What's the BUZZ? Made by Malyia x BuzzFeed #BuyBlack Pop-Up

On the last day of February, we ended black history month with BuzzFeed's #BuyBlack Pop-up shop! The amazing editor's at BuzzFeed brought together a collective of small black-owned businesses. This moment was a full circle moment for us, last year BuzzFeed featured our brand 9 Beauty And Style Products You Didn't Know You Needed Until Now. It was one of our first major features and they have continued to highlight and support us. 

Check out the pictures from BuzzFeed's #BuyBlack Pop-up Shop below! I met so many business owners I admire like Danessa Lyrics, it was a great time. The BuzzFeed office is a photoshoot heaven so be prepared, I took pictures all over the office! lol

To celebrate, enjoy 15% off your entire order March 1st through April 1st. Use code BUZZFEED at checkout. Find out what's the buzz. Shop here

Danessa Myricks Pro Makeup Artist CEO Danessa Myricks Beauty

My friend Jaime came by!

Made by Malyia Jewel rocking her new Single hoop Faux nose ring. Looks just like the real thing.

My friend Candace stopped by to show some love!

Kalilah Wright CEO Mess in a Bottle

ESSENCE STREET STYLE BLOCK PARTY x MADAM CJ WALKER BEAUTY

This years NYFW was jammed packed with events but one event I couldn't miss is the Essence Street Style Block Party. The official beauty sponsor was Madame CJ Walker and I had the pleasure of partnering with them and I even received a mini makeover session by one of their stylist. 

I love the brand and the products are great. Sold exclusively at Sephora the pastel color coded and modern packaging with labels make an effort to prove the products work for all hair textures.

Check out the pictures I snapped after getting my mane tamed. 

Outfit details

Jewelry-Made by Malyia Jewelry Shop collection HERE 

Top/Shoes-Zara 

Pants- Demestik New York Shop HERE

Red, White + TRUE Campaign! What is TRUE to you?

The last week has been a difficult one for me, my team and the world due to the recent deaths of Alton Sterling, Philando Castile and the 5 police officers in Dallas,Texas. I wasn’t going to address this publicly but then I realized one of the reasons I became an entrepreneur was the freedom it provides. 

My goal as a black woman, creative and entrepreneur is to provide young people with representation and encouragement to chase their dreams. I volunteer frequently with young girls affected by homelessness and poverty. We discuss social issues that directly affect them and I know the importance of community in times of uncertainty and hurt. As a creative I use my platform to exemplify the change and representation often lacking in the fashion industry, so I couldn’t simply remain silent. I decided to pause all social media post and not release this blog to give myself time to reflect and figure out how I to best shine a positive light in all the darkness. This campaign is my attempt to create community and self reflection. 

I created the Red, White + True campaign which was originally to be released during the week of Fourth of July to highlight 4 other creative influencers including bloggers, stylist and actors that are breaking boundaries.

The project asks them to share what they hold true. What is TRUE to you? Don’t miss the opportunity to share and engage with those that mean the world to you. See below for the full photo campaign and the influencers thoughts on what they hold true. We want to hear from you share your thoughts with us in the comments. Sending love and light...

CEO, Founder of Made by Malyia and Model | Malyia McNaughton 

"What I hold true is love! Love of self, family, and others. I believe that once you truly love and except yourself nothing is impossible because you realize all your experiences helped to uniquely shape you. Love is powerful and can truly change lives. I also hold you true. My jewels, those who have supported Made by Malyia to become what it is today! " 

Owner of blog MarshBar’s Closet and Staff Writer for Fashion Bomb Daily| Marsha Badger 

“For me its God! He is the most constant, consistent entity in my life.”

Stylist| Daryle Tyson 

“FREEDOM. Freedom of speech. Freedom of expression. Freedom of choosing to be who I want to be despite what America makes young men of color out to be. The clothes I wear, the way I rock my hair…the music that inspires my creative flow.That is what’s true to me.”

Actor, Model,and Host| Ryan “Muufasa” Cross 

"Holds moments like this to be TRUE"

Stylist| Nyjerah Nicole

“What do I hold true?Family. Put them first, always. 

Made by Malyia x The "Colored" Girl Campaign #TCG: Highlighting All Shades of Beauty and #BlackGirlMagic

The “Colored” Girl Campaign #TCG is highlighting all shades of beauty and I had the opportunity to be apart of the project as both the exclusive jewelry sponsor and as a model. I knew the moment I walked on set that this shoot would be something special. 

The campaign was released exclusively on Essence.com and Fashion Bomb Daily. The images were captured by phenomenal photographer Joey Rosado (@islandboiphotography). Check out the Essence.com feature HERE and Fashion Bomb Daily HERE  share, like and repost! Follow the movement @thecgirlinc

A special thank you to Creative Director/Stylist Tori Elizabeth and Co-Creative Director Victory Jones for inviting me to take part in your vision. Also a special thanks to PR team Heir PR and the other beautiful women in the campaign. 

Photo credit-Joey Rosado-@islandboiphotography

Photo credit-Joey Rosado-@islandboiphotography

Malyia McNaughton- @Madebymalyia/@themodelmalyia

Hilda Akua-@hildaakua

Monica Mateo-@monicamateo

Kalah Christina-@kalah_christina

Yada Lamb-@yadadlamb

Chris Miss-@chrismiss_

Lei'Neal-@lei_smokahontas

Christina Abiola-@jesusgang

Creative Director/Stylist-Tori Elizabeth-@stylebytori

Co-Creative Director-Victory Jones

Photo credit-Joey Rosado-@islandboiphotography

Photo credit-Joey Rosado-@islandboiphotography

Credits: Photographer- Joey Rosado (@islandboiphotography)

Creative Director/Stylist
Tori Elizabeth @stylebytori

Co-Creative Director
Victory Jones @srvj

PR
Heir PR @HeirPR
@redlightpr

Designer ( Long Tulle Gowns) 
@mdiggsnyc

Jewlery
Made By Malyia Jewelry

Hair
@touched_by_tiff

MUA
@25thandJane
@makeupbylucas
@yadadlamb
 

Made by Malyia x Sassy A La Mode Bridal shoot collaboration

Made by Malyia exclusive Bridal hand chain and garter. 

What better way to celebrate wedding season then a Made by Malyia jewelry feature for a bridal campaign. I had the opportunity to collaborate with Sassy A La Mode, an amazing wedding planning company based in Central Florida and London.

The co-founder and fellow #Girlboss, a dear friend of mine Akili Phillips requested custom Made by Malyia pieces for her bohemian inspired bridal campaign shoot. 

I designed an exclusive two layered garter fit for a bohemian bride and hand chain to compliment the special occasion. 

Check out a sneak peak of the shoot. More pictures coming soon !!!!

In the meantime visit all the vendors that made the shoot magical!

Coordinator/Stylist:  Sassy a la mode

Photographer: Kati Rosado Photography

Venue: Waldo's Secret Garden

Florist: Hildie at Waldo's Secret Garden

Rentals/Decor: Mimosas & Moonshine

Stationery: Love Tag Design

Cake: Creative Cakes by Dawn

Wooden signs: Flax and wool designs

Jewelry: Made by Malyia

Made by Malyia exclusive- Bridal Garter, hand chain, "Selene" necklace

Made by Malyia exclusive garter, hand chain and "Iris" Foot chain

Made by Malyia x The Divergent Series:Insurgent-Announcement

Made by Malyia Jewelry is now an official licensee for "The Divergent Series: Insurgent" film. In partnership with Etsy and Lionsgate Entertainment, I have been selected to create a design inspired by the mega blockbuster hit. This partnership comes just in time for the home entertainment release of "Insurgent" later this month. Insurgent, is the sequel to adventure and Sci-fi film "Divergent." With over 60 million copies sold, #1 world wide opening and sales coming in at $516 million, I couldn't have asked for a better partner.

Of all the praying, planning and preparing I could have done, never in a million years did I see this one coming into fruition. When you walk by faith and allow God to order your steps, life is limitless! I will continue to remain humble for he is not done with me nor my brand, and there is much more to come from this collaboration. 

READ the full Etsy announcement HERE.

The new "Insurgent" ear cuff is available exclusively through my Etsy shop HERE.  Go visit and shop now!

"Insurgent" earcuff design inspired by "Divergent Series:Insurgent"

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