Congrats to Fashion Bombshell Marie, winner of our Motions contest, who correctly guessed that the name of the iconic hairstyle (and actress) below is none other than:
…Bo Derek!
Marie was jet-setting when we contacted her so we couldn’t get a pic, but she did share her most regrettable hair experience with us: “I’d read somewhere that garlic oil is a great natural solution for hair that sheds. So I decided to invent my own concoction by leaving pealed garlic in olive oil over night. The next day, I deep-conditioned my hair with the oil under heat but must not have washed well enough because I spent the day smelling like garlic bread sticks. I stopped the home-made madness after that and now always go out of my way to make sure I rinse my hair well when I wash!”
You’re not alone–I had a similar experience with egg whites…
Thanks to everyone who played. We had over 70 entries…phew!
Thank you, too, to our friends at Motions! Check out their site for more information about their all-natural Marula line of products.
~Adriana Source
Today the Fashion Bomb adds another superstar to its glittering roster of Breaking into Fashion alumni with exceedingly fabulous designer…
…Rachel Roy!
The Seaside, California native has been producing exquisite collections for years, and recently launched a diffusion line, Rachel Rachel Roy, for Macy’s. Chic, accomplished, and full of wisdom, she took a few moments to tell you aspiring designers how to break into the business.
Roy first knew she wanted to design at the young age of 8. She remembers, “I was back-to-school shopping and realized I hated the selection I had to choose from…I wanted to do something about it myself.” She became involved in fashion as a teen (her first job was in retail at age 14), but she didn’t start designing until later.
She said, “I went to a Christian college where all my family members went, but it unfortunately did not offer design. Upon graduation I came to New York City to work as a stylist. I interned wherever I could and always surrounded myself with fashion. Finally, in 2006 I was able to launch my own collection.”
Rachel by Rachel Roy for Macy’s
Rachel Roy Spring 2009
When designing, the mother of two has many muses. “I am inspired by so many things: people who love design, those who wear clothing in distinctive fashions, bright colors, the ever-changing weather and the way the light changes with it, the multitude of cultures that co-exist in the world, women’s stories of strength in difficult times–and the list goes on.”
Aside from her designing acumen, Rachel Roy is a certified fashionista. To get a pulled together look, Rachel contends every girl should own, “A great flat, sexy yet strong heels, a cardigan that can double as a jacket, a perfectly worn-in brown leather belt, and the perfect trench.”
For future designers, she advises, “Intern, intern, intern at as many houses as possible… you will pick up something valuable wherever you are. Also, if you can’t balance the business side of the profession, you won’t be successful… business tools are imperative.“
In closing she says, “Keep trying for what you love. Never give up… success can come at any age. And most importantly, do not worry about failing…mistakes are a prerequisite for success.“
Vuitton here with another trend report that’s sure to have some heads turning in admiration (or envy). They say that the way to a man’s heart is through his stomach, but for the ladies, it’s jewelry. So we lined up some pieces for you fashionistas who want to garner some attention this summer!
First up, Statement Necklaces:
Whether you plan to glam it up like Beyonce, or go for more of a rocker-chic look like Rih Rih, there’s something for everyone’s taste!
Next up, Chunky Bangles:
Stack em up or go for a large cuff in metallic or an animal print. Chunky Bangles are great with maxi dresses or as an accent to a tank and shorts.
Bomb girls Keri and Ashanti keep it hot with their fab Oversized Earrings:
From chandeliers to large vintage studs, you’re sure to stay on course with these pieces.
And lastly, don’t be afraid to bling it on with a Poppin’ Ring:
Whether cocktail rings are your taste or you like to keep it quirky like our girl Solange in her Melody Ehsani creations, a funky bauble can amp up any outfit.
If you lusted over last seasons hottests booties, take heart!
Luichiny, the creator of some fierce YSL caged lookalikes, have also come out with an *ahem* lower priced version of Balenciaga’s Escarpin Booties:
Get a Dawn Richard/Ciara look…
…for only $44!
Hmm, is Luichiny the Forever 21 of the shoe world? Take a look:
Definitely see traces of YSL, Pour la Victoire, and more. Hmm…
Rihanna was spotted out and about in a cute Alexander Wang One Shoulder Goddess Dress:
$595 is quite a bit for a little black dress, but the design is endlessly sexy and versatile. Splurge on the frock, then save on Rihanna like accessories:
WWD reports that Karl Lagerfed is shooting Naomi Campbell in Moscow for a V Magazine Spread:
Karl told WWD, “I like imagination and the way I think things could be, had been or should be better than reality. You’re never disappointed by your imagination, but you can be very disappointed by reality.”
Adriana put in a special request for this song by up and coming group Nola Darling:
Hailing from both coasts, the NYU Tisch School of Drama grads combine a tongue-in-cheek sensibility with innovative beats and a fresh image to produce their one-of-a-kind sound.
Intrigued? Take a look at their myspace page at www.myspace.com/whoisnoladarling or listen to their mixtape here.
Our Style Files are famous for highlighting celebrity fashion transitions, but we’re serving you a lil’ sumthin’ different today on Beauty Tuesday!
Hairstyles date photos just as much as a pair of FUBU jeans can, and celebs don’t have the luxury (like us) to hide those old pics with “forgettable” hair experiments. Some stars, though, ushered in their own styles that inspired wildfire-like trends. Check out the roundup below! Halle Berry
Before Hurricane Chris, “The Halle Berry” referred to the star’s iconic short ‘do by the same name. Although Halle’s experimented with long hair in the past few years, she always seems to come back in some way, shape, or form to the pixie cut that sent so many of us running to our stylist’s chair for copycat looks when it first debuted! Box Braids
Although the hood’s been doing box braids for years, it took stars like Brandy, Janet Jackson, and Yo-Yo to bring the trend to the forefront of the mainstream. Salt-N-Pepa
S-N-P deserve a category of their own for *all* of the various hairstyles they’ve rocked throughout the years, everything from braids, to asymmetrical ‘dos, to finger waves, to styles there’s not even a name for (what do you call Pep’s creation with the dookie braid above, in the yellow leather??). Natural Locks
It’s no coincidence that the women above (Kelis, Erykah Badu, and Jill Scott) have strong personalities and rock the natural: it’s a style that’s as much a personal statement as it is a trend. Shaved Sides
Kelis is at the forefront of so many trends (beauty or otherwise), and she rocked the shaved side way before the current crop (no pun) of edgy gals (Rihanna, Cassie, Nicole of NINA SKY), but if we have to take it way back, then credit is really due to the groundbreaking Grace Jones for being one of, if not the, first to rock a female fade.
Bombshells, you can win the above line of Motions’ All-Natural Marula haircare products–just be the first person to e-mail us with the correct answer to the following question:
