EDITOR’S NOTE The Women’s Issue Spring ’23
A s TrooRa Founder, Creative Director and Executive Editor my team and I actively seek to honor and support the emerging designers, brands, creatives and founders we feature at every occasion. As we celebrate Women’s History throughout the month of March, here at TrooRa we will honor all women. All the pillars and pioneers whose accomplishments have allowed for following generations to feel empowered to constantly break barriers and shatter glass ceilings. We will especially recognize the many women who have made significant contributions to society, yet often go unrecognized. TrooRa’s Spring 2023 Women’s Issue showcases the stories and experiences of diverse and inspiring women from all walks of life. The edition is a fitting tribute to the many trailblazing sheroes we all love to support. I am reminded of the strength, power, resilience, and passion of these sensational women and the ones I have been privileged to include in my orbit, specifically the matriarchs in my personal life, gems like my mother, her older sister (my late favorite aunt), my late maternal and paternal grandmothers. Additionally, stellar friendships from childhood, individuals I’ve reconnected with throughout the years, and the newly found beauties I have the honor to create new experiences with. These exceptional beings help empower and inspire confidence to be our best selves, to continue fighting for equality, respect, and safety for all. I am grateful for these fascinating women and the incredible network of community leaders we are constantly growing and are partnering with here at TrooRa. This issue celebrates the triumphs, creativity, and work of the featured emerging talents we chose to spotlight. My team and I bring you a fresh spring perspective to another beautifully curated issue, highlighting the brave, remarkable, innovative, confident women we love to champion. In Home Design, read about Tatiana Bilbao’s exquisitely designed spaces; South African designer Heather Moore is the force behind Skinny laMinx, an innovative fabric brand that’s all about joyously patterned textiles in a range of retro-inspired colors; and discover how Leah Alexander elevates your space through her breathtaking compositions. In Culinary, The Story of Chef Georgianna Hiliadaki will have your mouth watering reading about her journey to becoming a chef. Powerhouses Sheila Jackson and Natasha McCrea begin their quest as the first Black Women Owned Whiskey Brand based in SoCal; Jackson McCrea Whiskey breaks into the liquor market with a taste of California. Read about empowerment, world-traveling women that have been making their rounds across the globe, and the work of artist Katarina Tifft carefully handcrafting art with tiny sea shells making organic, textured patterns found in nature. Alina Rudya’s passion for photos brings us Bell Collective a group of female -(identifying) artists redefining the way we see travel photography. Samantha Black shares her passion for visual arts and tells her fashion love story. Our cover feature spotlights award-winning Dorian Webb’s journey into the jewelry industry with her timeless, stunning pieces worn by celebrities such as Oprah Winfrey, Michelle Obama, Halle Berry, Rihanna, Michaela Coel, and Jennifer Aniston. Mavis By Herrera’s sustainable handbags tell a riveting story that will have you ordering one of her beautifully handcrafted pieces on the spot. TrooRa's Celebrating Women’s Excellence event on March 31, 2023 will commemorates the launch of this powerful issue, where Dorian Webb will announce our new partnership designed to support “Give Her Her Flowers,” an initiative conceived by Dorian. The partnership with Webb reflects my commitment to continue highlighting diverse creatives and championing marginalized groups of entrepreneurs throughout the meticulously curated pages of TrooRa. Ta Ta for now et A+!
Trystanne Cunningham Editor-In-Chief Creative Director Founder
Charles Schoenberger
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