Will Monkey Pox stop Fashion Week Shows? Visit TheStateofFashion.bulletin.com for all you need to know. The short answer: it’s unlikely.
In this photo illustration, a test sample tubes labeled ‘Monkeypox’ shown on a surface. Few confirmed cases of the Monkeypox virus have been detected in India.
Yesterday, the Biden Administration declared a State of Emergency due to Monkey Pox, as the illness has infected over 6,000 people in the US. This of course isn’t the best news for the country, and it also doesn’t bode well for international Fashion Weeks, which are set to kick off in New York in September.
Photo taken in Moscow, Russia
Here’s the good news: Unlike Covid, Monkey Pox isn’t deadly, and according to Healthline, there are two available vaccines for it. It’s transmitted via very close skin to skin contact, including hugging, kissing, face to face contact, and sex. Also, according to Rachel Cox, an assistant professor in the School of Nursing at MGH Institute of Health Professions, “Monkeypox generally goes away on its own after two to four weeks,” although children and those with some medical conditions may become more seriously ill. Read what we know so far at TheStateofFashion.Bulletin.com.
Odell Beckham Jr. is a force in football and fashion. After the 2015 one-handed catch that launched his career in the NFL, he became a one-to-watch on the style scene. When the all-star wide receiver isn’t scoring touchdowns, he’s gaining style credibility with his red carpet appearances, street style, and general swagging on the Gram. There are a fair amount of athletes with style worth taking note of, but not many have their exploratory approach to fashion lauded by renowned designers, like David Ben David of Spraygrond bags.
Inside Beckham’s closet you’ll find the usual list of designer labels: Gucci, Prada, Louis Vuttion, Dior, but behind the monograms and heritage leather there are the smaller brands that really round out his effervescent aesthetic. A brand he’s known to go back to is L.A’s Earthing VIP. A small, elusive brand that specializes in vintage tees, jerseys and small capsule collections of embellished denim. Inside Beckham’s closet is the usual list of designer labels: Gucci, Prada, Louis Vuttion, Dior, but behind the monograms and heritage leather lie the smaller brands that round out his effervescent aesthetic. Earthling VIP is a brand the L. A Ram seems to frequent.
Photo: obj on Instagram in denim from Earthling VIP’s Poetic Lust collection
An elusive brand that specializes in vintage tees and jerseys, Earthling VIP seems to market the thrifters with an appreciation for band tees and other shirts from yesteryear that are heavy on pop culture and nostalgia. The small brand also designs small capsule collections of unique custom pieces, the latter of which seem to be OBJ’s favorite part of the brand.
Earthling VIP’s website doesn’t mention the brand’s origins or mission, but that hasn’t stopped its mass following from shopping its variety of vintage tees and custom apparel for both men and women. The Poetic Lust collection featured an assortment of custom reworked denim decorated with multi-lace appliqué in bold colors.Two pairs of this eccentric denim have found homes within Beckham’s wardrobe and fit right in with his minimal limits to styling.
On Instagram, Earthling VIP has attracted over 49k followers including Beckham and Roddy Ricch. In addition to the vintage tees and collection previews, the west coast brand also drops frequent inspo and styling photos that lean on punchy fabrics, nostalgic layering, and other styling staples influenced by youth culture.
As Odell Beckham Jr. has continues his supper for Earthling, wearing the Poetic Lust denim as recently as last week, we have to wonder if the OBJ stamp of approval will convince you?
What do you think of this interesting west coast brand? Let us know in the comments!
The end of July was jam-packed with endless style moments! We had to narrow it down to just a few, and the numbers don’t lie – here are the top looks from last week!
Jhené Aiko in Jacquemus
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Shortly after going public with their pregnancy, Jhene and Big Sean headed out together. Jhene stole the attention in her Fall-Winter 2022 Jacquemus dress, styled by Sam Woolf.
Photo: Alessandro Lucioni
Usher and Lori Harvey
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Lori Harvey made her way to Usher’s Vegas show sporting a 2001 Gucci x Tom Ford top, $2,690 black leather skinny pants by YSL, a $725 Balenciaga loop cuff and a pair of $725 Balenciaga cagole ankle lambskin booties. Usher wore Rick Owens from head to toe .
Tia Mowry in Staud
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In a fluorescent pink dress by Staud, Tia Mowry posed in an Instagram reel! Get your’s below:
The Nope premieres were a hub for fashionable sightings in July! At the Berlin viewing, Keke Palmer wore a pre-Fall 2022 David Koma and opted to nix the gloves from the original design. The look was styled by Wayman and Micah.
Blac Chyna in a Custom Outfit
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Styled by Holly Larry, Black Chyna wore a custom outfit to the Amazon Studios Secret Society 2 movie premiere. Wow!
J-Lo in Alexander McQueen
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J-Lo and Ben Affleck were seen in the downtown Paris area with Jennifer wearing an Alexander McQueen shirt dress that goes for $2,090. Steal her style here below:
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Form fitting pieces, prints and good fabrics keep this Bombshell’s style sexy yet sophisticated.
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Style and hip-hop are almost synonymous in the way they intertwine. Throughout the beginnings of Dapper Dan’s designer-influenced customs and even before, emcees have been delivering their lyrical flow, with a side of fashion, for decades. Lest we forget Grandmaster Flash making the Kangol hat the menswear accessory of the moment or how Lil Kim and Miss Hylton turned the industry on its head look after look. The early 2010s belonged to Kanye, who pushed for Givenchy graphic tees and leather joggers before ushering in A$AP Rocky’s moment of streetwear with a touch of femininity.
Unlike the early days of hip-hop, following the fashion of your favorite rapper is made easier than ever with social media. Whether you’re looking for outfit of the day inspo or a new designer to obsess over, today’s rap elite have the style, and Instagram pages to deliver on both music and aesthetic. Take a look at the rappers we find extra stylish and suggest you follow on IG.
It’s not every day you come across a talent like Lil Baby. Besides his energy-inducing bars, the Atlanta rapper knows his way around a designer sales floor. Baby is never too good for some color and leans towards monochromatic looks no matter how bold or bright the hue is. He’s never too shy to experiment –like with multicolor flare knit joggers– and boasts a pretty impressive designer shoe collection.
Even before Anderson .Paak took a trip to the past with Bruno Mars, he had an infections style that puts dopamine dressing to shame. The latest musician to partner with Vans, Park’s style can be described as an easy ode to the west coast and skate culture. That is when he isn’t head-to-toe in a lush 70s suit, patterned bell bottoms, sequin blouse, and a wig so good it’ll make your hair tech cry.
When Saucy Santana said that he’s a material gowrl he meant it. Santana’s IG is your go-to spot for a monochromatic monogram look or head-to-toe “Balenciaga that’ll turn you out, ochie walla.” While Santana is fairly new to the rap game, he’s showing promise with a few bangers under his belt and designer on his legs, hips, and body.
When it comes to style, J Balvin is known to experiment with everything from colors to textures and even his iconic buzzcut. Together with Spanish stylist Sita Bellan, Balvin boasts a look that is polished, put together and sleek without compromising on his love for fun and infectious personality.
Tyler the Creator has evolved his style quite a bit since his OFWGKTA days. His graphic tee collection once rivaled Blake Henderson’s before he switched to graphic camp shirts, monochromatic suits, and a blonde bowl cut. Today Tyler’s style is affluent with sweater vests, penny loafers, and Ushanka hats. It’s an aesthetic that leans heavily on the dapper 1940s traveler, and we suggest a one-way ticket to his Instagram to see more.
Say what you will about the YSL rapper, but one thing Gunna is gonna do is put a look together. Though he works with stylist Bobby Williams, both have reported that Gunna is the driving force behind his style. Always up for experimentation, Gunna often plays with proportion, surrealistic accessories, and fabric. From red carpets like the Met Gala to simply posing for the Gram Gunna’s style is a perfect example of how fun fashion can be when you style without rules.
If you’re not following the Industry Baby on Instagram for his hilarious stories and bts on his artistry, you gotta hit that follow button for the looks. Lil Nas X has captivated us with highly saturated and embellished looks since his debut on our social media feeds. With stylist Hodo Musa, Nas has carved out an aesthetic that touches on the modern Western, surrealism and even a bit of romance.
Tune into Shy Glizzy’s IG for versatility. The D.C rapper is known to switch up his looks, constantly walking the line of utilitarian streetwear and ‘fits riddled with color mixing and pattern blocking. And when you think you’ve seen it all, the ‘Like That’ rapper will throw in a selection of great outerwear from Gucci puffers to oversize Rick Owens parkas.
Smino’s impeccable style starts with his hair which he keeps as versatile as his wardrobe. His shift between braids, twists, and a gorgeous fro speaks to the ever-changing nature of his outfits. While the Missouri-born emcee loves a good NFL jersey (Go Cardinals! To be exact), he’s also fluent in cultural streetwear, groovy graphics, maximalist color combos, and accessories. In addition to his rapper-approved collection of bling, you’ll find a few pairs of enviable shades on his page.
Skepta is the rapper to follow if you like duality. The UK hitmaker loves to flirt between Nike-driven streetwear looks and sexy black-on-black tailoring. Occasionally working with stylistLeah Abott, Skepta’s aesthetic marries both sides of his word: Skepta that puts on shows and the Skepta that still enjoys a kickback with his Lads in London.
One thing is for sure, we love summer for the festival fashion that colors each month, the most recent one being Lollapalooza! The multi-day concert is held over several months, across 7 different cities, in 7 different countries: Sao Paulo, Buenos Aries, Santiago, Berlin, Paris, Berlin and Chicago. While some of these music events have already taken places, others are still to come. Here, we’re summing up a few of the most fashionable looks worn by celebrities at Lollapalooza thus far!
Rihanna in Martine Rose and Balenciaga x Adidas
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Around mid-July, Rihanna was spotted in a rare post-baby sighting in Paris while cheering on her boo during Lollapalooza France. In true Bad Gal Riri style, she mixed mens and womenswear, pairing a Spring-Summer 2023 Martine Rose shirt with Balenciaga x Adidas pantaboots from the resort collection.
Photo (left to right): Isidore Montag and Courtesy of Balenciaga
Jhene Aiko in Cult Gaia
Photo: Thomas Falcone
Just a few days ago, Big Sean brought his parter Jhene Aiko on stage during Lollapalooza Chicago as a complete surprise to the spectating crowd! Fans were in awe at the surprise appearance and could not stop squealing and the adorably pregnant couple! Jhene radiated in a full Cult Gaia out, including a $598 top and $458 pants (both of which are unavailable at the time of this article publication) styled by Sam Woolf.
There are a million ways to wear denim, and Dior monogram is certainly one of them! The denim Dior look has been trending lately as a direct response to the 90s/early 2000s aesthetic takeover, so we at Fashion Bomb Daily have compiled a list of those who have and still are doing it best in hopes to inspire you on how you can get in on the fashion action and make it your own!
Foxxy Brown
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The first to ever do it, Foxxy Brown showed up to the 1999 VH1/Vogue Fashion Awards in NYC rocking a full denim Dior outfit, from head to toe. Her boots were monogram, and she wore Dior’s staple saddle bag, making the accessory an absolute for the future of fashion (notice how every look after this one incorporates a saddle bag of their own)!
Rihanna
Photo: Backgrid
In 2019 Rihanna stepped out in Dior monogram with a blue color scheme that imitated denim on denim. Even her navy blue hat and coat were lined with the same monogram to match her dress, saddle bag and canvas tote handbag!
Cardi B
Photo: Thomas Herold
Trust Cardi to always take the trend and spin it on its head! With the exact same vintage saddle bag originally worn by Foxxy in 1999, Cardi B wore her a cropped denim Dior jacket, a monogram denim beret and sheer leggings in an unexpected fashion statement!
Jayda Cheaves
Photo: Trap Money Benny
Jayda has also taken part in this mega-trend, sporting a pair of monogram denim Dior boots à la Foxxy, paired with a vintage cropped hoodie and a navy leather saddle bag to switch things up a bit! She wore a Dior belt on a skirt by Twiley, customizing the look to make it truly one of a kind.
Alonzo Arnold
Photo: Drew Visions
The next diva to put their touch on Dior denim is Alonzo Arnold. He went the reworked route, repurposing a pair of Dior by John Galliano trotter logo pants and wearing one sleeve at the arm and the other creating a boot-like style.
What do you think?
Main Image: Getty Images, Backgrid, Trap Money Benny
Are you curious about how cannabis has made its way into the fashion industry? Do you want to know more about the top cannabis apparel brands out there?
In the last few years, cannabis and cannabis products have become very popular, largely due to the legalization of cannabis that has been taking place around the world. In the past, buying cannabis was a very different experience than it is today. For starters, there were far fewer options to choose from. And unless you had a friend willing to hook you up, you were mostly out of luck.
These days, however, the availability of cannabis has increased dramatically. Thanks to shops like Grasscity, you can now buy your favorite strains and products with the click of a button. And with more and more states legalizing marijuana, it’s only a matter of time before the market becomes even more saturated. Not only has cannabis become popular, but cannabis products such as fashion and apparel have also become popular.
Cannabis has been incorporated into many different industries, and cannabis and fashion have a long history together that a lot of people are combining the two. Here is a look at the top cannabis apparel brands.
The Higher Shop Apparel Brand
This brand focuses on creative marijuana designs with hundreds of different options to choose from. Not to mention plenty of clever parody designs that are fun for any cannabis lover. This brand offers apparel ranging from T-shirts, leggings, shorts, socks, and even backpacks, to name a few. Basically, this is the place to go if you are looking for some fun in your wardrobe.
Bongjour Clothing Company
Bongjour Clothing Company company showcases a beautiful play on words in their name but also showcases amazing hemp expression through their apparel. They are a group of hemp enthusiasts who heavily focus on artistic expression though their brand.
Bongjour Clothing makes all sorts of cannabis-friendly items, such as hats and accessories made from hemp material. They focus heavily on being eco-friendly too, making them a very sought-after brand. Bongjour Clothing company can easily be found on Instagram on the handle @bongjourbrands.
Grassroots
Moving on down our list, the next brand to see is Grass roots. Grassroots is an American marijuana apparel and lifestyle brand. They are located in the heart of California and their brand focuses on fusing streetwear with iconic cannabis fashion.
Grassroots places a heavy focus on artistic style hats that come in a variety of styles such as snapbacks, beanies, fitted hats, and so much more. They have incorporated cannabis into their fashion and promote the fact that they use hemp as the material for all of their products.
Greenlove Denver
Greenlove Denver focuses on the health and wellness side of cannabis, and they bring cannabis and yoga together in beautiful harmony. Greenlove Denver is known to be a modest lifestyle brand and great for those who are trying to love after themselves through their health.
Greenlove Denver has all sorts available, from fun t-shirts with quirky cannabis designs and even lovely eye pillows that include essential oils to help you have an amazing sleep. They truly bring health and wellness together with cannabis.
Captain Chronica
The final brand that we will take a look at is captain Chronica. Captain Chronica defines itself as the leading alternative lifestyle weed clothing brand. Although that may be a mouthful to say, that is exactly what they are.
Captain Chronica is a brand that designs and sells all sorts of weed paraphernalia and cannabis apparel with items ranging from Tees, hoodies, tanks, accessories, and so much more, all of which are weed-themed.
There are many great weed-themed or cannabis-inspired apparel and clothing brands out there, whether you want clothing made out of hemp itself or want clothing to express your love for cannabis and all that comes with it. If you want a hat, shorts, tee, bag, or pretty much anything you could think of, if you visit any of these stores on our list, you are bound to find something you like.
2022 has brought the return of Mary Jane shoes. These shoes have fast become a footwear staple in many wardrobes across the country. They are a practical, fashionable style of shoe that is known for the iconic ‘bar’ strap across the front.
But where have Mary Janes come from? And how do they fit into 2022 fashion? Here is the ultimate guide to everything you need to know about Mary Jane shoes and why they’re now a footwear essential again.
A brief history of the Mary Jane shoe
Before we talk about the current fashion trend of Mary Jane shoes, we thought we’d take a look at where they came from and how they first rose to popularity. Mary Jane shoes were formerly called ‘bar’ shoes and were worn by both boys and girls as early as the 19th century. Popular amongst school children, the Mary Jane shoes weren’t commonly worn by women until the 1920s.
Mary Janes were a common choice of shoe for 1920s flapper girls. This era saw Mary Jane shoes rising significantly as a fashion trend for women. But how did they go from ‘bar shoes’ to the name we know them as today? Well that’s thanks to the Brown Shoe Company in 1904. This company named their bar shoes after a cheeky cartoon character called Buster Brown. This became a marketing tool for the company and thus the iconic Mary Jane shoes were born!
How 2022 has brought Mary Jane shoes back into fashion
In a world where fashion is ever changing, sometimes classic styles are brought back and reinvented. Mary Janes are no stranger to this as this year has seen them come back with booming popularity, particularly amongst gen z.
But why have Mary Janes become so popular again? We think this is largely due to the versatility of them. Easily paired with tights, socks, dresses, and skirts, there are endless ways that Mary Jane shoes can effortlessly elevate an outfit. They also fit nicely into many gen z aesthetics such as kawaii and dark academia themes.
Revamping a classic silhouette
One of the ways why Mary Jane shoes rose to popularity this year is through a reimagining of their classic silhouette. Adding in modern elements to traditional styles is a great way to bring an older style back into fashion for modern audiences.
Here are some of the twists we’ve seen on Mary Jane shoes in 2022.
Heeled Mary Janes
This stylish rendition of Mary Jane shoes are insanely popular amongst gen z crowds. Mary Jane heels add height and platform to the traditional flat silhouette. As platform shoes are incredibly trendy right now, this type of Mary Jane followed suit.
Double strap
Another style of Mary Jane shoes is the double strap, which adds an extra bar to the traditional singular. This adds an extra element of sturdiness to the shoe alongside a slightly different look which many love.
Alternative material
Mary Jane shoes were traditionally made with patent leather or black leather, but many footwear brands have come out with different materials for an alternative look. A popular one is suede, this velvety material is great for a winter style.
Prints
Some footwear brands have even gone the extra mile to create funky coloured Mary Janes with wacky prints on them. This style of Mary Jane came into popularity this year and doesn’t seem to be leaving anytime soon!
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