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COCOBelle of the Month

COCOBelle: Black Girl Magic At It’s Finest, Ginger + Liz

When Ginger Johnson and Liz Pickett met in 2006, the two had an immediate connection bonding over all things beauty with a particular obsession with nail lacquer and living a vegan lifestyle. During a conversation at brunch, the ladies shared that they’d both had harsh reactions to toxic ingredie... View Post

Beauty + Hair: 5 Spring Fragrances These Women Can’t Live Without

With the spring season in full bloom, we begin to rotate our fragrances. The warmer weather allows for more floral and fruity scents. If you need help finding a new spring fragrance, check out these favorites from our very own COCOBloggers and COCOBelles! Versace ‘Yellow Diamonds’ - Kaci Fennel ... View Post

Alsion Roach: Financial Power Player and Fashion Lover

Is having it all attainable? Is it even a realistic goal to set for oneself? First lady Michelle Obama answered that question best when she remarked, “I encourage young women to set high goals for themselves and be confident in their ability to achieve them. The truth is, women can do anything th... View Post

COCOBelle Kimberley Hatchett: Wife, Mother, Mentor and Financial Wizard!

Kimberley Hatchett: Wife, Mother, Mentor and Financial Wizard! Our COCOBelle for the month of February is the illustrious and esteemed Financial Advisor, Kimberley Hatchett. An Executive Director at top investment firm, Morgan Stanley, she manages more than $2 billion in assets. For over 25 ye... View Post

COCOBelle: Desiree Verdejo of Vivrant Beauty

What happens when an attorney discovers a passion for hair and skin care and decides to pursue a new profession? You get Vivrant Beauty, a brand new space for beauty that focuses on women-owned, person of color-owned brands, and products that meet at the intersection of being toxin-free and yet s... View Post

Chereace Richards, Entrepreneur and Community Leader

Chereace Richards has figured out that the key to living a purposeful life is to create a life that’s aligned with one’s values. As a successful entrepreneur and mentor in her community, she has created a life that allows her to empower young girls and women while constantly committing to the sma... View Post

COCOBelle: Robi Reed, Talent Executive, Casting Director, and Movie Producer

Emmy Award-winning Casting Director and Producer, Robi Reed, has had a hand in creating some of our favorite movies and shows including, The Best Man, Soul Food, School Daze and Love Jones; as well as television favorite, Girlfriends. Now, as Vice President of Talent and Casting for Original Prog... View Post

COCOBelle: Africa Miranda, Entertainer

TV viewers were first graced with Africa Miranda’s dry wit and big gorgeous curls when she appeared on the Bravo TV show, The New Atlanta. Now Africa is building a multi-hyphenate career in entertainment as a performer, actress, commercial model and host; and using her girl-next-door relatable ap... View Post

COCOBelle: Brandy Gomez-Duplessis, Professional Makeup Artist, Beauty Expert and Blogger

Brandy Gomez-Duplessis gets to create beauty everywhere she goes as a Professional makeup artist, beauty expert and blogger. She has worked her magic on celebrities including Kerry Washington, Angela Bassett, Jordin Sparks, Reggie Bush and Usher; and at major events including The Golden Globes, M... View Post