 Fashion Bomber of the Week: Keeon West from Houston, Texas
Hey all you Bombshells and Bombers, we’re back with another men’s style highlight. This week we’re spotlighting Keeon West from Texas, the personal chef with great taste in and outside the kitchen.
When it comes to food, Keeon doesn’t play, and the same can be said about his style. His day-to-day looks are rooted in streetwear with a wardrobe full of enviable sneakers and trendy It items like the Marni Sabot mules.
Photo: @keeonwest on IG
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JT is a Modern Day Marie Antionette in the Poster Girl AW23 Campaign
The City Girls are up and keep going up. With Young Miami killing it with her podcast Caresha Please and a guest appearance on Black Mafia Family, JT is cementing her fashion girl status.
Poster Girl, the London-based brand beloved by celebs like Dua Lipa, Kylie Jenner, and Storm Reid, tapped JT as the muse for its Autumn/Winter 2023 campaign.
Shot in downtown L.A, the viral campaign sees the luxurious City Girl in a Marie Antionette 18th-century court meets west coast grunge look. Founde
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Christian Cowan x Teletubbies Takes It Back to the 90s
Fashion has seen a lot of collabs that feature kid-friendly brands: Coach x Disney, Loewe x Spirited Away, Uniqlo x Winnie the Pooh, and not to mention the many, many Hello Kitty collabs. Yet, no previous collaboration tops the whimsy that is Christian Cowan x Teletubbies.
British designer Christian Cowan has teamed with British television characters, the Teletubbies. The hit 90s program features four iconic characters with TVs embedded into their tummies and antennas atop their heads. There
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Shannon Sharpe Sits Courtside in a Louis Vuitton Varsity Jacket
Shannon Sharpe has been stepping up his style lately. Working with stylist Hollywood Mugler, the Pro Football Hall of Famer has stepped out in the Louis Vuitton puzzle sweater and a cool Greg Lauren cardigan.
Recently, Sharpe took his style courtside at a Lakers game in a $10,800 Louis Vuitton varsity jacket.
Photo: Getty Images
The Louis Vuitton varsity jacket has proven to be a piece that celebs love, with A-list fans including fellow athlete Odell Beckham Jr and rappers like Vic Me
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 The Many Bags of the Louis Vuitton Miami SS ’23 Re-Show Attendees
On a warm Miami day, what felt like a museum of Louis Vuitton bags were on display. It is only fitting, as the brand held a Spring/Summer 2023 show (which had officially already been shown, so this is more of a re-show), and every attendee came in with the rarest and most delightful Louis Vuitton Bags. While the brand sells exotic bags, I can count on one hand the amount I’ve seen being carried in...
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The New Dior Plan De Paris Print Dates Back to the 1950s
Few bags rise to icon status as quickly as the Dior Book Tote. Created by Maria Grazia Chiuri as part of the brand’s Spring/Summer 2018 collection, it was inspired by a drawing from the 1960s. Though simple in aesthetic, the original Book Tote, produced in Dior’s classic oblique embroidery, required more than thirty-seven hours of work and 1,500,000 stitches to complete. Defined by its impeccable...
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Mugler and H&M Announce Collaboration, Launching May 2023
There’s a new H&M Designer collection on the horizon! The brand announced today it’s collaboration with Mugler, Launching May 2023.
Credit: H&M
Via a press release, “H&M is proud to announce its next designer collaboration - a landmark partnership with the house of Mugler. Mugler has always offered an open invitation to a broad range of characters and beauty types, and now, with this partnership, it is throwing open the door even wider. The collection by Mugler's crea...
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Beyoncé and Adidas Call It Quits After 5-Year Partnership
The world stopped, yet again, when Beyonce announced the release of her activewear line Ivy Park. The brand was first introduced as a 50-50 partnership with Topshop till Beyonce took full ownership of the brand and ended the affiliation. Soon after, Bey hooked up with Adidas.
The Beyhive buzzed with anticipation and then frustration when the initial Fall 2015 launch got pushed to the spring of 2016, but Queen Bey did deliver, in spring, as promised. Her first collection was dominated by ma...
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Megan Thee Stallion Attended the Women’s History Month Brunch in an Iris-Patterned Alexander McQueen Ensemble
Megan Thee Stallion is back, and we couldn’t be happier for the Houston hottie. It’s been a wild ride for Megan since the tumultuous trial with Tory Lanez, which brought her and other victims of gun violence to the forefront of a social media nightmare. Despite that, she’s back to business with an album on the way and back to slaying public appearances.
Photo: @theestallion on Instagram
In her first big event since the trial, recently retired celebrity stylist Law Roach
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CC 176: The Collector Who Hates Shopping
In today’s installment of Closet Confessionals, we meet a collector in her early thirties hailing from Dubai. After snagging her first designer bag at 29, this real estate professional began acquiring a new bag every 3 or 4 months. Just 3 years after beginning her collecting journey, CC 176 has amassed a collection of Goyard, Louis Vuitton, Gucci, and more. Next up, she hopes to snag a Classic...
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Louis Vuitton Unveils a Look at Its Second Chapter of LV X Yayoi Kusama
Louis Vuitton’s second collaboration with contemporary artist Yayoi Kusama launched earlier this year with pieces spanning both womenswear and menswear, and including ready-to-wear, bags, shoes, luggage, trunks, and fragrances. The first drop was vast, but it didn’t stop there, and now the brand is unveiling the second chapter of one of its largest collaborations to date. Drop 2 of Louis Vuitton x...
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The Coveted Gucci Horsebit 1955 Line Expands
One of my most loved bags in my collection is my Gucci Horsebit 1955 bag. But my love for the Horsebit didn’t start there, in fact, my first Gucci bag was the Horsebit Hobo (from 2005). The Horsebit family continues to expand, and today the latest Gucci Horsebit 1955 handbag campaign launches featuring actress Halle Bailey, Global Brand Ambassador Hanni, and critically-acclaimed...
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What’s In Her Bag: Jen Horev from Pura Vida
While a longer sit-down meal is always enjoyable, the idea of a quick, healthy meal that still offers a welcoming environment and mood is one that I will always opt for. Pura Vida is one of my favorite spots in the South Florida area for fresh, healthy eats (that feels like an extension of a beach vacation home). Founded in 2012 and now with 14 locations across South Florida with the brand’s most...
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The Highly Covetable and Dimensional Prada Nappa Antique Bags are Here
Prada Spring 23 revolves around the dichotomy of life and different visions that allow the sensual and delicate to live in the same realm as creative freedom. This means a new vision for some of Prada’s bags where pressed and wrinkled leather is used to reinterpret classic Prada silhouettes. Opposing the recent success of the Cleo and its sleek and structured design, these bags are more about a...
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Mansur Gavriel Introduces a Sustainable Iteration of Its Beloved Bucket Bag
Cult-favorite indie brand Mansur Gavriel launched with just two simple silhouettes, a Bucket Bag and a Tote Bag, with the goal of providing a well-crafted, beautifully made bag of quality leather that was simple and available at a reasonable price. Their brand signifier has always been simplicity, offering bags with no hardware, studs, or frills. The brand’s beloved Bucket Bag made waves when it...
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Celebs Love: Rihanna and Hailey Bieber Spotted in the Same Striped Loewe Polo
Ever since British designer JW Anderson took over the Creative Director role at Loewe, celebrities have been seated for every collection, whether it be menswear or women. So it should come as no surprise that the most style-focused celebs share a love for the same pieces.
Recently Rihanna and A$AP Rocky went on a quick shopping trip at Maxfield and dressed in their usual enviable street style. While Rocky went with medium wash denim, a red plaid shirt, trucker hat, and a quilted Bottega Vene
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The 25% Off Neiman Marcus Friends and Family Sale is Here
If there is any way to easily get a discount on something I already love, I’m going to do it. Thankfully, Neiman Marcus makes it easy for us, by offering different events that earn money back or get money off. This time, it’s the Neiman Marcus Friends and Family Sale which offers 25% off select items and 20% off select jewelry. The less hassle, the better, so I am in if I can simply click a few...
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Get Ready to Turn Heads with the New Gucci Blondie Bag
What feels like eons ago, I was introduced to the Gucci Soho Disco Bag, and that bag quickly became one of my most beloved bags and a bag that, at times, you couldn’t walk a city block without seeing someone else carrying as well. There are so many reasons that the bag was a great success, and now, the Gucci Blondie aims to follow up the Soho Disco’s success story. The evolution of the brand and...
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Real Talk: Purse Fatigue Is Real…and a Major Turn-Off!
How much time do you spend on social media? Google currently clocks the figure at roughly 2.5 hours a day for the average American. But this can potentially increase to anywhere between seven to nine hours within the younger subset of the population, namely, teens and Gen Z-ers, such as yours truly. In my defense, I *absolutely must* spend most of my day visiting the various virtual outposts of...
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Jeremy Scott Leaves Moschino After 10 Years
Jeremy Scott, America’s king of kitsch, has been the creative mind behind Italy’s Moschino for years, 10 to be exact, but after his decade-long run of campy couture, the designer has announced his departure from the brand.
Jeremy Scott and Katy bakstage at the Moschino show Photo: Backgrid USA
Though Scott presented his first namesake collection in the late 90s, he began working with Moschino in 2013. Playing with satire, humor, and pop culture, he’s known for his Americ
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Introducing the Dior Club Bag
A few things come to mind when I think of the bags I like to carry for a night out. First, a top zip is really ideal for navigating overcrowded downtown hot spots where making your way through a sea of sweaty bodies is nearly impossible on any given Friday or Saturday night. Second, the bag must be roomy enough to hold my phone, cosmetics, wallet, and other miscellany but not too large that it’s...
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What You Need to Consider Before Purchasing Hiking Boots
Selecting the proper set of hiking boots might be a very challenging task since a lot should be considered before making the purchase. However, finding the right boot for your hiking is fascinating because you will have sorted your process fully. Remember that hiking shoes should be perfect depending on how and where you plan your hike experience. They are preferred to be the most reproving gear, so you need to have the proper set to help you glissade down the trail well. Ensure you refrain
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Fashion Bombshell of the Day: Fumi from Toronto
Hey Bombshells! Meet Fumi, our Fashion Bombshell of the Day. Check her below.
The colors are vibrant, the textures are lavish, and her silhouettes are alluring. She has a style that is very glamorous and luxe.
What are your thoughts on this Bombshell's style? Fashion Bombshell of the Day is a feature showcasing the singular style of Fashion Bomb Readers. For your chance to be featured, send your name, location, a description of your style, and 5-10 ...
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Stars Debut the Latest Bags from Louis Vuitton, Miu Miu and More
After fashion month, stars have resumed their normal activities, and we’re here for a calm bit of normalcy for a little. From visits to talk shows to shopping, running errands, and showing off baby bumps, this week’s batch of celebs brings with it a really great variety of bags, with only one brand repeat! Rihanna’s baby bump continues to pop, and as to be expected, her pregnancy doesn’t alter her...
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Fashion Bombshell of the Day: Natoya from North Carolina
Hey Bombshells! Today's Fashion Bombshell of the Day is Natoya from North Carolina, check her out below.
The combination of oversized and form fitting pieces allows for looks that are alluring and chic.
What are your thoughts?
Fashion Bombshell of the Day is a feature showcasing the singular style of Fashion Bomb Readers. For your chance to be featured, send your name, location, a description of your style, and 5-10 clear, unfiltered, head-to-toe ...
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Unveiling: Luxury Contemporary Fashion by Marro Designs
Meet the woman whose love and enthusiasm for the fashion industry are obvious and undoubtedly evident to all, heavily driven by her desire to see others reflect their genuine beauty via what they wear. She is Oghenemarro Victory, also referred to as Marro. She is the brain, the originator, and the creative force behind the apparel line “Marro Designs.“
“Marro Designs” is a distinctive brand that draws inspiration from the natural environment and local cultures,
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Neiman Marcus Dollar Off Event is Here
My shopping goes hand in hand with the seasons (and trips) every year, with a lull after the holidays, but when the weather starts warming up and spring break and summer plans feel near, my virtual shopping carts begin to fill. Thankfully, Neiman Marcus is here with its Dollar Off Event, just in time to give my cart that feeling of levity with money coming off as a reward for merely shopping.
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Claire Sulmers Wears Monochromatic Looks by wearNIKI to the Black Excellence Brunch and the Black Influencer Pop Up
We love a Black designer moment, and recently our bomb CEO, Claire Sulmers, stepped out in cut-and-sew label wearNIKI by Nikole (Niki) Dalton.
wearNIKI is a Black-owned label designed and manufactured in Oakland, CA. One look at the brand’s Instagram, and you’ll see that wearNIKI is a glam-forward label with an appreciation for elegant eveningwear, sparkles, and fine ostrich feathers. Dalton prides herself on designing pieces for women who are winning. Whether in life, love,
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Kanye West and Wife Bianca Sensori Go Shopping on Melrose Wearing Balenciaga
Kanye West and his wifey Bianca Sensori have been hitting the streets in style ever since they said ‘I do.’ Whether it be dinner with the family or hitting up their favorite shops, this duo does it in the futuristic utilitarian sexy West has come to be known for.
Recently the couple went shopping on Melrose and the controversial rapper wore a brown leather bomber jacket, black cargos, and combat boots. A typical Ye ‘fit we’d say. Incorporates the color black, an overs
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Have Denim Bags Become a Spring/Summer Staple?
At what point does something move past a trend to become a closet staple? It’s a question we often ask ourselves at PurseBlog, and today we’re diving in once again. This time, the subject in question is denim. Denim bags, to be exact. Once a seasonal trend that would ebb and flow, depending on the year, since the turn of the decade it seems that the denim bag boom is no longer dependent on the...
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Three Handbag Trends That Ruled the Fall 2023 Runways
It’s been a long few weeks for the fashion set, but fashion month has finally ended. Throughout the last month, we’ve covered all of the comings and goings that come along with fashion month, from the street style bags of New York, London, Milan and Paris to the newest collections from Prada, Fendi, Chanel and more. As a whole, fashion month gives us a look at what designers will have to offer in...
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Chanel’s Spring 2023 Bags Are Here and We’ve Got the Scoop
While we were knee-deep in covering fashion month and all of the newness that’s to come later this year, Chanel not-so-quietly dropped its new collection. Spring 2023 is in stores now, and bag lovers will delight in its allure. Glamorous and romantic, mini bags continue to reign supreme, and Virginie Viard’s Chanel is more commercialized and wearable than that of her predecessor...
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CC 175: The Workaholic
In today’s installment of Closet Confessionals, we meet a collector in her forties who has been collecting bags for over a decade. Like many of us, CC 175 dipped her toe into the world of designer bags with Louis Vuitton Monogram canvas, snagging a Neverfull MM as her first luxury bag. She’s since sold that bag, but her love of collecting has continued. CC 175 has since explored other brands and...
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The Neutral and Novelty Bags Carried by Men at NYFW
Sleek and neutral was the vibe of choice for bags carried by men this past New York Fashion Week, with shades of black and beige (and a few novelty pops) dominating the streets. From Coach to Prada and Commes de Garcon, the men brought the label diversity without straying too far from a simple, practical silhouette (for the most part). Tired of backpacks and briefcases and ever-more present at...
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A Detailed Review of the Prada Cleo
The Prada Cleo first debuted during Prada’s Spring/Summer 2021 ‘The Show That Never Happened,’ hitting the handbag scene with a big release in late 2020. Playing on a popular archival ’90s shape from Prada’s past, the Cleo is meant to showcase the evolution and reinvention of the brand while paying homage to its heritage. Its sleek shape quickly became a favorite of the fashion set...
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A Detailed Review of the Prada Cleo
The Prada Cleo first debuted during Prada’s Spring/Summer 2021 ‘The Show That Never Happened,’ hitting the handbag scene with a big release in late 2020. Playing on a popular archival ’90s shape from Prada’s past, the Cleo is meant to showcase the evolution and reinvention of the brand while paying homage to its heritage. Its sleek shape quickly became a favorite of the fashion set...
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An Interview With: @TheFakeBirkinSlayer
The counterfeit industry has long been a subculture of fashion, from Canal Street knock-offs to “inspired by” dupes, perfect and pristine replicas to NFTs; it’s a subject I have tackled here on PurseBlog more than once. With the rise of social media, however, the market for this industry substrate has grown exponentially and become increasingly visible. Articles like the now-infamous one published...
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Black Excellence Unites at Vanity Fairs After Party: Queen Latifah, Michael B. Jordan, Quinta Brunson, Chloe & Halle Bailey, Ciara and More
Some of the most epic and iconic black celebrities in Hollywood assembled in an architectural basement at the Vanity Fair's After Party to take a rare photo together in celebration of their noteworthy milestones.
In one frame, we saw the crème de la crème of uber successful black entertainers, actors, filmmakers, and sports players who are breaking racial barriers in the media and film industry.
From Actors like Michael B. Jordan, Idris Elba and Kevin Hart, to actresses like Queen...
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Fashion Bomber of the Day: Armiel from New York
Meet Armiel, also known by the IG handle @armielchandler from New York. He's diversifying the fashion industry one look at a time and represents for fashionable influencers everywhere. His style which pays homage to the late Andre Leon Talley and has the color palette of Jeremy Scott's designs, makes Armiel a trailblazer who has an iconic future ahead of him.
Pic Cred: @armielchandler
Pic Cred: @armielchandler
Whether in New York or Paris, you can catch Armiel in a head-turning ...
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Megan Thee Stallion Announces She’s Working on a New Album in an All Black Custom Mermaid Gown by Bach Mai
At the Vanity Fair Oscars Afterparty, Hollywood’s top echelon showed up and out to toast and celebrity all of the winners at the 95th Academy Awards. Before the champagne flowed and the dance floor rushed, Vanity Fair’s blue carpet welcomed dynamic looks like Hunter Schafer in a single white feather as a top and Offset in a Kanye-esque crystal face mask. Among the actors, actresses, and musicians that walked the carpet, Megan Thee Stallion stood out in one of her best looks yet.
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Offset Wore a Kanye West-Like Crystal Face Mask to the Vanity Fair Oscars Afterparty
At the Vanity Fair Oscars Afterparty, the stars wore looks even more elaborate than the Oscars looks. While A-listers like Billie Eilish stood out in a supersized Rick Owens gown, and Tessa Thompson delivered sexy romanticism in a rose bra by Moschino, Offset caused quite the conversation in a crystal mask.
Photo: Getty Images
Styled by his longtime stylist SheShe, the ATL rapper wore a double-breasted tuxedo by Dior and accessorized with a custom face mask by Malcolm Anthony. Since...
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The Ultimate Spring/Summer 2023 Bag Guide
While it is still cold in many parts of the country, New York included, the arrival of March signals that spring is, in fact, on the horizon. For many of us, this also means taking a look at our wardrobes and doing a little spring cleaning to make room for some new pieces. March is also when the new arrivals section of our favorite e-tailers heats up. Many great new bags are dropping...
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Stars Carry the Latest from Bottega Veneta, Miu Miu and More as March Forges On
I don’t know about you, but I get serious spring fever once March hits. It doesn’t matter what the temperature actually feels like outside, but I tire of wearing sweaters to every event, and putting on my winter coat really starts to get old. Celebs are forging on through March, waiting for spring and begrudgingly getting a few more uses out of their best outerwear. Dua Lipa opted for a sleek...
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Do Indie Brands Fare Better Without Logos?
Don’t you just love collecting handbags? I know I do! And for purse-lovers such as ourselves, nothing is perhaps a higher form of validation than a wardrobe full of our prized arm candies (bonus, if said closet is of the walk-in variety!). But while our favorite pastime, accumulating purses also constitutes a learning curve. Think about it, you only discover what you love once you’ve amassed a...
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The Vanity Fair Oscar’s After Party: Cardi B in Robert Wun, Megan Thee Stallion in Bach Mai, Ciara in Dundas & More
What a night to remember last night at the 95th Academy Awards ceremony where critically acclaim stars delivered outstanding performances. However let’s be honest, we all really anticipated the Oscars Vanity Fair's annual after party that was brewing with elegantly dressed celebrities.
Pic Cred: Getty Images
Grammy award winning rapper Cardi B arrived to the Vanity Fair red carpet in a scarlet red Robert Wun gown that was asymmetrically draped with tulle wrapped around her glamoro...
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Which Fashion Week Has the Hottest Handbag Game?
Let’s be honest. Fashion weeks have become as much about the street style of chic attendees as the designs appearing on the runway. While new collection displays increasingly feature extravagant stunts (case in point – Coperni’s runways robots and Sunnei’s crowd-surfing models), the garb worn by fashion insiders watching the show has become just as indicative of where certain brands and trends are...
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The Best Street Style Bags from PFW Fall 2023 Day 8
We’ve reached the end of our fashion month journey, but before we say au revoir, Paris, we’ve got one last set of street-style photos for your viewing pleasure. Chanel fans will be delighted by today’s set of bags. It was Chanel day, and of course, fans and attendees carried their very best Chanel bags to the show. We also saw a fair amount of the brand’s RTW too, which brought us much more color...
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Rihanna Covered Her Baby Bump in Margiela Crystals for Her Oscars Performance
It’s been years since the last Rihanna album --exactly six, but who’s counting?-- and while the Navy is hungry for another ANTI-type takeover, Rihanna has blessed us with not one but two live performances this year. Following her epic Super Bowl halftime show, Rihanna hit the Dolby Theatre stage Sunday night to perform Lift Me Up at the 95th Academy Awards.
Her colorful voice rang out over a violin rendition of the award-nominated track to an emotional audience in awe of...
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Hermès Women’s Autumn/Winter 2023 Runway Review: More Please!
Last week Nadège Vanhee-Cybulski sent another jaw-dropping array of clothes and accessories down the runway, this time for Hermès Women’s Autumn/Winter 2023. A highly-curated and well-considered array of options with very little to gloss over, this show was all style and all substance. Although I am a longtime fan of Hermès ready-to-wear and always find much to praise from Vanhee-Cybulski...
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On the Scene: Fashion Bomb daily Claire Sulmers Stuns at Paris Fashion Week
With a high profile and a fanbase that exceeds beyond the fashion Industry, it's no secret that CEO Claire Sulmers is THAT girl. From New York straight to Paris Fashion Week, she shut down some of shows with her notable looks that consisted of everything from metallic to Mongolian fur and snakeskin prints.
Pic @pix_by_smh
Paris Fashion Week came to a halt this week, but it wouldn’t be right if we didn't give you a glimpse into Claire's latest expedition to the Paris shows. He...
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Fashion Bombshell of the Day: Linda from South Africa
Hey Bombshells! Meet Linda, our Fashion Bombshell of the Day, check her out below.
Her style is classy and timeless. This Bombshell uses textures and shapes to define her looks rather than patterns and prints.
She usually rocks colors monochromatically, keeping things simple yet striking.
What are your thoughts on her style? Fashion Bombshell of the Day is a feature showcasing the singular style of Fashion Bomb Readers. For your chance to be featu
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Cardi B Takes Son Wave to a SZA Concert in a Marni Knit Mini Dress
Cardi B makes motherhood stylish. Whether she’s posing alongside her entire family in Lever Couture or coordinating with them in Denim Tears, the fly femcee knows how to parent without compromising on her fashion icon status. Recently, the Up rapper spent some quality time with her 1-year-old son Wave at a SZA show.
Although she was on mommy duty, Cardi showed up and out in a $1,250 knit Marni mini dress.
Photo: @iamcardib on Instagram
The long sleeve dress features a psychedeli
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Celebs Love! Yvonne Orji Wears the Dion Lee Chain Link Dress Previously Worn by Normani
Dion Lee is an It Girl signature brand with a celebrity following, including Bella Hadid, Selena Gomez, Hailey Bieber, and more. So it’s no surprise that two beloved A-listers stepped out in designer but also the same design.
For the Creed III premiere, Insecure star Yvonne Orji wore the gray Dion Lee chain link dress: a ribbed knit maxi dress with midriff cutouts decorated with a silver chain that drapes across the open back. Orji kept the styling simple with black simple strap sanda
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The Best Street Style Bags from PFW Fall 2023 Day 7
The street-style snaps continue to pour in, and we’re not done just yet (stay tuned for day 8, coming next week!) The style in Paris remains a sight to be seen, and we’re walking away with a renewed appreciation for European fashion. Day 7 was Louis Vuitton day, which means we saw plenty of Louis Vuitton’s fan-favorite bags. The Twist, Capucines and Coussin were just some of the bags seen outside...
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Naomi Campbell Closed the Off-White Fall 2023 Show
Last spring, Off-White announced that editor and stylist Ibrahim Kamara would be taking over as Creative Director. For his first official show, the multi-hyphenate fashion boy harmonized his heritage with the cemented ethos of the house. Fine fabric from West Africa coated varsity bomber jacket gowns and tailoring. The clothes were out of this world, an expression driven home with the Tennis Club de Paris transformed into a lunar landing set. Kamara knows how to put on a show and close one too.
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Chanel Fall 2023 is an Exploration of Eternal House Codes
Virginie Viard’s Chanel is contemporary but classic and irrevocably French. This collection doesn’t stray too far from that vision, focusing on fluidity. The show opened with a muted palette of black, grey, and white with pops of pastel pink. Viard wanted the RTW to be delicate in motion. Flowy dresses with high slits, flouncy maxi skirts, and asymmetrical tailoring echo this sentiment. However...
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Ashanti Models for Marc Jacobs’ 2023 Spring Handbag Collection
Marc Jacobs returns with the release of their Spring 2023 handbag collection. The Quilted Collection features the Marc Jacobs Stam bag which originally hit the runway in 2005, and the Quilted J Marc bag. The Campaign was fronted by R&B Princess, Ashanti alongside the bag’s namesake Jessica Stam, Paris Hilton, Ashlee Simpson and Selma Blair.
No stranger to lavish threads, Ashanti wears extravagant black knit wear and solid black gloves that extended above the elbow while modeling the Qu
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Your 2023 Guide to Mid-Range It-Bags
Gone are the days when the ‘It’ bag status was reserved solely for designs from heritage labels boasting hefty price tags. This season, the fashion set is showing some love for cult-favorite bags from mid-range brands. Since the idea of an ‘It’ bag was conceptualized in the 1990s, the styles bearing the title have predominantly been designed by famed, ultra-luxury labels. Take the Hermès Birkin...
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Balenciaga is Back: The Brand Holds its First Fashion Show Post the Holiday Ad Campaign Scandal
Last fall, Balenciaga launched its wildest controversy yet. So unhinged it sent the internet -rightfully so- into a frenzy of furriery so bad the brand’s biggest fan Kim Kardashian made a statement, and Balenciaga went into quiet hiding, removing all of their photos on Instagram and revoking its tagged feature. The crime in question was two campaigns, one with young children wearing teddy bear bags styled in S&M-style accessories and another featuring the Balenciaga x Adidas Hourglass...
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Miu Miu Focuses on Its Classics for Fall 2023
While 2022 might have been the year of Miu Miu, if the brand’s fall 2023 collection is any indication, the brand’s momentum shows no signs of slowing. Miu Miu continues to nail its youthful, on-trend aesthetic with a hint of elegance. An infectiously youthful spirit lives within the Miu Miu girl, and while the fall 2023 collection focused on invention and transformation, it is still inherently Miu...
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The Best Street Style Bags from PFW Fall 2023 Day 6
The best part about fashion month is not only the new collections coming out but the endless style inspiration to be found. It differs from city to city, and we love wrapping up each season with Paris. On day 6, we saw a little bit of everything, from pops of pink and purple to a hint of camo and lots of leather; the outfits are one of the best parts of Paris! As for the bags, day 6 brought with...
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CC 174: The NYC Physician
In today’s installment of Closet Confessionals, we meet a Doctor hailing from NYC in her early 30s who is reaching almost a full decade in her collecting journey. CC 174 got her first bag at age 25, a Chanel Flap from the resale market, after breaking up with a boyfriend who questioned why she always carried the same no-name leather handbag. This handbag lover dumped the guy and bought the Chanel...
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Louis Vuitton Adds a Bit of Whimsicality to Its Icons for Fall 2023
First and foremost, Louis Vuitton is a leather goods company, meaning that each season’s bags are a focus of their own, not just an added complement to the RTW. Creative director Nicolas Ghesquiere continues to build momentum on the things he’s already established at Louis Vuitton season after season while bringing new life to some of the brand’s classics. This season that is ever apparent...
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On the Scene: Treasa Leigh Brown’s We Rise Experience in Toronto Featuring Claire Sulmers, Ronne Brown and Kéla Walker
Women who dare to dream big, aspire to reach new heights and have a spirit of enterprise were united on Sunday at the 'We Rise Experience' Summit in Toronto, Canada to connect, and celebrate their entrepreneurial milestones.
Originally founded by Treasa Leigh Brown, We Rise Experience was initiated in pursuit of creating a space and community for entrepreneurs to collectively partner together to acquire business resources, network and essentially champion one another. The Toront...
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The Best Street Style Bags from PFW Fall 2023 Day 5
If you’re looking for an overload of Chic Parisian outfits then this is the set of street-style you’ve been waiting for. Unsurprisingly, the outfits were overwhelmingly neutral yet again, and those who know French style won’t find it all that shocking. Personally, I never realized how much color New Yorkers wear until I had friends visiting from Paris last fall, and we were discussing the...
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Fashion Bombshell of the Day: Chanelle from Minnesota
Hey Bombshells! Meet Chanelle from Minnesota, our Fashion Bombshell of the Day. Check her out below.
Layering different pieces and/or color blocking with accessories is a great way to add a different dynamic to your looks. She has a chic street style that is also vibrant and playful.
What are your thoughts?
Fashion Bombshell of the Day is a feature showcasing the singular style of Fashion Bomb Readers. For your chance to be featured, send your
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What is the Value of a Luxury Bag?
If one of the first things that come to mind when you think about luxury is dollar signs, you’re not alone. Luxury bags have long been a marker of status and wealth. The rising prices and exclusivity of many designs mean that luxury styles are intrinsically linked with high monetary worth in consumers’ minds like never before. But what really determines the value of a luxury bag? Is it solely the...
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Fashion Bomber of the Week: Jon from Germany
Hello Bombshells and Bombers, we’re back with another men’s style highlight. This week we’re spotlighting fashion influencer and stylist Jon.
Photo: @polo_erryday on Instagram
Originally from Germany but based in Miami, Florida, Jon is an eclectic style king with an appreciation for tailoring and monochromatic looks. His wardrobe’s packed with punchy colors, which he confidently pairs with equally vibrant hues.
Photo: @polo_erryday on Instagram
When as
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Fashion Bombshell of the Day: Debra from New York
Meet Debra, also known by the IG handle @lacanuckkreyol from New York. She's both fashionable and business savvy and has a love for DIY projects that consists of creating and reconstructing garments.From bold and edgy, to vibrant and aesthetically pleasing colors, Debra's style is unabashedly unique. She finds inspiration both domestically and internationally and believes that inspiration can be found through experiencing some of life's treasures including art, film, and architecture.
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Maria Grazia Chiuri Revisits the 1950s for Dior Fall 2023
Maria Grazia Chiuri’s creative imagination knows no bounds. Each new collection is seen as an opportunity to reflect and reimagine the role of clothing in relation to the body and fashion as a whole. For Fall 2023, Maria Grazia Chiuri took the design process as a chance to revisit the 1950s, further exploring the history of Dior. Greatly inspired by three of the House’s most fashionable muses...
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The Best Street Style Bags from PFW Fall 2023 Day 4
Fashion month forges on in its final city, but showgoers are showing anything but fatigue. The bags continue to impress, and though this bunch of bags is a bit repetitive, it’s eye candy nonetheless! We saw a bit more color on day 4 – from pops of red and pink to bold outerwear and more. Day 4 brought us Loewe day, and fans of the brand showed up and showed out. Loewe continues to be a favorite...
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Hermès Spring/Summer 2023, Part II: Leather Colors and Seasonal Scarves
In Part I of this article, I laid out the Hermès leather colors for this season: new and returning colors that are either being promoted by Hermès for Spring-Summer 2023 or have actually been offered for sale so far this season. In Part II, I coordinate the scarves according to their color groups with the available leather colors to give you a visual reference and some ideas for what will match or...
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On the Scene: Tiny and TI Match in Pink Monochromatic looks, Cardi in Marni, Nicki Minaj in Alexandre Vauthier and More
Celebs were spotted over the weekend dripped in designer apparel and we couldn't get enough of some of the game changing looks we saw. From Tiny and TI rocking monochromatic cotton candy ensembles to Cardi B and Kelly Rowland in bold shades of orange , hip hop was in full force and relentlessly stylish.In celebration of the premier of SWV & Xscape "The Queens of R&B," Tiny wore a soft pink rhinestone embellished dress by British label, House of CB. Matching his wife of over a decade, TI w...
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Loewe Focuses on Fluidity and Texture for Its Fall 2023 Collection
Few brands boast the understated luxury that Loewe under Creative Director Jonathon Anderson does; each season, it gets better and better. Jonathon Anderson remains committed to celebrating the brand’s history, bringing new life to Loewe’s most storied House codes. The newest chapter of Loewe began with the Fall/Winter 2023 Men’s collection, and it continues now with the women’s collection...
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The Best Street Style Bags from PFW Fall 2023 Day 3
We’re back on this fine Monday afternoon with a fresh set of Parisian street style for you, fresh from PFW day 4! If there’s one major difference to note from last season, it is that the looks (and the bags) are much more neutral as a whole than in past seasons. Are we moving away from the massive focus on the color trend? Time will tell. While we saw a few pops of color throughout...
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Celebs Jet Set With Custom Tods, Bottega Veneta and More as March Begins
Celebs kicked off March with a bang, jet-setting in and out of New York with some of their best begs. In Paris, we continued to spot stars enjoying the city of lights during Fashion Week. Jessica Alba enjoyed lunch and a stroll through one of the city’s trendiest districts, carrying a lovely Celine bag, as one does in Paris. In New York, celebs like Rebel Wilson and Hannah Brown made talk show...
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Jitrois Fall 2023 Polishes the 1980s London Punk with Parisian Sophistication
You can always count on Jean-Claude Jitrois to deliver his iconic stretch leather in a variety of looks. For FW23, Jitrois sought inspiration from London’s legendary punk scene in the 1980s. From New York City to London, punk is a popular point of fashion inspiration. Vivienne Westwood based many collections on the unabashed era of self-expression and politics, while Marc Jacobs’ famously grungy Spring 1993 collection for Perry Ellis is celebrated still.
Punk, much like the Jitro
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Getting Ready with Anna Sitar for the Dior Show in Paris
On a warmer than-usual March day in Paris, we headed to a hotel near the Arc de Triomphe to meet with Anna Sitar, a social media star who has risen to fame on Tiktok, as she got ready for the Dior Fall 2023 show. Known for her bubbly and approachable persona, Anna was finishing with her hair and makeup as we were greeted into her room to sit down and have her spill everything...
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Is this the Last of Old Céline?
The oversized trend remains an enigma to me. On certain body types, it exudes effortless cool and chic. On yours truly, however, it has the seduction of a minivan. Does that generally stop me from populating my Pinterest mood boards with voluminous OOTDs? Not really. It’s worth noting that an overwhelming majority of said outfits are composed of pieces from what’s popularly known as Old Céline.
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Introducing the Saint Laurent ES Giant Travel Bag
The Saint Laurent Icare Maxi Tote was one of 2022’s most divisive new releases. Immediately it garnered attention from the celeb set, influencers, and everyday handbag lovers. Its popularity was nearly impossible to ignore, and it was spotted on stars week after week. Now, there’s a brand new Saint Laurent big bag in town, and just like the Icare Maxi, it is already a favorite of stars...
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Lisa Rinna and Her Courreges Patent Clutch Bag
Lisa Rinna, actress, ex-reality tv star, and QVC queen, has been busy attending fashion shows around the globe. We caught up with her in Paris outside of the Courreges show, and she was kind enough to give us the details on her bag and why she loved it. Lisa, known for her attention-grabbing personality and style, gave us a look at a bag we don’t see as much. From Artistic Director Nicolas Di...
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Róisín Pierce Presents Technical Advancements and Modernized Structures at Paris FW ’23
Pure white with delicate techniques and intricate lace, Róisín Pierce presented their 4th Collection entitled "Beware, Beware," at Paris Fashion Week that was inspired by Sylvia Plath's poem "Lady Lazurus."
Photo Cred: Róisín Pierce
Photo Cred: Róisín Pierce
Photo Cred: Róisín Pierce
The Irish womenswear collection that originated in 2020, was debut by Dublin designer Róisín Pierce, and showcased a variety of cowl neck dresses, boxy blouses, and bridal veils....
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Balmain’s Paris Fashion Week Collection was Epic, Iconic and Skillfully Carried Out
Oliver Rousteing has done it again, redefining fashion and presenting one of the most well-crafted and architectural collections at Paris Fashion Week that exuded structural and classical designs and paid homage to Pierre Balmain.
Photo: Balmain Repurposed
Photo: Balmain Repurposed
Photo: Balmain Repurposed
The 78-year-old house showcased their Fall/Winter 2023 collection in the capital's Le Carreau Du Temple and aesthetically speaking, it was a slight nod to their transformatio...
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Givenchy Fall 2023 Harmonizes Parisian Elegance with California’s Tranquility
Picking up where Givenchy Fall 2023 Men’s started, Creative Director Matthew M. Williams continues the story of Parisian elegance meets Cali’s coastal ease for the womenswear side of the brand. Taking it back to the École Militaire, where menswear was shown, Williams and the Givenchy team showed a lineup of strong tailoring and femininity.
Photo: Alessandro Lucioni for Gorunway.com
The looks that followed featured the same solid tailoring with bold shoulders covering overco...
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The Best Street Style Bags from PFW Fall 2023 Day 2
Another day of fashion in Paris has come and gone, and we’re here to show you everything the streets had to offer on day 3. Outside the shows, there were a lot of surprises, and we captured a little bit of everything. The celeb sightings were almost as hot as the bags, from Lisa Rinna, former RHOBH, to Tyga and Noah Cyrus. Speaking of the bags, day 2 brought us a good mix. Meanwhile...
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CC 173: The Rookie
In today’s installment of Closet Confessionals, we meet a rookie handbag collector new to the world of adult employment. CC 173 began collecting handbags when she was gifted a Saint Laurent Cassandra bag for her 19th Birthday. Since then, she has made a few very intentional purchases, with a Louis Vuitton Onthego being her most expensive piece. This newbie is enamored by the world of designer...
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This Gucci Ophidia Tote Might Be the Ideal Carryall
My constant search for the right everyday tote (the kind meant to carry anything and everything) that is also the ideal travel tote and can handle a beating but still looks lovely may have come to an end. Today, a selection of Gucci Ophidia Tote Bags was released as an online pre-launch, and these might be just what I have been looking for. It’s not shocking that I am drawn to this bag...
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Mary J. Blige Debuts Her Primetime Talk Show: The Wine Down
Power: Book II, a book, and now, a two-part series titled, The Wine Down. Yesterday evening, at the 40/40 club, Mary J. Blige held a private screening of The Wine Down. With the first episode airing tonight on BET and the second to follow on March 8th, The Wine Down is a primetime talk show hosted by our reigning queen of R&B.
Photo: Spencer Pazer/BET
Before the show premiered, I sat with Mary for the pre-wine down, where she dished on the show’s history and what to expect from
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The Best Street Style Bags from PFW Fall 2023 Day 1
Alas, we’ve reached our final destination just in time to catch all of the bags on Dior day, aka day 1 of Paris Fashion Week! We saw an amazing batch of bags – there was Dior Galore, a Prada Supernova, which as I mentioned back in Milan continues to shine this fashion month, some vintage Louie and more. Each city brings its own vibe, and we love rounding out the month with Paris.
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Introducing Freja New York
In the Instagram age, new and exciting indie brands are popping up every day, and as someone who covers handbags for a living, I can tell you that this is no exaggeration. Whether it’s a handbag brand I discover myself or a PR pitch I’ve received in my DMS, I often field newness from every which way. I’ve made it a point this year to continue to reduce my screen time and scroll less to read more...
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Cassie Sparkles in Crystal Dress for Chris Brown’s ‘Psychic’ Music Video
Chris Brown’s latest single Psychic is a rhythmic hit featuring the glamorous Jack Harlow. The music video is a fun dance-heavy visual that starts with Brown jumping off a skyscraper in a futuristic society before landing on a rainbow and taking us through multiple dance scenes are several eye-catching sets.
The song is sampled over Cassie’s 2006 single Me & U, and she stars alongside Brown as the video’s leading lady. The last time we saw Chris and Cassie in a video toget
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Fashion Bombshell of the Day: Salina from Westchester
Meet Salina, also known by the IG handle @Salina_sincerely from Westchester. She’s the epitome of a fashionista- bold, and fearless with a touch of style and pizzazz. She offers a variety of well composed looks that consists of layering , accessorizing and incorporating statement pieces.
Photo: @Salina_Sincerely
Photo: @Salina_Sincerely
Photo: @Salina_Sincerely
Her style embodies ultra-sophistication and effortless elegance. From eclectic looks to modern silhouettes, Salina
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A$AP Rocky Wore Gucci Skirt Trousers and Custom Braids to the Brand’s FW23 Show
A$AP Rocky has been having an eventful few weeks. After his famously stylish better half debuted that she’s pregnant with their second child (during the Super Bowl halftime show nonetheless!), Vogue UK dropped an edgy editorial starring the whole Fenty/Rocky fam. Now A$AP’s back again, at the top of our feeds, and, as it often is, his undeniable style is at the center of the conversation.
As a Gucci ambassador and the latest campaign star, A$AP’s attendance at the brandR
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Louis Vuitton Damier Azur Gets a Pretty, Printed Makeover for Spring 2023
Louis Vuitton’s Spring 2023 runway bags are slowly starting to trickle out (more on that later), but if you’re not into carrying around a magnified version of one of the Maison’s most important emblems you may want to check out some of the brand’s other Spring/Summer offerings. Each year, in addition to its runway bags, which are often more editorial and less wearable, Louis Vuitton releases a...
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