Since 2000, the Pantone Color Institute declares a particular, “Color of the Year.” Back in 2009, the global authority selected the cheery mimosa color during a time of economic uncertainty. Today, the Magnificent 8, is not waiting for another decade to acknowledge this hue. So check out the bevy of beauties rocking the color yellow.
Month: July 2020
My New Health and Beauty Secret, Sea Moss
Since the unique COVID-19 situation, I catapulted my self-care. How? With what might be a legit superfood. My new health and beauty secret, sea moss. Like many other superfoods, this one’s been around for centuries.
Today I Remember Glamorous Diva Diahann Carroll
Diahann Carroll didn’t reach her 85th birthday yesterday. Why? Because of complications from breast cancer. Nevertheless, Ms. Carroll, under watchful eyes, started to blossom when she modeled for the Ebony Fashion Fair at the age of 15 in 1950. The television pioneer had many firsts in her 69 years in the entertainment industry. Today, I […]
The Numerous Publications for Black Women Before Essence Magazine
In last week’s post, I shared that Essence Magazine celebrates 50 years of beauty, fashion, and culture for African American women. Through further exploring, I learned about the numerous publications for black women before Essence Magazine in 1974. Who knew I was scratching the surface when researching how mainstream magazines don’t portray Black women?
Five Decades of Black Beauty at Essence Magazine
As a teenager growing up in Philadelphia, I remember relishing the issues of Ebony and Jet magazines. But how about in May 1970, the launching of the first monthly magazine explicitly targeted for African American women. Imagine the impact of five decades of Black beauty at Essence Magazine? Essence Magazine debuted in May 1970, is […]