I had big plans this past Friday. My business partner and I had tapped a super duper high tech videographer to breathe fresh air into our Week in Review video. To prepare, I got my hair and makeup done, and slipped on a Jessica Rich Collection fringed blazer, Rayar Jeans, and Gucci shades care of Gaffos, who was sponsoring a give away. I had booked a studio space, and all seemed to be on track–until my business partner suggested I…
Ask Claire: Do You Miss Your Locs? + The Do’s and Don’ts of Wearing (Blonde) Wigs
The 2nd most common question I’ve received since the big chop (aside from “Did you Cut your Locs?“) is “Do You Miss Your Locs?” It’s a question that definitely popped into my head today as I sat in my kitchen-turned-salon, oiling my scalp before my hairstylist Tamara cornrowed my mini Afro and sewed on my next style. This is Tamara’s 2nd time doing my hair this week, and on Friday, my friend Sharif will do the honors anew. Yes, that’s…
The Bomb Life: I’m Verified! + Try on Nice Things & Open Your Mind to Having More in a Kaoz by Brandon McDaniel Kimono
This morning I woke up to a nice little surprise. A blue check by my name! Being verified just means that you’re legit and on the right track (I guess!). Next up, Fashion Bomb Daily! At any rate, yesterday I was graciously invited to the Saks Fur Salon to try on a few furs. I’ve been into furs for quite some time (I mean there’s no better way to stay warm in frigid NYC temps)! In the past, I’ve worn…
Save the Date: Conversations with Claire 2018 San Francisco, Houston, Atlanta, New York and More!
Conversations with Claire is Coming to a town near you! Save the date for fashion, fun, and networking at its finest. Dates below: San Francisco, April 28th Houston, June 23rd Atlanta, October 20th New York, December 8th< /p> Get your tickets to San Francisco here, Houston here, Atlanta here, and New York here. RSVP now! Ticket prices increase as the date approaches. Special guests will be announced soon! Thank you to Conversations with Claire Sponsors Hair Are Us, Curls, Seagrams’…
Fashion Bomb TV: Karl Kani on Working with Tupac, Aaliyah, and Diddy, Cardi B, and the Legacy of Urban Streetwear
We’ve got a new episode of Fashion Bomb TV! We sat down with legendary streetwear designer Karl Kani to discuss how he got his start in the business, tips for success, and iconic fashion moments in his history including working with Tupac, Snoop Dogg, Aaliyah, Biggie, Diddy, and more. Tune in to learn about the evolution of his brand (Ariana Grande, the Migos, and Christian Combs wear Karl Kani), and the lasting impact of hip hop fashion. Also be sure…
The Bomb Life: Pyer Moss’ Marshall “Major” Taylor Inspired Collection for Hennessy in a Balmain Denim Blazer and Tom Ford
Pyer Moss is a designer who disrupts. Since he stepped on the scene, he has used his clothing as a platform to increase awareness of black history and current events (He created a Juneteenth shirt, which Usher wore to perform at Essence Music Festival, and famously made a tee decorated with names of black men killed by police brutality). He is a true activist–I can’t wait to interview him for Fashion Bomb TV! Until then, I’m always down to support…