Today’s Fashion Bomber of the day is Joseph aka @mr.jhines.
Classy at its finest!
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Just a few days ago, the Fashion Bomb Daily team headed to Harlem to shoot one of Uptown’s finest, Yandy Smith.
While most of us are familiar with the mother, entrepreneur, and reality star from her nine seasons on Love and Hip Hop New York, Smith actually began her career as an intern for Mona Scott Young at Violator Records. Yandy remembers, “I studied everything about how Mona ran her business and interacted with multiple business owners. She had Violator Records, Violator Management, she had a restaurant, and Mona was producing her first show on UPN 9 called the Road to Stardom with Missy Elliott. That was my first experience seeing a woman having multiple streams of income and juggling it all–and at the time she had two babies. Mona really helped shape my view on women bosses. I had never been around a woman who owned a company, was bossy, proud, and who earned her stripes on her own. She really helped me to see: If you want to make money in your sleep, you [have] to have several streams of income so that you can live the life you’ve worked hard for. That is definitely what I strive to do. “
Yandy does just that. In between posing for photos on stoops in her old stomping ground, she took calls arranging pick ups for her kids Omere and Skylar, answered emails for her various business ventures including website and mentorship program Everything Girls Love and her new all natural plant based line Yelle Skincare, and checked in on her foster child, Infinity.
Her relationship with Infinity began with mentorship, which is extremely important to her. She said, “There was a time when both of my parents were addicted to drugs. A lot of my development and growth came from people in my life who decided to help me out. One person in particular who helped change the trajectory of my life was Mickey Drexler, the former CEO of the GAP. He came to my high school one day, and I started a conversation. I was the first high school intern the GAP had at their corporate office. Then I got offered an internship in California in the summertime. Then I got a scholarship to Howard from the GAP. I would have never been able to afford Howard University. My mom and my dad, they didn’t really make any money. That was the first big change in my life. Everyone Mickey personally handpicked for me to work with had a huge influence on how I wanted to conduct myself in business. By the time I graduated school, I decided I didn’t want to work at the GAP in California. I came to New York and started interning for Mona Scott Young.” And the rest is history.
Her tips for those just starting in the industry: “Find the need of the company. And it might be miniscule. When I started working with Mona, I started cleaning her office. I had graduated from Howard University with honors. But I saw that her office was a mess. I [called and] said, “Hi I’m Yandy, I need an internship.” They told me they weren’t looking for any interns at the time. I pretty much became a pest. I called and called, then showed up at the office and begged. And even though they said they weren’t looking for interns, I noticed that Mona’s office was a mess. I said, “You guys aren’t looking for interns, but she needs somebody to clean her office.” I came in, and I organized her CD’s and the papers on her desk, better than any other person probably organized her office in her life. And that is what became my career in the music business. Even though they didn’t need me, I was going to make them want me and need me. I was the first one to come into the office and a lot of times, I was the last one to leave. My job didn’t stop when the office hours were over at 7. I then would drop Mona home. If Mona needed me to cook dinner, I would cook dinner, if she needed me to help her with the kids, I would help her with the kids. I looked at my internship as a stepping stone to my next level in life. I told myself it was my grad school. I was making $100 a week doing all that, but from there, I went on tour with Missy, Beyonce, Tamia, Aaliyah, and Alicia Keys. That’s what got my foot on the ground and stabilized in the industry.”
If you are entry level at a company, Yandy advises, “Come in ready to work. Be the best at whatever task large or small. Dress for the job you want, and not the job you have. Be professional. When you come in as an intern, it’s easy to think it’s not a real job or you can play around. [Take it seriously]. Don’t make friends with the artists. I came to work and I was about my business. I didn’t fraternize too much and I didn’t play. For women, especially in the music industry, there’s a magnifying glass on us because people want to think we are using our physical attributes to further ourselves. So I was very conscious of how I behaved with male artists and male counterparts. It’s sad that you have to think like that or do that. But for me, I was very conscious of that because I didn’t want anyone to think I got to where I was because of a romantic relationship I had with anyone. That was something that separated me from the women I worked with.”
For our shoot, we aimed to reflect the multifaceted nature of a modern day business woman, with a throwback, retro vibe. This was a bit of a departure for Yandy, who says she’s never considered herself a fashionista. She says, “This is a dream for me. When I worked with Missy, I was constantly running around or sleeping on tour buses. I was a sweatpant and t-shirt kind of girl. I never wore makeup. I used to wrap my hair at night and comb it down. Now, I do a little more with my hair, I do a little bit more with my face, and I wear sparkles! It has been a transition. Now I love fashion. I love following your page, I love looking at magazines seeing what the latest styles are. I’m so in love with how [clothes] can set my mood. They can tell you how I’m feeling and they can even change my mood. I can put on a different outfit and I can feel so sexy. I can put on a bossy outfit, and I’m walking down the street, like I’m a STRAIGHT BOSS, you better act like it. But I never knew this. When I was running around on tour or even in college, [I wore] sweats, t-shirts, jeans, and sneakers. I feel so liberated when I can put on an outfit and become [a Glamazon].”
Now that Yandy is a certified glamazon and a public figure, she has decided to take an unconventional turn: use her platform to effect change. She offers, “I never set out to be famous. I never thought I had the look or the attitude to be a celebrity. What I knew was that I had something to say. I knew that I wanted to create a platform where people would care about the things I had to say. Love and Hip Hop created that avenue for me, and I’m thankful for that. Now that I have all these followers, it is time for me to say something important for the children out there, for my children out there, for the people that don’t have voices. For the people that want to say things but have never been given the opportunity to speak their truth or they live in fear. I feel that I’ve been put in this position to speak for those people. There are so many things that I’m concerned about. I’m concerned abut the school to prison pipeline, I’m concerned about prison reform, I’m concerned about the disparity in education depending on the neighborhoods you live in, I’m concerned about women’s rights, I’m concerned about how we are treated when we walk into these boardrooms. So instead of just being concerned about it, I’ve made a decision to add action to my concern. And I guess they call that activism. But it’s just a very concerned woman, a very concerned mother, and a very concerned neighborhood chick, that wants what’s right. Because I deserve it, my babies deserve it, you deserve it, and the voiceless deserve it.”
Giving a voice to the voiceless and prison reform are also subjects that hit close to home for Yandy– her husband Mendeeces is currently incarcerated. For women dealing with similar situations, she offers, “You are not alone. The rate of incarceration especially for black men is higher than it’s ever been. When the situation happened, I was very ashamed and embarrassed. I went into an extreme depression because I felt like I was going to be judged by something that happened in his past, just for loving him. A lot of the depression was because he was going to be gone. Also the thought of public opinion and judgement. If you have children, find a village that supports you that loves you and will protect your mental space. There will be some people who will judge you or will have stuff to say or think you conspired or were involved. Build a village that will protect your mental space, build you up, and [hold you down].”
Seeing the true effects of community and mentorship, she has decided to commit her life to doing the same. From her experience, she says, “I’ve learned that one man or woman can change the world. I’ve realized that with mentorship and guidance, we can absolutely change the face of a generation.”
Stay tuned for our video with Yandy on Youtube.com/FashionbombTV! And for those Memphis Bombshells, Yandy will be joining us for Convos with Claire Memphis on April 20th! RSVP today at CWCMemphis.eventbrite.com.
Dressing well is an art. Your dressing sense makes you popular in your circle. You feel good when people praise your dress, and it also boosts your confidence level.
But most of the men don’t know how to dress. They wear wrong colors of shirts and jeans, unmatched tie, and comfortable mens dress shoes which destroy their whole look.
If you are buying an expensive shirt but it is not according to the event or occasion which you have to attend it can make you look sloppy. So here you can get some ideas about how can you dress.
Invest Wisely On Your Dress
Wearing expensive clothes is not the way to look stylish. If you want an elegant look, then invest wisely. Sometimes men think spending more money on clothes can make them look good. In fact, their dressing sense make them attractive. So, choose what suits you.
Wear Light Colors
If you are planning for shopping, then try to pick light colors for yourself. Because wearing light colors of both shirts and jeans make you more attractive, and it shows your good taste.
So while building your wardrobe don’t ignore the color coordination. Avoid wearing
Red
Yellow
Orange
These colors, especially in summers, can make a man’s whole appearance messy. So, always choose light colors while buying shirts for you.
When you wear light color, it enhances your personality and gives you a complete look. Your dress represented your personality and showed your dressing sense. So, always dress appropriately and use colors like blue, white, and grey.
Get the Right Fit
Do you want a stylish look by just wearing a simple shirt and jeans?
Then get the size of your clothes which fits you. Have you ever noticed that how a man can look stylish by just wearing a shirt and jeans? Because he wears the size which suits him.
If you also eagerly want this stylish look, then wear shirts which fit you. Men prefer to wear loose-fitting clothes because they feel more comfortable in their loose dresses. But your free size shirts and jeans can destroy your whole look and make you unattractive.
For a catchy look always wear a shirt which fits you in its size. Next time when you go for shopping try to pick the shirts and jeans of your waist and shoulders.
You can find your size if you try a shirt before purchasing it. You can also buy quality men shirts of every size and color online.
Your Footwear Complete Your Look
Shoes give the finishing touch. If you are not wearing appropriate shoes according to your dress, it can spoil your appearance. So like your shirt, jeans and tie; your shoes also play a big part in your sophisticated look.
Try to wear solid colors
Keep your shoes clean
Wear easy and comfortable shoes
You can also change your style by following fashion influencers on Instagram and other social sites. It will inspire and introduce you to new creative ideas.
Today’s Fashion Bomber of the day is Josiah from Brussels, Belgium.
Very classy!
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Learn more about this Bomber on Instagram @logikriver.
What do you think?
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.
Today’s Fashion Bombshell of the day is @jariatudanita from Derby in England!
Great sense of style. Love the vibrant colors!
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Learn more about this Bombshell on Instagram @jariatudanita.
What do you think?
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.
Nobody can deny the importance of education in all sectors of life. Education makes a man perfect and gives awareness and decision making power to think and to take steps after careful analysis. Education plays a vital role to learn, seek and to move forward in every aspect of life. Education is also important for personality grooming and to compete for the world on behalf of professional skills and creative thinking. When we talk about the fashion industry and the relationship of education then it is observed that education has less importance in the fashion industry. Most of the actors, actresses have almost no education in most of the countries. Mostly fashionist has not gained master degrees but due to their interest and their hardships, they have got tremendous popularity among their communities. Most of the education consultants can guide at best level https://papercheap.co.uk/ to provide their immediate assistance for education writing notes, documents assignments and all types of documentation support.
Why Glamour and Fashion Attracts People
The fashion industry is a charming industry of fashion lover. People want to show their creative skills and characteristics to impress others. Fashion is a craze for people, especially for girls. Girls wished more to become part of the fashion industry. Girls mostly perform different roles due to the demand of the people and want to attach with big brands due to high remuneration and high payments of the ads. Some people naturally meet the expectations of the fashion industry and they easily adjust in appropriate departments to influence others. There is no age limit for fashion industry performance. If someone has talent, he/she can show it. Glamour and fashion both attract people especially girls to take a part in different activities and use their luck to show their prominence. Character building and script building also are important to make big starts. Learning and education urge such people to do more efforts to gain the attention of the targeted audiences.
Is Fashion is a Good Career
The fashion industry is a bloom burg and ideal for those who seek shortcuts and want to engage in fashion news. Fashion Education Is Incomplete Without Practical Work Experience. Try to get appropriate education which needed according to fashion field requirements. Adopting fashion as a career can be a good choice for those who have abilities and interests to bear the circumstances and to face hurdles to achieve their targeting goals. Some time ups and down circumstances occur in this field and without patience and devotion, nothing can be achieved. Never try to miss any opportunity which calls you to prove yourself and always try with your best efforts to satisfy the producer requirements. The people who invest in various parts in fashion industry they cannot bear the loss and even sometimes situations become tight and it is possible that the project will end due to uncertain situations so be ready to face the circumstance in coming future.
Why the Fashion Industry is getting Popularity
Due to fast media technology and advanced features in the latest fashion industry software, people are getting be excited and ready to face cameras to become famous. There are many online media platforms which promote and advertise the interested people according to their wishes in specific regions. They work for them and charge their fee for their promotion. Seek advance level fashion education tips and tricks to move forward. Advanced level photo studios and learning centers are taking place in existing setups which promoting people to perform their skills for perfect roles. The fashion industry is paying more as compared with other industries. Choose the best source to approach the grooming fashion field and prove your importance.
Saturdays are for the stars and this Saturday was surely star-filled. On Saturday, we witnessed the commencement of the 2019 50th Annual NAACP Image Awards which honors the advancement and achievements of people of color in areas such as music, cinema, and literature. Winners included Black-ish, Black Panther, and Beyoncé as entertainer of the year. Congresswoman Maxine Waters was also honored with the NAACP Chairman’s award where she delivered a standing ovation speech about rising to where she is now.
Not to mention, award shows always bring out the best looks on the red carpet! The stars were out and dripping in designer from head to toe, heating things up on the red carpet in Hollywood. With so many bombs looks, we rounded up the night’s 10 best celebrity looks!
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Beyoncé wore Balmain SS19 Couture alongside her husband Jay-Z at the 2019 NAACP Image Awards, styled by Zerina Akers.
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Sanaa Lathan beamed on the red carpet in a Haney dress, vintage Donna Karan belt, and Jimmy Choo clutch topped with jewelry by Lana Jewelry and Larry Platt, styled by Monica Rose.
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One of many stunning outfit changes from Marsai Martin! She wore Georges Hobeika on the red carpet of the NAACP Image Awards.
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Lupita Nyong’o gave us classic vintage vibes with her Giambattista Valli FW16 look on the red carpet, styled by Micaela Erlanger.
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Representing for the Fashion Bombers, Michael B. Jordan wore Burberry FW19 RTW on the red carpet, styled by Jason Rembert.
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Adrienne Bailon grazed her staircase with a stunning look from Walter Collection for the 2019 NAACP Image Awards, styled by Grace Spann.
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Chloe and Halle brightened up the red carpet with Sergio Hudson FW19 RTW ensembles, styled by Zerina Akers.
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Letitia Wright kept it chic and wore Georges Chakra FW18 to the award ceremony.
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Melanie Liburd showed off her assets in an Oscar de la Renta dress, styled by Dani and Emma.
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Trevor Jackson kept it fresh and dapper in a Gray Scale velour tux, David Yurman lapel brooch and time piece, and Magnanni shoes on the red carpet of the 2019 NAACP Image Awards, styled by Apuje Kalu.
What are your thoughts on the looks, Bombers and Bombshells? Let us know in the comments!
Pharrell Williams has been keeping busy. The entertainer released his collection and partnership with iconic fashion house Chanel over the weekend. The Urban Capsule Collection was revealed to a private audience in Seoul, South Korea where Pharell performed, and special guests Jennie Kim, Soo Joo Park, and Irene Kim performed as well.
Chanel quotes “An Urban Capsule Collection highlighting Pharrell Williams’ longterm relationship with the house…”. The pieces from the collection include oversized monogrammed hoodies, embellished tees, and fun, brightly colored loafers and sneakers.
The Urban Capsule Collection is available in Chanel’s Seoul, South Korea boutique and will be available in select boutiques worldwide beginning April 4th and on Chanel’s website. Are you going to treat yourself and splurge to some of the items of the collection?
Having and maintaining healthy hair is easier said than done for some of us. On my healthy hair journey, I discovered Vida Hair Growth products. The hair care line is 100% natural and made by hand by owner Yvette Perez. The product line includes shampoo, conditioner, leave-in tonics, and deep conditioners.
The line is pretty basic and straightforward but packs a punch where it counts. Usually, within a month of consistent use, you will see some significant hair growth and your porosity may become higher depending on your hair texture. Vida Hair Growth is loved by Cardi B which credits the products for making her natural hair “healthy and beautiful”, and Beauty influencer Viva Glam Kay.
Vida Hair Growth was also included in this years Oscars Swag Bag as gifts. If you live in NYC you can stop by the shop to pick up your products or you can order online. The hair products are sold as 4 or 5 item sets or a la carte. The 4 item set retails for $115 and the 5 item set retails for $135. It’s a bit of a splurge, but who can put a price on healthy hair? Are you going to check the items out and try them for yourself?
The 50th NAACP Image Awards was televised last night and the esteemed show always exceeds expectations in class, images of excellence and definitely style. If you missed the show, catch it again on https://tvone.tv/ to find your local listings. What a wonderful way to end the weekend!
Among the great honorees, which included powerhouse celebrities like Chadwick Bowsman, and political leader and icon, Maxine Waters, Jay-Z and Beyoncé were also honored. Jay-Z accepted his “President’s Award” with an amazing speech in a sharp black suit dedicated to the wonderful women in his life, including his mother and grandmother, whom he quoted saying she could do “a lot with $20 a week.” Jay-Z’s work to help those in need of legal assistance and his valiant efforts to put the Trayvon Martin story to life for the truth to be told, are just a few examples of the great spirit of this hiphop King.
Beyonce also accepted her well deserved award for “Entertainer of the Year,” in a sharp white Balmain Suit, accessorized to perfection with a matching hat and silver sandals. Beyonce’s philiathorpy includes countless scholarships provided for our youth to attend HBCU’s, her volunteer and support efforts for hurricane victims and of course her ever present “girl power” that inspires us all. Get the look and more here at http://www.balmain.com
