Believe it or not, we’re always on the look out for cool, fresh, upcoming designers, with aesthetics that speak to our tastes. While cruising online, I came across pieces from designer Loza Maleombho’s Spring/Summer 2012 collection and fell in love: The Cote Ivorian New York based designer specializes in whipping African prints into Victorian inspired Continue Reading
Kiara writes, “ Hey! I want to first start off by saying I absolutely love your site! :) But I was wondering do you happen to have any suggestions for clothing sites or boutiques online because I am tired of shopping at Charlotte Russe, Forever 21, and department stores for my clothing. I want clothing Continue Reading
While searching for Kimberly Chandler’s 2012 Met Gala earrings, I came across jewelry designer Wilfredo Rosado’s website, and was instantly intrigued by his Blackamoor Collection: The ebony carved Italian made collection comprises pendants and rings depicting princes and kings adorned with gold, diamonds, and colored stones, along with a pair of funky ‘hand’ earrings previously Continue Reading
Form fitting dressmaker Rue 107 sent over images of their Spring 2012 lineup, and the outlook is lovely! It seems the brand has expanded their repertoire to include unitards along with their staple mini frocks. I’m personally loving the polka dot number and the revisions upon their popular multicolored ‘checkerboard’ dress. What do you think? Continue Reading
Searching for affordable contemporary pieces fashioned out of Ankara fabric? Look no further than It’s Archel, an e-boutique boasting Liberian made separates all under $100: The Trina Romper, $45 The Archel Dress, $68 Every piece is handmade by a Liberian artisan who is rebuilding after the country’s war. Each item is one-of-a-kind, and if you Continue Reading
Tumblrs are sources of inspiration–one stop web shops where an editor can curate quotes, videos, and pictures to tell a beautiful tale. We’ve uncovered 5 where you can get your fashion and beauty fix, and allow your eyes to dance along the gorgeous pictures and well plucked phrases: 1. Black Fashion (www.blackfashion.tumblr.com) With snapshots, street Continue Reading
So now that Fashion Month is over, it’s all about the independent designers, the ones who may not be on your radar, but who you should definitely know about. After seeing Lil Kim rocking a hot top by Marco Marco on 106 & Park, I took a look at the designer’s online store and fell Continue Reading
Though we’ve been caught up in the whirlwind of international fashion weeks, we still can’t forget about our indie designers! I took a break from the show schedule to dip into LA for an Essence Women in Hollywood Luncheon, and caught up with Angel of Concrete Loop who put me on to handbags by Nneka Continue Reading
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