Following her second US Open victory, Japanese-Haitian tennis player Naomi Osaka shared a photo on Instagram in a traditional dress and head wrap along with her US Open cup with the caption “You already know I had to bring out the head wrap for this one”. She decided to commemorate her victories moment by paying homage to ancestral roots.
Naomi Osaka wore the $53 “Carlotta” top and $33 “Ummona” headwrap by the brand known as Grass-Fields (both sold out).
What do you think of her look?
On Monday night, Dancing with the Stars kicked off its 29th season with Tyra Banks as the new host! Since its was her first time hosting the show, Tyra showed off her fashion sense by serving many looks for the evening. However, her pants suit was the one we couldn’t get over!
Tyra Banks hosted the show for the evening in a Jovani Red Fuchsia Two Piece V Neck Pant Suit, styled by Brendon Alexander. Her makeup was executed by Valente Frazier with hair slayed by Kim Kimble.
Thoughts on Tyra’s look?
When the global pandemic known as COVID-19 began, many was drastically affected by it business wise. However, model and influencer VM The Model took the time in “quarantine” to boost his growing Instagram account and secure more collaborations with brands.
It’s time to get acquainted with VM The Model, London’s award-winning model, social media influencer, brand ambassador, and actor who happens to be one of the top growing social media entrepreneurs in the United Kingdom. With over 17,000 followers on his Instagram account, VM the Model utilizes his social media presence to boost his various brand partnerships along with raising awareness surrounding vulnerable communities and providing motivation through his captioned quotes. The model-preneur has worked with several brands including Dermalogoica UK, adidas, Brushbox, Cognac de la Croix Maron, and Lynx to name a few.
Initially, fashion and modeling was just a fun past-time for VM The Model. He then began to take his passion for fashion seriously after landing a gig with designer Kwame Koranteng. Soon after, he launched his modeling career by signing with the BAME model agency in London. Through the agency, he became acquainted with the world of advertising, marketing and even acting. He can be see in the popular worldwide movie, Fast and Furious 6.
While VM The Model likes to work in fashion, he also has a style that is all his own! While modeling and working, the London based influencer is typically confined to the garment choices of the designers and stylists which typically mimic his personal style as well. As for his personal style, he usually opts for a “dapper-casual” feel where he can get quirky or sophisticated depending on his mood. He even expressed in a recent interview with Dapper Villains, “When I am dressed casually, I do not get noticed on the streets…by wearing a suit my profile goes up.”
VM The Model is definitely one to watch! Keep up with him on Instagram (@vmthemodel) and check out his site www.vmthemodel.com for updates!
Happy Tuesday, Bombshell’s and Bomber’s! Today’s Fashion Bombshell of the Day goes to Christina @stinadior from Atlanta. Scroll down to check her out.
Christina writes, “I would describe my style as classy, sexy, chic. I love creating timeless looks when playing with trends. So when I look back, 5 or 10 years later, I curated something I could wear again.”
“I’ve recently had the opportunity to work with a few costume designers and wardrobe stylists. I currently live in Atlanta, GA. I’ve had my blog for about 1.5 years looking to increase my following and continue creating timeless looks,” she continued.
What do you think of this Bombshells style? Slide over to Christina’s Instagram @stinadior ! Comment below and tell us your thoughts!
Send your name (including your Instagram 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.
Following her second victory in the US Open on Saturday, Naomi Osaka was spotted out with her sister, Mari Osaka. According to her sister’s Instagram, Naomi took the time to visit family following her matches. After putting so much work in to get to the finals, she opted for a rather cozy look during her time in New York. Let’s get into her look:
Naomi Osaka was spotted at the Dumbo House in Brooklyn, New York in a $500 Noname “Amerikaz Most Wanted” hoodie accessorized with a denim Chanel crossbody and Sacai x Nike LD Waffle Sneakers in white nylon.
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Thoughts on her look?
2 Chainz pulled up to his intimate birthday celebration in a black army truck, gifted to him by Kanye West which is said to cost about 1 and a half million dollars! Him and his wife needed a ladder to get down, that’s how you make an unforgettable entrance.
Keeping in the dark, flashy theme, 2 Chainz wore a sparkly black Yves Saint Laurent T-Shirt similar to this $690 Saint Laurent boxy sequined polo shirt.
He wore it with Louis Vuitton’s 2020-21FW grey and black wool pants, which are a collaboration with designer Nigo.
He was complimented by his wife who also dazzled in a $995 Hooded Sequin Tunic Top by Naeem Khan, a $1,450 black and gold Saint Laurent pyramid bag and Guiseppe Zanotti heels.
The guest list included the rapper’s family, close friends, and a few familiar faces, including Fashion Bomb Daily’s CEO Claire Sulmers. She looked amazing as she posed next to the rapper wearing black designer London Couture’s classic cocktail biker romper from The Ivy Showroom. She paired it perfectly with black heeled sandals by YSL.
Jacquees wore a $248 black embroidered sweat shirt by Diesel. Which featured neon green flames on the sleeves.
Music producer Mike Will also wore neon green and black, rocking this $615 oversized Balenciaga T Shirt.
Ming Lee wore a $289 “Angelita” Corset with matching leggings by Alejandro.
If you missed the party, catch some action from the night below.
Images: ATL Pics
The votes are in! The winner and our Fashion Bombshell of the Week goes to Bryndaisha from Memphis, check her out below.
Her style is very chic and bold. Her love for colors and prints are apparent and she always chooses ones that compliment her perfectly.
Head over to her instagram account @supersizemystyle and check out more from her wardrobe. What do you think of her 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.
You guys wanted the deets on the chic sequined suit Ms. Gladys Knight wore to last night’s Verzuz battle with Patti Labelle!
@CranJack wrote, “Hi! Can you guys find out where Gladys Knight’s suit on Verzuz tonight is from?”
Yep! Her stylist @NiqueTheBuyer gave us the scoop, letting us know the the Empress of Soul was styling in a Badley Mischka suit, comprising a $550 bell sleeved jacket and $395 pants.
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What did you think of the Verzuz Battle?
Just in! The Council of Fashion Designers of America just announced its 2020 Fashion Award winners today during through its Runway360 initiative. Chairman of the Council Tom Ford announced the winners at noon with Black designers like Kerby Jean-Raymond, Christopher John Rogers and Telfar Clemens taking home designer awards!
Let’s get into the CFDA2 2020 Fashion Award Winners:
Kim Jones won International Men’s Designer of the Year .
Pierpaolo Picciolo won International Women’s Designer of the Year.
Christopher John Rogers won American Emerging Designer of the Year. He was the winner of 2019’s CFDA/Vogue Fashion Fund.
Telfar Clemens won American Accessories Designer of the Year.
Kerby Jean-Raymond won American Menswear Designer of the Year.
Gabriela Hearst won American Womenswear Designer of the Year.
Congrats to all the winners of this year’s CFDA Fashion Awards!
Thoughts?
On Saturday, tennis player Naomi Osaka was all that was trending on social media as she won the US Open Women’s Singles final against Victoria Azarenka! This is now Osaka’s second US Open title and her third overall title, having won the 2018 US Open and 2019 Australian Open. Not to mention, she went down in history on Saturday as the youngest woman to win her third major title since Maria Sharapova in 2008!
Throughout her seven matches, Naomi Osaka used her sports style and platform as a star player to shine a light on the injustices plaguing the Black community and honor her influences like her familial roots and the late Kobe Bryant:
She was spotted at each of her matches wearing face masks bearing the names of police brutality victims including Tamir Rice, Trayvon Martin, Breonna Taylor, George Floyd, Philando Castile, Ahmaud Arbery, and Elijan McClain.
Naomi Osaka also honored Kobe Bryant by wearing a Lakers jersey with his number after each match, expressing by how the late basketball player “gave her strength”. Bryant served as an influential figure to many people including Osaka who was mentored by the basketball legend.
Lastly, Naomi Osaka celebrated her win in the finals by honoring and showing appreciation for her Japenese-Haitian heritage. In a tweet, she thanked her ancestors, “I would like to thank my ancestors because everytime I remember their blood runs through my veins I am reminded that I cannot lose.” She commemorated the moment in a Grass Fields $53 African Print Carlotta Top (worn as a dress) and $33 African Print Ummona Headwrap (sold out).
Congratulations to Naomi Osaka and her win!
