There's been plenty of talk on my end about What's Next for Kurvy Etiquette. I've been blogging about starting a clothing line for thee past 10+ year with one of my very best friends Katie-Marie Lewis-Fox. I must admit that for some time that's all it was. Simply something to keep our creative juices flowing. But in the back of my mind I always truly desired to become a designer. In 2014 I decided to get serious and apply to a prestigious school of art and design. I wasn't accepted. We'll talk about why at a later date. Still I insisted on learning the art of design. After several trips to Barnes and Noble I felt my design arsenal was fully loaded and ready for lift off. I decided to teach myself. I studied sketching and drafting techniques as well as took free Coursera classes on line for design and fashion marketing. Not being accepted was not allowed to be my excuse.

A year later and I have a work studio (my sun room but it does the trick). MY designs are actually hanging in my home. I've already had a few request to for custom made pieces. Recently, a friend visited my home and I revealed to her some of my work (No one has seen what I'm working on). Completely apprehensive about showing the world what I'm working on, I tried it on. Her expression spoke volumes. Not only did she like it but she was ready to put her order in.

Last night Diner en Blanc came to Atlanta. Not only did I attend but I was also one of the many fantastic volunteers involved in the event. It was there that I decided to wear a piece from my Fall 2015 collection. It received great reviews from men and women. The collection is classic with a few simple trendy pieces. Of course Diner en Blanc is an all white event so of course I adapted the design to fit the evening. What isn't shown is the pearl draped detailing in the back over a deep revealing v cut.

Not only did I get to wear one of my own designs but I of course enjoyed myself with my now world famous travel group Nomadness Travel Tribe, which is led by none other than  +Evita Robinson. I love the tribe and the additional support I receive from them.



So today I'm grateful for God's guidance. I ever so thankful for those who have encouraged me near and far. I'm even more grateful for those who were and still are skeptical. Everyone starts somewhere and I am glad I decided to start in 2012 and began walking into my destiny last year.   

Breian 'Kurvy Brei' Brockington

For the past two years I've spent my time blogging about beauty, fashion and self love. I've spent several afternoons dreaming about becoming a designer. This isn't anything new. I've had this same dream since college. At the time it was just something that kept my best friend Katie and I creatively sound. While in college and much of my adult life I've been the go to kitchen stylist. Even when I wasn't prompted I still chimed in with my own styling tips. Today I am overjoyed, overwhelmed, over worked but elated to announce that sample pieces for my first collection are in the works. 3 pieces of petit collection noir have been completed. My emotions are somewhat all over the place and I'm not quite sure how to feel about it all. It is pretty amazing watching a dream unfold before your eyes. A bit scary at times. But it's nothing I can't handle.

Let me introduce myself. My name is Breian S. Brockington born and raised in the south. I have always been the creative type. Journals and sketch pads from my childhood often remind me that my destiny has always been inside of me. What an honor it is to see and feel Gods light and hand upon my life. So today, it is a living dream to live out the process of being a fashion designer. Countless hours have been spent walking the platforms of Atlanta's Lenox mall, envisioning my collection hanging in Nordstrom or Macy's. Caressing swatch after swatch until the perfect cut of fabric 'spoke' to me. This moment right now has been a long road. The most grueling part has been learning to get out of my own way. So many doors have opened since I made to decision to step out of the proverbial box and go for IT.

Early work from 2015

Petit Collection Noir is a trendy adaptation of the little black dress. Today's plus size beauty is in command of her Kurves. No longer does she hide behind the color black. Now, the color black is an addition to each sultry curve she wishes to display. This collection comprises of only six pieces that are key to any woman's wardrobe. Think of it as a modern capsule collection for on trend millennial women. In 2015 shapely women have embraced their sex appeal but also understand that sexy can be delivered in various forms. PCN features very shapely lines as well as flare and clean straight lines. Transitioning from office to place will be easy and effortless.

I am beyond ecstatic to present Petit Collection Noir to the world.