Designers We Love from Lagos Fashion Week
While most fashion lovers know of the big four fashion weeks (New York, London, Paris and Milan) there are several more across the globe –and it goes without saying that … Read more
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Bobblehaus Opens Flagship Store on Orchard Street
handcrafted in Shanghai, these clothes are changing the history of what’s Made in China During a rare window of free time in between shows at NYFW SS23, Katya suggested we … Read more
Culture Dose | She-Punks | Come Hell or High Water | Pretty Sick
This week dive into Grrrl music with Revenge of the She-Punks A feminist music history and then listen to Make Me Sick Make Me Smile by Pretty Sick. Also check out Come Hell or High Water -a doc that follows the painful but inspiring journey of Derrick Evans, a Boston teacher who returns to his native coastal Mississippi when the graves of his ancestors are bulldozed to make way for the sprawling city of Gulfport.
Indonesian Batik: Local Wisdom Comes to Fashion
Indonesian designer Janet Teowarang is helping to revive an organic Indonesian batik practice “Back in 2018 during my on-site research program, I met batik artisans in Pasuruan Regency in East … Read more
Culture Dose | Copy | Soul of a Nation | Alt.Latino
This week’s culture dose features the rich history, dynamic presence, and creativity of Hispanic peoples while also acknowledging Latino populations (those descending from Latin American countries).
Culture Dose | A Visible Man | Reservation Dogs | Polyester Podcast
This week’s Culture Dose features the book by Brit Vogue editor Edward Enninful, Reservoir Dogs on Hulu and the Polyester Podcast (NOT about synthetic clothing though, we promise!)
The African Fashion Scene: An Interview with Insider Hadeel Osman
A lot of Western media is biased towards west Africa – people talk about Nigeria, Ghana, and South Africa and nobody really talks about the rest of the continent. But we have fashion markets and creative economies in east, north, and central Africa as well, and I do think that it is important to highlight them.
Spotlight On Asian Sustainable Brands
The progression towards sustainable fashion now traverses across every corner of the earth as more labels and the industry at large collectively strives for working conditions and eco-conscious regulations that … Read more
Art To Ware X Chashama Pop-Up Fuses Fashion and Art
Art to Ware is a collection of clothes, accessories and books from an impressive variety of young designers working in upcycled fashion.
Culture Dose | AFRICA + FASHION
This week’s Culture Dose was inspired by the Africa Fashion show at the V+A
Is Sustainable Fashion Only For Rich People?
There’s an idea that sustainable fashion is a privilege and made for the rich. But is this true? Are there other ways to practice sustainability beyond mere consumerism?
On Self-Expression, Honoring Juneteenth & Alicia Keys
Gone are the days where we are forced to be something we aren’t. Many of us people of color have more choice when it comes to fitting in wherever we choose.
Here’s why Juneteenth is a National Holiday
What is Juneteenth? Around this time last year, I was sitting with my mom when she asked me if I knew what Juneteenth was. The answer was no. And to … Read more
20 Queer Owned Beauty Brands You Need to Try
You’ve seen the pride collections by all your favorite, and least favorite, brands, but what the mainstream is missing are the collections from queer owned beauty brands. Pride isn’t just … Read more
6 Queer Activists We Love –and you should too!
We’re showing love to some of our favorite queer activists this month!
Get Schooled on Conscious/Sustainable Fashion
You love fashion, but what about the industry? You’ve heard “fast fashion” is bad and even luxury brands pollute are planet. What’s going on? Learn how the fashion industry works: the good, bad and the ugly by taking any of these free courses on sustainable fashion and learn how to be a better consumer, creator and citizen.
Mo.Na Gems –BioPlastic and SO Fantastic
Resin rings might be all the rage but that plastic is positively toxic! Meet Mecca & Mia -2 designers creating pop art jewelry from bioplastic!
Our Favorite Fashion Influencers You Need To Know
The women featured here range from students to CEOs and are vastly different in how they’re approaching the fashion industry but they’re all innovative and worth watching as we all continue to invent the future of fashion together.
House of Aama NYFW show
Historical Black resorts were the inspiration for this stunning show by Rebecca Henry & Akua Shabaka
Our Favorite Collections from Men’s Day at NYFW…All by NYC designers
A. Potts Collection, Chelsea Grays and Fried Rice were a few favorites
An Interview with Fashion Designer Aaron Potts
Aaron Potts on A. Potts I want it to be this tool for connecting with people and building amazing relationships and creating together and then putting that out into the … Read more
I tried out hair products from Terre & Botanique— here’s what I thought
A review of Terre & Botanique Organic Hair Products When I was asked to test out sustainable hair products, I had some hesitation. In the black community, we tend to … Read more
Interview with Stephanie Moody founder of Terre & Botanique
When your door opens up, always step through it. You may end up falling flat on your face but you may end up shooting for the moon! –Stephanie Moody, Black entrepreneur and founder of organic beauty brand Terre & Botanique
Interview with Fashion Designer Chelsea Grays
We spoke with emerging designer Chelsea Grays about her design process, inspirations and the new digital world of fashion.
Our Favorite Products for Curly Hair
Photo by Ivana Cajina on Unsplash Anyone blessed with natural curls is aware that it can sometimes be quite tough to look after them properly. Curls are beautiful but complex … Read more
A compilation of women and things they do that inspire us this Women’s History Month and beyond.
In a nod to Women’s History Month we’re recommending: The Bechdel Cast, Leah Thomas/Intersectional Environmentalist, The Great Women Artists Podcast and more >>>
#LFW – Linus Leonardsson, Bethany Williams, Olubiyi Thomas, EFTYCHIA, Matty Bovan + Vinti Andrews
Linus Leonardsson, Bethany Williams, Olubiyi Thomas, EFTYCHIA, Matty Bovan + Vinti Andrews
Ones to Watch this NYFW according to The Black in Fashion Council
The Black in Fashion Council (BIFC) was founded in June 2020 by The Cut editor Lindsay Peoples Wagner and Sandrine Charles, a public relations expert. It was started with intention to hold the fashion industry accountable when it comes to inclusivity and diversity.This Fashion Week season, the BFIC and IMG models will host bicoastal showrooms including these 16 designers.
Is the future of fashion collaborative? Here are 3 Fashion Collectives We Have Our Eye On
Is the future of fashion collaborative? we hope so! We tend to consider fashion to be about a single designer even when we know that there are several people behind … Read more
5 Best Depop Sellers Offering Size Inclusive Clothing
In the last 10 years, the Depop app has become an epicenter for secondhand and vintage shopping. Much like thrifting IRL, finding shops that are size inclusive can be challenging. There are tools within the app that allow users to refine their searches by price, color and size. We recommend starting there. Even with these tools, finding a seller that fits your style can take some time. Lucky you–we’ve done the research and found seven sellers with amazing pieces looking for a home…maybe your home?