100 Hundred Black Men Inc. of New York host 34th annual benefit gala

One Hundred Black Men, Inc. of New York President Fitzgerald Miller welcomed 500 guests to the New York Hilton Grand Ballroom on Thursday, Feb. 27 for the organization’s 34th Annual Benefit Gala. The theme was, “Empowering Communities through Health & Wellness and

Beauty buys for $25 or less

Looking your best doesn’t have to break the bank. Check out these beauty buys for $25 or less! Moringa Beautifying Oil from the Body Shop Royal beautyblender® IMAN Correct and Cover Cream Oribe Masque for Beautiful Color, Travel Size 1.7oz

Spring 2014 must-haves in Pantone’s Radiant Orchid

As we welcome the change of the seasons, let’s also welcome a new reason to go shopping! If you want to stay on trend for spring 2014, then Pantone’s Radiant Orchid items are a must-have. You may not want to dye

Jenifer Lewis talks single moms and a life full of laughter

Television and movie’s favorite sassy aunt/mother, Jenifer Lewis attended the Hollywood premiere of the Tyler Perry film Single Moms Club. In the video above, Lewis discusses the impact of the movie and the topic of single motherhood. Having played a mother on television and

MIZANI hosts I’mPossible conversation with Estelle

Women like Michelle Obama, Oprah and most recently, Lupita Nyong’o, have given women of color hope that whatever dreams they have can be attained through preparation and hard work. In addition to the inspiring women of color we read about, it

Dandy Wellington is bringing back the art of the gentleman

In his top hat, full-length wool coat and ascot, Dandy Wellington sang a smooth toned jazz number with his band as partygoers skated at the Altaneve on Ice event. It’s surprising given today’s popular music that a young man would take

Altaneve Prosecco tastes better on ice

What’s better than skating on ice? Altaneve Prosecco on ice. At the Rink at Brookfield, New York’s premium wine connoisseurs dressed in their best apparel, furs and top hats included, to celebrate the American launch of Altaneve Prosecco. The ultra premium

Tanning of the Oscars: ’12 Years a Slave’ wins best picture

Best Cinematographer was not the reason millions tuned into the most highly anticipated awards show this season. People were watching the Oscars to see what Lupita Nyong’o wore, to hear her acceptance speech (we knew she was going to win) and to

Celebrate the Oscars with these champagne cocktails

For those of us who aren’t lucky enough to enjoy the award shows from the red carpet, here are some bubbly recipes to celebrate the night of stars. Place different colored rock candy pops in flutes of champagne and pour a

Sharon Leal on the sisterhood in black Hollywood

Dream Girl actress Sharon Leal talked to rolling out TV on being at the Essence Black Women In Hollywood luncheon. She said, “This is an amazing community of women. I feel like every year I get excited about this event.

Casting director Robi Reed talks discovering Jamie Foxx

Robi Reed is a casting director who has been a part of black cinema and television’s most historic and beloved movies and shows. Some of her work includes “Do the Right Thing, Malcolm X, and the sitcom “In Living Color.” Reid recently attended