Written by: Jennet Jusu (@TheJusuQuench) | Fashion Bomb Intern
Real quick Fashion Bombshells,
Is it cool if we make Angela Simmons blush? Much like the color of this chic Fashion Nova find, because I know I won’t be alone completely raving over this extremely stylish dress full of fringed goodness. Angela, giving you a casual feel, looks like an absolute dolled up tomboy pairing the ‘Serenity Fringe Sweater Dress’, with Off__White’s Converse ‘Chuck 70’ high sneakers. Found in the colors of both blush and rust, you can find it here for a steal of $75, Bombers!
Contrary to what some industry insiders led us to believe at the time about the discovery of one of the world’s top models, Iman Mohamed Abdulmajid was not found poor and underprivileged in a dusty field in her native Somalia and then thrust into the glossy, high fashion world.
Iman was the daughter of a diplomat father and a gynecologist mother. Fluent in five languages, the model and successful entrepreneur was a student studying political science at Nairobi University when she was discovered by American photographer Peter Beard (pictured with the model above).
By the age of 18, she was married to a young Somali man but the marriage ended a few years later after she went to pursue her modeling career.
After moving to the United States around 1975, a year later Iman landed her first modeling assignment for Vogue. Her long neck, thin frame, gorgeous skin, and accent (although she has always said in comparison to typical Somali girls her looks were quite plain) made her a hit in the fashion world.
She quickly became a fixture on the runway and a muse for fashion designers including Yves St. Laurent, Versace, Calvin Klein and Donna Karan.
In 1977 she married basketball player Spencer Haywood; the two had a daughter Zulekha Haywood in 1978. They divorced in 1987.
In 1992 Iman married British rock icon David Bowie. The two, who have appeared together in fashiod ads, are still married today. Their daughter Alexandria Zahra Jones was born in 2000.
Today at 55 Iman is still very much an integral part of the fashion and beauty world. Her Iman Cosmetics line, a top-selling brand on the Walgreens.com website, is a $25 million-dollar-a-year business. In 2007 she was approached by the CEO of the Home Shopping Network to start a clothing line. It took some convincing but Iman eventually agreed. The line, Global Chic which consists of affordable accessories, fashionable separates, and even luggage, is now one of the highest selling fashion brands at HSN. She also now stars as host of Bravo’s “The Fashion Show” alongside friend and designer Isaac Mizrahi.
She also was a part of the huge Africa-themed July 2007 issue of Vanity Fair which had 20 different covers all shot by famed photographer Annie Leibowitz. A strong supporter of her native continent, Iman was quoted in the issue as saying “My Africa is rich in human resources and dignity… I get insulted when I see only images of our dying, our wars, our Darfur, our AIDS victims… not our doctors, our nurses, our teachers,” Iman told the magazine. “Africa must find its own saviors: the salvation of Africa is in the hands of African women.“
She is also host of Canada’s “Project Runway” and is also very much an activist and humanitarian. She’s currently a spokesperson for Keep a Child Alive and also does work with the Children’s Defense Fund.
Iman even ended her contract with diamond giant De Beers over ethics conflicts. Concerns that the corporation is exploiting the rights of the Bushmen of Botswana prompted her to step down. In an interview Iman criticised the forced relocations of the Bushmen and is quoted as saying “It was clear that the Bushmen were being destroyed – you take people from their element and you end up with AIDS, drugs and alcohol in the guise of advancement.“
She won a Glamour Woman of the Year awards in 2006 and in 2010 was awarded the Fashion Icon lifetime achievement award from the Council of Fashion Designers of America (CFDA), a special prize reserved for “an individual whose signature style has had a profound influence on fashion”. Recently she was an honoree at the 2011 BET Honors.
Images via The Daily Beast/Vogue UK/Getty
*If you are in New York during New York Fashion Week, be sure to save the date for Harlem Fashion Week’s 6th annual show on Saturday, February 16th! The event goes down from 6:30-10:30pm at the Museum of the City of New York located at 1220 Fifth Avenue New York, NY 10029. Get your tickets here.
By Limsan Boulter (@limo_x) for Fashion Bomb Daily
As we are in the height of Fashion Week month, we have been blessed with seeing some amazing catwalks, chic street style and the celebrity style has been on point! The one hot accessory that has been seen on everyone, is a bomb pair of sunglasses. Fashion Bomb Daily Shop has recently added a new retailer – Nroda Eyewear. Currently with 4 styles to choose from there is something for every look. Whether you are going for a fun, quirky vibe with ‘Be Mine’heart shaped glasses or channelling your inner star with ‘Tortoise Aviator Goggle‘ it’s safe to say that Nroda Eyewear is going to be your next Bomb Accessories must-have.
Today’s Bomb Product of the Day highlights the brand’s Matrix Cat Eye sunglasses. A universally flattering shape, to quickly add an air of elegance to your look. Get yours now atFashion Bomb Shop.
Today’s Fashion Bombshell of the day is Lamic from Paris.
Dominating looks from head-to-toe! Slay, queen!
View more chic looks below!
Learn more about this Bombshell on Instagram @lamickirabo.
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.
If you are in New York during New York Fashion Week, be sure to save the date for Harlem Fashion Week’s 6th annual show on Saturday, February 16th! The event goes down from 6:30-10:30pm at the Museum of the City of New York located at 1220 Fifth Avenue New York, NY 10029.
Since the days of the Renaissance, Harlem has served as the epicenter of art, literature, music and fashion. As Harlem is being revitalized in the 21st century, Harlem Fashion Week’s goal is to introduce a new era of fashion culture to the Harlem community inspired by its rich cultural heritage. HFW’s continuous goal is to produce an event that will showcase the fashion industry, provide business education for emerging designers, grow Harlem businesses and create a platform for diversity in fashion.
This years event will honor the Season 6 Fashion Cultural Icons: Misa Hylton -Celebrity Stylist and Lifestyle Coach, Harlem Haberdashery – Lifestyle Clothing Boutique in Harlem, Dr. Deborah Jenkins – Community Activist, Zina and Shaleena Cambell -Founders of the Harlem Dress Collective, and me, Claire Sulmers -EIC of Fashion Bomb Daily!
This star-studded event is sponsored by Harlem Chocolate Factory and African Restaurant Week.
Want to come? Get your tickets now here.
We’ll see you there!
By Limsan Boulter (@limo_x) for Fashion Bomb Daily
Happy Humpday Bombshells and Bombers! It’s mid week (and the halfway point of New York Fashion Week) but style never sleeps. Today’s instalment of ‘Top 6 Looks of the Day’ covers TV appearances, catwalks, premiere’s and parties. To be the first to see the chicest, hottest outfits and celebrity style be sure to check out @FashionBombDaily and hit that ‘Follow’ button.
Jennifer Lopez stopped by the Ellen show in sexy cut out Zimmermann dress and Casadei pumps, styled by Rob Zangardi.
Lil Kim performed at The Blonds New York Fashion Week Fall ’19 catwalk in this show-stopping shimmering catsuit.
Image: @jp_rand
Fashion Bomb Daily favorite Gabrielle Union recently rocked a unique print Fe Noel ‘Cubist’ ensemble in on-trend earthy, natural tones.
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Fashion Bomb Men posted Michael B Jordan chillin’ with Drake in a colorful Givenchy jumper.
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Lauren London and beau Nipsey Hussle attended the Ciroc post Grammys party. Lauren glistens in custom Nichole Lynel fringe dress.
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Mary J Blige wore her current favorite go-to red carpet designers, Ralph & Russo, to The Umbrella Academy LA premiere. This bright orange, grecian goddess look was styled by Wayman and Micah.
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As always, we would love to know your thoughts. Which look is your favorite?
It’s the last leg of New York Fashion Week! Can you believe it? Our Fashion Bombshell of the day is Keri from NYC.
So sleek and bold. Love the color block looks!
View more chic style below!
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Learn more about our Bombshell on Instagram @kerifay.
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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.
Things are still cooling off after the Grammys and BAFTA’s red carpet looks, but things are continuing to heat up as New York Fashion Week is still going on. Today’s looks featured a little bit of everything from NYFW street style to more red carpet looks from your faves. To view all of today’s hot looks, be sure to follow and view the Fashion Bomb Daily Instagram feed. But for right now, sit tight as we have rounded up today’s best and “most liked” looks!
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Miley Cyrus attended the Isn’t It Romantic premiere in LA, wearing a Valentine Pre-Fall 2019 dress. Red hot!
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Miley Cyrus’s shoe choice for the Grammys was a hit as well as she wore custom monogrammed heels with her initials. Bomb!
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Chloe and Halle performed at the 2019 Grammy Awards in Valdrin Sahiti dresses, styled by Zerina Akers. Stunning!
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Danai Gurira wore a Thom Browne dress to the 2019 BAFTAs. What do you think?
Shop the exact same Thom Browne dress here:
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The Clermont Twins continue to heat up NYFW as they were spotted in Discount Universe ensembles. Hot! Or Hmm..?
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Love and Hip Hop Miami star, Veronica Vega, was also seen at NYFW in a money clip look by Kota Okuda, styled by Demi Dorsey. Thoughts?
What do you think of today’s looks, Bombers and Bombshells? Tell us what you think. If you really love them, you can now shop the looks!
Today’s Fashion Bombshell of the day is Clarissa from Harlem, NY.
We see you! Love your streetwear chic looks!
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Learn more about this Bombshell on Instagram @colorschemin_.
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.
Long before black models graced the pages of Italian Vogue or even walked the catwalks, there were pioneers like Mounia, muse to Yves Saint Laurent.
Born in Martinique, Mounia’s exotic beauty, flawless complexion, and graceful composure were the perfect complement to Saint Laurent’s glamorous, dramatic creations. She was the first black model Yves Saint Laurent used in his haute couture shows, and was widely considered the French couturier’s favorite model.
Saint Laurent was one of the first designers to employ black models, which raised many eyebrows at the time. He challenged conventional standards of beauty, setting the stage for models like Naomi Campbell, Iman, and Jourdan Dunn, to shine.
In a 2008 W magazine article, Mounia remembered Yves Saint Laurent. She said, “I was his first black muse…He helped open the door for black models. Sometimes I was his confidante, and I would sometimes inspire his creativity. He called me Moumounn. The collection that made me a celebrity was the one inspired by Porgy and Bess. I wore a pink pantsuit and a boater hat. I walked to ‘Summertime’ and really took on the character of Bess. Catherine Deneuve stood up and started clapping. The everyone stood up and called out ‘Bravo!’ Yves Saint Laurent peered around the curtain – a thing that he had never done before – to see what all of the commotion was about. The people were shouting ‘Bravo, Yves Saint Laurent!’ and ‘Brava, Mounia!’ He took me in his arms, and we kissed. This for me was history…After that I had more than 15 covers…Mr. Fairchild gave me my first cover [of WWD], and [French Vogue’s] Francine Crescent gave me 27 pages. This was the first time that a black model had arrived in haute couture. I say thank you to Monsieur Yves Saint Laurent and thank you to Monsieur Pierre Bergé. My last word for Yves Saint Laurent is ‘love.'”
Mounia retired from modeling in the 1980’s (she walked almost exclusively for YSL), but did make a reappearance for the tribute to Yves Saint Laurent at Centre Georges Pompidou in 2002.
She began painting oil on canvas in 1997. Her works of art have been dispalyed in galleries across France, the Ivory Coast, Monaco, Japan, Guyana and her native Martinique.
