Only a few more Mail Bomb posts before the year ends…

…let’s get in all that fashion goodness!
First Jewel from New Orleans says, “I am hoping you can help me find out who designed the hot dress J. Lo wore to the premiere of The Curious Case of Benjamin Button’s in L.A.“
“…and can you also help me find a similar design at a cheaper price?“
According to InStyle.com, J.Lo is wearing a Roberto Cavalli ivory gown. For a similar look, Adriana found these options:

Left to Right: Notch Bodice Halter Gown, $228; Bias Cut Gown, $308

Next Kamilah says, “Do you know who made the jumper Keri Hilson wore to the Lexus Listening Lounge?“
Since she’s posted up with Project Runway’s Mychael Knight, I’m assuming she chose to wear one of his singular creations along with her $83 Soldier Girl coat. If you want a similar look, add a gold belt to this $210 Paul & Joe Sister Noisette Bandeau Jumpsuit…
…and pop on a pair of gold hoops.
Randa says, “I am sending you this picture of Sanaa Lathan because I love her headband!!“
“Do you know where I can get one like it?“
Of course! Adriana found these chic, affordable headbangers:

1. Forever 21 Sequined Headband, $5. 2.Bebe Skinny Metallic Elastic Headband, $12. 3. Forever 21 Metallic Headband, $3
Ramona liked last week’s post on Ciara’s lace up boots, but was more interested in her dress:
She says, “I’m going to a party and would love to have this dress for the occasion.”
Mimic Ciara’s off the shoulder steeze with this $102 C&C Califoria Wool Jersey Dress:
…from www.shopbop.com.
Lastly, Akilah from LA comes with a wardrobe query. She says, “Here is the dress that I plan to wear for New Years...”
“…I was wondering what kind of shoes I could pair it with? I will be in LA so I can do sandals in the winter time BUT I’m a college student so my budget is TIGHT. Under $100 pretty please.“
Since there’s quite a bit going on with that dress, I’d stay keep it simple with a black shoe. Yes, black sounds boring, but you can dress and jazz it up with a pop of patent leather or details like cut outs or fringe:

1. Pelle Moda Women’s Colette Dress Pump, $98. 2. Guess Women’s Millicent Pump, $55. 3. STEVEN by Steve Madden Women’s Bijoux Pump, $72.
That does it!
This weekend I’m going to my first défilé de mode (fashion show) with Fashion Bomb reader Aissata! My camera is finally working (yeah, did I mention I broke it at the Kanye Concert?) so I’ll be snapping some fresh pics for Monday.
Stay tuned…and have great weekends!
Bisous!

Tis the season for company holiday fetes and get togethers!
Nothing to wear? Mix and match the following items for a party perfect look:

1. French Connection Women’s Starlight Sequins Sheer Shoulder Top, $65. 2. Helmut Lang Red Cowl Neck Dress, $149. 3. Jones New York Shiny Sleeveless Tie Neck Blouse, $50. 4. Pink Tartan Taffeta Skirt, $110. 5. Express High Waist Sequin Skirt, $98. 6. Liz Claiborne Luxe Sequin Cardigan, $129. 7. Juicy Couture Sequin Trimmed Dress, $148. 8. French Connection Friday Frills Shrug, $100. 9. Forever 21 Gathered Tartan Pencil Skirt, $17.80. 10. DKNY Sequin Miniskirt, $83. 11. Sequin Dolman Sweater, $88. 12. Diane von Furstenberg Yvette Vest, $147.50 13. Nexx Wrap Blouse, $59. 14. Blank Black Stretch Sateen Skinny Pants, $62. 15. Banana Republic Martin velvet flared pant, $110.
Have fun!
*Need purse ideas? Check out Adri’s post on affordable clutches.
*Also peep last year’s holiday party post for even more tips!

Need some gloss to go with that? Beauty Powerhouse Sephora is offering the following makeup compacts for under $50:

Left to Right: Sephora Deluxe Palette, $32; Dior Dior Chic Palette, $49.50; Nars Sephora Exclusive Lip Gloss Collection, $45.
See other options here.

I was perusing the Billionaire Boys Club blog, and happened upon one of their newer items: A $310 BBC Space Reindeer Knit Zip Hoodie

I actually love the idea of holiday sweaters for women, but the jury’s still out for men. Part of me thinks it’d be really cute, part of me thinks the look would be a little suspect. Would your man rock this?
While you mull it over, a gratuitous Pharrell picture:
Yum! Can I have him for Christmas??

Hey!
So while I’m in Paris, I of course have my chic barometer out for dope designers on the French front. One that should definitely be on your radar is Dumpe Fresh:

Appealing to the fashionable urban set, Dumpe Fresh offers a line of playful, bright t-shirts, hoodies and sweatshirts. A few shots:

With T-shirts starting at $37 and hoodies averaging $70, Dumpe Fresh pieces are certainly affordable wardrobe upgrades. And I could see anyone from Teyana Taylor to Kanye West rocking one of their t’s!
It seems they have events here in Paris, so I’m going to try to check them out in person. For you guys in the States, visit their myspace page at www.myspace.com/dumpefresh, check out their online store at www.dumpefresh.com or read their blog at blog.dumpefresh.com.
Bisous!

Sophisticated designer Rachel Roy popped in to the Cinema Society and Entertainment Weekly screening of “The Wrestler” last night at the Tribeca Grand Screening Room:

I’m a sucker for shoe boots and I want to applaud her creativity in refashioning an oversized jacket into a dress. Edginess is always hot, but this look makes me go hmm…
What do you think?