Alexander Derrick is the lead designer of Zulu Rose, a contemporary high-end men’s and women’s fashion line. Alex started designing in 2004 during his corporate stint as graphic designer for MTV and Universal. Feeling the necessity to express himself outside of his corporate confines, the Haitian/Bajan/American designer started screen-printing as a hobby and captured his …
Ladybrille Africa Music Winners!
We have selected the winners from our Africa Music Issue Contest! Drum roll please . . . they are: Autographed CD from South Africa’s Freshly Ground, Oluwadamilola [USA] Autographed CD from German/Nigerian artist Ayo-Kevin D. [USA]Autographed Book from Award Winning Author & Founder of TangoDiva.com, Teresa Rodriguez Williamsonna, Johannah B. [USA] Autographed Mixed CD &Tee …
Ladybrille Woman of the Month, Dr. Ngozi Osuagwu
By Niama Sandy This month’s Ladybrille “Woman of the Month” is Dr. Ngozi Osuagwu, author of a wonderful book entitled Letters to My Sisters: Plain Truths and Straightforward Advice from a Gynecologist. Just as the title might suggest, the book takes an honest and analytical look at the problems and issues faced by many women …
M.A.C.keting 101 with John Demsey
We have been talking music biz but time to revert to what we love best, the business of fashion. Of concern to us is how you market and promote your fashion brand. Indeed, it is no secret that at the heart of a successful fashion business is its marketing and public relations. Simply put, to …
GT ‘Truly’ the Guitarman
We are almost at the end of what we hope was an exciting month filled with interviews from super talented musicians. But before we wrap it up, it would be remiss of us if we did not tell you of an emerging artist whose lyrics, smooth vocals and style sense is simply refreshing! Known as …
Is 9ice the Next Fela?
A self proclaimed “artist, poet and custodian of tradition and the Nigerian culture,” 9ice, like the great African musical icon-Fela Anikulapo Kuti, is dynamic, authentic and uncompromising, especially when it comes to his decision to sing in his native language. Influenced by the communication style of his now 75 year old step-mother who raised him, …