Dark and Lovely hosts an ‘Au Naturale’ event at No. 8

Gather up all your “curlfriends.” Dark and Lovely introduces a new line of products perfect for the gals who like to wear their hair “Au Naturale.” On Feb. 27 Dark and Lovely hosted a posh hair event at No. 8 in New York City

Arsenio Hall talks fatherhood and late-night comeback at NAACP Awards

The former reigning prince of late-night television has returned from his almost 20-year hiatus with the relaunch of his self-titled show in late 2013. From 1989 to 1994, Arsenio Hall hosted the “The Arsenio Hall Show” and was one of the pioneering black hosts in

Stevie Wonder talks Jordan Davis and the NAACP Image Awards

Music legend and social activist Stevie Wonder attended the NAACP Image Awards this past weekend accompanied by his sons. Wonder stood proudly, holding the shoulders of one of his sons. “I’m excited to have them here. Obviously when I touch my

How to rock Pantone’s color of the year: Radiant Orchid

The “Audrey Hepburn” 1. Gap 1969 Denim Jacket – jericho wash $70 (available in xs-xxl) 2. Lindy Bop Audrey Hepburn style vintage 1950s orchid Rockabilly swing dress – $50 (available in size 6-20) 3. Gianvito Rossi Suede Pointed High Heels –

Feb. 22 marks National Margarita Day

In honor of National Margarita Day, the renowned mixologist, Sam Ziar of Mulberry Project has provided his own succulent twist to the classic cocktail, the Margarita. These aren’t your typical lime and strawberry flavors. Prepare for a palate party with

Lip Bar owner Melissa Butler colors outside the lines

It takes a huge helping of courage and a lipstick tube of faith to do what Melissa Butler has done. Butler took her passion for color and cosmetics and created The Lip Bar, an electrifying and “intoxicating” line of unconventional colored lipsticks.

Stretch marks solutions

We all have little things about our bodies we wish were a little bigger, or darker, or longer. Stretch marks are not one of those little things anyone wants bigger, darker or longer. For those who happen to have them, Multimedia

Suspicious Prisms + FEARLESS creative work by Adrian Franks

Painter and digital artist Adrian Franks presented a series of creative works through his first solo project Suspicious Prisms + FEARLESS. The entire body of work is compromised of both paint and digital images on everything from canvas to Masonite pegboard. On Saturday,

New speakeasy on Mulberry Street: Project 1919

In the area of New York known as “Little Italy” it’s easy to get distracted by the bright lights and host’s flashing menus. Known for its ode to Italian cuisine and culture, there is also an underground matryoshka doll of an eatery that

Health company CEO Tamara Young talks wealth, health and success

Tamara Young has more than 20 years of experience as a media, marketing and PR professional. Now the Detroit-based Young is using that wealth of knowledge to help doctors offer life-saving treatment to their patients through cutting edge medical devices.

Macy’s molds the next Diddy, Jay Z and Russell Simmons

Sean “Diddy” Combs and Jay Z and Russell Simmons are three names synonymous with the words “mogul” and “success.” They  have made history making brands for themselves and are considered pioneers in the hip-hop industry. Each one of these men

5 success stories from the Workshop at Macy’s

With over 800 retail stores across the nation, Macy’s has committed to serving the customers who support their stores. In an effort to create spaces for up and coming brands and minority and/or women entrepreneurs, Macy’s launched their Vendor Diversity

How to become a fashion designer

Many are talented but few actually make it in the world of fashion. If  there is one piece of advice for those seeking fashion success, it would be to pay close attention to the methodologies of the top brands of

The magic of the Workshop at Macy’s

There’s magic happening at Macy’s and it’s not just on the sales room floor.  With over 800 stores across the nation Macy’s is not only influential but well recognized and respected. Behind the scenes of one of the most well known stores

Bre Scullark on life after ‘America’s Next Top Model’

Former contestant of America’s Next Model cycle five, Bre Scullark  is adding entrepreneur to her portfolio. Scullark, a native of New York has ventured into the world of home goods with Brvelle Collection (Scullark’s full name is Brittney Lavelle), a line of luxury