Winner of TFB's Contest + Shop & Mingle Details

Happy Friday!
So no time for mail bombs today (busy, busy, busy!), but I had to write in and relay a few tidbits.
First up, I'm sure you'd like to know the winner of the Fashion Bomb's Second Fashionable Contest! It's none other than Brooklyn, NY reader Danielle, who was the first to find that Nia Long's smashing shoes...

...were none other than this $625 pair of Sergio Rossi Suede and Patent Leather Sandals...

...available for purchase at www.net-a-porter.com
Congrats Danielle!
Next up, I've received some questions regarding this weekend's Shop & Mingle...

...so here are a few FAQ's:
1. Is it cash only?
No. Cash, Credit, Debit & Paypal (Visa/Mastercard/Amex via Paypal) are accepted.
2. Can I bring my friends??
Of course! The more the merrier.
3. What's the Fashion Bomb discount?
To commemorate the second Shop & Mingle, each Fashion Bomb reader gets $2 off per item. When you RSVP, I'll send you a Fashion Bomb Coupon. Print it out and bring it with you to get your discount.
4. Where is it?
If you RSVP to me at thefashionbomb@gmail.com, I'll send you all the juicy details.
5.Are the clothes new or used?
Everything's brand spanking new.
6. What if I can't make it?
No worries! There are many more Shop & Mingle's on the horizon.

Hope I answered everything. If not, let me know.
Have great, relaxing, refreshing weekends!
Smootches!
PS In case you can't make Shop & Mingle (quelle horreur!), The Art of Shopping is having a sample sale this weekend.
76 Greene Street
April 11-14, 11-7pm; April 15, 12-5pm
TheArtofShop.com
PSS Take $20 off any order over $100 by using code TAXBREAK2007 only at Shopbop.com!

Cool Online Find: Sui Generis Boutique

Hey Guys,
So I was surfing the web (as always), and came upon a very Fashion Bomb-worthy cyber shop called Sui Generis Boutique.

The owner, Philly native Halimah, started Sui Generis because she loved, "fashion, style, and mixing styles and eras."

Of her e-boutique, she says, "it speaks to the everyday fashionistas with fierce style - the ones who you pass on the subway or the supermarket. She may or may not be elaborate or flashy but she embraces her own personal steeze whatever that may be."

Cocktail Gown, $85
Sui Generis' inventory combines vintage articles with new pieces by up and coming designers because, Halimah says, "Up and coming designers have an uninhibited, fresh approach to fashion which speaks well for the sui generis boutique approach."

Ghanaian Sun Hat, $12
I took a look, and quickly found many bold, ecclectic fashionable finds for $50 or less! Crazy, I know.
Take a look:

Top Row: Chrissy Handbag, $26; Cutout Circle Top, $40; Paint me Pretty Wallet Case, $25.
Middle Row: Denise Bangle, $15; Boombox Hoody, $40; Itsy Bitsy Mini Skirt, $45.
Bottom Row: Vintage Stop Traffic Dress, $50; Silver Cuff, $12; Flirt Halter Top, $45, all available at www.suigenerisboutique.com
The name Sui Generis is Latin for unique...and from what I see, the offerings definitely live up to the name. Another interesting tidbit: Everything on the website is one of a kind, so once someone purchases it, it's as good as gone. So run, don't walk!
Check out Sui Generis at www.suigenerisboutique.com
Smootches!
PS *Noone* has been able to figure out the Nia Long dress question...

...so I'm assuming it was custom made? I still want the contest to go on, so the Shop & Mingle Marc Jacobs mirror...

... will go to the first person who e-mails me with the make of Ms. Long's sky scraping stilettos.
E-mail me at thefashionbomb@gmail.com. Good Luck!
PSS Don't forget to RSVP for Shop & Mingle!
PSSS If you're in NYC, check out the cool blog Style Chile for this week's sample sales.

Style File: Zoe Saldana

Happy Wednesday!
So today's Stylefile superstar is none other than the beautiful model and actress...

Zoe Saldana!
Zoe is gorgeous, and has a sophisticated personal style that'll never land her on the 'What was She Thinking?" pages. Let's take a look:
For the red carpet, she keeps 'em guessin with both short and long hem lengths. She sticks with traditional styles, however, like flattering black dresses...

...saucy, shiny wrap dresses...

...elegant floor length gowns with a touch of lace....

...and pretty, age appropriate strapless numbers.

Her red carpet style is fly, but she really shines when dressed casually. She rocks status bags with a purpose...

...loves to throw on a pair of skinny jeans...

...and tops everything off with unexpected 'make a statement' jackets.
Fierce.
I know you want her her look! Try these items:

Top Row: Gsus Convertible Jacket/Vest, $190, www.urbn.com; Studs and Rings Tote, $29.50, www.wetseal.com; Calvin Klein Black Dress, $149, The Fashion Bomb and ValStyle's Shop & Mingle.
Middle Row: James Cured by Seun 5 Pocket Bootleg in Dublin, $176, CoutureCandy
Jill Stuart Palais Rouge Constance Dress, $598, shopbop.com
Triple 5 Soul Surplus Trench Coat, $160, www.urbn.com.
Bottom Row: Laundry by Shelli Segal Python Print Tote, $228, www.bloomingdales.com; Baby Rib Basic Short Sleeve T, $15, www.americanapparel.net; Jones New York Tossed Cube Print Wrap Dress, $134, www.macys.com.
Smootches!
PS Don't forget to RSVP for Shop & Mingle Vol. II at thefashionbomb@gmail.com.