One of the main reasons I created LoveBrownSugar was because I saw a real lack of representation for women of color in the fashion and beauty industries. Not only was I tired of seeing the same faces on the cover of magazines, I was also tired of not getting style and beauty advice that fit my aesthetic and spoke to me as a consumer.
With that in mind, I created a platform that would celebrate women of color and the beauty in our diversity. Because of that mission, I truly get excited about any and every project that highlights strides in the direction of inclusion. So when I heard that Corey Huggins, Founder and Global CEO of love, Aunt Bonnie was behind Cosmoprof’s very first beauty showcase geared towards women of color, I was not only intrigued but excited. FINALLY, at a major global luxury trade show like Cosmoprof, there will be an original showcase of the best and brightest in up & coming brown beauty brands.
So I went to Cosmoprof’s preview event in NYC to get an up close and personal look at the “Tones of Beauty” showcase that will be on display in Vegas this upcoming July. While there, I ran into brands like Design Essentials and Earth’s Nectar – both brands I already love and swear by. I also experienced CLIQUE by Roble for the first time and LAMIK cosmetics, which I’ve been hearing SO much about for such a long time.
The man behind love, Aunt Bonnie and the Tones of Beauty showcase, Corey Huggins, explains that his real passion is providing a resource for Black & Brown women while connecting brands with consumers. That’s the real mission of his company, affectionately named after his actual Aunt Bonnie who taught him everything he knows about beauty.
While at the Cosmoprof preview, I ran into beauties like naturalista and reality star Africa Miranda, bloggers Ty Alexander of Gorgeous in Grey and Carrie Pink.
I also ran into CLIQUE founder himself – Chef Roble who crafted the delicious cocktails of the hour.
I had a great time at the event and honestly can’t wait to see what’s next for the love, Aunt Bonnie brand and for Cosmoprof. So excited – brown beauty is making so many advances and I’m seeing many of them unfold right before my eyes.
What about you? Do you feel like we’ve made some advances in the industry for brown beauties and fashionistas? How do you think things can improve? Let me know!
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