Upscale Magazine

1 week ago | upscalemagazine.com | Leslie E Royal |Christina Bronner

BDR Black redefines gender-neutral luxury. From Bloomingdale’s to ATL Fashion Week, this brand blends disruption, elegance, and purpose into every piece. Fresh off the heels of this week’s Met Gala—where dandyism and purposeful disruption took center stage—we spotlight a designer and brand equally driven by intention: BDR Black. Rooted in Baltimore but thriving in Atlanta, this fashion house doesn’t simply challenge norms; it reimagines them.

2 weeks ago | upscalemagazine.com | Christina Bronner

By Dr. Courtney A. HammondsSenior Fashion Editor, Upscale MagazineDiesel has never played by the rules—and last week, they proved it again with a bold foray into the world of eyewear. Under the visionary direction of Glenn Martens and in collaboration with optical titan EssilorLuxottica, Diesel’s first-ever eyewear collection launched at Neiman Marcus Atlanta. But for me, it wasn’t just a product reveal—it was a full-circle moment.

4 weeks ago | upscalemagazine.com | Leslie E Royal

Art Melanated, the visionary nomadic gallery redefining how Black art is curated and collected, hosted a radiant and unforgettable opening night for its latest exhibition, Children of the Sun, at Sotheby’s Beverly Hills. The private reception, held on April 17th, marked a historic collaboration between Art Melanated founders Sol and Jennia Aponte and one of the world’s most respected art institutions — creating a cultural moment that fused fine art with entertainment, legacy, and joy.

1 month ago | upscalemagazine.com | Christina Bronner

Visionary Business Leader and Brand Strategist to Drive Cultural Impact and Global ExpansionATLANTA, GA—[April 16, 2025]— In The Black Network (ITBN), a hybrid TVOD + AVOD streaming service founded by renowned television producer, filmmaker, and entertainment industry executive James DuBose, highlights original stories and authentic voices from across the Black diaspora and communities of color, proudly announces the appointment of Chanel Nicole Scott as Chief Marketing Officer (CMO).

1 month ago | upscalemagazine.com | Christina Bronner

The Trailblazing Black Supermodel Who Made History on British Vogue, Co-Produced by Writer and Visionary Isoul HarrisAs the fashion world continues to grapple with the fullness of its history, a new light shine on a trailblazer far too many forgot—or never knew. Donyale Luna: Supermodel, the powerful HBO documentary co-produced by writer and visionary Isoul Harris, reveals the poignant and provocative life of the first Black woman to grace the cover of Vogue.