Get the Look: Cardi B’s All Star Weekend Game $1,350 Burberry Faux Fur Corset, DSquared2 Fur Boots, and Orange Hermes Birkin Bag

It was cold in Chicago over All Star Weekend! Cardi B was ready for the frost in a $1,350 Burberry Off the Shoulder Faux Fur and Jersey Corset Top, Jeans, and $1,046 DSquared2 Fur Boots. She completed her look with a bomb Hermes Birkin bag.

Her corset top in plush faux fur and structured jersey, features puff sleeves and boning for a figure-sculpting fit.

Her Riri booties have a platform and leather laces.

Recreate her look below:

What do you think of her look?

The State of New York Fashion Week: Inclusivity, Fewer Celebs, and the Disappearance of the “Blogger”

In Fashion, there are trends. And there are classics. And while in past years, we’ve seen bloggers get their shine, and celebs cause frenzies on the front row, this Fashion Week was back to basics. 

The bloggers that were lauded only a mere few years ago were noticeably absent on the front rows this Fashion Week, replaced by Youtubers, Tik Tokers, and Beauty Influencers. The celebs who typically cause hysteria were ghost: This Fashion Week coincided with Oscars week in LA. So most of our celebrities, stylists, and socialites were otherwise occupied on the West Coast, while fashion lovers were left to freeze, sometimes in the cold and rain, outside of Spring Studios.

Yes it was cold and rainy. And attendees could only shiver in their stilettos, confirmations in hand, before getting the green light. A quick suggestion for next year: Some sort of tent with heaters to make the wait a little more comfortable would be nice.

While listening to line chatter, I overheard people saying that they were students. Someone’s mom wondered how she even got in. Fashion Week is definitely more inclusive, from the guests who are invited to the designers who are showing. While Diversity is always in question during NYFW, this year, many black designers showed, from Sergio Hudson to Romeo HunteVictor Glemaud, LaQuan SmithAliette by stylist Jason Rembert, and Fe Noel. When I first started attending NYFW, the only shows for ‘us’ were Tracy Reese and Baby Phat. Things have certainly gotten more colorful.

But perhaps it’s all too little too late. As several question the necessity of Fashion Week, and attendance seems to wane, we wonder if we will even need or have a fashion week in a matter of years, especially when everyone has their phone poised at the show, ready to transmit to the world.

Michael Costello showcased his fashion show via his Instagram page, writing, “I chose not to participate in New York fashion week this season because I wanted to make my collection available to shop, direct to consumers, immediately. I also believe in giving my fans, people like you who have supported me since day one, the first look. I didn’t want to do a show reserved exclusively for fashion elites. I want to thank you, from the bottom of my heart, for inspiring me and supporting my journey every step of the way. Galaxy 54 is inspired by all things Studio 54 – Lamé , sequins, metallics, shoulder pads, and more. Enjoy!”

With shows that can cost at a minimum of $10,000, I’m sure many designers will slowly but surely choose to conserve their coins and follow suit.

As much as we love the preening, peacocking, and swanning at Fashion Week, I think we all know, deep down inside, that a video on a brand’s Instagram page and website can do the job without even a percentage of the hassle, hustle, or bustle.

It seems like a matter of time before its rendered null and void. Until then, the strut (and slay) goes on. And we will be there to capture every moment.

Love & Light,

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The Benefits of Wearing Dior Shoes for Women

The mention of Dior brand raises eyebrows, especially to those that understand its history. The Dior brand is one of the most respected in the world that produces quality shoes for women. The company is known to have continuity in releasing new classic shoes over the years to provide consumers with their taste and demand.

The idea behind Dior shoes was the mastermind of Christian Dior collaboration with iconic designer Roger Vivier, who was the architect of the Dior foundational designs for 10-years during the company early days. The Dior brand produces well-engineered designs that are lavish, while some adorned with unique jewels decorations bringing out the sophistication and accuracy for decoration and form. 

Stiletto

This is an iconic shoe and design that was birthed a couple of decades ago. Since, the inception of this stylish shoe, it has shaped the feminine shoe industry for the design, which in some way other shoe brands have replicated some its features. The shoe’s shape was birthed with few changes like enhancement of the heel where the height was increased from 6 cm to 8 cm. 

After the death of Christian Dior, other styles were incorporated in the family brand deviating a little bit from stiletto style. Some of the new styles that succeeded stiletto’s are the square point-toe box, in fact, after the release, it hit the market with a big bang, and appeared in the Vogue becoming a sensational design and historical. When approaching the year 1960, another inward Schock-heel with a curve was launched. Christian Dior brand is not only renowned with spectacular designers alone, but their outstanding success comes from the shoe quality material that undergoes a high-level process to ensure the outcome is of good quality. 

Pump Women Shoe

The pump is the type of shoe every woman has at one time wore it or has come across. In the last 19th century, d’Orsay pump was a famous shoe which is said to be the design that other brands have copied the style and shape to bring out in their own pump carrying their label. It is a brand that redefined the Christian Dior brand and feminine shoe industry globally. 

It is the release of such designs during the early years of Christian Dior that led individuals like Queen Elizabeth to choose their shoes from the company. The earlier designs were shocking, but with time Christian Dior brand was able to overcome many hurdles along the way. 

Some of the remarkable pumps Christian Dior produced through the iconic designer Roger Vivier, is Black pumps, red pumps, and pink pumps with a pink crepe designed using a laminated silver.

How to Know the Original and Fake Christian Dior Shoe for Women

In every original product, especially from a famous brand, and of high-quality, you will encounter a counterfeit. Apart from pricing, there are several things you need to check when searching for your favorite Dior shoes. First, you should know the Dior brand invests in high-quality materials and quality designs that set them apart from other brands. Therefore, it is not easy to get a replica designed using all the professionalism, science and engineering that goes to the original shoes. 

When looking for Dior brand shoe, you should be keen to ensure you identify the features that define it. One thing to look at is the Dior print, which is very clear and visible. Before making the final decision, verify that the Dior text is indelibly displayed on the midsole box. For women sneakers, be thorough around the heel bump, also analyze the pull tab length and make sure it is not too short. The fabric that is used to design Dior brand shoes is original, firm and sturdy. Therefore, after purchasing the designer shoe of your choice, you are guaranteed to enjoy it for a long time without losing in value and quality. 

What is the Future of Christian Dior Women Shoe?

Women and shoes are inseparable bedfellow. The brand has a history of consistent release of modern designs with varied shapes and taste which shows commitment. And that’s why respected leading ladies like princes Margaret, Marilyn Monroe and Jackie Kennedy were for years known to have their deep love for Dior shoes. 

The Dior shoes are said to have comfort, well-thought-out style and shape. Regardless of women body size, the building process of the lower part is designed to hold any kind of weight. 

Conclusion

The Dior shoe brand is in recent years expanding to enhance some of its designs while releasing other unique Dior shoes, including boots, flats, sneakers and sandals. One of the things Christian Dior shoe lovers learn as they go for shopping is through his advice, about taking time when selecting their choice shoes. The shoes you wear as a woman reflect your style, mood and personality. It is said that, for you to judge women, look at their feet and check whether they are elegant or not. The choice of shoe speaks volume about a woman and that is why when they understand their taste, it becomes easier to blend from top to bottom. 

Look for Less: Zoe Kravitz’s $2,650 Green Loewe Wool Coat

Zoe Kravitz was spied out and about in a $2,650 Loewe Coat:

Sadly her coat is sold out! Get a similar look at Zara.com for $129.

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Press: Claire Sulmers in XONecole.com, In Style Magazine, and WWD + Upcoming Events in New York, Miami, and Charlotte!

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An Excerpt, “I had to remove my fear…Had I rested in that fear, so many new doors would have never opened for me. Whatever is on your heart is an assignment from God. If you have an idea, try it. Don’t be afraid of failure. Everything I do, even if I stumble at first, even if I’m scared, I get better at it. And eventually, it becomes a new opportunity. God puts notions and inclinations in our minds that are unique to you and it’s up to you to answer that call.“ Read more here.

Also, check Claire Sulmers out on In Style Magazine, for a round up of best plus sized street style during New York Fashion Week!

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Lastly, our venerable EIC is in WWD in a profile on fabulous fur fashion.

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Vote For Fashion Bombshell of the Week for February 10th 2020. Will It Be Ann from D.C, Marissa from Wisconsin or Nasondra from Arkansas?

Every week, we showcases women with unique styles as a part of our Fashion Bombshell of the Day feature. At the end of each week, we provide our readers with the opportunity to select who will be our Bombshell of the Week.

Our first bombshell of the week was Ann, a fashion, travel and lifestyle blogger from D.C. When asked about her style she said, “I’d like to describe my style as the quintessential 90’s girl chic!

Next was Marissa from Wisconsin. She is a up coming blogger, YouTuber and an aspiring make up artist. She writes, “As a person of size, It’s a constant struggle to find fashionable pieces. Having to go above and beyond to find trendy clothes I’ve developed a sense of style that I define as girly, fun, with a dash of edge.

Our third bombshell of the week was Nasondra from Arkansas. She is a recording artist and entrepreneur. When describing her style she writes.  “As an artist I don’t do safe! When I walk into a room people are going to notice me. I would describe my style as street glam.”

Who’s style did you like best?

Fashion Bombshell and Bomber of the Day is a feature that showcases the style and flair of Fashion Bomb readers. Please send 5-10 clear, head-to-toe pictures along with your name, city, and a description of your style. Please keep file size low. Please do not submit pictures in collages or tagged with watermarks, website urls, or text. We do not accept modeling pictures, beauty shots, or anything mildly pornographic. You must be at least 18-years-old to participate. By submitting, pictures become property of The Fashion Bomb, LLC, and may be used on Twitter, Facebook, and Promotional Materials. Please note that submitting does not make the site obligated to review or write about your style, it will be under our discretion whether or not we publish or take down your pictures.

Fashion Bombshell of the day: Nasondra from Arkansas!

Today’s bombshell of the day is Nasondra from Little Rock, Arkansas!

When asked to describe her style, Nasondra says, “As an artist I don’t do safe! When I walk into a room people are going to notice me. I would describe my style as street glam.”

Nasondra, we love the girly edginess you give.

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.

Serena Willams Returns to NYFW with S by Serena 2020 Spring Collection In Conversation with Anna Wintour

New York Fashion Week stuns fashion lovers each and every year. The Spring 2020 edition countinuted the heartfelt and exciting tradition, with amazing fresh designers such as The Blonds NY, Veronica Beard and FE Noel just to name a few.

Tennis great Serena Williams also graced the fashion scene recently with her very popular clothing line simply called “ S by Serena.” The amazing power house mom, devoted wife, legendary athlete and business moguel decided to introduce her newest stylish clothing line at 2020’s Spring NYFW simply called S by Serena.

S by Serena is a collection women will continue to adore. The tennis champion is the definition of strong yet beautiful stylish sophistication. “Inspired by Williams’ passion for creating authentic connections, promoting individuality and inspiring confidence, the collection encapsulates chic versatility and empowers wearers to break-the-mold. Williams lanched the original S by Serena collection in 2018, and debuted it to the public for the 1st time at NYFW in September of 2019.”

This year Willams took an unconventional approach to display her collection and invited guests to Spring Studios along with the runway models. Serena invited all to sit with legendary style Queen Ann Wintour to discuss The S Serena Collection, as well as fashion, culture and lifestyle for today’s woman as a whole.

“I am constantly inspired by my travels and the people I get to meet along the way,” said Williams.With this new collection, I want women wearing S Brand to feel like they can walk out of the door confident, sexy, and determined.“ Serena stated openly. She wanted to make sure all women can see reflections of themselves in magazines and online images to make sure all women are seen and know they are included and heard.

The ready to wear line has a catchy hashtag and phrase of #BeSeenBeHeard and features vegan leather, and faux fur to promote environmental awareness and also offers fun animal print and iridescent sequin pieces, and one model wore a cap sleeve all-sequin jumpsuit with cut-outs on the side, perfectly in line with today’s trends. To close the show, tennis star and friend of Serena, Caroline Wozniacki took center stage with a fitted crop top and midi skirt in giraffe print. You can shop this amazing collection now at Serena.com.

Top 10 Looks From Vanity Fair’s 2020 Oscar Party: Ciara and Kylie Jenner in Ralph & Russo, Tracee Ellis Ross in Zuhari Murad SS20 Couture + more!

  1. Ciara takes our number 1 spot wearing Ralph & Russo. This black sheer ensemble is embellished with crystals and has a matching head piece.

2. Kylie Jenner, also wearing Ralph & Russo, stepped out in an black and silver sequin martini shaped gown, coming in at number 2.

3. Kerry Washington is third in a multi colored tribal print 2 piece by Zuhair Murad. The base color is gold, and the top is a long sleeved crop.

4. Tracee Ellis Ross also in Zuhair Murad SS20 Couture.

5. Number 5 is Adriana Lima in a white dress with a high slit, again by Ralph & Russo, paired with diamond embellished tights.

6. Halima Aden wore a black mermaid dress with matching headpiece by Fang. It has 3D pleated circles on the bodice and head wrap.

8. Tessa Thomas in Versace.

9. Jasmine Tooks wore an off the shoulder black embellished dress by Georges Hobeika.

10. Megalyne Chikuwoke wore an all white dress by Hamel, styled by Alexandra Mandelkorn.

It’s hard to choose, but which look is your favorite?

Shop Monica’s Closet Now at Luxury Snob!

Happy Hump Day Fashion Bombers and Bombshells! We anticipate your week is going fashionably fabulous! Today’s Woman Crush Wednesday goes to the lovely songstress and diva Monica Denise.
The style Queen just announced a terrific team up with the glam brand Luxurysnob.

Luxurysnob is a premier online consignment boutique that offers impeccable pre-owned grandeur items and brands for your shopping pleasure. The phenomenal founder and CEO, Lynda O., created a perfect place for upscale retail therapy online in December 2013. Luxury Snob is definitely a tremendous fashion web boutique on the rise, adding celebrity goodies available to shop, including hand picked, top choices from their latest collaboration with Ms. Thang aka Monica.

Appropriately listed as “Monica’s Closet,” fashion lovers can now shop directly from the chic celebrity’s personal style selections. Monica is a favorite of Fashion Bomb Daily’s when it comes to what to wear and star studded contemporary style . Ms. Denise is definitely a trendsetter. Check out some of her impressive looks now from Instagram on Fashion Bomb Daily.

Monica’s elite wardrobe is serious business, just like Luxurysnob. “Authenticity is the cornerstone of Luxurysnob. They staff in-house professionals and apparel experts that ensure every item sold is 100% authentic and in Re-sellable condition.” Luxurysnob has a tedious and thorough process to ensure the authenticity of each and every piece they accept and what items they select to provide to their devoted clients.

You can be rest assured you will be overly satisfied with their high quality merchandise. Go to Luxurysnob to shop “Monica’s closet” now, and all the other exclusive couture finds available on their web page. You don’t have to go out, the best part is shopping from the comfort of your home, or any location you wish with the internet, you’re just a click away from simply the best in elite style!

Shop Monica’s Closet here.