There is nothing like shopping for vintage. That feeling you get when you find something that no one else has, it becomes an addiction. You walk down the street and you know you are wearing something with history, a story, and it’s an item that no one else has. The vintage streetwear scene is booming […]
Stylish Peeps: Shamecca & Athanasius Ajavon
We have a two for one deal with these next stylish peeps. Sister and brother, Shamecca & Athanasius Ajavon met with me on an extremely cold January day and still effortlessly rocked their outfits. What I loved about these two was the appreciation they had for one another, something that seems to be lacking in most sibling relationships. […]
Stylish Peep: Brigitte Pacheco
The next stylish peep that I am so excited to feature is Brigitte. I found Brigitte on Instagram because her boyfriend tagged her in a post, how cute is that? When I saw her page, I knew I had to feature her because her style is unique to her, not something I have seen. Brigitte’s […]
Stylish Peep: Liz Black
If you have been following ChicpeaJC since the beginning, you know that we were all about stylish peeps living in Jersey City. Guess what!? We’re bringing it back, and we’re so excited to be featuring so many amazing individuals in the Hudson County area. Our first stylish peep is Liz Black, a plus size fashion […]
ViaNero Lookbook
I am so excited to be teaming up with new e-commerce site Via Nero for their launch. Via Nero is based out of Jersey City and run by two lady bosses, Kim and Raphaella. Stay tuned for the full interview! A few weeks ago, we got together and shot a lookbook for their site with […]
Toboggan Canada
My best friend Corinne, who I grew up with in Montreal, works for an awesome winter apparel company called Toboggan Canada. Corinne is highly knowledgeable when it comes to winter gear, as she’s been in the industry forever (literally born into it). I was looking for a new winter coat and boots, and she recommended […]
Fall & Winter Fashion Guide For Pets!
I’m a lover of all things fashion. When it comes to my dog Nicky’s style, there is no exception. It seems the cold weather is finally arriving and that means SWEATER WEATHER! Nobody wants to be cold this time of year and your furry friend shouldn’t have to deal with the cold either. I spent […]
Power & Style
Makeup artist Stephanie Perez shares an election-inspired fashion shoot with ChicpeaJC. With today’s election coming to a close, we were inspired by the next historic women’s movement. After years of women’s suffrage and fighting for a woman’s right to vote, we have come a long way. Women today have become expressive and show it through fashion […]
Gear To The Street : Cozy By Mush | Fleepack | Counter.
For this new #GearToTheStreet post, I decided to keep it a little bit more Street. Like, “The Streets know” type shit. With that said, I’d like to put the spotlight on 2 dudes from the heart of Union City, N.J. who are following their dreams from their music to their fashion. Meet FleePack. What’s good […]
Fall Beauty Must Haves Local Edition
Fall is here! Can you even believe it? Pumpkins, flannel, jackets, great hair days – I literally can’t wait! We are seeing our low maintenance beauty trends from summer translating into fall fashion staples and we have all the tips and tricks your need, plus where you can find the perfect fall beauty must haves locally! […]
Chic in the Streets, Vol. 2
I started my Chic in the Streets scouting this time around when I stumbled across Sunshine on Grove Street on the way to my top spot for tequila and flautas. She was walking up the street as I was walking down and I quickly crossed to catch up to her. I was sad to miss her as […]
Fall Fashion Trends
Every season we see a series of new trends. Some are doable for the average person, and some are meant solely for the runway. This fall we are all about patterns and textures. Here are a few that we can all try (ladies + gentleman). Velvet :: Maybe the most popular trend for fall, velvet […]
Cashletes
I’ve been writing about the JC scene for over two years now and till this day, I am still flabbergasted (yes I said it) by the amount of talented people who are doing cool shit in this city. AJ and Moust, are the owners of Cashletes an athletic apparel brand based out of Jersey City. […]
JC Street Style
In Jersey City, everyone has their own style and expresses themselves through what they wear. I feel that these five people represent Jersey City in the best way I could imagine– 1. Christine Jacklyn McCann Christine Jacklyn McCann is a preschool teacher, spotted at Dullboy wearing Converse high tops, Uniqlo jeans, jewelry from Temples Across Asia, and a Madrid […]
Chic in the Streets – Summer 2016, Vol. 1
The temperature is high and so are spirits! It’s finally summer here on Jersey City’s streets and the style is as hot as pavement. Here’s a sampling of some of the looks from Jersey City residents – from natives to transplants – and other pedestrians that I ran into while wandering Grove Street, Jersey City […]
Gear To The Street: Dead Since & Madlimited
What’s up Y’all? We back like we left something. This is #GearToTheStreet parte tres, and I’m taking the opportunity to feature some of my fellow Latinos in the game. Both these folks are establishing their imprints in the streetwear scene and have their own cult-like followings. And wouldn’t you know it, both currently reside in […]
Chilltown Collective
Chilltown Collective is a lifestyle apparel brand born out of Jersey City. It is owned, designed and operated by Jersey City natives who are passionate about the creative world. They pride themselves on providing a platform for artist and creatives to express themselves. I’ve been watching Chilltown Collective grow in the past year from the […]
Stylish Peep: Cory Weaver
The first time I met the fashion savvy Cory Weaver was at a meet ‘n greet event held at Pint this past winter. It was a chance encounter; just a bunch of the JC gays meeting, greeting, drinking, and being social. Cory ended up at my table, and besides being super friendly and über cute, I […]
Groove on Grove does JC Friday’s
We all know you have been waiting for this, and we’re glad to let you know that Groove on Grove is turning it up for JC Friday’s happening this Friday, June 3rd. Groove on Grove has so much in store for you because Friday is the best day to get out and dance! Take a […]
Love, Liesel
Love, Liesel is an adorable jewelry shop that recently took over the old home of Another Man’s Treasure. The store is owned by the sweetest girl bosses I’ve ever met; Heidi and Kerry. They invited me and friend/photographer Andy Mac to check out their store on a beautiful sunny afternoon. To be honest, Jersey City […]
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