ROQ Magazine

Pierre Blanc, an emmerging high fashion designer who has been making waves through the industry, has cleverly and creatively rewriten the rules of traditional men’s fashion. The highly anticipated Resort Collection, captures a timeless approach with confidence and unique craftsmanship at the heart of the brand. Florals paired with embroidery detail and distinctive textiles bring together this exciting second official collection.  Continuing to draw inspiration from opulent destinations around the world, each tailor made garment recites a story. The pieces from this season are constructed from premium fabrics sourced in Morocco. Designer Paul Richards ushers the carefree vibes of Saint Barths and the Amalfi Coast with the perfect selection of lightweight taffeta and chiffon silks to complete your luxury travels. This Resort Collection is intended for those with a strong sense of personality who express their style with boldness. About the Designer Born in Brooklyn, NY and raised in ...

The Baby Phat brand has made a comeback with a twist now incorporating beauty into it's line. After launching Baby Phat in 1999, Kimora Lee created what had seemed to be one of the most successful womens streetwear brands of the decade.  In 2010, Lee sold the brand but re-purchased it back in 2019. Initally she had planned to make the brand a mainstream sportswear brand but she has also incorporated some beauty products as well as dresses and accessories. Her daughters Ming Lee Simmons and Aioki Simmons can be regularly seen as models for the brand.  Take a look at the new line of products at babyphat.com

Known as the king of the "Red Bottom" shoe Christian Louboutin typically creates chic, edgy, artistic designs. Here are a few items from one of his new looks for the fall season. This particular style contains a vision board scrapook print with magazine style images and words. It contains multiple looks with the same theme in heels, sneakers, boots, handbags and accessories. To see more take a look at  christianlouboutin.com  

For the past year as we experienced a pandemic we have seen a great transition of the way that business runs in our economy. Many businesses have been unable to manage the economic challenges, while others have been newly created and are now thriving. As more and more people began shopping online we have seen a rise in many digital small businesses, including virtual boutiques. Virtual boutiques are slowly begining to rise by marketing via social media platforms such a facebook and instagram. Typical start up costs and virtual store is typically less than a brick and mortar. Many digital businesses have been able to profit with less overhead and able to see more of a return on their initial investment.  The rise of the instaboutique has grown many small businesses into large businesses. With websites like Fashionova and Shein taking over we see many smaller businesses taking a small piece of the large pie. A 2020 study finds that 40% of people ages 18-34 have made purchases via soc...

Via UPROXX Video x Youtube 1997 The Lil Kim Crush on You video represents a monumental moment in hip hop. Kim brought the style and flare in a colorful and fun video. Lil Kim is a hip hop pioneer for many female artist today. 

 The spring season has finally begun and Window's Wear, the worlds window shopping website, can supply all of your luxury fashion needs. Windows Wear lives up to their reputation for being to the worlds window shopping website as they shoot over 2,000 fashion windows each month. They are also known for their Window Walking tours where observers tour and view some of New York City's most famous fashion windows while examining the display design and exploring some of the most current trends.  WindowsWear.com serves as mega online clothing boutique which allows fashionistas to select from over 13 million luxury apparel items from some of your favorite designers. A few familiar brands that can be found on the site include Dolce & Gabbana, Tory Burch and Kate Spade. Some of the different types of items that are offered range from clothing to handbags, jewelry, heels, fragrances and skincare, hair care and cosmetics. Just imagine, getting all of your season...

The Brandish Designs boutique is open for business! Owner DJ Hi Maintenance has begun a new venture in fashion. Located in the Ridgewood section of Queens, NY the grand opening event held on May 17, included a display of the stores merchandise such as clothing and accessories. Stop by the Brandish Designs boutique the next time your in town!

Costella Handbags was founded by Luciana Ellington a native from one of the worlds most exotic countries, Rio De Janeiro, Brazil. These are not your ordinary day-­to-day throw over the shoulder handbags. With Luciana’s love for fashion, heritage, tasteful mix along with her  multi-faceted lifestyle of today, she has created courageous and purposeful silhouettes for all woman. Costella   accessories standout by blending confident shapes, rich and exotic leathers with bold and daring   hardware embellishments. This luxurious and style-­catching collection makes a statement not only   in the marketplace but most importantly on the arm of our fashion forward sheik confident woman. Costella Handbags has developed three niche categories for all lifestyles: ENJOLI (pronounced “ehn-­jhoe-­lee”): Embellished handbags for the multi-­tasking woman that will successfully enable her to balance her daily life between work and home. The New Yorker life to ...