So after many fits and starts, it seems Honey Magazine is back in Beta:

Their new online home is chock full of fun stuff like Gossip Buzz, Hot Fashion, and Career Tips.

Are you excited about Honey’s new home?

One of my twitter friends Mrs Windy City requested Ciara’s first hit, Goodies, as video of the day:

I love this video!

A few questions/observations:

*What ever happened to Petey Pablo??

*Who knew Monica and Ciara were such good friends? I’ve seen Monica in quite a few Ciara videos.

*Wasn’t Ciara bold for wearing such a hot bathing suit/unitard for her first video? Props!

*Can’t Ciara dance her butt off? She better work!

*I am officially giving the Fashion Bomb Seal of Approval to any Lil Jon & Ciara collabo (That’s Right is one of my favorite work out songs!)

Enjoy!

*If you have any video requests, leave a comment or hit me up on Twitter!

If you loved Teairra Marie’s look from the ASCAP awards after party, but can do without the lacy bra, start with this $1,130 Louis Vuitton Graffiti Bracelet from Eluxury:

Pick between a Louis or Vuitton bracelet or buy the set for $2,260.

Real talk for a sec: a bracelet made out of pewter and resin for $1,000?!? Really??
But hey, if you got it, you got it. Get yours here:

Today I want to introduce you to the designs of Naïka Joizil, a 23-year-old student from Canada who recently started a line called NJoy:

Comprised of feminine, sexy, elegant pieces, Njoy is made for the woman who wants a glamorous yet sweet and classy look:

Right now Naïka is completing her bachelors at l’École Supérieur de Mode de Montreal in Fashion and Management. If you’re interested in seeing more of her hot items, visit her myspace page at www.myspace.com/njoyfashion or join her group on Facebook.

Chrisette Michelle performed yesterday at B.B. King Blues Club in a black ensemble punched up with a cool white jacket and silver accessories:

If you love her look, get it for less with these simply chic items:

Yesterday Michelle Obama chose to wear a $2,000 dress by Sophie Theallet…

…a French designer most notable for using an all black cast in her Spring 2009 ready to wear runway show:

She insisted she wasn’t making a political statement by using all black models, saying in an interview with Style.com’s Laird Borrelli-Persson, “I was thinking about colors, and they look amazing on dark skin, so it came naturally.”

Do you love Michelle Obama’s choice?

Add a dash of exotic flavor to your look with these affordable Animal Print Rings by Blu Bijous:

Accented with an Austrian Crystal Stone, these stunners are a steal at $20 a pop!
Get yours at Max & Chloe!

Hey!

If you’ve ever watched Kimora Lee Simmons’ Life in the Fab Lane, you’re probably familiar with designer Jerome Lamaar Fortez:

A brilliantly creative wunkerkind, Jerome started as an intern at Baby Phat at age 15, and began designing collections by 19.  Now a trend forecaster for the French company Promostyl, the 23-year-old took a bit of time to tell you young hopefuls how you, too, can Break into the Fashion Industry.

Jerome credits his family for his artistic inclinations. He says, “My grandfather was an arts and crafts teacher and photographer. My grandmother was my source of fashion. She taught me how to sew at age 8. She also introduced me to the world of fashion illustration. Everyone told me I drew pictures before I learned to walk…”

“… Later, I entered a specialized High School for Art and Design. While in school I took art courses at Parsons, and later attended the Fashion Institute of Technology (FIT).” Jerome secured his Baby Phat internship due to his talent, drive, and larger than life personality, “In high school I dreamed of working at Baby Phat, and called every day to find out about internships,” he says, “Every time I called, they told me nothing was available.”

He finally wowed the Baby Phat team with an Honors Society project he completed while in high school. “We had to present our portfolios and market research to a group of internship coordinators for houses like Michael Kors and Calvin Klein, ” Jerome explains. His impressive presentation won over his audience. “A lot of designers offered me internships after I presented, but I wanted Baby Phat the most,” he says, “I was so happy when they offered me a position.”

Jerome’s main goal was to design a Baby Phat collection before his 21st birthday, and he reached his objective by age 19. He says, “I wanted it so badly, and thought about it until it manifested itself.” It also didn’t hurt that he impressed his tough-as-nails boss, Kimora, by working hard and staying focused. “I sacrificed a lot! I didn’t go out, and basically went to school, went to work, and went home. I always knew what I wanted.”

He adds, “Kimora is a smart, powerful woman who knows what she wants and how she needs things done in order to achieve success. I watched and learned, did what she did, and stayed humble, always understanding there’s a reason why she’s the boss.”

Now Jerome, who counts Raf Simons, Rick Owens, Tim Hamilton and Brian Wood amongst his favorite designers, works as a trend forecaster and image consultant. ” It’s simply divine,” he says, ” It requires many hours and days of studying and acquiring new information, and that’s the best part about my new career.” In five years he says, “I see myself with my own successful accessories collection. In 10 years, I’d like to host a fashion television show and travel the world.” He definitely has the style and charisma to pull anything off!

In parting, he advises young designers to, “Know what you want and focus your energy. Your goals are very important–It’s very easy to get side tracked. Most of all, always believe in your talent, for it has been given to you for a reason. Simply embrace it.”

Wise words! He’s definitely one to watch.

Smootches!

*We’re working on even more Breaking into Fashion Posts. Have a dream job you’d love to know more about? E-mail us and we’ll do our best to get you the bomb info!

*Read more about Jerome’s style and interests in this interview with hot website Modamouth. All kinds of fierce!

These beauties are the perfect accessory to glam up your look:

Designed for the Zac Posen’s Spring ’09 show, you know they cost a little more than your average chandelier earrings.  Ringing in at $320, these stunners certainly make a financial and fashionable statement.
Check them out here.

Say what you want about Naomi Campbell, but you can’t deny chick is fly! She shines on one of 6 V Magazine Swimsuit covers looking svelte, vibrant, and playful in bunny ears, a bowtie, and strapless swimsuit:

Chanel Iman is also featured in an upcoming article where she talks about her new found love for acting and her mentor, Tyra Banks:

She says, “Acting. That’s my new project.  I have an amazing coach in LA and I’ve been out on auditions.  Hopefully you’ll see me in a couple of things soon.“About Tyra she says, “She’s my mentor.  She’s doing her thing, and I’m so proud of her.  I think she’s proud of me too.” I’m happy Tyra went the anti Naomi route and supported her young colleague instead of competing against her!

Read the rest of Chanel’s article in the next V Magazine. I think I’ve found a new fashion love!