Earlier this week news broke that Aretha Franklin was “gravely ill,” according to TMZ. Fans and music lovers around the world sent well wishes to Ms. Franklin during her last few days. Today it was announced that she passed away at 76 due to advanced pancreatic cancer. She was dubbed the “Queen of Soul” by an era who swooned over her vocals.
According to TIME, “Aretha Franklin—the Queen of Soul and first woman to be inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, whose songs like “Respect” and “Natural Woman” still move audiences decades after their release—died on Thursday at the age of 76. Franklin died at her home in Detroit, her representative Gwendolyn Quinn confirmed, according to the Associated Press. She had battled a spate of health problems over the last few years, forcing the cancellation of multiple concerts this year. One of the most iconic musicians of the twentieth century, Franklin said last year that she planned to retire soon from touring.”
The Fashion Bomb team loved Aretha for her iconic moments both musically and fashionably. She will be remembered forever.
In anticipation of Fashion Bomb x Better than Success Brunch heading to Philly on August 18th, we are representing BOMB style in the City of Brotherly Love. Secure your ticket here!
Today’s Fashion Bombshell of the Day is Adriana from Philly.
Your style is very edgy with elegance, and we love it!
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Learn more about this Bombshell on Instagram @adriana.celine.
What do you think?
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In anticipation of our upcoming Cocktails With Claire X Better Than Success we are highlighting Philly designers all week! Get into These Pink Lips “She’s The Boss” leather duffle bag.
Retailing from $250 this funky piece features hand painted “She’s The Boss” lettering and duffle bag motif. Bomb!
Travel in style with this bold and stylish handbag, If you are feeling it get yours here!
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Today’s Fashion Bombshell of the day is Valerie from Philly.
So casually chic! We see you!
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Learn more about this Bombshell on Instagram @valbeauty_v
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We have another Exclusive Editorial, this time featuring Moniece Slaughter from Love and Hip Hop Hollywood. Though the mother, singer, and entrepreneur is most known for her fiery temper and no-nonsense attitude on the popular VH1 show, a recent interview and photo shoot revealed a softer, deeper side.
In the shoot, photographed by Oles Jamueller, art directed by Arina Gasanova, and styled by Jai Style, and Angel Johnson, Moniece ditches her self described ‘tomboy chic,‘ “sexy nerd,’ and ‘mom,‘ style in favor of lace, lingerie, frothy tulle, ruffles, and feminine dresses. She admits, “I’m not into lingerie, I’m not into ruffles or frills. I’m definitely not the girly type. I’m not comfortable being sexy, but I have learned how to turn the sex appeal up a notch without looking slutty or tasteless or classless.”
In our interview, she let us know more about the real Moniece–the one we don’t see on TV. Behold, 5 things you may not have known about the LA Native:
1. Her Dad has 10 Grammy’s. She comes from a musical family.
Moniece’s father, Dave Thomas, is a very accomplished musician. She says, “My Dad is a gospel singer, he sings with the group Take 6, a Grammy award winning group. Individually they do a lot. The bass in the group, my uncle Alvin [Chea], he does soundtracks and commercials, and movies, and he has a book out called Bassline. My uncle Mark, they say is a savant and he does most of the arrangements. My Dad also worked on the Prince of Egypt soundtrack. He’s done vocal training for some of the Jacksons, Britney Spears, Christina [Aguilera], Destiny’s Child, Brandy Norwood, the list goes on and on and on.”
2. She is a singer and sang the theme song for America’s Next Top Model.
She says, “I’ve written on records for Akon and Marques Houston. Akon actually found me and signed me, shelved me. My Dad got me the gig to sing America’s Next Top Model theme song, straight out of high school. I still make a cute little coin from that, now that it’s been syndicated in [several] countries. My godbrother actually revamped the soundtrack a few years back. I was the original singer from Cycle 1 until they started mixing guys and girls. For many years, I had that theme song.”
3. She is coming out with a clothing line, Plane Jane, this Fall.
“The name of my line is Plane Jane. From being on the show what I noticed was my demographic is not your average glamour puss, they’re not rich, they’re moms, they work jobs and go to school. And I’ve been told that they really admire how I make simple look so good. I’m coming out with a line based off of that. All original designs by me. I’m really excited. I’ve got some of my samples back, I’m gonna be tweaking that and adding a few pieces for my fall collection.”
4. She may not be returning next season.
She says, “I’ve been very vocal about it on social media and in interviews: I’m ready to go. Unfortunately they don’t want to release me. They block my opportunities any and everywhere else and trust me they come in by the boatload. Their reason is that they don’t want to give another network the advantage of having me. As much as I would like to show up and just be boring, this is my real life. In real life, I am a hothead, in real life, my son’s father and I go through a lot, in real life, my relationship is tested a lot, in real life, b*tches like to poke the bear. And oftentimes they know just what to say to incite a reaction or evoke a particular emotion in me. My reactions and responses are very real. Being boring is jut not an option. I’m the one that everyone loves to hate. I am ready to depart the show, I’m ready to take a leap of faith, and hope that what GOD has in store for me is way bigger than this. I appreciate the platform, but at the same time, I can’t lie about the havoc it does wreak in my real life.
5. Her real life doesn’t have as much drama.
“In my real life, I don’t have those kinds of problems,” she says, “ My friends and I don’t beef like that. My baby daddy and I don’t beef like that in real life. It causes problems for me that I normally wouldn’t have. I’ve been very open about my struggles with depression and anxiety. A lot of people don’t know that at the top of the year, I had a whole entire, just complete nervous breakdown. I didn’t shoot for about a month. It was my decision to go back on antidepressants to kind of manage getting through this season. I’m really not interested in playing this game.“
In conclusion, she says, “There are so many more layers to me that production seems to refuse to highlight. I’m an entrepreneur, I’m a business woman, and I am a mother first. Because the show has become such a soap opera, my music and my entrepreneurial business ventures get no shine. The few times that my music does get highlighted, they ruin it with something dramatic and by the end of the scene or the episode no-one even remembers that I sing. This is my 5th season, and in 5 seasons I constantly hear, I didn’t know she could sing, I didn’t know her dad has 10 Grammy’s, we didn’t know she grew up in the business, so we thought she was just a reality star trying to be a singer. Little does the world know or Ghetto USA (as I like to call them our demographic and our viewers) they don’t know that I’m a singer that just so happened to end up on reality TV.”
We’ll be brunching at 2930 Jasper Street Suite 103 while having discussions with Philly based bomb designers Alnika Lovello of Lovello and Iris Bonner of These Pink Lips!
Afterwards, Nicole will be interviewing me for her podcast!
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The 2018 Teen Choice Awards kicked off in Los Angeles this past Sunday and the teen stars (and some older stars) brought the heat to the carpet. Get into some of the hottest looks of the night below:
Normani kept it cute in a Tommy Hilfiger ensemble. You can never go wrong with a high slit skirt on the carpet, she definitely made a statement in the plaid print. I would’ve loved to see a different hairstyle, but she still looked bomb!
Chloe Moretz wore a Louis Vuitton ensemble from their Resort 2019 collection. The logo cuffs on the blazer are so cute!
The host of the night, Nick Cannon went for a bold look draped in Gucci. Not only did he wear a colorful tiger printed tracksuit by the brand, but he also rocked a matching head scarf and shades. Hot! Or Hmm…? Storm Reid always looks so cute on carpets! She wore a flirty printed Coach dress and booties.
Bebe Rex is known to turn heads with her looks, this one was no different. She struck a pose on the carpet donning a bubble gum pink LaRoxx suit accessorized with a crystal bra by August Getty Atelier.
Khalid was all smiles on the carpet looking dapper. He opted for a Fendi look–a classic trench and striped tuxedo pants with the logo adorned on the sides. Dressed like a true bomber!
In anticipation of Fashion Bomb x Better than Success Brunch heading to Philly on August 18th, we are representing BOMB style in the City of Brotherly Love. Secure your ticket here!
Today’s Fashion Bombshell of the day is a stylish dancer. Behold, Rie based in Philly.
Okay, we see you! Your style is effortless, unique and daring. Love it!
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.
Your style is very edgy with elegance, and we love it!
Learn more about this Bombshell on Instagram 
Learn more about this Bombshell on Instagram 
Storm Reid always looks so cute on carpets! She wore a flirty printed Coach dress and booties. 
