VANGUARDS
Van·guard
/vanˌɡärd/
noun
a person or group of people leading the way in new developments or ideas.
We love to interview “Vanguards”, which are true visionaries and cultural influencers who are creating a positive impact in the fashion, beauty and/or the sustainable lifestyle industry. Through our conversations, we shed light on dynamic and driven ‘shakers & doers’ from around the globe who are creating an authentic platform for change.
SUSTAINABLE FASHION
Fashion Vanguard Directory:
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- Addie Benson - Old World New
- Anitra Michelle - Plutocracy
- Aziza Nicole - Aziza
- Chantale & Chrystalrae - Chan + Krys
- Chelsea Bravo - Chelsea Bravo
- Christi Johnson - Mixed Color
- Jasmine Aarons - VOZ
- Jeannine Cavallo - J. Cavallo
- Maisha Samiha - Nokishi Crafts
- Marisol Catchings - Azteca Negra
- Maxim Thuriere - Enbois
- Nathalie Farfan - Botanika
- Paige Dawkins - LunaSoul
- Renata DeStefano - Mwayi
- Sarah Holley Gonzales - Neo Thread
Shade Akanbi - Printed Pattern People
- Shobha Phillips - Proclaim
- Susana Colina - Susana Colina
- Tabitha St. Bernard - Tabii Just
- Tamara Leacock - Remuse
- Tania Arrayales - Style Lend
- Tereneh Mosely - Idia'Dega
- Terina Nicole - The Creative's Container
GREEN BEAUTY & LIFESTYLE
Beauty & Wellness Vanguard Directory:
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- Abena Boamah - Hanahana Beauty
- Ahlam Abbas - The Dirty Lamb
- Angela Richardson - PUR Home
- Annya White - NaturalAnnie Essentials
- Arlean Gillin - Nina's Bowl of Sugar
- Barbara Jacques - Jacq's Organics
- Beatrice Dixon - The Honey Pot
- Cindy Luquin - Green Vanilla Bean
- Crystal Jones - Healing With Crystal
- Crystal McCreary - Crystal McCreary Yoga
- Dana Jackson - Beneath Your Mask
- Darian Cook - 12th & Viv
- Dawn Fitch - Pooka Pure & Simple
- Dominique Alston- Ihunaanya
- Ericka Rodriguez - Axiology
- Holly McWhorter- Plant Apothecary
- Ibi Meier Oruitemeka - Afro Hair & Skin Co.
- Lydia Diaz - WEBA
- Keisha Cook - G.B.F.U.
- Kendy Sencée - Antonin .B
- Kristy Alexander - Apple Rose Beauty
- Maia Singletary - Astrida Naturals
- Megan Johnson - Coco Conscious
- Meli Gutierrez - Brown Bunny Meli
- Michael Estrada - Brown Environmentalist
- Michelle Ranavat - Ranavat
- Naa-Sakle Akuete- Eu'Genia Shea
- Nya Kam - Love Notes
- Jasmine Rose - Laws of Nature Cosmetics
- Jennifer Sterling - The Black Girl Healing Project
- Leslie Carrington - HolistiCitiLyfe
- Makeba Lloyd - Butter By Keba
- Robin Turner - Violet Botanical Skincare
- Savannah Bundy - Dimple + Dot
- Sonja Crandon - SK Essentials
- Stevonne Ratliff - Beija-Flor Naturals
- Taiann Eiland - PurpL Goat
- Timothy Simmons - NATIVSK/N
- Tracy Riggs - Bye Bye Parabens
- Trinity Wofford- GOLDE Turmeric
NOTE:
As we grow, we will continue to add information and opportunities for the community! MelaninASS will become a database of influencers and resources to help push the sustainable style community forward!