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Who: Robyn Rihanna Fenty
When: 2017
Why: Rihanna was inspired to create Fenty Beauty after years of experimenting with the best-of-the-best in beauty—and still seeing a void in the industry for products that performed across all skin types and tones. She launched a makeup line “so that people everywhere would be included,” focusing on a wide range of traditionally hard-to-match skin tones, creating formulas that work for all skin types, and pinpointing universal shades.
Fenty Beauty products are designed to feel lightweight, even as they deliver buildable coverage that effortlessly layers, to ultimately “make skin look like skin.” Most importantly, Rihanna creates makeup to inspire: “Makeup is there for you to have fun with,” she says. “It should never feel like pressure. It should never feel like a uniform. Feel free to take chances, and take risks, and dare to do something new or different.”
Where: PARIS, Ile de France
When: 2017
Why: Rihanna was inspired to create Fenty Beauty after years of experimenting with the best-of-the-best in beauty—and still seeing a void in the industry for products that performed across all skin types and tones. She launched a makeup line “so that people everywhere would be included,” focusing on a wide range of traditionally hard-to-match skin tones, creating formulas that work for all skin types, and pinpointing universal shades.
Fenty Beauty products are designed to feel lightweight, even as they deliver buildable coverage that effortlessly layers, to ultimately “make skin look like skin.” Most importantly, Rihanna creates makeup to inspire: “Makeup is there for you to have fun with,” she says. “It should never feel like pressure. It should never feel like a uniform. Feel free to take chances, and take risks, and dare to do something new or different.”
Where: PARIS, Ile de France
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DAYMOND JOHN & KEITH PERRIN & J. ALEXANDER MARTIN & CARL BROWN
When:
1992
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Their philosophy was to make clothing for the consumer by the consumer. They turned their dream into a reality and today the businesses they founded over the years are still an active part of the four partners lives.
The earliest collection consisted of a small line of tops and hats with the FUBU logo. By 1995, an extensive sportswear line was designed and produced by FUBU, using raw materials imported from around the world. With the success of the collection, distributors and investors came calling. To date, over 5,000 stores have carried the FUBU collection and more than $6 billion in merchandise has been sold at retail.
FUBU represents determination, excellence, and boldness of the four partners who had the courage to go against the grain in 1992 and strike out on their own to form “TEAM FUBU"".
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New York, New York
DAYMOND JOHN & KEITH PERRIN & J. ALEXANDER MARTIN & CARL BROWN
When:
1992
Why:
Their philosophy was to make clothing for the consumer by the consumer. They turned their dream into a reality and today the businesses they founded over the years are still an active part of the four partners lives.
The earliest collection consisted of a small line of tops and hats with the FUBU logo. By 1995, an extensive sportswear line was designed and produced by FUBU, using raw materials imported from around the world. With the success of the collection, distributors and investors came calling. To date, over 5,000 stores have carried the FUBU collection and more than $6 billion in merchandise has been sold at retail.
FUBU represents determination, excellence, and boldness of the four partners who had the courage to go against the grain in 1992 and strike out on their own to form “TEAM FUBU"".
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New York, New York
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Who: Founded by Trinity Mouzon Wofford.
What: Golde offers wellness products made from natural and superfood-based ingredients.
When: Founded in 2017.
Where: Based in Brooklyn, New York.
Why: Created to provide accessible wellness solutions with high-quality ingredients.
What: Golde offers wellness products made from natural and superfood-based ingredients.
When: Founded in 2017.
Where: Based in Brooklyn, New York.
Why: Created to provide accessible wellness solutions with high-quality ingredients.
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Who: Grace Eleyae
What: Grace Elayae specializes in luxurious, sustainable loungewear and sleepwear for women.
When: 2014
Where: Chino, CA
Why: Grace Eleyae Inc. was founded on the belief that you should never have to choose between haircare and style, so they made products that combine both; starting with the Original Slap.
In 2014 Grace took a trip to Kenya that changed her life. During a bumpy 8-hour car ride, all the hair on the back of her head broke off - the result of her chemically straightened hair and constant friction against the headrest.
Later that year, as a solution to her completely damaged, broken and dry chemically straightened hair, the first prototype of the Slap was created. After seeing immediate changes in her hair, she passed it to friends and family. It was a hit. Soon after, Grace Eleyae began selling her products on Etsy and by September 2014, decided to fully launch Grace Eleyae, Inc.
One month after the launch, a YouTuber, CloudyApples, named the cap as a “must have” in her nighttime routine. This led to more and more beauty bloggers giving the Slap rave reviews, which then brought the Slap into the mainstream world.
Since then, Grace Eleyae, Inc. has been dedicated to reinventing the way we protect our hair by creating modern protective products with you in mind. Today, over 400,000 satisfied Grace Eleyae customers have broken up with bed head, ended nightly friction, limited age lines and acne, and more.
What: Grace Elayae specializes in luxurious, sustainable loungewear and sleepwear for women.
When: 2014
Where: Chino, CA
Why: Grace Eleyae Inc. was founded on the belief that you should never have to choose between haircare and style, so they made products that combine both; starting with the Original Slap.
In 2014 Grace took a trip to Kenya that changed her life. During a bumpy 8-hour car ride, all the hair on the back of her head broke off - the result of her chemically straightened hair and constant friction against the headrest.
Later that year, as a solution to her completely damaged, broken and dry chemically straightened hair, the first prototype of the Slap was created. After seeing immediate changes in her hair, she passed it to friends and family. It was a hit. Soon after, Grace Eleyae began selling her products on Etsy and by September 2014, decided to fully launch Grace Eleyae, Inc.
One month after the launch, a YouTuber, CloudyApples, named the cap as a “must have” in her nighttime routine. This led to more and more beauty bloggers giving the Slap rave reviews, which then brought the Slap into the mainstream world.
Since then, Grace Eleyae, Inc. has been dedicated to reinventing the way we protect our hair by creating modern protective products with you in mind. Today, over 400,000 satisfied Grace Eleyae customers have broken up with bed head, ended nightly friction, limited age lines and acne, and more.
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Who: Teri Johnson
When: 2014
Why: Founded by Teri Johnson The Harlem Candle Co. began in her kitchen in 2014 as she began experimenting with scents that she felt could represent the rich artistic culture of Harlem. Drawing on inspiration from legends like Duke Ellington and Billie Holiday, the subtle scents and soft glows from Harlem candles will instantly enhance your space while creating a sense of comfort and luxury. Teri now designs fragrances alongside award winning perfumers to produce beautifully scented candles that continue to celebrate the Harlem Renaissance. Each candle is specially handcrafted using top grade soy blend wax, infused with one of a kind fragrance oils, and tells a story while taking you on an olfactory journey.
Where: New York, New York
When: 2014
Why: Founded by Teri Johnson The Harlem Candle Co. began in her kitchen in 2014 as she began experimenting with scents that she felt could represent the rich artistic culture of Harlem. Drawing on inspiration from legends like Duke Ellington and Billie Holiday, the subtle scents and soft glows from Harlem candles will instantly enhance your space while creating a sense of comfort and luxury. Teri now designs fragrances alongside award winning perfumers to produce beautifully scented candles that continue to celebrate the Harlem Renaissance. Each candle is specially handcrafted using top grade soy blend wax, infused with one of a kind fragrance oils, and tells a story while taking you on an olfactory journey.
Where: New York, New York
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Who: Zara Mohamed Abdulmajid
When: 1994
Why: IMAN Cosmetics brings you beauty, fashion and culture commentary from a company designed for women who represent many races, cultures and ethnicities with skin tones in a myriad of shades.
Launched in 1994, the IMAN brand philosophy holds that women with skin of color represent many races, cultures and ethnicities. IMAN Cosmetics are designed for African American, Asian, Latina and multi-cultural women with skin tones in a myriad of shades. The brand offers skincare and cosmetics, including 16 foundation shades. IMAN Cosmetics are sold throughout the world including the United States, Canada, UK, France, Africa, and the Caribbean.
It’s a celebration of beauty and you’re invited.
Where: New York, NY
When: 1994
Why: IMAN Cosmetics brings you beauty, fashion and culture commentary from a company designed for women who represent many races, cultures and ethnicities with skin tones in a myriad of shades.
Launched in 1994, the IMAN brand philosophy holds that women with skin of color represent many races, cultures and ethnicities. IMAN Cosmetics are designed for African American, Asian, Latina and multi-cultural women with skin tones in a myriad of shades. The brand offers skincare and cosmetics, including 16 foundation shades. IMAN Cosmetics are sold throughout the world including the United States, Canada, UK, France, Africa, and the Caribbean.
It’s a celebration of beauty and you’re invited.
Where: New York, NY
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Who: Founded by Joe Dowell Jr.
What: Joe's Gourmet produces a range of high-quality, seasoned seafood breading mixes that make it easy to create delicious meals at home.
When: Founded in 2010.
Where: Based in the United States.
Why: Joe's Gourmet was started with the aim of providing customers with high-quality and delicious food products that enhance the culinary experience. The company recognized the need for flavorful and convenient options for breading and frying foods, and their seasoned bread crumbs and fish fry mixes were created to fulfill that need. Joe's Gourmet's mission is to bring restaurant-quality taste to home cooking, making it easier for individuals to create flavorful and satisfying meals. The company's products are crafted with care, offering a versatile and convenient solution for adding a touch of gourmet flavor to everyday dishes.
What: Joe's Gourmet produces a range of high-quality, seasoned seafood breading mixes that make it easy to create delicious meals at home.
When: Founded in 2010.
Where: Based in the United States.
Why: Joe's Gourmet was started with the aim of providing customers with high-quality and delicious food products that enhance the culinary experience. The company recognized the need for flavorful and convenient options for breading and frying foods, and their seasoned bread crumbs and fish fry mixes were created to fulfill that need. Joe's Gourmet's mission is to bring restaurant-quality taste to home cooking, making it easier for individuals to create flavorful and satisfying meals. The company's products are crafted with care, offering a versatile and convenient solution for adding a touch of gourmet flavor to everyday dishes.
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Lithia Springs, Georgia
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Who: Deborah and Mary Jones (founders)
When: 1970s
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For sisters Deborah “Little” and Mary “Shorty” Jones, barbeque is a way of life. When they were little girls, their father, Leavy B. Jones Sr., set them up on milk crates to look over the pit at the very first Jones Bar-B-Q restaurant.
Over thirty years later, the Jones sisters still carry on their father’s legacy of smoking meats and making their family’s secret BBQ sauce from scratch daily at their restaurant in Kansas City. Now you and your family can experience the love and art of Jones Bar-B-Q in your own home.
FROM THE JONES FAMILY TO YOURS, WE THANK YOU AND REMEMBER--THE BEST ATTITUDE IS GRATITUDE!
Where: Kansas City, KS
When: 1970s
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For sisters Deborah “Little” and Mary “Shorty” Jones, barbeque is a way of life. When they were little girls, their father, Leavy B. Jones Sr., set them up on milk crates to look over the pit at the very first Jones Bar-B-Q restaurant.
Over thirty years later, the Jones sisters still carry on their father’s legacy of smoking meats and making their family’s secret BBQ sauce from scratch daily at their restaurant in Kansas City. Now you and your family can experience the love and art of Jones Bar-B-Q in your own home.
FROM THE JONES FAMILY TO YOURS, WE THANK YOU AND REMEMBER--THE BEST ATTITUDE IS GRATITUDE!
Where: Kansas City, KS
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Who: Juvia's Place was founded by Chichi Eburu.
What: Juvia's Place is a cosmetics brand known for its vibrant and highly pigmented makeup products. They offer a range of products, including eyeshadow palettes, highlighters, blushes, foundations, and lip products. The brand focuses on celebrating diversity and empowering individuals to express themselves through makeup.
When: The company was founded in 2016.
Where: HQ in Secaucus, New Jersey, United States
Why: The company was started to address the lack of diversity and representation in the beauty industry. Juvia's Place aims to create makeup products that are inclusive and suitable for all skin tones, with a particular emphasis on providing options for deeper skin tones. They strive to offer quality products at affordable prices, without compromising on vibrant colors and high pigmentation.
What: Juvia's Place is a cosmetics brand known for its vibrant and highly pigmented makeup products. They offer a range of products, including eyeshadow palettes, highlighters, blushes, foundations, and lip products. The brand focuses on celebrating diversity and empowering individuals to express themselves through makeup.
When: The company was founded in 2016.
Where: HQ in Secaucus, New Jersey, United States
Why: The company was started to address the lack of diversity and representation in the beauty industry. Juvia's Place aims to create makeup products that are inclusive and suitable for all skin tones, with a particular emphasis on providing options for deeper skin tones. They strive to offer quality products at affordable prices, without compromising on vibrant colors and high pigmentation.
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