“My work is about creating art in all forms for all people”
Marie Antoinette was born and raised in Tampa, Florida.
Passionate about community initiatives that encourage healthcare education and supports children as well as single parent homes, Marie studied healthcare services, which led her into the field of anesthesiology.
With a deep-rooted curiosity about fashion and art and how these industry sectors impact inclusivity, Marie’s true calling emerged when a woman in a fabric store told her “you're pretty for a dark-skinned girl”. Surprised that skin tone and color was still such a big part of society’s narrative, Marie started development on MELANIN; a documentary, book and lifestyle brand that positively demystifies COLORISM (the biased or prejudicial treatment of people belonging to the same race, based on skin pigmentation).
Marie Antoinette 929 is a fashion designer and lifestyle brand with a unique approach to addressing socio-economic issues through art. Our brand is dedicated to using fashion as a platform to raise awareness and spark conversations in society. By incorporating societal issues into our designs, we strive to make a positive impact and promote social change. Join us in our mission to blend style with purpose and create a world where fashion meets activism.