Mekka Lloyd

Mekka Lloyd is a media enthusiast hailing from Pittsburgh, PA aka Steel City. She is one of seven children and was raised and adopted by her grandmother. Growing up “Nana” as Mekka likes to call her, instilled the love of knowledge into her. From a very young age, Mekka began to read books that ignited her active imagination. It was also at this age that Mekka discovered the power of a story and storytelling. She knew she wanted to grow up and be a storyteller. Since then Mekka has worked in several artistic disciplines, including creative writing, journalism, film, photography, fashion, etc. Art has always been a means of expression for Mekka and she plans to represent the underrepresented in the stories she tells.

Fall Fashion Trends #2: Leopard Print

EDITED BY MELODY BOYKIN Pictured: Model rocking Nina Ricci at the Spring/Summer 2024 show Via https://theglossarymagazine.com/      In the 90's animal print was considered neutral. The hottest IT- girls in the…

Shop Chic Summer Fashion from Local Black Businesses

EDITED BY MELODY BOYKIN      Chicago weather has finally let up. Thankfully, the days of the wind nearly knocking us over on our morning commute are gone. We’re looking at sunny…

Let Freedom Ring! Juneteenth Merch That Will Usher in the Holiday

EDITED BY MELODY BOYKIN Via: Black Fashion Week https://blackfashionweekusa.com/shop/      What comes to mind when you think of what represents Juneteenth? Maybe it’s the colors? Or perhaps the declaration of freedom…

Black Fashion Week Spring Style Report Trend 7 Icy Blues

EDITED BY MELODY BOYKIN Pictured: SRVC SSS 2024, Photographer: Jason Lloyd-Evans     While it may be warming up outside, it’s time to bring out the ice! Icy blue, that is. Dressing…

Black Fashion Week Spring Style Report Trend 6 Trench Coats

EDITED BY MELODY BOYKIN Pictured: Roll Ekroth Runway SS24 per Harper’s Bazaar      Spring is all about the duality in weather that makes it possible to layer your fashion options. Ironically,…