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
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
Started in 2009 by Kahindo Mateene, Modahnik offers contemporary takes on African patterns and fabrics: Before you roll your eyes, take a look at their Spring 2011 collection, that offers a bevy of explosive colors, placed in artful prints on pencil dresses, halters, and cocktails: Prices for Modahnik garments start at $258 and top off Continue Reading
Today I wanted to introduce you to Marazetti, a cool line of handbags, accessories, and cocktail dresses with a cause: Founded by Fanta Kamara in 2011, Marazetti provides work to women and girls traumatized during the 14 year civil war in Liberia, training them to create and retail chic textiles. Kamara says, “My ultimate goal in Continue Reading
Looking for statement jewelry for the new year? Look no further than MYOB, giving us out of this world pieces that will turn heads no matter the occasion. Circle Tutankhamen Earrings, $48 YO! YO! Earrings, $48 COMI & tanimi are the brains behind the brand and came from their native Japan to New York to Continue Reading
Former Bombshell Olori Swank recently launched an online store, www.shopoloriswank.com, chock full of vintage finds and trendy pieces at super affordable prices: Leopard Blouse, $30 Scoop Jumpsuit, $45 As a celebrity stylist, magazine editor, and blogger, Olori knows what’s hot! And now you guys can order shoes, dresses, and chic separates hand picked by Olori Continue Reading
Last night I popped by a holiday party for Evin Cosby’s store PB & Caviar, and was delighted to stumble across fun, form fitting, frocks, pants, and catsuits by Rue 107: Created by Marie Jean Baptiste, the line comprises slinky spandex infused separates in eye catching colors and designs. Dresses range in price from Continue Reading
Your star status isn’t solidified until your face is put on a tee shirt. Deer Dana is giving us portrait tees as well as totes featuring some of the world’s greatest celebrities from Kanye West to Kobe Bryant: Started by Dana Veraldi and Kevin Tekinel, the designs are very simple illustrations on white tee shirts Continue Reading
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