Dear Pennies & Pens, As you hopefully know, I was instrumental in the launch of Flavor NYC which was a digital and social media campaign that promoted diversity in fashion. Flavor NYC was launched through The Network. Flavor is back but…
Dear Pennies & Pens, Today, I’m featuring Marisol brand umbrellas which is a company that is dedicated to turning a profit while promoting social change. Marisol features a beautiful line of umbrellas with beautiful African prints. Upon receiving a press…
Hey Pennies & Pens, What’s cracking?! So the past few months have been an emotional roller coaster for me. I just moved to a new city and uprooted my entire life. Naturally that has me feeling some type of way.…
Dear Pennies & Pens, As you all know, it is now Black History Month. You may not know this but I am a true lover and connossiouer of all things related to Black/African-American people. It is my culture, history, and…
Dear Pennies & Pens, Today is Monday. Of all the days in the week this one makes me the angriest consistently. I don’t think I’ve ever been happy that it’s Monday unless I had the day off from work. The…
Dear Pennies & Pens, As you all hopefully know, I’m currently living in Houston, TX. If you didn’t check the post out here. Prior to Houston I had been living in New York for five years so obviously Houston has…
Dear Pennies & Pens, As I stated in my last couple of fashion posts, there are plenty of brands out there. But as many brands as there are few are made for my Pennies with a little extra love on…
Dear Pennies & Pens, There are many designers and brands out there, but not all of them would make an interesting interview subject. It’s just an unfortunate reality. That’s why I’m always selective about who I interview. And today’s interviewee…
Hey Pennies & Pens, You probably don’t know this but I am a big fan of Katy Perry. I think she’s super fab and I always like her songs. I’m excited to announce that Katy Perry has just announced her…
Dear Pennies & Pens, With so many fashion and accessory brands in the world, it seems that the fashion world is more driven by the almighty dollar. Like any other business, fashion brands need to make money. But at whose…
