Artist Kara Walker’s ‘sweet’ exhibition in Brooklyn, New York

Native New Yorker and MacArthur Fellow recipient Kara Walker is an internationally known artist, famous for her paper cut-out silhouettes and socially charged art work. Many of her pieces reflect oppression and repression, specifically blacks in the antebellum South and current themes of victims of Hurricane Katrina.

Puma Lab Takeover in Atlanta with celebrity guests

The Puma Lab had a takeover this past weekend in the Gallery at the South DeKalb Mall.  Atlantic Records recording artist Kap G signed autographs and took pictures with fans wearing their hottest Puma sneakers. The Puma Lab is home to the most

Top 10 HBCU commencement speakers

Historically Black Colleges and Universities, also known as HBCUs produce some of the nations top executives, influential leaders and well known celebrities. These schools not only provide a place of learning, they encourage a tight knit network that essentially becomes an extended family.

‘Neighbors’ actor Jerrod Carmichael is honestly funny

There’s a charm about Neighbors breakout star, Jerrod Carmichael that’s more than just southern. Carmichael has a natural ability to tickle your funny bone by just engaging in eye contact. This innate talent of understanding his environment and “on your toes” comedy comes from

Road to Essence event dates

As a part of the countdown for Essence Festival 2014, Essence has partnered with Walmart and Coca-Cola to host a series of performances and speaking engagements. There are only two dates left to catch live performances from Tank, Sevyn Streeter and

Spring 2014 designer sneaker collaborations

Your favorite sneaker company + your favorite designer = a sneaker lover’s dream. Check out some of the season’s top kick picks for spring 2014. PUMA BLACK LABEL BY ALEXANDER MCQUEEN   $260.00 ADIDAS X RICK OWENS $666.91 VERSACE  Medusa high-top trainer $966.71 PUMA BLACK

Tank talks connecting with his fans and Essence Music Festival

Grammy nominated, singer, songwriter and producer Tank recently released a comeback single titled “You’re My Star.” The R&B ballad from his forthcoming album, Stronger is creating quite a buzz and has built up anticipation for the album’s release amongst fans. Beyond his

Gifts for Mother’s Day at Macy’s

Mother’s Day is right around corner (May 11 to be exact) and you don’t want to be the person in the mall searching for a last minute gift. Macy’s is a one-stop destination for gifts for Mother’s Day. Skagen Denmark

Redecorate your home for under $100

It’s spring, so why not spruce up your home or apartment by adding dazzle for under $100! Decorating doesn’t have to break your bank. We’ll show you how. Mirror Mirror on the Wall … Give your guest something to look

Fashionable gadgets for the woman on the go

The woman on the go can be both fashionable and technologically savvy. Carrying around bulky electronics and a purse full of wires is not chic. Luckily, companies have realized this and have invented cool gadgets that are sleek, functional and efficient.

Actor Lance Gross delves into hidden talent: photography

When rolling out sat down with Lance Gross, he had just completed a cover shoot featuring Future. It was Gross’ first shoot with a male subject and he was excited about where the direction his secret talent of photography was headed. Gross explains

Get glam with these green beauty products

Below we’ve listed some essential beauty products that are not only safe for your skin, but also environment friendly! Lamik Cosmetics, founded by Workshop at Macy’s alum, Kim Roxie,  is an “eco-chic” cosmetic line that includes everything from skincare to eyelashes.

5 ways to bounce back from a day of binge eating

Dieting isn’t easy. Temptations are usually readily available and easily accessible. You can’t undo eating an entire bag of chips but there are ways to get you back on track. Here are five ways to bounce back after a day