Cassie Baloue was crowned Miss District of Columbia USA 2023, and Asia Chisley was crowned Miss District of Columbia Teen USA on Saturday, April 15, 2023.
Read MoreThe Women’s Entrepreneurship Initiative (WEI) introduced members of its Spring 2023 cohort of entrepreneurs – marking the sixth cohort since its inception. Carrie Hadley was 1 of 15 selected.
Read MoreNeiman Marcus provided a platform to respect history, promote black voices in fashion, and give back to the communities where we live and work in observance of Black History Month. This is a summary of three remarkable events that occurred this month in various NM stores:
Dr. Harry Robinson Jr., President and CEO of the Dallas African American Museum, offered a historical history of the creation of Black History Month and concrete ways we may recognize and celebrate in the community. The event was hosted by Keith R. Harley, Jr. of NM NorthPark.
NM Atlanta hosted The Designer Collective for Black History Month Panel Discussion, moderated by Dr. Courtney A. Hammonds, The Dean of Fashion, and featured special guests like LT Dickens and Casey J Benard. NM Lenox Square also displayed art curated by Dr. Dionne L. Boyd and provided a platform to encourage open discussions regarding the impact of Black History on fashion.
“The Designer Collective for Black History Month platform at NM Atlanta was monumental. The event provided a unique opportunity for up-and-coming and seasoned designers to accelerate their growth at Neiman Marcus Atlanta and across the fashion industry. Looking forward to seeing how NM and other luxury brands continue to amplify black creatives one garment at a time!, stated Dr. Courtney A. Hammonds.
The NMG Black Associate Community Network (ACN) collaborated with BGCA Dallas and NRF Collegiate Steps Students as volunteers to provide guidance on selecting the best courses of study.
Pictures are courtesy of Nykieria Chaney.
Carrie Hadley, Perfumer and owner of INDIEHOUSE Fragrances, stopped by Fox5 Atlanta to give the television anchors and the viewers an inside look at what it takes to make personalized perfumes.
Read MoreThis was the scene of the official opening of INDIEHOUSE modern fragrances, a new boutique on Howell Mill road and 2nd location opening for Owner, Carrie Hadley, a world-renown perfumer. Her 1st store is located in Alpharetta, GA.
Read MoreINDIEHOUSE modern fragrances is officially opening its 2ND location in Atlanta, GA. INDIEHOUSE is an “interactive” fragrance boutique with a custom mixing bar, DIY workshops, and Niche & Artist Fragrance Brands from around the world. Currently they have over 50 brands. They sell Niche Imported Perfumes and Cologne brands from around the world that all adhere to the EU/IFRA standard for clean ingredients.
Read MoreFashion Group International of Atlanta (FGIATL) announced that Raquel Riley Thomas has been named as Public Relations Chair. Mrs Thomas’ appointment to FGIATL Executive Board will commence in early October 2022.
Read MoreThe Emmys 2022 were a night of fabulous speeches and glamourous fashion. Raquel Riley Thomas, Beauty and Fashion Expert, recapped her favorite moments on the red carpet on Fox5 Good Day Atlanta.
Read MoreMaria Raquel Thomas, a cosmetic brand owner and Junior at Walton High School, is the National Youth Ambassador for StandUp for Kids. StandUp for Kids is a non-profit that focuses on combatting youth homelessness. Recently, Maria, her friends and family came together to work on a project called “Birthday in a Bag.”
Read MoreWe are excited to share with you the cover of the July 2022 edition of La Dolce magazine. The International magazine headquartered in Spain, features army veteran Raquel Riley Thomas, founder of Raquel Riley Thomas Beauty and her 16-year-old daughter Maria Raquel Thomas, founder of Maria Raquel Thomas cosmetics. The duo recently collaborated on a new makeup collection r ^2. This is an historical cover. This is the first time the magazine has featured an African American mother and daughter on the cover simultaneously.
Read MoreRaquel Riley Thomas, founder of Raquel Riley Thomas Beauty and her daughter, Maria Raquel Thomas, founder of Maria Raquel Thomas Cosmetics, have launched a new makeup collection together. The R² collection is a blend of retro-futuristic colors that represent the diversity in all of us.
Read MoreFaith Porter was crowned Miss District of Columbia USA 2022, and Asia Hickman was crowned Miss District of Columbia Teen USA on Saturday, June 4, 2022 at Renaissance Washington DC Downtown Hotel. The pageant was produced by Brains and Beauties, LLC.
Read MoreMiss District of Columbia USA and Teen USA under new leadership. 2022 Pageant to be held in June.
Read MoreRaquel Riley Thomas Beauty has partnered with Miss DC USA as an official cosmetic brand sponsor. The cosmetic company will provide makeup products to the 2022 winner of Miss DC USA at the upcoming pageant being held June 3-4, 2022, in Washington, DC.
Read MoreRaquel Riley Thomas, a former Army Officer turned Entrepreneur has been named as a 2022 Consumer Goods Technology (CGT) Visionary for 2022. Raquel, alongside 11 other executives, were selected for this year’s prestigious list.
Read More15-Year-Old Founder of Cosmetic Brand Partners with Miss DC Teen USA.
Read MoreAn Officer and Gentlewoman, LLC has been selected for the 2022 Best of Clinton Award in the Theatrical Production category by the Clinton Award Program.
Read MoreAn Officer and Gentlewoman LLC, a Veteran-owned media and entertainment company, is the new Chief Consulting Officer for Miss DC USA/Miss Teen DC USA, a franchise within the Miss USA pageant organization.
Read MoreEmani Hill, a legal assistant in Atlanta Georgia has wed her high school sweetheart, Seattle Mariners outfielder, Taylor Trammell. The wedding was held on Saturday, Jan 8, 2022, at 6:00pm at the Biltmore Ballroom in Downtown, Atlanta. Celebrity Wedding, Planner Eliana Boucicault, oversaw the nuptials.
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