Who Knew Counterfeit Cheese Was a Thing?

Check your Parmesan cheese wheels, folks. They’ll soon have trackers. At least the ones from Parmigiano Reggiano will. And to answer the question, yes, counterfeit cheese is a thing and it is a $2 billion industry. Almost as much as the legitimate counterpart’s profits at $2.44 billion. Parmigiano Reggiano will put trackers in 100k of their cheese wheels to curb the frauds . High-tech transponders … Continue reading Who Knew Counterfeit Cheese Was a Thing?

Diva ChroniclesMay 19, 2022May 19, 2022Leave a comment

Accessories, Entrepreneurship, Fashion

Product Highlight: Buy Black Art Tote by Cede Supply

The Buy Back Art tote was launched by Cede Supply in honor of Black History month, but is still for sale. The company committed to donated 10% of the proceeds to their #Sowacede foundation which “which focuses on funding of the arts, financial literacy, and emotional intelligence with our youth” (Cede Supply). The style of the tote is fashioned after the Dior Book Tote, which … Continue reading Product Highlight: Buy Black Art Tote by Cede Supply

Diva ChroniclesApril 20, 2022April 17, 2022Leave a comment

Fashion, Fashion News

Fashion News: The Date is Released for Jenee’s of High Low Luxxe Amazon Drop Collection + Collection Preview

One thing I have enjoyed watching is the positive reception Black content creators have been getting on their Amazon the Drop collections. So much so, a few, including Jenne’ have gone on to design multiple Drops. It shows that what Black people create reaches diverse audiences and the Black dollar is green and spends too! Jenee’ announced on her Instagram that her long awaited collection … Continue reading Fashion News: The Date is Released for Jenee’s of High Low Luxxe Amazon Drop Collection + Collection Preview

Diva ChroniclesApril 17, 2022April 17, 2022Leave a comment

Fashion

Product Highlight: Denim Yoyo Mule by Nine West

Denim is back! Not as in denim jeans and jackets, but accessories too. Denim corsets, handbags, and shoes are making waves this season. Enter the Yoyo mule by Nine West. The mule encompasses a few trends seamlessly in one. First, the mule style itself that we’ve been seeing for several seasons thanks to the Bottega mules 2. Speaking of Bottega, the style is reminiscent of … Continue reading Product Highlight: Denim Yoyo Mule by Nine West

Diva ChroniclesMarch 30, 2022March 30, 2022Leave a comment

Beauty, Beauty News

Beauty News: 711 Launches Coffee Scrub

Imagine running to the local 711 for a coffee…scrub. Yes, 711 claims their coffee is so good that they’ve packaged it up and are selling a scrub made from their house grounds for only $1. The exfoliant will be sold exclusively at Adore Beauty, an Australian based beauty conglomerate. What do you think? Willing to try a 711 coffee scrub? Continue reading Beauty News: 711 Launches Coffee Scrub

Diva ChroniclesMarch 21, 2022Leave a comment

Fashion, Shopping

4 Upcoming Product Launches You Need to Have on Your Radar

Spring has officially begins and so have the product launches! Diva Chronicles is an advocate of supporting and shopping small businesses, especially Black or minority and/or woman owned businesses. Some of these brands have been reported here before and one is new. They all have their cult followings, so if you see anything you like, set your alarms and get ready! 1. @Glamaholic Lifestyle Loyal … Continue reading 4 Upcoming Product Launches You Need to Have on Your Radar

Diva ChroniclesMarch 21, 2022March 20, 2022Leave a comment

Fashion, Shopping

Diva’s Deal Report: These Mules Are the Perfect Brown Girl Nude

I’m sure we know by now the word “nude” represents a spectrum and is not beige, right? If you are on the darker brown end of the nude spectrum, a nude shoes isn’t as easy to find. They are more accessible as before, but still not as plentiful. So with that being said, when you see your shade of cocoa brown nude, you must jump … Continue reading Diva’s Deal Report: These Mules Are the Perfect Brown Girl Nude

Diva ChroniclesMarch 20, 2022March 20, 2022Leave a comment

Fashion, Shopping

NL the Label’s SS 2022 Pink Collection

Think pink! Also, think feathers, sequins, and lewks because that is what the Spring/Summer ’22 collection from NL the Label is giving. Check out the collection below and click the link if anything strikes your fancy! Pretty Bird Feather Trim Hoodie 2. Dipped in Love Jumpsuit 3. Pop the Top Bucket Hat 4. Showin’ Out Sequin Trench Coat Continue reading NL the Label’s SS 2022 Pink Collection

Diva ChroniclesFebruary 12, 2022Leave a comment

Culture

Here’s Why Bath and Body Works Missed the Mark with Their Black History Month Collection

Many retail outlets are showing their support for Black culture and history this Black History Month. One of those outlets is Bath and Body Works. The retailer has a cult following who lines up for hours to grab their candles and wall flowers when they have their big yearly sales. This year, BBW released a limited edition collection in honor or Black History Month as … Continue reading Here’s Why Bath and Body Works Missed the Mark with Their Black History Month Collection

Diva ChroniclesFebruary 6, 2022February 6, 2022Leave a comment

Fashion

Fashion News: Fashion Icon, Andre Leon Talley, Passes Away at 73

Andre Leon Talley, a prolific force in fashion and trailblazer, has passed away at the age of 73. He is best known for his role as the former Editor-at-Large at Vogue, often serving as confident and consultant to longtime Editor-in-Chief, Anna Wintour. As tall man, standing 6’6”, he was known for wearing long and luxurious flowing, often custom made m, capes and coats. He was … Continue reading Fashion News: Fashion Icon, Andre Leon Talley, Passes Away at 73

Diva ChroniclesJanuary 19, 2022Leave a comment