For most sports men and women, clothing is all about functionality rather than looking good, with blood, sweat and tears usually putting paid to any attempts at a fashion statement.
However, that does not stop some of the best black athletes in the world setting new standards in the sport and the fashion stakes.
Here are just some of the black women turning heads in the ring, on the mat, court-side and in the water.
Laila Ali and Claressa Shields
Both these women claim to be the GOAT in their sport of boxing and have even made noises about the daughter of Muhammed Ali coming out of retirement so that they can battle each other in the ring.
It would be hard to choose where to place your free bet for that fight, especially seeing as the two atheletes’ combat styles are so different.
The same can be said for their style out of the ring, with Shields keeping it real in classic tracksuits and Ali keeping a flawless power woman look going on.
Simone Biles
There is no doubting Biles’ greatness, with other gymnasts having practically given up hope of ever matching her athletic capabilities.
The US star also knows how to dress up when she wants to, sporting slashed jeans or hot pants at home and going up a gear by wearing flowing elegant dresses on the red carpet.
Serena Williams
When you have dominated a sport as much as Serena Williams has then you can wear whatever the hell you want both on and off the court.
The younger Williams sister is all about pushing fashion boundaries, whether that is in tight black cat suits or pink tutus.
When she is not bossing the ladies of the WTA Tour, she even has her very own fashion line called S by Serena. Just take our money now, Serena, and keep doing what you do!
Caption: Serena is as comfortable in regular tennis attire as she is in a pink tutu
Simone Manuel
Simone Manuel defied expectations at the Rio 2016 Olympics, bringing back a major medal haul from her time spent in Brazil.
Out of the water she tends to opt for a low profile and dresses accordingly, sticking to the humble attitude and style that took her all the way to the pinnacle of her field.
Caption: Manuel stunned the world by winning a gold medal at Rio 2016
Our Fashion Bombshell of the Day is Vondra from Wisconsin. Her Instagram name is @50shadesof_fly, which is very fitting for this young entrepreneur!
Check her out below.
Her style is very relaxed and chill while still being very glamorous and girly. Her wardrobe is the perfect mixture of everyday wear and designer accessories such as Gucci stockings, Dior saddle bags and designer sneakers.
What do you think of this Bombshell’s style? Is she a contender for Bombshell of the Week?
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Today our Fashion Bombshell goes to Shannen from New York. Shannen’s style is very glamorous and romantic. Check her out below.
She writes, “Currently, I work in fashion, and I’m a full-time student. I would say my fashion style is spirited, bold, striking, and versatile.”
What do you think of this bombshell’s style?
Fashion Bombshell of the Day is a feature showcasing the singular style of Fashion Bomb Readers. Send your name, location, a description of your style, and 5-10 clear, unfiltered, head-to-toe pictures of 5-10 different outfits (no collages) to Bombshell@FashionBombDaily.com. Images submitted will be featured on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, or any of our social media platforms. Comments can be harsh, so bring your A game! Please be advised: once published, pictures will not be removed or taken down.
This week, we are giving away a classic Fendi Baguette Bag to One Lucky reader, courtesy of luxury consignment store Carte Blanche Canada.
Carte Blanche Canada stocks luxury pieces by designers like Dior, Hermes,Louis Vuitton, and more. They are looking to expand into the international market, and are making a splash with a contest with us!
Though the contest is mainly Instagram focused, you’ll get bonus points if you comment below!
Gap’s stock has fallen nearly 6% following comments made by Kanye West over the weekend at a public event (During this public event, Kanye stated, “I am not on the board at GAP and that has to change today or I walk!”).
Gap, who has been struggling lately, announced a 10 year partnership with Yeezy in June of 2020. The new clothing line, which has been described as “modern elevated basics for men women and kids” was said to release in 2021 at an accessible price point.
The initial announcement sent Gap’s shares sky rocketing by 19% on June 26th. The stock has lost half of its gains since then.
We are not sure exactly what triggered the decline: his threats to leave the Gap or scrutiny surrounding Kanye West’s recent rants! One thing that is clear is the drastic effect he has had on the brand in such a short period of time.
The Remix: Hip Hop X Fashion traces the impact of street fashion and African American creativity on global cultural trends, revealing the hidden work of the African American visionaries – especially the women – who forever redefined fashion. This award-winning documentary, produced by MCM, Tribeca Studios and Cortés Films, will take you on a journey in bringing these important women to the forefront.
Please join us for these conversations with the cast on Wednesday, July 22nd from 1-1:45pm and stay tuned to watch the documentary streaming on Netflix!
Join the conversation tomorrow and learn more here.
This week we have four lovely contenders in the running for Bombshell of the Week. First, lets get into Andrea from Texas.
Andrea, or Dr.Andrea is an OBGYN doctor who’s style is very feminine, flirty and timeless. Most of her ensembles feature a fun skirt or dress, paired with heels and complimenting handbag. Check her out below.
Next is Nicole from NYC. Her style is also very flirty but in a very minimalist way. Her silhouettes are less dramatic and not accessorized much but still grab your attention.
Also from New York is Naomi. Her attire is very bold and features lots of prints. Whether its cheetah print or plaid, these prints seem to be the focal point of her looks.
Last but not least is Roberta from Wisconsin. Roberta is model who’s style is very bold and sexy. Most of her outfits have a revealing element which she balances out nicely.
Which bombshell blew you away? Vote below.
Fashion Bombshell of the Day is a feature showcasing the singular style of Fashion Bomb Readers. Send your name, location, a description of your style, and 5-10 clear, unfiltered, head-to-toe pictures of 5-10 different outfits (no collages) to Bombshell@FashionBombDaily.com. Images submitted will be featured on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, or any of our social media platforms. Comments can be harsh, so bring your A game! Please be advised: once published, pictures will not be removed or taken down.
In response to the Black Lives Matter Movement, Fashion Bomb Daily took the initiative to outline a list of the Top 100 Black Designers the World should know. Understanding that 100 was not enough room to fit the depth and talent in the black community, we created a 2nd list, and are adding to it, weekly (we are currently at 62; if you would like your brand added, email thefashionbomb@gmail.com). That’s a total of 162 designers, who have dressed celebrities, been worn on red carpets, and created burgeoning businesses.
Even with all this new information, the CFDA continues to go with the same old, same old. In an article in the New York Times by Vanessa Friedman, the writer reveals that the same names from past years are nominated for awards this year:
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Nominees for Womenswear designer of the Year? Brandon Maxwell, Marc Jacobs, Gabriela Hearst, and Mary Kate and Ashley Olsen, and Tom Ford.
Menswear? Kerby Jean Raymond of Pyer Moss, Tom Ford (again), Thom Browne, and Todd Snyder.
Accessories? Mary Kate and Ashley Olsen, Telfar,Gabriela Hearst are among some of the names.
While Christopher John Rogers is nominated in the Emerging Designer Category, and Virgil Abloh is nominated for Global Menswear Design, it simply seems as if it’s the same old names we’ve heard and seen before. While all the nominated designers are extremely talented and befitting of the nominations, what about letting in someone new?
Friedman notes that many designers nominated, including Telfar, Jean-Raymond, Marc Jacobs, and Tom Ford have all won or been nominated several times over before. She writes, “Maybe [the CFDA Awards] can become something more than simply notches in a designer’s belt, or an insider’s club that may feel, to those looking in, like a secretive fashion cabal.”
We at Fashion Bomb Daily definitely sent in our nominations, which included Sergio Hudson, Laquan Smith, and Victor Glemaud–designers who have dressed the A-list and made names for themselves in the industry. Perhaps there simply aren’t enough nominations for these designers. But still, Friedman suggests creating a new or special category, which I support.
