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INTERVIEW: William Okpo Sisters on Inspiration, Family & Guilty Pleasures

Danika Daly — Thu, 12 Jan 2012 18:45:18 +0000

William Okpo is the brainchild of sisters Lizzy and Darlene Okpo for the contemporary, confident woman. Named as an ode to their father whose killer style has always been an inspiration to them, the Okpo sisters have garnered a lot of attention in the past year. The brand is sold at Opening Ceremony in NY and LA; they have become street style stars for their amazing wardrobe, accessories and long locks; and they recently teamed with Brook&Lyn to create a cape and pouch. We caught up with the Brooklyn-based design duo to find out what it’s like working with a family member, their current muse and guilty pleasures.

What inspired you to become designers?

Like most young people who couldn’t afford the latest and the greatest, we found a way to make our own out of whatever was available to us. From there, we felt a constant need to create what we didn’t see readily available.

What is it like working with your sister?

It’s a blessing. Everyone should work with their sister. It’s definitely a new relationship you have to adapt to, of course. We get to know a different side of each other, the business side. The best thing about it is we act as a strong force because we clearly understand each other’s strengths and weaknesses. Most importantly, there are never any hard feelings.

Who is your muse at the moment?

All the young people putting their right foot forward and following their hearts. We need more leaders and innovators in this world. We’ve been noticing more and more young people taking advantage of this creative movement happening.

Cheap Eats & Outfit Splurges: Brooklyn Weekend

Amanda Gabriele — Mon, 18 Jul 2011 20:44:28 +0000

One of our favorite reads at FashionIndie, New York Magazine, just came out with its “Cheap Eats” issue, including 20 mouthwatering pages with the best food under $25 in New York City. Being in fashion and all, we frivolously spend most of our hard-earned cash on clothing and accessories. But that doesn’t mean we resort to street dogs and bad pizza (ewww). Over the course of three days, we will show you where you can get a cheap tasty bite while wearing the outfit you splurged on. Today, a weekend in Brooklyn.

Check out page two for the perfect outfit to splurge on for a food frenzy weekend in Brooklyn.

Couple at coffee bar

BREAKING NEWS: Anna Wintour Spotted Shopping in Brooklyn

Amanda Gabriele — Thu, 23 Dec 2010 16:43:05 +0000

And all of us 718 residents are just so proud. Brownstoner spotted Anna Wintour browsing the Gifted Holiday Market at One Hanson Place yesterday. Maybe fried chicken and waffles at Buttermilk Channel is next for the Vogue queen. Glad I wasn’t the only one doing last-minute Christmas shopping.

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GET TICKETS FOR THE BROOKLYN FASHION FESTIVAL

Saynt — Mon, 31 Aug 2009 20:22:11 +0000

New York Fashion Week is quickly approaching, but it’s the collections over in Williamsburg that have got our attention.

Featuring live performances and runway shows by eight up and coming designers, the Brooklyn Fashion Festival is sure to be a mix of great designs and music by Chin Chin and Mixed Pixel. More details on the line up and designers can be found here, BrooklynFashionFestival.com.

Fashion Indie Week Brooklyn Registration REDUCED!!!

Saynt — Mon, 04 Aug 2008 15:48:27 +0000

Big news Brooklyn based indies. Thanks in large part to our corporate sponsors (Smart Car, Berkeley College, Guru Energy Drink) we’ve been able to reduce our registration fees for Fashion Indie Week Brooklyn!!!

This is big news for the hundreds of boutiques and designers that have already registered but we’re apprehensive to put up the cash for our $500 registration fee. Now you can register for Fashion Indie Week Brooklyn for only $50 bucks. Best of all, all the designers and boutiques who have already registered will get back the cash-money they already put down for registration. (yeah, we’re loaded like that).

If you want more information on the events taking place during Fashion Indie Week Brooklyn head to our info site. If you’re ready to register for Fashion Indie Week Brooklyn, click here to get on the calendar.