by goesbywalton | Nov 10, 2025 | Children, Hair Care
When Talei Hornback’s daughter wished for clip-in hair extensions that looked like her own coils, Talei didn’t wait for someone else to make them; she created them for her daughter instead. From Glendale, Arizona, she launched Coily Clips, the first-ever colorful, textured clip-in hair extensions for little girls.
Each Coily Clip is designed with love and intention—featuring colorful, ombré synthetic hair paired with a stylish bow, all fastened to a branded alligator clip. But beyond the vibrant shades and fun designs, Coily Clips are about something deeper: representation. Talei is ensuring that all little girls, especially those with natural curls and coils, see themselves reflected in the products made for them. Because as she puts it, “playtime shouldn’t have limits.”
Coily Clips made its debut at the ABC Kids Show in Las Vegas in May 2025, marking the beginning of a bright journey ahead. Talei’s mission now is to get Coily Clips into beauty shops and salons nationwide—creating space for textured hair joy wherever families shop.
As the CEO and President of both Coily Clips and The Black Box, a high-end subscription box that amplifies Black-owned brands, Talei knows the importance of building with both purpose and balance. Her advice for other Black women entrepreneurs?
“Make it a priority to unplug. Even if you’re—especially if you’re—building a business. I experienced clinical burnout in 2020 trying to keep up with growth that outpaced my capacity. Please, please commit to putting your self-care first.”
With Coily Clips, Talei Hornback is redefining beauty standards one clip at a time; teaching the next generation that their curls, coils, and kinks are worth celebrating, every single day. If you’re looking for representation for little girls in playtime and style, visit coilyclips.com to learn more and discover these colorful clip-in hair extensions.
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by goesbywalton | Jan 31, 2025 | Author, Books, Children, Self-love
At just 16, Nyla Choates set out to create the change she wanted to see. Now, as a senior at Spelman College, she is the powerhouse behind My Roots Are Rich, a brand dedicated to building self-confidence through representation. What started as a children’s book has grown into a full-fledged brand featuring coloring books, puzzles, dolls, clothing, and—coming February 1st—her newest launch, children’s pajamas!
Born from a lack of representation she experienced growing up in Silicon Valley, My Roots Are Rich goes beyond selling products—it makes an impact. Nyla has traveled across the U.S. and even to Ghana, donating books, reading to children in underserved communities, and showing them that their stories matter. She doesn’t just talk about change; she embodies it. Nyla told us, “I started this adventure to entrepreneurship at the age of 16 with a desire to be the change I wanted to see in this world. Through hard work and the grace of God I am seeing my dream become a reality daily.”
Nyla continues to expand her reach, proving that success is about perseverance. Reflecting on her journey, Nyla shares, “I started this adventure to entrepreneurship at the age of 16 with a desire to be the change I wanted to see in this world. Through hard work and the grace of God, I am seeing my dream become a reality daily.”
You can purchase Nyla’s products at www.myrootsarerich.com.
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by goesbywalton | Sep 12, 2024 | Clothing
Whitney Allysyn is a tall womenswear collection helping the vertically blessed dress how they’re meant to dress, without compromise. They’re focused on building a capsule wardrobe for modern women seeking a timeless, yet sexy, approach to style. While living in the nation’s capital, Whitney immersed herself in the budding fashion scene – as a makeup artist for CHANEL Beauté within major department stores and as an intern at various fashion and entertainment public relations startup firms. In 2021, she took all her fashion and beauty experience and started her namesake label in service of tall women. With the mission to solve a problem that she herself had – not being able to easily access luxury quality, affordable apparel for her 5’9”, 35” inseam frame – Whitney Allysyn launched in June 2023.
Whitney Allysyn is focused on building a capsule wardrobe for modern women seeking a timeless, yet sexy, approach to style. Their designs are also offered in a unique sizing system that enables tall women to enjoy chic styles in a better fit for their longer arms, legs and torsos.
Website: https://www.whitneyallysyn.com/
by goesbywalton | Jun 15, 2024 | Art, Children
Sparking creativity in little hearts one masterpiece at a time with art. At MMMoore Twins & Co creativity knows no limits and imaginations run wild. The masterpieces are created by dedicated autistic artist Mya and sister Mia on a mission to inspire and nurture the budding Picassos and Van Gohs.
Website: http://www.mmmooretwinsco.com
by goesbywalton | May 3, 2024 | Children
Baby & The Beat creates Hip Hop-themed children’s products that both kids AND parents can enjoy.
Website: www.babyandthebeat.com
by goesbywalton | Apr 27, 2024 | Books, Children
Ashima’s signature publication is The Amazing Adventures of Aya & Pete children’s travel book series. The series is inspired by the real life experiences of mother-daughter duo Serena Minott and Asha Gore, and beautifully illustrated by Carolina Búzio, The Amazing Adventures of Aya & Pete takes children on exciting adventures around the world as they explore topics such as geography, languages, foods, currency, landmarks and cultures in different cities.
Website: www.shopashima.com
