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From the page to the screen — bold conversations with the visionaries behind our covers and features, offering unfiltered insights, personal journeys, and the truths mainstream media often overlooks.

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From digital depth to tactile print, each issue is an intentional act of representation, design, and impact. Media for those who believe content can be beautiful and world-changing. Every issue supports trees planted, wells built and much more.

The List That Matters

Where the overlooked become unforgettable — rewriting the rules of recognition.

Our list champions visionaries who disrupt quietly but impact loudly — the builders, the dreamers, the culture shapers too often left out of the narrative. This is where recognition is redefined, where bold vision meets overdue visibility.

Build Like a Woman

Stories, strategies, and spotlights on women who lead, create, and innovate.

A celebration of unapologetic ambition, community-rooted leadership, and the power of building on your own terms. Where brilliance, balance, and business meet.

Undivided

Our attention. Our space. Our spotlight—given fully.

We press pause on the noise to spotlight what truly matters—one voice at a time, undiluted and unapologetic.Because some stories don’t whisper. They roar—and we’re listening, fully.

Certified FAB

Elegance that disrupts the ordinary. Impact built to endure.

From runway disruptors to business innovators, this is where authenticity finds its spotlight. Certified FAB is our stamp for those who deliver beauty that means something—branding with backbone, style with substance.

The Method

Tools, practices, and blueprints for building a bold life and business.

For the visionary in motion, these insights are intentional routines designed to help you lead, grow, and thrive with clarity and conviction. Rooted in wisdom, refined by experience, and ready to fuel your next breakthrough.

Troo Vault

Timeless stories with timely relevance.

Discover the rare! A curated archive of the voices, visuals, and visionaries that laid the foundation for TrooRa’s mission. Step inside our time capsule of truth. Every piece still pulses with purpose, reminding us why we started and where we’re headed.

The Current

Fresh drops from the cultural front lines.

The cultural current from breaking narratives to rising disruptors—this is where the headlines inform and ignite. Get the real-time pulse on the people, ideas, and movements reshaping our now.

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Explore What Moves You

Whatever your vibe—fashion, food, wellness, or tech—find the stories that speak directly to your passions and purpose. Thoughtfully organized, endlessly inspiring. Each category is a doorway into culture, creativity, and curated excellence.

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Right Meets Left Interior Design

Interior designer Courtney McLeod says it’s time to “get beyond the beige.” Based in NYC, she showcases a variety of home and business interiors full...

Historical Inspiration for an Innovative Home

Home Design Historical Inspiration for an Innovative Home Written by: Cristina Deptula Corey Damen Jenkins: Classic Interiors Corey Damen Jenkins:...

Simply Christmas

Return to the simple things this festive season: a table decorated to evoke a sense of comfort and nostalgia, a humble colour palette, and homespun...

The Mona Lisa of Gift Boxes

Mona Bavar is the delightful and engaging entrepreneur behind DLISH, a start up company specializing in curating distinctive gifts around food, art...

Women, Wine, and Wings

Early morning sunlight sparkled across the turquoise water as we boarded our private boat. The sun had just peeked out over the ever-present and...

One Tough Chingona

A No-Nonsense Profile of Chef Silvana Salcido Esparza “A fucking badass” is the literal definition of the self-appointed “Chingona” chef. It is...

Culinary Queer Artistry

Exploring the Bold Expression of Six LGBTQ+ Trailblazer Brands In celebration of Pride Month, we turn our attention to the culinary world and the...

The Knowledge of Flour

Known as one of the most decorated and popular bakeries in America, Flour Bakery + Café opened its doors at the turn of the century...

Nomadic Voyage

Black Resistance & Resilience. The theme of 2023’s Black History Month depicts a powerful remembrance of significant events and people in the history...

Free to Travel Queer

As a member of the LGBTQIA+ community, it can be overwhelming to make travel plans that feel safe and inclusive...

Dream Escapes

You wake up to the light touch of the morning sun on your skin, a fresh, sweet-smelling breeze, and the rhythmic sound of the waves breaking on the...

Santa Claus Holiday Village

Visit the Santa Claus Holiday Village on the Arctic Circle for Your Dream Winter Vacation!...
Art

Recording Artist Jaidene Veda

J aidene Veda is a Canadian recording artist with five albums under her belt as well as close to 200 collaborations as a feature vocalist over her...
Art

Maya’s Lens

An Interview with Award-winning Documentary Filmmaker Maya Cueva M aya Cueva is an award-winning director and producer who began broadcasting for...

The Audacious Visionaries

Three LGBTQ+ Maestros Enriching the Arts Realm In the vibrant realm of visual art and literature, three queer maestros are breaking boundaries and...
Art

Bell Collective

The Bell Collective comprises female (-identifying) photographers and creators. Founded by photographer Alina Rudya, this collective uses visual...

Drag, Activism, and the Power of Rebirth

Lonnie Haley, aka Mercedez Munro, uses drag for self-expression, advocacy, and LGBTQIA+ empowerment...

Strolling in the Phluid City

In a world that can often feel hostile and unwelcoming to those who don’t fit into traditional gender roles, The Phluid Project is a beacon of hope...

Spring Fashion Wishlist

Trooly Rare Outfit Ideas For Those Who Dare Spring fashion is fresh, clean, and flirty, like the season itself. After a cold, long winter, nothing...

Sewing Seeds Of Style

Monica Walsh's Leap From Farming To Fashion. Crafting A Legacy At Cobbler’s Lane Where Timeless Design Meets Sustainable Elegance...

Feed Your Head

AVOCURL Leads the Way for Natural Hair Products Jasmine Curtis is taking a stand against harmful chemicals in hair care products marketed to Black...

Ashley’s Suds

Customizable Natural Hand Poured Soap Hand Crafted With Passion and Love For Nature. A few decades ago, the world moved from using soap bars to body...

Beauty
Giving A Freck

The new face of bold clean beauty In a world where using makeup to cover up “irregularities” like freckles on the face is the norm, Remi Brixton...

Showing True Color

Beauty has always been about colors—skin tone, makeup, fashion, or accessories. Ideal beauty standards have always been about light skin tone, dark...

Living In Awe

Innovator Mark Chasan describes awe as a state of amazement, wonder, love, reverence, and gratitude for all we have the fortune to experience...

Stand in Loveland

Given the social breakouts, the subsequent Black Lives Matter protests, and the police brutality in response to those events, African Americans have...

Rethinking Ritual

No one was more surprised than me to find yours truly spending the evening with a coven of witches...

Yoga For Every Body

UK’s Stonewall Housing, the Provider of Safe Shelter, Becomes a Waking Dream for the Queer Community...

Logging on to Healthy living

A piece about the services, exploits, and goals of BMT as a solutions provider. BMT Consulting Services is a consulting agency that collaborates with...

The Mila Movement

Camilla Lorentzen created the fitness app Mila to provide an alternative to the unhealthy diet culture that dominates many workout platforms today...

Steering Clear of Holiday Weight Gain

With the arrival of the holidays comes a host of different festivities, which provide the opportunity to kick back and relax with loved ones, with...

Black Health Matters

A dive into the lives and accomplishments of the founders of Black Health Matters, a Black-owned organization. Answering the call to cater to the...

Swimming Against the Tide

From Tragedy to Triumph, Exploring the remarkable journey of a multi-gold medalist swimmer conquering both Paralympic and able-bodied events. Inside...

Austin Bryant on Resilience, Growth, and the Athlete Mindset That Drives Greatness

NFL star Austin Bryant opens up about his athlete mindset, overcoming setbacks, and how resilience, faith, and focus shape his journey on and off the...

Artistic Expression or Athletic Feat?

Surfing, Skating, Climbing, and Other Fringe Action Sports Take Center Stage at the Paris Olympics...
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Empowering Career Transformation with Madelyn Mackie

Featured in TrooRa’s The Entrepreneurial Spirit Issue Edition 24
Category: Career Coaching & Professional Growth

Ready to take your career to the next level? Madelyn Mackie, a dynamic career coach and speaker, is here to help you uncover your “superpowers”—the skills you love and excel at—and transform them into fulfilling opportunities. From rebranding yourself to setting clear goals and leveraging your network, Madelyn’s approach is all about empowerment and clarity.

What to Expect:
	•	Insight into Madelyn’s career coaching process
	•	Tips for achieving life-work balance in today’s evolving workforce
	•	Strategies to rebrand and position yourself for success

Hosted by:
TrooRa Founder, Executive Editor In Chief, and Creative Director @trystanne

Don’t miss this career-transforming conversation!

#TrooRaLive #CareerTransformation #MadelynMackie #LifeWorkBalance
From all of us at TrooRa, we wish you a joyous Christmas filled with love, warmth, and cherished moments. 🎄✨

This season reminds us of the power of connection, creativity, and community—values we hold close to our mission. At TrooRa, we celebrate underrepresented voices, innovative ideas, and the beauty of authentic stories. As we reflect on this year, we are grateful for every creative, entrepreneur, and dreamer who has inspired us along the way.

May your holidays be as vibrant and meaningful as the stories we aim to share. Here’s to a season of joy, and a 2025 filled with endless possibilities. ❤️

#MerryChristmas #HappyHolidays #TrooRaCelebratesYou #CreativityMatters #CelebrateDiversity #TrooRaCommunity #AuthenticStories
In a world that thrives on creativity and innovation, it’s important to take a moment to express gratitude for the individuals who fuel these qualities. Creatives, innovators, and entrepreneurs are the lifeblood of progress, continuously pushing boundaries and reshaping the future. Their courage to dream and their relentless pursuit of excellence inspire us all. To our readers and audience, your support and engagement provide the motivation that drives these visions forward. Most importantly, we owe a heartfelt thanks to our incredible team, whose dedication and passion turn ideas into reality. Together, we form a vibrant community that celebrates imagination and ingenuity, paving the way for a brighter tomorrow.
Amid recent world events and the tension of election results, remember to take a moment to just breathe. 

Life can feel overwhelming when so much is happening around us, but taking time to center yourself, process, and reconnect with your inner calm is essential.

Breathe in peace, exhale stress, and move forward with resilience and compassion.
Live TrooRa Episode:
From Corporate Climb to Empowerment: 
Regina Lawless on Redefining Success 

Featured in TrooRa’s The Entrepreneurial Spirit Issue Autumn ’24
Edition 24

The resilient and inspiring Regina Lawless from a high-powered corporate career to founding Bossy and Blissful, Regina Lawless is redefining leadership and fulfillment. Her journey champions Black female leaders, helping them navigate corporate life while centering joy and authenticity. 🌟

✨ Don’t miss this inspiring conversation on balance, community, and living a fulfilling life beyond traditional success. 
Join us live next Thursday, the 7th of November at 11am pst
as we sit down with @regina.lawless! 

Tune in and explore the intersection of resilience, mindfulness, and well-being.

Don’t miss this session. #doyoubook
Thank you, Madame Vice President @vp @kamalaharris, for your tireless dedication, courage, and resilience throughout this hard-fought campaign. Standing up to protect our rights, our futures, and our country’s trajectory is no small feat, and you did it with grace, strength, and unwavering commitment. To President Joe Biden @potus @joebiden, thank you for standing alongside us, guiding the vision forward, and championing the values that unite us as a nation.  Thank you @timwalz for showing us what it’s like to be supportive of Women and for being a great partner to our VP in this race. 

And to every campaign worker, volunteer, and supporter who poured their heart and soul into this journey—your work has not gone unnoticed. From knocking on doors to late nights in campaign offices, your dedication embodies the spirit of democracy. You are the backbone of this movement, and your tireless efforts inspire us all.

Together, we stand stronger and more hopeful for a future that truly represents all of us. Thank you for the sacrifices, the passion, and the belief in change. Here’s to resilience, unity, and a brighter tomorrow. 🇺🇸💙 

📸 @flongala 🙏🏽💙

#ThankYouKamala #ThankYouBiden #DemocraticParty #GratefulForOurVolunteers”
LIVE with Vanessa Simmons!

Entrepreneur and mother Vanessa Simmons has been a force in the business world since a young age, and now she’s sharing her inspiring wellness journey while reigniting her passion for fashion. Her brand is an exquisite blend of wellness, style, and philanthropy, embodying a modern approach to luxury living.

This autumn, Simmons continues her journey of grace and growth, with a spotlight on her latest venture, U4IA—a digital wellness community offering curated tips, products, and personal stories that empower women to thrive in both mind and body.

Tune in to this conversation to be inspired.
@vanessajsimmons x @trooramagazine 

For TrooRa Magazine The Autumn Issue ‘24
The Entrepreneurial Spirit Edition 24

Creative Team:
Photographed by @cfoxthephotographer 
Model @vanessajsimmons
@thedewaalagency
Creative Director @trystanne 
Hair Styling by @ninajhair 
MUA @lightcastlebeauty 
Styling by @audreybrianne 
Stylist Assistant: @tyreesstyle 
Set Coordinator @gracehendricks
TrooRa Set Support @brajeanson

Look #1
Dress - Elliatt @elliatt 
Earring - Nissa Jewelry @nissajewelry 
Shoes - Stuart Weitzman @stuartweitzman 

#trooramagazine #troolala #troorashoot #troora #troorawellness #U4IA
New Issue Alert! 

Our Latest Issue has arrived🎉

We are honored to feature the extraordinary Vanessa Simmons gracing not one but all three covers of TrooRa’s Entrepreneurial Spirit Issue Autumn ’24. Simmons, who has seamlessly transitioned from fashion icon to wellness entrepreneur, continues to inspire with her new brand, U4IA. Her journey reflects the power of reinvention, embodying resilience, elegance, and a commitment to wellness as a lifestyle.  Vanessa exemplifies the power of evolution reminding us that wellness isn’t just a trend but a lifelong commitment to balance and growth.

Head to the link in our bio NOW to view the 
full issue Free for 7 Days. 

Don’t forget to subscribe to our immersive digital copies and get waitlisted for our 100% sustainable coffee table style print copies. 

TrooRa the Entrepreneurial Spirit Issue 
Autumn ‘24 Edition 24 
Cover Feature Shoot Creative Team:
Photographed by @cfoxthephotographer 
Model @vanessajsimmons
@U4IA
@thedewaalagency
Creative Director @trystanne 
Hair Styling by @ninajhair 
MUA @lightcastlebeauty 
Styling by @audreybrianne 
Stylist Assistant: @tyreesstyle 
Set Coordinator @gracehendricks
TrooRa Set Support @brajeanson

Look #1
Dress - Elliatt @elliatt
Earring - Nissa Jewelry @nissajewelry
Shoes - Stuart Weitzman @stuartweitzman

Look #2
Top- Eloquii @eloquii 
Pant - Eloquii @eloquii
Earring - Forever21 @forever21 
Bag - Silver & Riley @silverandriley
Shoe - Pour la Victoire

Look #3
Top -  Colton Dane 
Tight - Commando 
Bag - Silver & Riley @silverandriley
Shoes - Jimmy Choo @ jimmychoo
Earring - Nissa Jewelry @nissajewelry

Look #4
Top - Venice 
Ring - Evil Pawn Jewelry
Earring - Nissa Jewelry
Belt - Banana Republic 
Skirt - Michael DePaulo
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Marking a milestone with our 25th issue, TrooRa Magazine’s Art Issue 2024 (Special Edition) explores the transformative power of creativity as a force for healing, unity, and change.

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