Hey Bombshells!

So I’ve received quite a few e-mails lately asking us to include more fashion for plus sized women. I took to Twitter to see if any Fashion Bomb followers would be up for guest blogging, and the fabulous Christina from www.MusingsofaFatshionista.com volunteered for our first guest post!

She gives us the scoop on how you curvaceous bombshells can incorporate the ‘Rocker Chic’ trend into your wardrobe. Enjoy!

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As another fashion week ends, it’s a reminder that it’s time to put away our sundresses and sandals in exchange for heavy knits and boots. One of the trends that will, no doubt, carry over into fall is Rocker Chic. Perfected by starlets like Rihanna and Ciara, this body-hugging look adds a sexy edge to any ordinary outfit.

So what do you do if you aren’t even remotely shaped like Rihanna or Ciara?  As a plus sized woman, it’s undoubtedly harder to participate in some of the hottest trends, but it’s not impossible!

In the first installment of “In Our Size,” we break down 5 key pieces of the Rocker Chic trend and give you everything you need to be flyer than the rest!

Key Piece #1: Leather any-and-everything!

The #1 must-have item for this trend is leather and lots of it! During the fall, leather (or pleather if you prefer) jackets become an essential part of many women’s wardrobes because they are so versatile. You can wear it with a t-shirt and your favorite jeans to look effortlessly chic while running errands during the day and then pair it with your classic little black dress for drinks with your girls later on. However, leather is not just for jackets. There are many variations including vests, skirts and shorts so don’t be afraid to branch out and try something new! Below are a few leather items you can add to your fall wardrobe to bring out your inner rock star!

Key Piece #2: Studs galore!

Studs and rock-n-roll go hand-in-hand, you can’t have one without the other. The best part about studded clothes is that it instantly adds an edge to any outfit and when paired with something more delicate like lace or florals, it becomes much more visually interesting. This fall, it seems that studs were put on any and everything from shoes and belts to necklaces, rings, blazers, skirts and jeans. I’ve found that the key to wearing them correctly is to never over do it. Just wearing a striking studded jacket says more than wearing a studded jacket, bracelet, belt and bag. Easily incorporate studded pieces into wardbrobe with the items below:

Key Piece #3: Shoes

Nothing completes an outfit better than a killer pair of shoes. Whether they’re sky-high platform heels or your favorite pair of Chuck Taylors, they make a statement. The good thing is that for this trend, there’s lots of versatility when it comes to footwear. As much as we may like to, not everyone can wear 4 inch heels all day. Here are a variety of shoe options that can add a touch of rock to any outfit.

Key Piece #4: Distressed Denim

Ask anyone, nothing is better than throwing on your favorite pair of broken-in jeans and going on about your day. After a while your favorite pair of jeans may start to rip here and tear there. Instead of throwing them out and searching high and low for their replacement, with this trend, the more rips the better! Whether they’re bleached, torn, studded, or cut, there’s tons of room for personality. Below are different ways that you can add this key piece to your closet.

Key Piece #5: Attitude!

The last key piece in the rocker chic trend is also the most important; attitude! This trend is not for the wallflowers, it’s for the girl that is bold in both her style and personality. It is very important to take trends like this one and put your own spin on them. Be inspired by Rihanna, Ciara and everyone else but do not become a carbon copy. People can spot posers instantaneously. Just be yourself and there’s no doubt, you’ll look and feel fly!
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Great job Christina!
What did you think of her post? And would you like to see weekly plus sized fashion posts?
Smootches!

Mik Jagga, former creative director and consultant for urban brands Mecca and Rocawear, recently launched his Passport collection of fly sneakers:

Coming in high and low top styles in colors like green, red, and blue patent leather, the collection is geared towards the uber chic urban man.

See more at www.mikjagga.com.

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Phillip Bloch ushered in the era of the celebrity stylist; as he candidly admitted to me in our interview earlier this week: “After people saw that I was having my 20 minutes of fame, they wanted their 5!” Fashion heads will concur: the first time I “met” Phillip was watching him on an early cable style program on TV in the ’90s as a ‘tween, and I remember thinking, “Stylist…what’s that?” I’d never heard of the role before that but Bloch, before anyone else, branded it for himself and the legion of celeb stylists to come behind him.

With names like Halle Berry, Jennifer Lopez, Salma Hayek, and Jada Pinkett-Smith on his resumé, not to mention his work with Vogue, InStyle, Vanity Fair, and Entertainment Weekly, among countless others, Bloch’s list of credentials is the ultimate “Who’s Who?” of style. I had to ask him: um, how do we even *set our sights* on accomplishing as much you have?

“Really, it’s about taking the ego down,” he shares. He advises young stylists to just “do the work,” as there’s really no way around it. He also counsels up-and-comers to “keep it real” and not fib about what you’ve worked on. To illustrate, he mentioned a run-in with a makeup artist who bragged that they’d done all of the work on a recent *major* music video only to find out later that the person had only done the extras. And there’s no shame in that–everyone has to start somewhere. “Just don’t lie!” he cautions. Remember, too, that “this is a business” at the end of the day, so don’t get caught up in small personal issues like not being seen front-row at a designer’s show.

As far as where he gleans his styling inspiration from, it’s as vast and varied as his career, which also includes acting, designing, and writing. “A daisy growing out of the concrete in the sidewalk, old buildings, and, recently, the Muir Woods in Northern California. Beauty’s really where you find it, as Madonna says in ‘Vogue’.” Couldn’t agree more!

What I found most refreshing about Phillip is his aim to “really try to use [my] platform for good.” Currently, his project as a brand ambassador for Flexees Shapewear by Maidenform is what he’s most excited about. “It’s fat-free dressing for the woman who has no inclination to go under the knife, and it’s affordable!” he enthused. He also asked me to also tell Bombshell to enter to win a personal $4,500 makeover with him over at Star Magazine, so get thee to the contest entry page quickly!
And for more with Phillip, visit his site PhillipBloch.com!
~Adriana
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A Morir by Kerin Rose has done it again with these Rihanna certified Lace Sunglasses:

The $210 Sioux See Through lace specs are edgy, eye catching, and ever so chic:

Do you love?

If so, get yours here.

Lug all your essentials in this red versatile tote from Deena & Ozzy:

With quilt-stitch detailing at the front pocket, organizer pockets, and a magnetic snap tab closure, the bag marries fashion and function. Bonus: It’s only $58!
Get it here:

Happy Monday Bombshells!

So Fashion Week is over and we’re back to our regular fun features! For our Bombshell of the Day we have Michelle from the Empire State, New York:

She says, “I love style! I believe as Ashley Olson once said, ‘You’re either born with a sense of style or you’re not. Either you care or you don’t.’

“….I love to put pieces together and having fun with them, but sometimes I do opt for the simple chic alternative as opposed to a the avant gard due to my busy school schedule.”

“I recently became very successful at vintage shopping and I love it! My wardrobe now consists of many vintage one-of-a-kind pieces, some trendy items, and plenty of basics–you can never have enough timeless / classic basics!”

Ok, you guys have clearly sold me on vintage shopping. I’m going to hit up a few notorious haunts in Paris (and will write you about it!).

Fabulous Michelle is a blogger as well as a stylista. Check out her blog at www.the-hauteness.blogspot.com.

Until then, what do you think of her style?

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.

Begin your transition to fall in style with this $99 Blanket Check Jacket from Talbots:

The charming blazer boasts an edge-stitched notched collar, three quarter sleeves, and goes up to a size 20!

Complement the hot item with these separates:

This week brought out cameos from chic stars on the scene, with Rihanna in a sheer bustier, Halle Berry throwing back to her ‘Boomerang‘ days, and a few Fashion Bomb celebs representing on the red carpet for last night’s Emmy Awards. Let’s take a look!

F bomb fave Rihanna was snapped on her way to Jay-Z’s 40/40 club in New York in a sheer bustier and patterned leggings, topped off with a white roomy jacket and gray suede booties.  I think that if Rih opted to belt her jacket instead of having it fly open, the outfit could’ve actually been hot! But the exposed lingerie like sheer top and tight lycra pants? Hmm…

Halle Berry excited eager fans out in California, harkening back to her younger days with a cropped cut and one shoulder pale peach sundress. The simple outfit, set off by a roomy bag and gladiator sandals, is chic enough to look saucy yet still appropriate for a mature mom. Hot!

The fellas came out for Floyd Mayweather’s fight afterparty in Vegas with Ray J, Tyrese, Diddy, and more feting the boxing star in sharp suits and crisp shirts. From Tyrese’s casually cool black polo button down to Diddy’s pressed gray number and silver sheen tie, the guys are representing for this weekend’s style roundup. Hot!

Over at the Nokia Theatre in L.A., beauty Vannessa Williams stunted on the carpet for the 61st Emmy Awards. She chose a teal Rafael Cennamo gown with a fitted silk bodice for the occasion, accenting her look with a large diamond earrings and a simple black clutch. Curled, windswept hair and bold makeup complete the hot look.

Lastly, “Keeping up with the Kardashians” costars Kim and Kourtney Kardashian also went for floor length and flowing for the Emmy’s with Kim in a hot one shoulder pink gown and pregnant Kourtney in a strapless eggplant stunner. The girls have a natural beauty that is only amplified by well edited dresses, simple diamonds, and slick hairstyles. Hot!
What do you guys think?