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….
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.
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:
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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:
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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!
While the jury’s still out on Dirty Money’s musical prowess, it’s pretty clear their sense of style is on point. The group stepped out in an assortment of outfits, all anchored by ubiquitous black fabulousness. Diddy wore all black simply accented with patent leather sneakers and a silver cross. Ladies Kalenna and Dawn stood out thanks to their dope hairstyles, lace up boots, and details like fringes and ruffles. Get their look below:
Supima had a call for designers (that we wrote about here), and six emerging fashion designers have been selected to compete in the Supima Design Competition and Runway Show this January! The final six talented designers include: Gina Desilva, Nadia Ivanova, Robin Tomas, Michael Venker, Herber Sanchez and design duo To-Tam Ton-Nu and To-Nya Ton-Nu.
The designs will be judged by Wall Street Journal contributor Teri Agins, New York Times editor Horacio Silva, Dean of Fashion at Parsons, Simon Collins and Bloomingdale’s buyer Chris Frye.
Based on the designs (above) who do you think will win?
New York Magazine’s the Cut reports that model Jourdan Dunn gave birth to a bouncing baby boy on Tuesday. According to a rep Jourdan headed home with baby today and, “….is really well and super happy.”
Congrats to her and her bundle of joy!
