Kylie Jenner can’t get enough of designer LaQuan Smith! She gave us yet another style moment rocking an all-white look by the designer while dining at The Nice Guy restaurant in Los Angeles.
Kylie Jenner wore a white textured coat and mini turtleneck dress by LaQuan Smith. The set is from LaQuan Smith’s Fall/Winter 2021 collection. The younger entrepreneur and socialite also wore a red mesh-velvet jumpsuit from this collection while out attending Justin Bieber’s album listing party over the weekend.
Draya Michele was spotted out with Houston Texans quarterback Tyrod Taylor last night in Santa Monica for a dinner date night. The two kept it stylish for their date as they both donned eye-catching designer looks.
Draya Michele wore a look by Dion Lee which included the brand’s $690 Chain Crochet Skirt in sun and $290 Lustrate Fork Crop Top in timber/blonde. Both pieces are from the brand’s Spring/Summer 2021. The Chain Crochet Skirt features an attached cheeky brief lining covered by a cord yard-stitched grid overlay with cutout side seams and side split hems. The Lustrate Fork Crop Top is a sleeveless crop top that has a racerback and halterneck as well as cutouts on the chest and back.
She accessorized the Dion Lee look with $24 “Hula” Hoop earrings from her brand 8 Other Reasons (sold out), nude strap sandals, and a clear mini rectangle clutch.
DreamDoll recently appeared on the ‘gram in a dazzling orange look accompanied with the caption: “Keep it Cute”. For her look, she wore a pair of stylish orange plaid joggers by Fashion Nova with accenting orange pieces and accessories.
DreamDoll wore Fashion Nova’s $39.99 Never Over Plaid Joggers in the orange/combo color. She finished the look off with an orange shoulder cutout long sleeve top and multicolor booties. She also went with soft glam makeup and a sleek slicked-back ponytail.
While the colorway DreamDoll is wearing is sold out, the joggers are also available in red, green and grey.
The pants comes as a cargo-style joggers with side leg pockets and an edgy, looping chain hooked to waistline.
Customers rave that these joggers are stretchy, comfortable, and provide the perfect fit for your curves.
On Friday, social media was placed in a frenzy as users discovered that fashion mega brand Guess has released their very own Logo G-tote which resembled Telfar‘s incredibly popular shopping bag.
Black Fashion Fair founder and fashion critic Antoine Gregory was the first to take notice to the bag’s similarities, posting a side-by-side photo of the two brands’ bags. He expressed in a tweet, “I think the most annoying and yet interesting part of this is the fact that a company like GUESS has the capital and resources to produce this bag in great quantities when the original designer could not. And it really just speaks to the lack of access granted to Black designers. The lack of capital. The lack of resources the industry provides them.”
Just like Telfar’s medium white shopping bag, the Guess Embossed Logo G-Tote features the Guess “G” logo in the middle of the bag complete with two varying length handles in a medium-size rectangular silhouette. Guess also offers the bag in different sizes and colors.
Many users sided with Telfar with some even urging the brand to issue a cease and desist. This moment also caused users to discover that this is Guess’s first time mimicking other designer bags. Some users found Guess bags in similar designs and silhouettes to brands like Dior, Gucci and Prada.
Since the social media uproar on Friday, it was announced on Saturday evening that Guess has stopped the sale of its Embossed Logo-G totes on the Guess site and stores. However, the bags are still available at their stockists. Telfar has not spoken on the matter since it was brought to the public’s attention on social media, the brand continues to focus on product rollouts and its next Bag Security Program which is scheduled for March 30th.
Last night, the 52nd NAACP Image Awards went down virtually with Anthony Anderson as this year’s host! We witnessed stars like Issa Rae, Viola Davis, and Marsai Martin walk away with awards for the evening. Actor Eddie Murphy was awarded with this year’s Hall of Fame honor. Moreover, the late Chadwick Boseman still continues to collect wins, adding to his legacy as an actor. He was awarded with the Outstanding Actor in a Motion Picture award for his performance in Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom.
The night wouldn’t be complete without fashion and style from the stars. They brought the red-carpet fashion from the comfort of their houses. Based on your engagements during our NAACP Image Awards fashion coverage, let’s get into the top ten best dressed celebrities of the evening:
Jurnee Smollett wore Alexandre Vauthier, Nakard earrings and Cathy Waterman and John Hardy rings, styled by Alexandra Mandelkorn. Coming from the brand’s Fall/Winter 2020 Couture collection, Smollett’s look includes a black and green strapless velvet-satin dress and pink and orange strap floral-embellished heeled sandals.
Regina King wore a custom Oscar de la Renta dress with Stuart Weitzman sandals and Irene Neuwrith jewelry, styled by Wayman and Micah. King’s Oscar de la Renta dress appears in a rust color complete with draped taffeta and a long train for drama.
Alicia Keys wore a $3,295 Versace sleeveless silk cady dress and Cartier earrings, styled by Jason Bolden. Alicia Keys wore Versace’s Spring/Summer 2021 gown which appears in pink on the runway. The sleeveless dress features a lace-up thigh slit detailing as well as a plissé tube top and gold logo hook closure.
Yara Shahidi wore a cozy Dior look and Cartier jewelry, styled by Jason Bolden. Shahidi’s look is from Dior’s Spring/Summer 2021 RTW collection featuring a satin striped monogram button short plus matching pants and sandals.
Outstanding Actor in a Drama Series Winner Regé-Jean Page accepted his win in ASAUVAGE blazer, COS black t-shirt and David Yurman gold chain cuff, styled by Jeanne Yang.
Angela Bassett wore a Graham Cruz dress, Peruffo earrings, Chimento cuff and Casadei shoes, styled by Jennifer Austin. Known as the “Sorrenti” dress, the Graham Cruz dress is from the brand’s Season 2 “Going for Gold” collection. It features Graham Cruz’s signature structured plate designs in gold resembling a corset as a compliment to the long sleeve v-neck black dress.
Marsai Martin wore Christian Siriano and $595 Sophia Webster “Natalia” crystal heels, styled by Jason Rembert. The dress is from Christian Siriano’s Spring/Summer 2021 RTW collection and comes in black with dramatic feathers running outward from sleeve to sleeve. Martin is now an 11-time NAACP Image Award winner as she collected two awards last evening.
Best Actor nominee Nicco Annan wore custom Kamsi TCharles, Santoni shoes and Givenchy and Martin Costello jewelry, styled by Icon Billingsley. His suit by Kamsi TCharles comes in brown with the jacket featuring tropical print sleeves.
Cynthia Erivo wore Lanvin and Mateo jewelry, styled by Jason Bolden. Her dress is from the brand’s Spring/Summer 2021 collection featuring an embellished caged top and tiered skirt for the bottom portion of the dress.
Outstanding Social Media Personality winner Tabitha Brown accepted her award in a custom dress by Algernon Johnson. The dress appears in royal blue and gold with silk shantung and gold embroidery topped off with a waist belt.
Which look from the NAACP Images Awards was your fave?
Classic diamonds are happily worn and admired by many women. This is mainly due to their timeless allure, lustre and durability. If you like to stay true to the classics, but long to experiment a little, you will also love all of these qualities in the very unique black diamonds. Otherwise known as “carbonado”, they differ in the fact that they are not transparent and in addition to carbon, they also contain graphite which is the reason for their colour. Although working with black diamonds is a bit more demanding due to the fact that they tend to contain inclusions more frequently, jewellery with black diamonds is sought after for its sophistication.
Black diamonds as a bold and versatile accessory
In recent years, black diamonds have become a hot trend in jewellery. The reason for this may also be the fact that they symbolise passion and strength, apparently give their wearers courage and that they demonstrate independence. They are also impressive and captivate at first glance.
Diamond jewellery genuinely deserves its popularity due to the wonderful qualities of diamonds and the added undeniable benefit of jewellery with black diamonds is the fact that it will suit everything but at the same time it will also always make a unique accessory. For instance, with a black diamond ring, you can express that you’re an adventurous soul not tied down by conventions and at the same time, unlike other stones with distinctive colours, you don’t have to think about what colours to wear them with.
Made for ladies who are looking for something different
Black, shiny gemstones can give an impression of something mystical and can add a bit of mystery to an outfit. According to Jarmila Slívová from the KLENOTA jewellery studio in Prague: “Black diamonds work well when contrasted with something and this is why they suit white gold so well. You can’t go wrong even if you choose a halo style design for your jewellery where a central black stone is surrounded by clear, transparent diamonds.”
For instance earrings with black diamonds will make a great piece for day to day wear as well as for special occasions. Choose from traditional or distinctive designs or even pieces in Art Deco style. In this style, the contrast of black and white appears by default and shapes made from curves and precise geometric lines are a repeating feature of it.
Fashion Bomb Daily was on the scene in ATL for the premiere of the newest movie known as Secret Society. The independent film is an adaptation of the 2007 book Secret Society by Miasha Coleman, who is also the executive producer of the movie. Celebrating its 15th anniversary, the book landed her with a six-figure deal along with a title as a best-selling author.
Directed by Jamal Hill, the film follows in the book’s footsteps telling a story of two women whose lives of luxury get turned upside down. The film is complete with intriguing fashion and shocking secrets executed by the stars of the film including Reyna Love, Erica Pinkett, Vivica A. Fox, Jeremy Meeks, Vincent De Paul and Tray Chaney.
To commemorate such a moment, Miasha Productions and Fashion Bomb Daily held a pajama-themed bash which also featured an exclusive premier of the movie. Let’s get into some moments from the event:
Reyna Love wore a burgundy fur-trimmed robe over a pink slip mini dress.
Fashion Bomb Daily EIC Claire Sulmers and Fashion Bomb Daily Shop designer Sybille Guichard of SybG grabbed a flick with the movie’s stars Jeremy Meeks aka “Prison Bae” (in full Dolce and Gabbana, styled by Ugo Mozie II) and Erica Pinkett (in La Perla silk shirt and pants, Chanel accessories and Manolo Blahnik heels).
Producers Miasha Coleman and Rich Coleman were in attendance. Rich Coleman wore a Balenciaga look while Miasha Coleman wore a look by Odds Concept paired with Free People feather mules.
Claire Sulmers posed with film star Erica Pinkett. They both wore pink satin looks, Claire’s featured a chic feather trim detail.
Althea Heart, Rich Coleman and Exclusive Game designer Teheran Jones posed together for a picture. Heart wore a look from UNFMLR including a pink satin button top, matching shorts and a hot pink lace bralette.
Representing for Fashion Bomb Men, Jeremy Meeks posed for a flick with Rich Coleman and an attendee.
Tommie Lee was about to head for a night when she decided to grab some fit flicks before her evening festivities. She was spotted rocking a blue leather zip-up dress by Fashion Nova.
Tommie Lee wore Fashion Nova’s $37.99 Zip It Up Mini Dress in blue paired with white sunglasses, a black harness bralette, a Louis Vuitton bag and black leather open-toe boots.
Tommie’s Zip It Up Mini Dress features many sexy details including a scoop neck, functional quarter zipper, side-leg cutouts and a racerback. Not to mention, the dress comes in a dreamy blue and a enticing leather-like fabric.
Sizing for the Zip It Up Mini Dress ranges up to 3X, so all of our Bombshells can rock this dress!
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Fashion designer Michael Lombard‘s story of entering fashion is not a typical one. He was involved in the music industry for over 25 years as a music executive. Now, he is one of the most renowned fashion designers in the industry backed by countless magazines features and appearances at global fashion weeks.
Born in Amityville, New York, Michael Lombard is currently based in Maryland where he attended the University of Maryland to major in Government and Politics. Following school, he entered the music industry working his way up to becoming a record label executive with his very own label under Atlantic Records. After 25 years, he realized his passion rested in designing clothing, turned his sketches into actual pieces and the rest became history.
Starting out so late in the industry, Lombard surprisingly managed to score appearances at big shows. Using the highest grade leather matched by edgy, innovative designs, the industry quickly took a liking to his work. He was even named the “King of Leather” by Huffington Post with his jacket and sneakers being hailed by the LA Times as the “Best of 2020”. He has shown at fashion weeks all around the world including New York Fashion Week, Los Angeles Fashion Week, London Fashion Week, Paris Fashion Week and Milan Fashion Week to name a few.
He describes his first big placement and how it changed his busniness: “My Big Forbes and Vogue articles put me in a different space for my business. It gives you credibility in the industry. I’ve dressed celebrities, walked some of the biggest shows around the world and been in amazing press and media.“
Michael Lombard’s designs have been worn by many high profile clients from music stars to professional athletes. He currently partners with HarperPR, a style fashion house which serves A-list clients like Lady Gaga, Nicki Minaj and Beyoncé. He has also styled celebrities like Paula Abdul, LELE Pons and Prince Royce.
Lombard is also a designer of many firsts. He was the first fashion designer sponsored by Monster Energy Drink while on his fashion tour. He is also the first designer ever to host BBC World Live at London Fashion Week House of iKons Show.
On the biggest lesson he’s learned, he shares: “Well, the biggest lesson I’ve learned is you have to constantly work at it. It’s a business first. You have to have a vision of where you want to take your brand, then implement your plan and don’t deviate off of it.”
Outside of innovation and quality in design, Lombard also accounts his successes to marketing. He states, “Marketing is key, without it your brand can’t grow. Personally, I always market the name, without the name no one would know you exist especially in the fashion industry.”
Michael Lombard continues to take the fashion world by storm with his cutting-edge designs, further revolutionizing luxury fashion as we know it. His latest comes as a part of CFDA’s Runway360 program, which was launched last year as a digital platform to help designers in presenting collections in their entirety. Additionally, he shows no signs of slowing down as he shared with us that he plans to expand into stores moving forward.
As she awaits the arrival baby #3, Christina Milian is still putting work in the entertainment industry. Recently, she was spotted prepping for a glam session wearing a pink fuzzy knit set by Fashion Nova.
Christina Milian wore Fashion Nova’s $59.99 Smile Again Fuzzy Sweater Pant Set. She accessorized the look with some chunky sneakers matched with multicolor hair rollers.
Currently on sale for $41.99, the Smile Again Fuzzy Sweater Pant Set comes in both blush (as spotted on Milian) and taupe. The set also features an oversized cardigan and high-waist wide leg pants in an ultra-soft and fuzzy knit fabric.
With sizes ranging up to 3X, this set is perfect for lounging for all Bombshells.
