Fashion

As a first adopter of several of the machines in the room, Brianna McMillian has been as much of a teacher as she has been a friend for many of the students who will use those machines in the future.

Southwestern makerspace student files papers with the city for her own clothing store

Brianna McMillian cares about color — she wants something that stands out. That’s why she is making her own prom dress. More importantly, that’s why she needs to make clothes for the entire world to wear and she's starting with Flint, where she wants to start her first clothing store.

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Vantrell Erving poses with models for his SIAK clothing brand. SIAK The Brand has been featured in fashion shows and collaborations since 2018.
Young entrepreneur plotting the next shoe craze and custom fashions

Vantrell Erving's desire to grow and achieve his dreams, through his brand Say It Ain't Krispy (SIAK), has catapulted him into business success as orders are placed and shipped out across Beecher, Flint, and around the country.

An example of the merchandise that will be available at Reclaimed, a downtown Flint boutique benefitting Whaley Children's Center.
Downtown Flint boutique Reclaimed to offer eclectic options — supporting Whaley Children’s Center

Reclaimed plans to sell goods donated to Whaley Children’s Center, raise money for the unique home for children, and provide job opportunities to young adults who grew up in foster care. The new downtown Flint storefront expects to open Oct. 1.

A student at Mott Middle College, Mario Boone Jr. is also the creative force behind Run It Up Attire.
This all-Flint fashion show brought to you by 18-year-old Mario Boone

A student at Mott Middle College, Mario Boone Jr. is also the creative force behind Run It Up Attire. He decided to create a fashion show because he wanted his city to have more entertainment options.  

5-year-old Alyssa sits back and relaxes during her spa day at Sweet Tee's.
First-of-its-kind Sweet Tee’s Salon and Kids Spa specializes in pampering children head to toe

The winner of two local business competitions, owner Theresa Trice-Nelson welcomes all children (and their parents) to her salon — including unique accommodations for children with special needs. 

Devante Powell opened Everything Flint in October 2017 as a way to support entrepreneurs and the local economy.
Everything Flint: A store for Flint by Flint

Owned and operated by Devante Powell, Everything Flint features more than 20 vendors' hoodies, snap back caps, T-shirts, and body care products.

inside of the newly remodeled Lids store of Genesee Valley Center
Lids store remodels, reopens Flint Township location

Modeled after the Lids store in New York City's Times Square, the store continues to feature headwear and unique customization options. 

Kala Wilburn is the woman behind the creation of Vehicle City Fashion Week, set for its sixth run Nov. 14-18, 2017.
Vehicle City Fashion Week 2018: A 6-day Flint fashion extravaganza with a purpose

Vehicle City Fashion Week runs Nov. 12-17. Most events are at various locations in downtown Flint with the finale runway show at 7 p.m. Nov. 17 at Sloan Museum in the Courtland Center Mall.

Shift and Floradora opened in May in the corner space of the Capitol Theatre.
Downtown Flint seeing dramatic increase in retail businesses

Downtown Flint in the last 15 years has undergone a dynamic transformation, but successful growth has mostly focused on food and drink or office and residential spaces — until now.

Alex and Natalie Kadie own Eight Ten Nail Bar in downtown Flint.
Eight Ten: Tough as nails and investing in Flint

The Kadies opened Eight Ten Nail Bar after noticing an increasing demand for more retail options in downtown Flint.

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