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TrooRa is here to keep you company this winter as change. In the wake of a difficult political cycle you curl up on the couch with a hot cup of tea to
in which many were left feeling hopeless,
watch the snowfall. As the new year approaches,
powerless, unheard, and underrepresented, the
our writers deliver an inspiring list of brands and
TrooRa team searched far and wide for stories
individuals to give you the motivation you need to
of perseverance, success, and inclusion. These
hit the ground running in the new year.
stories don’t just give us hope for the future;
In The Winter Issue, our writers tackle a vast
they give us the tools we need to push through adversity and set an example for us to follow.
range of topics, from sustainability in fashion and how style can be wielded as a political tool
In the new year, the TrooRa team will continue to
to gender inclusivity, representation and visibility seek out stories that matter, stories that inspire, in drag, and mental health awareness. In Move,
and stories that show us what’s possible with a
Sweat, Shine, Angelique Redwood shines a light
little hard work and determination. So, curl up
on Zoezi Sportswear founder Yvonne Bulimo,
and enjoy the fruits of our labor. Happy reading.
who creates athletic wear that empowers inclusivity in the fitness world. In Eloise Stark’s The Slow Style Movement, we learn how Hannah Beaumont-Laurencia and her brand Beaumont Organic are reshaping fashion through sustainable, transparent production processes. In Cocooned in Care, Mary-Jane Daser tells the tale of Strands of Silk founders Alice Royster and Lexie Chandler, who empower cancer survivors and promote self-care with luxury silk
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Winter invites reflection, resilience, and renewal. As the year winds down, the crisp air sharpens our focus on the connections we cherish, the creativity that inspires us, and the legacies we aim to leave. This Winter Issue celebrates the evolution of fashion—a unique blend of innovation, heritage, and purpose. At TrooRa, we believe fashion transcends fabric; it’s a form of storytelling, a declaration of identity, and an instrument of empowerment. This issue shines a spotlight on visionaries who embody these ideals, using their craft to challenge norms, elevate communities, and redefine the future of design. Our signature TrooRa Trio Covers honor three stories that capture the essence of this evolution: Cover 1: “Drag, Activism, and the Power of Rebirth” Lonnie Haley, also known as Mercedez Munro, transforms the art of drag into a platform for advocacy and healing. As a house mother and activist, Lonnie uplifts marginalized voices, particularly within the Black and LGBTQIA+ communities. Through performance and mentorship, Lonnie creates spaces for visibility, empowerment, and enduring social change, proving that fashion can also be a profound act of activism. Cover 2: “A Family Atelier” San Francisco designer Emily Sue Payne epitomizes the intersection of artistry and authenticity. Her dark, romantic aesthetic and unisex designs reflect a raw, emotional approach to fashion. Collaborating with her husband Isaac and teenage daughter Devon, Emily transforms family bonds into creative synergy. Her journey, from resetting during the pandemic to embracing shadow work as a path to healing, reminds us that fashion is as much about personal growth as it is about art. Cover 3: “The Slow Style Movement” Hannah Beaumont-Laurencia of Beaumont Organic leads a revolution in mindful fashion, crafting sustainable garments that honor every step of their creation. From sourcing organic cotton to building transparent supply chains in Portugal, Beaumont Organic ensures that every piece tells a story of ethical elegance. In a world overwhelmed by fast fashion, Hannah offers a timeless alternative that prioritizes people, planet, and purpose.
out inclusive spaces, offering timeless, elegant designs for every body type. Min & Mon founders infuse joy and tradition into their Colombianinspired accessories, while Lola Banjo of Silver & Riley reimagines functional luxury travel bags with heritage and innovation at their core. The soul of America’s creative spirit drives innovation in every corner of the industry. The contributions, reflected in this issue and beyond, remind us that America thrives when diversity flourishes. These designers preserve cultural legacies while boldly forging new paths, ensuring fashion continues to tell the story of who we are and where we’re headed. Sustainability is another thread uniting this issue. Visionaries like Claudette Jane of Alinéa Fashion demonstrate that beauty and responsibility go hand in hand. Whether transforming waste into wearable art or crafting pieces that last for decades, this leader inspire us to reconsider how we consume and connect with fashion. As the world confronts the environmental toll of fast fashion, it’s innovators like Tanya Heath, Chelsea Paris, and Beaumont Organic who offer a better way forward. Their creations remind us that true luxury lies not in excess but in intention, craftsmanship, and connection. At TrooRa, we celebrate those who dare to redefine boundaries, challenge conventions, and build bridges through design. Fashion is not just about what we wear; it’s about the values we hold and the future we create. As we close out this remarkable year at TrooRa, we reflect on the incredible stories we’ve had the privilege to share—tales of resilience, creativity, and purpose that have shaped our issues and inspired our readers. From groundbreaking artists to visionary entrepreneurs, each edition has been a celebration of the bold and brilliant spirit driving change in our world. As we move through 2026, we’re grateful for you, our readers, and this shared journey. This year is about growth, innovation, and breaking boundaries— both for TrooRa and the visionaries we celebrate. May this season spark bold ideas, meaningful connections, and extraordinary creations.
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This issue also explores a wealth of creatives and brands reshaping fashion’s narrative. Designers like Devan Gregori and Sloan Symington are carving
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A Family Atelier Devon Rose: Dark, Edgy, and Romantic Threads of Transformation Eternal Elegance Waste Not, Wear It Perfectly Petite, Effortlessly Chic The Slow Style Movement
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Icons in Hand Click into Comfort Whispered Elegance Soles of Empowerment Luxury in Motion from Milan to the World
BEAUTY 25 4 More Than a Wrap 2 62 Cocooned in Care
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2 74 Tee Talk Therapy
3 3 8 Drag, Activism, and the Power of Rebirth 3 4 5 Tailoring Success 3 52 More Than Meets the Hem
H E A LT H & F I T N E S S 2 92 Ride. Style. Repeat. 3 0 2 Move, Sweat, Shine
POLITICS TECHNOLOGY 31 4 Vision on the Slopes
3 6 6 The Politics of Style
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Long balconies run the length of the house, extending the interiors outside in what was once a pivotal, modernist innovation perfectly suited to Johannesburg’s climate. From this vantage point above the canopy of Johannesburg’s famously sprawling manmade forest, the justification for the balconies and floor-to-ceiling windows is clear. Sliding screens, however, provide shelter from the sunlight where the roof overhangs are less pronounced.
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Lotus House, as owner Lezanne Viviers has dubbed this late midcentury Johannesburg gem, has its entrance at the top level, via a wide motor court with patterned brickwork paving. Viviers has created a striking cactus garden at the entrance and has chosen bright primary colors for the planters and walls. From this vantage point, the house appears low-slung and ground-hugging—its sleek lines emphasizing the horizontal crest of the rocky ridge it’s perched on. The glass door at the entrance does, however, frame a glimpse of the outlook to the front of the house high over Johannesburg’s vast manmade forest. 62
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espite South Africa being one of the earlier seats of mid-century modern architecture outside of Europe, you don’t often stumble across a pristine example of Johannesburg modernist architecture. While a handful of well-known historical examples exist, few unknown gems remain, waiting to be discovered. So, imagine fashion designer Lezanne Viviers and her husband Walter Anderson’s surprise when they wound their way up a steep, narrow driveway and discovered this late-modernist gem hugging the crest of a rocky ridge. From the entrance via a courtyard and entry path paved with beautifully patterned brickwork, the house appears to be all low, horizontal forms as it hugs the ground, and its flat roof seems to etch a delicate line above the crest of the ridge. From the other side, however, facing the view, the house appears to cascade over the edge of the rocky promontory. Its floating roof overhangs and balconies cantilever dramatically over three levels as the garden
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The Culinary Duo Behind Tilit, Crafting Threads of Flavor from Kitchens to Couture Growing up in New Orleans, Alex McCrery, one-half of the husband and wife team who founded Tilit, was always around great food. Like many who are passionate about cuisine from a young age, McCrery became a chef. From 2002 to 2005, he even worked at one of the premier restaurants within the city, Commander’s Palace. Most consequentially, in terms of both his personal and professional life, McCrery met Jenny Goodman, the other half of Tilit. Goodman was working in a front-of-house position while pursuing a degree at Tulane University. “It’s sort of like a cliched story, like front and back of house romance,” Goodman explains. After completing her studies, she moved to New York City, while McCrery remained in Cajun Country. Fate would reunite the couple. When Hurricane Katrina hit New Orleans, McCrery decided to uproot his life and relocate to the Big Apple. Naturally, after his arrival, he reached out to Goodman, and the pair rekindled their relationship. During his first years in New York City, McCrery worked in a number of restaurants. He then became a private chef, cooking for a range of high-profile celebrities and their families, including none other than Jerry Seinfeld. However, he and Goodman longed to do something together and eventually opened a restaurant of their own, named Good’s, in the trendy Brooklyn 96
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Nourishing Black Food Stories Through Meiko’s Recipes & Community Do you have that one friend who makes everyone wait at the restaurant or dinner table to take pictures of the food before every meal? Meiko, the creator of the food blog Meiko and the Dish and Eat the Culture, a community of African American creatives, used to be that friend before she turned that passion into a full-time business. Before Meiko and the Dish became a full-time business, the blog was a medium to document recipes for her friends who wanted to be creative with food. Now, it has grown into a blog where she shares recipes that are soulful based with a modern twist. 118
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Being the first of four siblings, Meiko started cooking early and out of necessity. When she got older, she started cooking for friends in college, and people kept asking her for recipes. As the demand for her recipes grew, she began documenting them and realized there was a need and a desire for what she was doing. Her early introduction to the kitchen and her constant movement and relocation reflect a wider perspective on her culinary style. Meiko is heavy on flavors and is generous with them as she has mastered the art of layering them skillfully to create
an outstanding dish. Her recipes and creations tell the story of the rich diversity of experiences from various cultures and regions. A quick visit to her blog reveals a lot of barbecue, which reflects her roots in Kansas City; Mexican foods inspired by her time in California; and casseroles, a result of her time in Minnesota. Concerning the variety, Meiko says, “I take different ingredients that maybe wouldn’t naturally be in the recipe because I may want to put in flavors that remind me of my childhood or flavors that I feel like make it even better.”
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DOLCE VITA IN SILK BLACK Introducing our exquisite collection of bags crafted with the finest Tuscan Silk Leather in Silk Black, offering a polished texture and a luxuriously soft touch. The unique design includes a delicately bent thin Bamboo Handle seamlessly attached to a metal framing, allowing for a graceful 45-degree movement in each direction. Standing tall on four bottom studs, these bags showcase meticulous craftsmanship and attention to detail. Elevating the design further is the distinctive Benjamin Babadi "Bote Jeghe" logo, meticulously crafted in brass and double gold plated, adding a touch of sophistication to each piece.
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Exploring how the pandemic allowed San Francisco fashion designer Emily Sue Payne to reset and refocus on her mental health and relationships. We dive into her aesthetic, inspirations, growth and change over the years, collaboration with her husband and teen daughter, how she sees American fashion evolving, and her plans for the future.
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Waste Not, wear it WOR DS | MAR Y-JANE DA SER I MAG E S | ALINE A FA SHION
Claudette Jane Transforms Straws into Style with Alinéa Fashion Alinéa Fashion started in 2018 when Claudette and her friend were having a girls’ night out and felt like being creative. She thought of the melting beads she did with her mum when she was younger, and they used the same technique to melt straws and make flowers. That experience stuck with her and birthed Alinéa Fashion. Growing up, Claudette’s dad was a key geologist in the oil and gas industry allowing her to see firsthand and understand the benefits and the impact of these resources on the environment. Other people may vilify the industry, but Claudette thinks that is an unhealthy approach, considering how much of it is instrumental in powering the world— the foundation of industrialization and mechanization lies on the back of carbon. She believes we can do something about these useful yet often misused resources. We have no choice but to transition into safer environmental practices and find other alternatives to plastic, particularly the plastic used to make everyday items like straws, which Claudette believes we excessively misuse. True to her beliefs, Claudette started her fashion brand Alinéa Fashion to upcycle straws collected from Texas restaurants to make jewellery and fashion accessories. She auctions her products and uses the 166
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Most designers fear running out of materials. Without them, they couldn’t possibly create their designs. For the founder of Alinéa Fashion, Alinéa Fashion transitioned from a hobby to a fashion accessory venture, Claudette Jane, it’s the reverse. Plastics are her making an impact by funding charities and ridding the environment of waste. raw materials, but her greatest desire is to make “I knew Alinéa Fashion was serious them history—a thing of the past belonging business when a young lady in the Philippines recreated one of my in a museum. She’s not your average fashion designs and was eager to flaunt it,” said Claudette. Here she was in Texas, entrepreneur, and when TrooRa spoke with creating fashion accessories with straws, Claudette, we soon learned that there are many and the idea resonated with somebody far away in the Philippines. This affirmed layers to her fabulous brand, Alinéa Fashion. money to fund a charity she believes in, one that makes healthcare accessible to people in low-income families.
her belief that more people were becoming environmentally aware and thinking about better ways to use straws F A S H I O N P R O J E C T S T H AT CHANGE MINDSETS Claudette is proud of her work and has all the validation she needs to keep going. She takes pride in ridding the environment of waste and making
fashionable pieces in the process. With the positive feedback from customers on social media and people’s desire to join her, Claudette is positive that she is making an impact. She is confident that as time goes on, people will think more about how they can recycle plastic
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Perfectly Petite Effortlessly Chic W O R D S | S T E L L A P O LY Z O I D O U IMAGES | SLOAN SYMINGTON
Sloan Symington’s Mission to Tailor Fashion to Petite Women Spending a wonderful morning chatting with Sloan Symington over Zoom, I quickly realized that her vision was born out of necessity—addressing a problem petite women face daily. Symington didn’t set out to follow the typical high fashion path, where beauty is often synonymous with exclusivity, size-zero models, and unaffordable price tags. Instead, when she launched her brand in 2020, her focus was on creating accessible fashion—both in price and fit—for real women with real lives. “I wanted to create that intersection of high design and classic, timeless pieces, but with real, everyday people in mind,” Symington says.
Her fashion journey started with a personal need. At 5’3” and a curvy size 4/6, she struggled to find stylish, well-fitting clothes that worked for her lifestyle. The options she came across were either outrageously expensive or just plain impractical. This frustration fueled her mission: to design timeless clothes that are versatile, comfortable, and accessible to all women, regardless of size or shape. Symington’s designs aren’t just about aesthetics; they’re built for real life. Every piece is machine washable, wrinkle resistant, and priced so that looking chic doesn’t mean spending a fortune. “Who has time for dry cleaning or ironing these days?” she laughs, summing up her brand’s down-to-earth approach to fashion.
In an industry that often prioritizes exclusivity over inclusivity, Sloan Symington is carving out a unique space for women who want timeless, elegant, practical fashion without compromising comfort. Her journey from personal frustration to empowering design illustrates the evolving nature of fashion in today’s society, where representation and accessibility are more important than ever.
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Beaumont Organic Leads the Way with Ethical Elegance
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WITH HER SUSTAINABLE CLOTHES COMPANY, BEAUMONT ORGANIC, HANNAH BEAUMONT-LAURENCIA WANTED TO OFFER SOMETHING DIFFERENT: GARMENTS WITH A HISTORY AND A PRODUCTION PROCESS WHERE EVERY STEP IS ACCOUNTED FOR.
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every step of its journey. In a world of fast fashion, Beaumont Organic is inventing a different, mindful, sustainable way to consume clothing.
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After graduating from fashion school, BeaumontLaurencia wanted to work with organic fabrics and natural fibers but found very few of them in mainstream fashion. She founded Beaumont Organic from her parents’ spare room in 2008, starting with a small collection of T-shirts that she sold wholesale. Beaumont-Laurencia spent most of her weeks driving up and down the country with a suitcase of clothes, knocking on the doors of independent boutiques to ask if they would look at her collection. Fast forward sixteen years, and today, Beaumont Organic is booming. They offer a full range of clothing, babywear, accessories, and homeware. Their flagship store is in a beautiful Victorian townhouse in Manchester, UK, and their clothing is stocked in stores from Japan to Denmark. Beaumont Organic’s garments are made from Global Organic Textile Standard certified cotton, a certification given to cotton that is farmed without harmful pesticides, using non-genetically modified seeds by workers who receive fair wages. Each stage of production, from spinning the yarn to
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To uplift, inspire, and empower women all over the world, playing any variety of roles, and at all ages through clothing and community that helps you feel like your best self and reach your highest potential.
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Modern style, created by hand. Each piece is bespoke and custom made using the best European tanneries and materials.
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Icons in Hand WORDS | ABBY YOUNG IMAGES | THE BAG ICON
The Bag Brand Honoring Historic Women with Style and Purpose Who would’ve thought a criminal defense and corporate immigration attorney would be the founder of a bag brand celebrating historical female figures? Seneca Connor, founder and owner of The Bag Icon, began her brand’s journey in 2022 with the goal of crafting quality, affordable handbags that address and suit every area of a woman’s life. After living in Texas for eight years, Connor moved to the South Bay of California with her husband. A California native, she was itching to return, so the relocation was perfect. Grateful for the Northern California atmosphere and people’s authenticity in style and character, Connor finally headquartered The Bag Icon in Saratoga. Balancing her attorney position and bag business kept her busy with “a lot on [her] plate.” But her business didn’t feel like work. It was her creative outlet, inspiring her energy and desire to keep building her brand.
When Connor went to court, she brought a different handbag every day, matching her bag to her outfit. Her vast collection of bags made her realize she needed quality and affordability, a trusty and reliable bag with multiple ways to style and purpose it. And so, The Bag Icon came to life. Connor decided to fully commit to her brand sometime last year after losing her best friend and confidante—her mother. After her mother’s passing, she reflected carefully on her business. Did she want to continue and truly commit? Her mother was incredibly supportive and proud of Connor’s brand launch, which motivated her to fully delve into creating her brand. Her mother, a style inspiration, was a huge influence on her designs and desire to elevate her brand. Connor believes her love for fashion was passed on to her by her mother.
To Connor, no item, not even a bag, can define an individual. Rather, the individual defines the bag. For Connor, “My customers, their feedback, and bags help bring out the confidence seeing them with the bags—that they’re loving and enjoying them—is what keeps that’s already within. The Bag Icon’s ethos is to inspire confidence, strength, me moving,” Connor says. To Connor, and having fun with fashion. her career in law wasn’t disconnected from designing bags. Every woman Connor’s philosophy is, “Don’t ever and every public defender needs a bag, think that a designer bag is going to somewhere to put your laptop, notepad, and all the things one requires on a daily make you feel a certain way. Understand you are priceless and that you are basis. “That’s what I love about bags,” bringing something; it’s how you wear Connor shares. “We all need one—for work, for life, or for an event. I’ve been a and style it to make your inner beauty shine through.” bag lady all my life.”
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She is a working mom, juggling life with her two hands and tired feet. Navigating the challenges of daily life while hoping to create some magical moments, she represents liberation through self-love and unique expression without compromising style and comfort. She is every woman who deserves to look and feel her best. She is Tanya Heath. Tanya Heath leaves a lasting impression, dressed fashionably in a pink corduroy blazer and dress, with gold heirloom bangles that never leave her wrist and iconic heels. As we start chatting, Heath 214
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instantly shows passion and love for a life centered around family, tradition, authenticity, and realism. From pursuing international relations and working at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in
Canada to meeting her husband, falling in love, moving to Paris, and starting her trailblazing luxury footwear brand, Tanya Heath is a woman of wonder and action.
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Whispered Elegance WORDS | SHAMEYKA MCCALMAN IMAGES | CHAU SÁENZ
The Timeless Allure of Chau Sáenz Handbags
A PA S S I O N B R O U G H T T O L I F E For over fifteen years, Chau Sáenz nurtured a dream of creating a brand that marries luxury with practicality. Inspired by her love for handbags and travel, Sáenz envisioned a collection that could serve as a fashion statement and a functional companion. The idea for the brand took root during her years as a busy mom in San Francisco, juggling 222
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her career and family responsibilities. When the timing felt right, she decided to pursue her passion and turned to handbag school to learn the traditional art of leather craftsmanship. Recalling the excitement she felt upon entering the leather workshop, Sáenz describes how the sight of sewing machines brought back memories of her
mother, a tailor who raised her around fabrics and tools of the trade. Under the guidance of a master craftsman trained at Hermès, she learned the technical skills essential for creating high-end, lasting pieces that would transcend trends. “I didn’t want to make something that would fall apart or go out of style,” she shares. “I wanted to create bags that felt timeless and would be cherished for years.”
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On a flight back from Nigeria, where she had gone to bury her mom, Theresa Ebagua read a magazine about luxury shoe designers and how they built their brands. Deciding that life was too short, she determined it was time to pursue her lifelong passion for designing shoes.
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THE ELECTRA RING Greek: “Bright One” Inspired by celestial nymph in Greek mythology. The daughter of Agamemnon and Clytemnestra, who saved the life of her young brother Orestes by sending him away when their father was murdered. Oval cut Crimson burgundy tourmaline 11 x 9 mm claw set in 14k gold. Paired along with a mix of baguette, square and round white diamonds set in 14k yellow gold. Worn by the bold and beautiful. Original design water color painting available for sale upon request*
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Luxury in Motion from Milan to the World W O R D S | A B B Y Y O U N G I M A G E S | S I LV E R & R I L E Y
Global Citizen Lola Banjo Blends Heritage and Innovation in the Bold Evolution of Silver & Riley’s Functional Luxury Travel Bags Lola Banjo began her brand, or her baby, as she calls it, in 2019. She was inspired by her weekly travels, having observed the bags people around her would carry. With her engineering background, Banjo habitually sought to take things apart and make improvements and soon applied her skills to the world of bags. How could she make travel bags better? For one, they lacked in being both visually aesthetic and functional; most travel bags were either one or the other. But Banjo described herself as both: “I love style; I love function.” To Banjo, there was no need to compromise on being glamorous and fabulous when she traveled. Why not everything? Banjo’s late mother, who passed during Banjo’s teenage years, inspired the conception of her brand. Her mother was an entrepreneur with a jewelry business, and she would often travel back and forth to the Middle East, bringing back gold jewelry for her children. But Banjo wanted to be different from her siblings and asked her mother for silver jewelry instead. While silver jewelry was less common, Banjo’s mother always made sure to return from the Middle East with silver jewelry for her dear daughter. For Banjo, creating a legacy brand is one that transcends time and maintains longevity. Her mother, the largest inspiration for Silver & Riley, incorporated her legacy
and set an example of building longlasting relationships with people and customers, a legacy that Banjo adopted and applied to her own business. Banjo believed a legacy was also well represented through a name, and the name Riley was one she always loved due to its unisex nature. Combining her mother’s legacy and her future legacy, the brand name Silver & Riley was born, an inclusive name that transcends country, demographic, and age. Banjo has traveled to over one hundred countries in her lifetime and describes herself as a global citizen. Her many travels cultivated her keen perceptions and heightened level of empathy. Banjo believes there’s no better education than being able to see the world and experience people in their natural culture and environments. Her travels educated Banjo on people, time, and places and allowed her to develop compassion for others. She saw people who were economically disadvantaged, and it greatly impacted her. Her well-rounded perspective only served to inspire Silver & Riley as a brand. Her brand identity reflects pieces and memories of the places and things that influenced her in some way, shape, or form. All her products are named after cities around the world that inspired her. Banjo’s goal is to have people across the globe feel
included in the Silver & Riley story. She hopes to have every city represented by her brand in the future. Though she has difficulty choosing, Malaysia, Japan, and Africa stand out as her favorites. But she also admits she could go on and on about South America and Europe. Banjo was rejected by 136 manufacturers before she found one that would meet her standards of quality and who could also see her vision. It all began in 2018 when Banjo first came up with the idea for her brand, which nagged at her for years. She knew she needed to start immediately. She researched the best manufacturers for her product, and that research took her to Milan, Italy. While abroad, she knocked door to door, even hiring a translator at one point, but was only met with pure rejection. Banjo later saw these rejections as a gift, as it taught her a lot about the overall process. As she continued to search, she realized she also wanted the manufacturer to be the right fit for her brand, not just the other way around. And so, she began asking manufacturers about their sustainability practices, what percentage of women leaders worked there, and how they handled waste. Through her research, Banjo did some of her own rejecting during the process until she finally found the one.
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natural body care artisanal, organic body care self-care isn’t a luxury, it’s a necessity for our own well-being
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Cocooned in CARE WORDS | MAR Y-JANE DA SER I MAG E S | STR ANDS OF SILK
Strands of Silk Brings Elegance and Healing to Hair Silk was discovered by Empress Hsi Ling Shih in ancient China. One day, a cocoon fell into her cup while she drank tea underneath a mulberry tree. As the shiny thread unravelled, her curiosity led to the invention of the first silk weave. She has been described as the goddess of silk, and her discovery would later lead to the introduction of a material used in fashion and, at some point, as paper for writing and canvas for painting.
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In the fashion and skincare industry, enthusiasts are attracted to silk’s luxurious, natural softness and aesthetic appeal. Not many fabrics are gentle on the skin and also have numerous benefits for the hair. So, when we found Alice Royster and Lexie Chandler, two women from Queensland, Australia, who source the choicest mulberry silks for pillowcases, hair scrunchies, and sleeping caps, we were excited to hear their brand story.
SERVING ALL HAIR SPECTRUMS There is a popular quote among women meant to assert a woman’s love for her hair and the self-confidence it gives her: “If my hair looks good, I can deal with anything.” A woman’s hair can affect her mood, outlook, self-esteem, and productivity. A woman can wake up with a bad hair day and consider that day ruined. The founders of Strands of Silk
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LUNA SUNDARA EXQUISITE HANDMADE INCENSE HOLDER: IDEAL FOR INCENSE STICKS AND BURNERS HANDMADE IN CHULUCANAS, PERU, BY TALENTED ARTISANS
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Luna Sundara strives to improve the lives of people in small communities in Latin America. There are incredibly talented individuals in these communities that simply wish to share their talents with the world. Being able to provide for their families and the people in their communities gives them independence and dignity. Luna Sundara is on a mission to support artisans, farmers, and community members.
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Fashionable Movement Changing Mental Health Conversations MORE THAN A TEE Stumbling upon IDONTMIND’s website, I was immediately drawn to a simple yet powerful design featuring their motto: “I don’t mind talking about my mental health.” The message is simple but profound: talk about it. In a world often dominated by superficial trends and curated appearances, fashion typically serves as a canvas for personal expression. So, what if our clothing could carry a message that transcends style and speaks to something profoundly human—our mental health? This is the vision behind IDONTMIND, a nonprofit organization that seamlessly weaves mental health advocacy into daily wear. From the outside, their apparel may seem like just another cool design, but the true purpose lies in the message it carries: mental health is not something to be hidden or whispered about; it’s something we should wear with pride.
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RIDE. STYLE. REPEAT. WORDS | MAR Y-JANE DA SER IMAGES | TOMO CLOTHING
The Innovative Mobility Gear Giving Women Freedom in Every Season Internal combustion, petroleum-fueled motorbikes have been around since 1885, when they were first built in Germany. By 1894, mass production of motorcycles began, increasing access across the globe. Motorcycles are fun and exciting, have better fuel economy, and take up less parking space and storage than traditional vehicles.
unit that made runs across America. The need for more women cyclists and motorcyclists continued to increase during the war, as fathers and sons were conscripted and women were left back to run essential services.
The freedom that motorcycles gave women was similar to the freedom that bicycles provided. In the 1890s, a “cycle craze” swept through Europe The carbon footprint of a motorcycle and America. Despite this interest from is 46.4 percent lower than a car’s. Also, women in bicycles and motorcycles, research has shown that using bicycles the outfits available for women were can reduce a person’s transportationrelated emissions by 66 percent, showing uncomfortable and limited. They ranged from flowing gowns that got stuck in that not only are motorcycles and bicycles fun and resourceful, but they are the wheels to skirts with slits behind and continued to evolve with designers also the best option for the environment. finding innovative and clever ways to make dresses comfortable for riding. GAINING FREEDOM BY RIDING S O LV I N G T H E F R E E D O M Women first began to ride motorbikes CHALLENGES in the 1910s, enjoying long-distance journeys and lazy weekend rides. Women The scarcity of clothes for female riders has persisted into the present. Women motorcyclists became increasingly still have to choose between functionality important during World War II. Bessie and mobility or mobility and style. So what Stringfield, an African American better people to make outfits for women motorcyclist who had completed solo cross-country rides across Europe, Brazil, riders than women themselves? It is this challenge that prompted the founders of and Haiti, was part of an army dispatch
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TOMO Clothing, Zoé Aveline and Céline Jeandel, to build a brand that caters to female riders, providing them with comfortable, long-lasting gear that is breathable, durable, and sits right on the female figure, no matter the shape or size. Aveline has always loved riding but had to resort to using her boyfriend’s gear, which was uncomfortable and did not fit at all. Jeandel also loves to ride, and her mode of transportation to work and everyday activities is her trusted bicycle. It’s no wonder that the two women would team up to create a brand that provides women with gear for riding. The TOMO is from the French word moto, the colloquial name for motorcycles in France. Switch the letters around, and you have TOMO. Since 2021, TOMO Clothing has given women the freedom of movement and style without forcing them to choose one or the other. Their collections include breathable T-shirts, protective rain pants, protective bomber jackets, socks with reflective parts, and every other accessory to help women enjoy the freedom that comes with riding.
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Zoezi Sportswear Fuses Bold Design with Unstoppable Energy
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MOVE, SWEAT, SHINE WORDS | ANGELIQUE REDWOOD I M A G E S | Z O E Z I / H E N R Y J O N E S , V O N O W U S U , K AY L A J A M E S What if your workout gear could be just as comfortable as your coziest sweats? And no, it wouldn’t have to do the same designs as an ugly Christmas sweater. You can stay comfy and chic from the gym to a night out on the town by investing in Zoezi Sportswear. Founded by Yvonne Bulimo, Zoezi defines itself as a “fashion-forward lifestyle fitness brand.” In actuality, it’s so much more than that. Zoezi redefines fitness style. Her brand is made by a Black woman for the Black community. Bulimo felt like clothing that fit her physique and style was rare, so she leaned on her Kenyan roots to fill that void.
What happens when fashion and fitness organically intersect? Zoezi Sportswear happens. Founder Yvonne Bulimo “When I was working out in Nairobi, I couldn’t find activewear that sort of spoke to used her health my love of fitness and fashion, and also my body type,” Bulimo highlights. As someone science expertise who’s bounced back and forth between the and entrepreneurial United States and Africa, Bulimo believed it was time to make a change for every prowess to build an community she was part of. “We are a brand that was born from a country that is athleisure brand that known for its athletic capabilities. Zoezi’s put Africa on the map. a Kenyan-born brand, but it’s made in the USA, so I feel like we represent people all over different walks of life.” The Swahili word for exercise, Zoezi, is the best example of athletic clothing styled for nearly any event. Bulimo explains, “You can take Zoezi everywhere, essentially. It’s not just a sportswear brand; we’re a lifestyle brand.”
By playing with color, fabric, texture, and design, Bulimo sets Zoezi apart while keeping a pulse on the growing fashion trends within the African diaspora. For Bulimo, style was a huge factor, but health was just as much of a driver for her to spawn her athleisure brand. Bulimo earned her bachelor’s degree in health science from Howard University before her heart pulled her back to her home country. While based in Kenya, Bulimo first worked in public health administration before deciding entrepreneurship was much more suited to her desires. This career change led to Bulimo hosting the popular Kenyan TV show Tujuane and starring in YouTube’s The Brunch Series. That was only the start of her entrepreneurial journey. Soon, Bulimo felt it was time to marry her fitness interests and health background. With a bit of help from family, Zoezi Sportswear got off the ground. For Bulimo, it was more important than ever to motivate her communities to keep moving, and how better to promote health than making workout gear people want to wear. It’s no secret that we have an obesity epidemic on our hands, primarily in the United States. According to the World Health Organization, approximately 31 percent of adults are overweight in African regions, and 67 percent of adults are obese in the United States. As far back as 1998, the National Library of Medicine published research on how athletic motivation is a fundamental factor in combating our growing weight issues. After experiencing firsthand the struggles of finding motivation and lack-luster workout sessions due to the difficulty of finding athleisure that fit well, Bulimo decided to buckle down and do the research. She collected the best-known fabrics for athletic wear and designed pieces herself. This led to the birth of Zoezi, and Bulimo’s workout struggles slowly subsided.
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“I didn’t see enough people that looked like me,” Haley recalls, emphasizing the scarcity of representation in the Kalamazoo drag community at the time.
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of performing. “I didn’t see enough people that looked like me,” Haley recalls, emphasizing the scarcity of representation in the Kalamazoo drag community at the time. This lack of visibility for Black queens in a city celebrated for its diversity, after relocating to San Francisco created a complicated dynamic that left Haley questioning the inclusivity of spaces claiming to preach progressive values.
Despite these challenges, Haley found a way back into drag after nearly a decade-long break in San Francisco. The decision to return to performing wasn’t solely about personal expression; it was a deliberate act of reclaiming space in a community that hadn’t always made room for Black drag queens in the past. In 2007, Haley’s reentry into the drag scene was marked by winning the The Power of Drag Miss Gay San Francisco pageant, an Drag in the 1990s, particularly for accomplishment that symbolized not performers of color, carried a significant just a personal victory but a broader stigma. Unlike today, when shows like statement on visibility and representation. RuPaul’s Drag Race have brought drag “If there is little to no Black representation into the mainstream, the world Haley entered was far less welcoming. As a Black fighting for our space, I’m going to do it,” Haley asserts, emphasizing the need to drag performer in a predominantly White create space for intersectional identities scene, Haley often encountered barriers in a predominantly White drag scene. that went beyond the usual challenges
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Cooler weather slows our bones, making the thought of dressing for success feel impossible. Thankfully, we all have creative brand strategist Toi Sweeney to guide us through the winter, teaching us how easy it is to tailor our style to the exact person we are this season and every season after.
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Toi Sweeney’s Secrets to Crafting a Personal Brand Through Fashion and Turning Style into your Professional Superpower Most people’s ideas of fashion are red carpet runways and uncomfortable outfits. Rarely do they think of fashion as the basis behind all their first impressions. The absolute coziness of winter can make it even harder to contemplate best fashion practices, yet Toi Sweeney masterfully eases us into the conversation. This winter season, Sweeney’s sharing her fashion secrets with us so that we can create our own definitions of style. By identifying our best traits, Sweeney teaches us how to make our personal brand stand out amidst the masses by mindfully thinking about what we wear. As host of the Well Dressed Brand TV Show and author of Secrets of a Well Dressed Brand, Sweeney is determined to show the world exactly how to “show up and shut it down.” Focused more on personalities than rigid dress codes, Sweeney eagerly ushers in a new professional fashion era with her consulting expertise. For innate fashionista Sweeney, first impressions do more than define your personal brand; they showcase your humanity. “I’ve never not been in fashion. It’s one of those things that I have consciously and subconsciously been doing my entire life,” Sweeney shares when asked how she fell into her current enterprise. With a brilliant grin and bold red lips to match the holiday season, she exudes charisma while reliving her fashion origins.
It all began with a degree in Fashion Business, and with marketing experience in tow, Sweeney quickly rocketed up the fashion ladder. After working through a few retail jobs and rising the ranks in executive leadership, Sweeney fell into the natural role of style director for QVC. Sixteen years of styling in the corporate world led Sweeney to the epiphany that she had all the right tools to help more communities succeed in dressing professionally while staying true to themselves. In a leap of faith, she left QVC to begin her current ventures as a self-made creative brand strategist. Through personal branding services using the How To Fascinate Personality Test, Sweeney can revolutionize your personal style so that you authentically tell your story at first encounter. Using psychology learned through her marketing know-how, Sweeney tailors your stylistic comforts to the colors, shapes, and patterns that best fit your inner personality. “I have somehow, by the grace of God, built a global brand for myself and for my company. So, I’m very excited about that. It gives me great pleasure to be able to help women to see themselves in a new light and understand how they can stand in their power and be able to promote themselves in a way that nobody else is doing, that can’t even be touched.” T HE FA SHI ON I S SUE 20 25
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fashion industry’s past to educate the masses. Brown’s a true fashionpreneur, one who educates, advocates, and celebrates every creative that’s part of the fashion world. Her resume proves that she’s earned her moniker of “The Fashion Connector.” Harnessing her style prowess, Brown ensures fashion stays an inclusive, communal affair. Her website lists a
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for change,” Brown states while describing the root of her work. “With a robust background in styling, PR, and brand development, I’ve become a true connector and innovator within the fashion space.” Based in her hometown of St. Louis, Missouri, Brown has spent years embedded in the culture and community of her neighborhood. Brown began
subscription to Vogue and sketch pads her professional fashion journey after where I would create my own versions of graduating from the Stevens Institute garments and accessories I saw in Vogue.” of Business and Art in St. Louis in 2014. For Brown, it was the most innate “My aunt—may she rest—would give me career path for her to take. “I was about and my cousin odd projects and most of eleven or twelve when I really got into fashion,” Brown explains when asked what them consisted of sewing. I think with any of it, fashion was a way for me to express piqued her fashion interests. “It was a combination of my mom who fostered that myself and find individuality—something I creative spark in me by giving me my own struggled with until my adulthood.”
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How Fashion Became a Tool for Influence in Politics In the world of modern politics, fashion genders is finally being retired. Thank you, Hillary Clinton—with every pantsuit came is not just about appearance; it is about another crack in the glass ceiling. strategy. Politicians who understand the power of fashion use it as a tool It’s easy to showcase women breaking to connect with voters, communicate barriers, but the men are making strides values, and project strength—whether it’s Converse chucks on Air Force One or as well. Take French President Emmanuel Macron, for instance. His take on men’s cargo shorts and hoodies in the Senate, presentation has become a strong means fashion equally exemplifies this shift. Macron has become known for his classic of shaping public perception. Deliberate “French blue” suits—sharp and tailored, yet outfit choices send a direct message to the voters, and many politicians are using paired with open-collared shirts that give him a more relaxed, approachable image. their wardrobes to challenge customary This blend of formality and casualness dress codes and connect with their base signals Macron’s attempt to bridge the on a deeper level. This shift breaks with gap between tradition and the modern tradition and serves as a smart strategy day. His unbuttoned shirt look, showing for navigating politics in the twenty“male cleavage,” breaks away from the first century. From the high-fashion stiffness of traditional politics, showing Democratic National Convention (DNC) that he is a progressive leader open to moments of Vice President Kamala embracing modern ideas. Harris and Former First Lady Michelle Obama to the casual, anti-fashion styles For contrast, try picturing former Vice of Volodymyr Zelensky and John President Mike Pence sporting male Fetterman, fashion is emerging as a cleavage—or anything short of a dark tactful new chapter in the playbook of suit and routine tie. It would go against modern politics. every conservative value Pence upholds. His constituents would riot. Canadian REDEFINING FASHION Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, on the IN POLITICS other hand? Not only would his fan base For decades, political figures adhered to swoon, he’d be wise to take a page or strict dress codes—dark suits and ties for men and conservative, formal dresses two out of Macron’s handbook. for women. However, modern political Macron’s tailored strategy reflects his figures are beginning to defy traditional norms and break away from dated gender broader political message. His wardrobe, a mix of formal and informal, reflects roles, embracing new styles to project individuality and foster a genuine rapport his centrist, progressive identity. The “French blue” suit, often accompanied by with the public. This obsession with unbuttoned shirts, communicates national tying men’s and women’s fashion to their 366
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pride while signaling his commitment to modernizing France. His look is polished enough to convey authority, but the casual touches make him relatable to younger generations who value informality. His willingness to embrace the “anti-suit” aesthetic—while still looking fashionable— sets him apart from traditional politicians and helps shape a dynamic, confident image that embraces change. Pennsylvania Senator John Fetterman’s anti-fashion style contrasts sharply with Macron’s polished look, yet both achieve the same goal of connecting with voters. Fetterman’s casual attire, pairing Carhartt hoodies with cargo shorts, rejects traditional political dress, symbolizing his authenticity and alignment with working-class Americans. This rejection of traditional political attire is a direct reflection of his commitment to representing blue-collar Americans. Fetterman’s wardrobe choices speak volumes about his political identity—he is not an elitist politician but someone who understands the concerns of everyday people. Fetterman’s anti-fashion strategy resonates because it feels authentic. His rugged, casual style sets him apart from polished politicians in Washington and appeals to voters who want a leader who looks and acts like them. His wardrobe mirrors that of Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, whose olive-green military T-shirts and humble attire during the Russian invasion symbolized his unwavering commitment to stand with his people. Zelensky’s lack of formal attire projected strength, solidarity, and resilience, reminding the world that sometimes the absence of fashion can be as powerful a statement as fashion itself. On the other end of the spectrum, Vice President Kamala Harris’s fashion choices and her supporters’ embrace of pop culture icons like Beyoncé demonstrate how fashion can serve as a tool for cultural expression and political symbolism. At the 2024 DNC, many supporters wore clothing that
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