Not so long ago, it would have been crazy to think that a woman of African descent, or any woman of color, could be a widely recognized model. Strutting down the catwalk, showcasing major brands to the world? Impossible! But no longer…

We’ve fought hard to be recognised in every arena of life, and beauty and modelling is just one of them. Now we’re taking the fashion world by storm, both behind the camera and in front of it. We’re represented in our full glory – from light skinned stunners to dark skinned beauties, with every body size represented, too. Some of our models rock natural hair. Some rock wigs and weaves. But one thing’s for sure, despite all their differences, they all do us proud.

Here are six of our favorite black women models!

What’s your favorite genre? Rap? R&B? What about reggae? If you’re a huge reggae fan, salute! You know all about how relaxing and inspiring this genre can be. You’ll know all the artists of the moment, as well as all the golden oldies like Bob Marley.

If you just occasionally dip your toes into the reggae waters, this is the list for you! We’ve chosen five of our top black female reggae artists and singers. Check them out. You never know, you might just find a new favorite.

Sometimes, a girls night does not need to include leaving the house to be a perfect time. A night on the town can be energy draining, time-consuming, and suck the fun out of bonding with your girlfriends in a positive way.

Are crowded dancefloors, loud music, and expensive drinks not your scene? Check out the girls night in ideas below for get-togethers sure to make lasting memories!

Some days, you want to watch hard-hitting Oscar-winning movies. And other days you want to keep your headscarf on, grab a pint of Ben & Jerry’s and watch a funny movie about black love. With so many incredible black romantic comedies out there, where should you start?

We’ve got you covered with some of the best.

When it comes to music, there is usually a wide range of songs to choose from. Whether it is rhythm and blues, pop, rock ‘n’ roll, soul, jazz and pop, the selection is endless.

However, there are several artists who stand the test of time and their music must be present in your music collection. Let us take a look at 12 famous black singers your collection is empty without.

We all know about the Lil Kims and Nicki Minajs of the hip hop world, but there are plenty of other black female rappers out there killing it right now. With all different styles, looks and vibes, you’re sure to find a woman wordsmith to keep you hitting replay again and again.

We’ve picked our six favorites who are putting it down in the music game and showing the world that hip hop isn’t just about the men. Check out our list. You never know, you might just find a new favorite.

African American romance novels are a hot genre, and no two novels are the same.

You can read about billionaires who get arranged marriages in order to keep their inheritance, or tour guides getting trapped in caves, or fractured families coming together after a bitter divorce, or pastors losing and then regaining their faith. Every story will whip you away in a whirlwind romance.

Even better, most romance novels are written to be a series. Each book is like one episode of a show. These books are easy to digest, so you can read them on your lunch break or on the train or before bed, but they’re so juicy that you’ll be eager for more.

Finally, black women get to take the stage. For too long, popular novels like Fifty Shades of Grey have overlooked women of color. At last, black women have the opportunity to tell their own stories and put black characters center stage. And these stories are amazing.

Whether you’re in the mood for a clean Christian book or a steamy, sexy romance, consider tucking into one of these novels. Grab a mug of hot chocolate and a warm blanket, and settle in for a captivating tale.

Serena Williams has become the epitome of excellence in women’s sports. Given the amazing amount of wins and trophies she has accumulated since the beginning of her professional tennis career, she is certainly worth celebrating.

As with any successful athlete that we admire and aspire to, we look to her training routines to see what we can do to become just as strong as she’s become. Williams is always open to giving tips and insights into how she approaches upping her tennis game – here are some tips on how she does it.

Talented fans of Beyoncé have just made a new computer game based on her called Lemonade Rage. But what is this game and why was it made? Furthermore, how do you get good at this game? We look at that and more in this new article.