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I Don’t Know Kerby Jean-Raymond of Pyer Moss Very Well, But I Do Know That Running a Business Is Hard : Thoughts on The Cut’s Article

Tahirah Hairston’s article on Kerby Jean-Raymond in the Cut landed like a Bomb in the Black Fashion community yesterday. In the piece, Hairston takes a deep dive into the life and legacy of Pyer Moss designer Kerby Jean-Raymond, detailing how the Haitian American New Yorker ascended from a broken home to the tops of the fashion totem pole, winning a CFDA Award, coming under the tutelage of Kering’s Laurent Claquin, securing millions in funding, and ultimately becoming one of the most celebrated Black…

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Claire’s Life: Wearing Fe Noel, Kimberly Goldson, and Brother Vellies on Day 1 of Essence Fest with Mielle Organics CEO Monique Rodriguez, Letoya Luckett, Kelly Rowland, Lori Harvey, and More!

Happy Sunday! Reporting live from Essence Fest! I have been here, capturing street style and other fab moments with Mielle Organics, the fastest growing hair company in the world! Mielle Organics is a brand founded by Monique Rodriguez, a registered nurse turned business mogul, whose company is all about creating excellent products while fostering community! I’ve been so excited to be an ambassador for the brand and also take street style while here at Essence (see all the looks at…

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Claire’s Life: Attending the Emerge in Color x Maison Black x Black Fashion Movement Inaugural Pop Up at the Beverly Center + Happy Juneteenth + We Are our Ancestor’s Wildest Dreams

Since the inception of Fashion Bomb Daily in 2006, we have been advocates for diversity. I started FBD as a general market blog about celebrity style, but the majority of the content eventually geared towards people of color, specifically black people, thanks to my degree in French and African-American studies. Also, I’m black. I’m from Atlanta, and live in New York. FBD is a direct reflection of my upbringing and interests! Ever since the Black Lives Matter movement reignited in…

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Claire’s Life: Celebrating Jerome Lamaar’s Collaboration with Sloomoo Institute Wearing a Frances Grey Hive Hat and Shop G Luxe

Last night, I popped by the Sloomoo Institute for a Pride themed event, hosted by designer Jerome Lamaar. Jerome is a visionary and a talented creative. I first met him years ago when he was designing for Baby Phat, and he’s now collaborated with a multitude of brands, including Macys (I’m wearing a top from his last collection, and he’s rocking a look from his forthcoming drop). In the spirit of true colorful creativity (and Pride Month), I offset his…

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Did you See me as a Bartender on Bravo’s Watch What Happens Live? Your Biggest Comeback Comes After Your Greatest Setback (If You’re Feeling Down, Read This)

Happy Monday! Last night, I appeared on one of my favorite shows, Bravo’s Watch What Happens Live, as a bartender! Normally bartenders literally just stand there and smile (you know I did my research!), but I was able to chat a little bit during the actual show and the after show, which you can check out below: Thank GOD I didn’t look like what I had just been though. Last week was one of the hardest in my career. I…

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