Black History Month

But dressing to fit the mold didn’t sit well with everyone. While Black Ivyists suited up in tweed and flannel to peacefully fight for their rights, members of the ever-growing and often misunderstood Black Panther Party chose…

During what I would call my rookie season—my first season as an editor—of New York Fashion Week back in the fall, I attended the Black in Fashion Council showroom preview held in Downtown Manhattan at Spring Studios. I was…

Do you think that beauty trends or aesthetics offset progress in the industry?It's a very nuanced and layered conversation because it's hard to think about what I enjoyed and ingested culture-wise growing up. Whether it's MTV, the…

What constitutes an "It" item in fashion? While some might point to celebrity endorsements, sales, or even of Instagram likes, I wouldn't use any of those things as measurements. If you ask me, "It" items are those pieces that…

A groundbreaking, four-part series is set to air on the History Channel this weekend, exploring the untold stories of Black history in Canada. BLK: An Origin Story takes Canadians on a nationwide journey of discovery into the people,…

Bomani Jones onstage during "Colin In Black And White", Netflix, And Dreamville Present Path To Power Summit at Clark Atlanta University on November 04, 2021 in Atlanta, Georgia.Paras Griffin | Getty ImagesBomani Jones doesn't want to be…

Follow: @maya_reneHow do you feel most confident? What are a few things you like to do to boost your self-confidence if you aren't feeling 100%?I rely heavily on my Christian faith, so even when I'm not feeling the most confident,…

Families have long sought to move toward better neighborhoods and schools to put their kids on the pathway toward success. A study from the Census Bureau is providing fresh insight on where to look.It revealed significant racial disparities…

It's also massively thrilling to hear that the duo believes we've taken huge steps forward when it comes to portraying natural Black hair in film and television. "We have most definitely made traction—just take a look at popular…

If you were to survey editors, you’d find that everyone has their own favorite aspect of their job. Some love scouring Nordstrom for the best new arrivals, and some love spotting a micro-trend before it blows up.…