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Spotlight: Meow & Barks Boutique
Let me tell you about this brand I came across two years ago…. Meow & Barks Boutique caught my attention at an Essence Magazine event in 2018 (recap here) so I took a business card and made sure to take a picture (see below). At the time, I just started my blog and knew it was something I’d want to review in…
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Spotlight: Washington Ave
Happy Monday everyone! I’m bringing to you another post featuring Washington Ave! If you haven’t seen my first review, check it out here. It’s a black owned shop that sells vintage pieces and reworked designs. I snagged this blue number during one of their, “Insta Monday Sales.” Basically, they show different thrifted items with the price and size in InstaStories…
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Spotlight: Von Perez
We’re already half way through the summer! Can you believe it? New York City has been full of sunshine these last couple of weeks so I decided to go out and have a ‘social distance’ photoshoot with my photographer, Debbie (she’s the greatest!). Next on my business focus list is the jewelry and accessories brand Von Perez. Created by Lavonta,…
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Face Masks Sold By Black Businesses
It’s the summer, which is great, but the coronavirus (COVID-19) has made things not so pleasant. Gone are the concerts, indoor brunch parties and anything that falls under large crowds of people being in close proximity to each other. It’s a tough time for those who are itching for normalcy, but I think it’s better to be safe than sorry.…
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Spotlight: Mudpuppy
As Women’s History Month comes to a close, let’s go out with a bang by honoring a few trailblazers from the past and present. These “Little Feminist” magnets were created by Mudpuppy – a company that specializes in making educational puzzles, toys and games for children and “the young at heart”. Sheroes like Harriet Tubman, Malala and Billie Jean King are…