Atlanta stepped out in style for the Gervonta Davis vs. Yuriorkis Gamboa fight at State Farm Arena! From Fendi to custom furs, the A did not come to play! Take a look:
Chinchilly on Style wore the same Casadei Boots and a jacket from @TheIvyShowroomLastly, Floyd Mayweather represented for the fighters in a $17,495 Balmain Broken Mirror Hoodie. Would you splurge?
This Christmas, I did something I haven’t done in a while: I let my laptop sit cold when it came to shopping for gifts, and headed uptown to see what I could find for friends and family.
I first went to Barney’s, who is sadly going bankrupt, and has several stewards walking up and down 5th and Madison avenues with sign suits proclaiming ‘everything must be sold!’. When in Barney’s, though offering deals, still no-one seemed to want to invest in luxury. Racks frothed over, full of gowns, brilliantly colored sweaters, and pleated skirts. I am a fashion fan, but I was overwhelmed, and left.
The tone seemed the same at Bloomingdales and Saks. Though they didn’t have large signs everywhere offering most of their wares for a steal, attentive sales associates were hard to find. In Bloomingdales, I wandered around several sections, asking for help. One man told me he was on break, another busied himself steaming. I overheard some workers saying they couldn’t wait to go home. How’s that for holiday spirit? The whole process was so tiring, that I wished I had stayed in front of the glow of my warm computer monitor and simply ordered exactly what I needed in the exact size I wanted in a just few quick clicks.
At Bloomingdales, I found what I needed, waited to get it wrapped–for an hour–then happily brought it home. My family loved most of what I bought–except two items that still had alarm sensors on them. Face palm. As I made my way back uptown in an Uber to get the sensors removed, my driver let me out. He said, “Do you work around here?” I told him, no I was making returns. He said, “I used to work at Barney’s, but they’re closing, so now I do this.”
Coming up in the fashion industry, there was nothing like that aspirational feeling of stepping into a Barneys or Bergdorfs and getting that retail experience. Trying on multiple items, receiving great customer service, getting a bottle of water or maybe even a glass of champagne to wet your palette. Granted, the lack of customer service could have been due to overwhelmed holiday employees, but the sparkle seems gone. The shopping landscape simply ain’t what it used to be.
As we’ve seen with the boom of Fashion Nova, there are billion dollar goldmines online. And the success of Zara shows that people want the luxury and quality–but for less.
All is not lost, women still have an insatiable need to shop. Mastering online is key, and for those who still rely on foot traffic, give customers the best experience ever to keep them coming back.
The State of Fashion Is: In Transition. High-Low. Mostly Online. For brands, exhaust all options to get and retain customers, because people have options and the power to choose. And they’re choosing wisely.
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In an interview with Dazed Magazine, Virgil Abloh predicted streetwear is going to die in the coming decade, and consumers will, “hit this…really awesome state of expressing your knowledge and personal style through vintage.”
As a streetwear designer, that’s an interesting point of view. But not at all surprising a hypothesis–one of his best friend’s wives, Kim Kardashian, has been all about the vintage looks as of late. Is he proclaiming her a trendsetter?
Michelle Van-Ess Grant, Associate Professor Director of the Department of Student Life at FIT says, “Streetwear is certainly not dead. FIT has dedicated courses and exhibits to this genre of clothing. But like fashion, nothing ever dies–it simply reinvents itself somewhere else.”
We wholeheartedly agree, though we can see a rise in the appreciation of vintage, for sure. There really is nothing like vintage Dior and Versace!
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Kim Kardashian was lambasted by critics for allegedly wearing blackface on the cover of 7 Hollywood Magazine.
While scrolling, many thought they were looking at Mrs. Beyonce Giselle Knowles Carter…. not Mrs. Kimberly Noel Kardashian West.
Comments on @FashionBombDaily were mixed. Our very own @vuitton wrote, “I teeter on that line that separates the public from being too sensitive from the people on the team at 7 Hollywood being so out of touch with how this appears. She definitely looks darker on the feed than when you enlarge it. Obviously overbronzed. It just bothers me the amount of hands these things go though and NO One thought before finalization to make necessary adjustments. Or to hire Joan Smalls. On Kim’s page, the picture is (smartly) lighter.”
@ThisGuuy_ added, ‘Definitely not blackface. Folks are just sensitive AF!”
I’m with This Guy. I’ve definitely seen blackface in fashion. This is not Blackface.
Also, let’s discuss the idea of cultural appropriation vs. appreciation. Appropriation is taking on another race’s aesthetic properties, cultures, and traditions without giving deference to the culture itself. Basically stealing! Appreciation is doing the same while showing respect and a genuine love. I think Kim does that. It seems she was going through a phase of appreciating vintage garments as worn by Naomi Campbell.
But she shows respect and is friends with Naomi.
She loves black culture so much, she married a rapper.
Some say imitation is the sincerest form of flattery. If she wants to look like a black woman, why not be flattered instead of offended?
Do you think Kim Kardashian wore Blackface on the cover of 7 Hollywood Magazine ?
While most of us were rolling around in sweatpants for the holidays (ahem me), the Kardashian/Jenner sisters went super glam for a pre-Christmas party in couture gowns. Take a look:
Kim Kardashian posed with her gorgeous family in a Dior Fall 2000 Couture Dress.
Check out Kim’s dress on Dior’s 2000 runway:
Khloe Kardashian shined next to daughter True Thompson in golden Bryan Hearns:
And Kylie Jenner jutted out her leg in green Ralph & Russo. Hey, Stormi!
So cute! Which look was your favorite?
See them enjoying their holiday festivities below:
Emily B posed for a fabulous Christmas photo with Fabolous and sons Johan and Jonas wearing an all white look topped off by a $340 Frances Grey hat available on FashionBombDailyShop.com.
Although the match might be the attention-grabber, large sporting events such as Wimbledon in the UK are hubs of fashion, where the famous and the not-so-famous can show off their style in front of fellow tennis fans. To plan an outfit that all the attendees will admire, read on for some inspiration on what to wear to a match, and even how to plan your own sporting party.
How can you show your team pride?
One of the most exciting ways to dress on the days of sporting events is to show your team pride through your outfit, incorporating the colors of your team into your clothing. Now that most matches are flooded with a rainbow supporting the teams playing, you should consider opting for team colors. However, team pride does not have to be garish, and many sports lovers incorporate their team colors into smart outfits such as suits and blazers in order to make a statement and still remain stylish.
However, if you want to go for the traditional look of sporting events, you should consider investing in a team jersey or sweater which enables you to promote your team in an instantly recognisable manner. Although you might not believe that these are the most fashionable options, when paired with a smart skirt or tucked into a pair of bootleg trousers, you will instantly be able to heighten the appearance of this item.
What are the best fashions for sporting events?
When you go to sporting events, there are usually loose dress codes to support your fashions that you must comply with. If you are searching for the perfect feminine look this season, you might consider opting for a full, A-line dress in pastel or pale colors, which will help you to look elegant and regal while aligning with the traditional and classic fashions of most sporting events.
However, suits are always an excellent option for both women and men, as these can help you to adjust to the weather outdoors, as well as remain smart throughout the match. Not only is this a simple option that will ensure that you do not look out of place, but a well-tailored suit can add instant expense to your outfit, however much you paid for it.
You should also consider the options within the sporting match that you are attending. For instance, those attending tennis events may be asked to follow a strictly white dress code, which offers itself to many full-length dresses and pleated shirts throughout the day.
Can you have your own sports party?
If you are attending an after-party, or are simply holding one at home to experience the thrills of the match without actually attending, there are still some considerations for fashion that you should think about. While you may be able to conduct a tennis livestream to allow you to enjoy the event within your own home, enabling you to follow the results wherever you are, most people will still opt for colors that match the sport that they are attending. However, you do not have to keep strictly to this color, and flashes of floral patterns or other pale colors can help you to look chic and stand out.
You may also want to add glamor by combining the traditional colors with metallics and glitter to ensure that you shine throughout the night. Though what could be better than showing off the traditional flair of garden parties? By adding patterned, shirt, and bodycon dresses, you will be able to look sophisticated while enjoying the summer weather.
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Her sneakers have the words “Finesse” and “Tighten Up” on the front.
She looks hot! Remind me to add ‘gym membership” to my New Years Resolutions!
Miami Beach, FL – Jennifer Lopez seen leaving the gym with A-Rod on Christmas Eve. Jlo looks great in a special red matching Christmas ensemble as she exits the gym and heads to the car.
Pictured: Jennifer Lopez
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