If you love the quality of designer goods (but don’t want to spend a ton) check out these 15 under $150 stylish steals to satisfy your appetite for chic:
In celebration of the film Notorious, Coogi has released the following t-shirt…
The phrase “Coogi Down to the Socks” comes from Biggie’s song One more Chance (Remix), and the T’s retail for $45 at www.shopcoogi.com. Would your boo rock this?
And, just for fun, an oldie but goodie:
Hey Fashion Bombers! Adriana here!
I recently had a chance to catch up with the girls from Nina Sky to chitchat about their style evolution, favorite fashionable things, and which trends they think are tired and need to be fired!
Not familiar? The ladies of NINA SKY (Natalie (above, left) and Nicole (right)) took the music scene by storm in 2004 with their breakout hit “Move Ya Body.” Lately, they’ve been working on their second album, “THE MUSICAL,” dabbling in clothing and sneaker design, and developing a distinct, edgy-chic style that’s thrust them squarely into the fashion spotlight. Nicole shares, “Natalie and I were 18 and straight out of high school when we debuted. Our style reflected that: we didn’t wear makeup and probably owned 2 pairs of heels between us both–it was strictly FLY kicks and comfort all dayyyyy! We’ve grown a lot, and have developed a broader taste for clothing. It’s a natural progression; over the years, you just begin to like different things and experiment more. ” Too true for all of us…For Natalie, “It’s NEVER about what designer I’m wearing: I don’t really follow ‘what’s in’ so I rock what I think is hot. I love to mix designer pieces with vintage and other stuff I find at spots like Forever 21.” Adds Nicole, “Even when we work with stylists, it’s a collaboration. Everything we do has to reflect us as individuals as well as the group NINA SKY.” I think that’s the ideal stylist-client relationship, don’t you?As for style icons, the ladies cite Madonna, Jennifer Lopez, and Gwen Stefani as some of their favorites (Natalie: “They own that ish!“). Designer-wise, Nicole’s a fan of Boy by Band of Outsiders and Chanel shoes, while Natalie’s an admitted Alexander Wang and Matthew Williamson lover who prefers Betsey Johnson and Louboutins on her feet.Like yours truly, though, these divas are still devoted sneaker heads, and have now formed a cool partnership with FILA. “If you know about NINA SKY, then you’re familiar with our sneaker collection,” says Nicole. “FILA was launching a young women’s line and wanted to use artists that made sense to market the shoe. Our next step: design a sneaker with them!” I think they have what it takes to create something dope! Natalie has also designed for a young women’s line, MADEME, and a hair salon, cookbook, and acting are also in the works for both.Now, about those tired trends…ladies, in your opinion, what are people wearing way too much of these days? Natalie: “Keffiyeh scarves!” Nicole: “Headbands!” And what are some of your favorite things from your own personal closet? Natalie: “I love necklaces with gun charms. I have a Cubannie Links Tupac Rosary and an AK-47 Complete Technique chain that I take turns rockin’ daily.” Nicole: “It changes every season but RIGHT NOW it’s this coyote fur trooper hat I bought in Luxembourg.” Jet-setter style–loves it!
Fashionista.com has the scoop on an NYC internship at shoestop Jimmy Choo:
The say, “Jimmy Choo’s in dire need of a PR intern to start immediately. They need someone at least three days a week from 9am to 6pm. If you’ve interned in fashion PR before, and they’d prefer it if you have, you know the drill. Sample tracking, working with magazines, stylists, celebs (especially since it’s awards season). You also need to have a handle on Excel and PowerPoint, be detail oriented, a team player and obviously have a deep love for all things fashion, shoes and bags especially. The best part? They’ll give you $10 a day for lunch, cover your subway pass and give you school credit if you need it.“
Interested? Send an e-mail to jimmychoo.press@gmail.com.com.
Good luck!
Kanye West is in the news as he and his fashionable gang are making appearances in shows all over Paris…
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I’m a fashion junkie (obvs), so I’m loving the three finger rings, eighties shades, and Goyard cases. But what do you think? Hot or Hmm...?
Bonus: A message from Mr. West…
Wondering about that black Goyard case? A little fashion history care of the website CoolHunting.com:
“The French have enjoyed leather goods from Maison Goyard since 1853. Known for quality, endurance and classic style more than bowing to the trends of the day, Goyard has been a fixture of the French luxury good scene for a long time. Today Goyard is as exclusive and chic as ever thanks to the fashion crowd that has rediscovered its charms. The unique linen, cotton and hemp canvas is covered in hand-painted dots in four colors and is nearly indestructable. Wallets and card cases for guys, bags and accessories for women and collars and dog accessories for the fashionable [pets] in your life. Bags start above $1,000. Available in the U.S. exclusively at Barney’s New York; in Paris at Maison Goyard (and only a handful of other locations around the world).“
So the winner of the Fashion Bomb Internship with 44.4% of the vote is…
…Vuitton!
About his win, Vuitton says, “Thank you ladies SO much for affording me the opportunity! The experience for me was more than fulfilling, simply because I enjoyed every minute of every task. As of now, I’m actually smiling from ear to ear because, honestly, as corny as this may seem, I’ve never won anything before. And to win something like this at a time like now is beyond words.“
You deserve it!
Enjoy your goodies from Essence, Tresemme, DJPremium, Gilt Groupe, Urban Decay, and Reebok!
A special thanks to our sponsors, all the intern candidates, and all your fabulous readers who made your opinions known! Vuitton will hit the ground running this week–keep an eye peeled for his posts!
Bisous!
PS Ashley has agreed to feed our vintage style fix with a few guest blogspots. Stay tuned for her as well!
Hey!
So it was Men’s Fashion Week in Paris, and parties were poppin’ with lots of fashionable folks. A friend and I went to a Boombox party at a club called Regine’s close to the Champs Elysees:
Boombox is a notorious party described by Time Out as, “one of the wildest parties in the world, splicing freaky fashion, a fierce musical mix and carefree flamboyance.” I scanned the crowd for a Fashion Bomb worthy diva and came upon this fierce fashionista:
It was honestly too loud for me to hear her name or the designer of this dress, but I loved her frock’s cinched waist, eye catching metallic material, and open back. And check out her pose!
What do you think of her style? *There’s more where that came from! Check back next week for the following installment.
Kanye’s sneakers debuted on the runway for Louis Vuitton’s menswear show recently…
…thankfully the white boat shoes were noticeably absent (were those a joke?), with these red and black options in their place: Source
These are *much* better. What do you think?
“For the record I would like to state that the statement made on behalf of the Black Artists Association does not represent my point of view. I understand their sensitivity and respect their right to express it. I personally believe it is an unfair expectation to place on the First Lady. Fashion is subjective and a matter of personal choice. As a designer of Color I would encourage the fashion industry, editors and media to lead the way and be more inclusive. True change in America is going to be a collective effort. As an American Designer I am excited that Mrs. Obama, in her role as the First Lady, will heighten the awareness of American style which resonates into business and jobs in the fashion industry.”
I applaud Mrs. Obama for her style and her choices. Most of all for wearing what really matters, dignity and grace.”
