6 things you didn’t know about Day MyLane
1. The meaning of ‘Day MyLane
Did you find yourself browsing Day MyLane’s Instagram, Facebook page, or website, blissfully bookmarking all the fabulous Day MyLane apparel you want to purchase only to suddenly stop and think ‘wait, what does Day MyLane even mean’?
If you did, good! Our goal at Day MyLane is to celebrate diversity and heritage by sparking curiosity and turning heads— so we are glad we turned yours.
So, what does Day MyLane mean?
Day MyLane in the literal sense is a twist on the Nigerian Pidgin English saying “Dey my lane”, which itself is a version of the English phrase, “stay in my lane”. Our brand name is the perfect embodiment of our company's passion for celebrating culture and language across cultural lines. By selecting unfamiliar names for our brand and product captions, we hope to encourage you to be curious about the world, to introduce you to new cultural trends, and to inspire you to celebrate your own heritage with confidence.
2. Day MyLane is a black owned brand!
Chika, the inspiring woman behind Day MyLane born to Igbo parents and based in the Washington DC metro area. As the Creative director of Day MyLane, she has an distinct enthusiasm for heart warming and memorable experiences coupled with a wonder for African cultural trends and heritage. Through Day MyLane, Chika provides a platform for individuals like yourself, to connect with people from all corners of the diaspora; a joint community to share stories, highlight heritage, and make your voice heard.
3. Day MyLane clothing captions are not only in Nigerian Pidgin English
While several of Day MyLane’s products sport creative spins on traditional and trendy Nigerian Pidgin English phrases, Day MyLane also has items that rock phrases from other languages— shout out to all the linguaphiles out there. Although Day MyLane’s products have a heavy focus on Nigerian culture— a homage to the founders Igbo heritage— the overarching theme of the brand is to celebrate multiculturalism. Products like our signature My Love T-shirt which quotes ‘my love’ in over 10 languages does just that, providing a unique and fun way for you to learn about prominent languages spoken on the African continent.
4. Day MyLane is for everyone that…
One of Day MyLane’s top values is inclusivity and this is clearly demonstrated in our products. We have everything from men’s and women’s fashion to baby apparel.
Our clothing offerings range from vibrant hoodies and colorful bathing suits, to fabulous gym wear and playful scarves. In short, Day MyLane has something for you, no matter your gender, ethnicity, or age.
5. Day MyLane is not just a clothing brand
When it comes to fashion, Day MyLane is all about creativity and self-expression. We aim to provide you with as many tools as we can for you to cultivate your personal style and express your unique story and voice. To do this, we provide more than just clothes. We have an eclectic collection of accessories like pouches, phone cases, mugs, backpacks, and shoes for you to mix, match and satisfy all your creative needs. Our Day MyLane blog provides you with tips and tools to navigate culture and lifestyle with confidence. Our blog topics range from healthy living advice to solo travel tips.
6. Day MyLane is more than a fashion brand, it's a lifestyle brand
We cannot emphasize this one enough, Day MyLane is more than just a clothing brand. Day MyLane is above all, a creative platform to connect you to the numerous possibilities of a rich cultural heritage. The way we do this is through creating trendy and accessible wearable art. We strive to provide you with the best looking and quality products possible. At the same time, we want our products to start conversations, help you stand out, and provide you with a space for your voice to be amplified.
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