I caught up with Glamamom-to-be Jessica Simpson at Dylan’s Candy Bar last month for the launch of the Jessica Simpson Girls’ Line in collaboration with her sister Ashlee.
Expanding on the success of the Jessica Simpson Collection, the Girls’ Line features apparel, footwear and accessories designed for tweens, sold in select Macys, Dillard’s, Belk, and Bonton stores.
On hand to show support for the launch were fiancé Eric Johnson, sister Ashlee, nephew Bronx, mom Tina, Dylan’s Candy Bar owner Dylan Lauren, and Baby Buggy® founder Jessica Seinfeld for the announcement that Jessica Simpson Girls’ and Baby Buggy® have joined forces for a special T-Shirt initiative.
Until January 31st, fans can submit a design of their own creation at www.jessicasimpsoncollection.com/babybuggy. The winning designs will be picked by Jessica, Ashlee and Jessica Seinfeld to be sold in the back-to-school collection! A portion of proceeds will be donated to Baby Buggy® to support America’s most vulnerable families.
Radiant and grinning from ear to ear, Jessica Simpson was incredibly friendly and approachable, thanking guests for coming and posing for photographs. There is no question why she is America’s sweetheart. I’ve had the opportunity to interview a lot of celebs and can generally sense when it’s all business and that was not the case at all with Jessica. She was delightfully charismatic and her ever-expanding empire is further proof that beauty and brains are not mutually exclusive. We were also both wearing leopard and leather. Coincidence? I think not. Here’s the transcript of our convo:
Congratulations Jessica, how do you feel?
Thank you! I feel great.
What an exciting time for you. The new line looks great. What was your inspiration?
It’s a combination of both my sister and me and it reflects both of our personalities. I always want what’s in Ashlee’s closet and she always wants what’s in mine so coming together to create something that has both of our personalities is a really special thing. We’re offering kids what I think is the coolest stuff to wear to school.
Any plans to do a boys line?
Maybe…eventually.
Well, do you know what’s in there (motioning to her belly)?
Not yet, I find out Monday!
Ah, so you want to know.
I think having the baby is enough of a surprise. I’m not one to prepare or anything, I just can’t keep a secret from myself (laughs). If it’s something I can find out, I’m going to find out!
What are you most excited about becoming a mom? (Serena, Mama Goes Natural)
Hmm, probably the little mannerisms. Last night my nephew Bronx was falling asleep with Eric and I watching Elf and he looked up at us and said, “Eric doesn’t have shirt on. I want my shirt off!” He then laid there looking exactly like Eric. Having a little baby look up to you is really cool.
So you’re not giving up the heels, right? Promise me after the birth you’re not giving them up.
Oh no! My feet hurt terribly when I walk in flats. I’m more comfortable in heels (laughs).
True Glamamom for real!
{I was not compensated in any way for this post. I received a copy of Jessica’s Christmas CD at the party.}
Twitter: MamaGoesNatural :
So fun – loved meeting her and the line is super cute.
Twitter: SavvyMomNYC :
Looks like cute clothes my savvy ladies would love!
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Twitter: mrsloulou :
I have always loved Jessica Simpson! Great interview… Jessica (and her sister) look great, as do you!
i have to admit, Jessica Simpson designs some amazing pieces! this line is no exception. she’s got some great shoes, bags, and now clothes!!!
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Twitter: babyshopa :
Awesome event and cute clothes! Jessica looks beautiful! So happy for her!
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Twitter: MyPixieBlog :
I swear you just get to meet the coolest celebrities and attend the neatest events (and yes, I’m kicking myself because of Monday… though I’ll still see if it’s possible to make it).
Loved your pics and interview. Jessica Simpson sounds like an incredibly sweet and genuine girl… just as I had always imagined her. Also love her clothing designs. She’s definitely got an eye!
Twitter: nycpatty :
What a fun line! I’ve always love Jessica Simpson and it’s refreshing to hear that she’s sweet and approachable in person.
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Twitter: FitChickNYC :
I love her! What a fun experience!
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She looks terrific, and the line is really cute. And I LOVE her sister’s chic look!
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Twitter: jennifergarry :
Love her! I usually love everything she does (in fact, my go-to everyday bag is one of hers) and this is no exception. It’s nice to see fashionable clothes for girls that aren’t too grown up or suggestive!
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Twitter: amommyinthecity :
Love her and her sister! Sounds like it was a great event!
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She has fantastic style…and I always feel so bad for her when the magazines take photos at the WORST moments and exploit her. She is breathtakingly beautiful…and is glowing through her pregnancy!
Collection looks adorable too!
C
Great interview and love the photo of you two
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Twitter: BiculturalMama :
Nice interview …Jessica seems really sweet (no pun intended, given the venue).
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Jessica and her sister are both such dolls! What a great interview! Of course, i loved your question about whether or not she is planning to launch a boy’s line! I hope she decides to do it!
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Twitter: fashion_isha :
OMG Get out!! You are so cool…you met Jessica?? That is so awesome!!
I am so impressed! Next time call me girl!!
Have a fabulous weekend!
xo
Sharon
Twitter: GlamKitten88 :
She seems like such an amazing, nice, sweet, down-to-earth person, and I am so happy/jealous that you had the opportunity to meet her!
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Twitter: kdwald :
How fun to interview her and chat. She has always seemed very down to earth and kooky – my kind of gal. Cute clothes, too. I really like the orange dot shirt her sister has one. CUTE.
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Twitter: anna_sandler :
love the clothes, and another vote for a boy’s line from me! super-cute pic of you and jessica, you meet so many great people!
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Such a cute line. It is just going to get more and more fun to dress up my little girl as she grows.
Daphne.
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Twitter: avagracescloset :
How cool!
I hear she is absolutely stunning in person.
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Twitter: styledelights :
She is positively glowing! And so are you!:-)
BTW, I don’t like her own style, but love what she designs for her line, i.e. shoes etc! The girls’ line looks beautiful!
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Twitter: knockedupfab :
How exciting for you to meet them! I like the style of those sisters…and that clothing line looks super cute!
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Twitter: MommyDelicious :
Ahh… so fun! Jessica seems like such a sweetheart! I’ve loved her from the beginning and still do! And the girls line is so cute too!
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Twitter: noshoppingliz :
Prefect timing. Cal is getting to that age where she won’t wear the cutesy stuff anymore but she’s still too young (and not like I’d let her anyway) wear that uh, risque stuff that they sell for teens.
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I’ve always LOVED her! You guys look fab! xoxo
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