CELEBRATION OF LIFE: Georgia Von Noble a Fashion Icon
August 1, 2019
Her ability to display clothes and merchandise in shows, magazines, newspaper ads, on film, etc. was exceptional.
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Fashion
PuffCuff for your Hair Puffs
July 11, 2019
Lash went natural in 2006 and spent five years looking for styling tools that wouldn’t pull or break her curls. With no luck finding anything, she decided to make a product of her own. What makes the PuffCuff work on curls is that it is not elastic. It’s a big, rounded clip that can be clamped around curly hair to hold it in place without tightening and pulling. The PuffCuff is clamped around gathered hair and with its comb-like bristles, curls expand into the clamp eliminating tension. It also comes in four different sizes for different hair lengths and puff sizes.
WACO Theater Center: Where Art Can Occur 3rd Annual Wearable Art Gala
June 6, 2019
The 3rd Annual Wearable Art Gala was held at Santa Monica’s Historic Landmark Barker Hangar, on Saturday, June 1st.
Rihanna feels the pressure as she makes fashion history
May 30, 2019
Rihanna may have looked cool and collected next to the debut collection for her new fashion label, Fenty, donning a brilliant white tuxedo dress and a 1,000-watt smile. But on the inside it was another story. “It’s all a facade,” said the Barbados-born star who has become the first black woman to launch a major Parisian fashion house. “Pressure? Of course… I’m passionate about what I do, so there’s pressure every single second. It’s not like crumbling pressure, but it’s like: `You better get it good, girl.”’ News of the singer’s groundbreaking deal with LVMH, the world’s largest luxury group,
11th annual Special Needs Network Pink Pump Gala Tea and Fashion Show
May 23, 2019
On Sunday, May 19 over 450 powerful women and a few good men came together for the 11th annual Special Needs Network Pink Pump Gala tea and fashion show. This year’s Women of Distinction honorees, actress Vanessa Bell-Calloway, autism self advocate Spencer Harte and TV Personality Robin McGraw, dazzled the audience with heart-filled acceptance speeches. Attendees dressed in pink to symbolize the power of women philanthropy and to acknowledge the boldness of their collective efforts of supporting children and families. A “Destination Vacation” fashion show was presented by Galina Sobolev and her designer brand, Single LA. This celebration of women
High End Urban Clothing Store, ‘GetMeFlyLA’ Brings Affordable Designer Brands to Hollywood
May 9, 2019
In 2017, Nigerian born trendsetter and entrepreneur Akin Asalu, opened a luxury men’s clothing store by the name of GetMeFlyLA. The store which was originally founded in Toronto, Canada by fashion designer Kai, sells menswear that is sure to turn heads on the streets and in the club without breaking the bank. Currently the store’s apparel includes jeans, t-shirts, blazers, jackets, loafers, and everything else needed to complete a classic streetwear look. All clothing and accessories range between $100-800.
Leading Fashion Creators Launch Black Design Collective
April 11, 2019
Combining their experience and knowledge as leading fashion creators, Kevan Hall, Angela Dean and TJ Walker have launched the Black Design Collective (BDC) to provide resources and opportunities to African Americans in the industry.
Black History Month: Black Designers
February 28, 2019
We look at the amazing contributions Black men and women have made to the world of fashion.
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Pro-Basketballer Eugene “Pooh” Jeter III Champions Entrepreneurship with Laced.
January 24, 2019
Eugene Jeter III is using his love of exclusive shoes and apparel to help move the culture forward
Dominique Penn Presents: Strollers and More Pop-Up Sale
September 13, 2018
Sales on strollers, clothing high-chairs and more!
Instant Gratification: A Solo Exhibition by Josué Thomas
August 10, 2018
Working in various mediums such as fashion and fine art, Josué’s aim is a response and re-imagination of traditional style and rational practice. In his work he reminds us that art is there to question convention and in turn guides our attention to the vivid culture, texture and atmosphere it generates. The philosophy is simple: collaborate, create and rebel.
Applications Now Accepted for Little Miss African American Scholarship Pageant
May 30, 2018
The Little Miss African American Scholarship Pageant is an educational program. The girls learn to wear their “C.A.P.” which stands for Confidence, Awareness and Pride. Selected participants undertake a cultural enrichment program designed to promote teamwork, self-esteem, and heighten cultural awareness. They take classes in public speaking, science, technology and etiquette and are taught performances by award winning choreographers. The young ladies make new friends and learn about their rich African American history.
Entrepreneur Nyakio Kamoche Grieco Represents African in Skincare Nyakio
May 3, 2018
Nyakio Kamoche Grieco, a first-generation American of Kenyan descent, opened her skin-care line Nyakio when she realized that the sophistication of Africa was missing in the cosmetics industry.
Virgil Abloh named Louis Vuitton’s menswear designer
March 29, 2018
Paris-based fashion house Louis Vuitton has named Kanye West collaborator Virgil Abloh as its new menswear designer.