Give tribute to MJ in this $80 Sgt. Pepper’s Jacket from Fred Flare:

If military’s not your style, take your pick from any of these Jackson inspired jackets:

See more Michael Jackson inspired style on AOL Black Voices!

When I was a young bombshell, I was a huge fan of Michael Jackson. I remember dancing with my mom and brother to the Thriller album in our Living Room, loving the moment so much that I even immortalized it for the ages, proudly holding up the cover as a testament:

Since then, I feel like I’ve grown up with Michael.
I remember when “Bad” debuted on NBC, watching crazed fans scream “He Waved to Me!!” on tributes, and even when “Black or White” and “Scream” came out.
What are you fave MJ memories?

Picture courtesy of Jennifer Newton

I went on WireImage.com, and caught pictures of fans mourning and celebrating Michael Jackson’s life and career:

UCLA Hospital in Los Angeles, California

BJ Mason, 18, dances and fans gather in front of the former childhood home of Pop Star Michael Jackson in Gary, Indiana
More pictures to come…
Photos: WireImage.com

For those who are yearning for our regular fare, we did solve a handful of Mail Bombs for ya!
First it seems everyone is going to Beyonce’s concert!

Sam from Miami says, “I’ll be attending Beyonce’s concert this summer and I have no idea what to wear and what kind of look I want to go for? Every time I go to shop I ask myself should I wear heels? Flats? Sneakers? Jeans? Pants? Cute girly top? Or a graphic tee? I’m so confused can you set me up with a look i can mimic for the concert?!”
Hey Sam! You should definitely go with flats and jeans, as you’ll most likely be standing up and dancing a lot of the night and you want to be comfortable! As for what you’ll wear on top, you can go for girly or graphic depending on your personality…but it’s Beyonce, so get some sparkle going!
Try these:

Jamaka says, “I am in DESPERATE need of these shoes or something similar!!! I cannot afford the Chanel version (obviously ), but I would love to have a pair of these!!! Can you please help me???!!!!!!!”

Adriana says, “No knockoffs that I could find just yet, but if a gun heel is what you’re craving, here are a couple of options way below Chanel price“:

Lastly, Necole says, “I need your help…so here goes! Ok, I bought some denim leggings from Aldo today and I need ideas on how to wear them. I gotta stop the impulse purchases LOL!”
Adriana says, “Congrats on the purchase! I’m a fan of leggings, and an even bigger fan of “classing them up” with bold flats, over-the-bum-tunics and tees, and smart boyfriend jackets. Here are some suggestions in that vein:”

That does it for today!
If we didn’t get to your question today, check back next week when we’ll be back to our normal schedule.

The Fashion Bomb isn’t the only one giving Michael his style props!

*Glamour Magazine looks at Michael’s 8 most memorable fashion moments.

*Womens Wear Daily dubs Michael a Style Icon, and concedes that it was his influence behind the celebrity fueled Balmain military jacket trend (not the Beatles as they stated here).

*Stuff Fly People Like call Michael the “Baddest, freshest, dopest of them all.“

*And Abby of Fashionista says, “To be frank, I was completely in love with Michael Jackson.”

This and many more web responses to come!

Studded blazers seem to be all the rage since Balmain’s Spring 09 collection, but judging from their whopping price tags, it wouldn’t be too soon before the “inspiration” kicked in.  Enter Zara’s studded blazer.  Apart from the difference in texture with Balmain’s being leather and the difference in studs, they’re pretty similar.  But I must say that Zara did a pretty neat job, both with tailoring and pricing it heaps lower than its predecessor.  Too bad Zara doesn’t have an online store.  Money aside, which do you prefer?

~Vuitton

*Stiletto Jungle found cream eyeshadow the really doesn’t crease.
*All About the Pretty gives us what’s in her Beach Bag this week.
*Enter All Lacquered Up’s giveaway and you could win bottles of Chanel Cosmic Violine and Mica Rose nail polish.

*Allie is Wired has crazy celebrity teeth transformations.
*Bag Bliss suggests a money-saving idea: How to Host Your Own Clothes Swap Party
*Bag Snob exclusive: Speedy Sequin from Louis Vuitton, Snob or Slob?

*Beauty Snob Falls for Bobbi Brown Fall Nudes collection!
*Coquette dishes on UK’s vending machine flats from Rollasole to save your tired clubbing stiletto-wearing feet.
*Fashion Pulse Daily picks its canvas favorites for June, ranging from hats to bags and shoes!
*Check out Second City Style’s recent ‘He Said/She Said’ about the recent ripped denim trend.
*Shopping and Info loves the Chanel nautical stripe worn by Claudia Schiffer and Sienna Miller.
*Going away for the weekend? Find out what to pack at StyleBakery.com
*Stylehive has rounded up our favorite bright and colorful pairs of sunglasses, perfect for the brighter days ahead..

*The Beauty Stop reports on the to-be-released Twilight Beauty Makeup from the makers of DuWop.
*The Daily Obsession brings you the chicest finds under $50.
*The Jet Set Girls visit the Barbie Suite at the Palms Las Vegas.
*The Shoe Goddess is completely enamored with these super hot Giuseppe Zanotti platform boots!
*TheMakeupGirl visits the Ritz Carlton Spa in Marina Del Rey and has the best massage ever….
*V-Style discovers an unexpected skin care product in extra virgin olive oil.
*eye4style gets glossy at Dashing Diva..

There weren’t a ton of events this week–perhaps the celebs are saving their energy for this weekend’s BET awards?

At any rate, there were a few instances of chic:

It’s hard to choose, but Tamia (top row middle) gets my vote. Nothing looks cooler than a summer fedora and white shorts suit!

What do you think?

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We’ve professed our love of Tracee Ellis Ross‘ style on the FB before but I especially love how she puts her summer evening looks together: chic, uncomplicated, and with a touch of the bohemian and vintage.

I especially *heart* that she’s feminine without being frou-frou (girl after my own heart), and for summer that can be hard to pull off in the sea of ruffles, flowers, and pink that accompany the season. She seems to prefer abstract yet clean lines, vibrant prints that catch the eye instead of overwhelm it, and strategically placed pops of color that make you look twice. It’s a cultivated, smart, signature style all her own (it probably didn’t hurt having Mama Diana’s closet to learn from growing up). 😉

Channel Tracee’s sophisticated summer sensibility with any of these pieces, *almost* all for under $100!

~Adriana