Forever our President Obama has been memorialized on a dope hoodie from Bed Stuy Fly:
The cotton top shows a formerly buttoned up Barack in jeans, sneakers, and a “Bed Stuy Fly” tee.
Love it? Get yours at BedStuyFly.com.
Rihanna celebrated her 30th birthday last night, and did so stylishly in a look from YSL’s Spring 2018 collection:
The fuchsia top and barely there bottoms were modeled with feathered boots on the runway.
Leave it to Rihanna’s to continue to take fashion risks, plucking pieces few would dare to wear. Here’s to even more eye turning moments in the years to come!
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Feel Fly in Denim from Fashion Nova!
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Though Fashion Nova is known for its curve hugging jeans, they also have other denim options to keep you swagged up!
Erica Mean looked fresh faced and pretty in a distressed Fashion Nova jacket and jeans.
Malaysia Pargo looked bomb in a denim jumpsuit.
Mommy duty never looked better! Aminah Buddafly smiled with her kids in Fashion Nova overalls.
And if you want to keep it traditional, pair a tank top with distressed denim like Daphe Joy.
The outfits and options are endless! Get your shop on at FashionNova.com.
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*This is a reprint of an article published in 2012
Wigs are no longer just your Auntie Maude’s little secret tucked away deeply on a wig head on her nightstand. In the last decade more and more women are embracing the type of quick versatility that comes with a wig, but it seems as if some ground rules need to be set.
So here is a list of wig do’s and don’ts for every wiggy to follow:
Don’t wear a wig straight from the package.
Do take it to a hairstylist to have it cut into a shape and style that suits your face (yes, even the $20 synthetic ones from the beauty supply).
Do get the most natural looking wig as possible in a modern style.
Don’t go for outrageous colors and be very careful with retro styles—unless you’re Nicki Minaj or a former Supreme.
Do go for a natural looking hairline.
Don’t do the crescent moon hairline. At all. Let your forehead be great.
Don’t go too bulky at the crown. It’s like wearing a shirt that says “Hey, I’m wearing a wig”
Do go age-appropriate. Sure, short wigs are fun but can make your average 21 year old look 57.
Do leave the lace fronts to the professionals. Even celebs with their glam squads get lace front wigs wrong, so leave it alone if you’re not 100% sure of what you’re doing. It’s okay. We can’t win them all.
For the love of your edges, don’t be a frequent user of wig glue.
Do try a half-wig. They’re easier to pull off since some of your own hair is exposed, just make sure the texture matches your natural hair.
Do brush out the curls on a curly wig with a paddle brush for a more realistic look.
Do help keep your wig’s shape by keeping it on a wig head.
Do keep your natural hair smooth and flat underneath and covered with a wig cap.
ATL hairstylist du jour Derek J sat down with Jet magazine back in September to give even more tips. Check it out:
Can you give us one of your wig secrets?
“The first thing you want to do is shampoo it before you start wearing it. When you buy a wig, it has that shiny look that says ‘I’m a wig.’ It’s a dead giveaway to any kind of fake hair. If it’s synthetic, you can use dish detergent and condition it with fabric softener. It’s a fabric so if you shampoo it like it’s real hair, it won’t work correctly. Let it hang to dry and it will look fabulous. If it’s a human-hair wig, use a wig shampoo and conditioner and let it hang to dry.”
What’s a big mistake women make?
“Most women wear wigs too long. If it’s synthetic, change it at least once a week. I mean it’s a $20-$30 wig! Change that thing. Wear it for a week, at the most, two.”
Do women do crazy things with their wigs?
“I’ve seen people trying to jump in the pool and they have the wig all pinned up because they want people to believe it’s their hair. stop pretending. People know it’s a wig and it’s ok.”
Do you guys have anything to add?
~Danielle
Our Bomb Product of The Day is The Originals $170 “POWER” Jacket “ by Kool Kiy. Hot!
Designed with the Black Panther movement in mind this stylish piece features a raised fist symbol, bold “Power” lettering, a bomber motif, and a Black Panther logo on the back.
Wear this unisex jacket with an all black ensemble for a Black Panther feel.
If you are loving this swanky piece get your Black History gear here!
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Happy Hump Day!
Today’s Bombshell of the Day is Isabel from Washington, D.C.
She writes, “My daily style is instinctual to how I am feeling. I like to stick with solid colors paired with statement pieces -such as a pair of shoes or a purse to complete my look.”
View more looks below:
You have such a cool and chic swag about you, Isabel! Love it!
Learn more about our Bombshell on Instagram @isabellaurent.
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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.
Happy Tuesday!
So while in LA, I’ve been joyfully indulging in the fashion scene, and was happy to pop by the Wardrobe Department LA over the weekend!
Founded by legendary stylists April Roomet and Arell Hughes, the store stocks tons of seriously cute goodies by brands like Crystal Streets, Anz Style, Front Row, and more.
I personally fell in love with their one of a kind accents, including gold playing cards, sumptuous candles, and coin necklaces.
It’s a stylist’s treasure trove. Even Beyonce has snagged a few pieces from there!
If you’re ever in LA, be sure to pop by 311 1/2 Sweetzer Avenue from Tuesday-Saturday from 11am-6pm. Follow them @wardrobedepartmentla for all the latest.
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Between the Black Panther premiere and NBA All Star Weekend in LA, this past weekend was action packed!
After Our Editor In Chief shed light on the lack of black designers worn on the red carpet during the Black Panther premiere , Gabrielle Union and Dwayne Wade decided to use their powerful platforms for good, and rock only black designers during All Star Weekend!
On the first night of the weekend at Dwyane Wade’s “Shot In The Dark” documentary premiere he wore a Pyer Moss biker jacket, Romeo Hunte button down, Balmain pants and Kanye West x Louis Vuitton sneakers. His wife, Gabrielle opted for a full Laquan Smith look. She rocked a SS18 cardigan and thigh-high meshed boots by the brand. Bomb!
On Day 2, Gabby kept it classy wearing her own designs for her NY&Company line. She snapped a selfie in high waist wide-leg denim pants that sold out in almost every size within hours after her posting paired with a New York & Company x Gabrielle Union white tie waist button down. The black designs didn’t stop there, as she accessorized her looks with a fluff textured purse from Brother Vellies.
Saturday night the actress and athlete continued to bring the heat in all black ensembles. Union rocked a FW17 Sergio Hudson jumpsuit while her husband, Wade complemented her swag in an Adrien Sauvage silk top and jacket, Fear of God pants, and Wollier ‘Cambrian Low’ kicks.
Gabby was all smiles for the annual National Basketball Wives Association luncheon outfitted in a flutter sleeve cold shoulder dress by Cushnie Et Ochs.
On game day, the couple kicked it court side matching in black and white threads. Gabrielle kept it cute in a classic logo Off White dress, a velvet Sergio Hudson duster, feather detailed shoes by Brother Vellies and a FW Style handbag. Dwayne was chill in a Balmain blazer and Fear of God sneakers.
Kudos to them for showing out this weekend and proving that there are in fact black designers who we can support. Which was your favorite look from them?
Our Bomb Product of The Day is The Carter Brand’s $95 “I’m Rooting For Everybody Black” Bomber Jacket. Swoon!
This Limited edition Bomber is inspired by Issa Rae’s infamous response to an interviewer when asked who she was rooting for at the Emmy Awards, Issa replied “I’m Rooting For Everybody Black”.
This bomb piece features a MA-1 Flight lightweight jacket design, a ribbed knit collar & a 100% nylon water repellent outer shell with a matte finish.
Rock this jacket with an all black look as Angela Rye did while going to see Black Panther over the weekend. Hot!
If you are loving this statement piece get yours here!
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Happy Tuesday!
Cocktails and Conversations with Claire DMV ’18 is right around the corner! Make sure to snag a ticket for Saturday, March 24th before it’s gone!
With that being said, let’s start off Today’s Bombshell of the Day with this sweet fashionista in mind. Behold, Candy from Washington, D.C.
She writes, “I would describe my style as an amalgamation of the past and the present. I’m very inspired by the glamour of old Hollywood to my current obsession with the vibrant characters and styles in the Black Panther movie.”
View more looks below:
Very classy! Such a retro to modern feel, indeed!
Learn more about this Bombshell on Instagram @candyamor__.
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.