Who Wore It Better? Olivia Culpo vs. Rita Ora in Caroline Constas’s Carmen Stripe Ruffle Blouse

Olivia Culpo posed on IG in the same $485 Caroline Constas Carmen Stripe Ruffle Blouse Rita Ora originally sported earlier this month:

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Olivia paired the on-trend top with shorts and simple, black ankle-strap sandals. Rita chose her favorite NASASEASONS cap, destructed denim, and lace-up boots.

The striped cotton top features layered ruffles, dramatic flared long sleeves, structured internal boning, and an off-the-shoulder silhouette.

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Olivia wins this round for me.

What do you think? Who wore it better?

Who Wore It Better? Olivia Culpo vs. Rita Ora in Caroline Constas’s Carmen Stripe Ruffle Blouse

 
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Splurge: Tia Mowry-Hardrict’s New York City Alexander McQueen Obsession Print Box Pleat Crepe Dress

It was all about prints for Tia Mowry-Hardrict in the Big Apple. She was snapped in a $2,165 Alexander McQueen Obsession Print Box Pleat Crepe Dress:

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Her crepe dress features a round neckline, shoulder pads, darts at the shoulders and front, short sleeves, a cropped cape overlay, allover print, slit pockets, and a box pleated skirt.

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Cute!

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If you’re up for the splurge, get Tia’s frock here.

Thoughts?

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Splurge: Garcelle Beauvais’s BCBG Make-A-Wish Fashion Show BCBGMAXAZRIA Teal Fitted Gown

Garcelle Beauvais went bold at the BCBG Make-A-Wish Fashion Show in a $278 Teal Fitted Gown from the brand:

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Her mermaid gown features shoulder cutouts and a georgette hem.

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This was a fabulous color on her.

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If you’re up for the splurge, get Garcelle’s gown here.

Thoughts?

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Splurge: Margot Robbie’s LAX Reformation Rose White Parisa Dress, Gucci Red XL Leather Mini Bag, and Mansur Gavriel Blush Suede Mules

Margot Robbie was pretty in pink in LAX, traipsing through the airport in a $218 Reformation Rose White Parisa Dress, $1,400 Gucci Red XL Leather Mini Bag, and $625 Mansur Gavriel Blush Suede Mules:

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Her calf-length dress features a wrap silhouette, cap sleeves, a v-neckline, side slit, asymmetrical hem, attached belt, and fitted bodice.

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Her red leather mini bag boasts the iconic Italian fashion house’s embossed logo, and a removable chain strap.

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Her suede blush mules feature functional 3.5″ heels.

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Cute!

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If you’re up for the splurge, get Margot’s frock here, her bag here, and mules here.

Thoughts?

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Who Wore it Better? Mel B vs Justine Skye in Discount Universe Glitter Belt Dress

Nothin’ like a good ole’ fashion battle!  Melanie Brown, better known as Mel B, was spotted on the set of America’s Got Talent wearing the same Discount Universe Glitter Belted dress that Justine Skye wore to the V Files runway show during NYFW in 2015.

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Mel B rocked a top knot, purple Luboutin pumps and a three-toned fur boa.

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Justine opted for nude pumps and her signature purple locks.

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Justine’s ensemble is a two-piece, making it slightly different than Mel’s dress.

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Less is more.  I prefer Justine’s simple styling.  Mel looks too costume-y.

What do you think?  Who wore it better?

Who Wore it Better? Mel B vs Justine Skye in Discount Universe Glitter Belt Dress

 
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Splurge: Otmara Marrero’s Crackle StartUp TV Series Los Angeles Screening C/MEO Collective White For The People Lace Up Top and Skirt

Actress Otmara Marrero took to the Crackle StartUp TV Series Los Angeles Screening in a $170 C/MEO Collective White For The People Lace Up Top, $180 Skirt, and those coveted Alaïa Circle Sandals:

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Her cami-inspired top boasts a fitted bodice, flare bottom, v-neckline, thin straps, and lace-up front with metal eyelet detailing.

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Her matching skirt features a high-waist, length that falls just below the knee, and slight flare.

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Pretty! I have my eye on her.

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If you’re up for the splurge, get Otamara’s top here and skirt here.

Are you feeling it?

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Look for Less: Kelly Rowland’s SiriusXM Studios Erdem White Bessie Lace Blouse and Gianvito Rossi Beige Illusion Pumps

Kelly Rowland made an appearance at SiriusXM Studios in a $1,344 Erdem White Bessie Lace Blouse and $795 Gianvito Rossi Beige Illusion Pumps:

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Her top is crafted from tiered white lace. It features a black grosgrain bow, jewel neckline, sleeveless silhouette, high-low hem, and chiffon camisole lining.

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Her pumps are a veritable classic at this point, boasting a pointed-toe silhouette, beige panels, and clear PVC detailing.

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This $99 Vince Camuto Tie Neck Lace Shell is an affordable match.

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And these $179 House of CB Roma Gold and Blush Patent Leather and Clear PVC Panel Pointy Pumps are great lookalikes.

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She’s always gorgeous!

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Would you wear it?

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Hot! or Hmm… Heidi Klum’s America’s Got Talent Season 11 Live Show Wolk Morais Fall 2016 Black Bow Jumpsuit

It was all about the details for Heidi Klum at the America’s Got Talent Season 11 Live Show. For the occasion, she slipped on a Wolk Morais Fall 2016 Black Bow Jumpsuit:

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Heidi pulled her hair back and added statement earrings to the fashionable all-in-one.

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I loved this!

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What do you think? Hot! or Hmm…?

Hot! or Hmm… Heidi Klum’s America’s Got Talent Season 11 Live Show Wolk Morais Fall 2016 Black Bow Jumpsuit

 
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On the Bomb Life: Throwback Thursday; Fashion Bomb Daily Started Approximately 10 Years Ago, Today

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Happy Thursday!
Head on over to The Bomb Life for a fun post celebrating 10 years of Fashion Bomb Daily fabulosity!

I promise I wanted to craft something more memorable, pensive, or reflective, but I this morning looked up, saw the date, and thought: Wow! It’s been 10 years!
An excerpt:
Thursdays are always for Throwbacks, and I always want to reflect on where I was several years ago, on the date of my latest entry.
While preparing breakfast this morning, I realized that I started Fashion Bomb Daily approximately 10 years ago, today.

I had to go back 3,224 pages on the current site to get to that first post, penned August 29th, 2006.

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It was a Claire’s Life post without a picture of me (I would eventually emerge at FBD’s One Year Anniversary). I wrote, “Welcome to my humble, humble blog. I’m a twenty-something year old in a city and an industry where fabulosity is EXTREMELY important. I love to write (ask my friends who receive my e-mail novellas everday), hang out with my buddies, and…SHOP! I’m absolutely, positively addicted. I’m the type of person who’d rather have a cute dress than a balanced meal, would rather spend a Saturday in Soho stores than sunning, and would take shoes over security….Come along with me as I search for bargain cute pieces, investment items, and everything in between!”

Little did I know at the time that my journey would take me all over the world, from the Caribbean to Europe to Africa and beyond.


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That I would meet the world’s A-list, one party and fashion show at a time, and build lasting relationships with readers that spanned the globe.

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I had no idea the adventures I would partake in, the things I would see or do. The people I would touch, and who would touch me.

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I met every situation with wild abandon, with endless hope and faith that all would turn out right, even in the face of adversity. The fashion industry is not kind, especially to people of color, but I managed to make the best out of it, doing what I could with the resources I had available to me.

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We will be doing lots to celebrate 10 years (and almost 1 million followers on Instagram woohoo!). Stay tuned to this space for updates. Read the rest of my thoughts on TheBombLife.com.
Smootches!

Hot! or Hmm… Karlie Kloss’s New York City Off-White Resort 2017 Colorful Printed Jumpsuit

Karlie Kloss was off-duty in NYC, looking prints perfect in an Off-White Resort 2017 Colorful Printed Jumpsuit:

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Karlie added sneakers to the chic one-piece.

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I need this jumpsuit in my life!

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What do you think? Hot! or Hmm…?

Hot! or Hmm… Karlie Kloss’s New York City Off-White Resort 2017 Colorful Printed Jumpsuit

 
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