So I have quite a few Lagos posts to upload (just two or three more!). While in Naija, I decided to throw an impromptu Cocktails with Claire at the Bridge, a bar and restaurant located at 8 Wole Olateju Street in Lekki Phase 1. Lots of familiar faces popped by, including Zina Anumudu, Jennifer Obayuwana, Efe Tommy, Taje Prest, and of course the Bridge owner Tola Odunsi. We sipped Moet all night long, listened to tunes, and had a good…
Lagos Style Diary Day 1: A Pop by Polo Luxury and #GTBankFashionWeekend
Happy Tuesday, everyone! I just touched down back in NYC from Lagos, and let me tell you: it was a whirlwind trip! Because I was only there for a few days, I tried to pack in as much fun, fashion, and fabulosity as I could. It seems almost overwhelming to write down all I did (and I’m drowning in emails, guys), but as with everything: you start at the beginning, and at the end, stop. I have about an hour…
So I’m in Lagos for GT Bank Fashion Weekend! Yesterday, I popped by the Bridge, a fun lounge, bar, and restaurant located in Lekki 1 (8 Wole Olateju street off Admiralty). After being blown away by the delicious food, drinks, and decor, I spoke to the owner, Tola Odunsi, who suggested I invite Fashion Bomb readers over for drinks. To which I said: Absolutely! Join me tonight for cocktails and copious coups of champagne. Now, what do I wear…? Images:…
It is with utter shock, disappointment, and disbelief that I report that Donald J. Trump is the 45th President of the United States. Any minority; any disenfranchised, disrespected, and marginalized community feels the pain of this today. America went from progress and hope with the election of Barack Obama, our first Black President, to a man who has spewed hatred, lies, stupidity, and misogyny for the duration of his campaign. The question is what now? My knee jerk reaction is…
Happy Election Day, folks! I just got back from Vegas for the Soul Train Awards (recap here), and I’m headed to Lagos, Nigeria tomorrow for GT Bank Fashion Weekend! I’ll be teaching a blogging masterclass and also moonlighting on panels with the likes of Sam Fine, Tracy Reese, and many more! We’re not flying Arik Air this time, but instead are hopping on a Virgin America flight that flies through London. Tomorrow our Creative Director and I will be settling…
Claire’s Life: Hosting the Style Stage at the 2016 Soul Train Awards with Cream of Nature Wearing Tina Summers
Happy Monday, folks! Currently checking in to you from Las Vegas, Nevada! I was here covering the 2016 Soul Train Awards as the Style Stage correspondent for Creme of Nature! My job was to interview notables on the carpet about their looks, hair care, and makeup! I had a great time chopping it up with Teyana Taylor, Draya Michele, Lalah Hathaway, Elise Neal, Jill Scott, and many more! It was my first time covering a red carpet for another outlet!…