If you have an Instagram, chances are you’ve seen Mapy across your feed! She is a violinist who covers hit songs with her violin. In honor of Music Day (June 21st) this month, MEFeater is highlighting…
MEF’s Favorite Looks from AfroPunk Brooklyn 19
This year, the MEFteam had the opportunity to not only attend AfroPunk but also bless our supporters with 50 free tickets for the weekend. During the weekend we ran into some creative souls and Olivia…
The First Black Vegan Festival Comes to New York, “Black VegFest”
In August, the world’s first ever Black Veganfest will be coming to New York on August 11th, the event is being spearheaded by Grassroots Artists MovEment (G.A.M.E). G.A.M.E is a not-for-profit organi…
Cafe con Libros: Brooklyn’s Newest Feminist Bookstore & Eatery
Brooklyn, New York. Brooklyn, New York. Home of musical icon legends such as Biggie Smalls, and Jay-Z, and filled with the history of Fort Greene Park and the Hoyt & Schermerhorn train station. It…
MEFeater Street Style Chronicles ?: Ziggy Mack Johnson on How to Express Yourself with Clothes
First time I stumbled on Ziggy Mack Johnson’s Instagram was probably late last year. I was enamored with his “free” style and fun outfits. He had pretty girls on his Instagram and co…
Why You Should Know The Fourtress
Here is what you need to know about the amazing women behind The Fourtress. Four roommates and a dream was all it took for Brooklyn residents Kiara Bass, Tierra Taylor, London Coleman-Williams and Can…
Meet Brooklyn Wing House, Brooklyn’s First Black Owned Wing Shop EVER
Brooklyn is Wingin’ It! On August 19th, Brooklyn natives Andre and Larry graced Brooklyn with its very first Black-Owned wing spot. Brooklyn Wing House, located at 1218 Union Street, made its début, p…
Notorious B.I.G Gets Basketball Court Renamed After Him
Brooklyn gets a B.I.G Makeover Bedstuy, Brooklyn has always been notorious for its amazing history, culture, and soul. Bedstuy was also home to megastar Christopher Wallas, also known as the Notoriou…
Dascha Polanco Honored With Her Own Day in New York
OITNB star, Dascha Polanco has been an influential figure in the Latinx community over the past few years, and now her hard work has been commemorated. August 8 has been officially declared “Dascha Po…
Supreme Is Reportedly Opening a New Store in Brooklyn
Rumors are circulating that Supreme may open a second New York location in Williamsburg, Brooklyn. According to leak account supreme_leaks_news, the street-wear imprint’s new BK location will allegedl…
TGIF: An Interview with Friday Lynton of FRIDAY BY FRIDAY
At a little after 10:30pm, I finally got the chance to speak to Friday Lynton of FRIDAY BY FRIDAY. After a long day of work out and about in the city, the young mogul chatted with me about her …
#MakeupMondays: Meet Yarisbeth Donaldson, Instagram Beauty Guru & Lash Maven
Every beauty junkie knows that the Anastasia Beverly Hills Instagram page is the perfect place for mindless scrolling. Whether you go there to covet a product release, or to find inspiration for a new…