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1)Who is T.B.O. clothing and all members?
TBO clothing stands for The Big October Clothing. The members are me Joshua and my friend Sekou.
The Big October Clothing started in 2011. It is inspired by the month, the designer (Me/Josh), was born. The month of October brings a lot of art and design principles that T.B.O.C incorporates into this clothing line. The Big October Clothing is also inspired by many different types of art around the world. There are many different types of patterns, colors, & designs in the world that influence us to create great designs.  T.B.O.C is not limited to just the month of October! I have a passion to design clothes that have never been designed before. Our designs are new to the fashion world. Please watch The Big October Clothing Line grow year by year as we design plenty of creative collections. 
 
 2)      How long has TBO clothing been around?
One year! Wow does time fly.

4)   If ANYONE, dead or alive, could put on a shirt from TBO clothing, who would that person be? 
 Hmmm it would be Pharrell Williams.

5)      What inspired the beginnings for TBO clothing?  
Well I was in the mall wearing shades and wondered why people looked at me. Then I thought, it has to be the shades. That phrase was used to design the first t-shirt I’ve ever designed digitally.

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6)      What does it mean to you to be a SUCCESSFUL person?
A successful person is a person who sets unique goals for themselves and completes them.

7)      What are some features of this clothing line and who would want to shop TBO clothing?
We have creatively designed t-shirts. Mainly young adults want these dope exclusive items.

8)      When you aren’t working, what are your top 3 things to do?
 Top three things to do..let’s see
1. Grab some food
2. Learn new things
3. Hangout with my crew

9)      What’s your favorite meal from Waffle House?
 Haha! ATL questions << The All-Star Meal.

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 10)   Describe a time that you felt a roadblock in front of your goals and how you overcame it… and words of advice for anyone aspiring to meet their goals.
 I threw a promotional party for The Big October Clothing that a small amount of people came to. My goal was to reach hundreds of people that night, and that goal was demolished with others as well. I overcame this road block by finding other ways to promote The Big October Clothing.  By finding other ways it opened up new roads towards success. Word of advice, think things through before doing them.

11)   Upcoming events in Atlanta? 

June 14th is the grand opening of FreePluto.net. It’s a new online fashion boutique. They will have a release party in Atlanta at the royal peacock that The Big October Clothing will be a part of.
 
Attach clothing store in perimeter mall will be opening back up in June. Grab some new gear from The Big October Clothing at their store.

Also The Big October Clothing will be featured in USL Magazine on July 1st. Grab a copy of the magazine to see what the buzz is all about.

MAKE SURE TO STAY UP ON ALL THINGS “THE BIG OCTOBER” BROUGHT TO YOU BY fem-fATL!
 
Josh@thebigoctober.com
www.thebigoctober.com
www.twitter.com/thebigoctober
www.facebook.com/thebigoctoberclothing
www.youtube.com/thebigoctobertv

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Attenion ATL, get familiar with Ms. Carmen Veal.  I’ve had the pleasure of meeting her and working for her latest photoshoot featuring her high waist bikini designs… and just had to spread the love back at home!  Welcome her because she’s phenomenal, inspiring, and has a great taste for fashion.  She is definitely a fem-fATL. 

www.carmenveal.com

 

Who is Carmen Veal/Sani Auri and what does she do? A fashion designer and lover of ALL things fashion: accessories, makeup, clothing, shoes etc. Sani Auri is the name of my brand and company- named after my daughter (pronounced Sah- Nye Ahh-Ree). I [have been] designing clothing for women, specializing in body-con dress, rompers/catsuits & most recently my popular line of retro high waist bikinis. Next month I’ll be launching my new line of men’s ties and bowties (exclusive news for the fabulous supporters of Beautiful by Brittany).

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How long has she been doing what she does? I’ve been designing professionally for 3 years but “conveniently” since I was in high school. Sani Auri officially became an LLC in 2009.
Short and Long term goals?  Short term: kick off my Bikini pop Up shop (bikinipopupshop.com) where I’ll travel the world and appear at random yet convenient locations with my bikinis, sell them and move on to the next location. Long term: open my clothing nothing with my own designs within the next 5 years.

Bikini: @carmenveal Photo: @linkzphoto Makeup: @beautifulbyb Model: @Zhannda

If Carmen could design clothing for ANYONE, dead or alive, who would that person be? I absolutely adore the physical being of Marilyn Monroe. She exemplified a woman of style and elegance which is the exact way I present myself. I’m also in love with the Old Hollywood style of modeling. I can totally see her in my high waist bikinis and custom form fitting gowns modeling pin up style.

Bikinis: @Carmenveal Photo: @linkzphoto Makeup: @beautifulbyb (@zhannda, @melanielopez_, @mariannesylvia)

How did you learn to design/sew and what inspired you? My love for fashion originated from my love for color and patterns. I would flip through my older sister’s word up magazines in admiration of the fashion. That’s where it all began! I watched my aunt sew things around her house (curtains, throw pillows etc) eventually playing around with my grandma’s hand needles and threads. When my aunt passed, my family gave me her sewing machine and that is where the magic began (though I failed miserably at it and gave up). A few years laters I gave it a go again, playing around with a more modern machine that includes instructions– after about two weeks I had taught myself the basics of using a sewing machine. I then invested in private sewing lessons and perfected the craft.

What does it mean to you to be a POWERFUL woman?  A powerful person is someone who has an impact on the way a person thinks or feels. This person shares their own way of being and causes a positive reaction in another. This leads to a drive of inspiration and motivation for that person to become just as powerful.

LOVE LOVE this by @carmenveal

Are you involved in any other important initiatives in your life?  Yes! A huge part of the woman I am today is in great thanks to my daughter Sania. She’s autistic and is one of the sweetest kids I have ever known. Her condition caused so many different levels of sacrifice and pain that lead to positivity and growth. After facing the many challenges caused by autism, I learned to control it instead of allowing it to continue controlling me. I founded Hope 4 Autism, Inc in 2010 to help bridge the gap between autism & the community, and to support the families that are challenged with the same pains that once troubled me. Today I’m at peace with the condition and my relationship with Sania is as strong as its ever been. She’s my drive to continue being the absolute best that I can be.

When you aren’t working, what’s your top 3 things to do? Explore– I recently visited Europe for weeks also tried Fire Walking. They were the most amazing experiences in my world of exploring thus far. In a few weeks I’ll be going whale watching and on a cruise. I like to get out and enjoy the many things life offers.

What cities do you feel appreciate fashion the most?  I always thought New York and LA until I went to Europe. Barcelona is a dreamers reality in the world of fashion. It was amazing! I’m sure other places I’ve yet to explore are big on fashion but so far, these three places are on list of top 3.

Describe a time that you felt a roadblock in front of your goals and how you overcame it… and words of advice for anyone aspiring to meet their goals.  I did often actually, until I discovered the real roadblocks derive from the thoughts in my head. I learned to separate my ego from my drive which allows me become one with my work. When I work, I give it my all– I become one with it. As humans, we naturally have the tendency to over think things and form its own belief on what’s what, when in actuality, being aware without random roaming thoughts eliminate the room for conflict. I don’t allow my thoughts to dictate my future. What I would recommend others do is to [do what I did], read “A New Earth” by Eckhart Tolle, which helps you understand how the ego impacts every area in your life.

Upcoming events and next time you will be in Atlanta. I have the launching of my tie collection and my 3 year anniversary coming up. In addition to this I will be kicking off the Bikini Pop Up Shop’s tour! I don’t have any immediate plans to visit Atlanta but hopefully the opportunity presents itself very soon.

FOR MORE QUESTIONS, TO SHOW SOME LOVE, AND TO ORDER YOUR NEXT PIECE OF FASHION… CONTACT CARMEN VIA:

www.carmenveal.com
Twitter: @carmenveal
Facebook: @carmenveal
Instagram: @carmenveal
Pinterest: @carmenveal

MUCH LOVE AND SUCCESS CARMEN!

@BeautifulbyB

www.beautifulbybrittany.com

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Visit MelodyEhsani.com to check out more of her creative designs.

She’s got everything ranging from Pineapples, Flamingos, Tribal Inspirations, and Versace inspired lions, to get your accessory options right for the summertime!

“We shot in the freezing cold of February, but I was super down to have fun and get great shots. I zipped my mouth shut and kept my mind open to trying new things. Jasmine Imani styled it and since I loved her taste, it made my stubborn self open to going outside of my comfort zone…” – Vashtie

Walking through Inman park after a nice sunday brunch, My friend and I noticed a fem-fATL pink “I LOVE YOU” on a concrete wall… Mickey and I had to stop for a photo.

• MICKEY MOUSE SWEATSHIRT
• VINTAGE YELLOW BOYFRIEND CARDIGAN
• BDG HIGH WAIST SHORTS
• JC LITA’s