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"Black women tend to present themselves to society as strong, resilient human beings... you can trace this dynamic back to slavery, when a woman had to pretend she was okay when she was actually suffering inside.”

Diahann Carroll and Kerry Washington are featured in the May 2011 issue of O Magazine called “Timeless Beauty. Veteran actress shared some advice, Diahann says, “The legs are the last to go! I bring attention to mine with skirts and midheel pumps.” Check out some excerpts below that we found at the ybf.com: Diahann Carroll… […]

I remember back in college, my main hustle was retail. In addition to the obvious perks of having a closet full of new discounted clothes at my disposal, I enjoyed working with an amazing set of women most of whom I have remained friends with to this very day. Aside from the 8-hour fashion show, […]

Whether you’re headed to church, a family brunch, or a gathering with friends, a new outfit will surely add a spring to your step this Easter. Here are some inexpensive choices that won’t break the bank all under $100: 5 Ways To Stock A Healthy Easter Basket “Gossip Girl” Designer Creates Under-$50 Prom Dress Collection […]

Sometimes it’s easier to just “settle.” Maybe you’ve been waiting for that special someone for as long as you can remember, but nothing seems to be turning out right. Or even, you’ve been looking for a job that goes beyond your wildest dreams, but all you can find is a job filing papers in what […]

Here are some helpful tips for all you readers out there who love to share your own spaces but aren’t professional photographers. Taking digital shots of your home will be less intimidating just by following a few simple suggestions from apartmenttherapy.com: Lighting • Lighting is so important to the quality of an image. For interiors, […]

Call me crazy, but I really don’t understand how people can claim to be in a relationship with someone purely over the internet. How can you actually be in a relationship with someone if you have never physically spoken to them, never spoken to them over the phone even, never visited their house, never met […]

HelloBeautiful’s resident celebrity stylist Becca Alexis is back with another episode of “5 Minutes To Fab.” This week, Becca helps financier Erica upgrade boring (mostly black) corporate look to one that matches her personality – bright & bubbly! Hairstylist Omari loosens Erica’s braids, giving her bouncy curls instead. And make-up artist Kenecia Lashae adds a […]

You’ve got questions? He’s got answers! Need advice? Send your questions to Terrance: girlworkonyou@aol.com Dear Gay Best Friend, I really love (!) your book. “Straight from your Gay Best Friend,” is a super cute informative book. I am in a situation where your book really hit home in a lot of places. So, made me […]

There are advantages and disadvantages to both renting and buying…from when something breaks–who’s going to fix it, to not having to worry about making noise–after all it’s my house and there are no nosy neighbors to worry about. Here are ten reasons to rent instead of own from shine.com: 1. Fancier Living: You may not […]

Colorblocking is one of the hottest trends this season, and this Charlotte Olympia Colorblock Satin Pump is definitely on trend! If you’re not sure how to wear colorblock shoes, one easy tip is to pair them with something of basic color, like black, white, and gray or you can pair them with your favorite jeans […]

Halle Berry is constantly praised as one of the world’s most beautiful and stylish women. Whether she is attending a star-studded black tie event, running errands, or out and about with her daughter, her style is always fashion forward and flawless. She perfectly mixes current fashion trends with simple, timeless basics, for a elegant, sophisticated […]