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,
Before the runways and celebrity clientele, Monet Bartell was a high school student in Michigan, already challenging the norm—altering her school uniform not for rebellion, but for self-expression. What began as subtle defiance through stitches and seams would grow into a design philosophy rooted in individuality, elegance, and unapologetic boldness. Taught to sew by her
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In the landscape of fashion, few stories are as rich, resilient, and revolutionary as those told by minority designers. ATELIER’s dedicated feature, “Roots & Runway“ is a celebration and elevation of these creative trailblazers — designers whose unique voices and innovative collections are reshaping the runway and rewriting the rules of style. “Roots & Runway”
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As a freelance correspondent who’s spent years watching fashion evolve, I’ve come to realize something important: Stylists are the unsung heroes behind the looks we all admire. That’s why I’m excited to spotlight “The Fashion Playbook,” ATELIER’s fresh new column that dives deep into the creative minds and personal styles of the game-changing fashion stylists
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Understanding Sustainability in Fashion Sustainability in fashion refers to the innovative practices and principles aimed at promoting a more responsible approach to the design, production, and consumption of clothing and accessories. Within this context, sustainability encompasses three primary dimensions: environmental, social, and economic. Each of these aspects contributes significantly to the overall impact of the
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JODIE TURNER-SMITH “The Color Tone on Tone is personally a fav of mine. The structure and tailoring of the jacket is divine perfection and the exaggerated top hat just tops of the look” – Ryan At the 2025 Met Gala, themed “Superfine: Tailoring Black Style,” Jodie Turner-Smith captivated attendees with an equestrian-inspired ensemble by Burberry.
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Vanessa Kelly-Bouie turned her personal blog into a nationwide lifestyle movement—blending comfort, elegance, and intentional living. What started as a digital diary of style, motherhood, and wellness has evolved into one of Chicago’s most buzzed-about luxury loungewear brands. Vanessa Kelly-Bouie, the trailblazing founder of Fancy Homebody, has transformed her personal journey into a thriving business
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