Beauty Crush Wednesday: Jada Pinkett-Smith

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Though most, if not all , of our beauty crushes, they rarely need any introduction.  As is the case today, this actress, television producer, wife of Will Smith, mother of two of Hollywood’s most fashionable teens – Jaden and Willow – and frontwoman of rock band Wicked Wisdom, Jada Pinkett-Smith has paved quite the career for herself over the span of decades.  Not to mention, the Baltimore native looks like she hasn’t aged since her A Different World days.

We know she has a rigorous fitness routine that keeps her physique so svelte.  But by the looks of her skin, it looks like her beauty regimen is just as paramount.  Sans makeup, flawless.  Not a blemish or pore in sight.  And when she jet-sets on tropical vacations, her bronzy tan is beyond glorious.

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 When she decides to get all glammed up, she prefers a smokey eye with earthy tones to compliment her hazel eyes.  Either a nude, lightly tinted gloss or something berry hued borders her inviting smile when she hits the scene.  Quite honestly, she doesn’t require a heavy beat given an already smooth canvas.  When it comes to hair, Jada doesn’t shy away from taking risks and experimenting with a variety of different styles.  Her most recognizable look, the iconic blonde buzz cut during the early 90’s, was definitely attention grabbing.  But she’s switched it up a number of times since then.  From curly afros that skew Donna Summer, to bangs, box braids and everything in between, it’s clear she doesn’t like to be pigeonholed into one look.

Actress Jada Pinkett attends the "Tales from the Crypt: Demon Knight" Hollywood Premiere on January 11, 1995 at the Hollywood Galaxy Theatre in Hollywood, California. (Photo by Ron Galella, Ltd./WireImage)

LOS ANGELES, CA - FEBRUARY 13:  Actress Jada Pinkett Smith arrives at The 53rd Annual GRAMMY Awards held at Staples Center on February 13, 2011 in Los Angeles, California.  (Photo by Jason Merritt/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Jada Pinkett Smith
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Outer beauty aside, Jada Pinkett-Smith has been a major supporter of youth development in urban areas of her hometown through her charity with husband, Will, The Will and Jada Smith Family Foundation in Baltimore, Maryland.  And her vocal stance in boycotting the 2015 Oscar’s because of its lack of black nominees resonated with many and became part of a conversation needed to be had. 

So, join us in celebrating this week’s beauty crush, Jada Pinkett-Smith!

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What do you think?

Splurge: Angela Simmons’s Instagram Foofi & Bella Black Cropped Faux Fur Hood Coat

Angela Simmons got her glam on, and of course took to Instagram for a quick slay. The new mom showed no signs of slowing down style wise, as she posed in her $159 Foofi & Bella Black Faux Fur Hood Jacket:angela-simmons-instagram-foofi-bella-black-faux-fur-hood-cropped-jacket-coat-1

She added a pop of color to her look with a stunning pair of sold-out Christian Louboutin Marlenarock Crisscross red pumps.

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They’re so divine!

Her light weight cropped coat boasts a signature floral lining, pockets at seams and clasps down the front.

 

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I’m loving everything about this look.

You can purchase her topper here.

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Fashion Bombshell of the Day: Vernise from New York

Today’s Fashion Bombshell is Vernice from New York:

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She writes, “My style is simple, classic, and I feel always going to be timeless.”

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I love color, so I always try to add a touch, and a touch of denim also. My style is ‘Every Dai’ style (pun intended).”

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More here:

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 Vernice, I love your moto jacket choices! So trendy!
Check out more of Vernice’s personal style on Instagram @everydaistyle!
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.

Splurge: Halsey’s Catch LA $425 Gucci Logo Print Cotton T-Shirt and $936 Serpent Embroidered Skinny Mid-Rise Jeans

All the hottest celebs go to Catch LA! Halsey was spotted there in a $425 Gucci Logo Print Cotton T-Shirt and $936 Serpent Embroidered Skinny Mid-Rise Jeans:

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Her lightweight distressed tee is crafted from cotton jersey. It features a round neck, short sleeves, and a gold, green, and red vintage logo from the brand.

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Her stretch-denim jeans boast an exposed button and concealed zip-fly fastening at the front, skinny legs, a mid-rise, belt loops, five-pocket styling, snake embroidery, the iconic Italian fashion house’s branded hardware, and frayed hems.

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Great pieces!

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Get Halsey’s tee and denim for a splurge here and here.

What do you think?

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Hot! Or Hmm…: Jennifer Hudson’s Sing L.A. Premiere J. Mendel Blush Pleated Thigh Slit Sleeveless Gown

Jennifer Hudson graced the red carpet of Sing’s L.A. Premiere in a J. Mendel Blush Pleated Thigh Slit Sleeveless Gown:

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She beamed brilliantly with a standout short cropped hairstyle and a sexy wine stained pout.2-jennifer-hudson-sing-la-premiere-j-mendel-thigh-slit-sleevless-gown

Her blush-hued pleated sleeveless frock is crafted from silk-chiffon and features a saucy thigh-high slit, complemented by slim banded waist.

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I quite enjoyed this look. She looks amazing!

What say you? Hot! Hmm…?

Hot! Or Hmm…: Jennifer Hudson’s Sing L.A. Premiere J. Mendel Blush Pleated Thigh Slit Sleeveless Gown

 
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Cocktails with Claire Vendor Spotlight: Shop Nu

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Cocktails with Claire is this Sunday, December 11th from 3-7! We hope to see you there for a day full of shopping, cocktails, food, fashion, live music…this might be the best one yet! Get your tickets here.
In celebration of our upcoming party, we are showing love to the vendors who will be displaying their wares on site! Today’s spotlight goes to Shop Nu, a fabulous contemporary boutique earmarked for the curvy fashionista:

Shop Nu stocks cute dresses and coats at affordable prices. Behold, a few of my favorites.

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See more here and be ready to shop their pieces on site at Cocktails with Claire this Sunday! What do you think?

Hot! or Hmm…: Rihanna’s New York City Burberry Fall 2016 Shearling Coat, Céline Flared Trousers, and $900 Haider Ackermann Velvet Ankle Boots

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Rihanna looked winter chic in New York City in a Burberry Shearling Coat, Céline flared trousers, and $900 Haider Ackermann Velvet Ankle Boots:

Her coat looks so warm! It has a cropped silhouette and a double breasted closure.

Céline’s Fall 2016 collection contained loads of floor skimming trousers. See a similar pair below:

Her booties have a pointed toe.

Hot! I love a creamy color palette in the winter.
What do you think?

Hot! or Hmm…: Rihanna’s New York City Burberry Fall 2016 Shearling Coat, Céline Flared Trousers, and $900 Haider Ackermann Velvet Ankle Boots

 
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Bomb Product of the Day: Haus of Swag’s ‘Poet, An Ode to Tupac’ Hoodie Tunic

Cocktails with Claire goes down on Sunday, December 11th, have you purchased your tickets?
In honor of CWC, Today’s Bomb Product comes to you from one of the events vendors! Get into this Haus Of Swag ‘Poet, An Ode to Tupac’ Tunic Hoodie:

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Cold weather calls for sweater dresses, or hoodie dresses rather!

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Priced at $59, this french terry hoodie features the word “POET” scrolled across the front of the piece with a photo of Tupac inside of the letters.

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This show stopper can be paired with your favorite thigh high boots, or a pair of sheer stockings and embellished booties! Pre-order your own here.

What do you think?

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First Lady Michelle Obama Wears a Custom Gucci Green Floral Silk Crepe Gown to the 2016 Kennedy Center Honors

The Obama’s are going out with a bang, reminding all of us why we swooned over them and their style for the past 8 years.
First Lady Michelle Obama wore a Custom Gucci green and camellia floral silk crepe long sleeve gown featuring a pearl and crystal embroidered brooch detail along the waist to the 2016 Kennedy Center Honors at the Kennedy Center.
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Ah, they will be missed. All we can say is WOW.
What do you think?

Fashion Bombshell of the Day: Natalia from New Orleans

Today’s Fashion Bombshell is Natalia from New Orleans:

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I’ve been surrounded by creativity since I was born, (I am) the daughter of a seamstress mother and an architect father.”

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“I’ve been sewing and sketching my entire life.”

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My style motto was passed down to me by my mother, which is, ‘I don’t need everything, just the right things.'”

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I mix prints, patterns, and textures including my own line of wearable art handbags and accessories.”

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Natalia, I love your white ruffled top! So fly!

Find more of Natalia online at www.nataliaveronica.com or Instagram, @nataliaveronica1.

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.