Reppin Africa: Ghanian architect David Adjaye - Shows Furniture Collection & Talks Architects in Africa

Ghanian architect David Adjaye shows us that there are opportunities for African architects in Africa and abroad. He recently has unveiled his first furniture collection, designed for American retailer Knoll, which includes two cantilevered side chairs and a limited edition coffee table.

How To Break Through: Famous blogger Necole Bitchie Talks About Her Succes

Our favorite and most successful blogger Necole Bitchie  is truly an inspiration! She recently got a feature in Black Web 2.0  where she discusses what she loves to do when she step away from the computer, as well as the actual business side of blogging and her future plans.

Fashion News: Jeremy Scott Is Moschino's New Creative Director

From former Moschino intern, to creative director of the fashion house... YES a true success story for Jeremy Scott. The American designer will present his first collection for the 30-year-old Italian house during Milan Fashion Week in February next year.

How To Break Through: Interview - Performing Artist nayKid

All across London, they emerge from Tube stations and the doors of puttering buses into the cold street; bags slung over their shoulders and taut stomachs beneath thick winter overcoats. You wouldn’t recognise them, as they head for freezing upstairs rooms in tatty gymnasiums and slink into backstage theatre doors. You wouldn’t know their faces, even though they appear regularly in sold-out musicals and on the nation’s favourite television shows. Our question is: WHAT MOVES THEM? Elegancy101 caught up with Performing Artist Justine "nayKid" Campagnard who now resides in London to further her dancing career!

Beach Wear Spread: Karrueche Tran Spreads Bleu Magazine

Karrueche Tran just landed another modeling job! She’s covering the second issue of Bleu Magazine’s beauty and lifestyle. Her styling is on point! Peep the full spread after the jump:

How To Break Through: The Process Of Jewelry Creation By Evi~lance

If you love bold, make-a-statement accessories, you might just fall in love with the offerings from Evi~lance. It is known for its SELF-MADE outrageous and very eccentric designs. But how does the art/jewelry designer Evita Tjon A Ten go about her work? Find it out after the jump: 

How To Break Through: Malaika Firth first black model For Prada Campaign Since 1994

Malaika Firth is the first black model to star in a Prada advert since Naomi Campbell in 1994. Not bad for a 19-year-old! Malaika Firth's first ever campaign is starring in the autumn/winter 2013 advertising campaign. While Malaika sees it as a triumph she doesn’t consider herself to be ‘black’. Find out what more she had to say!

How To Break Through: Bria Murphy Talks About Anorexia In The Modeling Industry

Bria Murphy, the beautiful daughter of legendary Eddie Murphy recently recently sat down with ABC’s Good Morning America where she dished on the modeling industry. Bria haves the perfect size for her dream career as a Victoria Secret model, but she still says the pressure to stay thin is definitely real. Read her interview here:

Shop Accessories Online: Leroy's Place - Self Printed Accessories!

Born and raised in Norman, Oklahoma, Serene graduated from Reed College with a degree in Anthropology in 2007. Her art work is contemporary and whimsical. She draws heavily from an interest in graffiti and street art; particularly in terms of the materials she uses. These prints are made from Leroy's Place original paintings. Every monster is hand-drawn onto vintage paintings using pen and paint. Are you curious on how she pulls it off? Read her story and shop her collection after the jump:

How To Break Through: Interview With the AFRICAN WOMAN OF THE YEAR 2012 - Justina Mutale!

Today we have another fabulous addition to our “How To Break Through” series! Justina Mutale is one of the most influential and inspirational women of African origin. She is even named AFRICAN WOMAN OF THE YEAR 2012. She is also a mega award-winning international celebrity PR Maven; Social Entrepreneur; International Speaker; humanist; philanthropist; philosopher; as well as HIV/AIDS, Women’s, Children’s & Human Rights Activist and Advocate. Justina serves as Patron, Ambassador, Trustee and Board Member of several humanitarian, community and charitable organizations in the UK and overseas. WOW, thats a lot! But what we really want to know is.... how did she break through and achieved all these succeses. Read the interview after the jump:

How To Break Through: Interview With Singer Ntjam Rosie

 Happy monday readers! Elegancy101 was lucky enough to get some 101 time with Dutch Soul/Jazz sensation Ntjam Rosie! Ntjam Rosie's latest album is called ‘At the back of beyond’ . She has taught herself to play the guitar and developed a bright new uplifting, style. Ntjam Rosie has her own label: Gentle Daze Records  and she has been nominated for the magazine ELLE Personal Style Awards because of her unique personal style. Read the interview below:

Q. Who is Ntjam Rosie exactly (your age, origin, place of birth etc)?
I am 30 years old and I was born in Cameroon, Africa.

How To Break Through: Jourdan Dunn's Cover Story

Jourdan Dunn chatted with Net-A-Porter’s The Edit magazine where she discusses racism in the Fashion Industry, her Son, and so much more. She is just 22, but still managed to cover Vogue Italia, being the first black model to walk for Prada in over a decade and caring for a son with sickle-cell disease. Read the copied cover story after the jump:

How To Break Through: As a Plus Size Model

What are the ups and downs a plus size model has to go through during her modeling career? Elegancy101 had the pleasure of interviewing plus size model Florencia. She has been modeling for quite some time, and is currently signed with a Model Agency.

Lifestyle Mental Health: Tips On How To Control Your Anger!

It’s normal to get angry at times. Screaming or fuming for hours after the driver in front of you failed to use their turn signal is not. Uncontrolled anger is a danger to your health, your job your marriage, your relationships and most importantly, your life.

Health: Suprising Habits That Cause Depression

Many things can cause depression, such as financial trouble, the loss of a loved one or an illness. In addition, there may not be a concrete reason for your depression. However, experts have pinpointed a few surprising things that can cause depression – that most people would never suspect.

How To Break Through Discussion: “Why don’t our own race support or credit each other that often?

2 months ago, Nene Leakes (The Real Housewives of Atlanta) was the talk of the town when she snagged Ebony’s Annual Power 100 cover complete with a photo of her bathing in diamonds. As soon as the cover was revealed online, Ebony Magazine was slammed for glorifying a reality star, with some readers questioning if the magazine had lost their credibility. Nene recently sat down for a chat with The Daily Beast and didn’t hold back as she responded to the criticism while saying that African American women can be so negative towards their own people. After reading Nene's response on the criticism of her Ebony cover (read after the jump) I could relate to her and asked myself the same question “Why doesn’t our own race support or credit each other that often?"

How To Break Through: Rosci Diaz Gives Advice For Women In The Biz

Former 106 & park host Rosci Diaz recently shot a fab spread for PYNK magazine with a "Goodbye New York" theme where she talks about celebrity friends & advice for women in the biz.

How To Break Through: Overcome Rejection!

Any kind of rejection, no matter if it's in love, your career, friends, a book proposal or anything else, is not something that should affect how happy you are. Rejection doesn't feel great and sometimes it feels unfathomable but it shouldn't be something you permit to take away happiness from your life. The suffering that happens when rejection occurs comes from over-thinking the "loss" that you feel you're suffering, be it loss of an opportunity, loss of a special relationship or loss of some other kind. The reality of life is that rejection will form a part of it––there will be occasions when your job application, your date request or your ideas for change will be rejected by someone, somewhere. It is a healthy attitude to accept that rejection is a part of life and to acknowledge that what really matters is finding the way to bounce back and try again.