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Finally, An Honest Review: Essence Festival

This past summer, the 25th anniversary of Essence Festival landed on the weekend of July 5th through July 7th. The star-studded, three day event was..

Designer Profile: Amon Ogyiri

Right in the midst of spooky season, I caught up with Amon of NOMA to delve into his latest collection, Nocturnal Being. We talked about..

Exclusive Album Pre-Release Party With Pardi

Tuesday, November 5th, The Section 8 Sex Symbol, Pardison Fontaine, shared his debut album, Under8ed, with a room exclusively to ladies for a night of..

Exclusive Interview: Model Pat Tracey

It is not everyday you get invited to a Lanvin grand opening and have conversation with well established models. But, not everyday was October 10th..

Soho Welcomes New Luxe Concept Resident, Lanvin

On October 10th, 150 Mercer officially opened its doors as Lanvin’s new luxury concept store. Founded in 1889 by Jeanne Lanvin, this historic brand is..

KidSuper and Sustainability

In recent years, we’ve watched the fashion industry make attempts to create clothing more eco-friendly with sustainable clothing and engineering. There are many definitions of..

Pyer Moss Spring 2020

There is something special, something magical, that authentic designers embody in story-telling without actually using words. Last night, at the Kings Theatre, Pyer Moss Spring..

So, You’ve Been Cold Ghosted

This person is toxic, they’re sociopaths, they’re disrespectful sons of b*tches and you can’t believe you still care about this person. I mean, how dare..

The Sorry Situationship

Long gone are the days of men arriving to your doorstep, handing you flowers, driving to the drive in movie, spoiling you with fine dining,..

Price Per LB

In the late summer of 2000, Erykah Badu graced the world with Mama’s Gun. The first single, Bag Lady, not only ranked 6 on the..

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Black Dandyism: The Met and Identity Politics

Often one of one in many rooms yet his intellect, charisma and taste made him of the most important.

Corporate Girl Summer Wardrobe Basics

I know I know, having to schlep to the office feels like punishment. But going to the office looking like a burlap sack isn’t going..

15 Valentine’s Day Gifts People Actually Want

I want you all to experience love this month by extending and receiving love. Here is a list of 15 Valentine’s Day gifts people actually..

What Makes A Fashion Girl?

So often we see celebrities and instagram girls branding as fashion girls and yet, the clothes are literally wearing them…

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Recession Proof Hair Products I Stick By

I would walk around the salon with my hair pressed asking all of the ladies questions, flip through Essence magazine and watch Telenovelas.

Self Deprecating Humor Is Not That Funny

Newsflash, you don’t get brownie points for being humble, hating yourself or constantly putting yourself down.

100 Degrees Hotter And Healthier With Nervous System Regulation

Part of protection is going to see that lady (a behavioral therapist),

Girl World: TV & Music I’m Into These Days

I love a good story line with a glamorous, well to do, uppity cast

Finally, An Honest Review: Fine Wine Series New York

only 2% of the wine industry professionals identify as Black

08/20/2024

Be More Demure, Very Mindful About Communicating Conflict

Not everything and everyone should make you so emotionally charged that you lose the entire plot.

08/01/2024

The Little Things That Bring Us Closer

always send a thank you card...

04/19/2024

Hacks For Increased Productivity

Looking at screens everyday can't be good on the eyes.

High Self Esteem Reduces Poor Quality Experiences

The woman who gets what she wants has the audacity to get it…

Dream Girls Don’t Do Situationships

Some of y’all slipped into “soft life” and made your brain smooth in attempts to be agreeable.

11 Years of Patience by Star

11 Years of Patience 11 years. Wow, to write that sounds crazy. I have seen instagram posts that talk about being a girlfriend for..

Late Night Message: Isaiah 43:18-19

As I was dozing off in my sleep, I was inspired by Isaiah 43:18-19 NIV: 18 Forget the former things; do not dwell on the..

anima on Black Dandyism: The Met and Identity Politics05/07/2025
thank you for reading! so glad you enjoyed :)
Kathleen on Black Dandyism: The Met and Identity Politics05/06/2025
Such a well written explanation of the concept and history of dandyism. I look forward to your review of your…
Irene on Black Dandyism: The Met and Identity Politics05/06/2025
So beautifully said!! Thank you sharing your knowledge with us!
anima on Recession Proof Hair Products I Stick By03/07/2025
Yes, they sure did! I love that, congrats on growing your confidence xo