Author Archives: Nikki Billie Jean

Campaign: Nari Palm Juice

Nari Palm Juice is an Africa-inspired lifestyle brand. For thousands of years the sweet sap of the palm was identified as a ‘spiritual’ drink.

Ankara Street Style of The Day: Destiny ‘Ohwawa’ Owusu at New York Fashion Week 2015

Today’s Ankara Street Style of The Day is Destiny ‘Ohwawa’ Owusu at New York Fashion Week 2015. Model, Ohwawa hit up NYFW 2015 in style by wearing clothing from emerging ankara print inspired designers. See her looks below: Ohwawa in Solo Jubin. Ohwawa in Cookie’s Armoire. Ohwawa in MIDGETgiraffe. Ohwawa in JWONYEN.  

Fashion Show: DENT de MAN Spring Summer 2016

Dent de Man‘s classic suits bring tradition and modernity clashing together in daring prints worn by artists, actors and artisans. The Spring/Summer 2016 collection introduces new directions, shapes and silhouettes, with collarless jackets, tuxedo lapels and casual tailored pieces adding new ideas and interest to the freshly curated print selection. The influence comes from the […]

Music Video: OSHUN – Stuck

Femme fatale tandem OSHUN lift their heads above the (not just) knee deep pool of modern r&b to introduce a sound that draws less on the melancholy, often gothic tones we associate with future soul, feeling much closer to dawning of a new Daisy Age. Comprising NYU students Niambi Sala and Thandiwe, the duo has taken to […]

TV Show: Kyemah McEntyre Designs a Dress for Tyra Banks on the FABLife

Since posting a photo of her self-designed, now viral prom dress on Instagram, 18-year-old Kyemah McEntyre has been approached by Indie Arie, Naturi Naughton and other celebrities interested in her sartorial skills.

Interview: DOT.COM w/ OWO on Pinned x Stitched

Take a Listen to the sweet sounds of the artist formally known as OWO as she performs a acoustic version if her song “Lose Yourself”. She also takes the time to answer a few questions about her favorite music artists , fashion inspirations and current topics.