Blake Lively is on a roll in New York promoting her new movie The Shallows, hitting theaters this Friday.  She made an appearance on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon to gab about the new film and to share a few laughs with the funny man while wearing a Cushnie et Ochs Resort 2017 Ribbed Off-The-Shoulder dress and $2,495 Christian Louboutin ‘Miss Taos’ Multicolor Beaded Pumps.

 The bandage fit at the bust falls gracefully off the shoulders while keeping everything in place.  The bottom of the dress is made of a stretchy light-knit fabric, perfect for her growing baby bump.  And inch or two below the knee, the modest length shows a little bit of leg while elongating her frame. Blake jazzed up her ensemble even more with her bold, patterned pumps. Inspired by Mexican artisinal crafts, Louboutin’s ‘Miss Taos’ pumps are certain to garner the a few double-takes.  With elaborate and colorful beading, this four-inch heel makes for the perfect summer shoe. Clad in a peach colored number by Elie Saab yesterday, Blake opted for bold colors this go ’round, choosing cobalt over the blush color as seen on the model above.  With soft makeup, a slightly messy ponytail and minimal jewelry, Blake let the colors of her look speak for themselves.  And she looks hot! Do you agree?

 

Hot! or Hmm…: Blake Lively’s The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon Cushnie et Ochs Resort 2017 Ribbed Cobalt Off-The-Shoulder Dress and Christian Louboutin ‘Miss Taos’ Multicolor Beaded Pumps

Hot! Blake Lively Rocked It!

Hmm… Not Loving The Bold Colors

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Her dress isn’t available in stores yet, but you can take a look at Cushnie et Ochs Resort 2017 collection here, and shop her shoes here, should your budgets allow.  

Another day, another look for Blake Lively! The mommy-to-be was snapped in NYC, sporting a Michael Kors Collection Fall 2016 Grey Hoodie and Feather Embellished Dress:

Blake pretty much copied the runway look verbatim.

Change clothes…and go! She’s working it this week.

What do you think? Hot! or Hmm…?

Hot! or Hmm… Blake Lively’s New York City Michael Kors Collection Fall 2016 Grey Hoodie and Feather Embellished Dress

Hot! Blake looks fab

Hmm…not feeling the dress

 

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Whenever summer comes around, the first thing I’m ditching are pants! In lieu of shorts, I usually go for awesome shirt dresses, that easily switch from daytime work to night time festivities in no time. Thus, today’s Bomb Product is right in the knick of time: Topshop’s oversized stripe shirt dress.Aside from the vertical stripping which will instantly make one look slimmer, it features contrasting patch pockets and offers a casual feel by being oversized.I love a good oversized tee, giving you air to breathe while also letting you rock out in style for the summer. Sport this dress with heels, sandals, over shorts or even by itself! The options are endless, and no matter what, you’ll look fabulous.

If you’re digging this wardrobe staple for the summer, you can purchase it for $70  here.

So what do you think? Are you adding this awesome shirt dress to your wardrobe?

During my daily morning routine of scouring Snapchat, I stumbled upon our fave Tracee Ellis Ross doing press for the 2016 BET Awards (alongside Black-ish co-star Anthony Anderson) while uplifting a whimsical $920 Stella McCartney Pre-Fall 2016 ‘Alida’ Stripe Cat Print Silk Top and a $995 Leopard Print Jacquard Skirt from the brand. She completed her look with matching lace-up gladiator sandals and a breezy updo.

The actress’s exact frock was featured in the Pre-Fall 2016 presentation where Lineisy Montero rocked gold hoop earrings, animal print slip-ons and a structured cream handbag.

Tracee’s long sleeve top blends sportswear with romantic themes and soft cat motifs. The silk blouse also includes royal blue, black and orange diagonal chevron stripes along the neckline.

Luckily, this playful piece is still available online. Get yours now!

Tracee’s skirt pairs perfectly with the theme of her shirt! This edgy Italian accent boasts a banded waist, a concealed back zip closure and a relaxed fit.

You can also purchase this piece via Saks Fifth Avenue here!

This is exactly what makes Tracee such a fun fashionista to follow – she’s just so fearless and unpredictable. I love it!

What are your thoughts?

Signing Out — Esmesha

 

When you think of your skin tone, what comes to mind?  When I think of mine, I see rich chocolate skin that shimmers when the sun hits it.  Skin that has its own natural highlight and with the sun serving as bronzer.  Today, I am proud of my complexion.  Unfortunately that feeling hasn’t always been familiar to me.  I grew up being one of the darker people in my family.  I was constantly told, “You’re pretty for a brown skin girl.”  It left me wondering what was wrong with all of the other girls if I was the exception.  Still, I went through my teenage years realizing that my slightly darker skin set me aside from my fair-skin counterparts.  When I realized who Marsha B. was, I realized that my color is one of a queen.  Not because of the degree of melanin, but because the melanin tells a story of strength, no matter the shade.  Our complexion tells a historic tale of trials, tribulations and triumphs.  Brown skin wasn’t always the popular choice until one day, women of color everywhere woke up and decided, “My brown skin is poppin!”

Tori Elizabeth and Victory Jones joined forces to birth The Colored Girl Campaign.  The primary focus behind TCG is to highlight the beauty and features of the brown color wheel.  Mainstream media may frown on our complexion and features, but this campaign works to empower and unite women of color based on their unique physical attributes. Each model was handpicked by Tori and Victory with the intention of accentuating the features that media finds abnormal or weird yet are emulated and celebrated on other women.  Tori explained, “There are moments where I feel everyone loves us and wants to be us and have our features. But then there are the moments when I feel it’s not okay for us to have it but it’s okay for the masses to have it.  So as a brown girl I feel sometimes it’s not okay to be who you are.  Whether it’s in media or social media.  I’m from the south, where being a brown girl isn’t something that people necessarily worship or praise.  I want the next generation (and our generation) to look at this campaign and feel like it’s okay to be a brown girl, outside of media.  In real life.“

The process for picking the models for TCG was simple. “(I looked for) Different girls of different shades.  I was looking at facial features that didn’t really match the other, but complimented one another.  I looked at hair that they had whether it was locks, braids, weaves or afros.  I looked at the skin tone.  From the lightest skin to the darkest, beautiful skin.  I didn’t want it to be commercial and conventional; I didn’t want every girl to have the same body type, I wanted to show different aspects of a woman,” she said.

Happy Tuesday, folks!
So in addition to our Cocktails with Claire and Miss Diddy events, Miss Diddy and I have collaborated on a dinner series, which brings together powerful, influential, bomb men and women to break bread and build! Our first Influencer Dinner was in LA and last night we took our talents to my hometown of Atlanta for a fabulous dinner, sponsored by Reebok, and co-hosted by Toya Wright and Tammy Rivera.

The dress code was Reebok, so guests represented in sneakers, leggings, and low key Athleisure looks. Lots of Bombshells came and showed their support, including Kandi Burruss, Monyetta Shaw, Rasheeda, Latasha Wright, Parischea, Tami Reed of Talking with Tami, Fashion Bomb Daily graphic designer Ashley Stewart, and Marie Denee of the Curvy Fashionista!

Take a look at some stand out Athleisure looks for the night:

Parischea sat pretty in a jumpsuit, Christian Louboutin heels, a Gucci bag, and a Reebok sheer jacket.

Tammy Rivera made Reebok Classics look oh so cute, didn’t she? She wore a Zara jacket, white dress, and a popping Gucci Sylvie Top Leather Handle purse.

Toya Wright added heels and a Givenchy Antigona bag to a Reebok jacket and a Shop Garb Boutique black dress.

Kandi kept it simple in ripped jeans and a white button down.

And Miss Diddy and I wore the same Reebok Dance Strappy Bra Top! She dressed hers up with a Reebok jacket, denim shorts, and Saint Laurent heels, while I skewed more casual in a Reebok jacket, leggings, and black Classics.
It was a fun night! Atlanta showed us lots of love!





I have a few more days in the A before heading to LA for the BET Awards. We’ll be on the carpet–it’s sure to be a fun time!

Until then, special thanks to Tara, Ashley, Angela and Arie from Reebok, and the whole team at St. Cecilia restaurant!

What do you think?
Images: Robin Lori

The Carters are taking a much needed break from Beyonce’s Formation World Tour.  Luxuriating in Hawaii on vacation, Queen Bey shared a few photos on her website of her family’s holiday from building Sandcastles on the beach yesterday (pun intended) to wearing a $210 Sugarbird ‘Copacabana’ Lemon Printed Dress near the pool.

This printed summertime off-the-shoulder maxi dress features quarter sleeves, an empire elastic waist and a billowing silhouette.  Not to mention, the lemons emblazoned on this frock and the lemon festooned headband are a genius nod to the success of her latest album and tour.

While most of us may not be able to relax in the lap of luxury like the Carters do, you may be able to join in on the fun, vicariously anyway.  At $210, it just might be worth the splurge.

Should your wallets allow, you can pre-order the dress here until it becomes available.

 Aww!  What say you to Bey’s dress and Jay-Z and Blue’s dance skills?  Adorable, no?

  

Hey ya’ll!

Another glorious Tuesday is upon us and, as usual, we have another tantilizing Bomb Blogger! For today’s feature, I chose to highlight Agatha Ashi of the personal style blog Irony of Ashi.

Read on the learn more about this Houston-based bombshell!

If your primary style objective consists of complete sophistication and timeless elegance, then Agatha is your go-to source for inspiration. I always find myself captivated by her tailored, no-fuss style and she always manages to look so well put together. She’s solidified herself as a fashion chameleon who isn’t afraid to embrace trends while still remaining true to her personal sartorial tastes.

In addition to her magnificent wardrobe, Agatha’s natural beauty also radiates against her impeccable ensembles. The color enthusiast’s signature bold lip and ever-changing hairstyles instantly add an instant polished aesthetic to her unique appeal.

Hands down, my favorite aspect of Agatha’s style lies within her ability to make the simplest of pieces look like a million dollars! Whether she’s flaunting the off-the shoulder trend in an African-print halterneck maxi or rocking a unique and affordable H&M find, she is walking proof that confidence is the key to pulling off any and every look imaginable. While examining her looks, her range is beyond extraordinary. She effortlessly channels relaxed vibes in a laid-back olive bomber and distressed denim, and then, she’s street style ready in a monochromatic burgundy frock! Nevertheless, she’s dope either way.

Slay on, Agatha!

To see more from this flawless fashionista, check out her official blog here or follow her charming Instagram account @ironyofashi!

Thoughts?

Signing Out — Esmesha

Kendall Jenner kept it cute and casual in the Big Apple, clad in a $265 T by Alexander Wang Tie Back Terry Romper and $1,897 Givenchy Bow Cut Mini Leather Crossbody Bag:

Her cotton romper ties behind the back. It features a surplice neck, cuffed short sleeves, a drawstring waistband, and inset pockets.

Her black leather cross-body bag boasts a push-clasp closure, bow-cut shape, detachable chain strap, and metalwork crosses.

I need this romper in my life!

Get Kendall’s playsuit here and bag here.

Are you feeling it?

Jennifer Lopez was snapped in NYC, sporting $505 Fendi Cat Eye Sunglasses, $190 C/Meo Collective Two Sides Top, and $150 Stand Still Skirt:

Her black acetate sunnies feature cat-eye frames, logo-etched temples, and gray gradient lenses.

Her top boasts an asymmetric wrap-around halter neck, contrast quilted band, a fitted bodice, and a removable contrast quilted waist tie belt. Here it is in white.

Her skirt features a calf-grazing length, wide waistband, and wrap silhouette.

Hot! As always.

Get J.Lo’s shades here, top here and skirt here.

Are you feeling it?