Fashion
Louis Vuitton Attracts Celebs But the $100 Million Venue Is the Real Star
Louis Vuitton's show caused traffic chaos early last Wednesday with a sea of photographers clamoring to get the must-have shot of attendees Jennifer Connelly, Selena Gomez, Sofia Coppola and Michelle Williams.
African-American Hair: Dermatologists’ Tips for Everyday Care, Processing and Styling
Unique in appearance and structure, African-American hair is especially fragile and prone to injury and damage. More than half of African-American women will cite thinning hair or hair loss as their top hair concern. Fortunately, there are a lot of things African-Americans can do to help minimize damage and keep their hair beautiful.
Cork Surges in Fashion Industry as it Pops Up in Accessories
Cork. It’s not just for wine stoppers and bulletin boards anymore.
Thunder's Russell Westbrook Partnering with Barneys
Go shopping with powerhouse basketball player Russell Westbrook — whose colorful style has made headlines outside of sports — and you’ll probably be surprised by his favorite section: the sale rack.
NJ Town OKs Boardwalk Ban on Saggy Pants
"Hindsight" is now punishable by a $25 fine in this Jersey Shore resort. Wildwood passed a law last year night banning overly saggy pants on the boardwalk, prompted by numerous complaints from longtime visitors about having to see people's rear ends hanging out in public.
Shaun Ross The First Male Albino Model
Shaun Ross (born May 10, 1991), is an American professional fashion model, actor and dancer of African descent, best known for being the first male albino model. Ross has been featured in photo-editorial campaigns in major fashion publications including British GQ, Italian Vogue, i-D Magazine, Paper Magazine and Another Man and has modeled for Alexander McQueen and Givenchy.
Groups Celebrate Diversity of African-American Hair
Nearly 100 people packed The Alloy Studios in Friendship recently for discussion groups and a fashion show spotlighting the beauty and diversity of natural African-American hair. Many were part of the local group It’s a Natural Thang, which educates and supports women and men in their journey to let chemical agents and relaxers grow out and natural hair textures and curl patterns grow in.
Marian Anderson's Concert Dress Goes on View in DC
For the first time, the dress Marian Anderson wore to sing at the Lincoln Memorial 75 years ago after being denied access to a Washington concert hall because she was black, is going on display at the Smithsonian.
Macy’s Salutes Eras of Black Style in Celebration of Black History Month 2014
This February, culture-defining trends take center stage as Macy’s examines the influence of Black style in celebration of Black History Month 2014. From the Harlem Renaissance to urban wear and high-fashion glamour, Black style has influenced popular culture for decades.
NIKE Black History Month Collection Celebrates Sport Royalty
For the fourth year, NIKE, Inc. is honoring Black History Month with a collection that pays tribute to a group of extraordinary athletes and their unwavering dedication to achieving success at the highest levels. Black History Month is always a reminder that athletes worldwide representing the NIKE, Inc. brand have been inspired by a legacy of Pan-African achievement.
Dress for Success!
“You never get a second chance to make a first impression.” When it comes to interviewing and advancing in your career path, it’s not just a cliché; it’s the truth. While having the right credentials, education and experience are important to employers, their first impression when meeting a candidate face-to-face is literally what they see in your demeanor and physical appearance.
Black Models Slam Racism in Brazil Fashion with Topless Protest
Some 40 black models, most of them women, staged a topless protest in Rio de Janeiro against the low presence of Afro-Brazilians on fashion catwalks.
Can a Woman’s Designer Wardrobe Keep Rivals Away from Her Mate?
Purchasing designer handbags and shoes is a means for women to express their style, boost self-esteem, or even signal status. New University of Minnesota research suggests some women also seek these luxury items to prevent other women from stealing their man.
Rihanna reveals New Makeup Collection
Rihanna has previewed her new makeup collection by uploading its first advertisement.
