Fashion Bomb Daily is getting ready for its very first award ceremony, the FABYs, with a set of fashion superlatives highlighting bomb people and moments we witnessed in 2019! To add to the excitement, we are giving you the chance to vote for a Fashion Bomber of the Year. We shared many dapper men on Fashion Bomb Daily’s Instagram this year, but only one can be THE Fashion Bomber. With that being said, we have gathered 10 fan-fave Fashion Bombers for you to choose from in order to vote for the Fashion Bomber of the Year!
His androgynous, high-end looks are creative and inspires your curiosity into his style choices. We love his fierce use of bold colors and textures, and the way he tells a story with his garments in pictures.
Remember Mohamed (@boon.vivant) from Paris? His style exudes top notch swag! He racked up over 900 likes on our Instagram. We love how he makes all black look so fashionable with a pop of color!
Dexter’s dope style was one that was hard to miss. He knows how to keep his street style on point with the dopest sneakers and most vibrant color combinations!
He writes, “With my keen eye for detail, fresh approach to styling, and ability to simultaneously predict trends and transcend them. I believe I have solidified my presence in an ever-changing industry. I would describe my style as classy, yet edgy and vibrant. I love the creative part of mixing patterns and using bold colours to highlight my personality. I believe dressing well is a form of expression, enabling you to say who you are without uttering a single word.”
He writes, “My style can be described as “versatile”. I try not to conform to any gender or social norms, rather keep my looks fluid. My outfits change according with my mood, the weather, and which version of myself I am choosing to showcase to the world. Fashion is the way I tell my story without saying a single word.”
David was a particular favorite of ours for 2019! He possesses such a unique personality and style that truly sets him apart in a crowd. The stashe definitely adds that extra flare to his looks though!
Josiah is definitely a classic man when it comes to style and fashion! You will always catch him in his polished drip while in the streets of Brussels.
How could we forget Franck from Brooklyn? Franck keeps it debonair when it comes to his sense of style, keeping it classy and confident in tailored looks.
Our Bombers took their style to the next level in 2019!
Now, it is your time to vote for this year’s Fashion Bomber of the Year:
Vote for your favorites above, and be sure to join us for our Holiday Party and Awards show, The Faby’s, on December 13th in New York City. Get your tickets today at TheFabys.eventbrite.com.
Wedding Jewelry is essential to complete the perfect look of the bride. When it is our wedding, we need to be prepared by looking perfectly beautiful in white and matched with the right kind of jewelry. As we all know, there are various styles of jewelry, so we will find it challenging to choose the right jewelry for our skin tone and our wedding dress.
Search Online
If we don’t have an idea of what dress that we want, we can surf the internet to see the beautiful wedding dresses. In this manner, we will be aware of the design of the dresses and pieces of jewelry that we can wear. We will be able to know the tips that can ensure we can have a transformation to ourselves. Ahead of time, we must look for our dream dress or the dress that we like and the jewelry. It can help us not to regret that we choose it , and have the best experience on your wedding day that we can treasure. Here are the quick guides in choosing our elegant wedding day jewelry:
Do Not “Overdo” It
We must take note that your selected jewelry must not outshine the wedding dress. It should blend well with your overall look to surprise your groom while you stand out walking down the aisle.
Choose Pieces of Wedding Jewelriesaccording to on the Dress’ Fabric
If we find it challenging to choose the jewelry like platinum, yellow gold, or rose gold, so you must go for the jewelry that will complement the fabric of your dress. For example, we have white fabric; then, we will opt for platinum or silver pieces. If it has ivory color, it is best that we choose the gold jewelry to enhance our look. When we have the wedding dress in pink, we can pair it with the rose gold.
Consider Your Dress’ Neckline
Use the neckline of your wedding dress as your basis on the kind of jewelry you can wear on your wedding day. When our dress has a strapless or sweetheart neckline, it is suitable to choose the choker or shorter necklace. We can also add up with bridal jewelry sets, such as chandelier earrings, fresh flowers in our hair, small bracelet, bangle, and cocktail ring.
Keep Jewelry Highlighted
In choosing a set of jewelry, we must select jewelry that can highlight our dress. The color of the metal must ensure that it will not be worn out for our special day. It is essential that we will not wear many accessories to prevent ourselves from looking messy and feeling uncomfortable due to the heavy earring.
Avoid Too Many Colors in Wedding Jewelry
A piece of jewelry that has too many colors is abig no-no since it will distract other people from looking at your overall beauty. We should go for a single or bi-colors that is appropriate for the wedding dress that we choose. Even if we love more pieces of jewelry, it is essential that we must forget for the sake of the wedding that we always dreamed of.
Conclusion
Before the wedding day, there are a lot of preparations that we need, like the date, the church, the wedding designers, bridesmaids, and many more. The wedding is the most waited moment to start a new chapter of our life as family and loved ones will witness that special date. It is our day. That is why we must own it by choosing the best dress and necklace to make our day.
This article was exclusively written Stav Fine Jewelry
The Box bag, the latest in Bomb Accessories trend of this year. There are many different ways you could rock the classic, ultra-ladylike look. Big or mini, leather or perspex, embellished or simple. There is a box bag out there for all you Bombshells.
One of Louis Vuitton versions of the style, the Petit Malle bag features panels of the iconic LV monogram print on embossed leather. Decorated with gold embellishments in various shapes and patterns – some of which are delicately engraved with the LV logo.
A subtle update for the strap, a chunky leather and gold chain is used. Showing the latest modern upgrade to some of our Louis Vuitton favs such as the Alma bag. The look is finished off with a treasure box style clasp.
The damage? It is the top end of the wish list, sitting pretty at $5,700 and available on LouisVuitton.com
Up next for our voting category we have the stylish minds responsible for our celebrity Fashion Bombshells and Bombers style, and wicked looks! Although they’re mostly behind the scenes, these stylists curate designer ensembles for our favorite celebs to hit the scene and shut it down.
We will announce the winner at the Faby’s in New York City on December 13th. Get your tickets here.
Read about our nominees below:
Zerina Akers
Main clients: Beyoncé, Chloe x Halle and Niecy Nash.
When the world stops every time Queen Bey drops a flick on the ‘gram, best believe Zerina Akers is responsible for our mouths hitting the floor. Some of her biggest moments included Beyoncé ‘s Lion King premiere red carpet look in Cong Tri, and curating some of the most astonishing looks in the mega pop star’s ‘Spirit’ Video.
Zerina is also behind the stylish duo Chloe x Halle evoking kindred ‘seashells’ in eclectic dresses by Armine Ohanyan and Niecy Nash making us yelp a ‘yassss’ with a curve hugging Redemption gown. We love how she caters to her clients by revamping their styles with clever designers that showcase their personality!
2. Kollin Carter
Main clients: Cardi B, Normani and Anok Yai.
Where there’s a Cardi B appearance, best believe Kollin Carter is not too far behind! He has been with the rap star since the start of her career, and the Cinderella story that we had the pleasure of witnessing, includes a multitude of stunning moments that are truly magical; especially on the red carpet! We’ve all seen that classic Thierry Mugler number, followed by the epic Thom Browne moment for the Met gala!
Since then he has taken the talented singer Normani under his wing, along the stunning model Anok Yai. Carter brings the heat with pieces that hit, and bring out the vivacious aura his clients are known for.
3. Rob Zangardi and Mariel Haenn
Main clients: JLO, Gwen Stefani, and Hailee Steinfeld.
As the old saying goes: two heads are definitely better than one. The styling duo Rob Zangardi and Mariel Haenn have mastered the art of knowing who they’re working with to the letter. Their styling can be defined in two words: refined and striking!
When it comes to the delicate, and effortless style of Hailee Steinfeld or the piping hot aura of legends JLO and Gwen Stefani, they understand range and the importance of taking chances with their looks. By snagging fun designers and playful pieces, their clients are shown wonderfully!
4. Wayman and Micah
Main clients: Mary J. Blige, Tessa Thompson, Regina Hall, Ki Ki Layne
A duo that has left their mark on the red carpets, and appearances alike are none other than Wayman Bannerman and Micah McDonald.
The Majority of their clients make moments so authentic, and true to themselves that it’s due to the impeccable discernment of both Bannerman and McDonald. Every time Regina King steps on the carpet in an astonishing look, or Tessa Thompson smolders with a signature edgy fire, you know immediately the two responsible for bringing forth such class and sophistication in an array of styles!
5. J Bolin
Main clients: Michelle Williams, Tyra Banks, Pastor Sarah Jakes Roberts, Letoya Luckett-Walker
J Bolin sets the scene and creates moments each…and every…time.
From full and flirty A-line skirts tocrisp white collar tops on a bright and sunny day, to vivid patterned dresses, the true essence of a woman is embraced In Bolin’s styling! His taste is so magnificent that it’s a no brainer he does more than create looks, interior designs and creates collections. As he would put it: he takes the style beyond the closet.
6. Jason Rembert
Main Clients: Marsai Martin, Odell Beckham Jr., Rita Ora, Issa Rae, Michael B. Jordan, John Boyega
Although he first sought out to be a magazine editor firsthand when starting at Elle and W magazine, Jason Rembert truly found his calling as a stylist and now a designer.
A trailblazing stylist and designer, he is responsible for cultivating many looks we simply can’t get enough of. He dresses our other faves as well, like Issa Rae, who beams on any red carpet she attends; most times in Rembert’s very own fashion line Alliette he debuted last year. Not only is he an astounding stylist that get men like Odell Beckham Jr. together too, he’s a wicked designer that’s emerging in an even bigger light! He gives credit to Wouri Vice for giving him a true start in styling as an intern, and building his passion for styling as a main focus. Oh, how we’re grateful!
7. Law Roach
Main clients: Zendaya, Ariana Grande, Tiffany Haddish, Jamila Jaleel
It’s safe to say, all of his clients are #fLAWless. A silent killer when it comes to wardrobe styling, he lets the outfit do all the talking. Law Roach is a proclaimed Image Architect and celebrity stylist, that’s accredited for transforming clients into brands, buttressed by great style.
He elevates this clients to a level that makes them shine brighter with the true star power they posses. From Celine Dion’s magnificent week in Paris for Couture Week to serving as a Co-Creative Director for Zendaya’s shoe line, and appearing as a judge for ANTM’s cycle 23, Law Roach has proven that his skills are endless with the necessary range and fearless attitude to achieve any look.
8. Ade Samuel
Main clients: Justine Skye, Big Sean, Michael B. Jordan, Letitia Wright
Ade Samuel is responsible for the effortless swagger that’s evident in Big Sean’s cool style, the suave and majestic presence of Michael B. Jordan, and the dashing and riveting beauty of Justine Skye at any appearance.
Samuel knows what works because it comes naturally to her. Her easy going style when working with celebs makes us appreciate each fashion moment served so much more. From her clients style, you can tell she allows their comfort to take precedence in what works for their looks, which makes each moment a certified go in our book!
9. Scot Louie
Main clients: Keke Palmer and Ryan Destiny
That youthful glow you see our girls Keke Palmer and Ryan Destiny possess? It’s black girl magic and then some. Of course with bomb looks styled by no one other than Scot Louie, they simply have a wow factor that’s hard to find!
Starting as a stylist at the tender age of 15 is truly commendable, and speaks volumes on Louie’s work ethic. He makes it known under his posts with a witty hashtag #FashionNEEDSMe, and well…it’s true! Louie has managed to excite our timeline with look after look, that can only be done by a person with a keen eye, and amazing style. He reminds us that having fun in your wardrobe is key.
10. Jason Bolden
Main clients: Yara Shahidi, Taraji P. Henson, Janet Mock and Ella Balinska
Who would actually believe that Creative Director, Co-Founder of JSN Studio, and stylist extraordinaire Jason Bolden considered the medical field, first hand!? But thanks to blowing his funds on an expensive bag as a college student, he found his calling working retail at Cynthia Rowley, Oscar De La Renta, and Louis Vuitton to name a few.
He later moved to NYC and opened his vintage boutique ‘The Garment Room’ where he met close friend Gabrielle Union-Wade, and his career soared since then when styling her for an event off whim. That moment followed working with Taraji P. Henson who promised his career could only go up from there with her help in revitalizing his spirit and niche off styling! Now in LA with beau Adair Curtis, the savvy interior designer and co-founder of JSN studio, they work as a partnership while ‘Styling Hollywood’; which is also the name of their amazing Netflix series that follows the couple throughout day as they operate their multi-disciplinary design firm. It’s a must see, and I can assure you it’s only up from here for Bolden!
11. Shiona Turini
Shown to be a magnetic force within the fashion industry, Shiona Turini credits include editorial work as costume designer, styling consultant, and editor for magazines such as W, Cosmopolitan and Teen Vogue.
Fast forward to her most recent works as a freelance stylist, Turini has worked on Solange’s groundbreaking project ‘A Seat the Table,’ HBO’s ‘Insecure’ as a costume designer, and recently styled her first film with Queen and Slim! It’s safe to say Shiona Turini is not this or that, but instead a talented visionary with a multitude of talents that aren’t confined or limited!
The lovely ladies of ATL, one of the most fashionable states notable for all things glam, have a certain flare and pizzazz about their looks that’s oh, so charming. And if you’re one of Atlanta’s finest, you’ve definitely received the royal treatment by Jeremy Haynes, better known as #NoIGJeremy.
While we’re heavily immersed in this digital age, where all things social for networking and connecting are done over apps, Haynes put the work in behind the scenes with out actually being on the ‘Gram until this year! Talk about epic. Best believe his name was established with his signature hashtag #NoIGJeremy before even having an @ name. Since then, he’s helped some of our favorite Georgia Peaches keep it glossy and chic before hitting the scene!
14. Diandre Tristan
Main Clients: Robin Roberts, Nicki Minaj, Dyllón Burnside, Angie Martinez
According to the style veteran with a decade of experience under his belt, and 3 Emmy awards to show for it: when you look good, you feel good. There’s no doubt Diandre Tristan has an eye for women style, and keeping them comfortable in their skin while looking phenomenal is a top priority.
As we take a look at his style journey with Robin Roberts from GMA, Roberts radiates on the screen while serving look after look, and we’re totally here for it! The most inspiring part about their journey together was how he got started working with our adored anchor. By showing up consistently and doing all he could to prove himself, Tristan received such amazing opportunity. How inspiring!
Main Clients: Laura Govan, Fantasia Barrino, Marlo Hampton, Nene Leakes
Daniel Hawkins is a true style transformer, taking ladies from all backgrounds and making them into svelte, sometimes edgy, always fabulous glamazons.
If you follow his catchy handle, @1800DHawk, you’l’l see the fruits of his labor: ladies in cinches waist dresses or separates, high hems, gilded fabrics, and nonstop glamour.
Who’s your favorite stylist in 2019?
Be sure to vote above and join us at The Faby’s Awards on Dec. 13th for the announcement of winners! Visit Thefabys.eventbrite.com to RSVP!
We all have electronic gadgets that are helpful in our daily activities. But have you ever wondered how they work? These appliances serve us good, yet we rarely care about the way of connectivity or their composing elements. When it comes to routers and switches, Cisco stands out as the best corporation in the arena of networking. Ideally, the best platform to learn networking concepts and earn respective qualitative certifications is Cisco.
The corporation is hence the currently reigning IT giant that provides data processing products, by also serving as certifications’ platform for professionals who want to build a career in different software domains. Accordingly, Cisco presents a variety of certifying and preparation routes to proceed from the beginner level to the most advanced expert one. These corporation’s certification levels are Entry, Associate, Professional, Expert, and Architect, recently complemented by Specialist one following the Associate.
So, if you’vebecome interested in validating your experience in Cisco networking devices, read on and get to know how to pass required 100-105 test and earn one of the associated credentials, for instance, Cisco Certified Entry Networking Technician.
Exam 100-105 Description
Let’s go further and see that Interconnecting Cisco Networking Devices, Part1 (ICND1) or 100-105 is a qualifying exam for the number of certifications, particularly, CCENT, CCDA, CCNA Routing and Switching, CCNA Security, and CCNA Wireless. It is an entry-level assessment that introduces you to the world of networking by shaping a firm and steady foundation for you to venture into the industry.
Passing this exam assures the employers that you have the ability to maneuver all aspects of small enterprise branch network functions such as installation, operation, and troubleshooting, as well as basic network security. Substantially, the assessment estimates applicants’ understanding of the following topics:
Basics of LAN Switching, holding 26% of the whole exam content
Fundamentals of Network and Routing covering 20% and 25% respectively
Maintenance of Infrastructure, comprising 14% of the test
Infrastructure Services holding 15% of the assessment
As an entry-level exam, 100-105 has no prerequisites. However, the wishing candidates should study well the exam aspects, get familiarized with all the concepts involved and eventually pass this 45-55 multiple-choice test within 1 hour and 30 minutes. Note that the registration fee is $165, and the official proctor of the test is the Pearson VUE website.
Exam Preparation Options Available
Classroom Training
This is the most recommended mode of getting ready. It allows you to follow every networking concept from the 6 modules included in the course. It is also a perfect option because it provides two ways of delivery, in a classroom and virtually. In order to make your preparation efficient, you do not have to move from your place, just access the site and grasp all the crucial exam concepts from the screen.
Once you have got the knowledge and skills to pass the main exam, it is important to assess your experience. The practice tests thus are the most crucial materials as they give you’re the best overview and prowess in all the exam questions you could expect. The reason for this is that they are uploaded by real test takers who know what the examiners expect from candidates. Moreover, at PrepAway.biz these dumps are free.
Besides, take advantage of the Premium Bundle and be astonished by the awesome 3-in-1 learning materials set for 100-105! All the material included (a premium file, a training course, and a study guide) have been checked and compiled by IT experts. This package helps candidates to identify their knowledge gaps and thus increase their score.
Vendor-Offered Study Groups
Why struggle alone when you can learn with a group? There are various benefits of sharing content with your peers. A study group is important by proposing you a chance to learn various concepts from your colleagues. In most scenarios, your peers will have a different way of solving various networking problems that you might come across during the exam period. This way, you will get familiarized with alternative techniques to ace your performance in Cisco 100-105 exam.
Use ETE Exam Simulator
The days of preparing for your assessments traditionally are long. Well, be advised of the ETE Exam Simulator designed by the Vumingo team which is the latest software designed to meet the demands of the pickiest specialists. Thisway, it recreates the main exam environment in a customized way so that you can define time to complete the test. In addition, this software allows to address topical questions and assess your core understanding. Finally, it’s possible to print a performed scoresheet showing percentage score in every topic field. Therefore, you will understand the key areas which you need to polish up.
Job Opportunities
Systems Engineer
Network Administrator
IT Support Specialist
There are several job opportunities associated with this Cisco certification. According to the latestPayScale.com research, network engineers certified with Cisco badges earn an annual basic salary that ranges from $51,000 to $68,000.
Bottom Line
Networking is one of the fields where providing means of doing business and communication is crucial. Hence, specialists in the networking industry areencouraged to upgrade their skills through relevant certification courses that address most in-demand skills.
In this view, Cisco 100-105 would be the ideal certification exam for future network engineers to considertaking because it covers the fundamental networking concepts.
All the best with your PrepAway training as you start your networking career with the Cisco 100-105 exam and, hence aim for one of its resulting badges!
For our next voting category we have the mega minds behind the looks and amazing styles of our favorite celebrities: The Designers! There’s no style without the vision coming to life from the sketchbook, to the runway so it’s time for you guys to vote for who had the most innovative collections throughout the year that left us in awe!
Founded in 2013, the clothing brand by designer Kerby Jean-Raymond is notable for its designs that showcase an enriched culture for his people, and inspired by his people. Since 2016, after presenting a riveting and socially conscious 12 minute video about political controversy, police brutality, and race on the runway, the label has been pushing the envelope. Through Pyer Moss, Jean-Raymond exclaims the narrative that creatively and passionately activism can be shown boldly through clothing.
He is one of the few that is placed in the forefront as a voice of change in fashion. Pyer Moss is thought-provoking as well as stylish. Since 2017, after announcing a collaboration with Reebok, his taste in clothing continuously evolves. Our beloved celebrities in the Hip-Hop community and urban avenues take to the brand like a badge of honor. Marching to beat of his own drum, his label carves a lane specifically for black people that has seemingly been missing in the history of fashion for some time. Jean Raymond presents layers of rich history unapologetically, and we applaud him for it.
An eponymous label formally debuted in 2013, Laquan Smith simply serves an IT factor like no other. He is a global deliverer of glam, vivacious seams and steamy silhouettes that flatter the female figure. We cherish a designer that can come from such humble beginnings and climb to the top, graciously. Smith started as an intern for BlackBook, and juggled his time working for stylist Elizabeth Sulcer, but utilized the treasured item of a sewing machine left by his passing grandmother to reinforce his passion in becoming a designer.
Since his first garment made up until now, he has dressed and designed for a few of our favorite celebs like Beyoncé, Rihanna, Keke Palmer, Cardi B, Kim Kardashian-West and JLO! From epic collaborations, serving raw and edgy denim with Jordache, to an ASOS partnership in 2018 that boasted sassy separates and chic pieces, Laquan Smith proves that his talents as a designer are limitless!
Fashion-forward and innovative are a few words that come to mind when thinking of Dutch designer Iris van Herpen. Founded in 2007, van Herpen has managed to build up her fashion label in a signature form that blurs the lines of art, technology, and haute couture.
Since 2011, Paris Fashion Week has welcomed her collections with open arms and dropped jaws. A past intern of Alexander McQueen and Claude Jongstra, she has mastered the skill of garment construction that has an eclectic 3D element. With womenswear, her main focus for all of her collections, she specializes in fantasy couture with a fiery flare that continues to push the envelope.
Appointed at the helm of a groundbreaking fashion house by the tender of 24, Oliver Rousteing has proven his creative prowess as one-of-a kind. Each collection since 2011 has proven his razor sharp skills to be stellar; after all, he was a designer for Roberto Cavalli.
With the rise of social media overtaking creative circles to be the top form of communication, the young designer has taken the digital generation by storm. From appointing celebrities to be apart of his #BalmainArmy like Beyoncé, Cara Delevingne, the Kardashians, and the Hadids to name a few, to mastering that signature Balmain style of singular silhouettes and sharp shoulders, Rousteing has managed to carve a virtual movement that has solidified his lane in the fashion world.
We were first introduced to the talented Michael Costello as a competing designer on Bravo’s Project Runway in 2010. Week after week he proved himself to be a strong contender and ended up coming in 4th place as a fan favorite! So much so, he competed in Project Runway All Stars and came in second place, and despite him not winning the competition his big moment came just shy of two years later. Nationally in 2014, Costello received major attention when Beyoncé wore his now epic lace white dress to the 56th Annual Grammy Awards!
A moment he considers a turning point in his career, we can accredit Michael Costello for his ability to compliment the female figure with beautiful red carpet gowns, flowy and chic separates, as well as eye popping draping for a daring wow factor. From collaborating with Lou Eyrich to designing Lady Gaga’s gowns for American Horror Story, to winning a nationwide fashion challenge on GMA the same year in 2016, Michael Costello has managed to make the impossible possible with his talent and determination!
Those quoted words of a label known as ‘Off-White’ is so distinct, and you have to know who’s responsible by now: Ghanaian American designer Virgil Abloh. Rewind time to 2009, after scoring an internship with best friend Kanye West at Fendi, Virgil Abloh entered the fashion world and took the bull by the horns…internationally. The two individuals collaborated on various fashion projects, with Virgil Abloh eventually appointed as Kanye West’s creative director. Now the artistic director of Louis Vuitton menswear, the trajectory of luxury street wear has shifted to greater heights with the help of Abloh’s crafty and cunning eye.
As the youngest designer to ever win Bravo’s Project Runway at 23, Christian Siriano’s eponymous label was released to the world in 2008 for the world to rave over; as if his challenge wins of epic designs from the season weren’t enough! Christian Siriano has been a force to be reckoned with, and he has solidified his place in the fashion industry with his lustrous and enchanting collections that keeps his clients glowing.
From Billy Porter’s jaw-dropping tuxedo gown at the Oscars, and Niecy Nash gleaming like a glitter goddess in a pink shimmery number, his talent speaks for itself!
Unapologetically “dapper” than them all, the dashing harlemite Mr. Daniel Day better known as Dapper Dan, has made a movement with his passion, and it has inspired the culture like no other. A designer, haberdasher and couturier, his rise is no accident, and his just due is certainly long over.
Accredited for bringing fly glamour and chic to the urban underbelly of NYC, Dapper Dan is a pioneer for making “knock-ups”, a necessity. Before his partnership with Gucci, the cocaine 80s in Harlem, NY were his stomping grounds of being the go-to tailor for Hip-Hop’s Elite. From drug kingpins to rappers Eric B and Rakim, Big Daddy Kane, LL Cool J, and Mike Tyson they’ve all had the honor of receiving his signature dose of swagger. Despite the controversy regarding his custom pieces in his boutique that opened in 1982, his venture with Gucci today proves how treasured Mr. Dan’s vision is, and how much of a gift he is to American culture.
It takes a clever mind to transform a line of hand-knit sweaters and build his craft into a multi-million dollar business. But having a creative gene and knack for fashion like thee Marc Jacobs, it’s a no brainer! Jacobs had an early start as a stock boy for a boutique that specialized in avant-garde while attending Parsons: The New School in NYC.
It wasn’t long before his hand-knit sweaters evolved into a collaboration with Robert Duffy, to a collection designed in 1986 that bore his own name. In 1997 he was appointed as Louis Vuitton’s Creative Director and Marc by Marc Jacobs was formed in 2001, where lines of perfumes, signature sultry scents, and ready-to-wear collections expanded the designers creative prowess and power. Throughout his career Marc Jacobs has proven himself to be a trailblazer in the fashion industry with his mega mind and innovation.
That does it!
Who do you believe is Designer of the Year?
Vote below and be sure to join us at The Faby Awards, Dec. 13th in NYC! Get your tickets at Thefabys.eventbrite.com.
Last night, I popped into a Sister Love MJB Jewelry pop up event at Aloft Hotel in Long Island, hosted by Simone I. Smith and Mary J. Blige.
In case you haven’t heard of Sister Love MJB, here’s the 411: accessories lover Simone I. Smith launched her eponymous jewelry line in 2011 to satisfy her passion for fashion accessories and also give back to her community. A 14-year-cancer survivor, it was important for Simone that a portion of proceeds of each jewelry sale went back to the American Cancer Society.
In 2018, Simone partnered with long time friend Mary J. Blige to create Sister Love MJB. Their collection references hip hop culture of the 80’s and 90’s with big silver or gold hoops, door knockers, and gold chains.
The collection immediately took off, with fly fashionistas like Misa Hylton, Taraji P. Henson, Tamron Hall, Missy Elliott, Keke, and so many more rocking their accessories for everything from regular outings to TV appearances.
Last night, guests, friends, and family came to shop the collection for the holidays. Beats were bumping, Ciroc and wine were flowing, and everyone had a great time shopping for a great cause! I said hey to friends Nina Cooper, Duckie Confetti, and of course Simone and Mary!
I personally LOVE Sister Love MJB. As a hoops girl, I really don’t need more in my jewelry box than my Sister Love MJB hoops in silver or gold. I have a few more items on my wish list for Christmas, including their Nefertiti necklace covered in Crystals (raise your hand if your mom had one of those growing up) and their blinged out Bam Beauties hoops. So Bomb!
Do you often feel stuck when selecting gifts for your loved ones? Well, the good news is that you are not alone, as many people find themselves in your shoes time and again. You have probably racked your brain for ideas but cannot seem to get an answer. After all, you cannot hand your husband cufflinks each time his birthday comes up. And for a 7 year anniversary gift, you cannot go with the standard options. Here are some great gift ideas that will work with any occasion:
A gold rose This gift will impress any of the special women in your life, more so your wife or girlfriend. It embodies months of hard work, which serves as a representation of the efforts you take to keep the relationship going. Plus, it is beautiful and is a gift that she can hold on to for years to come. So if you need something for that birthday or anniversary coming up soon, voila!
An eye mask Let’s suppose you have a loved one who likes to take naps but cannot get a conducive environment for this. Maybe your friend likes to doze off in the office after work. But the lights flashing around them get in the way, and they have to make do with eye bags for the better partof the day. An eye mask would solve this problem. And it gets even better if you get one with a message. It could read anything from ‘do not disturb’ to more obscene phrases. You know your friend best, so choose accordingly.
A Pamper Pack No, your wife does not have to wait till the weekend to get some me-time at the spa. She can get it from the comfort of her home if you gift her with a pamper pack. It should have everything from scrubs to cleansers to moisturizers. When she’s done at work, she can get to pamper herself. Make this time easier for her by handling the chores, cooking or getting takeout, and handling the pets and kids. It will not be much of me-time if she has to care for the house and kids in the middle of her pedicure. Show her how sensitive and appreciative you are.
A Book What does your loved one like to read? For that funny friend, you can get a book of jokes which they can read over and over till they cram some of the phrases. For someone who is always coaching you on money and frowning upon extra expenditure, how about a book on finance? Match the genre of the book to the personality of the recipient. And as they flip the pages, learning something all the while, they can think of you. If you know of someone who would rather write than read, a journal would be in order.
A Massager Some people often suffer aches as a result of strain on their bodies. Maybe your librarian friend tires from lifting and arranging books all day. Or your friend always complains about wrist aches from handling reports all day. Maybe your wife complains of backaches after she’s done working at the office and dealing with the kids at home. You can be a lifesaver by gifting a loved one with a massager. Figure out where the ache is and get a machine that can effectively target the affected muscles. As they sit back and await the easing of tension, your loved ones can think of how amazing you are.
A great gift is all about understanding what your loved one needs at a given time. If the cold season has them battling cases of flu right, left and center, get them warm socks and boots.
Address a need, and you will have the gifting process down to an art.
Uber-cool Italian based brand GCDS (aka God Can’t Destroy Streetwear) specialises in streetwear designs with modern unexpected twists. Founded in 2015, the brand has quickly risen to fame with their large logos, graphics and unexpected collaborations (such as Jurassic Park and Hello Kitty for their Spring 2020 collection)
Imaan Hammam rocking the Damier boot
Aside from clothing, the brand also creates shoes, sunglasses and has its’ own beauty line.
One of the standout pieces has to be the Damier boot. These beauties are covered in a black and white diamond print, complete with a pop of purple to add some color and a chunky gold chain. These eye-catching knee-high booties has a hefty price tag with it at $1,342 a pair.
