Original Art, T-Shirts & More !!! #TestUpMKE [a creative campaign] w/ CopyWrite Magazine

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“LET ME GET UHHH COVID TEST & A LARGE COKE.” - is just one of the culturally triggered lines in the verbiage and design for #TestUpMKE [ a creative campaign], that you have seen circulating. The original art created by MKE notable artist Vedale Hill, was created and curated to capture the “urban” community of MKE which includes Black & Brown people and the systemically disenfranchised.

The designs play on the identity and cultural cues that are imbedded into our everyday lives and our nostalgia. Whether that be the 90’s Solo cup colorway, the gas station/take out food “Thank You” bag or the gold ornamented grill of a Black Male icon. It’s there. It’s for us. It’s by US [no FUBU tho.]

As COVID-19 continues to dominate our lives we want to make sure that the knowledge that can help save our community is communicated through methods we already respect & dabble in: ART, FASHION, COMMUNITY & CULTURE.

[Want to learn more about Covid-19 Testing? Visit https://www.testupmke.com/ ]

Like these #TestUpMKE campaign T-shirts? Well you can be #SociallyResponsibe and fly by Pre-ordering your favorite design on our online store.

/CW

SNEEX "new" Blog Page is now Powered by CopyWrite Magazine!!! [https://www.sneex3rdward.com/blog-1 ]

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ALL THINGS URBAN LIVE HERE!

Last year CopyWrite Magazine and Sneex shoe boutique, announced our partnership. Collaborating to do Sneex Sofa Sessions, “A free forum that highlights individuals dominating in creative spaces”, we noticed common interest, cultural understanding and authentic appreciation for “Urban” lifestyle. In an effort to continue a great partnership, we are excited to announce Sneex “new” blog page, powered by CopyWrite Magazine.

https://www.sneex3rdward.com/blog-1

Not only will this blog page include Sneex & /CW collaborations, it will also feature other creative content, like fashion, community, and culture!

So check the website. Explore the content, shop the hottest sneaker drops, and as always. . .

#SupportTheLocal

/CW [From the desk of /CW Editor-in-Chief, Lexi S. Brunson]








Fashion Friday: Sneex Sofa Sessions w/ Rachel Muscat (General Manager of Pharrell's HU) Recap

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Where were you last Friday night?

If you’re in the loop you were at Sneex (in Milwaukee’s Third Ward) for their new conversation series SNEEX SOFA SESSIONS.

This moderated style convo session featured Rachel Muscat, General Manager of Pharrell’s Human Race, and past Global Director of Collaborations for Adidas.

As Rachel answered questions about life on the go, collaborating with Kanye and Pharrell, working as women in the corporate world and so much more, we got insight on how the sneaker world really works.

She was humble and inspiring with the stories she shared; including the small quirks that have helped her become someone who has soared in the industry. Starting her first gig interning at a church, she has leveled up becoming apart of some of the most iconic branding we have seen in the last decade. She assured the audience that even the smallest starts can become the catalyst for your next move, making all and any experience relevant. 

One thing that stood out to us was the story about her hanging out with her sisters who started a streetwear line in Australia (where she is from). She notes those moments as influential in her life. She had not realized it then, but they had been teaching her merchandising by taking her to the stores, talking about trends, color waves and the like. I believe they stirred her in the right direction. [Clearly, we are talking about her now].

Of course, there was a lot of talk about working for Adidas, Kanye and Pharell but its the reality that lives behind the glamour that we would like to share. Everyone wants the job but doesn't really understand the types of sacrifices that come with it. For instants, traveling is one of the difficulties she has had to deal with. Being away from family and friends comes with the territory. She mentioned being lucky to have a boyfriend who also has to travel a lot someone, respects her lifestyle and job, so they meet up in between work in different cities to hang out and go on dates to keep the spark together. [For the love of sneaker life! Geeezzzzzz!]. But it works for her!

She also talked self-care, “meditating”, and having a self-check (if your acting like your good that’s what everybody will think your good) because its the only way to really do your best at whatever you are passionate about. “Being your authentic self!”

Quotes we loved:

“Do you know why women rule the world? Because they can just stop having babies.” 

“Everyone is different. The table should represent that diversity.”

“Say things with confidence!” [Advise she gave about handling being the only women in male-dominated environments.”

We usually talk about fashion as something you can see, but Rachel Muscat also reminded us that its something you experience. We won’t share all the details because some times you just have to be in the room to get the goods.

See you at the next Sneex Sofa Session!

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Fashion Friday - 4waukee Fashion show

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The 4waukee Fashion show, sponsored by TAPN! This was a one of a kind event. A Fashion show and Concert all in one. Radaya was the genius behind it all. Cultivating the city through artistic talents. After the show, I sat with a few individuals for their perspective of the event and I would like to say; the love was REAL.

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“The event was well put together. I really enjoyed the essence of the fashion line up. FROM African Prints to naturally loving yourself, to urban wear. It just made so much sense.”

“I loved the line up of music and fashion. It wasn’t like a concert while the models walked. Everyone got the s$)t off. It was music performance and Fashion Show following after throughout the event.”

“Mannnnnnn Radaya and her team did their thang tonight. The host was killing, loved and performance, and the Fashion was poppin. We need more events like this.”

I believe this event was amazing and the folks I talked to loved the event and stayed after during the mix and mingle. Great job and Radaya has more up her sleeve. 

/Vato

COPYWRITE MAGAZINE ISSUE 14: FASHION & STYLE *OFFICIAL DROP*

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Sometimes you just have to drop a magazine like…

DROP!!!!

Check out our long awaited Fashion & Style Issue (Issue 14).

Interviews w/ Vee Adams, Von Alexander, Basia Rose, Spaidez, Chill Sweats, our Ex Fabula Features & more.

/CW