Mary J. Blige hosted her third annual Strength of a Woman festival & summit, sponsored by Pepsi, during Mother’s Day weekend in New York City at The Glasshouse in Manhattan, and it was an amazing experience! The event lasted three days and included star-studded panels, performances at the Brooklyn Barclay’s Center, and a gospel brunch. Mary J. Blige is known for empowering others through motivating discussions and inspiring activities.
Mary J. Blige made a stylish entrance in a peach and green Balmain blazer and skirt set that perfectly captured the spring vibe. She took the stage with media personality Angie Martinez, who wore an all-black Kith outfit, actress Tasha Smith wearing a nude Cinq a Sept two-piece, and the versatile Taraji P. Henson, looking stunning in a white Monot suit.
Our Fashion Bomb CEO, Claire Sulmers, also participated as a panelist along with other industry trailblazers like Bevy Smith, Tahira Joy, and Kim Kimble. Claire looked fabulous in a cream asymmetrical Rick Owens dress, paired with a Naked Wardrobe Snake trench and Aminah Abdul Jillil heels. The panel focused on defining and creating personal style, discussing everything from different hairstyles to fashionable outfits.
Claire Sulmers expressed her excitement about supporting her sisters in style and talking about how to find personal swag with some of the best in the business. After the panel discussions, Claire and actress Taraji P. Henson met on the rooftop to talk about their achievements, future plans, and to appreciate each other’s efforts. Taraji shared that her purpose is to serve and make a difference.
The Strength of a Woman festival aimed to be a catalyst for change within communities. It highlighted the importance of individual effort in creating the changes we want to see in the world. The SOW summit provided attendees with valuable tips and tools to thrive in pursuing their passions.
Overall, the event was an inspiring and empowering experience for everyone involved.