Hey Fashion Bombers!

So usually, we give you guys a rundown of all the trends that are a hot this season, but today I’m going to take a different approach and tell you what trends to stay away from.  Heck, some of them shouldn’t have even see the light of the day!

First up…jeans with distracting embroidery:

There are a ton of ways to gain attention by what you wear.  This, however, is not one of them.  Most of the time, the people behind you will be staring at your backside, but probably not in the way that you want them to.

Speaking of distracting designs…

Tops with tattoo designs are out…officially.  It shouldn’t be one’s aim to want to look like the Pirates of the Caribbean trilogy threw up on them.

Next,  neck scarves for guys:

I have to admit that I wanted one when they first came out, but I never got around to getting one.  Just as well, since everyone and their grandparents have one!  They’ve been around for about 2 years now, so it’s pretty safe to say that this trend is done.

There are heels with a pointed toe, then there are these…

You have to admit that these shoes are deeply unattractive and can most certainly be mistaken for weapons.  Some women may be able to pull these off under wide-leg trousers for a work-appropriate ensemble.  But there are many who wear these bad boys with short shorts and dressy tops in the clubs.  Definitely not a good look.

While we’re on the topic of fugly shoes…

What’s so bad is that I see shoes like these in just about every shoe store I go to!  Can you blame me for not wanting my shoes to resemble an oversized elf’s footwear?

And last, because this one NEVER gets old…

Where to begin? All my college students know that it wouldn’t be college unless we saw at least 3 girls rocking the sweatpants in the Uggs.  It’s cool if it actually snows where you are, but if these are still on after 2 PM, then that’s just a huge no-no, no matter how much mascara you have on.

So what do you guys think?  Did I miss anything?

~Vuitton

Make Fetch Happen has scans of Arlenis Sosa in a new German Vogue spread called “Magic Black”:

See the rest here.

As I was staring at Beyonce’s Balmain jacket yesterday, I started to reflect on how so many old trends have become new again.
From Bey’s Michael Jackson inspired steeze…

To Fashionistas profiling in modernized hammer pants…

From trendsetters like Rihanna channeling Prince…

To Kanye West borrowing from 80’s classics to begin new movements…

What other trends and celebs give you deja vu?

With all this talk of Hammer Pants, it’s only right to take a look at the man who started it all:

Check out the fashion in this video!

Hammer Pants can come back, but the spandex shorts can stay in the 90’s!

Whoever else stood in front of the TV doing the hammer dance? Oh, just me…?

So I’m in Chicago and it’s cold!!! I wish I had brought along a leather jacket, like this Alice + Olivia Bree Bomber:

At $697 it’s quite a splurge, but you can’t put a price on warmth!

Now, where can I find some cute threads in the Chi?

Bomb favorite Solange was in SoHo yesterday making her debut as the spokesperson for The Body Shop and MTV‘s “‘Yes, Yes, Yes’ to Safe Sex” campaign. And looking quite Hawt while promoting a fabulous cause:

*Loving* the ripped stonewashed jeans, baggy off-the-shoulder tee layered atop a “Yes Yes Yes” tank, and turquoise peep-toe pumps with playful bows. Her peachy glow and natural lip gloss complement the outfit perfectly. I was on my way to cover this for y’all in-person and was delayed, so I missed seeing Solange and her ensemble. 🙁

The event also served as the launch for The Body Shop’s $8.00 “Yes Yes Yes!” Tantalising Lip Butter, partial sales of which will be donated to MTV’s Staying Alive Foundation, a charity that works worldwide to raise HIV and AIDS awareness among young people. Now that’s truly Hot.
Cop a Tantalising Lip Balm of your own here (I’ve used mine about 4 times since yesterday–fab pomegranate-esque scent and light texture, and moisturizes quite well!).
~Adri
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Hey!
So while I was on vacay with my sis, she couldn’t stop talking about Janelle Monae:

Apparently the Bad Boy crooner is initiating a new soul and fashion movement down south, and I figured, why not look at her style?

Janelle makes waves with menswear inspired blazers and neckties, all topped off with her signature pompadour hairstyle.

A fan of the London aesthetic, Janelle favors riding boots, high waisted pants, and crested, tailored jackets worn with simple accessories like button clip on earrings and pearl studs.

For most events, Janelle sticks to classic black and white, down to her Oxfords, socks, and sunglasses…

But brings in splashes of color for more casual commitments with tie neck blouses, scarfs, and vintage handbags.

How cute is she?

Get a Janelle Monae aura with these 12 items:

I actually really like this song by Janelle Monae:

A few lyrics, “Imma let it go!/Gotta leave my worries behind/Gotta take control!/I just came to have a good time!/Imma let it go, no time for stress on my mind!/Imma lettin go!!!!!/ Oooh Im lettin go!”
Love it.

Adriana here, Bombshells, and I’ve been on a serious jewelry kick of late, especially bib necklaces and vintage clip-on earrings. While perusing the wares at Bluefly’s today-only Tax Relief Sale (extra 10% off *everything*), I found these gorgeous, chunky Kenneth Jay Lane resin bangles in a variety of colors for just $25.20 each:

From the top down: 1. Kenneth Jay Lane Yellow Striped Resin Beveled Bangle, $25.20 2. Kenneth Jay Lane Black Circle Beveled Resin Bangle, $25.20 3. Kenneth Jay Lane Turquoise Striped Resin Beveled Bangle, $25.20
With their ethnic-inspired designs, these are right on-trend, and perfect to jazz up jeans and a plain white tee or add flair to an LBD. 😉
~Adri