Behind the Collection
Fall 24 - VOLCAN
Sep 28, 2024This collection explores the magic that emerges from chaos, much like molten lava cools into solid land, birthing new landscapes.
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travel & culture
The One&Only Kea Island
Aug 09, 2024I had the pleasure of discovering the One & Only in Kea with my sister and it has quickly become my favorite resort in all of Greece.
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Entrepreneurship
OUR NEW STORE IN DAKAR
Jul 12, 2024DIARRABLU finally found a permanent retail space and art gallery in the heart of Dakar! It marks a significant milestone and a dream come true—a f...
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Behind the Collection
Summer 24 - MEDINA
Jun 22, 2024Inspired by the vibrant streets of Dakar’s iconic neighborhood, the Medina collection draws inspiration from the remarkable stories of its inhabita...
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travel & culture
Diarrablu Takes Rio - An Exclusive Guide
Jun 04, 2024Our content team has the best tips when it comes to Rio de Janeiro, and they’ve shared in this blog post some exclusive local insights that have pu...
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travel & culture
Stories of Senegal - Style and Art by Lorenzo Montanelli
May 31, 2024Welcome to our second installment of 'Stories of Senegal.' Today, we celebrate Senegal's remarkable art and authenticity through photographer Loren...
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Muses
Meet A Muse: A Mother-Daughter Interview
May 12, 2024The team decided to do an interview with both my mom and me on how we inspire and support each other. Diarrablu is also a story of mother-daughter...
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travel & culture
Stories of Senegal
May 03, 2024Welcome to "Stories of Senegal," a heartfelt exploration of this country's wonders through the lens of cultural influencers, travelers, and insiders.
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Styling Tips
A Guide to Easy Vacation Packing
Apr 19, 2024We had the amazing opportunity to speak with three travel experts who have journeyed everywhere, from bustling cities to desolate deserts. If there...
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Styling Tips
Spring Styling Guide
Mar 20, 2024Three styling inspirations that will help you bring to light all the fashion potential you've kept hidden during the cold days.
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Styling Tips
The Wedding Edit
Mar 18, 2024From lace and eyelet details to elegant bold printed fabrics, our new collection unveils a breathtaking range of sustainable pieces suitable for al...
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Behind the Collection
SPRING 24: JIGEEN - A Story About Love
Mar 12, 2024JIGEEN, meaning woman in my native language, is the inspiration for this special Spring 2024 collection.
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Muses
Meet a Muse - Ashlee Marie Preston
Mar 02, 2024We were lucky enough to interview this Diarrablu lover, award-winning media personality, cultural commentator, and civil rights activist on her pow...
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Muses
5 Instagram Accounts We Love
Feb 21, 2024Selecting just five women for this list as part of our Black History Month series was not easy, as there are so many incredible women I admire. Her...
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Entrepreneurship
5 Black-Owned Brands We Love
Feb 06, 2024I believe small actions can spark change in an industry where legacy brands have so much power. That's why I chose to share with you five of my fav...
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Entrepreneurship
2023 Highlights
Dec 30, 2023This year was full of love and growth. I learned to prioritize my health, believe in my dreams, work more intentionally and think with longevity in...
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Entrepreneurship
I Got to Teach Creative Mathematics at Stanford
Dec 20, 2023In the Fall, I was honored to be a guest lecturer in Jo Boaler's curriculum and instruction class at Stanford's Graduate School of Education to sha...
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Behind the Collection
Resort 24 Omnia
Nov 04, 2023Captured against the breathtaking backdrop of a hilltop mansion in Cape Town, South Africa, this collection captures the essence of the effortless ...
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Styling Tips
Best Dresses for Tall Women
Oct 20, 2023Having always been the tallest friend in the room, I understand the struggle finding dresses or pants that actually fit my height. Today I want to ...
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sustainability
Our Sustainable Fabrics
Sep 29, 2023After years of research, I discovered new eco-friendly materials such as lyocell and cupro that have now become the foundation of our solid-colored...
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Styling Tips
Best Dressed Wedding Guest
Sep 22, 2023From classic elegance to contemporary chic, get ready to make a sartorial statement that celebrates love, joy, and your impeccable taste.
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Styling Tips
5 Ways to Wear a Scarf
Sep 15, 2023Discover five creative ways to elevate your look with the art of scarf styling. From crop tops to headpieces and sarongs, prepare to be inspired to...
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Muses
The Best Maternity Dresses
Sep 08, 2023Discovering maternity dresses that seamlessly transition from pregnancy to breastfeeding can be a challenge. We've meticulously selected the most c...
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travel & culture
Croatia Travel Guide
Aug 25, 2023One of the highlights of my European Summer this year was visiting Croatia. I explored the bustling streets of Split and the vibrant scene in Hvar....
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travel & culture
Puglia, Italy Travel Guide
Aug 12, 2023Known for its stunning architecture, olive groves, and beautiful coastline, Puglia offers a unique travel experience through its various unique tow...
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travel & culture
10 Best Beaches in the World
Aug 04, 2023If you share my enthusiasm for sun-soaked adventures, you'll undoubtedly appreciate this carefully curated blog list of the 10 best beaches to visi...
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travel & culture
Top 4 Luxury Hotels in Cabo, Mexico
Jun 30, 2023I had the pleasure of staying at some of the best luxury hotels in Cabo and I am so excited to share with you what was special about each of them i...
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Entrepreneurship
Diarrablu Squad: size inclusive digital models
Jun 23, 2023The Diarrablu Squad is a group of digital model avatars we have been working on for months in order to easily showcase our clothing on diverse bodi...
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Behind the Collection
Summer ‘23 - Alegria: A Captivating Lookbook inspired by Cape Town, Cabo & Mykonos
Jun 10, 2023Our Summer 23 collection is inspired by the enchanting walls of Bo-Kaap in Cape Town, the captivating alleys of Old San Jose del Cabo, and the sun-...
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travel & culture
Marrakech travel guide
May 19, 2023From ancient palaces and bustling souks to tranquil gardens and hidden gems, Marrakech is a treasure trove of unforgettable experiences waiting to ...
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Entrepreneurship
How We are Transforming Math Education through Fashion
May 12, 2023Having been a math teacher for five years, I have found so much fulfillment in this profession. Overseeing a hundred-plus high school students annu...
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Behind the Collection
Unveiling NUUR: Our Very First Handbag Drop
Apr 08, 2023I am so excited to introduce NUUR - our first DIARRABLU handbag drop imagined with conscious design and sustainability in mind.
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travel & culture
Mexico and Morocco: A Shared Architectural Heritage
Mar 31, 2023I just came back from a week in Mexico and had so many magical deja vu moments related to my recent trip to Morocco. Despite being located on oppos...
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Muses
Making History: Meet the Women Behind Jnane Tamsna, Morocco's First Black-Owned Hotel
Feb 24, 2023Meryanne Loum-Martin and Thaïs Sala, the mother-daughter duo and owners of Jnane Tamsna, welcomed me with open arms and shared their inspiring stor...
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Behind the Collection
SPRING ‘23 - DIYA: An Enchanting Voyage to Marrakech
Feb 18, 2023For Spring ’23, we take you on a voyage to the vibrant and dreamy city of Marrakech and its surrounding landscapes, where golden rays dance in the ...
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Entrepreneurship
From Dakar to the World
Feb 03, 2023What does being celebrated in Pharrell Williams’s i-D Film represent for me. What a way to kick off Black History Month! @i_d just released the...
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Entrepreneurship
2022 Highlights
Dec 28, 2022In this blog post, we gathered the best moments and highlights of the year. Thank you for supporting our work, for asking questions, for answering ...
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Behind the Collection
Resort '23 Swimwear
Dec 16, 2022Discover our Resort Swim. Classic swimwear styles were reinvented into a dreamy vacation color palette inspired by the private Maldivian island LUX...
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travel & culture
Chanel in Dakar: A Relevant Oxymoron
Dec 09, 2022I landed in Dakar last week to showcase our Resort 23 collection for Dakar Fashion Week and attend the historic Chanel 2023/23 Métiers d’Art show.
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Behind the Collection
Resort 23 Filun Collection Maldives
Nov 12, 2022The Diarrablu Resort 23 collection, titled FILUN, maldivian for escape, was inspired by South Ari Atoll in the Maldives, a private island fantasy w...
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travel & culture
Our Special Sicily Travel Itinerary
Oct 07, 2022After an amazing time in Spain, I decided to go to Italy and discover Sicily. I spent 10 days on this mediterranean island and explored two main ar...
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Behind the Collection
FALL 22 - The Via Vanni Campaign
Sep 30, 2022Our Fall 22 collection, Via Vanni celebrates freedom and ease with references of Cefalu's rich architecture, a coastal village in Sicily.
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travel & culture
My Favorite Mediterranean Villages
Aug 27, 2022Traveling this Summer felt so special because I was able to discover unique hidden spots that I had never heard of before. After spending a magical...
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travel & culture
Our Mykonos and Santorini Travel Guide
Aug 20, 2022I had such an amazing time island hopping in Greece this Summer and really fell in love. I put together a travel guide for the best places to stay,...
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travel & culture
A Restorative Week in Mallorca, Spain
Aug 12, 2022This summer, I decided to explore the Mediterranean islands and spent a week in Mallorca, Spain. Discover the highlights of my stay on where to Sta...
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Behind the Collection
The Greece Vacation Edit
Aug 06, 2022I always pictured Greece as a place for summer vacation and effortless photoshoots against that white and blue backdrop but also a place of opulenc...
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travel & culture
The Instagram accounts that make us smile
Jul 15, 2022I spend a lot of my day on Instagram, whether it's posting on @thediarrablu, chatting with some friends, designing and creating polls to get your o...
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Behind the Collection
How We Use Math Equations to Create Unique Pieces
Jun 24, 2022Featuring geometric earrings in up-cycled brass, the collection was designed in-house taking inspiration from different phases of lunar transformat...
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Styling Tips
7 Ways to Style the Infinity Swimsuit
Jun 10, 2022This versatile piece can be wrapped in over 7 different ways and dressed up or down for your vacation events.
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Behind the Collection
Summer '22 - The Luna Collection
May 28, 2022Inspired by the moon, its rich geometry, abundance, convertibility and timelessness, LUNA is a collection of versatile pieces created intentionally...
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Muses
Meet a Muse - Mother's Day edition
May 07, 2022We give the floor to our wonderful mother muses, who share with us their unique experiences with the magic of motherhood.
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Styling Tips
10 Ways to Style Your Mailys Dress
Apr 29, 2022To be as conscious as possible, we design most of our styles around convertibility, which is deeply rooted in West African culture, where tradition...
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sustainability
Sustainability and Why we are #SOLDOUT every day
Apr 22, 2022We’ve been receiving your sweet DMs and emails daily about the entire website being #soldout everyday. Today we bring the answer to all of your que...
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travel & culture
Top 6 Spots in Abidjan, Cote d'Ivoire
Mar 26, 2022Exploring the city's rich Culture & Cuisine.
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Muses
Meet a Muse - Jessica Nabongo
Mar 12, 2022Jessica Nabongo, one of our beautiful muses, is the first black women to have visited every country in the world. We learned more about her journ...
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Styling Tips
19 Ways to Wear one Garment
Feb 25, 2022Discover over 19 ways to style our iconic UMY jumpsuits and MAILYS dresses.
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Behind the Collection
Introducing Resort '22: PALMA
Feb 05, 2022For Spring ‘22, we celebrate PALMA, a family of flowering plants, commonly known as palm trees and associated with feelings of joy and tropical wan...
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Muses
Meet a Muse - Diarra Bousso
Jan 16, 2022Today is my birthday and I thought it would be a good time to introduce our new series called "Meet a Muse" where we will highlight our muses and ...
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Entrepreneurship
2021 Highlights
Dec 30, 2021Our Year in Review. A great summary of all the magic we made in 2021.
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travel & culture
Senegal’s Rich Culture of Gift Giving & Inclusivity in Celebration
Dec 24, 2021How Christmas is Honored In a 95% Muslim Country. In Senegalese culture, gift-giving is the strongest love language. Generosity plays a big role in...
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travel & culture
Our Unforgettable Adventure in Niokolodge, Senegal
Dec 11, 2021“Here we were, having a surprise breakfast in a secret Oasis in the Niokolo-Koba Forest as 150 monkeys were crossing ...
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travel & culture
OUR LUXURY TREEHOUSE STAY AT LES PALETUVIERS, SENEGAL
Nov 21, 2021A Heavenly Eco-Wonderland I'm so excited about #DIARRABLUVOYAGE and being able to share with you my wanderlust spirit. Last time, I told you abo...
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Behind the Collection
Discover Our Holiday '21 Campaign: TAKAAY
Nov 13, 2021Wolof for adornment, “Takaay” in Senegalese culture represents a form of heritage remembrance. This collection takes inspiration from jewelry and o...
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travel & culture
Our Magical Escapade in Guereo, Senegal
Nov 06, 2021Breathtaking views & magic I am always seeking magic; in people, in places, in food. So I have decided to start sharing with you my magical ...
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travel & culture
My current travel playlist
Oct 29, 2021I have been traveling across Senegal for the last two weeks with my team from California. Discover below the top genres and songs we have been jam...
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Styling Tips
5 Ways to Wear Our Prints for Fall
Oct 22, 2021Stay cozy in style this autumn season with our versatile prints The dropping temperatures can make dressing up feel more functional than fun, but...
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Behind the Collection
FALL ‘21 - SAHARA: An Idylic Journey through the Desert
Oct 15, 2021The journey towards our magical Fall ‘21 desert shoot The name Sahara comes from the Arabic word Sahra, which means desert; an ecosystem known to...
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Entrepreneurship
How did Winning The Stitchfix Elevate Grant Impact us
Oct 08, 2021Our capsule collection debuted at Stitchfix and the Elevate program came to an end after 10 months. I wanted to share how this program impacted me ...
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The Diarrablu Outlet
Aug 28, 2021We are launching a 50% Outlet sale with select pieces we have been gathering along the years from sampling, sizing, product development and returns...
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Entrepreneurship
WHAT DOES WINNING THE STITCH FIX ELEVATE GRANT & MENTORSHIP PROGRAM MEAN TO ME
Jan 14, 2021Starting and running a fashion brand out of my childhood bedroom makes every achievement such a big deal because it always takes me back to where I...
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Entrepreneurship
2020 HIGHLIGHTS
Dec 31, 2020JANUARY We had lots of Diarrablu Muses on vacation! FEBRUARY We got a feature in CNN! And we launched initial images ...
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