It’s been quite a while since we’ve had some Vintage Fab! Today we’re taking it to the 90’s with this snapshot of reader Christina’s sister’s high school friends:

She says, “I found this picture of my older sister and some of her high school friends in the 90’s and I thought it would be great for vintage fab! That’s my sister with the short cut and the vest in the middle. I think the floral print home girl is rocking on the right is great. And I might actually wear those glasses the guy’s wearing in the lower left LOL…they’re on point!”

So much fun! I’m loving the GQ poses in the front row more than anything else!

What do you guys think of this Vintage Fab?

Taraji P. Henson attended the 25th Annual Film Independent Spirit Award Nominations in a classic work ready sparkle sequin gray sweater, matching pencil skirt, and smart black pumps:

Splurge on a similar gray sweater, then save on everything else:


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Check out my piece for AOL Black Voices, where I give readers the lowdown on the Rodarte for Target line, in stores and online December 20th:

Ranging in price from $20-$50, the collection will carry accessories, jackets, and fun dresses.

Read more here.

Celebs recovered from the holidays and made it out to Snowflake Balls, Galas, and Press Events:

Socialites Susan Fales Hill, Lauren Bush, and Maggie Betts

Hmm, hard choice this week! Though the ladies brought it, I must say, Drake is looking quite dapper in his velvet blazer. Maybe he read our trend report on the luxe fabric?
Who wins this Week’s Chic Award for you?
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Fashion Bomb friend Kesh (who we wrote about here) is the latest artist to join the ranks of Hype Means Nothing:

You may remember, we reported on Hype Means Nothing’s cool tee’s in this vintage Paris Boutique Spotlight:

It seems Kesh put a unique spin on the ‘finger glasses’ look, instead going for a complete ‘hands over the eyes’ steeze:

To purchase Hype Means Nothing tees online, visit their website www.hypemeansnothing.com and purchase at www.buymeansnothing.com. They’re a splurge, but Kesh just reinforced what we already knew: the line is hot!

Spotted @ Paris Most Wanted

Amber Alert!
The studs of last season have been reupped and replaced by sharp, shiny spikes!

Extra Rated R Rihanna has been going hard with spiked shoulders, dresses, and full on tracksuits for publicity parties and red carpet events.

Of course not too far behind is the imfamous Lady Gaga who wears spiked, hooded, painful looking bodysuits.

Even the normally demure Alicia Keys went for a spiked edge rocking a sparkly silver cuff.

And red carpet regularMelody Thornton took the look to a new level with a spike lapel jacket and matching boots. As an aside, do we have a new Style Star on our hands?

If you want to incorporate the look into your everyday life, do so with fun accessories like shoes, necklaces, and bracelets:

Will you be trying this trend?

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We’re taking it back up North for today’s Bombshell: Jakeedah from Atlantic City, New Jersey:

The Jersey stylista is currently a Coors Light promotional model, but says, “ Although being a promo model is pretty cookie cutter I like to use accessories to set myself apart from the other girls.”

She continues, “I live in Atlantic City, NJ and being near Philly and New York City has allowed me to develop a style that merges elements from both cities (with a touch of Jersey flair in there too).“

“I love fashion and style and write a fashion blog called Diary of a Style Addict (diaryofastyleaddict.typepad.com).”

Wow, unofficial poll, how many of you guys are bloggers as well?

At any rate, Jakeedah, feeling those fingerless gloves and your hair! Represent!

What do you think of today’s Bombshell?

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.

Missy Elliott, Timbaland, 702, Lil’ Kim and Ginuwine all made cameos for Aaliyah’s 1996 leather laced video, “If Your Girl Only Knew.” Though the clip dropped over 10 years ago (can you believe it?), a few elements like black nail polish, dark plum lipstick, and fingerless gloves have made a comeback on contemporary starlets. Get a vibe for this seminal video in leather pants, cropped vests, and motorcycle boots:

Throw in some dark makeup and a futuristic white chair to truly complete the look:


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If you’re the type who is always looking for a conversation timepiece, check out I-Toc watches created by Sean Zoega out of London:

The funky multicolored tickers retail for about $100 at www.i-toc.com.

Rihanna debuted Christian Louboutin’s NiToiNiMoi Boots during Paris Fashion Week in Blue, and a few months later, voila Forever 21’s answer:

The Criss Cross Suedette Boots capture the essence of the $1,195 Loubies, but ring it at a more recession friendly $32.80.
Purchase either option here: