Ice Spice Debuts Her Dazzling CLA in Mercedes-Benz’s ‘Class of Creators’

In a sparkling fusion of automotive elegance and cultural swagger, Mercedes-Benz has unveiled the first of its highly anticipated ‘Class of Creators’ collaborations — and who better to kick things off than New York’s own Princess of Rap, Ice Spice?

At the glittering grand opening of the newly renovated Mercedes-Benz of Manhattan, the brand rolled out more than just the red carpet. Enter Ice Spice, Grammy-nominated and endlessly iconic, who reimagined the sleek new CLA as a molten silver masterpiece. Complete with diamond-studded chain motifs and a whisper of pastel attitude, her custom CLA art piece is every bit as bold and unapologetic as the artist herself.

Mercedes-Benz’s new CLA is part of the ‘Class of Creators’ series, where five global tastemakers are invited to reimagine the vehicle through their unique lens. Ice Spice’s creation is the first of five drops, with interior design darling Gustaf Westman, fashion innovator KidSuper, cultural powerhouse League of Legends, and childhood favourite Hot Wheels all taking their turn throughout the year.

The Manhattan debut was as electric as the CLA itself. Set against the backdrop of a renovated showroom, the event pulsed with style and sound, from a live performance by the cast of Hell’s Kitchen to a high-energy set by Brooklyn DJ LPX. With around 350 guests sipping, mingling, and snapping photos of the Ice Spice CLA, it was clear that, rather than simply a car launch, this was a cultural moment.