The fashion industry is more than just about clothes- it's about perspective, point of view and the expression of a person's personal aesthetic. It's a beautiful thing when a designer, who started local, continues to contribute their talents to empower their local community. Kenzlie Smith, designer is a Charlotte based designer of Emerald & Onyx. Her eye for color and whimsical flair are always a crowd pleaser and we are so excited to showcase her youthful and creative women'

Strong. It's a virtue we all hope to have: to be strong people, to have strong families to make strong differences in the world. Designer, Dessaka Lockhart, creator of Silk Falsetto, will showcase her current collection of strength and beauty for the Charlotte community to see! Her collection's name is More Than Conquerors. It's dedicated to the constant BATTLES we go through in life! Orginally from Pageland, SC, she has lived in North Carolina for 10 years and has showcased

Thelma Caraway. The name sounds like a vintage HollyWood Heroine and though she may have decades of designer experience under her belt, Mrs. Carraway's aesthetics are anything but old. Bold. Beautiful. Effervescent. These are the words that come to mind when you behold the details of each of her original masterpieces! From NY Models to Paris fashions, Thelma Carroway has dressed some amazing personalities, including Charlotte's own Carmen Webber, of Project Runway, and Courtn

Every man should feel comfortable in his own skin — and wardrobe. Though the fashion market seems to cater to the feminine persuasion, there is no doubt an emerging increase of consciousness for men's style and fashion that has been cultivated over the last decade. In our state of North Carolina, Mr. Unique Senario, located in Greensboro, NC, has taken the challenge of mixing much needed (and desired) men's ware design and mixed his own asethetic perspective on the classic su

The modeling industry is an intriguing world, for sure. Only a select few get the opportunity to walk through those doors and though there are thousands of interested individuals desiring to make their dreams into careers, the reality is difficult- especially if you don't have proper guidance or direction. Thats why we are so excited to have Katrina Chief and Franklin Terry on board! Both have experienced great success in their careers, and have joined the FBB team for the se

Exceptional quality with rich and sultry color pallets... that's the beauty of Brahmin! With so many luxury purses made overseas these days, it's exciting to know that such an innovative and creative company produces unique style right in our own backyard! Headquartered out of Fairhaven, Massachusetts, Brahmin opened a retail store in SouthPark Mall in Charlotte, NC in Fall 2015. The demand has increasingly grown ever since. Worn by celebrities and the working girl, alike, Br

It's not every day you come across a company who is just as passionate in supporting the community as they are in the community supporting them. The Loop Magazine, one of Charlotte's hottest Fashion Magazines, has covered the best of the best when it comes to style, art and entertainment finds in the city! Formed to attract, project, and acknowledge the creative minds of their viewers, The Loop Mag aims to satisfy readers who expect the farthest from daily reality. Streaming