For J&R Musicfest in New York, singer Letoya Luckett paired a sequin top and cut off shorts with one of Fall’s hottest trends, thigh high black boots:

If you love her look, but need it for less, get it with these fun affordable options:

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So believe it or not lovelies, summer is over:( Pretty soon we’ll be trading in our sundresses and sunnies for blazers and boots. To make the transition easy for you, we’ve compiled the 5 hottest fall trends you’ll need to be fashionable this season.

1. Peplum Dresses

This skirted look mixes flirt with femininity, flattering most shapes in strapless or asymmetric styles. Rock a peplum piece in blue like Rihanna or Estelle, or go for a more subdued look a la Nia Long in black:

2. Extended Shoulders

Whether it’s the 80’s effect or Balmain, shoulder pads have made a resurgence in a real way both on runways and real women. The power shoulder dominates this season, so update your blazers and dresses with these cute options:

3. Platform Heels

This season we’re adding even more height to your traditional shoes in platform styles that sculpt the legs while making you look long and lean:

4. Layered Necklaces

This falls calls for chunky neck pieces, brimming over with pearls, balls, and chains. Keep it funky like Adrienne Bailon, or go for more of a classic style like Sanaa:

5. Thigh High Boots

Thigh High boots guarantee adequate protection against a fall chill, and are an unquestionably hot look. For this transitional time, wear your pair with a chic mini dress like Melody Thornton or Kim Kardashian, then move on to jeans and a cute top like Golden Brooks for cooler temps:

What trend are you looking forward to the most?

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Today, for our favorite feature, we have Fatimah from Toronto, Canada!

She says, “I love fashion and style. As a soon-to-be 1st year PhD student I have shopped on a budget since undergrad. I like to save on clothes by shopping sales, sample sales, Winners (Toronto people feel me!) and vintage shops, but I will always splurge on a good piece of jewelry. I also love picking up cool, one of a kind pieces on my travels- some of the wickedest stuff I have is from Barbados, Jamaica, and New York.”

“As you can see from some of my pictures I’m a Muslim, born and raised, and I LOVE wearing the traditional, modest, clothing and headscarf (hijab) for special occasions but in my own distinct way. So please consider me for Fashion Bombshell of the day, and let me rep it for the Muslim chicks and all the Toronto readers!”

Represent! Smart and sassy to boot! We love your distinct point of view and ability to rock a traditional garment with style.

What do you guys think of Fatimah’s look?

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.

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As you know I’m always on the lookout for cool, chic items, and was literally floored when I stumbled across Litarbags:

The nature and sea inspired hangbags have a unique, vibrant look that set them apart from most totes and clutches.

The lovely leather creations are made in Lviv, Ukraine, where the designers say, “We struggle to make every item an artwork, an image-carrier, always with something unexpected, intriguing, and unreal. A handbag-image, a handbag-fantasy – this is our goal.”

As with many fashion fantasies, these babies aren’t cheap, and range in price from $250-$400.

Still it might be a worthy investment if you want a one of a kind look and yearn to carry a functional piece of art.

Would you splurge on a Litarbag?

If so, purchase at their Etsy shop here.

Filming is underway for the Sequel to the Sex and the City movie, and Sarah Jessica Parker, playing Carrie Bradshaw, is already bringing out the big fashion guns:

She wore a simple white v-neck dress, gold sequin pumps, and a gold clutch to film a scene with love interest Mr. Big. If you’re ready to get Carried away, get her look for less with these picks:

The rocker chic trend may have a little competition waiting in the wings!

Subtly inspired by the Dolce & Gabbana Fall 2007 collection, going cosmic could quite possibly be the next hot trend to come this season.  Couple metallic dresses with sexy platform sandals, and go for a smokey or cat eye while leaving the lips light.  If you want an out of this world look, check out these pieces below:

~Vuitton

Jay-Z has been flexing his design skills a lot lately, this time lending a hand in fashioning this limited edition Arthur Ashe T-Shirt:

The shirt will be sold at the US Open. Arthur Ashe’s legacy will be celebrated on Thursday, September 10, when the famous African-American tennis player will be officially inducted into the US Open Court of Champions at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center.
Purchase the T-Shirt and find more information at www.usopen.org.

Run your town in these $350 Barracuda Sunglasses by Rihanna favorite A-Morir by Kerin Rose:

The website says, “They’re not see through but you can see through them. They’re completely covered in hand-painted and hand-distressed pyramid studs. They’re the $hit.”

Well if you think they are, too, pre-order these splurgeworthy specs here.

Whoever said that you can’t be chic with affordable accessories obviously hasn’t seen this ring by Forever 21!

The perfect mix of vintage construction with a modern flair, you’d think you’d have to spend a fortune just by looking at it.  But it “rings” in at an astounding $5!  Better hurry and catch the final sale here!

~Vuitton

Hey Bombers!

Minx Nails have been gracing the manicured hands of tons of celebrities, offering a bright shiny polish with a dash of edge. I recently saw Keri Hilson rocking the nail trend at Carol’s Daughter’s Atlanta store opening:

You can get your own custom Minx designs starting at $45 for manicures and $65 for pedicures according Natasha Ray, owner and manicurist of Dainty As She Wanna Be Natural Nail Lounge on Capitol Hill.

This amazing nail coating is a foil that comes in 100’s of colors and designs and doesn’t need drying time so this means no smudging or chipping.

You can even go Presidential–check out Eve’s Obama Minx!

“Fall nail fashion trends include anything dazzling and vivid colors like silvers, metallics, mattes, reds and purples,” says Natasha.  Of course, Minx should only be applied by a professional so make sure your nail guru is Minx certified ladies.

For the DC area diva’s visit Natasha Ray at Dainty As She Wanna Be Natural Nail Lounge, 709 D Street SE, Washington, DC. If you’re in town, call her at (202) 538-0142 or visit her website www.msdainty.com.

Have you or will you be trying this trend?

~Eileen