{"id":140235,"date":"2025-02-10T21:16:55","date_gmt":"2025-02-11T02:16:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.thevalleyledger.com\/?p=140235"},"modified":"2025-02-10T21:16:55","modified_gmt":"2025-02-11T02:16:55","slug":"mother-to-nfl-eagles-running-back-saquon-barkley-commissions-southside-bethlehem-designer-to-create-one-of-a-kind-blinged-out-jacket-for-super-bowl-lix-appearance","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.thevalleyledger.com\/?p=140235","title":{"rendered":"Mother to NFL Eagles\u2019 Running Back, Saquon Barkley, Commissions Southside Bethlehem Designer To Create One-of-a-Kind Blinged-Out Jacket for\u00a0Super Bowl LIX Appearance"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Bethlehem, PA, February 9, 2025 \u2013 Southside Bethlehem\u2019s own renowned designer, Lara Bly, is making waves on the national stage as she unveils a stunning, custom-designed blinged-out jacket for Tonya R. Johnson, mother of Philadelphia Eagles Running Back Saquon Barkley, just in time for Super Bowl LIX.<\/p>\n<p>Bly, known for her signature Sequin Bomber Jackets glamorous collections, took inspiration from her most sought-after designs to craft this dazzling piece for the mother of Lehigh Valley native, Saquon Barkley. The jacket, designed to shine just as brightly as the electrifying atmosphere of tonight\u2019s Super Bowl, perfectly blends high-fashion with Eagles pride, ensuring that Tonya stands out while supporting her son on the sport\u2019s biggest stage.<\/p>\n<p>Super Bowl LIX, set to take place in New Orleans, La., will be an unforgettable showdown as the Philadelphia Eagles battle for another championship title against the Kansas City Chiefs. With Saquon Barkley in the backfield, all eyes are on Philadelphia\u2019s powerhouse offense as they aim for gridiron glory. Barkley, a Penn State alum whose family resides in Whitehall, Pa., has built a reputation as one of the NFL\u2019s most explosive playmakers, and this game is sure to be a defining moment in his career.<\/p>\n<p>Former Congresswoman Susan Wild helped connect Tonya with Lara Bly for the anticipated collaboration, \u201cWhen I saw Tonya\u2019s post on social media looking for someone to make a custom jacket for her for the upcoming Super Bowl game, I immediately knew Lara was the one. Her talent and creativity are unmatched, and I couldn\u2019t think of a better designer to bring Tonya\u2019s vision to life.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Lara Bly, whose fashion house releases new collections twice a year, is no stranger to creating show-stopping designs for high-profile clients. Her fashion shows, with the next scheduled for May 10, 2025, showcase bold, innovative styles, and her work is frequently seen at exclusive private events, high-profile media programs, and major nonprofit fundraisers. With this latest creation for Barkley\u2019s mother, fondly referred to as \u201cMama B\u201d, Bly solidifies her status as a go-to designer for those who want to make a statement both on and off the field.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cI wanted this jacket to embody Tonya\u2019s pride in her son while also reflecting the spirit and glamour of the Super Bowl,\u201d said Bly. \u201cIt\u2019s a mix of sophistication, edge, and, of course, a whole lot of sparkle!\u201d<\/p>\n<p>As anticipation builds for the Super Bowl and Saquon Barkley\u2019s impact on the game, fashion enthusiasts and Eagles fans alike will be keeping an eye on this unforgettable, custom-made piece. Stay tuned as Lara Bly continues to redefine fashion with her boundary-pushing designs.<\/p>\n<p>For media inquiries or more information, contact Lara Bly at (484) 201-0405 and Tiffany Sondergaard at (610) 349-3671 or tiffany@tsbrandelevation.com.<\/p>\n<p><strong>About Lara Bly Fashion Design Studio &amp; Boutique<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Founded by designer Lara Bly, Lara Bly Design is a Bethlehem-based fashion brand dedicated to crafting high-quality, elegant, and versatile clothing for women. Located in the heart of the South Side Art District, the boutique is a cornerstone of the local arts community, regularly participating in events like First Fridays and other cultural events. Bly&#8217;s commitment to quality and creativity has made her boutique a popular destination for style-conscious women across the region. Lara Bly\u2019s designs blend timeless elegance with modern innovation, making her a standout in the fashion industry. With biannual fashion shows at Venture X and a growing list of high-profile clients, Bly continues to elevate the Lehigh Valley\u2019s fashion scene onto the national stage. Lara Bly Fashion Design Studio &amp; Boutique is located at 202 E 3rd Street, Bethlehem, Pa 18015. For an online shopping experience, visit larably.com.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/drive.google.com\/drive\/folders\/1wA1bSBPspmm3-LdwNbXGKD-Fppn9tfce?usp=drive_link\">Lara Bly Design Studio<\/a><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Information provided to TVL by:<br \/>\nTiffany Sondergaard<br \/>\n&#8211;ts Brand Elevation<br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.tsbrandelevation.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">https:\/\/www.tsbrandelevation.com\/<\/a><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Bethlehem, PA, February 9, 2025 \u2013 Southside Bethlehem\u2019s own renowned designer, Lara Bly, is making waves on the national stage as she unveils a stunning, custom-designed blinged-out jacket for Tonya &hellip; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thevalleyledger.com\/?p=140235\" class=\"more-link\">Continue reading <span class=\"screen-reader-text\">Mother to NFL Eagles\u2019 Running Back, Saquon Barkley, Commissions Southside Bethlehem Designer To Create One-of-a-Kind Blinged-Out Jacket for\u00a0Super Bowl LIX Appearance<\/span> <span class=\"meta-nav\">&rarr;<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":140238,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"_jetpack_memberships_contains_paid_content":false,"footnotes":"","jetpack_publicize_message":"","jetpack_publicize_feature_enabled":true,"jetpack_social_post_already_shared":true,"jetpack_social_options":{"image_generator_settings":{"template":"highway","enabled":false},"version":2}},"categories":[69],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-140235","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-in-the-valley"],"jetpack_publicize_connections":[],"acf":[],"jetpack_featured_media_url":"https:\/\/www.thevalleyledger.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Mama-B-and-Lara-Bly.jpg","jetpack_sharing_enabled":true,"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.thevalleyledger.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/140235"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.thevalleyledger.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.thevalleyledger.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.thevalleyledger.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.thevalleyledger.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcomments&post=140235"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.thevalleyledger.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/140235\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.thevalleyledger.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/media\/140238"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.thevalleyledger.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fmedia&parent=140235"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.thevalleyledger.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcategories&post=140235"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.thevalleyledger.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Ftags&post=140235"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}