As put by Morgan Kret, founder of women’s fashion and textile brand YESiSA (that’s ye-see-sa, FYI): the art of fashion lies within our human need for connection and our ability to make something beautiful with our hands. In a time filled with fast fashion trends, the desire to sport something that will stand out from …
Managing a growing brand, getting married, and ending up on the front page of the New York Times amidst all this COVID-19 craziness? Yeah, we were shocked (and impressed) too. Dana Cohen, founder of Hyer Goods, has been busy. In our most recent Zoom date, we chatted with Dana, founder of the sustainable, ethical bag …
We all need some time to ourselves to unwind and relax, especially with everything going on in our lives these days. Sure, there are a lot of ways we like to chill at home, from watching a movie to vibing to our go-to playlist. But many of us are feeling so stressed and off our …
“There is no target audience” is not something you’d usually hear the senior VP of a company saying when talking about promoting a brand. But Savage X Fenty isn’t your typical show. The show isn’t only looking to promote and make a profit. The show is looking to empower. The second the Savage X Fenty …
Choosing a swimsuit that fits well and makes you look cute is a challenge many women can relate to, especially as spring and summer come around. Finding a swimsuit that you like is one thing. Seeing how it looks on you versus how you thought it would look is another. And when you want your …
Every woman has a body that’s unique, accentuated with curves and those lovely lady lumps. However, with this one-of-a-kind shape comes a struggle that is all too real: the fit. The goddamn FIT! Whether you’re thick, thin, or anything in between, finding pieces that work for your body is a universal issue. We got the …
If retro meets modern is your favorite style and you’re always on the hunt for an eye-catching look, you’re about to have a new obsession. Doubledutch Boutique is a Baltimore-owned boutique that prides itself on a unique shopping experience and an eclectic collection of statement pieces. The store essentially has a little something for everyone, …
Nasty Gal is one of the biggest fast fashion brands in the game, contributing to the growth of one of the largest online fashion monopolies—Boohoo. The Boohoo Group owns many brands that are responsible for harming the environment by mass producing cheap fabric with fibers that pollute our waters. Their destructive manufacturing is not limited …
There was once a time when the phrase “thrift shopping” was associated with funky-smelling Grandma clothes from Goodwill and the kind of people that scold you for not recycling. Luckily, the shopping trend has gotten a cool-girl rep over the past few years. It’s not only become socially acceptable, but actually trendy to go thrifting …
This past weekend, the largest gathering of African-American musical talent took place in New Orleans: ESSENCE Festival 2019. ESSENCE magazine is an editorial brand that reports news, entertainment, wellness, fashion, beauty, and lifestyle content for African-American women. The magazine is dedicated to speaking directly to black women in every aspect of their lives: personal, business, …
Fast fashion. You may have heard the term before and it probably wasn’t in the most positive connotation. As our desire for fashion that can keep up with ever-changing trends has grown over the past few decades, fashion companies have adopted a model that prioritizes quantity over quality. The clothing and textile industry has evolved …
