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

Rings and Things! New Product Alert Made by Malyia Boundless Ring

Our first ring designed for the collection has arrived. Our Boundless ring is my new obsession from the collection. The coil design was inspired by our top selling "Boundless Choker" is available in Sterling Silver and 14k Gold Plated. It can be worn stacked, on its own or layered with our "Artemis" hand chain. 

Valentine's Day is right around the corner and this is the perfect gift for you or someone special.

Jewels Shop our Boundless Ring HERE

Year Review: Jewels Thank you for ROCKING with us in 2016!

Jewels I can't thank you enough for making 2016 the best one yet. This year was truly a journey and marked my year anniversary as an entrepreneur. One of my goals when I started Made by Malyia was to be able to bring everyone along on this journey as I grew the brand. None of this would be possible without your consistent support so I wanted to review the year and let you know what's next for the brand. 

I started off the year with a modeling contract that was made possible because of my appearance at Afropunk a few months earlier. I released a new collection and was featured by several blogs. 

In June my jewelry as well as myself was featured in the Colored Girl Campaign. The campaign was featured by Teen Vogue, Cosmopolitan, Instyle, Essence, Yahoo Beauty and many more. 

I was the natural hair model on the Today Show Summer Hair styles segment in August that went viral, the segment didn't go as planned, receiving over 10 million views. At first I didn't want the segment to overshadow the progress I made with the brand. When people started to leave comments asking where they could purchase the jewelry I had on the show, which of course was the full Made by Malyia collection, I knew my hard work wouldn't go unrecognized.

I returned to Afropunk in Brooklyn for the second consecutive year as vendor. I received more overwhelming love and support.

What's Next for the brand? 

I kick of the year as Keynote speaker in Washington DC. at the Forward Conference January 6-8 2017, where I will be sharing my journey and how to live your best life. I will be hosting the Curls on the Block Launch party in Denver, Colorado January 28, 2017.  

I will be releasing a new campaign and much more. 

Jewels, Thank you for rocking with us. Here's to making 2017 even better. 

AFROPUNK 2016 x MADE BY MALYIA JEWELRY- POWER TO THE PARTY-RECAP

We returned for Afropunk Brooklyn 2016 and this year was better than ever! I loved connecting with all the people who discovered our brand for the first time and the jewels who returned and remember us from last year. Leading up to Afropunk I was super nervous, even more than the first time I was selected from hundreds of applicants to be a vendor. This year my expectations were much higher because I wanted to improve from my freshman year and perfect my festival pop-up. 

The love and energy was overwhelming and my main focus was engaging with everyone that stopped by the booth. I enlisted my best friend and girlboss wedding and event planner Michelle to keep me as sane and organized like she does her brides on their big day. The most popular pieces were our "Commitment Issues" nose cuff, "Boundless" Choker, "Perpetual" wrap necklace and "Venus" Body chain. By the end of day 1 most of the top sellers were sold out. 

Afropunk is more than a festival it is a collective of individuals overflowing with creativity and self-love. The #BlackGirlMagic, #MelaninMagic, #CareFreeBlackGirl, #_____ add any collective self-love hashtag and chances are it's on full display and I'm here for all of it.  One of my favorite things to do is venturing away from the booth to check out all the dope looks. This year everyone came with their fashion A game. In my opinion the fashion at Afropunk rivals that of fashion week and lets be honest the majority of designers draw inspirations from street style and events like Afropunk. This year their was no shortage of inspiration. 

I missed most of the performers but had the chance to watch Ceelo and Ice Cube. They were amazing! Next year I'm posting "I'll be back in 20 minutes" sign so I can catch so more performances lol.

Thank you to everyone that stopped by to say hi and shop with us! Welcome to the Made by Malyia Jewelry tribe! See you next year! 

Check out the pics below! Check out my feature with Refinery 29 Click HERE

Day 1 August 27,2016

Thanks for stopping by Jewel Analise 

Made by Malyia Brand Ambassador and friend Ryan "MuuFasa" rocking our "Splitsville" faux septum

A beautiful jewel rocking her new "Commitment Issues" nose cuff! Thank you for stopping by love! 

The power puffs were a major hit! I loved this hairstyle. I felt powerful and playful!

Shocked we are ready to go for Day 1. 

Refinery 29 Portrait photographer Wayne Lawrence

Day 2 August 28, 2016

Even more excited for Day 2!!

Soaking up some sun and recharging for Day 2? We see you queen!

Michelle's excited for Day 2 can you tell!

Dripping in Made by Malyia Jewelry! 

Show these beautiful people how you rock your Made by Malyia Jewelry Michelle! 

There's always time for a selfie right? lol

Me and my best friend Michelle 

Our friend Herman stopped by Day 2

Our friend Jeremy

My nephew AJ and Sister Vanessa. 

"Back to Back"- 2016 AFROPUNK Announcement

Mama We Made It...AGAIN!!!

Power To The Party! Join Made by Malyia the second year as a vendor at SpinThrift Market  for the 2016 AFROPUNK BROOKLYN Festival, August 27-28. The lineup includes Ice Cube, TV On The Radio, Tyler the Creator, Flying Lotus,The Internet, Laura Mvula, George Clinton, Skunk Anansie, Skye and Ross from Morcheeba, Benjamin Booker, Ho99o9, BLXPLTN and Sir the Baptist among many others.  + A special Powerjam featuring members of Bad Brains, Fishbone & Living Colour.  More than music, the festival features Bites & Beats which offers more than 25 food trucks and a pop-up restaurant and SpinThrift Market showcasing bespoke art, jewelry, natural beauty products, apparel and more.

We can't wait to see you there! 

Learn more and get your ticket now: http://afropunkfest.com/brooklyn/

NEW PRODUCT ALERT!! "Iris" foot chain 14kt Gold filled & Sterling Silver!

"Iris" Foot chain stacked with ankle bracelets coming soon!!

It’s officially sandal and beach season. You can finally show off your perfect pedicure with the simple and delicate "Iris" foot chain. When designing jewelry I use the phrase "less is more" because my belief is jewelry should make a statement no matter the size. My simple designs command attention because of the quality and craftsmanship of each piece. 

The dainty design is perfect for the Spring, Summer or a vacation. It will sparkle no matter the occasion and you will receive endless compliments on this unique design. 

This is a must have! Available now in 14kt Gold filled and Sterling Silver. Shop "Iris" Here

The Stylish Standout Features Made by Malyia Designer on Business, Style, and Overcoming Fear

“Made by Malyia is more than a jewelry company—it’s a lifestyle! A brand that brings the consumer on my personal journey of entrepreneurship, faith and inspiration behind creating this brand."...

This is an excerpt from my interview with The Stylish Standout. A site created to empower women who weren't made to fit in, after the founder Michael Jones,  realized the same about himself and his circle of friends.

Check out the full feature, Jewelry designer Malyia McNaughton on Entrepreneurship, Personal Style and How She plans to Expand her Budding Business HERE.

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"

“Motion Picture Artwork TM & © 2015 Lionsgate Entertainment Inc. All Rights Reserved.”

MBM jewelry turns 2- Happy Anniversary

This is a major milestone and truly the beginning of what I plan on making an Empire. What started out as a creative outlet designing jewelry I love has grown into a business.

In the past two years I designed a new collection, met my jewels at my first pop up shop at Raw Artists, and collaborated with my first designer Lois London.

I want to thank all my jewels, friends and family that have helped MBM jewelry celebrate it's 2nd birthday. A special thank you to Sherod Lewis my PR manager and digital strategist.

I look forward to sharing this journey with you!