Red Carpet AMA Trends: Black, Velour and Pink!

Posted on November 20, 2017

I’ve missed a few red carpet coverage because…life but I was quite excited about what I saw this week at the American Music Awards, held at the Microsoft Theater on November 19, 2017 in Los Angeles, California….A lot of pink and black, but not together!

Speaking of P!nk, she and our other Bellyitch Bumpwatch alum Kelly Clarkson performed together.

Not a mom but a blog fave, Tracee Ellis Ross killed it as host and the tribute to her mom Diana Ross who took home the Lifetime Achievement Award was all that and a bag of chips! (Do the kids still use that phrase?)

In the mix was her daughter in law Ashlee Simpson Ross, whose husband is Evan Ross, the baby boy of the Ross family. their daughter Jagger Snow stole the show! Ashlee wore a Christian Siriano dress, Giuseppe Zanotti shoes, and Neil Lane jewelry.

She was part of the sequins in black trim along with Clarkson who also went bold and brave in a velour and gold gown hugging her gorgeous hour glass figure. I’m loving her sleek blunt parted ombre hair too.

Kelly Rowland too did black with floral in a interesting long split Galia Lahav dress with sheer sleeves, fresh off witnessing Serena Williams‘ nuptials in New Orleans last Thursday. Her good friend Ciara went a bit S&M in an asymmetric black leather coat dress by Alexandre Vauthier haute couture and thigh high boots with wet look hair. Nicole Kidman played in safe in Black as well but looked stunning as usual in an Olivier Theyskens dress, Giuseppe Zanotti boots, a Versace bag, Fred Leighton jewels, and an Omega watch

Opting for the lighter part of the spectrum was Heidi Klum in a pink and gold slip dress with a deep v plunging neckline which is in a vintage Gianni Versace from Morphew, accented with Lorraine Schwartz jewelry, and Giuseppe Zanotti shoes.

Mom-to-be country singer Jessie James Decker did a shade of pink too in a bump hugging off-the-shoulder dress, a shade of pink. Speaking of P!nk, she too went with the color of her name in a hot pink and tulle Monique Lhullier dress and her signature pink hair. Jenna Dewan-Tatum in gold and looked hot as usual in a beautiful Julien MacDonald gown, John Hardy jewels, and Giuseppe Zanotti strappy sandals.

Congrats to our alums Shakira for winning Favorite Latin artist and Carrie Underwood for winning Favorite Female Country Artist.

One of the first celebrities we ever bump watched, Christina Aquilera brought the house down in a tribute to the 25th anniversary of the Kevin Costner, Whitney Houston film, The Bodyguard singing “I Will Always Love You”, “I Have Nothing” and “Run to You” and “I’m Every Woman”. She killed it in my book! Did all the songs justice and Whitney with her voice, range and power! Wow!

Watch!

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Ashlee Simpson Ross & Evan Ross IG-shared First Photo of daughter Jagger Snow

Posted on February 2, 2016

Simply gorgeous!

Ashlee Simpson Ross and her husband Evan Ross shared a photo of their 6-month old daughter Jagger Snow on Instagram on Sunday.

“Sunday love #JaggerSnow,” the “Pieces of Me” singer captioned the photo.

Ross, a singer who starred in The Hunger Games, captioned his own Instagram of the image, “Them there eyes! #jaggerSnow.”

The two welcomed the new addition last July 30. She is the first child for Ross, who is son to the legendary Diana Ross. Simpson has a 7-year old son Bronx with ex husband Pete Wentz, who, like Ross, is also bi-racial and has a mom of black Jamaican-descent and white dad. (little known fact).

Since I’m getting all into their geneology, here’s more:

We also featured Ross’ sister Chudney Ross here on Bellyitch when the author, baker & bookstore owner was expecting her first child, daughter Callaway Lane, with husband Joshua Falkner in 2012.

Callaway and Jagger favor a bit, eh?

Rounding up the beautiful Ross cousins is Raif-Henouk Kendrick, whose mom is Evan’s eldest sister Rhonda (her dad is Motown founder Berry Gordy).

Rhonda shared with Madame Noire last year that she took over 10 years to conceive, went through IVF, conceived and miscarried twins before successfully welcoming Raif, a miracle baby with her husband since 1996, jazz musician Rodney Kendrick.

Charming !

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Why Leighton Meester and Ashlee Simpson-Ross are Smart to Join This Celeb Baby Name Trend

Posted on September 25, 2015

This week, Gossip Girl alum Leighton Meester welcomed her first child with fellow actor Adam Brody, PEOPLE confirmed. The couple, who only married last February 2014, named the new arrival Arlo Day.

It is keeping with the trend of celebrities giving their daughters unisex or male names which has been around since 2012, at least.

We also got introduced today to Ashlee Simpson-Ross and Evan Ross‘ first child together, daughter Jagger Snow Ross.

They too also married last year, August. This is Ashlee’s second child. She has a 6-year old son, Bronx, with her ex husband Fallout Boy front man Pete Wentz.

I think a girl with a boy name gets a leg up in the digital world when you can interview for a job, complete a job, collaborate on a project, make online friends and do pretty much anything without seeing a person.

Often times, there are negative and limiting associations that people assign to a person when they know the person is a female.

All of a sudden a firm reply becomes a bitchy one. An ambitious career move by an Mid-level career woman is seen as getting over-her-head. Showing compassion during a debate turns into being “too emotional.”

I’m not certain if the axiom is true in the reverse, but I do know that men, generally, are not penalized the same.

Of course, at some point, there will be a face-to-face meeting, but by then, a person has already proven their value and character. No need to assign another layer of gender bias to it.

Thus when you start out with a unisex or male name, you’re one step ahead of the game!

Right on Ashlee, Evan, Leighton and Brody!

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Ashlee Simpson Ross welcomes Daughter with Evan Ross (BONUS: Wedding Pics)

Posted on July 31, 2015

Congratulations to singer Ashlee Simpson Ross who just gave birth to her first child with husband Evan Ross, yesterday, Thursday night.

The couple welcomed a baby girl and joins Simpson Ross’s 6-year old son she had with ex Pet Wentz.

“He’s excited. He’s so excited,” the “Pieces of Me” singer told E! News after the pregnancy news was announced. “He’s excited that it’s a girl. He thinks it’s cute—the tea parties—she’ll be adorable.”

Sweet! Days before the birth, Ross, who is an actor/singer and son of singing great Diana Ross, shared photos of the couple’s wedding last year.

Congrats!

photo: Instagram

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Ashlee Simpson gets fab PUSH Present; 8 Ideas for New Moms Who Have Everything

Posted on July 10, 2015

At a recent event celebrating his new album, singer-songwriter and Hunger Games star Evan Ross surprise gifted his wife Ashlee Simpson a plush PUSH present as she prepares to give birth to their first child together.

A source to PEOPLE magazine who attended the celebration held Tuesday at the Kia Beach House in Malibu, California said Ross brought out the vintage limited edition 2102 Chanel Green Graffiti Body Bag to the deck and presented it to his wife who was elated to receive it.

Nice! It’s quirky, eclectic, unique and perfect for the Bohemian flower child that Simpson-Ross is!

It can be tough for guys like Evan to shop for the posh mom (an expectant or new) who has everything. So for those dads-to-be out there one wondering what to give that woman who has everything, here are some ultimate gift suggestions:

1. Any mom would be happy to receive a Tiffany blue box, especially if in it there is a Tiffany & Co. Bezzet Yellow Diamond Ring in platinum with a yellow diamond in an 18k gold bezel setting. Cushioned in modified fancy intense yellow diamond, carat total weight 1.57 Get it at Tiffany’s for a mere $27,100.

2. If she is a bag freak and doesn’t already have one, you can get her the Hermes Matte Crocodile Birkin Bag which costs $120,000. Named after after British singer/actress Jane Birkin. The clasp of this tote, which is actually made out of a crocodile, features 10 carats of white diamonds. Less expensive bags are available starting at $5,000. Good luck finding one. Last I heard, there is a wait list. But Jet Set Socialite site that had the list has since gone off line.

3. If that affluent new mom in your life loves sweet spells, you can get her one of the world’s most expensive bottle of perfume, Clive Christian No. 1 which sells for $2,150 for 2 ounces. The perfume is an extravagant combination of Indian jasmine, mandarin and sandalwood. Its bottle is handmade from lead crystal, while the neck is 24-karat gold-plated sterling silver, set with a solitaire. Wow!

4. If that spoiled rich new mom has a sweet tooth, she may appreciate getting a dark chocolate truffle from Knipschildt for $250. It sells for $2600 a pound. With candy that rich, you have to cherish every calorie.

5. My favorite gift is anything spa related. If your mom has time on her schedule, book her a spa trip to the Hotel Victor in South Beach (which was bought out by the Hyatt) It offers guests of its penthouse suite the opportunity to lounge in a tub filled with 1,000 liters of pure Evian water, fuchsia, and orange Gerber daisies. Serena Williams was the first to try out the $5,000 bath, which is given in a 350-gallon infinity tub. You can also snack on smoked salmon lollipops, foie gras and chocolate as you bathe.

6. A monogrammed robe. For the first weeks after the baby is born, a new mom will be restless, sleepless, and anxious trying to navigate her new role, nurse, recover and heal from the pains of labor and delivery and entertaining guests. It can be overwhelming. Nothing can make a new mom feel comfortable and comforted than being enveloped in a nice plush robe, especially during cold and crisp Fall or Winter nights. Having it monogrammed adds the nice extra special touch. For those in warmer climates, a pretty frilly robe in pastels, paisley or other feminine design can help a new mom feel sensual during a time when she may be dealing with bloating and other pregnancy side effects. Brookstone sells a nice one starting at $59.95.

7. Plush Slippers Many new moms experience water retention in their feet and legs during and immediately after giving birth. C-Section moms have it even worse because surgery creates even more water build up. As such, many moms quickly become to realize that they may not be able to fit into their old shoes and won’t for a while. A great warm and comfy pair of slippers would be an ideal for any new mom, for lounging around the home or just for slipping into after a day out and about on feet that are still recovering from childbirth. makes a comfy shearling slipper that retails for $75.

8. Anything from Tiffany’s – The sight of that little blue box can put a glimmer in any woman’s eye. For a new mom whose fingers may be swollen from retaining water, she may be upset and frustrated that she can no longer fit her wedding or engagement ring. Rather than put it away, wouldn’t it be a wonderful surprise to present her with a lovely chain to hang the rings on and wear around her neck so she can keep the symbol of your love and fidelity by her heart? Yes. Yes indeed. And as a self-proclaimed connoisseur of all things Tiffany’s related, believe me, that you are sure to find a necklace in a variety of budgets at Tiffany’s.

An Elsa Peretti Pendant Chain sells for $185.00 and can fit a ring easily along with the alphabet pendant bearing either the mom’s or new baby’s initial.

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Inside Ashlee Simpson Ross’ Baby Shower

Posted on June 11, 2015

Jessica Simpson planned and showered her sister Ashlee Simpson Ross at her home with a few close friends this past Tuesday. Simpson Ross is expecting her first child with her husband since last August, singer Evan Ross (Diana Ross‘ son).

Simpson, our two-time Bellyitch Bumpwatch alum, posted a photo of the gorgeous table setting on her Instagram account with the caption, “Another gorgeous tablescape by @casadeperrin to shower @ashleesimpsonross and @realevanross,” the fashion mogul wrote, alongside a photo of the too-perfect setting. “#BabyLove.”

Simpson Ross’ friend Odette Annable also posted a photo of the event on her account with the caption, “Girlfriends make everything better,” the Astronaut Wives Club star wrote on her Instagram. “Celebrating our beautiful friend @ashleesimpsonross.”

“It was beautiful weather and her house was the perfect setting … so gorgeous,” a guest told PEOPLE magazine, “It was very chill and almost like just a get-together than a traditional shower. It wasn’t focused on games [and was] more like a big party.”

Simpson Ross, who went to the event in a Bohemian look, is already mom to son Bronx Mowgli, 6, with ex-husband Pete Wentz.

photos: Instagram

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Bump Watch: Ashlee Simpson supports Evan’s latest movie

Posted on April 22, 2015

Mom-to-be Ashlee Simpson Ross looked radiant while attending her husband Evan Ross‘ latest film project, Just Before I go at the ArcLight Hollywood on April 20, 2015 in Hollywood, California.

Courtney Cox directed the project which stars the Hunger Games actor, who is also the son of music great Diana Ross.

It was at Diana’s estate that Simpson and Evan married last summer.

This will be Evan’s first child as Simpson is already mom to 6-year old Bronx with Fall Out Boy front man Pete Wentz.

Evan’s sister Blackish star Tracee EllisRoss was there to support her baby brother.

We’ve said it before but with Evan’s looks and Simpson’s chin cleft, that baby is bound to look like Michael Jackson, at least the version from the “Bad” album cover. Ha!

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Ashlee Simpson & Evan Ross (Diana’s Son) expecting first child

Posted on December 22, 2014

Congrats to singer Ashlee Simpson and her new husband, singer/actor Evan Ross on expecting their first child together, E!Online confirms.

The couple tied the know this Summer on August 21st and are the union of two musical families. Simpson’s sister is Jessica Simpson and Ross’s mom is the legendary Diana Ross.

This baby will have Ashlee’s 6-year old son, Bronx, from a marriage with rocker Pete Wentz for a big brother.

A couple of personal observations: With Ashlee’schin cleft and Ross looking the way he does, am I the only one who thinks this baby will look like Michael Jackson?

Two: Pete and Evan both have black moms and white dads. Just random. Ashlee has a type! LOL! j/k!

Congrats to the happy couple!

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