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A curated collection of fashion inspiration, beauty tutorials, and lifestyle recommendations. Explore the world of fashion through our eyes, from runway trends to everyday style.

5 Talks by Black Thought Leaders (VIDEOS)

Sometimes the internet can be a wasteland of celebrity gossip and baseless internet memes. But occasionally, an inspiring and intelligent conversation comes along...
May 24, 2014  
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10 Thick & Fit Instagram Yogis

If Instagram were a yoga (asana) studio, it would be the most diverse  studio in the world. This visual social media platform has...
May 23, 2014  
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4 Powerful Health Programs for Black Girls

It’s time to counteract all the negative press about black girls.  We can spark a new discussion and highlight the positive and powerful...
May 10, 2014  
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We Are Already Royals – Maimouna Youssef Video

Maimouna Youssef is a vibrant performer who sings with power and purpose for people feeling trapped by injustices and social inequality. She recently...
May 6, 2014  
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“Saving the Babies” Isn’t Enough

While driving home from work, I read a flashing billboard on the highway alerting me to look out for a “Black Male 5’9”....
Apr 4, 2014  
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5 Ways to Live with Less Stuff

Some people are addicted to cigarettes, chocolate or alcohol. I am addicted to self-help books.    What started off as a quest for reflective...
Mar 7, 2014  
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5 Trailblazing Black Yoga Teachers

Before we had  black yoga tumblrs and instagram hashtags,  Black yoga instructors pounded the pavement to spread the message of meditative movement throughout...
Feb 6, 2014  
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New Year, New You: East of the Anacostia

When I moved east of the river eight years ago, there were only two places to exercise, the Anacostia Park or the  D.C....
Jan 8, 2014  
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10 Vegan Skincare Products

Everything I learned about skincare, I learned from my Grandma Pearl. She taught me to wash my face with Dove, tone my skin...
Jan 3, 2014  
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