FashionAFRICANA Brings Legendary Fashion Activist Bethann Hardison to The Frick Pittsburgh

When I first heard that FashionAFRICANA was bringing world-renowned model Bethann Hardison in for their new Speakers Series; I was beyond excited!  Ms. Hardison is one of my personal Sheros’ – not only is she a badass on the runway, but she is a fashion activist, and has been advocating for models of color for over 4 decades. She’s also the mother of actor Kadeem Hardison … Continue reading FashionAFRICANA Brings Legendary Fashion Activist Bethann Hardison to The Frick Pittsburgh

CitySTYLE Exclusive – ReFined Culture Presents: “The Compilation”

On Friday, July 31, 2015, ReFined Culture, will produce its first premiere fashion event, “The Compilation.” This style event will combine art, music, and fashion, and feature designs by Katmandu, Three Rivers Vintage, Terry Jolo, Lana Neumeyer, and more. ”The Compilation” will take place at the Renaissance Pittsburgh Hotel, and a portion of the proceeds will benefit The Pittsburgh Center for the Arts Youth Education … Continue reading CitySTYLE Exclusive – ReFined Culture Presents: “The Compilation”

CitySTYLE Celebrates With FashionAFRICANA

Over the weekend, FashionAFRICANA presented its annual global celebration of Design, Dance and Music  at the Carnegie Museums of Pittsburgh. This special evening of fashion, beauty and culture included a runway fashion presentation featuring FashionAFRICANA models and custom designs by Diana Misetic, Gina Mazzotta Millinery, live performances by The Duke Quintet, Anita Levels and Kizomba Feeling Pittsburgh.  The amazing makeup was done by Linda Webster and … Continue reading CitySTYLE Celebrates With FashionAFRICANA

CitySTYLE Hosts Red Carpet at 12th Annual FashionAfricana!

 FashionAfrican, a global celebration of African inspired, art, design and fashion; hosted its 12 annual event at the Pittsburgh Cultural Trust.  CitySTYLE was there interviewing guest and the fabulous artists behind the scenes! Check out Phasionlab’s Blogpost about the fabulous event, from CitySTYLE’s own Kia!  (Click Here)   Continue reading CitySTYLE Hosts Red Carpet at 12th Annual FashionAfricana!