{"id":295083,"date":"2025-03-01T19:31:54","date_gmt":"2025-03-01T19:31:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/newhampshiredigitalnews.com\/index.php\/2025\/03\/01\/a-toast-to-style-fashion-mavens-bevy-smith-claire-sulmers-lady-london-more-join-forces-to-celebrate-black-excellence-at-hm\/"},"modified":"2025-03-01T19:31:54","modified_gmt":"2025-03-01T19:31:54","slug":"a-toast-to-style-fashion-mavens-bevy-smith-claire-sulmers-lady-london-more-join-forces-to-celebrate-black-excellence-at-hm","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/newhampshiredigitalnews.com\/index.php\/2025\/03\/01\/a-toast-to-style-fashion-mavens-bevy-smith-claire-sulmers-lady-london-more-join-forces-to-celebrate-black-excellence-at-hm\/","title":{"rendered":"A Toast to Style : Fashion Mavens Bevy Smith, Claire Sulmers, Lady London & More Join Forces to Celebrate Black Excellence at H&M"},"content":{"rendered":"


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Multifaceted television personality Bevy Smith<\/a> partnered with H&M<\/a> to host a black excellence cocktail soir\u00e9e Tuesday evening at H&M\u2019s showroom, and the event was nothing shy of the most chicest women in Los Angeles. <\/p>\n

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In celebration of award season, Smith gathered the who\u2019s who of Hollywood <\/em>to immerse in fashion and connection, while indulging in the tastiest treats. Guests were greeted with black-owned wine including Issa Rae\u2019s\u00a0Viarae Prosecco,<\/a>\u00a0and Ingrid Best\u2019s\u00a0IBest Wine<\/a>. In addition to snacking on the most flavorful hors d\u2019oeuvres by Chef Keith Corbin. <\/a><\/p>\n

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Fashion Bomb CEO Claire Sulmers<\/a> was on the scene and arrived in a khaki H&M double-breasted trench coat that she belted and hung off her shoulders. She accessorized with oxblood patent leather Aminah Abdul Jillil boots that coordinated perfectly with her rich burgundy hair color. <\/p>\n

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Sulmers stopped to speak with Dominque Fluker from Essence magazine, and discussed what it\u2019s like to build a brand in an ever changing market. She also touched on the importance of representation, diversity and inclusion in the fashion industry.<\/p>\n

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The hostess with the mostess<\/em>, Bevy Smith looked glamorous in a black crystal embellished archival H&M dress that glistened throughout the evening. She opted for brown bangs with soft sultry curls that highlighted her diamond hoop earrings. <\/p>\n

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Bevy worked the room, entertaining a star-studded guest list that included Cynthia Bailey, Yvonne Orji, Estelle and Tay Beauchamp.<\/p>\n

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Lady London was also in attendance showcasing her fabulous style and donning the most stylish fur accessories. She sported a white high-low dress with a fur hat by Dominique Kerenice, and patched fur boots by Jennifer Le.<\/p>\n

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Serving leather galore, was this year\u2019s Faby\u2019s recipient for \u2018Most Fashionable Teen,\u2019 Azzy Milan who reunited with Claire for a second time this month. Milan looked sizzling hot in a black leather dress, with black and gold wedge sandals.<\/p>\n

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H&M and Bevy Smith cocktail party was one for the books. It was great to see so many tastemakers in one room together, and amplifying black voices. H&M\u2019s diversity initiatives continues to set them apart in the fashion industry, making them a leading retailer. <\/p>\n

What say you? Hot! or Hmm\u2026?<\/p>\n

Photo Credit: @destinyfulfild<\/p>\n<\/div>\n