Style & Fashion

The easiest way to shrug off the winter blues? Trying one of spring’s hottest makeup trends. Allure has picked out seven colors that are bright, fun, and refreshing. And get ready: There’s not a neutral shade in the bunch. PEACOCK SHADOWS A peacock’s vibrant feathers are designed to be mesmerizing—and so is the effect their […]

When India.Arie proudly proclaimed she was not her hair I admired her courage for addressing a closet topic not typically addressed unless in the company of women who look like me. Yet, I still felt like the outlier. I am not my hair but it is a part of me. Like my clothes and make […]

If you watched the season finale of the Real Housewives of Atlanta, then you (and of course, her guests) couldn’t help but marvel at the stunning Cynthia Bailey as she walked down the aisle in her silver dress. Let’s face it, a woman on her wedding day expects to be the focus of the ceremony, so with the stress of having all […]

This is a question most women should ask themselves. I didn’t know the answer and for many years it resulted in a lot of frustration and money thrown the drain on products that weren’t designed for my hair. For example, in the late 90s I wanted my hair to mirror Cree Summers’ beautiful kinky curls. […]

The Bronx’s Bad News step team is making waves as Target’s newest models – so to speak. The group is seen in a video dancing in dresses from Target’s GO International Designer Collective line. The collection is actually a re-release of 34 of the Target’s “greatest hits” – meaning dresses from their previous collaborations with […]

Beautiful models Joan Smalls, Chrishell Stubbs, Arlenis Sosa and Sessilee Lopez model H&M’s Spring/Summer 2011 collection, full of sweet and sexy dresses and skirts all for under $35! Black Model Joan Smalls Named Estee Lauder’s New Spokesperson! [PHOTOS] The Top 5 Spring 2011 Jewelry Trends (For Under $50)! Liya Kebede & Aboah Sisters Model H&M […]

Every woman needs a great circle of loyal, trustworthy, and sometimes wild and crazy girlfriends. With the term “frenenemy” running rampant in these streets and now an official word in the dictionary, it’s tough to find girls that actually have your back, and aren’t with the petty drama. Every now and then you need to […]

Who decides what’s beautiful and what’s not in our society? I’ve always wondered why some women are considered drop dead gorgeous while others, not so much. In the past, the standard of beauty in America has been “blonde hair, blue eyes, and skinny”. It’s no secret that as African American women, we are known for […]

Create modern eye looks from softly subtle to gorgeously glam with this long wearing, waterproof liquid liner pen. Unlike other liners, the precision tip pen provides smooth and controlled application every time and easily draws a thin or thick line in one sweep making it the only option when doing a cat eye. Not to […]

Once the all important dress has been chosen, Prom shopping becomes all about the shoes! As with the dress, everyone wants the standout shoe, one that no one else has, one that looks expensive and classy (but preferably isn’t), and most importantly, one that doesn’t hamper your dancing abilities. Well have no fear, here at […]

A new season always comes with new fashion trends. And this coming season, you can expect rich, vibrant, turn-up-the-volume color. We’ve got the six hottest hues of the moment right here. See the gallery below! Blue: Truth be told, nothing gets more classic than blue, especially this spring’s offerings. A vibrant aqua, a dusty sky […]

There comes a point when you have to let go and accept the reality that your favorite beauty products eventually become breeding grounds for bacteria. Here’s how to know what’s still good and what’s past its prime. Mascara As the brush is taken out, applied, and put back in the tube, it brings with it […]