A Fabric Born of Exchange
In the kaleidoscope of African fashion, few textiles command attention like the kitenge. With its vibrant patterns, complex symbolism, and…
Month: July 2025
Wangechi Mutu: Kenya’s Visionary Voice in Global Art
Kenyan-born Wangechi Mutu (b. 1972, Nairobi) has emerged as one of the most powerful voices in contemporary art, blending post‑colonial critique,…
Why African Makeup Trends Are About to Take Over the World
In recent years, African makeup trends, once considered “too bold” or “too unconventional” by the Western beauty industry, have not…
10 African Women in Power
Black women have always been a force, in boardrooms, in politics, in the arts, and on the frontlines of change.…
Fashion Was Never Just Fashion
Fashion has long been misunderstood as something superficial, a world of catwalks, celebrities, and fleeting trends. But anyone who has…
Crowning Glory: The Power, History, and Soul of Afro Hair
Afro hair is more than just a style; it’s a beautiful expression of strength and culture. Each curl and coil…
Her Name Wasn’t on the News
She was only 14, but the world moved on like she didn’t exist. It started like any other Tuesday. Zawadi…
Put It On Anyway
I don’t know who told you you needed permission to wear that dress. To buy that coat. To try the…
A Gentle Reminder for the Woman Who Holds It All
There’s a version of you the world sees, the woman with the pressed dress, the brave smile, the plan. She’s…
The Sisterhood of the Salon
There’s something sacred about the right salon. Not just the smell of hair oil or the hum of the dryer,…