Politics & Fashion

Jan 2016

wednesday windup: hats to fit your fro

fasion

it was 21 degrees outside when i walked into work with a thick scarf tied around my head like a christmas present. the reason? #blackgirlproblems. my co-worker looked confused and concerned as i tried to explain the limited…

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wednesday windup: hats to fit your fro

fasion

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Jan 2016

our BIG #GLOupsis giveaway

well being

it’s winter, it’s snowing, it’s gloomy, it sucks, but we got no time for the cold-weather blues. instead we’re making self-care a habit and showing off what makes us glow! join the community of women using #GLOupsis…

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our BIG #GLOupsis giveaway

well being

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Jan 2016

5 tips for straightening natural hair

beauty

downside: my afro has been super dry this winter and with a tapered cut, my protective style options are limited. upside: with zero humidity, a good blowout can last at least two weeks. thankfully, i’ve…

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Jan 2016

why i disagree with aunt viv (and myself)

politics

for the second year in a row, the 20 major acting oscar nominations are all white. jada pinkett-smith spoke out about hollywood’s racism and called for people of color to invest in our own communities. janet…

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Jan 2016

Jan 2016

the same difference documentary

politics

stories of black queer folks are few and far between. especially rare is a glimpse into the intragroup discrimination that affects a particular community. filmmaker nneka onuorah opens this discussion in the same difference, her…

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the same difference documentary

politics

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Jan 2016

wednesday windup: duck boots

fashion

being a florida native, styling winter clothes has always been my struggle. don’t believe me? i’ve been running around dc in 20 degree weather looking utterly foolish in ankle pants, thick socks and sneakers until…

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wednesday windup: duck boots

fashion

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