Fed up of lists of black girl names that clearly weren’t written by black people? When you’re in the community, you can smell these fakes a mile off. Popular black girl names include Chantel, Zuri, Rosa, Willow, Simone, Naomi, Tia, Nadine, Michelle, Raven and Alexis. Below I’ve compiled a list of 63 credible names that…
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. 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…
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 as a black women, 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…
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 black daughters, that’s probably your plan too. Sit them down for a styling over the weekend and hope it…
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…
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 black girlfriend is certain to…
When I think of Black female poets, I think of Maya Angelou. I think of Audre Lorde. I think of Toni Morrison. While these women were some of the greats, regardless of their gender or race, they are joined by a ton of other great women. The poetry world might seem small, but it’s not…
What do you imagine when you think of Black communities? Society and entertainment still shape Black communities to solely mirror “ghettos.” It’s the 2020s. There is more to Black communities than what you see on TV and film. While shows and movies are showing poverty and crime, that’s not it. There are Black communities that…
When you consider Caribbean countries, Jamaica is one of the first you probably think of. And when you think of their country and their people, you might immediately think of Jamaicans you know. Names like Usain Bolt and Bob Marley will come up, and while both men happen to be Black, do they represent all…