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Iconic 90s fashion brand Cross Colours has made its way to Nordstrom NYC to launch a one-of-a-kind immersive shopping experience for one of the world’s greatest brands. According to a press release, the brand has announced a two-week exhibition pop-up shop at the major retailer’s New York-based flagship shop as part of Nordstrom’s revolving Center Stage platform — known for featuring some of the most prominent brands from around the world. “Nordstrom is giving the brand one of the greatest platforms in the history of Cross Colours,” co-founder Carl Jones said in a statement. “This launch will be the first time we have the opportunity to showcase our full collection in one place – the fleece, the denim – and in the way that we would like to present it to our customers. We have an opportunity to create a true Cross Colours experience for our customers. For us, that’s everything.” The temporary installation displays both the past and present stages of the brand along with its core...
Nordstrom is joining the 15 Percent Pledge train with its own unique commitment to better support Black-owned businesses. According to Good Morning America, Nordstrom is the first major retailer to form a 10-year commitment in agreeance with the 15 Percent Pledge’s mission — the nonprofit which strives to holds large corporations accountable when it comes to supporting Black-owned brands. As part of its new pledge, Nordstrom has also announced plans to increase its purchases and partnerships with Black-owned or founded retailers by the end of 2030. “Long-term societal change cannot happen overnight and we’re in this for the long haul,” is what president and chief brand officer Peter Nordstrom said in a statement. “Nordstrom has established new goals and benchmarks to help it become a more diverse, inclusive and anti-racist organization,” 15 Percent Pledge adds, “and has made strides towards these goals through notable product launches and curations.” View this post on Instagram ...
Earlier this year, Nordstrom announced a reaffirmed $500 million commitment to uplift more Black fashion brands. Now, the retailer is focusing on its newly-introduced series called “Black_Space” — the twelfth edition of its New Concepts program which aims to provide an immersive shopping experience for customers curated by Black creators. “New Concepts @Nordstrom has always been a platform to tell brand and product stories, with the goal to try and show the interconnectivity between fashion and culture,” Sam Lobban — SVP of Designer and New Concepts at Nordstrom — said in a press statement. “In line with that, we’ve always wanted to do something which would bring together a group of creatives with whom both the New Concepts team and I have built relationships with over our careers; people who we respect and appreciate for their unique and diverse perspective. Through this process we collaboratively built Concept 012: Black_Space, ultimately with the aim to celebrate Black fashion...
This mother-daughter duo is sharing their love of traveling with the world! Serena Minott and Asha Gore are the real-life stories behind “The Amazing Adventures of Aya & Pete,” an amazing children’s travel book series that shows the adventures of a little girl in some of her favorite cities alongside her stuffed sloth, Pete. Completely self-published and owned and operated by Minott and Gore, these new children’s books were designed after they witnessed a lack of representation in the market when it comes to children’s travel books. Since her daughter Asha, 7, has attended school on three different continents and traveled to over 23 countries, they wanted to share her story to inspire other families who want to show their children different parts of the world. Photo Credit: Courtesy Photo Minott sat down with AfroTech to discuss the vision behind the new books, how she’s using these stories to teach her daughter the value of ownership and their recent journey to landing in...
The year 2020 was — to say the least — a crazy year, but according to retail giant Nordstrom, last year was a year for “reflection.” According to a recent press release put out by the company, executives were taking notes in the wake of the social and political upheavals of 2020. The Black Lives Matter movement , amongst many other movements, let many Fortune 500 companies know — in no uncertain terms — that “window dressing” wasn’t going to be enough. People were tired of being used as pawns during one month of the year, only to be tossed aside when it was no longer politically expedient to champion their causes. “We are a part of the communities we serve, and that means we have a responsibility to create a sense of welcoming and belonging for all,” said Pete Nordstrom, chief brand officer and president of Nordstrom, Inc., in a statement . “We know our impact extends beyond our own walls and we’re committed to taking steps to be a part of the solution by making Nordstrom a better,...
The beauty industry is not exempt when it comes to diversity. Due to consumers’ demand for more inclusivity stores are offering more brands to provide a more accurate reflection of their shoppers. Retail company Nordstrom has announced the unveiling of its “An Inclusive Beauty” category for both in-store and online after the request for more Black-owned and founded brands. “We heard from our customers that they are looking for Black founded brands as well as beauty products created for everyone’s needs no matter their skin or hair type, tone, complexion, or texture, said Autumne West, Nordstrom’s national beauty director, in an interview with BLACK ENTERPRISE . “We worked to broaden our assortment based on this customer feedback.” Their new category has been able to propel numerous Black-owned businesses which include Afro-Dominican entrepreneur Lulu Cordero with Bomba Curls. “They appreciated the fact that Bomba Curls is a brand on a mission to broaden the spectrum of beauty and...
On a Monday morning in late August, Nordstrom sent out a company-wide letter in which the fashion giant addressed the looming elephant in the room following a summer of turmoil after the deaths of George Floyd and Breonna Taylor. From there leaders in the company leapt into action forming the Nordstrom Diversity Inclusion and Belonging Council, which is designed to drive diversity and change within the company. But as actions speak louder than words, the brand has issued a challenge to itself, setting a series of goals that include increasing corporate diversity and leadership opportunities. By the end of 2025, they will increase Black and Latinx populations in people-manager roles by at least 50 percent. Nordstrom has also committed to making improvements in the marketplace, including prioritizing the diversity of brands they collaborate with. Also, taking it a step further by pledging $500 million in retail sales to brands owned by, operated by or designed by Black and/or Latinx...
Described as “an original Bulls great ” by Chicago Bulls owner Jerry Reinsdorf, Bob Love joined the team in 1968 , two years after the franchise was established in 1966. He averaged an estimated 21 points per game, exhibiting a level of competition and defense that influenced future ballers within the league even after his retirement following the 1976-77 season. His jersey number, 10, was retired in 1994 after 17 years of retirement and nine years dedicated to the Bulls franchise. Love even loved the franchise so much that he got married on the court during the halftime of a game against the San Antonio Spurs at the Chicago United Center in 1995. Now, with his recent passing following a prolonged battle with cancer, fans are wondering about Love’s net worth. Here’s what we know. Astrid Stawiarz / Getty Images Love Came From Humble Beginnings Love grew up in northern Louisiana as one of 14 children and was lovingly referred to as “Butterbean” due to his love for lima beans. His...
Founder Wilglory Tanjong has Beyoncé’s attention. On April 7, 2024, the “Cowboy Carter” singer took to Instagram sharing two posts where she is seen wearing a Willie Nelson T-shirt, platform boots, and a jacket with a print of the American flag. She also accessorized the look with a luxury handbag designed by Tanjong and launched through the founder’s company, Anima Iris. This marks the second time Beyoncé’ has sported the brand since 2021, per CNBC. View this post on Instagram A post shared by ANIMA IRIS (@anima.iris) “ANIMA IRIS IS BEYONCÉ APPROVED… AGAIN !! Beyoncé really loves Anima Iris, no cap all facts,” Tanjong said on Instagram. “I know y’all will ask so YES, I’m releasing the bag we made just for Bey and I’m naming it the Cowboy Carter ZAZA. Available now on animairis.com…AHHH BEYONCÉ APPROVEDDD.” While Beyoncé’s interest in Anima Iris is certainly noteworthy, it is also a testament to the labor of love behind Anima Iris, which was born while Tanjong was traveling in...
Glenda McNeal has been promoted at American Express, and she’s making history in the process. According to a news release, The Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania and Dillard University alumna has been named chief partner officer. What’s more, she becomes the first to take on the title, which follows the expansion of the company’s Strategic Partnership portfolio. McNeal will be responsible for managing American Express’ global sponsorships in travel, retail, tech, and media. “Partnerships have proven to be critically important to the growth of our company, bringing additional value to the products and experiences that continue to engage our customers and drive the generational relevance of American Express Membership. I look forward to continuing to work with the Amex team and an expanded group of partners to innovate as we move forward,” McNeal said in a press release. Stephen J. Squeri, chairman and CEO of American Express also shared a press statement. “Glenda has an...
In 2020, Aurora James shook up the business world with a disruptive idea. As previously reported by AfroTech, the designer founded the Fifteen Percent Pledge following the murder of George Floyd to demand corporations to commit 15 percent of their shelf space to Black-owned businesses. Now, nearly three years later, it appears that James’ call for action has paid off.
Victoria’s Secret is looking to make a change. The renowned company — known for its focus on fashion-inspired intimates, lingerie, casual sleepwear, athleisure, body care, and beyond — has just joined other organizations focused on championing Black suppliers. According to Bloomberg, the lingerie giant has made a commitment to not only increase the amount of business they’re conducting with Black-owned firms but also promote more Black workers. Through the Fifteen Percent Pledge, they will work to gather data and pinpoint a system that aims to reach a point where at least 15 percent of its suppliers are Black-owned firms. This amount will bump the number from one percent to around two percent.
The Shakur family does not play when it comes to their own. Complex reports that Sekywia Shakur — sister of the late rapper 2Pac — has taken legal action against their late mother’s estate executor with accusations of him committing embezzlement. Both Sekyiwa and the Tupac Shakur Foundation claim that Tom Whalley refused to surrender personal items belonging to the legendary rapper, including cars, jewelry, artwork, and more. Whalley became the executor of their late mother, Afeni Shakur-Davis’, estate after she died in 2016. Originally the items belonged to the “California Love” emcee before he passed in 1996. “He has effectively embezzled millions of dollars for his own benefit,” Sekyiwa wrote in court documents. “Whalley has unreasonably enriched himself at the expense of the beneficiaries and in bad faith by taking excessive compensation in a position from which he should properly be barred based on the inherent conflict of interest.”
