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It’s been a while since we’ve had a Style File, so today I decided to highlight budding bombshells Angela and Vanessa Simmons:

Ever since their reality TV debut on Run’s House, they’ve silently yet steadily increased their style quotient:
When the dynamic duo first hit the celebrity circuit in 2006, they favored a ‘girls next door’ approach comprised of ho hum jeans, lackluster t-shirts and skirts from the juniors department…

In short shrift they either hired a stylist or had Auntie Kimora work her magic, as they started bringing the Fabulosity on a regular basis.
For casual events, they rock tailored jeans, offset by bright colored hoodies with boots…

…or age appropriate dresses, with the younger Angela going for fun patterns, and the older Vanessa favoring more sophisticated neutrals like black and tan topped off with statement bags:

Red carpet events invite a slicker aesthetic, but Angela captures the fun in glittered sequined cocktails while Vanessa keeps it chic in black satin and peep toes:

They both have distinct looks, yet it seems neither is afraid to play with textures…

…color…

…or hot designer shoes…

Cute!
Favor Angela’s style? Get it poppin with these cool picks:

1. A.B.S. Black White Zebra Print Dress, $210. 2. Aviator Nation Iroc Hoodie in Grey with contrast sleeves, $99. 3. Tracy Reese Sequined slip dress, $307. 4. Boutique 9 Women’s Giganta Mary Jane, $110. 5. Pastry Fab Cookie Sneaker, $70. 6. Report Signature Fillmore Platform Sandal, $107.
Love Vanessa’s grown up steeze? Try these:

1. Plastic Island Satin Dress in Black, $145. 2. French Connection Jack Check Dress, $168. 3. Rodnik Ludovico jacquard dress, $429. 4. Jinny Kim Halloween Zipper Bow Pump in Black, $127. 5. Report Signature Women’s Clinton Bootie, $225. 6. Moschino Cheap & Chic Pump with Bow, $295.
Bisous!
Psst, the girls have joined the blogosphere! Read their thoughts on gossip, style, and more at www.pastrykicks.com.

Women’s Wear Daily asked designers like Badgley Mischka, Monique Lhuillier, Marc Jacobs, and Betsey Johnson what first lady Michelle Obama should wear on Inauguration Day. A few sketches:

See the rest here.
I’m really feeling the Badgley Mischka and Tracy Reese designs! What about you?

Style File siren Ciara hit up the Grand Opening of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in what seems to be a pair of super sexy over the knee Alexander McQueen Lace Up Boots:

On top of being $1,555 the boots are sold out! No matter, get a similar look with these $190 Jackie Boots…
…from French Connection.

The deals keep rolling in:)
Enjoy 20% off at Macys.com and in Stores Dec 10-15th!

Click here to download the Macy’s Friends and Family Coupon.

Hey lovelies!

Your savvy Fashion Bomb elves have devised a fierce, recession-proof holiday gift guide for stylistas on a budget! We’re repping the luxe (Shu Uemura, Calypso, Marc Jacobs), the fashionably low (Sigerson Morrison for Target, LeSportSac), and some gems in-between (the über-hip Timex Digital). Check it out!

1. Forever 21 Color Stripes Top, $18 2. Fred Flare Black Lace Gloves, $10 3. Patricia Field Faux Fur Jacket, $29. 4. Furla Silver Cosmetics Bag, $39 5. Assouline’s The Fashion Questionnaire Book, $35 6. Marc by Marc Jacobs Stud Earrings, $38. 7. Tarte Holiday Cheek Set, $25 8. Sigerson Morrison for Target Glam Crystal Booties, $40 9. Bobi Supreme Jersey Turtlenck Dress, $33. 10. Calypso Obee Belt, $19 11. Retro Timex Digital Watch, $35 12. LeSportsac Kasey Bag, $34. 13. R.J. Graziano Patterned Cuff, $49 14. Shu Uemura Mini Khaki False Eyelashes, $18 15. Bliss’s ‘Spa’-velous Travel Spa Set, $46
And that’s not all! Timex and The Fashion Bomb have teamed up to bring you our third contest of the holiday season:

With the return of 80s style, Timex has brought back some of their classic watches–like the above Digital–to the retro-loving fashion masses!
Tell us which celebrity stylist and Fashion Bomb friend featured the Timex Digital at an event during the Spring 2009 collections (here’s a hint). First correct answer wins!!

Congrats to Fashion Bombshell Stephanie from New York, who correctly guessed Robert Verdi. And check out her sassy Real Style!Also check out Timex’s new site, TimexStyle, to get the latest on fashion-forward watch trends!
~Adri

Last night curvaceous Toccara made her way to the premiere of Cadillac Records in NYC:

All looks fine until you reach Toccara’s legs, where it seems she quickly popped on a pair of sheer stockings in a color far from ‘mocha brown.’
Can’t blame her: it’s hard to find hosiery that actually complements our skin color. I remember back in the day finding a few pairs of Mahogany sheer hose at Kroger, but now I just skip the drama and opt for a pair of black opaques.
Still, this begs the question: Have you guys found a great brand of brown skin colored pantyhose??

If you haven’t heard of the Gilt Groupe, get with it!! GG provides fashion enthusiasts access to designer fashion from top brands at sample sale prices:

The Gilt Groupe is usually super exclusive and invitation only, but because you’re such loyal readers, you get to enjoy the Gilt Groupe care of The Fashion Bomb!
Go to www.gilt.com/thefashionbomb, sign up, then start shopping!
Pssst, they’re having an ALIFE sneaker sale starting Thursday at noon.

The Fashion Bomb plans on bringing you lots of contests and cool finds this week to help offset some of your holiday shopping expenses! Today, we have a bit of Fashion Trivia, courtesy of contest sponsor Pink Cherie.
The first person to tell me the significance of this magazine image…

…will win these Celebrity Inspired Soul Spirit Gold Hoop Earrings from Pink Cherie:
Cute!
E-mail me at thefashionbomb@gmail.com with your most detailed answer.
Hint: She was a first.

May from Cambridge, MA correctly answered, “This picture is of Adrienne Fidelin, the first black model to appear in a major fashion magazine. It is by her lover Man Ray and from the September 1937 issue of Harper’s Bazaar.” Correct! Read more about Adrienne in this NYTimes article. Enjoy your earrings May!

Winter doldrums got you down? Bring in a bit of brightness with splashes of gold to play up your undertones and lighten your mood:

1. Disney Couture Hoop Earrings, $40. 2. Yves Saint Laurent Gold Croc Embossed Mirror Raspail Tote, $676. 3. Coach Women’s Short City Trench, $1,300. 4. Aldo’s Arnoldoa Shoes, $70. 5. Christian V. Sirinao Gold Silk ‘Heidi’ Pencil Skirt, $204. 6. Stretch Golden Cuff by Kenneth Jay Lane, $150. 7. Anne Klein New York Peep-Toe Ankle Booties, $153.
And of course, shout to the viddy that inspired this post:

Hope you’re living today like it’s golden!