“Top model Sessilee Lopez channels her inner Diana Ross and looks uber-fab doing so in the November 2008 issue of i-D Magazine…”
Source
“Talk about divas getting money!”
~Vuitton
“That’s right Fashion Bombers! Our fab sponsor Gilt Groupe is celebrating their one-year anniversary with a private dinner! Not only will they continue to give us incredible deals on designer clothing and footwear, but they are also expanding into beauty products.”
“Founders Alexis Maybank and Alexandra Wilkis Wilson will be hosting a private dinner at Shang, a new restaurant on the Lower East Side. Elle’s editor at large Nina Garcia, designer Peter Som, and the designer of Michelle Obama’s marvellous inaugural ball gown, Jason Wu, will be co-hosting the event.
Congrats!”
~Vuitton
“Although Michelle Obama received lots of praise for her fashion choices on Inauguration Day, WWD reports that the Black Artists Association did not join the chorus…”
“…Amnau Eele, the founder of the Black Artists Association criticized Michelle Obama for not choosing a garment designed by an African-American. She said, “If you are going to have Isabel Toledo do the inauguration dress, and Jason Wu do the evening gown, why not have Kevan Hall, B Michael, Stephen Burrows or any of the other black designers do something too?”
“I personally think Michelle looked phenomenal. She picked ensembles that suited her body, were appropriate for the occasion, and modern (Jason Wu just won the CFDA Vogue Fashion Fund award). Although I would have liked to see her in an African American design, I fully understand the decisions she made. What do you think?”
~Suzy
“Andre’ Benjamin known as Andre 3000 of the hip-hop group OutKast was recently named one of GQ’s best new designers of America…”
“His Benjamin Bixby line is sensational and I’m glad I’m not the only one noticing! Read his interview on GQ and see more pictures here.
~Jemise
Cute! And I must state that Vuitton pitched this idea as well, but he turned in three stories, so we’ll still be able to see him shine later today!
“It’s bold. It’s iconic. It’s Legendary. The September Issue of fashion Bible Vogue has become one of the most anticipated annual books within the fashion industry, on par with Vanity Fair’s March Hollywood Issue. Every year it promises more; who can forget the 2004 issue that, for the first time in ages, featured models on the cover (including Ethiopian stunner Liya Kebede)? For the first time Vogue editrix Anna Wintour has allowed cameras in her hallways. Filmmaker R.J. Cutler and his team have compiled a documentary chronicling the making of the 2007 issue, the biggest ever. “The September Issue” premiered over the weekend at the Sundance Film Festival.“
“Cutler says of Vogue,”My observation with the creativity in the hallways and offices is that Vogue is like the mist. You don’t think it’s raining and all of a sudden you’re soaking wet.”
Cutler compiled the film out of 300 hours of footage that followed not only La Wintour, but her ingenue daughter Bee Schaffer, and Creative Director Grace Coddington. The commentary revolves around the tight ship that Anna Wintour obviously runs. Cutler promises an unbiased portrait of “The Pope of Fashion” and her staff by acknowledging the glamour involved, but highlighting the grueling hours of work required in assembling such a massive publication.
Check out the videos below in which Anna answers pre-selected questions at the screenings Q& A and an exuberant fan gushes over the film:
~Ashley
“It looks like Domenico Dolce and Stefano Gabanna want to outfit you in Dolce and Gabanna from head to toe–literally. People reports that the Italian designers will launch a new cosmetic line this spring. Packaged in gold compacts and tucked into gold pouches, colors will consist of shades of “deep blue and gold.†Sounds just right for spring and summer!”
“Actress Scarlett Johansson has been tapped to be the face of the line, which was created with input from legendary makeup artist Pat McGrath.
Tell us, are you looking forward to Dolce and Gabanna makeup?”
~Amber
“Don’t look for any fur pieces in Donna Karan’s upcoming fall 2009 line! PETA, who is notorious for attacking celebrities and designers, launched a website (recently removed) urging Donna Karan to cease and desist her fur use:”
“…Since the website’s launch and removal, the designer’s line will be be fur free. Donna Karen announced she has no plans to use fur in the future.”
~Anitra
Day 4: Internship Contest
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Hey!
Today is Day 4 of the Fashion Bomb Internship Contest!
In the interest of fairness, I’m going to publish in reverse order so that whoever went last will go first!
The assignment for today was for the interns to find a Newsy story that would be interesting and appropriate for a normal day on the Fashion Bomb.
Leave comments for each intern and let them know if they got it right…or if they need to try again next time!
Check back every few hours for updates…
Bisous!
PS Also check in tomorrow for their shining moment: Mail Bombs!!! They did an excellent job, you’ll want to see this!
Fashion Bomb Sponsor: ESSENCE Magazine
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Today we’re shouting-out sponsor and publishing legend…
ESSENCE magazine!
ESSENCE will be hooking up the winner of our Fashion Bomb Intern Contest with a free one-year subscription. Check out this month’s issue, which features a double cover of Tyler Perry (looking quite dapper, I must say), along with an Obama Inauguration special feature!
~Adriana
New Blog Alert: Avelle
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Avelle, the NEW Bag Borrow or Steal has officially launched its own blog at blog.avelle.com!
The blog will feature new accessories, special promotions, and reductions in their outlet sale. To celebrate the launch of their blog, they are hosting a sweepstakes for members to tell them about their first Avelle rental experience. The winner will receive a $150 rental credit to help feed their passion for fashion on Avelle.com. Check it out–and make sure to tell ’em The Fashion Bomb sent ya!