Drake and Young Jeezy’s cool outerwear from DJ Khaled’s “Fed Up” music video. Apparently Drake is rocking Marc by Marc Jacobs’ $495 hoodie jacket, and Jeezy looks cool in a more affordable $80 Fila Cire Down Vest. Items for every budget!
