Ebony’ is an integral part of my life, and I think it’s very exciting to be able to help to move the brand forward. Linda Johnson Rice Read Quote
More black women are in the professional-managerial field, and they don’t want to look like the guys sitting next to them in pinstriped suits. Linda Johnson Rice Read Quote
We are going to do extensive market research because it is hard for black women to go into stores and get clothes that fit the way they should. Linda Johnson Rice Read Quote
Johnson Publishing has been built on filling a need for African-Americans. This is what’s happening with E Style. There was nothing that addressed the specific needs of African-American women. Linda Johnson Rice Read Quote
It is a sign of my mother’s determination, confidence, and creativity that more than 50 years after launching the renowned Ebony Fashion Fair show, her timeless sense of style endures as a guidepost for today’s fashion-loving women. Linda Johnson Rice Read Quote
In light of the overall economic challenges that are affecting many, including our potential corporate sponsors, we have arrived at a most difficult decision to cancel Ebony Fashion Fair’s fall 2009 season. Linda Johnson Rice Read Quote
We like to keep it short. If a story warrants more in-depth coverage, we will do it. Linda Johnson Rice Read Quote
I think the most challenging aspect from my father’s perspective was probably getting advertising. He really did pattern ‘Ebony’ after ‘Look’ and ‘Life’ magazines. Linda Johnson Rice Read Quote
I have always drawn strength from my late mother’s life. When Eunice Johnson set up the first major fashion show for African-American audiences more than 50 years ago, she did so at a time when black Americans, especially black women, were still fighting for a seat at the table – any table. Linda Johnson Rice Read Quote
Fairness and equality means that what you are never limits who you can be. It means that a young African-American man like my father can start a business with $500 and a dream. It means that a young African-American woman like my mother can walk into European fashion houses with her head held high and be treated with respect. Linda Johnson Rice Read Quote
