A lot of you had questions about the sparkly #shirtdress @tamronhall recently wore to do @hippypotter ‘s #hiteverybeat challenge for #tiktoktuesday ! @tatianasimone writes, “I couldn’t resist the ask! What dress is this Ms. Hall is rocking?” @pastortanyahart adds, “Hi I really need this dress, do you have?” @uniquewed was also looking for #tamronhall ‘s look! She wrote, “Where can we get this shirt dress?!” @tmendy_1867 says, “Who makes this shirt dress?”
The piece is cut from white cotton-poplin and decorated with rows of brightly colored embroidery and glistening paillettes. The elongated silhouette means you can wear it as a mini dress, too.
A clip of Beyoncé bopping in a pair of high heeled Bape sneaker heels for the “Check On It” video has been making the rounds on the internet lately, leading many to wonder their origin.
The fabulous, funky, pink heels were the brainchild of Beyonce’s then stylist Ty Hunter, who told Complex Magazine that he created the heeled sneakers for the pink themed video because Mrs. Carter needed shoe options that simply didn’t exist on the market. Complex writes, “It was Hunter who purchased the pink patent leather Bapestas at a store and decided to add a heel to them.” His design was inspired by the Manolo Blahnik Timbs Beyonce wore in her Bonnie and Clyde video. Hunter told Complex, “I thought those boots were the coolest thing. They were so sexy. And I took the [Bape] sneakers to Miss Tina and said, ‘These would be cool if they had a heel,’ and she said, ‘Give it a try.’ This is before the sneaker tennis shoe or the sneaker heel had even hit.”
After hitting up Hymie Zelaya, who used to put together Destiny’s Child’s costumes, for a heavy-duty glue he used to customize shoes, Complex says, “He spent the night constructing them, cutting off the top of the sneakers for a more feminine silhouette and then adding a pink patent leather heel to the sole.”
At the time, Bape didn’t have sneaker heels–but perhaps inspired by the resurgence of the popularity of the clip and the recent buzz around it, the brand has decided to release their first heeled sneaker. The styles below are set for a March 21 release:
While Hunter created the silhouette for Check On It, perhaps BAPE can send him a Check for It–besides the concept was his, and Beyonce said in the clip below that they were the “Only High Heeled Bapes.” Bape also told Complex that at the time, Bey’s pink options were the only Bapestas with a heel.
Happy Thursday Fashion Bombshells and Bombers! Today our Fashion Bomber of the week is Kris @officialkrisshelby from New Orleans! Check out his style below!
Kris writes, “I would call my personal style a electric shock wave of whatever I’m feeling at that moment lol . I love culture, I love art, I love movies, I love cartoons, I love people who get up everyday and do what they love I would say that best describes my style because I sometime become all of those things put into 1 just with a colorful beard haha.”
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“The artist i style and my clients I try to bring them to life and make them into the star I know they are but I help find that excitement in them that they have been missing in fashion and getting dressed,” he states.
Currently a Atlanta based stylist, his inspiration comes from art, jazz, and old 80’s & 90’s movies as well. His style is truly unmatched. I would consider him a fashion hero! To check out more of Kris’s style go check out his Instagram @Officialkrisshelby. Comments below your favorite look!
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Happy Hump Day Fashion loves!! Let’s take a look at Fashion Bomb Daily’s Top videos from the month of January and February of 2020. This time can be used to rejuvenate, and unwind, but stay focused and use your days wisely! Fashion Bomb Daily has great things in store for our devoted readers and followers to keep you entertained and informed!
10. Number ten goes to Jay-Z and Blue Ivy attending a Lakers NBA basketball game. The daddy/daughter date included a one on one convo with the king of the court Labron James encouraging Blue Ivy as Sean Carter looks on. We love the way Jay-Z takes time to be a “girl dad.” Definitely why this is on our top ten list.
9. Number nine of our top videos goes to the impressively gorgeous Meghan Markle and oh so handsome Prince Harry. The lovely high profile couple stole the show and social media recently when they attended the Mount Batten Festival of Music in complementing royal red ensembles. Meg wore a Safiyaa dress with red pumps and a matching Manolo Blahnik clutch. They are a favorite to many of celebrity duos. Their fashion sense is astounding and refreshingly sophisticated. No wonder they made the list.
8. Tracee Ellis Ross is next on the list, she wore a beautiful gown to the Oscars this year designed by Zuhair Murad, styled my Karla Welch. In the video she does a perfect “cheery” freestyled song and joyous rant about Brad Pitt, the veteran actor received an Oscar for Best Supporting Actor for his performance this year in “Once Upon A Time In Hollywood.” Tracie’s mood is priceless and fitting for most women whom adore Brad as an actor and Hollywood hunk.
7. Kylie Jenner, Kim & Kanye West took our number 7 slot on our video list. For the Oscars, the three star studded family members wore impressive statement pieces as usual. Kylie wore a “navy body-hugging sequined gown from Ralph and Russo for the high profile awards show. Kim took her look to another level “in a piece of fashion history Wearing Lee Alexander McQueen’s famed “Oyster dress” from his spring 2003 collection, Kardashian West channeled the energy of one of the early-aughts’ best runway shows perfectly.
One of only two that made it into production, the look was a Christmas present from Kardashian West’s husband, Kanye West. Purchased from Rita Watnick of Lily et Cie.” Noted by Vogue magazine. The only other other gown resides in the Metropolitan Museum of Art’s collection. It sure made a huge fashion statement to say the least. Kayne wore a simple black leather suit and sunglasses.
6. Ciara looked breathtaking at the Vanity Fair Oscar party in a Ralph and Russo bespoke black mesh draped dress embellished with metallic crystals. The singer song writer takes the number 6 position on our list. Ci-Ci was a vision as she posed pregnant with her second child with football hero Russel Wilson. Our appreciation continues to grow for Ciara and Russel with each public appearance.
5. Halima is the 5th video on our top ten list. “The magnificent model wore a custom-made Black Atelier signature pleated fan gown from by Fang” to the Vanity Fair Oscar party, styled by Katie Keim She took a strut down her hotel hallway and stunned social media. She is an unforgettable face of the runway & fashion for 2020 and beyond.
4. The Ralph Lauren gown Janelle Monae’s wore to the 2020 Oscars was a trophy within itself. It takes our number 4 spot on the most viewed video list. Styled by Alexandra Mandelkorn, the dress adorned “168,000 crystals over lacquered silk lame tulle.” What did you think of her look?
3. Nicki Minaj aka “Black Barbie” looked absolutely magnificent in Marc Jacobs at the designer’s Fall 2020 show during NYFW. She takes our #3 video spot respectively. The daring hiphop artist always makes an entrance whether it’s music or fashion and chic, stand out style.
2. Another Oscar red carpet entrance took 2nd place on our top viewed video list. Madame Cynthia Erivo from the hit film “Harriet” wore iconic Versace as she made her way into the awards ceremony, adoring fans cheered her name.
1. Numero uno on our most viewed video list goes to, drum roll please….Kerry Washington! The A list actress and gorgeous mom takes the top spot on our list in a flawless multicolored, beaded and jeweled two piece tribal print ensemble by Zuhair Murad, for the 2020 Oscars. Her impeccable look included gold Sophia Webster heels and Azza Fahmy jewelry. She was the perfect mirror image of a 2020 Egyptian Goddess. What do you say about her wardrobe statement? Let us know which was your favorite video! Leave your comments below, and make sure you go to Fashion Bomb Daily for more great videos throughout the year!
Happy Motivation Monday! Today’s tips of the day come from Fashion Bomb Daily’s esteemed EIC Claire Sulmers. Our powerhouse diva teamed up with the glam style brand and luxury travel goods company Silver and Riley as a fabulous ambassador of their high end luggage, and to provide groceries to those in need. Silver and Riley is kindly sending individuals who need it the money to grocery shop today. Please send me a DM (@lolajbelle) and their associates will cashapp/Venmo you (100% confidential). Please be aware of those really in need.
Ms. Sulmers is committed to discuss and bring us the best of fashion, but also the most effective ways to not just survive but actually thrive as successful business men & women in all situations. Giving back comes hand in hand with success. Claire is always in search of ways to collaborate with fashionable brands that also come together for philanthropic causes.
Claire is proud to partner with Silver and Riley for such a worthy cause. You can also show appreciation and support, shop their sophisticated travel esstentials here. The COVID-19 situation continues to escalate rapidly. We are all concerned. Fashion Bomb Daily wants to encourage everyone and assist, we put together these tips in addition to what we already know (e.g. wash your hands, stay home, etc). . .
Stay encouraged. Remember, “tough times don’t last, tough people do”. Please stay mentally strong and know this too shall pass.
Have empathy towards each other. We are all affected. Never assume any person is more or less affected than you. There is often more than what meets the eye.
Creatives, freelancers, small business owners, service / restaurant workers will find their income / revenue seriously impacted. Till the govt announces fed relief, be sure to check on your local or state dept website for relief that may be available. If you work for yourself or own a small business (may apply to creatives, influencers, etc), check on your eligibility.
Check on each other. In case of a lockdown, people who live alone will be in isolation by themselves. Be sure to check on each other during this time.
Help in any ways that you can. Those who need it are likely closer than you think. Check on friends who work in the service industry, hourly, etc. Check on your house cleaners, favorite tasker on taskrabbit, etc. Most people won’t tell you they need help, so just send them money without asking if you can. I guarantee you they’d appreciate it.
Silver & Riley is still awarding the two grants of $1,000 this month. We recognize small businesses need this now more than ever. We are working having the ability to award more grants.
In case of a lockdown, please stock up on non-perishable items today.
For more tips on fashion, culture and lifestyle go now to Fashion Bomb Daily, stay calm and be safe!
Currently stuck inside? Add some levity and indulge in the following must see fashion documentaries:
1. Bill Cunningham New York
Bill has been snapping editors like Anna Wintour and Kim Hastreitor, dandies like Patrick McDonald and Shail Upadhya, and fashionistas like Anna Piaggi and Iris Apfel for 50 years. What was most striking about the exposé was the dichotomy between what Bill records and what Bill lives. He sits front row at fashion shows here and abroad, but he himself doesn’t own even a wardrobe full of clothes. He leads a very simple life in an apartment consisting primarily of filing cabinets and a twin sized bed. His most prized possessions are his bike and his camera. It’s fun to see his evolution and inspiring to observe his humble and tireless devotion to the craft.
2. The September Issue
This one’s a no-brainer. Go behind the scenes with Anna Wintour, the most powerful woman in fashion, as she and her editors at US Vogue prepare the all important September issue. Tune in especially for cameos from Grace Coddington and Andre Leon Talley.
3. Unzipped
Unzipped is a hilarious look at what designer Isaac Mizrahi went through as he planned and ultimately showed his 1994 collection. You’ll love Mizrahi’s infectious enthusiasm and appearances by ‘top’ supermodels, Cindy Crawford, Naomi Campbell, Linda Evangelista, and Kate Moss. You’ll also get fun glimpses of Padma Lakshmi and Carla Bruni (now Sarkozy). Bonus: you can watch this one in its entirety on YouTube.
4. Seamless
This flick, released in 2005, focused on four young designers as they competed for Vogue’s CFDA Fashion Fund award: Alexandre Plokhov of Cloak; Lazaro Hernandez & Jack McCollough of Proenza Schouler; and Doo Ri Chung of Doo.Ri. Though some names might seem familiar now, they were relatively unknown during filming–some were still working in their parent’s basement trying to make it. Out of the other films I suggested, this one is pretty slow (and borders on boring), but is a must if only to give you a background on some of the industy’s hottest talents. To whit: We see Proenza Schouler winning the CFDA Fashion Fund in 2004; they won the CFDA award for womenswear designer of the year in 2007 and are nominated again this year.
5. Marc Jacobs and Louis Vuitton
Though significantly shorter than other films, this option offers a look at Marc Jacobs before he was the expertly chiseled, diamond earring sporting glam god he is today. Cameras follow him from Paris to New York and back as he prepares his Marc Jacobs line and collections for Louis Vuitton.
Those are just my favorites, but there are many more that I haven’t seen: Christian Dior: The Man Behind the Myth (2005), Valentino: the Last Emperor (2008), Lagerfeld Confidential (2006), Notebook on Cities & Clothes (1989) (which follows Japanese fashion designer Yohji Yamamoto), Signe Chanel (2006), Viktor & Rolf: Because We’re Worth It (2005), Fashion Victim: The Killing of Gianni Versace (2001), Yves Saint Laurent – His Life and Times/5 Avenue Marceau 75116 Paris (2004), Catwalk (1996), and the BBC documentary The Secret World of Haute Couture (2006).
Those are on my ‘to-see’ list.
What are some of your favorite documentaries?
*New Yorkers, Bill Cunningham’s documentary stops showing April 7th at the Film Forum. Click here and get your ticket before it’s too late!
Kylie’s BFF has teamed up with shoe online store, Ego to create her own heel collection
Ego shoes have featured a number of times already on our daily #BombAccessories posts on @FashionBombDaily with it’s trendy styles and steal-level price points, you can see why this e-commerce has been growing in popularity.
Stassie for Ego collection is full of summer sandals, go-with-everything designs and on-trend pieces including PVC, mules and strappy styles. All items in the collection are priced at less than $100 with most starting at $59.
At the time of writing, there is a sitewide 50% sale with all the styles in the collection included. Shop now on Ego.com.
Happy Wednesday bombshells! Our bombshell of the day goes to Brittanyfrom California. Brittany writes, “My name is Brittany I live in Los Angeles, Ca. My style is Sustainable Sporty Glam! I rework & up cycle sportswear into feminine & fun fashion statements. My aesthetic …”stunt for the gram”! I have a passion for sustainability which means I’m committed to doing my part in minimizing fashion waste and taking something old and making it new again. “
“In the blink of an eye … a pair of regular sweatpants will be transformed into an over-the-top sexy corset with lace detail and a super cute mini skirt to match! My one-of-a-kind items can be found on my business page @sportsnsparkles.“
What do you think of this bombshells style?
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Today’s bombshell of the day goes to Courtney from Michigan. Courtney is a self made millionaire. Owner and founder of The Mane Choice hair products, curator of The Bawse Conference and so much more, Courtney is a force to be reckoned with!
While studying at the university of Michigan, She began to experiment with hair care products for her self. Her products are now in over 20,000 retail stores. Her style is truly unmatched!
Which look is your favorite? Do you have what it takes to be featured?
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Jennifer Lopez headed out to dinner with beau Arod wearing the same Chanel Fall 2019 suit previously worn by Cardi B. The almost iconic look was worn by Cara Delevigne in Chanel’s show:
While Cardi stuck to the runway styling, J. Lo switched it up, pairing the ensemble down with a white top and a simple Chanel pin.
