Janet Jackson appears on the October cover of Harper’s Bazaar:
Inside, she talks with Laura Brown about how she’s been coping with her brother’s death:
She says, “”I’ve been doing okay…Work helps focus all of that energy on something that is of value to you.” She’s just back from vacation, a princely three days on a beach. “It was the first time I had to myself since Michael passed, the first time I could get away since all of that.”
Read more here.
Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week starts tomorrow…
….and Adriana and I can’t wait to bring you the best from the tents!
Here are a few things we’re looking forward to this season
1. Fashion’s Night Out
More than 700 designers and brands are offering discounts, music, and entertainment in an all night party designed to stimulate the fashion economy. While Adriana is deciding between Andre Leon Talley’s Live Fashion Quiz Show at Bergdorf Goodman or Anna Wintour’s autograph signing at Queen’s Center Macy’s, I’ll be making rounds from Pieces Boutique in Brooklyn to Rachel Roy’s Pop Up Store Blow Out with Estelle. Wherever you choose to go, fashion will be running in the streets. We can’t wait!
2. Real Tent Style
Some of the best fashion can be seen off the runway as fashionistas and fashionistos adorn themselves in the most creative ways. I’ll be there with my Canon and Flip Video to capture it all.
3. Beautiful New Faces
We of course love Chanel, Arlenis, and Sessilee, but it’s also great to see new girls on the block. Be on the lookout this year for Jeneil Williams (left), a 5’9″ stunner who’s made cameos in Teen and Italian Vogue, and Texan R’el Dade who recently debuted on Valentino’s runway.
4. Shows
We’re not 100% sure if Baby Phat is showing this year, but in case Kimora takes a year off to tend to her newborn baby and family, we still have lots of shows to dip into! Adriana and I have been confirmed for BCBG, Herve Leger, Christian Siriano, Nicole Miller, ARISE, and more. While the tents still hold their allure we secretly can’t wait for She by Sheree at the Metropolitan Pavilion. Stay tuned!
5. Parties!
With the MTV Music Awards going down on the 13th, there will be an onslaught of celebrities and paparrazzi flash moments. We hope to report on all the after hours fun bringing you the hottest pix and fashion dish.
What do you look forward to seeing?
Hey Guys!
Today I wanted to tell you about one of Britain’s most fantastic designers, Duro Olowu:
A Nigerian native and UK resident, Duro began his career as a lawyer before trying his hand at design. His vivid prints, bright colors, and expert cuts caught the eyes of US and UK editors, whose praise and exposure eventually helped him secure the ‘Designer of the Year’ award in the 2005 British Fashion Awards.
Most noted for his fearless combination of patterns and fabrics, Olowu flawlessly marries African prints with European tailoring. In his Spring 2009 collection you can find dresses patched together from Parisian silk or Moroccon upholstery, gold lamé and polka dot shifts, and blazers and pants groupings featuring purple, yellow, and teal. Busy tones and designs are calmed down by Olowu’s simple proportions and flattering silhouettes:
Olowu is married to Thelma Golden, Chief Curator and Director of the Studio Museum in Harlem:
Golden’s eye for art and beauty undoubtedly helps inform her husband’s work.
Learn more about Duro on his website, www.duroolowu.com.
Images courtesy of Style.com.
Look who went back to black while spotted in LA!
It’s one of our fave bombshells Kim Kardashian rocking the dark hair again with a hunter green shirt dress, large black tote and signature YSL Tribute Too Platform Pumps.
Love Kim’s chic business-savvy look? Get it for less with the pieces below:
~Vuitton
Hey Bombshells!
Today we have Chastity, a plus size fashionista from my hometown, ATL, GA:
She says, “I am a plus size stylista! In the picture I have on a Jibri purple peplum dress, a pair of green Steve Madden 5inch suede shoes, and a gray conversation piece necklace from Banana Republic. I hope you like!”
I do!
Chastity, you present a flawless example of how fall’s hottest trends can work for women of every shape and size.
Ladies, check out Jibri at www.jibrionline.com.
In the meantime, what do you think of Chastity’s 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.
Hey Guys!
So as you know, Fashion Week begins on September 10th!
This chic outfit is inspired by the upcoming 7 days of fashionable activity:
Any fashion editor will tell you that when all else fails, black on black is always chic. But don’t go for boring! Add a bit of texture to an ebony palette by wearing jackets fringed with feathers, torn, frayed skinny jeans, and over the knee suede black boots:
Be inspired…then create a similar look of your own!
What do you think of this edition of Style Inspiration?
Style Inspiration is a feature showcasing high priced pieces you can use to inspire your style. Be inspired, then search for affordable items that offer the same aura.
Get in a party mood with this pretty in pink dress from faithful Forever 21:
Mix and match with girly accessories for a prim look:
Add a bit of pizzazz to your average pumps with these $120 Michelle Heels by shoe brand Jeffrey Campbell:
The ruffles and one of a kind heel make these black peep toes unquestionably fierce!
Get yours at Karmaloop.com.
Artist Kid Cudi collaborated with streetwear brand Bathing Ape to produce this fun graphic t-shirt:
The cotton creation features a 2-d Kid Cudi and Bape’s Baby Milo.
Guys, if you love this shirt, it will be available just in time for Fashion Week! Get yours September 10th at Bape’s NYC Store at 91 Greene Street.
Hey!!
So I was sooo excited to find out The Fashion Bomb won Judges’ Vote for Best Style & Fashion Blog in the Black Weblog Awards!!!
Yes!!!
I was in the middle of watching The September Issue (which I LOVED!) when I received the news via twitter.
All I can say is: THANK YOU. I started the Fashion Bomb as a personal tribute to style three years ago, and nothing feels better than when your efforts are acknowledged!
THANK YOU to the Fashion Bomb team, Adriana, Vuitton, and Eileen, for all your hard work, creativity, and commitment. THANK YOU to my friends and fam for supporting me, offering critiques, and holding me down! And THANK YOU to all my fabulous Bombshells out there reading.
You’re the bomb!
Also, shout out to my fierce and fabulous fellow finalists: Christian from Fresher than Chris, Rae and Gabriel from Stuff Fly People Like, my girls from Black Girl with Long Hair, and popular vote winner, Mane & Chic.
Now off to prepare for Fashion Week…
Smootches!
