Obama: Front Page News
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Michelle Obama’s Victory Dress
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First Lady Outfit Ideas: Michelle Obama
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Yooooooooooooooooo!!!!!!!!
So I’m checking my CNN from Paris, and I see headlines!
Headlines like ‘Change has come to America‘ and ‘Obama claims Historic Presidential Win.“
Yes!
Yes!
Yes we DID!!!!!!
We at The Fashion Bomb are no stranger to politics or fashion, and of course had to bless this day with a post not about Obama, but about his fly wife, Michelle:
Just like Barack’s changed the game in politics, Michelle’s style has completely redefined First Lady chic. Her bold-colored sheaths, flip hairdo, and funky accessories broadcast that it’s OK to be trendy, creative, and a little edgy:
Michelle’s calendar will now be chock-full of events (and will require more wardrobe changes than a Mimi concert!). So we here at the FB have done our patriotic duty and rounded-up a few outfit suggestions for First Lady Obama–don’t y’all just love how that sounds? We’re political, funky, fly: check what we came up with:
1. Black Halo Keyhole Ruffle Sleeve Sheath in Ash, $345. 2. J.Crew Cashmere Schoolgirl Cardigan, $175. 3. Brian Atwood Tonya Patent Platforms, $650. 4. J.Crew Quilted Patent Leather Quincy Hobo, $298. 5. White House Black Market Adorned Tweed Jacket, $198. 6. Tracy Reese Trapunto Waist dress, $266.
And don’t forget about the parties: SHUT IT DOWN:
1. Oscar de la Renta Silk Faille Embroidered Dress, $4,990. 2. Banana Republic Jeweled Rolled Clutch, $120. 3. Roberto Cavalli Embellished Cocktail Ring, $370. 4. Miu Miu Paillette Embellished Pumps, $650. 5. Vera Wang Jacquard Draped Long Gown, $3,870. 6. Christian Louboutin Very Brode Pumps, $1,095.
Bisous!
*And we’ve been great since January ’08. Check this Style File on Michelle Obama!
Wednesday Video: Obama Victory Speech
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Peep pictures and more at www.theybf.com!
Fashion Internships Galore!
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The good news keeps rolling in!
Hmmm, not quite sure why Fashionista.com gets all the internship scoops, but no matter! From their mouths to your ears, a few internship opps in NYC. Apply! Apply! Apply! There’s no other way into the industry (and if Barack can be President, you can break into fashion):
1. New York Model Management needs interns, and they need them fast.
They have openings in men’s, women’s, art, and require two to three days a week. According to Fashionista, “Responsibilities will include updating model portfolios, assisting with the building of show packages, coffee runs, etc.” Send your resume and cover letter to women@newyorkmodelmanagement.com.
2. GQ…
…is looking for, “motivated, detail oriented and incredibly organized students to help out in the fashion closet and different editorial departments.” It’s unpaid, but you can get school credit! Send your resume plus just one paragraph on why you’d be perf to gqfashion_intern@yahoo.com.
3. Last but not least: WWD is looking for ‘terns!
Ahem, “If you’re a student, grad or under, who can work two to five days a week from 10 to 6 who is motivated, organized and takes initiative, who loves fashion, (not just shopping) and you’re looking for a way into the industry, they might want you.” Send your resume and cover letter to WWDInterns@gmail.com. You must be available for an in person interview in NYC.
No More Excuses ladies (and gents)!!!!
Go out and get yours!
Pink Cherie Election Day Contest!!!
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Hey Guys!
So how does it feel over there on Election Day?!?! Are you excited? Je suis tres jalouse, but trust, I made it to Fedex yesterday, and indicated to the man who helped me that my vote must get in *today*. He assured me all was fine before saying, “Gobama!” The French are alll about our boy!
To celebrate this historic day, the Fashion Bomb is having a contest of sorts! Send me pix of your voting day ‘fit, or a pic after you’ve just finished voting…the ‘winner’ will get this pair of Bell Gold Earrings from Fashion Bomb contest sponsor Pink Cherie:
..and a Fashion Bomb T! E-mail me your pictures here.
Show me what ya got! Winners will be announced by the end of the week.
And in case ya didn’t know: YES WE CAN!!! I’ll be up late at an American bar somewhere watching the results. Fingers crossed!
If you need an extra incentive, Starbucks is giving you one:
Having drama at the polls? Call 1-866-Our-Vote.
If you’ve coveted Beyoncé’s, Zoe Saldana’s, or Kelly Rowland’s makeup lately, chances are Jackie Gomez‘s talented brush created that fabu look!
Jackie, whose clients have also included Jennifer Lopez, Ciara, and R&B ingenue Natasha, took a sec from her hectic schedule (she was prepping for none other than Bee when we connected) to share makeup tips and how she rose in the biz.
Jackie began at 19 by assisting as many established makeup artists as she could, and credits her “drive and ambition” as motivation to start booking her own jobs. “As a Latina, I know the importance of loving one’s exotic features and use that, along with makeup, to make women feel and look amazing.”
Jackie recommends that you “practice makeup all the time–the more you do it the better it becomes.” She also stresses the importance of apprenticing, keeping an eye towards striking out on your own, and being confident enough to develop your own style!
She also brought it with a few makeup pointers! Here are her Top 5 Makeup Tips:
1. Eyes should be flirtatious and gorgeous, so have fun! Lashes look best when they’re darker than eyebrows, and several coats of mascara will give you a false lash effect.
2. Keep eyebrows in their place: your eyes need a frame to appear balanced. Tip: use a stencil for a perfect brow.
3. Blush is very important! It sculpts the face and gives it life. Go for a bronzer with a peachy blush for a sexy glow.
4. Foundations are meant to even out your skin, and they should be a little more yellow than pink for a flawless tone.
5. To prevent eyeliner from running, go over it with a cotton swab dipped in dark eyeshadow.
Did I mention that she’s also a favorite of the guys? John Legend, Marc Anthony, the Clipse, and Hurricane Chris are fans!
And you know I had to get the 411 on her favorite makeup things:
1. Tarte Park Avenue Princess Bronzer, $28 2. Korres “Guava” Lip Butter, $9 3. Makeup Forever High Definition Foundation, $40 4. Christian Dior Diorshow Mascara, $24 5. NARS “Crazed” Blush, $25 6. M.A.C Lashes #35, $12
Check out more on Jackie at her site, http://www.jgmakeup.com/!
Adri
Much thanks to Nikki P. 😉
Get ready for yet another reality show! MTV is currently casting for a show, “starring a major fashion mogul, for people 18 and older looking for their big break in the fashion industry.”
MTV is looking for, “Creative, outgoing, self-confident, and TALENTED people who don’t yet have on-the job experience but who are PASSIONATE about fashion, design, sewing, sketching, graphic art, or any other aspect of the fashion business. We’re not just looking for fashionistas or trendspotters; we are also looking for creative thinkers who know how to market, merchandise, and sell a line.” I know some of y’all are shoe ins!
Interested? E-mail mtvfashioncasting@gmail.com for more info!
Rihanna for Gucci Heart Collection
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Check out Gucci’s New Heart ad campaign featuring Rihanna:
VOGUE UK reports that Gucci’s fourth annual campaign will benefit UNICEF, and will include a special white version of its Tattoo Heart Collection. 25 percent of all sales will be donated to organizations that fight for children’s rights globally.
Cute, but white bags scare me! Me + white anything in the winter = disaster!
Real Style: Boulevard Haussmann
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Hey!
So I realized a few days ago that my Absentee Ballot arrived at my permanent address–with the wrong name! For a second I thought I wouldn’t get to vote in this historical election, until a friend told me about an emergency ballot— a form by which expats and military personnel can write in their choice candidates and send it in. On Saturday I quickly filled out my emergency ballot, then raced to the only Fedex in Paris with weekend hours on Boulevard Haussmann…
…a street in the 8th arrondissement that is home to shopping megastores like Les Galeries Lafayette…
…and Au Printemps…
Of course upon arrival at Fedex, I found it was, in very French fashion, closed without reason! Since I had traveled 45 minutes to get there, I decided to chill and look around for some Real Style. I stumbled upon these two friends:
Who stood out to me because of their colorful accessories. The winter doldrums have set in, but these ladies kept it bright with a plum purse on the left, and a metallic jacket and mauve tights on the right.
What do you think of their style?
Bisous!
*I read the fine print on the emergency ballot, and as long as it’s postmarked November 3rd and received by November 11th, it still counts! I’m hightailing back up to Fedex now to make sure the right candidate makes it into the Oval Office!
Also, I hope everyone votes in tomorrow’s election. Don’t take your opportunity to change the country for granted!