Danielle Kwateng

New York

Executive Editor at Teen Vogue

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Articles

The Must-Have Sneaker of the Season Just Added Five Colorways

2 weeks ago | teenvogue.com | Danielle Kwateng

Salomon is one of those brands that, unless you've been living in outer space, is known to be for the “cool kids.” Celebrities like Timothée Chalamet, Bella Hadid, and Hailey Bieber have been wearing the brand for years. During the pandemic, everyone wanted to be as comfortable as possible, which saw the rise of relaxed cores like Quiet Outdoors and Gorpcore style that embraced technical, stretch, absorbent, and conscious athleticwear.
I Made a Museum-Worthy Gallery Wall Using Just My Phone

Dec 13, 2024 | teenvogue.com | Danielle Kwateng

Teen Vogue's Twentysomethings Guide is your go-to resource for the more confusing parts of going out on your own. I love art and photography. When I first started at Teen Vogue, one of my first franchises was Art School, dedicated to amplifying young artists. Good photography instantly makes me feel something — relaxed, nostalgic, appreciative — which is why I like it all around me. In my own home, I'm constantly framing and moving art from wall to wall.
Demi Lovato Is “Excited” to Plan Her Wedding

Nov 25, 2024 | teenvogue.com | Danielle Kwateng

A wedding is on Demi Lovato's horizon. At Teen Vogue Summit, the singer shared that she's in full planning mode for her upcoming nuptials to fiancé Jordan "Jutes" Lutes — and is loving the process. "It's going really good," she told Teen Vogue's editor-in-chief Versha Sharma about the wedding. “It's coming together. And I'm really excited about it. I'm a little stressed because there are so many things that you have to plan that I had no idea about.
Demi Lovato Is “Excited” to Plan Her Wedding

Nov 25, 2024 | yahoo.com | Danielle Kwateng

A wedding is on Demi Lovato's horizon. At Teen Vogue Summit, the singer shared that she's in full planning mode for her upcoming nuptials to fiancé Jordan "Jutes" Lutes — and is loving the process. "It's going really good," she told Teen Vogue's editor-in-chief Versha Sharma about the wedding. “It's coming together. And I'm really excited about it. I'm a little stressed because there are so many things that you have to plan that I had no idea about.
Bad Bunny Basically Wore the Puerto Rican Flag to Vote in 2024 Election After Supporting Kamala Harris

Nov 5, 2024 | teenvogue.com | Danielle Kwateng

Benito has cast his ballot — in style. On Tuesday, Bad Bunny was spotted wearing red slacks, a baby blue button-up, Jacques Marie Mage sunglasses, and black platforms to the gubernatorial election. An ode to the Puerto Rican flag? We'd like to think so. In line, fans took photos and videos excited about the stylish musician serving his civic duty by voting. After, the 30-year-old spoke to TelemundoPR about the importance of voting, something he's been vocal about for years.
Black Dandy Style Explained

Oct 15, 2024 | teenvogue.com | Danielle Kwateng

All products are independently selected by our editors. If you buy something, we may earn an affiliate commission. On October 9, the Metropolitan Museum of Art announced the theme for the 2025 Costume Institute Gala as “Superfine: Tailoring Black Style." This will be the first time in twenty years that the exhibit will feature exclusively menswear which has particular resonance with African American history.
Gap Tapped Cult Gaia To Give Us the Fall Uniform of Our Dreams

Oct 10, 2024 | teenvogue.com | Danielle Kwateng

All products are independently selected by our editors. If you buy something, we may earn an affiliate commission. On October 10, GAP debuted its newest collection with Los Angeles-based brand Cult Gaia. For over 50 years, GAP has remained one of the most recognizable American fashion brands because of its clean basics. But of course, "basics" don't have to be boring and year after year, the brand has proved that by collaborating and consulting heavyweights in fashion.
LFW Designers Phoebe English, Harris Reed, and More Prioritize Sustainability in SS25 Collections

Sep 18, 2024 | teenvogue.com | Danielle Kwateng

The British Fashion Council celebrated 40 years of runway shows this season and their most carried-through achievement has to be so many of its designers' unwavering dedication to sustainability. Runway after runway show had garments made from natural fibers, deadstock fabrics, and/or pieces colored with organic dyes — while also casting a wide net of models of different ethnicities, sizes, gender identities, and ages.
How Inky Pinky Ponky Writer Amanaki Prescott-Faletau Flipped the Script on the Coming-of-Age Story

Sep 3, 2024 | teenvogue.com | Danielle Kwateng

In one scene of Inky Pinky Ponky, the new movie based on the play by Amanaki Prescott-Faletau and co-starring New Zealand breakout star JP Foliaki, the main character Lisa (Prescott-Faletau) has applied makeup to get ready for school. Her mom removes it in a frustrated frenzy yelling that she’s a boy and should act accordingly.
Yes, I'm Going to Wear This Who Decides War Bag With Literally Everything In My Closet

Aug 21, 2024 | teenvogue.com | Danielle Kwateng

Who Decides War has quickly become the hottest show (and one of the hottest brands) at New York Fashion Week. Long lines, popular influencers, burgeoning rappers, and eager editors all mark the signs of a brand that's gained visibility. Power couple Téla D’Amore and Ev Bravado have created a buzz around their label that's only strengthened by consistently edgy collections.