Tuesday, May 11, 2010
Monday, May 10, 2010
Friday, May 7, 2010
amNY - No Immigrants, No New York
“Dios mio, it would be awful! Living in New York without illegal immigrants! Who’d deliver the Chinese food? Who’d raise the children on the Upper East Side?...That’s the dirty little secret of all this anti-immigrant uproar. Once the ugly speeches are finished and the call-in talk hosts have packed it in for the night, nobody seriously wants to chase off Maria, Sophia or Jose…If they suddenly stopped coming – or federal agents actually rounded them up – we’d have to offer special internships to lure them back immediately.” – Ellis Henican
Although this amNY article simplifies the roles undocumented immigrants play once they arrive in the U.S. beginning with a pun about hypocrisy amongst Arizona’s new legislation supporters, it made me think about how much New York is characterized by undocumented immigrants. What are your thoughts on where NY and other states would be?
Thursday, May 6, 2010
Alain Quilici Spring/Summer 2010 Collection
With sky high heels and cut out platforms, Alain Quilici's summer shoe
collection brings a fresh new spin to those towering shoes we all love. Taking
inspiration from architecture and mix-and-matching rich textures of suede and leather make these shoes stand out no matter what. Pair these hot h
eels with the Asante Blazer & Pencil Skirt for an irresistible look!
Wednesday, May 5, 2010
StyleLikeU
Always wonder where that chick on the subway found those amazing heels? Check out Stylelikeu, a website that literally goes into the closets of individuals with unique personal style. This site glorifies street fashion and takes it a step farther by going behind the scenes to see what inspires everyday stylish people when they get dressed. Which closets do you think would look great with a piece of Hemma hanging in it?
Friday, April 30, 2010
LOVE-ing This Sandal
For all those girls who want more than the just the casual, everyday flip-flop, Ruthie Davis and Fiona Paxton have come together to bring you the Love Sandal. These ornamental sandals give a girl that princess feeling we always long for. Pair them with Hemma's Sena Dress or a pair of our Badi Shorts for the complete royal treatment.
Thursday, April 29, 2010
Vogue Africa Concept
Photographer and make-up artist Mario Epanya envisions a day when Vogue Africa is gracing newsstands across the world. In an interview, Epanya said, "...I think having an edition of Vogue Africa will bring into the light, THE AFRICAN CREATIVITY, the world will be amazed by it.... trust me". Well Hemma could not agree with him more! Who would you like to see gracing the pages of Vogue Africa in a Hemma original?
Wednesday, April 28, 2010
Coco & Breezy
At Hemma, we love innovation, check out two fellow young innovators - CoCo and Breezy specializing in luxe shades and apparel.
Wednesday, April 21, 2010
Shop Hemma at Darling!
Love the Asante blazer in blue or the Sena Dress? Pick up your Hemma original today at Darling located at 1 Horatio Street and 8th Avenue in the West Village.
Darling is a beautiful boutique with a gorgeous garden known for its chic and whimsical dresses. Check out at virtual tour of the boutique and shop Hemma now at Darling!
Hemma Hits the Fashion for Heritage Show
The Fashion for Heritage show's designers all had one thing in common - innovation. The show was full of surprises from see-through frocks to cocktail dresses baring metrocard trim.
Throughout the night we tweeted our favorite looks on the runway. Follow us on twitter!
Thursday, April 15, 2010
Wednesday, April 14, 2010
Running with Heels, Shoes Inspired by NYC Skyline
H.Williams is a hot new shoe line that draws its silhouettes from architecture. The Reuda bootie from her spring 2010 line was inspired by the NYC skyline. Her pumps and bags have been featured in Glamour, Vogue Italia, Vogue Pelle, COLLEZIONI ACCESSORI and others. Check out the 2010 Hemma Collection now inspired by African royalty with a NYC twist.
Sunday, April 11, 2010
LUCKY MAGAZINE - Give Back! Throw Your Support Behind Educating Students in Ghana
While studying in Ghana, Edna and I volunteered as teachers and Photography Club advisors at La Yahoushua Junior Secondary School in Accra, Ghana. We witnessed the economic hardships faced by young children in Ghana, many of whom worked long hours to assist their families. In Ghana, an estimated 40% of all elementary aged children lack the resources to attend school. The enrollment rates drop even further for secondary aged children, as an alarming 60% of them are unable to afford a basic education. Numerous primary and secondary schools, including La Yahoushua lack basic resources such as restrooms and up-to-date learning materials.
To address this issue, we created The Hemma Foundation, a not-for-profit organization that affords educational opportunities for economically disadvantaged primary and secondary school students in Ghana by providing academic scholarships. The foundation also aims to improve the quality of education by granting financial assistance to underfunded schools. By donated funds for learning materials and after school programs, The Hemma Foundation strives to improve quality of education received by Ghana's youth.
A percentage of every Hemma original sold is donated to The Hemma Foundation. Now the public can directly donate to La Yahoushua through Hemma's official website!
Pick up a copy of LUCKY's Magazine's May issue highlighting Hemma and The Hemma Foundation today!
Friday, April 9, 2010
Stay on Top of Bazaar Magazine's Trends for 2010 with Hemma
BAZAAR magazine recently posted it's 20 TOP TRENDS FOR 2010 online, and it's number one pick was Mixed Prints ! "...This season anything goes," they wrote, "mix and match your most colorful pieces and let your imagination run free." Posted along side their statement was a How-To picture featuring Dries Van Noten's collection, but I would have rather preferred to see Hemma's daringly chic use of kente patterns. Hemma + this trend = Picture Perfect!
What Hemma piece would you stylize for this summer's trend?
Thursday, April 8, 2010
Wednesday, April 7, 2010
Lanvin's African Influence
During Paris' fashion week, Lanvin designer Alber Elbaz drew upon African styles and textures in order to create a dark fall 2010 collection. "Massive amulets, rough hewn fabrics, muddy hues and tribal feathers" are all symbols of the designer's African influence. However, upon interview Elbaz admitted to never actually visiting the African continent - except virtually. Cindy Gaston and Edna Bissoon of the Hemma line not only visited Africa, but also taught at a school for a period of time before launching their collection! If you enjoyed Elbaz' incorporation of African style into the fall 2010 collection, you should check out Hemma's designs and textures, which are influenced by African royal tradition.
What is it about the tribal inspired aesthetic that has influenced so many designers in the contemporary fashion scene ?
Monday, April 5, 2010
M for music, Donna for Debut Fashionwear
Madonna recently announced the newest addition to her teen clothing line - sunglasses. What better counterpart to the Dolce&Gabbana collaboration than chic eye wear from the original pop icon herself. Like Hemma's premier in LUCKY magazine, the line will debut in May. The glasses will be sold at D&G stores, as well as in the chain "huts" of the manufacturer, Luxottica. Who knows what could be next on her list.
--- Would you wear Madonna's sunglasses to go with your spring outfits?Friday, April 2, 2010
Donate for HAITI!! Donate for GHANA!!
The Fashion Delivers™ Charitable Foundation, Inc. is seeking donations from people to aid victims of disasters and support people in need within and outside of the United States. Currently, they have raised 20 million dollars worth of products for the survivors of the Haiti catastrophe, but are still in search of much more generosity. So donate for HAITI!
The Hemma Foundation is also seeking donations to educate the middle school students at La Yahoushua in Accra, Ghana. Better the lives of victims of HAITI & Better the lives of children in Ghana while your at it! Click the "Donate Now" button on the Charity page of Hemma's official website. As little as $15 can provide the school fees needed to send one child to school for a full year!
Tuesday, March 30, 2010
EduCongo's Power of One Campaign-Better the Lives of Childern in Need Now!
A nonprofit organization called EduCongo is campaigning for the better lives of underprivileged children in the Democratic Republic of Congo. In attempts to educate children, sponsor infrastructure of the sponsored school, and ensure stability and self reliance of the children, EduCongo is beginning the EduCongo's Power of One Campaign. Hemma also benefits education in Africa by donating a percentage of each garment purchased to the school where the designers taught in Ghana, West Africa. Learn more about the Hemma Foundation in the May issue of LUCKY Magazine and at the Charities Section of Hemma's official website. You can now donate directly to La Yahoshua!
Monday, March 22, 2010
Hemma Graces the Pages of ESSENCE!
The April issue of Essence just arrived on newsstands with an editorial spread with everything you need to stay on top of the trends this spring. Innovative frocks with prints and patterns inspired by African tradition is a great addition to spice up your wardrobe. The spread features two HEMMA originals - the Green Coast Corset and Asante Jacket! Cindy and Edna give their tips on how to mix and match patterns and prints this season while reviving items in your closet in the Stylist Notebook.
Asante Blazer in Black & White
Get the latest tips on how to mix and match patterns and prints while reviving garments in your own wardrobe from stylist and designers of Hemma Cindy & Edna!
Friday, March 19, 2010
The Wait is Over! Hemma Now Available at Albertine
The wait is finally over! You can now see and feel the luxe authentically hand-woven kente in chic silhouettes Hemma offers this spring at Albertine!Albertine, a boutique located in the West Village, features exclusive Hemma garments not offered anywhere else.
Shop Hemma today at Albertine!
Albertine, 13 Christopher Street, New York, NY, 212-924-8515
Tuesday, March 16, 2010
Friday, March 12, 2010
GaGa Should Be Wearing Hemma
Lady Gaga and Beyonce premiered their "Telephone" video Thursday night and everyone went insane. Next-to-nude women dancing in prison cells, making out, and... murdering people? Several music free, acting scenes featuring Gaga, Beyonce, or Gaga and Beyonce preceded, interrupted, or concluded the main feature- the song "Telephone." At one point, Gaga sported a leopard-print body suit while cat dancing in front of a truck, proving that animal print is coming back in a hard way. Isn't that what Hemma advised when featured as guest stylists in April's Essence Magazine premier of the 2010 collection? Foresight is the key to success.
Do you think Gaga's overtly sexual and borderline violent themes are too much or too fun?
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