Hey Guys!

So you might notice our new design!

The Fashion Bomb has had many facelifts since it debuted in August 2006. Let’s take a walk down memory lane, shall we?

It all started with the brown and pink cursive header accented with the red Kenneth Coles of a formerly anonymous urban fashionista (me!).  Back in 2006, we were rocking with the Pepto Pink background and not much else! Unfortunately I wasn’t technologically savvy enough to take a screenshot, but thankfully I saved the header for posterity.

As we moved away from “Claire’s Tales of Shopping” and more into celebrity fashion and street style, I felt it time for a bit of a switcheroo. A full year later in August 2007, my original designer and I came up with this collage of funky images, throwing in shots of covergirls Beyoncé and Jennifer Hudson along with polaroids of Real Style and splashes of hot Miu Miu, Christian Louboutin, and Balenciaga heels.

We kept the collage theme going for May 2008, opting for brighter colors while maintaining our melange of models, jewelry, and bags:

Naomi Campbell, Alek Wek, and Jourdan Dunn made the cut, along with Kimora, Rihanna, and Beyoncé. As always our fabulous readers were featured right alongside chic citrus colored Chanel and Fendi.

August 2008 ushered in a new, brighter template. We got rid of the collage effect, and simply had yellow rays shooting up towards the cursive “The Fashion Bomb” font we still have today. Categories boasted fun colorful buttons of Louis Vuitton bags, Chanel heart shaped hoops, and oversized shades.

We’d clearly gotten the hang of redesigns, as we injected a bit of purple into the site in December 2008. Our pretty buttons stayed on the top as we added a bit of flourish to the sidebars. One thing I loved about that design was the “Just Because” section:

With thumbnails of everything from Judge Judy to Spongebob to Patsy from Absolutely Fabulous, the pictures were random, funny, and me. And they needed no explanation…they were there just because.  I miss them so! Thankfully you can reminisce at the old blogspot, www.thefashionbomb.blogspot.com.

In February 2009, we made the courageous move from Blogger to WordPress. We adopted a new URL, www.fashionbombdaily.com, and a new ‘blogazine’ format to match.

In June 2009 we transitioned to a cityscape background that paid homage to urban fashion and even incorporated the Eiffel Tower to highlight my move to Paris.

6 months later, voila! We teamed up with the designer of Young, Black, and Fabulous and Necole Bitchie (among others) to come up with our new look. The goal was to streamline, get rid of the scrolling categories and headlines, and make the design simple, chic, and hot! We also referenced our collages of days past with sleek accessories and a dash of beauty.

We hope you like!

Leave us a comment and tell us what you think!

*Special thanks to Sefa Kindred, Josh Mackey, Waleed Anbar, and Zillz for your fabulous design skills!

Rihanna rocked Jean Paul Gaultier’s spring 2010 denim overall top and jeans with lace gloves and a cute headband for a recent 106 & Park performance. The all denim look is part of a collaboration between Jean Paul Gaultier and Levi’s.

I remember seeing those 90’s throwback looks when I reviewed the Spring shows, and wondered to myself how they’d look off the runway. I think Rihanna rocked it.

What do you think?

Celebrity couples have been jetsetting all over Europe, stopping in Paris (woot!) and Rome wearing comfy Nike Air Jordan Sneakers. Swizz Beatz was spotted with girlfriend Alicia Keys rocking Nike Air Jordan 60+”Detroit Pistons”sneakers ($135) and Kamber was spied in Rome wearing his and hers Air Jordan Retro 3’s ($150).

Though I couldn’t call myself much of a sneakerhead, the unisex shoes seem to work for laid back strolls in far off locales. And they’re pretty affordable!

Get your own unique pair here.

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Rachel Roy came out last night for The Cinema Society Screening Of “The Young Victoria” in a floral mini dress and chic trench worn with shimmer tights and boots. To play up her colorful frock, she rocked a candy pink clutch and opted for a dark red lip and sultry smoky eyes. Rachel Roy is consistently impeccable, but something about this choice gave me pause. Perhaps it’s the sheen of the tights? Or the ‘done’ makeup?

What do you guys think? Hot! Or Hmmm….

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So I’ll admit I’m an undercover stan for Ken & Dana Designs! After I first featured them, I’ve been checking back quite frequently for new items, and instantly fell in love with their Vintage Scarf Remixes. The team at Ken & Dana added metallic flair to old school scarves, offering an updated take on an easily passed over yet chic wardrobe piece. At $225 they’re a bit pricey, but look at them…aren’t they worth it?
They’re selling out fast, so get yours at www.kenanddanadesigns.com.

Young design duo Dee & Ricky has unleashed their latest creations, a black heart brooch and blunt. The combination is geared towards those cold hearted Scrooges who’d rather….smoke a blunt than indulge in holiday cheer. Purchase the brooch for $75 and the blunt for $20 here.

Guys would you rock these?

As an aside, it’s worth it to follow Dee & Ricky on Twitter at www.twitter.com/DeeandRicky. Trust me.

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Hey Guys!
So 3 years ago on December 13th, 2006, I received my first Wardrobe Query in my inbox! Since then I’ve tried my very best to provide you guys with wardrobe solutions and celebrity looks for less. Today is no exception!

First up, Adobea says, “I was wondering if you could help me find something similar to the jacket I saw Teyana Taylor wearing at Trina & Nicky Minaj’s birthday bash recently.”


“…I MUST have it, lol.”
Hey! The closest I could find to her cream leather studded stunner was this $330 option from Topshop:

The jacket is more simple, and therefore more versatile’s than Teyana’s choice. Purchase here.

Nikki says, “Can you tell me who makes Rachel Roy’s clutch? I also saw it in another color in yesterday’s Week in Chic...”


“I need it!!!”
Rachel and Tallulah Adeyemi both chose Louis Vuitton’s Coquette Clutch from its Fall 2009 Runways:

Get yours at www.louisvuitton.com.

Now for some wardrobe queries!
First Arielle says, “I just bought a black boyfriend jacket with a lace inset on the back…what can I pair this piece with?”
Take a cue from Alicia Key’s American Music Awards performance outfit and pair your lace inset black jacket with skinny black pants and gladiator heels:

Get the look here:

Synim says, “ I’m having a Birthday Party/Event at a jazz club with a live performance and would like to get some suggestions on a cute dress, shoes and handbag (that won’t break the bank). I want to be sexy and stand out because after all, it is my special day!!!”
We found 20 dress options for you under $100 and threw in a few shoe and clutch options for good measure:

Lastly, Fatimah says, “In February I’m going to Trinidad for Carnival (woot woot!) and I’m playing mas, meaning I’ll be in a sexy little costume dancing all day for 2 days straight! When I went in ’08 I noticed lots of women wore boots they decorated to match with their costumes. I’m completely into this trend and I’m thinking it would be a good alternative to sneakers. I’m challenging you to find some shoes or boots that will set off my red, sari-inspired costume.

” Also, all shoes must be flat (2 days of dancing does not equal heels), comfy, and under $100.”
Hey! Sounds like fun. I’ve been to Junkanoo in the Bahamas, so am pretty sure I know what you’re going for. The best I could find were these $82 Adele Leather Suede Pixie Boots from ASOS:

Get them here and have fun!
Smootches!
*Reminisce on the first ever Mail Bombs posts here. We’ve come a long way!

Go for a Bohemian vibe this weekend in a loose fit jersey dress, slouchy knit beret, patent booties, and dark liquid eyeliner:

While we tend to think tight and low cut are the keys to a sexy vibe, you can look equally sophisticated and saucy in draped asymmetrical pieces paired with alluringly sky high stilettos:

We have a little Vintage Fabulousness today!

Dara sends in throwback pix of her three older sisters LaTosha, Naisha, and Kalisha:

She says, “They have been rocking the trendiest clothes since they were baby fashionistas and have definitely helped my style evolve over the years!”

These are the cutest pictures ever!! Seriously, love the style, especially the baby poses! What do you guys think of this Vintage Fab?

Smootches!

PS Get to scanning this weekend and send in your examples of Vintage Fab!

Yours truly was featured as Styeaholic of the Day on eclectic lifestyle and fashion blog Styleaholics! Click here to read about my favorite designers, must have wardrobe items, and my advice for young bloggers.

Enjoy!

Shout to Najwa (above) for featuring me!