When you think of an afro, what do you think of? To be honest, I think of the 1970s, shag carpeting, and bell bottoms. The styles and trends of the past have started making a comeback, and afros are on the list.j The only problem is, how can you grow an afro fast? There’s on…
Everyone wants to get sexy from time to time. There’s something about lingerie that makes us feel good about ourselves. And whether you’re putting it on for yourself or a significant other, you should feel good when you wear it. Some of the most popular lingerie brands feel like they’re made by and for white…
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It’s no secret that the way Black people have been treated in the United States and around the world has left much to be desired. The history of Black people is filled with struggles and triumphs, and sadly, in the 2020s, we’re still looking for equality and equity. Education and school curriculums are so skewed…
Having your hair braided is a big part of growing up Black. There are a few reasons for this. One, braids are a protective style that is going to keep your hair in place and limit the amount of times you’ll need to comb the hair. Two, braids are so versatile. And if you don’t…
Music is always changing. It literally takes one song to propel an artist into the limelight. I mean, just look at Lil Nas X and “Old Town Road.” While today’s radio is filled with artists like Khalid, Megan Thee Stallion, DaBaby, and more, there is still room at the top for more Black female and…
When you have curly or coily hair, there are a few things we’re constantly trying to do. One is to protect our hair and keep it healthy. Another is keeping our texture as defined as possible. While some might think you can accomplish this with most products, that’s not true. Finding the right products for…
When it comes to styling hair, most people aren’t choosing one style that they plan to keep for one day. Usually, we’re styling our hair for a few days to a week. If you have young daughters, that’s probably your plan too. Sit them down for a styling over the weekend and hope it lasts…
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When you travel, where do you try to stay? For me, my only goal is to stay in a clean room in a safe neighborhood. I usually have no other criteria other than that. When I think of the hospitality field, my brain is conditioned to think that the hotel I’ve reserved my stay in…
When people think guitarists, their minds probably go to rock music. Additionally, their minds probably also travel to white male guitarists, and maybe a few Black males. But what about Black female guitarists? While you could probably name one or two, there are so many you probably have yet to learn about. So let’s do…
African cuisine is expansive. With over 50 countries, there’s tons of food to eat as you travel the continent. While you’ll find that many countries have their own particular cuisine, some dishes surpass borders and make their way into surrounding areas. Egusi soup is one such dish. You’d find the dish centered in one country,…
Right now, we’re living in the age of reality TV. From Love & Hip Hop to Real Housewives, that’s the “real life” that people are turning into. Little do most people remember that all that “real life” started decades ago with talk shows. Hosts would interview celebrities or everyday people, and that’s where we would…
Gift giving can be hard, especially when you’re shopping for your favorite girl. Whether it’s the holidays, her birthday, Valentine’s Day, or some other occasion, you have to come correct. And now you can. Whether you’re gifting her one item on this list or a combination of a few, your girlfriend is certain to love…