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Oscar-Nominated Costume Design Legend Ruth E. Carter Gets Her Flowers During New York Fashion Week Event
What makes an icon? Is it longevity? Passion? An impressive and unmatched body of work? If so, Ruth E. Carter exemplifies all of its characteristics and then some. In her decades-long career, Carter has solidified her place in black cinema as the costume designer for some of the most prolific films about the black experience…
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Black Owned Beauty Month, Day 7: Winged Victory
Sometimes, a good wing can really pick you up. That was my lesson on Thursday night, when, after a particularly challenging day, I opted for a pop of color to hopefully brighten things up. My weapon of choice? An exaggerated wing drawn with Black Up’s Matte Waterproof Eyeliner in ELM04. I purchased this shade on…
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The Next Big Thing: 11 Honoré Just Made Fashion Week More Accessible to Sizes 10 and Up
There is no shortage of horror stories on how difficult it is for women—even celebrity women—over a sample size to find dresses for red carpet events. But the issue became deeply personal for me when I struggled (literally) to find a dress for the 2018 White House Correspondents’ Dinner last spring. The options available to…
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Phenomenal Women: Generations of Black Beauty Grace February and March Magazine Covers
We all know “black don’t crack,” but this season we’re seeing that in action on a variety of pre-spring magazine covers that celebrate the varied and ageless glory of black beauty. From 94-year-old Cicely Tyson on the Ava DuVernay-edited Time “Art of Optimism” issue, to Indya Moore on one of five Teen Vogue Young Hollywood…
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More to Love! Fenty Beauty Debuts New Shades—Just in Time for Valentine's Day
Ready to level up your Fenty game? Consider your next level “Unlocked”—one of three vivid new shades of Stunna Lip Paint ($24) arriving on February 12. Giving us definite “Bad Gyal Barbie” vibes posing in all pink on the hood of a pink sports car, Rih models the first of her highly pigmented new shades,…
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Black Owned Beauty Month, Day 6: Is It Spring Yet?
Having survived last week’s polar vortex here in oh-so-chilly Chicago—and looking out at frozen shards floating atop Lake Michigan as we speak—I am, of course, eager for warmer days ahead. I mean…who wouldn’t be, at this point? That said, since I can’t escape winter temps at the moment, on Day 6 of our Black-Owned Beauty…
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In Partnership with UNCF, Target Gives Black History Month the Bullseye Treatment
Looking to get in the spirit of Black History Month? Target assembled a team of designers, merchandisers, engineers, sourcing specialists, store team members, and more to celebrate the season of Black Excellence with an assortment of custom and curated offerings across departments. “This assortment is a celebration of African American heritage and heroes, both historical…
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Past, Present & Purpose: Tarana Burke Is Bringing the Power of Empathy to the 2019 MAKERS Conference
“I practiced deeply listening to little black girls when they told me the truth about their lives,” Tarana Burke says in a short video teasing her appearance at the 2019 MAKERS conference. “The idea that somebody who you look up to believes you—that’s a very small thing to ask.” Burke has made validating the voices…
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Offensive, or Just Plain Ugly? Gucci Becomes the Latest to Face Accusations of Racist Product
It could all be so simple… but apparently, some luxury brands are intent on making it harder for themselves. Instead of hiring diverse teams, listening to members of their staff who raise red flags about potentially offensive merchandise, or considering the full breadth of consumers who may be shopping for or viewing their products, more…