New York Magazine recently caught up with Jason Riffe, a young man they call Andre Leon Talley’s protege and personal photographer:

He got his start by drive and determination, enrolling in Savannah’s College of Art & Design (knowing ALT’s relationship with the school), then persistently sending him e-mails until Vogue’s Editor-at-Large allowed Jiffe to shadow him to many high wattage events.

In the article Jiffe says, “I knew [that] if I wanted to be the next American fashion photographer, I needed to shoot for Vogue; I needed to work for Andre Talley. He is the definition of fashion for the world. Other than him, it would be Anna Wintour. I found he was on the board at SCAD, and that was the only reason I chose that school. I did whatever I had to do to go there, just so I could meet Andre Talley.”

Apparently very few of the students at SCAD even knew who Andre Leon Talley was, which created an opening for Jiffe. Talk about smart and resourceful.

Read Jiffe’s Q & A with NYMag  here.

Rihanna dug into her 80’s wardrobe recently, donning a pair of acid wash jeans with a bright pink cardigan and neon sunglasses:

I remember rocking the button fly back in the day, though I’m unsure I’d ever like to relive those wayward moments. I think Rihanna manages to make the decades old trend look new and fresh, but what do you think?

Is it hot? Or does it make you go hmm…

Check out some high and low priced acid washed jeans here:

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Hey Fashion Bombers!

Today I wanted to put you onto hot indie line Golden Hanger created by 21-year-old Henry Spencer:

The three year old line, straight out of Detroit, Michigan, features saucy cocktails in luxe fabrics like satin and silk set off by sequins, exotic sashes, and frothy tulle:

If you’re looking for your next club banger, visit Golden Hanger designs on myspace at www.myspace.com/mrgoldenhanger or check out Henry’s blog at www.goldenhanger.blogspot.com. If you’re already hooked, contact Henry at goldenhangerdesigns@gmail.com.

Would you rock one of these freakum dresses?

Bombshell Kim Kardashian wore these Christian Louboutin stunners to the Grammys earlier this year:

If you lust for her look, get her hot pumps here for $1,014.  Happy splurging!

~Vuitton

Rachel Roy appeared at the red carpet premiere of “My One and Only” wearing a striped black top set off by wide leg pants, a sequin cardigan, and gold accessories.

The look is perfect for an amped up office look, with sequins adding a dash of glam to regular workday wear.
Get the look here:

Hiya!

Today we’re featuring Caribbean queen Tia-Toni, who hails from my mother (and Vuitton’s) home country, the Bahamas:

She says, “I’m currently in college in Miami and I consider my style to be Tres Fabuleux! My style is simple yet daring at times :)”

Girl, I am *loving* your shoes and your youthful yet chic essence.

Work!

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.

With Season 2 of the Rachel Zoe Project coming soon, we thought it fitting to pay homage to her uber-fab and ridiculously expensive Pathere de Cartier ring. Though we die for it, I’m sure $14,000 may be a bit too much for us recessionistas and wallet-watching stylistos!

Shut it down with Obey’s Eyes of the Tiger ring:

It’s super fierce and you can get it here for only $39!  Bananas!

~Vuitton

While doing my daily shopping searches, I stumbled across a cool online store, Trashy Vintage:

Chained up Sweater, $30; Glitz & Glam Sequin Blouse, $45; White Out Floral Blouse, $25

With the mission statement, ‘One girl’s trash is another girls’ treasure,‘ the site features hot sweaters, tops, and accessories with the recessionista in mind:

Cream Puff Sweater, $20

Jean Pierre Sweater, $35; VIctoria’s Locket, $25; Houndstooth Sweater, $40
Aside from most items being under $50, the site ofers $5 flat rate shipping for all items, and free shipping for purchases over $100

Sizes sell out fast! Get your vintage treasure at www.trashyvintage.com.

Hey!
So whether you’re in high school, college, or beyond, this is the time of year when most student Bombshells prepare for Back to School:

Keep it sassy in class with these 50 affordable items that marry practicality with a touch of flair: