Nothing like a great friendship to aspire and inspire you to be better. Here are some friendship goals we thought were pretty damn inspiring! Gabrielle and Sanaa They’ve been friends for over 15 years! They both were on the set of Love and Basketball and have grown in their careers respectively. But the one notable … Continue reading
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Dear Beyonce, We Cannot Unite.
We Cannot Unite. Before I begin, let it be known that I am not part of the “BeyHive” [it’s ridiculous that this needs to be stated to make a point about Beyonce.] However, I feel it necessary to co-sign on the issue and disagree with the disgruntled women of color and their concerns towards the … Continue reading
Black Women: Stop Seeking Their Acceptance
They touch our hair without permission; they ask ignorant questions at the most inappropriate times, accuse us of being ghetto because we wear hoop earrings and can twerk (this is before copying us and saying that they only appreciated our culture) and they call our sons thugs because they like rap music. They then have … Continue reading
The Best Damn Girlfriend Getaway! 4 To-Die For Airbnbs That’ll Have You Packing Immediately!
“I hate getaways!” Said no girl ever. Traveling is so much better when you have great company and what better company than your friends to share memories with. Sometimes planning a girls getaway can be stressful and indecisive. We’ve put together some inspiration for you with these amazing AirBnB’s to seal the deal on an … Continue reading
Representation Is Necessary: A Child’s First Impression
Growing up, I looked up to so many people. Just like any other kid, I was impressed with the smallest act of heroism. Even if it was moving a turtle across the road so it wouldn’t get hurt, it made me think about how happy and safe that turtle was. Super heroes were inspirational to … Continue reading
Detroit Is The New Black – Roslyn Karamoko
Detroit has seen many hardships and is still undergoing a lengthy transformation back to its glory days. The city once housed a thriving music industry and is still home to the revived auto industry. In the mix of gentrification and a crumbling public school system, Detroit has birthed many entrepreneurs. One of which we would … Continue reading
Love Thyself! New Month New Rules
New Month New Rules! If you have set some goals, you’re on the right track. If you haven’t set any goals, made any resolutions, or you’re not sure what to change – we’ve got some resolutions to get you started! If you haven’t read our guide to Queenin’ close this now and read it … Continue reading
Behind the Business: Mummy Mthembu-Fawkes, Earthy
If you a naturalista and have been on the hunt for natural hair products in South Africa then you may have probably heard of the hair range called Earthy. This week we go behind the business and look at the inspiring MUMMY MTHEMBU-FAWKES. You wouldn’t think that growing up Mummy sported short or no hair … Continue reading
America’s Forgotten Cities [Part II]:Detroit
Sweet Motor City, Detroit has birthed enough black artists to rival the Harlem Renaissance. Once upon a time, Detroit was the black Hollywood of America, as many of our favorite musicians and some of the world’s sexiest music have come out of this place that also graced us with Motown Records (before they moved to … Continue reading
Chest Paining: Going Through ‘The Chesties’ After A Bad Breakup
Have you ever had that horrible feeling of a black hole sitting where your heart is supposed to be? Consuming all your happiness – bringing nothing but grief. You sit in the dark, in denial of what you’re really going through. Yes child, you’re chest paining. Getting through a break up is not easy. All … Continue reading
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