As we approach the 4th of July...wait WHAT?  It's already the 4th of July?!   Man, who would have guessed this year would be flying by considering we have been confined to our homes for a large majority of 2020.  No matter who you are or where you live, we have all shared a similar struggle adapting to the new norms of social distancing, wearing masks, and quarantining.   But how can we approach the second half of this year ?  What can we do to grow as as individuals, as a community, and as a society?  These questions are extremely important, questions that everyone should be thinking about.   As individuals, we can focus on learning new skills, finding new hobbies and...

Last week our article focused on the history of African Wax Fabrics and the increase in their use and global popularity over the years.  This week we will continue the topic, but instead focus on the history of these fabrics deep within EKZO's roots.  As you may know, Alizee Hazan is the founder and lead designer of EKZO.  What you may not know is that her lineage is about as diverse as the unique motifs and colors found on wax fabrics!  Originally from Greece, her grandparents were exiled due to their Jewish descent and ended up finding a strong Jewish community in the African country of Congo.  Here, they found a better life with less prejudice and were able to...