Fashion Friday (Pandemic Check-In): Dupreé Armon

We have decided to update you all on what is going on in the local fashion world with Fashion Friday (Pandemic Check-In). Checking in with a few creatives, businesses, owners, and more. See how today’s social climate is pulling at the Faces of Fashion.

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Dupreé Armon

Photo by Fashion Friday (Pandemic Check-In): Dupreé Armon

Website: www.iqualityphotos.com (@Dupreearmon )

Expertise: Photographer | Graphic Designer

What do you think is next for Fashion Industry due to the current world events; 5G, COVID 19 and/or Black lives Matter Movement?

In today’s world of havoc and change, I truly think this next wave in upcoming fashion will be inclusive and monumental for most. I see fashion trends having more of a conceptual outlook rather than just making it cute and stylish. I see fashion stylist and designers being more in-tuned in what and why they may choose a type of fashion/ style to create.

What does Sustainable Fashion mean to you?

For fashion to be sustainable, the LOOK has to create a story. I tell people try to envision style as if it’s a piece of art. Anything that has longevity is the result of attaining sustainability. Being able to tell stories through wardrobe is one way of knowing you’re on the road to having sustainable style and fashion.

How are you affected by these current events; Fashion, business, or lifestyle?

My perspective on fashion/ style has changed multiple times due to how much free time I’ve had on my hands since this whole global pandemic frenzy. I find myself being more creative with the choices I make in fashion and allow myself to venture into places I never really experienced before.

PaperStacks - Greedy

Before I say my part, let’s hear about this week’s highlighted artist.

“– Known as the Hi-C man and coining the term “bird”, rapper PaperStacks brought the nostalgic feels back, while putting himself straight into his latest album “Greedy”, which is now available on all streaming platforms. The concept of Greedy was established earlier on, so he was able to focus on creating different avenues to express what it means to be Greedy. For PaperStacks, Greedy is something that he's always been. This album represents PaperStacks hunger for success and his love of food, which can be seen on his cover art. Greedy is an album that encourages listeners to hone into their greediness and go for what they want and deserve, whether that’s money, clothing, love or anything in between.”

Ok, Paperstacks! First of all, love the creative cover art. Creative cover art can really market the product by itself. Well, let’s get into the music. Let’s talk about a couple of these songs.

Greedy: “Give me more, I need more b*tch!” That’s all you need to know. He’s letting y’all know that he’s greedy. The cup never runneth over. It’s def a song that you jig a little to and just feel him talking his sh*t. 

Augustus Gloop: Most of the song is him talkin’ his sh*t about being a bigger dude and still getting love from everybody. What I find interesting is that his size is referenced a lot and he’s not scared to talk about it. There’s no reason to point out the obvious because if it’s not obvious from what he’s saying then you just aren’t listening. I also think there’s power in that. Nobody can use anything against you that you’re comfortable with. Five stars for body positivity. Period.

Check him outtttttttt, PaperStacks for the win! Stream American Rebel neow.

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Listen to Greedy on Spotify. PaperStacks · Album · 2020 · 11 songs.

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Fashion Friday (Pandemic Check-In): Roberta Edwards

We have decided to update you all on what is going on in the local fashion world with Fashion Friday (Pandemic Check-In). Checking in with a few creatives, businesses, owners, and more. See how today’s social climate is pulling at the Faces of Fashion.

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Roberta Edwards

Clothes by: @jessrightstyle
Shot by: @l.nicolephotography

Businesses: Bombkouture (Women’s online Boutique) ( @Bombshellberda )

Expertise: Owner/CEO of Bombkouture, Fashion Event Coordinator, Model Coach, Multi-Published Model

What do you think is next for Fashion Industry due to the current world events; 5G, COVID 19 and/or Black lives Matter Movement?

I believe the NEXT for the fashion industry is already starting to happen. Designers creating outfits with matching mask. Jumbo turtle necks extended to cover your face. This is becoming the new Normal. More urban creations to support the black audience even top designers that never intended for black people to wear their brand and starting to put more black celebrities as their brand ambassadors so they are the face.

What does Sustainable Fashion mean to you?

Sustainable Fashion to me means that in order for the fashion industry to not go dead, Then we must adapt to our environment. The industry always has been a chameleon, as times have changed so has fashion.  The Black Lives Matter movement, COVID-19 does nothing but help the industry with people who aren’t able to be verbal and explain how they feel towards blacks, buying from them supporting our business is their way of community.

How are you affected by these current events; Fashion, business, or lifestyle?

Not just myself, but collectively as a whole, all Black people especially those in the industry have been affected by this.  We are now in the forefront and are now being seen. America is made off the black dollar and in order to return that now the support for us to be happy is present more than ever. More people appear to stand behind black people. And will find whatever way to support so they are not attacked by us.

In addition, we as black people need to stand strong and remain firm, and not mistakenly take the support of other races of them caring. It easily can be reversed psychology to get us back to where we were so they won’t lose business

CP Looney - “American Rebel”

This week in music, we have an out of townerrrrrr. Where out of town? Texas. Where in Texas? Austin. OK, ok, we see youuu! Here’s a little about CP: “Austin, TX born and raised, CP Loony is a real Hip Hop Artist putting Austin on the Map. 2017 he decided to put his all into his music. Since then, he’s rocked some of Austin's most prominent stages, sharing the spotlight with the likes of Currency, Cam'ron and Rich Homie

Quan. Loony caught the eyes and ears of Austin writers and tastemakers when his 2018 single, "Thru it All" hit the airwaves on Austin's KUTX (The Breaks). The Austin Chronicle caught wind and recognized the song and named it a top 10 record of 2018. 2019 and 2020 was another year of growth as he was named an Official SXSW artist for the first & second time.”

He is already on the radiooooo, watch out now! Today, we are going to focus on a couple songs from his latest project American Rebel. “The album is based on how I feel about being a black man in America and all the stereotypes we face,” said CP Loony. “Not trying to fall in the trap and carving my own path despite the

statistics they put on our lives, overcoming many obstacles and learning how to turn my losses into valuable lessons.” That’s what life’s all about, right? Turning losses into valuable lessons. Alright, let’s get to the music. 

Introvert: First of all, fire. This is definitely a song I can hear myself listening to on a regular day. He’s essentially talking about him just being more to himself because he knows these dudes out here don’t be real. He sticks to the code and just stacks. That’s all there is to it.

American Rebel: This song is the ode to being yourself no matter what. Labels are so easy to give someone but watch who and how you’re labeling people. Just because someone sees you in a certain light doesn’t mean that you’re exactly what they say you are. That decision is up to you. I think something interesting here is that the song is titled American Rebel and he’s apart of the population in this country that is often misrepresented and mislabeled as violent and thug-ish. He’s a Black man. But here, he’s telling us that he’s more than just the labels society gives him.

You don’t have to take my word for it, go listen for yourself. Be yourself, don’t be a follower. What do I know? What do you know? You think you’d be a better judge? I dare you to go listen, how ‘bout dat. Go check out the out of towner from AUSTIN, TEXAS. I don’t know why i felt like that needed to be in caps but I think it gets the dramatic effect across much easier.

ANYWHO----IMPORTANT STUFF BELOW:

American Rebel is available on all streaming platforms.

Instagram: @CPLoonyig | Facebook: CP Loony.

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Listen to American Rebel on Spotify. CP Loony · Single · 2020 · 1 songs.

Fashion Friday (Pandemic Check-In): Jeffrey McAlister Jr.

We have decided to update you all on what is going on in the local fashion world with Fashion Friday (Pandemic Check-In). Checking in with a few creatives, businesses, owners, and more. See how today’s social climate is pulling at the Faces of Fashion.

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Jeffrey McAlister Jr.

Businesses: FashionSense https://www.facebook.com/FashionSenseInc ( @jmacjr03 )

Expertise: Stylist, Branding consultant, Model, and Fashion show producer.

What do you think is next for Fashion Industry due to the current world events; 5G, COVID 19 and/or Black lives Matter Movement?

Let’s face it, fashion has a diversity problem. We know this, and plenty of people in the industry have been tackling it. Unfortunately, amid all this activity, the actual issue of racism has often been danced around. We have seen calls for brands to answer for their wrongdoings. down. Once the dust settles, what will the industry do to move forward? I think now more, real sincere efforts will be made to create meaningful relationships with groups serving these communities. Work with more Black creatives.

What does Sustainable Fashion mean to you?

Sustainable fashion to me is the new movement in the industry with brands moving towards more eco-friendly ways to produce clothing and being more socially conscious. For example, one of my new favorite brands that I follow, Official Rebrand that is based in New York. Official Rebrand “feels strongly about making clothing that rejects societal norms and provides a freedom of expression for whoever decides to wear them.” 

How are you affected by these current events; Fashion, business, or lifestyle?

The madness that we have been thrown into over the past few months, especially the pandemic early on, really made settle down and look at my styling brand and business honestly, and come up with new ideas to enhance it and stay relevant. The racial uprising that finally came to head as well during the time, motivated me, even more, to make this the most successful business as I can. It forced me to start filling in the gaps I knew was always there but never took time out to address them.

Fashion Friday (Pandemic Check-In): Rachel Vasquez

We have decided to update you all on what is going on in the local fashion world with Fashion Friday (Pandemic Check-In). Checking in with a few creatives, businesses, owners, and more. See how today’s social climate is pulling at the Faces of Fashion.

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Rachel Vasquez 

Photo by Dupreé Armon

Businesses: Rachel V cosmetics ( Vasquez Collection) @sheekallure @vasquez.printingco 

Expertise: Fashion creative, Motivational speaker, and Skincare & Beauty

What do you think is next for Fashion Industry due to the current world events; 5G, COVID 19 and/or Black lives Matter Movement?

The fashion industry will be impacted by all the different things going on in the world but still fashion repeats no matter what. Everywhere we go we see BLM shirts, hats , mask, and so much more to represent our people. I think this will definitely start to build change especially in the fashion world. Owning a online boutique I’m always shopping for what’s new with my vendors. You wouldn’t believe how many black girl magic dresses they have available to order. I can’t even start to count the different BLM shirts they have available for me to order. Now remember most of the vendors are in California or China, we all know they are not black and half the models on the site wearing these items are not black! That right there shows you fashion has been impacted. Consumers are demanding to be seen, they want change and respect. Black people are the trends that the world has no choice but to follow. We create the cycles of fashion. Crazy thing is we don’t even know because putting clothes together feels so natural for us. To answer your question we are next,  the time to show and prove for black designers, artists, creatives, black own boutique is now! 

What does Sustainable Fashion mean to you?

Sustainable fashion for me is being able to take old items like denim and bring them back to life. Give them a new purpose and serve a new look.

How are you affected by these current events; Fashion, business, or lifestyle?

Honestly let me thank God for a moment because during this time the growth is my cosmetic has been a blessing. I’m not a millionaire but I have been able to survive during this crazy time. My husband and I have still been rolling in printing business and I even relaunch my online boutique Sheek Allure. Although everyone is wearing chill sets I believe it will have a consistent customer base soon.  My life style has changed a lot. I’m actually getting more comfortable with just being at home. Before all this crazy stuff I never even had time to breathe , with school , businesses, work , kids, and husband yeah COVID has giving me the ability to reclaim my peace. Although I hate COVID I do feel like it has put me in a place to just be thankful for each moment.

Carrie's Coutdown: Episode 1 (Sponsored by Giffted Clothing)

What's up CopyWrite fam! It's ya girl Carrie (AKA Noni Juice) and I present to you my brand new show: Carrie's Countdown. Now y'all know I'm always down to c...

What’s up CopyWrite fam! It’s ya girl Carrie (AKA Noni Juice) and I present to you my brand new show: Carrie’s Countdown. Now y’all know I’m always down to create opportunities for people to showcase their work, especially in a fun way. Growing up, 106&Park had always been a show I looked forward to watching to see all the hottest new videos, and Milwaukee has a lot of dope videos too. But it’s time to see who really dominates the city. Check out the first episode to see who made the Top 5!

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Meet the NEW 2020 Summer Intern, Adrienne Davis

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Adrienne Davis is a graduating senior from Milwaukee Area Technical College. Majoring as a digital media student inside of Milwaukee PBS, this social introvert has a passion for journalism, culture, and creativity. Her goals are to fully immerse into her journalism skills, while still representing for the culture. Very free-spirited and sometimes unfiltered, she’s ready to show the city what she’s made of.

This summer she will be working on projects that navigate culture & social views. Reach out to have her cover your next press conference!

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