Brands We Like: Angela & Roi [Interview]

                                 

Angela & Roi is a brand with a purpose. Handbag designers Angela and Roi Lee started A&R in order to merge classic, minimalist design style with philanthropy. They encourage you to "donate by color," with $5 from each sale going to one of eleven charities.  For example, a pink item supports breast cancer, red for HIV/ AIDS, and white for lung cancer.

Each handbag is made from high-quality vegan leather and durable fabrics and comes with a 100 day warranty.  Their bags are clean, with sleek designs and definitely look high end (I love it.) You can find all of the lovely bags from A&R at www.angelaroi.com.

Check out our exclusive interview with Chief Fashion Officer and Co-Founder: Angela, of Angela & Roi below:

How did you get started in the fashion industry?

Roi has always been a businessman, he found me and saw a future in the fashion industry with me. He saw my love for fashion, and as he loves me, he found a way to intertwine our passions. Growing up, my mother molded my interest in fashion, she bought me the best quality and most beautifully crafted handbags, and styled my outfits with impeccable taste; she showed me a whole new world. As I grew older, and independent of my parents, I learned the truth behind fashion. It was too expensive for me as a college student to buy these handbags I grew up with; I could no longer afford those high quality bags. I quickly realized no one sold quality bags with classic design for an affordable price. Why can’t luxury be affordable?

I Think I Love Her: Devyn Galindo.

First of all, I always appreciate what the ladies over at StyleLikeU are on, like at all times. They highlight such unique individuals and really find the essence of their characters like no other website seems to be able to do. One of their interviews from a few months ago was with Devyn Galindo, who I follow on Instagram, and always admired her style and gawgeous hair/face. Definitely watch it, because her style is dope and she has an interesting perspective.

For more on Devyn's work, head to her website or find her on Instagram here.

Peace.

Adorable Jaden Smith in Wonderland Magazine.

It's hard to believe Jaden Smith is only 14 YEARS OLD. It seems like he's already been around for a while seeing as though he already has a few movies under his belt and even a clothing line since his acting debut in 2006. Jaden's featured in Wonderland Magazine with an exclusive interview and a few shots styled by Andrew Davis and photographed by Rory van Millingen.

I love him in this floral sweatshirt by Katie Eary. It has the perfect touch of masculinity among all the flowers. The second look with the KTZ t-shirt and skateboard looks like something he'd wear on his own. He is just so cute. The Smith's are winning right now, as always.

Check the full interview for Wonderland here.