The Awakening: Cleo Wade
Gucci
Apr 27 2023
For the fifth act of ‘The Awakening’ series with Vogue, Cleo Wade explores the power of her writing.
“Writing shapes my future by making sure I put myself on the page.” Born in New Orleans, the poet, activist and author is inspired for her future by maintaining a close connection with the Louisiana city. For the new film in The Awakening series, director Garrett Bradley captures Cleo Wade in her hometown and explores how Gucci Bloom Eau de Parfum Intense is part of her creative process.
Mother's Day: Melinda Wang Believes Self-Care Is Childcare A happy and healthy mom is a good mom. That’s the philosophy to which beauty entrepreneur Melinda Wang subscribes. The CEO and co-founder of vegan skincare line Nomel makes sure to prioritize taking care of herself so as not to fall prey to a draining mindset of martyrdom or sheer burnout, while running a business and taking care of her two-year-old daughter. “Your healthy attitude toward sleep, food and discipline will affect your children in the most important ways,” she explains. Melinda spoke with Tory Daily about the underrated benefits of double cleansing, the ups and downs of entrepreneurship and how she finds balance as a mom. 
