SMILEY VEGAN ESSENTIALS WAS FOUNDED IN 2020 AS A LATIN-BLACK OWNED BUSINESS WITH A FOCUS ON VEGAN, HANDCRAFTED SELF-CARE PRODUCTS. WHAT INSPIRED YOU TO START THE BRAND, AND WHAT PERSONAL EXPERIENCES SHAPED ITS MISSION? What inspired me to create the brand was the over use of chemicals in the beauty industry, I wanted to create products that are less harmful to our skin tissues and mental health. The personal experience that shaped that mission is my unique balance of being both a clinical...

Stylist. Creative. Leader. Berry the Fashionizer is more than a name she’s a movement. From the runway to the classroom, from styling celebrities to mentoring the next generation, her mission is clear: inspire, elevate, and leave a lasting impact. Does your outfit today reflect the energy and message I want to project? Yes, clothing is a visual shorthand for my brand, confidence and respect for the audience. How can you use fashion as a tool to inspire others rather than just look good? By...

From bridal glam to bold editorial masterpieces, Chavoynne Artistry is more than makeup, it's a movement built on confidence, authenticity, and artistic excellence. We sat down with New Jersey's powerhouse makeup artist, Chavoynne, to talk about her journey, her artistry, and the legacy she's building for the next generation. YOUR WORK CONSISTENTLY ENHANCES NATURAL BEAUTY WHILE EMBRACING BOLD CREATIVITY. HOW WOULD YOU DESCRIBE THE ARTISTIC IDENTITY BEHIND CHAVOYNNE ARTISTRY? Honestly At the...