So Happy Post 4th of July!

Hope you guys had a fabulous holiday and long weekend!
It’s been 2 years since I’ve celebrated Independence Day in the States, so I decided to do the cheesy tourist thing in the morning and see the Statue of Liberty. Turns out the 4th was one of the worst days to do this–the lines to get to Ellis Island were long and who has three hours to spend waiting to get on a ferry? So I purchased a ticket for the Water Taxi to catch views of the statue up close:



For the day I chose to rock American designers in shades of red, white, and blue: A chambray shirt from the GAP, a BCBG Max Azria tie dye skirt, and a red leather pouch from American Apparel.

I accessorized with even more American elements–a gold Marc Jacobs watch, multicolored necklace by ken + dana, Kate Spade sweet nothing studs, Ray Ban aviator sunglasses, double bangles by blogger Jessie Adore, and Kelsi Dagger Camelia flat sandals.

Then it was off to a BBQ and an evening of Bowling + Fireworks at Lucky Strike (I discovered I’m a horrible bowler–boo).

What do you think? And what did you wear for the 4th?

Send your flix to th************@gm***.com.

Photos by Marta McAdams.

 

38 thoughts on “Style Diary: Stars and Stripes”

  1. I’m not American and so I didn’t wear anything to celebrate with y’all but I like you ensemble alright. Wow, great work!

  2. I’m not American and so I didn’t wear anything to celebrate with y’all but I like your ensemble alright. Wow, great work!

  3. And please when you don’t have any more use for your old stuff, do consider sending them my way I can put them to good use :-) …Africa.

  5. Claire, that tie dye skirt is just what the doctor ordered for my upcoming beach vacation… won’t wrinkle in the suitcase and casual enough for daytime sight seeing but the right top and heels make it just right for dinner and cocktails.

  15. Hey Hey!
    So, I didn’t wear any foundation, I actually only use MAC’s blot powder in dark in the summer to reduce shine. I don’t really wear much on my face b/c I’ll sweat it right off. And yes, the lipstick is Ruby Woo! My fave. xx

  17. Claire, those Rayban aviators are the truth yo! I live in my wayfarers and aviators all year long.

  18. Loving the look and loving these “Claire’s Life” posts/pics! Keep ’em coming!

  21. I agree with K*, I love your outfit and these Claire’s Life posts. Oh, and you can send that skirt my way when you’re finished with it, lol.

  22. u always look great, but i have noticed that lovly lipstick you are wearing on this picture. please tell me the brand, colour etc , evrything i need to know to buy it.

    kinam;)

  23. Claire..this post was a breath of fresh air!…I love the fit…you look amazing…maybe one claire’s life post you can talk to us about your fitness routine and diet. You made my city look amazing through your crisp photos! Thanks you so much for that im out of town and home sick!

  24. @Lish Thank ya!
    I really don’t do much. Work out 3 or so days a week, drink LOTS of water. I don’t drink juice or soda, just Vita Coco Coconut Water if I need something sweet. And I try to stay away from chicken & beef, I eat mostly fish and veggies! All my makeup is MAC but in the summer I focus on lips because anything on the face will just melt off. Maybe I’ll do a post, hmm….

  25. apart from the fashion bombshell and mail bombs this is now one of my favorite posts for the fashionbomb..claire those legs!!! you look great!!..and that ring is looking like some type of animal- statement- ring i need to have asap! do tell!! xoxo

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  28. Claire, do use a lip liner when you rock your Rubywoo? I wear cork or a chestnut liner with mine, but it doesn’t come out looking like this. BTW those legs…… KILLER!!!

  30. You look awesome! Love the red bag soooo much! Def. glad you had a great 4th!!!!

  32. Lol @ Marianna: I was thinking the same!….AFRICA as well :D
    Cameroon
    @Claire: Have you been hitting the gym 24/7?? Your thighs are to die for! Am working on toning my thighs as well. Love your….everything!

  36. Claire you look great! I love the whole look and I do have to say that lipstick is FIRE on you! Did you use a lipliner with that? If so, which one? I need help with lipsticks lipglosses after buying a Nikki Minaj-esque shade that I thought was a good idea at the time. HELP:)

  37. @ZimButterfly No liner, just straight up lipstick. The lipstick is Mac’s Ruby Woo, swear it looks good on everyone! xx

  38. oh what I would do…could do…if I could have those sensational stems of yours- yikes!!
    u were def hotter than the 4th of July!!
    New here, found ya on the gap site (so cool)!!
    hope you’ll have me ;)

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