Monday, January 4, 2021
Pssst! Here's 13 Black-Owned Fashion Shops to Support on Etsy - Like, ASAP!
It's no surprise that over the past few years, Etsy has grown to become a one-stop shop for many of us looking to support smaller, independent brands and businesses. And with sustainable fashion being such a priority to today's buyers - myself included - it's no wonder that Etsy continues to surpass other comparable marketplaces when it comes to showcasing global talent, particularly in the area of fashion.
With products ranging from handmade, delicate jewelry from sellers in Brazil to intricately woven garments from your favorite Brooklyn-based designers, Etsy offers a one-of-a-kind shopping experience for those looking for uniquely designed and crafted goods they more than likely won't be able to find anywhere else in the world. However, with Etsy being such a massive marketplace, it's also pretty easy to get lost in the sauce. So, we've done the research for you and are rounding up our favorite Black-owned fashion shops you need to support - like, ASAP!
Related: I Bought This Etsy Tie-Dye Sweatshirt With 5-Star Reviews and Can Confirm It's 100% Worth It
Rihanna Started Off 2021 in a Metallic Bikini and Heels Designed By Boyfriend A$AP Rocky
Rihanna started the new year strong in a metallic swimsuit and lace-up heels. In her native Barbados, the singer posted a photo of herself posing by a pool wearing the sultry outfit. She captioned the photo, "new year's resolution: apply the pressure." If she was talking about applying the pressure in looking fierce, she most certainly won that battle. ICYMI: it also seems like the singer and A$AP Rocky are indeed a couple, as they were spotted holding hands during the holidays.
As for her outfit, Rihanna styled her edgy mullet with a metallic bikini top and matching skirt covered in glitter. She pulled up her skirt on one side to show off a pair of lace-up gladiator heels by Amina Muaddi that were equally as breathtaking. Both Rihanna and A$AP Rocky have teamed up with the footwear designer for collaborations. In fact, Rihanna's heels happen to be from A$AP's AWGE collection with Amina! We love that Rih is supporting her man. Keep reading to see Rihanna putting her stylish foot forward in 2021. Then, shop her exact heels, as well as similar styles.
Sunday, January 3, 2021
Gwen Stefani's "Let Me Reintroduce Myself" Video Style Takes a Trip Down Memory Lane
Are you ready to revisit every era of Gwen Stefani? On Jan. 1, the singer released her "Let Me Reintroduce Myself" music video, which doubles as a blast from the past. There's no shortage of iconic looks where Gwen is concerned.
The video starts with a modern-day Gwen decked out in plaid and studded leather, but her alter egos are quick to claim the spotlight. Her outfits range from the No Doubt days of "Just a Girl" and "Don't Speak" to the outfit she wore on the day she got engaged to Blake Shelton. Of course, her sparkling ring made an appearance. Like her song lyrics go, Gwen isn't just the "records on your shelf" - she's proud to be her original self. That's a motto we can definitely carry through 2021. Check out her outfits, ahead.
Saturday, January 2, 2021
Harry Styles and Phoebe Waller-Bridge Set the Tone For 2021 in Sparkling Gucci Vests
There's surely no better way to ring in the new year than with a Harry Styles and Phoebe Waller-Bridge collaboration; even better when they're both decked out in custom Gucci. On Jan. 1, Harry dropped the "Treat People With Kindness" music video and surprised fans with the Fleabag actress's cameo. This is the duo we deserve after a hellish 2020!
Harry often opts for Gucci in his performances and magazine shoots. In "Treat People With Kindness," he kicked things off wearing a custom Gucci silver rhinestone-embellished cropped jacket with crystal trim over a white floral silk jacquard shirt with rhinestones. He completed the look with white wool twill wide-leg flared trousers, a black grosgrain bowtie covered in silver Swarovski crystals, a white silk satin cummberbund, and, of course, a cream and multicolor argyle V-neck vest with sequins to match Phoebe.
The actress perfectly complemented Harry's outfit with her own custom Gucci cream lapel suit over a white embroidered puff sleeve shirt with sequin cuff detail. Naturally, they were both in Freed of London dance shoes for their epic choreography. Is it too early to be taking notes for our next New Year's Eve ensemble? We can't help it if the outfit inspiration strikes on the first day of the year.
Get a closer look at Phoebe and Harry's Gucci outfits, below.