MEDIA
The Daily Illini
The Daily Illini is a student-based newspaper that caters to students from the University of Illinois in Urbana-Champaign and the local community. The Daily Illini did a full page spread on the background of Sincerely Fearless and the process of our first fashion show "Clothing Optional". The article featured pictures of our products as well as a photoshoot of the Co-Owner Kate Manoucheka and the fashion show planning board Bianca Gay, Danielle Harth, Jade Williams and Grace A.
Smile Politely
Smile Politely is an independent online magazine based in Champaign-Urbana. Smile Politely wrote an online article that delved into the formation of Sincerely Fearless and our "Clothing Optional" fashion show. http://www.smilepolitely.com/culture/local_sisters_start_online_jewelry_boutique/
Live It Love It Do It
Check out the blog post on Sincerely Fearless from Live It Love It Do It: http://liveitloveitdoit.com/site/2012/09/artist-spotlight-sincerely-fearless/
Uncommon Aptitude
Check out the profile story done on Sincerely Fearless' Co-Owner, Kate Manoucheka for Uncommon Aptitude. Uncommon Aptitude is a site dedicated to sharing inspiring stories with high school students who are worried about applying to college. Click the link for a little more insight on 1/2 of the SinFear company. http://uncommonaptitude.com/kate-manoucheka-airey-fashion-entrepreneur/
USA Today (College Edition)
USA Today (College Edition) wrote an article featuring Co-Owner, Kate Manoucheka Airey & her endeavors with Sincerely Fearless. Click the link to read it: http://www.usatodayeducate.com/staging/index.php/ccp/from-start-ups-to-small-businesses-entrepreneurship-gains-post-grad-popularity
MHE Magazine
MHE Magazine is an Atlanta-based Beauty and Lifestyle magazine that caters to women of color. MHE did a full spread on the Industry Standard Fashion Show that featured Sincerely Fearless. We're even pictured in the article, on the lower left hand side. Want a copy? Get it from mhemagazine.com
SINCERE LOVE
We spy with our eye some familiar faces rocking Sincerely Fearless Jewelry and showing us LOVE!
Elle Varner, Soulful Songstress
Songstress, Elle Varner (@ellevarner) showing Sincerely Fearless love by making a post of her sporting our "Foxxy Cleopatra" earrings. She also commented on how much she enjoyed our jewelry and heartfelt note to her.
Comments from Elle Varner!
Naturi Naugthon, Former 3LW Singer/"Power" TV Series & "Notorious" Movie Actress
The talented actress and singer @naturi4real who we've admired since her 3LW days to "Notorious" and now the "Power" series is rocking our "Gotta L<3ve Africa" necklace.
Naturi Naughton leaving us "Star Struck" on the red carpet wearing our earrings!
Tink, Rapper & Singer
Chicago-bred singer and rapper, Tink G aka Timbaland's newest protégé showed us love for sending her some pieces for her photoshoot back in 2013. She is modeling our "Cuff These..." earrings and "Mixtape Classic" necklace.
Kaleena Harper, "Dirty Money" & "Love & Hip Hop Atlanta" Star
Celebrity stylist @julianlark from @kontrolmag's did a shoot with @kdiddybop aka Kalenna from Love & Hip Hop (and former Dirty Money member) and put her in our "You've Crossed The Line" necklace. Doesn't she look fabulous?
Ledisi, Singer and Songwriter
Neo-Soul Vocalist, Ledisi (@ledisi) donning our "Peak My Interest" necklace at an event.
Erica Hubbard, "Let's Stay Together" & "Lincoln Heights" Actress
#Repost from the beautiful actress @1ericahubbard who's best known for her roles on "Let's Stay Together" & "Lincoln Heights"! Thanks for showing us love & you look amazing rocking our "That's All Me" necklace. We're glad you love your new piece!!
Lil Mama, Rapper & Actor
Lil Mama on the set of Kontrol Magazine's Photoshoot rocking our "You've Crossed The Line" necklace.
Taj, Sisters With Voices (SWV) Singer
Tamara "Taj" Johnson-George (@tajgeorge) from SWV rocking our "Sleek" ring in Kontrol Magazine.
BiBi McGill, Beyonce's Guitarist
Guitarist, Bibi McGill (@bibimcgill) who you catch rippin' the stage alongside Beyonce or teaching yoga classes in her spare time. She loved her Sincerely Fearless jewelry! She's wearing our "Bicycle Chain" necklace, "African Tusks" bracelet and holding our "Golden Continent" necklace.
Ashley Everett, Beyonce's Lead Dancer
Ashley Everett (@ashleycmeverett), lead dancer to Beyonce fearlessly rocking her Sincerely Fearless accessories! Ashley is rocking our "Gotta L<3ve Africa" (Silver) as well as holding our "Labyrinth" and "Cockpit (Hematite)" earrings.
Kimmie Gee, Beyonce's Lead Dancer
Kimmie Gee (@kimmiegeedotcom), lead dancer to Beyonce and owner of Kimmestry rocking her gorgeous natural afro with out "Foxxy Cleopatra" earrings.
Saycon Sengbloh, "Scandal" Actress and Broadway Superstar
Saycon Sengbloh (@vintagepopsoul) has been featured in numerous shows on Broadway (Fela, The Color Purple, Wicked, Aida & more) & is currently on the cast for "Motown the Musical". She recently did a cameo on the popular series "Scandal". Also, she's a recording artist so be sure to check out her single " Be Here"! She is rocking our "Duafe Comb" earrings, "Golden Continent" necklace and "Sneaky Snake" earcuff.
YOUTUBE VLOGGERS
CharyJay
Check out the Sincerely Fearless jewelry showcase done by the oh so fabulous, natural hair vlogger CharyJay!
BeautifulBrwnBabyDol
Youtube sensation BeautifulBrwnBabyDol showed off her new Sincerely Fearless gear!
The Monroe Sisters: MsVaughn and Meechy Monroe
Youtube's favorite natural sisters, MsVaughn and Meechy Monroe teamed up with Sincerely Fearless to make urban and summer inspired look videos featuring Sincerely Fearless accessories. Take a look to see these stylish sisters creative outfit combinations with our bold accessories.
"5 Looks of Summer" "Urban Fashion Inspiration"
Industry Standard Fashion Show
January 22, 2012
Sincerely Fearless was honored with the privilege of having a scene in the Industry Standard Fashion show held by MsVaughn, Meechy Monroe and BeautifulBrwnBabyDol. The show took place on January 22nd in Chicago, IL and was the very first time Sincerely Fearless hit the runway. It was such an amazing opportunity!!!
For more coverage on the Industry Standard Fashion Show check out the following links:
-BlackGirlLongHair: http://blackgirllonghair.com/2012/01/the-industry-standard-natural-hair-beauty-fashion-show-in-chicago/
-Meechy Monroe: http://meechymonroe.com/?p=5099
To check out our scene in the show go to: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QxhFFY7YAQg
Sincerely Fearless' "Clothing Optional" Fashion Show
April 20, 2012
Sincerely Fearless held their first ever fashion show "Clothing Optional" at Soma Ultralounge in Downtown Champaign, IL during Mom's Weekend at University of Illinois. The fashion show was an upscale evolution based accessories show with a poetic twist. Local designers were featured such as Le Shoppe, WDLTH, GOCA, Adlibs by crazy.sexy.cool., Dawn Bananas, Bianca Gay, Danielle Harth and Grace Ajanku. There also were performances by Dave Coresh, Klevah, Jay Moses and Selektiv Syndication. Our first show went amazingly and will definitely not be our last.
For more photos from the show: https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.396014303775933.100664.272524292791602&type=3
Sincerely Fearless' "Survival of the Fearless" Fashion Show
April 21, 2013
For Photos from the Show: https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.563944953649533.1073741825.272524292791602&type=3
Champaign's UI 7 News did a feature story on our fashion show.