Hey Bombshells!

So Father’s Day is coming up this Sunday June 21st:

If you haven’t run to the mall to get your Dad a gift, try one of these 25 recession friendly options under $50:

Get your shine on in this Swarovski encrusted minaudiere by Sylvia Toledano:

The clutches’ stylized multicolored peacock feather glitters against a smoky topaz-hued pavé background, providing a dash of drama to any evening outfit. $1,400 buys you a purse fully covered in Austrian crystals; perhaps the glittering pen and detachable silvertone chain justify the price?
It comes in blue and pink at Vivre:

Hey!

In case some of you are missing NYC street style, we’ve collaborated with cool college site Street Spotted (www.street-spotted.com) to bring you a bit of USA flavor!

Today they give us a picture of Rachel and Victoria, two friends who are currently doing Parson’s intensive summer program in the city:

Rachel (left) mixes high and low, rocking an Urban Outfitters Jacket and Century 21 dress with Stuart Weitzman flats and a Marc Jacobs bag. Victoria on the right is the definition of recessionista chic in American Apparel and Urban Outfitters.
What do you think of their street style?

Smootches!

Read more about their outfits here.

Finally got a chance to peep the video for this hot new single by Cassie:

I’m actually happy that Cassie is back on the scene.
Crossing my fingers she can knock it out the park with a live performance to secure her comeback!

Step out on a date night in this elegant pair of $89 Nina Elga Pumps:

The t-strap ruffle sandals are made out of 100% fabric, meaning lots of comfort while you dance the night away. Wear a cute nail color to add to its allure.

On Sunday night, I made my way to SoHo to view the “Valentino: The Last Emperor” screening at the Angelika. I was super-excited about the film and hoped I’d get to chat up ALT himself, who hosted a Q&A right after the movie. Lo and behold…

If I look shell-shocked, that’s because I was! Mr. Talley was gracious enough to pose for a pic but, alas, was in too much of a rush after the event ended to give a Fashion Bomb exclusive. Maybe next time…
“Valentino: The Last Emperor” is sumptuous: chock-full of laughs, tears, and fabulous fashion. It revolves around the deisgner’s relationship with his longtime partner, Giancarlo Giammetti, as well as his retirement in 2007. Cameos galore and and an inside look at how Valentino plies his craft and managed to stay at the top of his game for 45 years. A *must-watch* for stylephiles!

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I know I have some bags that could use more than a little TLC!

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Hey Y’all,
So a few days ago Essence.com contacted me about taking street style pictures for their site:

I had a super tight deadline and it was raining like *crazy*, but I did manage to find a few urban fashionistas!

Log onto www.essence.com to check out my handy work.

Leave comments!

Red Carpet Fashion Awards noted that Rihanna and Beyonce seem to be taking style notes from each other, sporting Matthew Williamsom’s gathered leather coat on different occasions:

Rihanna fashioned the coat into a dress for an NYC outing late last month while Beyonce chose to rock the trench with a dress and wedge heels.
Who wore it better?

See more at Red Carpet Fashion Awards

Step out this weekend with this $20 sequined gold mini clutch by Savanna:

Put your lipgloss, cards, and keys in the glittering bag, then drape it across your body for hands free fun!

Wear with the following for a perfect Friday night club look: