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Here’s what you need to know about the duo.

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Get to Know the Duo Behind our New Favorite Instagram Account @oldmanrepeller

Maybe you’ve heard of @oldceline but now it’s time to meet @oldmanrepeller.

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Meet Didi Akinyelure Founder of April & Alex

Ever heard of a multipotentialite? Well, now you have.

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Get to Know the Ever Chic Christina Yother

Chic and comfortable? This is a brand you’ll want to remember.

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Meet Chelsea Ma of Female-Founded Streetwear Label TAKEON

This is a designer and insanely cool brand that you’ll want to keep on your radar.

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Get to Know Alexis Bennett, Shopping Editor at Cosmopolitan

She’s basically turned shopping into a career – talk about a dream job!

Meet the Best Friends and Business Partners Behind MIMI The Label

The duo shares the ins and outs of launching their own swimwear label.

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From Bergdorf Goodman to The Webster & Back: Get to Know Chloe King

From Bergdorf Goodman to The Webster and back, Chloe King shares her ever-evolving career journey with us.

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Get to Know Jennifer Diederich the Founder & Designer of Suite

We’re chatting all things career, living abroad and nostalgia with Jennifer Diederich of Suite.

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Backstage at NYFW with Tadashi Shoji: Storytelling through the Runway

Tadashi Shoji’s namesake line is known for extravagant yet wearable gowns that also tell a story.

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Clean Beauty and Revolutionizing the Industry with Melissa Medvedich and Nina Zilka

Melissa Medvedich of Supernal and Nina Zilka of Alder New York break down the buzz behind clean beauty.

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Get to Know Beauty Industry Icon Laura Mercier

We’ve all heard the name “Laura Mercier.” A go-to beauty brand for many women, Laura Mercier products have been making women everywhere feel beautiful and confident for over twenty years. But, who is the woman behind the brand? Learn how Laura Mercier went from a-list makeup artist to beauty industry icon.

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13 Questions with Danielle DiFerdinando, Founder & Creative Director of Danielle Nicole

If you’re an accessories addict like we are, you are bound to know who Danielle Nicole is. Get to know the whimsical designer better as we sat down with her to talk to her about everything career, fashion, and how she launched her accessories empire, Danielle Nicole.

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12 Questions with Jewelry Designer Mona Assemi

Have you ever wondered what it takes to become a jewelry designer? We sat down with Mona Assemi to ask her how she started her brand, stays inspired, and so much more!

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Get to Know Neely & Chloe Burch, the Sister's Behind the Chic & Affordable Accessories Line

Imagine starting a company with your sister? We sat down with ladies behind the chic and affordable accessories line Neely & Chloe to learn how they turned their dream into a reality.