Originally from Australia, Angel Merci is a visionary entrepreneur turned content creator whose journey mirrors the modern evolution of creativity, culture, and self-expression. With two successful businesses across three different states, she built her foundation on discipline, purpose, and a sharp understanding of brand storytelling long before stepping into the digital spotlight. Six months after […]
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Eddy Yung is an emerging designer who made a bold impression during Atlanta Fashion Week 2025 with his luxury streetwear label. Founded in 2023, the brand merges high-end craftsmanship with the raw energy of urban culture, reimagining staples like denim and leather into elevated statement pieces. His collaborative showcase, “Made by Middle x Eddy Yung,”
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Middleman Fresh (real name Robert “Middleman Fresh” Flood) is a stalwart of Atlanta’s fashion scene with over three decades of experience styling artists, shaping culture, and building influence. He founded the streetwear brand Made by Middle, which draws heavily from his roots in Atlanta and blends comfort, heritage, and bold graphics to create clothing that
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At ATLFW 2025, Octavius Marsion closed the early evening with a striking collaborative show with Sarayaa; His collection was celebrated for infusing Americana aesthetics into Black cultural expression, merging wintry Western motifs, dramatic capes, and the sensibility of a regal Black dandy. As one of the standout designers of the week, Marsion’s vision helped demonstrate
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Contributed by: Bentley Didier & Neshanta Davis In the world of African fashion, few names shine as brightly as Swanky Jerry. Born Jeremiah Ogbodo in Lagos, Nigeria, on July 4, 1991, he has become one of the most creative, stylish, and confident figures in modern fashion. His journey from a young dreamer to an international
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Meet Brandon McDaniel — the creative force behind Atlanta’s vibrant design scene and the visionary CEO & Senior Designer of KAOZ by Brandon McDaniel. Known for his daring silhouettes, shimmering textures, and show-stopping custom pieces, McDaniel has become a go-to designer for celebrities and entertainers who crave both glamour and originality. His fashion journey began
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When it comes to fashion, Kash Howard has done it all. She is a wardrobe stylist, costume designer, and business owner with more than 20 years of experience. Based in Los Angeles, Kash has worked in TV, film, music, live shows, magazines, and fashion retail. Her eye for style and detail has made her one
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🎙️ Welcome back to the ATELIER Podcast — where culture, creativity, and trailblazers collide. Today’s episode is all about vision, reinvention, and designing beyond the rules. We’re joined by the unstoppable Monet Bartell—designer, entrepreneur, and the creative force behind Muse by Monét, the fashion house known for its bold black-and-white aesthetic, fearless tailoring, and unapologetic
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NeShanta Davis is a United States Air Force veteran turned fashion powerhouse, known for transforming lives through the art of style. As the owner and lead fashion stylist of NeShanta Davis LLC since 2009, she has built a brand rooted in authenticity, healing, and confidence. Her services go far beyond putting outfits together—she creates images
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To understand André Leon Talley is to understand the evolution of fashion as both an industry and a cultural force. He was a guardian of its past, a champion of its potential, and a fierce critic of its failures. He was couture’s conscience—reminding it, often through sheer force of personality, that beauty must be inclusive,
