Kim Kardashian, Oprah, Kerry Washington & More A-Listers Attend Lucas Museum of Narrative Art Opening Night Gala

The Lucas Museum of Narrative Art officially opened its doors with a glittering opening night gala in Los Angeles, drawing an A-list crowd of actors, musicians, and cultural icons.

Kim Kardashian stepped out with boyfriend and evening co-chair Lewis Hamilton, the two flying in from London for the occasion. The couple coordinated in Yves Saint Laurent, with Kardashian wearing an archival gown from the label’s Fall 2004 collection.

Kris Jenner attended in a Chanel Blue 23C Monte Carlo sequin double-breasted coat, accompanied by Corey Gamble.

Oprah Winfrey arrived in Ralph Lauren and posed for photos with Gayle King and Lucas Museum co-founder Mellody Hobson.

Kerry Washington dazzled in Wiederhoeft Spring/Summer 2026 RTW, a rose sequined corset gown with an olive skirt, paired with Le Vian jewelry.

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Janelle MonĂĄe wore Antonio Grimaldi Spring/Summer 2026 RTW, a sheer black beaded gown with horizontal pearl-and-bead striping, also accessorized with Le Vian jewelry.

Tracee Ellis Ross brought texture to the carpet in a Bottega Veneta Fall/Winter 2026 shaggy fur-textured coat and gown, styled by Karla Welch.

Al Roker and Deborah Roberts brought a touch of romance to the evening, with Deborah in a Valentino Garavani Bow Crystal Heart Sheer Sleeve Wool Mini Dress.

Also in attendance were Tyler Perry and Samuel L. Jackson, joining the star-studded crowd celebrating the museum’s long-awaited opening.

Photo Credit: @lucasmuseum

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BeyoncĂ© Wore A Black Sheer Embellished Elie Saab Gown for Jay-Z’s HBO Documentary

BeyoncĂ© made a striking appearance in a sheer, sequin-embellished black gown by Elie Saab for the premiere of Jay-Z’s HBO documentary.

The gown featured an off-the-shoulder silhouette, a fitted bodice, and a dramatic train, all covered in shimmering black sequin embroidery over sheer panels.

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The look was styled by Ty Hunter. Beyoncé’s hair was done by Neal Farinah using Cecred, while her makeup was handled by Kole Mua.

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Jay-Z accompanied her, dressed in a classic black tuxedo with a white bow tie.

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What do you think?

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Nia Long Wore a $2,400 Khaite Linen-Blend Maxi Dress to Receive Her Hollywood Walk of Fame Star

Nia Long received her star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame surrounded by her family, including sons Massai and Kez, and colleagues Larenz Tate, Bill Bellamy, Mike Epps, and Terrence Howard.

For the occasion, Long wore a $2,400 Khaite Ria Linen-Blend Maxi Dress in ivory, featuring draped cap sleeves and a chunky gold chain necklace, paired with a fringed shoulder bag and black slingback mules.

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But no one showed out quite like Snoop Dogg, who arrived in a jacket covered in Nia’s most iconic roles, adding a personal touch to the celebration.

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Congratulations, Nia!

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AREA Spring/Summer 2027 Runway Review: Metallic Drama Takes Over NYFW

AREA closed out another electric season with its Spring/Summer 2027 runway show, and the brand’s signature maximalism was on full display. Think sculptural fringe in molded plastic tubing, liquid metal wrapped bodies, and hand-cut mirrored paillettes that moved like water with every step.

Standouts included a striking orange-and-white checkerboard fringe mini dress built from interlocking tubes, its blue-and-white counterpart in a dramatic asymmetric silhouette, and a series of looks constructed entirely from shredded silver foil-like strips, cascading from bodice to hem. A sheer black-and-silver sequined midi dress and a matching sheer skirt with a white ruffled bandeau top rounded out the collection’s play between hard structure and soft movement.

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Creative direction came from AREA’s team, with styling by Emma Wyman, casting by SDCasts, hair by Joey George, and makeup by Dick Page. Michel Gaubert handled the show’s soundtrack.

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The style inside was just as hot as what hit the runway, with guests bringing their own maximalist energy to the front row.

What do you think?

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Claire’s Life: Covering the Red Carpet at Emerge NYFW’s 15th Annual Show Featuring Danessa Myricks, Eva Marcille, Chaka Khan, and More!

Last night, I closed out NYFW as the red carpet host for Emerge NYFW’s fashion show, toasting to the powerhouse Dionne Williams on 15 years of Emerge NYFW.

Dionne always assembles fashion industry icons for her events, so I was honored to get the chance to interview FUBU’s J. Alexander Martin, the icon Karl Kani, Atiba Newsome, and honorees Danessa Myricks and Eva Marcille, among others, as well as witness style icon Chaka Khan get her flowers.

The show itself was fantastic, and I was thrilled to see amazing designs from Makarassi Couture, LeTwa Fashion Collection, Fort Mose 1738 Brand, and of course, Karl Kani.

Thank you, Dionne, for always including me and giving me amazing opportunities. Wishing you many, many more years of success!

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Look: Lapointe

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Makeup: Dluxe Lookss

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Flo Milli, Coi Leray, Daniel Kaluuya, Leon Thomas & Claressa Shields Celebrate NYFW at ESSENCE Fashion House

NYFW might be about the runways, but the parties are where fashion, music and culture collide—and ESSENCE Fashion House brought all three.

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Held at Jean’s in New York City, the celebration drew a fashionable crowd including Coi Leray, Daniel Kaluuya, Leon Thomas, Claressa Shields, Key Glock, Sydney Colson, Brandon Blackwood, Bernard James, Tia Adeola, Fe Noel, Romeo Hunte, Bruce and Glen Proctor and more.

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Style icon Va$htie Kola kicked off the night behind the decks before Flo Milli took the stage for a special performance. Mellow Domingo later kept the party moving into the early hours.

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The room offered its own snapshot of contemporary culture, with designers mingling with musicians, actors rubbing shoulders with athletes, and some of fashion’s most recognizable creatives trading the runway for the dance floor.

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Guests also stopped by presenting partner smartwater’s Hydration Station, while beauty favorites from Fenty Beauty, Mielle, HAUS LABS, MAKEUP BY MARIO, The Honey Pot and more filled the evening’s curated gift bags.

Between Va$htie on the decks, Flo Milli onstage and a room filled with fashion’s movers and shakers, ESSENCE Fashion House proved that some of NYFW’s best moments happen after the runway lights go down.

What do you think?

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Fashion Bomb Daily Celebrates 20 Years The 6th Annual Bomb Fashion Show , Presented by Bask & Lather Co., Belo Records, and Beyond the Bleacherz

Twenty years after Fashion Bomb Daily first started chronicling style, the brand threw the party to prove it: the 6th annual Bomb Fashion Show, presented by Bask & Lather Co., Belo and Co Records, and Beyond the Bleacherz filled the room with star power, fashion, and energy.

The evening brought together style, music, and community for a celebration that surpassed every year before it, a true toast to two decades of impact.

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Guests arrived dressed to the nines, filling the room with the kind of style Fashion Bomb Daily has championed since day one, and the energy inside made clear this was a milestone unlike any other in the brand’s history.

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Bruce Glen….

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….and Mahogani Collections ripped the runway.

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The Breakfast Club’s Loren Lorosa lit up the night with her spectacular hosting skills.

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Le Kool Champagne flowed all night as DJ Monday Blue and Gud Girl traded off on the decks, keeping the room moving before handing things off to a Belo Records after party that ran the celebration all night.

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Twenty years in, Fashion Bomb Daily has never thrown a bigger night than this one. If this is what year 20 looks like, year 21 has a lot to live up to. The event was sponsored by Bask & Lather Co., Beyond the Bleacherz, Teknique Agency, Salt XO, and Belo Records.

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Claire’s Life : Attending Christian Siriano’s Spring 2027 Show with Whoopi Goldberg, Brandy, Tiffany Haddish, Billy Porter, and More!

Tonight is The Bomb Fashion Show!

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I’ve been so busy preparing that I’ve fallen behind with posting myself. But my NYFW officially kicked off with one of my favorites, Christian Siriano. The team was kind enough to sit me next to icons like Brandy, Tiffany Haddish, Whoopi Goldberg, and Billy Porter:

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For the occasion, I wore Christian Siriano, of course!

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I had a great time interviewing guests like Tiffany Haddish, Stylist J Bolin, and more:

What do you think?

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I am literally running to my next event, so I’ll probably be doing most of my updates after Fashion Week. Until then, keep it locked on FBD’s Instagram, Tik Tok, and Youtube.

Smootches!

Michelle Obama Wore a Brown Ferragamo Leather-Trim Jersey Maxi Dress at the 25th Anniversary of September 11

Former First Lady Michelle Obama attended the 25th anniversary commemoration of the September 11 attacks at the National September 11 Memorial & Museum alongside her husband, former President Barack Obama.

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For the occasion, she wore a brown Ferragamo leather-trim jersey maxi dress. The design featured distinctive leather detailing along the neckline and sleeves.

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The couple joined former presidents, first ladies, and other political leaders in honoring the lives lost on September 11, 2001.

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Cardi B Wore a Purple Fringed Loewe Dress to Huda Beauty’s “Ultra Snatched” Launch Party

Cardi B brought the drama to Huda Beauty’s “Ultra Snatched” launch party in New York City, stepping out in a $2,990 purple fringed dress by Loewe.

The rapper’s look featured a fitted silhouette with a dramatic fringe hem, styled by Kollin Carter.

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She completed the ensemble with a voluminous updo and statement earrings, striking a playful pose for cameras at the event.

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