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Vol. 2 Issue 7 Out Now


Fashion, Freedom & the New Detroit: Spaces Making a Difference
Photo Credit: Getty Images Detroit is in the midst of a cultural transformation—one fueled by fashion, freedom, and the creative spaces...
Allyson Adams
Sep 1, 20252 min read


Detroit’s Hidden Speakeasy Circuit & Cultural Expression
Photo Credit: Getty Images Detroit’s nightlife is no longer defined by large clubs or mainstream venues—it thrives in the quiet corners,...
Allyson Adams
Sep 1, 20251 min read


Skyview Style: Cielo Rooftop at Cambria Hotel
Photo Credit: Getty Images High above the bustle of downtown, the Cielo Rooftop Bar at the Cambria Hotel offers an experience unlike any...
Allyson Adams
Aug 31, 20251 min read


Checkmate: Where Cuisine Meets Creative Community
Photo Credit: checkmatedetroit.com Detroit’s cultural comeback can be found in the most unexpected places—and Checkmate Detroit, tucked...
Allyson Adams
Aug 31, 20251 min read


Secret Nights & City Lights: Hidden Speakeasy and Detroit’s Underground Revival
Photo Credit: Getty Images Detroit has always been a city of reinvention—where grit and glamour meet in unexpected places. Nestled...
Allyson Adams
Aug 31, 20252 min read


The Future of Beauty: Michigan’s Cosmetic Innovation Hubs Lead the Way
Photo Credit: Getty Images Under the surface of Michigan’s manufacturing resurgence, a quiet transformation is underway in beauty...
Allyson Adams
Jul 30, 20251 min read


From Prototypes to Profits: Michigan’s Fashion Entrepreneurs Find Success
Photo Credit: Getty Images Turning a creative vision into a viable business is no small feat—especially in the competitive worlds of...
Allyson Adams
Jul 30, 20251 min read


Bridging Borders: How Michigan’s Location Drives North American Production
Photo Credit: Getty Images Tucked between the Great Lakes and the Canadian border, Michigan sits at a crossroads—geographically,...
Allyson Adams
Jul 30, 20251 min read


Sustainability Meets Style: Michigan’s Eco-Friendly Manufacturing Boom
Photo Credit: Getty Images In an era where consumers are asking tougher questions about how their clothes and cosmetics are made,...
Allyson Adams
Jul 30, 20251 min read


Luxury with a Local Touch: Michigan’s Growing High-End Fashion Scene
Photo Credit: Getty Images Luxury fashion is often associated with distant fashion capitals—Paris, Milan, New York. But in Michigan, a...
Allyson Adams
Jul 30, 20252 min read


Empowering Local Creatives: Small-Batch Production in Michigan
Photo Credit: Getty Images In a fashion and beauty market saturated by mass production, a quiet movement is taking shape across...
Allyson Adams
Jul 28, 20251 min read


The Business of Beauty: Michigan’s Role in Cosmetic Production
Photo Credit: Getty Images Beyond the glimmer of packaging and the allure of fragrance lies the engine that powers the beauty industry:...
Allyson Adams
Jul 28, 20251 min read


From Cars to Couture: How Michigan’s Industrial Legacy Shapes Modern Apparel
Photo Credit: Getty Images Michigan has long been defined by gears, grit, and gasoline. As the birthplace of American auto manufacturing,...
Allyson Adams
Jul 28, 20251 min read


Sewing the Future: Michigan's Industrial WorkforceReinvented
Photo Credit: Getty Images In the heart of Michigan’s industrial landscape, a quiet transformation is taking place — one stitch at a...
Allyson Adams
Jul 28, 20251 min read


Behind the Scenes: Michigan's Beauty Labs Power a Quiet Revolution
Photo Credit: Getty Images When most people think of the beauty industry, they picture glitz, glamour, and glowing skin. But behind every...
Allyson Adams
Jul 28, 20252 min read


From Factory to Runway: Detroit’s Denim Revival
Photo Credit: Getty Images Detroit is no stranger to production. Known for fueling America’s automotive empire, the city’s industrial...
Allyson Adams
Jul 28, 20251 min read


Made in Michigan: The Rise of Fashion Manufacturing in the Auto Capital
Photo Credit: Getty Images Long celebrated for its automotive legacy, Michigan is weaving a fresh narrative—one where fashion,...
Allyson Adams
Jul 28, 20251 min read


Reflections from a Collard Green Cook-Off
The 3rd annual Collard Green Cook-Off set for July 26 at Chandler Park is more than a competition, it’s a cultural communion with greens juice as its elixir.

Darralynn Hutson
Jul 15, 20252 min read


Soft Life is Self-Defense: Why Rest is a Revolutionary Act
Photo Credit: Getty Images For years, I wore hustle like armor. Like many Black women, I was taught that rest was a reward—not a right....
Allyson Adams
Jun 30, 20252 min read


Sacred Corners: The Rise of Altar Aesthetics and Home Ritual Zones
Photo Credit: US Department of Labor In a world that constantly demands our attention, more people—especially women of color—are turning...
Allyson Adams
Jun 30, 20252 min read
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