Hey Bombshells! Today’s Bomb Product is this beautiful Red Hi/Lo Blazer Dress from L.A.-based clothing brand Grayscale — the label behind the popular vinyl Underbust Corset skirt you’ve been seeing all over the ‘Gram.
The blazer dress features a plunging neckline, shoulder pads, faux pocket detailing, and a fit-and-flare silhouette that complements almost every body type.
It can also be worn as jacket and comes in black and camo as well.
Happy Thursday!
I’m off to interview Jada Pinkett Smith! Yes, you read that right! I am super nervous, so wish me luck!
At any rate, last night I was blessed to co-host a jewelry shopping party and book signing with Simone Smith.
In addition to being the wife of hip-hop icon LL Cool J, Simone is also an entrepreneur, jewelry designer, and cancer survivor. After she was diagnosed with a rare type of bone cancer called chondorosarcoma in 2004, she decided to launch her eponymous jewelry line with the goal of keeping women positive and uplifted during trying times. Last night, Simone threw a fabulous jewelry shopping party for her line, with a portion of proceeds going towards the American Cancer Society. I joined along as a media partner, and also signed copies of The Bomb Life!
Take a look at some of the night’s fabulous attendees:
Simone brought her family to the festivities, including her husband LL Cool J (Todd) and their lovely daughters. They looked bomb in Gucci.
Vivica A. Fox also popped by in a statement jacket. She posed next to publicist BJ Coleman and Legendary Damon, who was smashing in a Kehinde Wiley suit.
Designer Duckie Confetti was vibrant in a colorful camo shirt and Balenciaga sneakers.
I grabbed a pic with stylist Terrell Lish and Lorena Milan.
I had to take a moment for Lorena’s outfit. Yes, Zanotti sandals!
The Smith’s grabbed a pic together in Gucci ensembles.
Of course I had to pose with Mr. Cool J!
It was a fun night! Shout out to all the Fashion Bombshells and Bombers who came and grabbed a book. I appreciate you!
Be sure to check out the Simone I. Smith jewelry collection here. Get your copy of the Bomb Life here.
And stay tuned for info on Cocktails with Claire NYC (it will most likely be this Fall! I’m taking August off!).
Until then, what do you think?
Smootches!
*Images: Marta McAdams
**Scroll to the top to see all the pix in the gallery!
***Thank you to my Haitian sister Claudine for making yesterday possible!
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Today’s Bomb Product comes courtesy of The Simone I. Smith Jewelry Collection! In addition to being the wife of hip-hop icon LL Cool J, Simone Smith is also an entrepreneur, jewelry designer, and cancer survivor. After she was diagnosed with a rare type of bone cancer called chondorosarcoma in 2004, she decided to launch her eponymous jewelry line with the goal of keeping women positive and uplifted during trying times.
Simone Smith X American Cancer Society teamed up to create “A Sweet Touch of Hope” with their Lollipop Pendents.
At last night’s Simone Smith Jewelry shopping event, Simone explained that she came up with the design after undergoing surgery associated with her cancer. Her lollipop tattoo was altered to look like someone took a bight out of it; hence the pendant’s somewhat indented silhouette.
Set in 18k Gold over sterling silver these gleaming pieces retail from $300. A portion of the proceeds from each purchase will be contributed to the American Cancer Society.
Swooning over these dazzling pendants? Catch a sweet deal here! The S.I.S collection is now offering 50% off selected items and you don’t want to miss out!
Hailing from the island of Puerto Rico, this week’s beauty crush has risen to the top of the modeling world ever since taking the leap to leave for New York at the age of nineteen. Now, after singing with IMG Models, she’s walked countless runways and secured a number of blue-chip campaigns under her belt. A mainstay on the Givenchy, Chanel and Victoria Secret runways, one of the faces of Estée Lauder, Joan Smalls isn’t hitting pause any time soon. She’s been on everyone’s radar, even Beyoncé, appearing in her “Yonce” video alongside supermodel friends Jourdan Dunn and Chanel Iman. And it’s obvious why. Known for her sultry stare, gamine frame, and stunning features, designers fawn over her, and we’re fawning too.
Being a supermodel, Joan is all too familiar about being a chameleon. So much so, it translates to her life outside of the glossies, especially when it comes to her makeup. Some days, she loves to use warm, natural hues like bronzes on her lids and nude lips.
And when she wants to vamp it up, she loves turning up the volume with some seriously vivid colors for her lids. From emerald eyeliner to blue mascara or a navy smokey eye, Joan loves taking beauty risks, and they always pay off.
As for lip color, though she has a love as deep as the purple shades she often wears, Joan doesn’t mind experimenting with different hues. Whether ravishing red or a pop of pink, she loves brightening up her look with fun colors, all from her line of matte lipsticks in collaboration with Estée Lauder.
Just as flawless as her makeup are her hairstyles. Never one to play it safe, she’ll sport a fishtail braid one day and a voluminous ponytail for a night out. She even slays in cropped wigs with bangs. Stunning, no?
Here’s to this week’s beauty crush, Joan Smalls. Aside from being insanely beautiful, she’s proof positive that with a tenacious and persistent attitude, you’ll reap the rewards of your work as long as you’re passionate and diligent. We can’t wait to see her kill it on the runways next season! For more, spy our gallery above!
Cocktails with Claire x Ty Hunter’s next stop will be Washington, D.C.!
The DMV fun goes down on Sunday, July 30th from 3-6pm at the Wonderbread Factory located at 641 South Street NW, Washington D.C. 20001 . Join us for drinks, bites, and a fun and informative panel moderated by Chey Parker, featuring Tamara Hush Lee, Ayo Thomas, Sunni and the City, Malik Jarrett, Ty Hunter, and yours truly!
Get more information and tickets at CWCTYDC.eventbrite.com.
See you then!
*This event is sponsored by Cantu Beauty, Urban Skin RX, Rayar Jeans, and Dare to Have Hair.
Want to be a vendor or sponsor? Email events@fashionbombdaily.com!
Today’s Bombshell is all about “confidence.” Behold, Sierra from Indianapolis.
She writes, “My name is Sierra Holmes, and I’m the blogger behind Eclectic Kurves, a plus size style blog based out of Indianapolis, IN. My style is eclectic and doesn’t fit into any one box.”
“I love bright colors, prints and textures. I’m drawn to fun and flirty silhouettes. My number one fashion accessory? Confidence.”
Check out more pics below:
Thanks Sierra! Love your pops of color within your looks!
Fashion Bombshell of the Day is a feature showcasing the singular style of Fashion Bomb Readers. Send your name, location, a description of your style, and 5-10 clear, unfiltered, head-to-toe pictures of 5-10 different outfits (no collages) to Bombshell@FashionBombDaily.com. Images submitted will be featured on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, or any of our social media platforms. Comments can be harsh, so bring your A game! Please be advised: once published, pictures will not be removed or taken down.
On Instagram, we reported North West rocking a pair of DIY Yeezy 350 V2 Boost for kids, which was a hint that Kim and Kanye would release a pair soon to the masses. Well, it happened on Monday, June 17th and they are already sold out, but there’s still time to get your hands on the rest of their collaboration collection with children’s line Akid.
Kim announced yesterday at 7 am (PST) on the release and within a few hours the customizable Yeezy’s were sold out.
As we await, there is still pieces from their Kids Supply collection that is readily available. They teamed up with Akid to design kids clothes from sizes 2-12 featuring bathing suits, denim fits and more priced from $28-$125.
Check out what’s still available from the collection below!
What do you think of the collection? Could you see your son or daughter in these cool pieces?
Get into our Bomb Product of the Day with Balenciaga’s $2,850 Fuchsia Embellished Satin Pumps. The statement pumps appeared on the Fall ’16 runway and have been trending on the ‘Gram ever since.
They retail online for $2,850 and feature a pointed toe, slanted heel and sequin and crystal embellishments.
Cutie North West rocked her mom’s pair while playing dress up with cousin Penelope:
Pair them with an all white look or show them off with cropped pants.
These pumps definitely command attention! If you’re down to splurge, cop them HERE.
Thoughts on Grayscale’s Hi/Low Blazer Dress?
“I love bright colors, prints and textures. I’m drawn to fun and flirty silhouettes. My number one fashion accessory? Confidence.”
