We love inspiring stories from amazing people across the globe who are doing great things. This week’s feature focuses Andre Williams, owner and founder of A. Will A. Way Art Creations. Andre is an artist and poet from Akron Ohio. A. Will A. Way Art Creations is a business that he started with the goal of … Continue reading
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NYFW: WALK Fashion Show Recap
#mygirlsquad’s Caroline Senion had the pleasure of attending The WALK Fashion Show on February 13, 2016, in New York City. This event was created to give an opportunity to upcoming fashion designers around the world to showcase their designs to the public. The founders Daishawn Franklin and Crystal Bailey created WALK as a platform for … Continue reading
You may have several seats! 4 Hell to the naw things you have to leave in 2015
We are almost done with January and setting the tone for the year ahead. It may still be early but time has proven to go really quickly in the blink of an eye. With that said, we need to set some important ground rules for establishing Melanaire status all year round. Here’s how to … Continue reading
The business of travel is the new black
If you are a traveler and do not know of Travel Noire, you are living under a rock. Travel Noire creates tools, resources and experiences to help travelers discover their next journey. Zim Ugochukwu, is the CEO and founder of Travel Noire. She is the ‘travel it-girl’ that has shown us her journey through travel. … Continue reading
Behind the Buisness: Fauzia Awale, Fawwies Workshop
Beauty has always had its standard dictated by magazines and makeup houses. The standard has always had a bias that many could not relate to. Specifically in Africa, the under exposure of African beauty as a standard has not been thoroughly explored. Darker shades are not emphasized for mainstream magazines, and frustration around this issue … Continue reading
Behind the business: Najeema Iman, Curlitude
We love inspiring stories from amazing people across the globe who are doing great things. This week’s feature focuses on Najeema Iman. Najeema Imanis a self taught independent wearable art and accessory designer. Born in Queens, New York, breed in Detroit, MI, she is inspired by all of the textures, sounds, and flavors that the … Continue reading
Behind the Business: Kalaya Long, Lulena Hair Co
We love inspiring stories from amazing people across the globe who are doing great things. This week’s feature focuses on Kalaya Long, co-founder of Lulena Hair Co. Lulena Hair Co. specializes in hair extensions for natural 3b-4c textures. Our mantra is “natural beauty for all.” Who is Kalaya Long? As the owner of Lulena Hair … Continue reading