ABOUT
We remember The Yard, The Quad, and those long registration lines. We dressed for class, found our scene at The Union or in front of the Business or Science buildings, and made memories that still make us laugh today. From road trips and probates to Homecoming and The Classic, those weekends bring it all back — the spirit, the stories, the family.
Our HBCU pride runs deep. It’s more than classmates and friends — it’s a village. From Freshman 101 classes, to graduation, to alumni association - the bonds we built live on in us, and now in our children who continue the tradition. This isn’t just school spirit. This is family. This is US!
Our Squad
"She's the Inspiration and the Influence”
She is rhythm and legacy —
The Yard in autumn, the echo of a chant,
a sideline queen who never needed a crown.
She’s grown now, with miles behind her and magic ahead.
Career on point, motherhood in stride,
Her closet speaks volumes — elegance with an edge.
She tailgates in the morning, toasts at night,
gliding through circles with ease and grace.
She’s the vibe, the vision, the voice.
She is the spirit of tradition —
and the future dressed in confidence.
Twenty years ago, a bond began between two ‘Southern Girls’ in the most unlikely of places – the Cream City of Milwaukee, Wisconsin. But it was their love for two New Orleans born guys, their deep-south roots, their affinity for good food, mixed with good music, and their love of “that ol’ HBCU spirit” that led to a deeper connection and blossomed into a true friendship. Each an alumna of rival HBCUs, Jackson State University and Southern University; one an Alumni J-Sette, the other an Alumni Cheerleader – both with fond memories of their college years and very happy at this stage of their lives. They went from collaborators to confidantes, allies to accomplices. Today, they are also business partners.
“Our school spirit, our love for fashion and for all HBCUs inspired us to create Spirited 101. We believe in building a collection and a brand that is insightful, thoughtful and inclusive of black women and makes them feel comfortable, confident and seen! We are mothers, wives, entrepreneurs, girlfriends— we are our customer. Our motto: "Look good, feel good, and 'Do Whatcha Wanna'. We are Soul Sisters! We are all sisters-in-Spirit!”
Marci & Stephanie
