In light of the new hashtag “#BlackModelsMatter’ inspired by the Zac Posen Bag, Ajak Deng retirement and the lack of diversity in the beauty and fashion industry, we have put together 10 amazing Black models who inspire the beauty and confidence of brown skin. A whole list of Melanin Fabulousness! Maria Borges Grace Bol … Continue reading
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Dedicated to all the women celebrating their friendship and curls.
Black Girl Story: 100 Hearts Program
Dedicated to the girls in the 100 Heart Program at Fairfield High Preparatory School, this poem intertwined their motivational stories. I flunked the first grade. My mom on drugs, my father in love with another being that wasn’t me From then on I was blind, flunked everything. I couldn’t see. Fifth grade I learned … Continue reading
7 Friendship Deal-Breakers!
We all love our friends, but there are some friends you really have to watch out for! We have the top seven things you should never accept from any friend – ever! A best friend who won’t celebrate your success with you You know that friend. The one who pretends to support you but the moment … Continue reading
Screams Of Silence: Speaking Out Against Abuse
This past week has brought up some feelings in me. After hearing the news that a famous pop star is going to be forced to continue working with her abuser, I did the worst thing possible by looking on the internet to see how the world would react to the topic of domestic … Continue reading
Thank you Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie
Dear Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie, In 2013, I took the conscious decision to become a feminist. Now I know that sounds strange but hear me out. I had struggled for years and had been on the brink of wanting to be a feminist but not caring what happened to other women because it wasn’t happening to … Continue reading
My Hometown Bestie
My Hometown Bestie is the kind of forever friend that you grew up with, creating fun memories. No matter where I am in the world or how long it’s been, we always pick right back up where we left off. I met Andre Williams, affectionally known as Dre (Dre-ski if we’re talking about our favorite … Continue reading
My Fairytale Heritage: Indian Chiefs and Civil Rights Leaders
This story begins with six brothers and sisters in a horse carriage and another village, with seven siblings on a farm. In the carriage, one special daughter carries the magic of the next generation. On the farm, one special son brings the power of the next generation. The daughter, with the royal skin of her … Continue reading
Makeup Inspo For Dark Skin Girls!
It’s hard for women of color to find a variety of makeup that fits their skin perfectly, and it’s even harder for dark skin girls to have palettes that cater to them exclusively. The struggle is real! So for all the girls with darker skin tones we’ve put together, 4 signature looks you can achieve … Continue reading
Friendship Goals AF!
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
Behind the Business: Anissa Mpungwe; Loin Cloth and Ashes
We love inspiring stories from amazing people across the globe who are doing great things. This week’s feature focuses on Anissa Mpungwe. Anissa Mpungwe is the Founder and Designer at South African fashion label Loin Cloth and Ashes. Who is Anissa Mpungwe? I’m quite a reserved person. I’m not always around people I don’t know. … Continue reading
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