Bag Trend Alert: Long Chain Straps

Drop your clutches ladies!
For a night on the town, try popping on a small bag with a metallic chain long enough to wear across the body:
While Vanessa and Solange's chain linked wonders are most likely Chanel, you can get a similar look with these options:

1. Nine WestRanya Small Flap, $69. 2. Forever 21 Croc Heart Clutch with Chain, $20. 3. ILK Patent Ada Shoulder Bag, $86. 4. Marc Jacobs The Single Evening Bag, $575. 5. Betsey Johnson Crossbody Rose Evening Bag, $150. 6. Forever 21 Quilted Box Handbag, $20.

Splurge of the Day: Bracelets by Jason Davies of Lazerian

Today I wanted to put you on to the amazing sculptural designs of Jason Chart Davies, a jewelery designer for London based furniture and objects shop Lazerian....

Jason's bracelets, hand-crafted in sheet plastic, offer a geometric, material based approach. Ranging in price from £50-£130 ($70-$230 USD), Davies' bracelets are quite a splurge! But with neutral colors and a unique look, the bracelets will fit seamlessly into your wardrobe while turning quite a few heads.
See more at www.lazerian.co.uk.

Spotlight On: Jewelry Designer Jenny Dayco

If you're ever looking for affordable, fun jewelry, look no further than designer Jenny Dayco!
A favorite of stars like Ciara...
Faith...
...Eva...
...and more, Jenny creates red carpet worthy pieces for around the way girls. Check out a few of her creations:

Top Row: Antique bronze and silver plastic gem collar necklace, Dark blue teardrop crystal earrings (on Ciara), Gold clear rhinestone brooch necklace (on Faith).
Bottom Row: Gold glass rectangle pendant necklace, Black wooden brass stud bangle, Gold XXL diamond filigree earrings (on Eva).
Jenny D is a friend to the Fashion Bomb, so keep an eye peeled for yours truly wearing her designs during New York Fashion Week!
See more options and where to buy at www.jennydayco.com.

New Lemar & Dauley x DC Shoes Admiral Sneakers

All you burgeoning sneaker heads have a new cool shoe to add to your collection:

Lemar & Dauley have collaborated with DC Shoes to create this ocean inspired Admiral high top. The sneaks will be available starting February 1st with a suggested retail price of $150.
See more at www.lemaranddauley.com.

Kanye's Louis Vuitton Sneakers Debut on the Runway

Kanye's sneakers debuted on the runway for Louis Vuitton's menswear show recently...
...thankfully the white boat shoes were noticeably absent (were those a joke?), with these red and black options in their place:
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These are *much* better. What do you think?

Fashionable & Stylish Laptop Bags

Lisa wrote in, saying, "I have to lug my laptop to work each day and I would love to see if you guys can find any chic laptop bags!!!"
I feel you! My Macbook never leaves my side:)
Try these work perfect options to transport your computer:

1. L.A.M.B Tiger Bag, $475. 2. Puma Pure Evo Work Bag, $80. 3. Nine West Laptop Tote, $70. 4. Faux Croc Laptop Sleeve, $40. 5. Louis Vuitton Epi Leather Vivienne MM, $1,440. 6. Quilted Laptop Tote, $52. 7. Johnston Murphy Natalie Quilted Tote, $199. 8. Henrik Vibskov Red and White Piggy laptop bag, $138. 9. Kenneth Cole Webpage Messenger Bag, $78.

Cool Online Find: Flud Watches

With cell phones keeping time, watches are less necessities, and more fashion accessories. Which is where FLUD watches come in:
Streetwise and funky, FLUDs are cute, modern and right on time:

Top Row: Tableturns Leather Band Watch, $80; Boombox Watch, $90. Bottom Row: Big Ben Watch, $90; Flud 33 1/3 Steel Band Watch, $60.
And at under $100, they're supremely affordable!
Check out more here.

Free Shipping at Boutique Finesse!

Enter code 'FASHIONBOMB' for free shipping on orders from online accessory sweet spot Boutique Finesse! A few items:

Left to Right: Sassy Earrings, $12; Honey Bangle, $13; Ruby Red Necklace, $18.
Visit www.boutiquefinesse.com for more.

6 Cute Clutches Under $20

The holiday party season is officially here, and clutches are a must-have for the festive fashionista. You don't have to go broke, though--tote your goodies in any of these stylish steals!

1. Red Satin Envelope Clutch, $20 2. Color-Block Satin Clutch, $13 3. Lux Sequin Clutch, $18 4. Metallic Bow Clutch, $20 5. Foldover Metal Mesh Clutch, $13 6. Port Hole Clutch, $17
Adriana

Winter Wardrobe Revive: Shoes, Bags, Coats, and More to Update Your Style

Hey!
So winter has begun in earnest, and for some of us, it's way past time to pull out those old down jackets and wool coats. If you're tired of your drab black and gray uniform, The Fashion Bomb is here to give you 5 ideas to revive your wardrobe:
1. Interesting Tights
Whether in colorful hues or argyle patterns, tights give any outfit edge along with a bit of warmth. Bonus: they won't break the bank! Try these beauts:
1. Hue Houndstooth Sweater Tights, $28. 2. Falke Baroque Tights, $45. 3. Pin Stripe Floral Tights, $14. 4. Hue Argyle Tights, $18. 5. Armani Exchange Opaque Tights, $19.50. 6. Nordstrom Double Diamond Tights, $12.
2. A Colorful Coat
If you really want to stand out, a coat in an eye catching color can do the trick. Throw one on in a cool color, but save on these--next year you might get bored!
1. J.Crew Classic Peacoat, $225. 2. Marc by Marc Jacobs Check Print Coat, $340. 3. Steve Madden Stand Collar Coat, $98 (Plus, $119). 4. Express Mod Wool Coat, $168. 5. Calvin Klein Split Lapel Wrap Coat, $258. 6. Soia & Kyo Diagonal Stitch Jacket, $185. 7. ADD Down Jacket, $365. 8. Gap Plaid Belted Coat, $97. 9. Guess by Marciano Barrel Shaped Coat, $148.
3. A Wild Card Dress
A funky dress will definitely set you apart from the fashion feeble. Wear one under your regular gray or black wool jacket with a pair of tights for a refreshed look:
1. Pringle 1815 Blue Knitted Dress, $231. 2. Julie Haus Yona Graphic Houndstooth Dress, $235. 3. French Connection Star Dress, $158. 4. Tibi Arboretum Mini Dress, $234. 5. Diane Von Furstenberg Jovanna Knit Dress, $219. 6. Marc by Marc Jacobs Geo Gems Dress, $169.
2. Anything But Black Boots
Black is bla! Go for gray or an alluring deep red color to add panache:
1. Armani Exchange Suede Bootie ,$125. 2. Enzo Angiolini Charly Boot, $225. 3. Twelfth Street by Cynthia Vincent Seema Ombre Bootie, $407. 4. Dolce Vita Wendy Stove Pipe Boot, $300. 5. Arturo Chiang Tamara Bootie, $120. 6. Frye Women's Tall Ava Boot, $400.
5. A Jewel Colored Bag:
A colorful bag can transcend seasons--carry yours come spring!
1. Elliott Lucca Large Leather Drawstring Tote, $298. 2. Jessica Simpson Socialista Tote, $108. 3. J.Crew Uptown Tote, $215. 4. Pink Studio Rain Tote, $75. 5. Marc by Marc Jacobs Tote-Ally Jacquard Tote, $228. 6. L.A.M.B. Women's Edinburgh Clydebank Plaid Wool/Leather Tote, $475.
Bisous!

Try a Trend: Feathers!

So as the weather gets nippy, celebs are opting for a fur alternative to stave off the chill:
Feathers!
Eye catching and festive, feathers add a singular pop to both casual and dressy outfits. The look can be classic, whether you opt for a little or a lot:
Truly adventurous Christina Milian prefers red carpet ready dresses of feathers in deep purple and seering turquoise:
More subdued sirens love feathers in black, whether fringing a jacket over leather leggings, adding a frou frou hem to a black cocktail...
Or moonlighting as a chic vest or skirt for nights on the town:
Feathers hold allure even for the tame, popping up as hot hair bands:
Or even more typical accessories like necklaces and earrings:
However you wear 'em, they're a fly trend that's worth a try!
If you want the exact looks of the season, splurge on these high plume items:
1. Elizabeth and James Plume Feather Vest, $595. 2. Marni Necklace, $635. 3. Elizabeth and James Feather Fringe Long Jacket, $765. 4. Yyigal Asymmetrical Feather Jersey Dress, $450. 5. Anna Sui Feather Hat, $81. 6. Jay Godfrey Feather Stretch Silk Dress, $495. 7. Givenchy Women Open Toe Platform Bootie, $965. 8. Eugenia Kim Silk Feather Headband, $105. 9. Christian Louboutin Rosazissimo Satin Sandals, $760.
Thinks feathers are just a fly by night trend? Save on these:
1. Charlotte Russe Black Feather Earrings, $4. 2. Betsey Johnson Wire Fringe Charm Necklace, $60. 3. Peacock Earrings, $18. 4. Bebe Marabou Cape, $129. 5. J'adore Headband, $45.
Bisous!

Steal of the Day: Cashmere Fingerless Gloves by Kashmere

Luxe meets edge in these fun gloves, and their bold primary colors are just right for fall. At $36 for 100% cashmere, they're also the perfect decadent and affordable indulgence! Cop a pair at Bluefly.
And check out our earlier Fashion Bomb 101 post on how to buy and maintain cashmere!
Adriana

Jewelry Bomb: Barbara Campbell

Today I wanted to introduce you to Barbara Campbell:
A Brooklyn based jewelry designer. Specializing in classic techniques like wrapping, hammering, knitting, braiding, knotting, and crocheting, Campbell's designs are simple and elegant. She says, “I feel the strongest statements are made with the fewest words.The same can be said for my designs.”
Check out a few offerings:
Left to Right: Necklace, $150; Lupe Rings, $110 each; Eve Necklace, $150.
Left to Right: Neri Tennis Bracelet & Fina Shell Pearl Necklace, $100 and $200; LA VIDA Circle Necklace, $150; BC Hammered Necklace, $185.
Left to Right: Cuff, $225; Bella, $185; Unisex gravity bracelet in quartz, $110.
Made of fourteen karat gold and sterling silver, all of Campbell's rings, necklaces, bracelets, earrings and pendants are crafted by hand...one piece at a time, in her Park Slope, Brooklyn studio.
Love it!
For more info, visit her site www.barbaracampbellnyc.com.

Accessories: Designer Fashion Jewelry

Designer fashion jewelry is a great way to acquire pieces from your favorite designers at a fraction of the cost of their apparel. Another tip: it's one of my favorite ways to bring a bonafide "high" to a "high-low" outfit. Here are a few fantastic pieces from some of the fall collections:
1.Just Cavalli Amber Earrings, $120 2. Dsquared "I'm Not Too Sweet" Pendant, $195. 3. Fendi Crystal Ball Necklace, $295 4. Elizabeth & James Knuckle Ring, $155
The Fendi necklace is soooo tempting...A

Try a Trend: Driving Gloves

Hey Guys,
So while the most recent runways are showing you what will be hot next spring, I wanted to clue you into a trend idea that true modern fashionistas can't help but rock:
...driving gloves.
Though the accessory debuted in the Fall 2007 runway shows, the style has been quietly acquired by some of fashion's most forward trensetters due to it's rock & roll, daredevil chic aesthetic:
Victoria Beckham has been spied wearing leather driving gloves with anything from red carpet gowns...
...to jeans and blazers.
And fashionista Rihanna wore a pair with a flouncy dress:
...accessorized with chains and a peek-a-boo bra.
Even guys get in on it, with Kanye pairing his with a white jacket....
....and the singular Karl Lagerfeld accessorizing his uniform with kid gloves.
If you want to go out on a limb this fall, try these:
1. Nordstrom Fingerless Driving Gloves, $78. 2. Carolina Amato Gloves Driving Gloves, Yellow, $149. 3. Carolina Amato Gloves, White, $149. 4. French Connection Driving Gloves, $58. 5. Bloomingdales Leather Driving Gloves, $40.
Smootches!