In this special mini episode of Black Style Anecdotes, I check in with some life updates and what's ahead for the podcast. I reflect on an unexpected six-month break (hint: something old, something new, something borrowed, and something blue!), talk about why BSA Plus is no more, expanding BSA to other platforms, the upcoming season 14 episodes and more.

Tune in to hear what’s been happening behind the scenes, why pivots are part of the process, and how I’m pushing BSA, and myself, forward.

In this episode I mention the BSA YouTube channel, pictures from my wedding here and here, and my video wedding series!

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In this special bonus episode I chat with Women’s Wear Daily Archives Editor, Tonya Blazio-Licorish about her WWD book, Black In Fashion and her personal style. Tonya is a fashion historian, author, and archivist, so it was a treat to do a deep dive into the intersection of style, history, and Black culture with her. We discuss the Women's Wear Daily archive and how it sheds light on untold stories of Black influence in fashion. From Josephine Baker’s early impact on hosiery trends to the evolution of streetwear, the conversation explores how fashion has always been a powerful tool for Black self-expression and cultural movement. Tune in to hear about pivotal moments, influential figures, how Black designers and creatives continue to shape the fashion world today, and more. Plus, discover Tonya’s personal style journey, her favorite vintage finds, and the importance of wearing what makes you feel happy.

Purchase your copy of Black In Fashion.

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Check out WWD's website amd Instagram.

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In this season 13 finale episode, I kiki with my friend Tori Hervey about, how she played a role in Black Style Anecdotes coming to be, her transformative personal style journey, blending masculine elements with feminine curves, finding confidence in her body, using style as an empowering tool for self-expression, letting her wardrobe reflect who she truly is, creating her minimal street chic style, balancing fast fashion and timeless pieces, three principles for unlocking your own personal style, and more.

Listen to Tori's original episode.

In this episode she mentions:

COMMENSE

Urban Revivo

Julia Vaughn

COS

Target

If You Dare Accessories

Amazon

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