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These two sisters just founded the coolest curl care brand.

Barbara and Paola Brignoni

Horae of Spring was born when Barbara Brignoni stood in front of Botticelli’s „Birth of Venus“ in Florence and became obsessed with the goddesses surrounding Aphrodite — the Horae, deities of the seasons and divine timing. That obsession became a brand: a Curl Enhancing Cream in rose and sandalwood, a „Curl Bible“ that reframes your hair journey as a genesis-to-rebirth story, and a whole lot of self-love baked into the packaging.

Co-founded with her sister Paola (creative Pisces + business-minded Capricorn — total yin and yang), the brand is on a mission to make curly hair feel like the top shelf of your vanity, not the „ethnic aisle“ at CVS.

Read the full interview on nairanyc.com 🔗 link in bio

We had the best time ‘s NYFW event last month, where we go to preview their new pieces for spring and summer. Swipe to see some of our faves ➡️

Full details on each piece in our article in Stories and highlights. Happy shopping 🛍️

From donuts to the tasty matchas to chocolate chip cookies, these 5 Black- (and woman) owned NYC spots will satisfy your your sweet tooth

From donuts to the tasty matchas to chocolate chip cookies, these 5 Black- (and woman) owned NYC spots will satisfy your your sweet tooth

Putting the box in box braids 💫 📦

Amazing hair artistry by

Get inspired by Gabby Beckford, the globetrotting creator behind who encourages others to follow in her footsteps of seeing the world, even when you don’t feel ready.

She gives us tips on how to travel for free and her must-see destinations in 2026. Article in bio and in stories.

Essaouira is a quiet surf town that feels like Marrakech’s moody older — calm, windswept, and unhurried. The souks are softer, the ocean hums in the distance, and life moves at the pace of a seagull’s glide.

There are no Michelin stars and there’s no chaos — just ease, sea breeze, and a kind of peace that seeps into your bones.

Writer shares with us why you need to visit this under the radar city. Link in bio and on nairanyc.com.