On Friday, Beyoncé shared pics of herself with a very grown up looking Blue Ivy Carter on Instagram. Both mom and daughter were in their evening looks for the night out at Brooklyn Central Library, where Jay-Z was celebrating his Book of HOV exhibition.
For the night, the Renaissance star was wearing a body-hugging bright orange outfit by designer LaQuan Smith. The two-piece was composed of a lace button up shirt over a pencil skirt covered in matching lace fabric. Her hair was up in a tall ponytail that fell in honey waves behind her, and she was carrying a small gold purse.
Blue Ivy was in contrasting blue, wearing an off-the-shoulder dress with a high skirt. She accessorized with a pair of fashionable sunglasses, a gold necklace, and a small blue purse with a long strap.
In the carousel of images, Beyoncé also showed off her husband’s exhibition pamphlet and some shots from inside the library. According to the event’s website, the exhibition includes “thousands of archived objects, including original recording masters, never-before-seen photos, iconic stage wear, prestigious awards and recognitions, as well as videos and artifacts from every facet on Jay-Z’s professional life.”
It goes on, “The Book Of HOV is a tribute exhibition at the Brooklyn Public Library, Central Branch, recognizing Shawn ‘JAY-Z’ Carter’s extraordinary journey from Brooklyn’s Marcy Projects to global figure. The multimedia exhibit explores JAY-Z’s global impact as a musician, innovator, entrepreneur, and philanthropist.”
“Our goal, with The Book of HOV tribute exhibition, is to provide a behind-the-scenes look at a Hall of Fame songwriter and performer, successful business person, and a consequential philanthropist who has never forgotten the lessons he learned on the road to success. And the borough where his journey began. Always bet on yourself.”
Aimée Lutkin is the weekend editor at ELLE.com. Her writing has appeared in Jezebel, Glamour, Marie Claire and more. Her first book, The Lonely Hunter, will be released by Dial Press in February 2022.