Go for a cute, feminine look with this $185 white jersey asymmetric mini dress with contrast navy ruffle trim from T-Bags:

Pair with navy and gold accessories for a hot summer steeze:

Dope site Upscale Hype has the scoop on a hot new style of sunglasses:

…Mosley Tribes x Crooks & Castles Castellanos.

The $250 shades are a fave amongst rap stars like Jay-Z and Fabolous, who rock the specs in black and white:

Find more info at www.mosleytribes.com or www.crooksncastles.com.

Elicit oohs and aahs from onlookers with this $38 Fireworks Necklace from Anthropologie:

Match with a subdued white tank dress and oversized shades for a celebratory look:

Hey Guys!

Welcome to another week of Fashion Bomb reader fabulousness!
Today, we’re featuring Zeina, a bombshell from Miami, Florida by way of Zimbabwe. She says, “I’m a Music major turned fashion merchandising major. I was born in Harare, Zimbabwe and we African women LOVE to look good!”

She continues, “People always want to highlight the bad things about Africa, but don’t realize a lot of fashion comes from there! If you go to South Africa, the men and women are so creative in their style mixing classic pieces with items of the moment. In Western Africa like Nigeria and Senegal the women look good even if just going to the market decked out in beautiful real gold  jewelry and traditional garments! I swear whenever I go home I’m in a fashion show!“

Sounds cool–makes me want to travel to Africa and look around!

In the meantime, 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 Fashion Bombshell of the Day Picture to thefashionbomb@gmail.com.

This weekend was all about the grown and sexy, and we’re featuring quite a few fab women who show us how to grow gracefully fashion-wise! Let’s take a look?

Gal-about-town Genevieve Jones popped up at Columbia Records’ All Points West afterparty in a short tank jumper paired with mid-calf suede boots. Loving her bronze glow and loose, wavy locks but I’m not a convert yet to the whole “boots in summer” movement and this outfit seems a little too off-kilter and unexciting, Hmm…

The hardest working woman in showbiz, Beyoncé, opened the Las Vegas leg of her tour this weekend at the Wynn and used the chance to showcase some new Sasha Fierce threads. The structured jacket piece worn over a blue-grey leotard looks quite similar to one of the silhouettes she rocked in the “Diva” video, which I love for the dramatic take it gives on her natural hourglass shape, and the pop of red lipstick and tilted eyeline only enhances the dramatic look–loves. Mrs. Carter keeps giving ’em major fashion on this tour…

Ageless wonder and R&B star Chilli attended NBAF’s Midsummer Gala in the ATL wearing a darling little halter maxi dress with paisley print. Her simple wavy hair and thong sandals are subtle enough to let the dress make most of her fashion statement yet lend the outfit a casual-cool edge. Quite cute for the former TLC member!

Normally, I’m not a huge fan of Vivica Fox’s style but I must say that with this outfit, homegirl is giving lessons on how to be in your 40s and fab, which she celebrated at her birthday party in Toronto this weekend. Her tangerine baby-doll dress is the perfect combo of flirty and sexy, not to mention her fab tribal platforms and coordinated gold jewelry. Liking her tumble of long curls and warm peachy makeup, too–nicely done for Ms. Fox…

Speaking of ageless wonders, Ms. Jodi Watley gave a concert at B.B. King’s in NYC this weekend looking fabulous. A little Vegas, a little Studio 54, with a pop of “Breakfast at Tiffany’s” thrown in (that glove and bracelets!), she sparkled in a sequin top, body-hugging Lycra pants, and her trademark oversize hoops. Loved her back when she was Lookin’ for a New Love and love her now–fierce!

Christina Milian kept the sequin trend going at the “Bring It On: Fight to the Finish” premiere in a slinky mini caftan number with a colorful graphic design. Again, here’s a great example of allowing a flashy piece to speak for itself and striking a balance with subtle pieces: her basic black pumps, sleek hair, and strategic pop of pink add dimension to the outfit without overwhelming her centerpiece, the dress. Sweet style for La Milian 🙂
What say y’all, Bombshells?
~Adri

Hey!!
Today I wanted to wish a Happy Belated Birthday to our BOMB reporter, Vuitton:

He razzled and dazzled you guys during our intern contest, and has shown amazing innovation and creativity with his Rip the Runway posts and styling articles. He became one year wiser and more fabulous on Saturday, and we’re so happy he’s on our team!

Let’s all wish him a Happy Belated Birthday!

Hey!

So in my travels, I run into several friendly people, including Dana, a customer service rep from LAX. We started chatting while waiting for our plane, and in our convo she confessed her love of this song, Too Late by One Republic featuring Timbaland:

This song speaks to a situation she’s going through. I personally love the beat Timbaland threw on this ballad–this song is one of his greatest collaborations outside of the typical ‘hip-hop’ genre.

Enjoy!

For this edition of ‘Rip the Runway’ we’re featuring Bottega Veneta’s Impero Satin Clutch and Kate Spade’s Cozumel Eglantine:

It’s hard to tell who inspired whom, but the similarities are evident with both styles’ woven pattern and gold clasps.  While Bottega Veneta’s Miniaudiere rocks it with satin, Kate Spade’s Cozumel Eglantine is made of woven rattan.

Both hot purses, but Kate Spade wins with a price tag of $244. Get yours here:

~Vuitton

Cypher from NYC!

This young mommy won you over by a landslide, taking 53% of all your votes.

When she first submitted her picture, she didn’t mention her name, so I went by her e-mail, which included the word Cypher. Turns out this bombshells’ name is actually Stacey and she hails from Brooklyn….. Thanks for your submission!

Stay tuned this week for even more Fashion Bomb Reader Fabulousness!

Hey guys!
So my vacation is officially ON and I’m ready to catch up with my peeps! Mail Bombs will be short but sweet:)
First, Nikki says, “Rihanna’s shoes in this pic are the BUSINESS!”

“Can you please tell me who designed them?“
According to Natasha of the YBF, Rih Rih is rocking a pair of Azzedine Alaia $1,943 Python Bell sandals:

If you need Rihanna’s total look for less, check out my post about her on AOL Black Voices!

Next, Silvia says, “Have you seen Mary J. Blige in this new AT&T commercial?“

“She has a gorgeous grey shawl at the end which converts to a hood. Do you have any idea who the designer is, or if anyone else is making something similar?”
What a cute commercial! Not sure of who the exact designer is, but you can get Mary’s look with this $168 Juicy Couture Oversized Wrap Cardigan:

The ribbed shawl collar can be pulled up into a hood for a similar MJB steeze.

Leah says, “I’m feeling this jumper Fergie is wearing in this pic!”

“…The bold prints & colors make it pop and it’s different from a lot of jumpers I’ve seen. Who makes it?“

Fergie is rocking a romper by Fashion Bomb friend, Boxing Kitten:

Pieces range in price from $75-$275. Visit www.boxingkitten.com for more info (and read this vintage FB post about the brand here).

Now for a few wardrobe queries!

Leona says, “My BFF is getting married in September and all of us bridesmaids need to wear black dresses. I hadn’t found one I love… until I peeped Emma Watson’s Harry Potter London Premiere dress! “

“..Its a vintage Ozzie Clark dress that is bad to the bone… and way out of my price league!! Could you help me find a similar style in a basic black? The wedding pics will thank you!!”
Adriana found this option for your big day:

Ashley says, “Help! I bought these shorts for my Birthday party…”

“…Please help me assemble some party looks that work well with the shorts!”
Vuitton says, “I pieced together a look for you that will make those shorts pop–hope you like it!”

Lastly, Cindy says, “I am a 20 year old Nursing student (only one more year left aoowwwwwwwwww!). I consider myself a rather fashionable sort, but as a college student, I have to find ways to be fabulous on a budget. Most of the time I can work it out, but one particular item has managed to elude me : open toe booties. I looooove these kind of shoes, but I can’t seem to find any that are in my budget, ($50 bucks and below- – especially below!) Could you please use your sleuthing skills to help me out?“

Hey Cindy! We, too, had a bit of trouble finding cute open toes booties under $50! We found plenty of options under $100…if you’re willing to spend about $5-$30 more, you can get the look:

I’m off to max and relax. Have amazing weekends, we’ll see you on Monday.

Smootches!