On the fourth floor of Lacuna Lofts in Pilsen, Doechii’s Tiny Desk relaxes a small group of clients at Jem Junkies who wait for custom grillz and tooth gems. Jem Junkies, a Black-, queer-owned studio ...
Grillz have been a staple in Black American communities for years. Popularized in hip-hop culture by entrepreneur Eddie Plein, they have become an integral part of wardrobes everywhere and can serve ...