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By Emerald Elitou ·September 20, 2021 Updated

Now that summer is quickly coming to an end, it’s time to change our beauty and self-care routine to fit the season — that means, more beauty products. Just to please your shopping needs, we have curated a list of incredible products to get you right for your last summer hurrah. From wonderful haircare brands to colorful polishes to decorate your toes, we got the hookup that will

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By Emerald Elitou ·September 20, 2021 Updated

Fashion on the red carpet is back, and celebrities went all out on the step-and-repeat at Sunday night’s 73rd annual Emmy Awards. From Issa Rae in a custom Aliétte NY dress to Yara Shahidi in a stunning Dior number, stars traveled across the country to dazzle at the star-studded event held in Los Angeles, CA.

While the fashion and style exceeded our expectations, we were especially

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Getty Images By Blake Newby ·September 19, 2021 Updated

Emmys fashion, compared to other nights during awards season, is usually marked by more understated looks. While always glam, the silhouettes are more simple, the color choices tend to veer more subdued and the accessories generally aren’t too over-the-top. This year, however, risks were taken, and boy — was it a treat to see.

From dynamic fabric pairings, vibrant hues and lots of sparkle,

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By Greg Emmanuel ·September 16, 2021 Updated

Following this year’s Met Gala, Indya Moore reflected on their experience attending for the first time, and it wasn’t the Cinderella story that most may assume it to be. Throughout the last two years, we’ve experienced a lot of trauma as Black people and people of color — fighting tirelessly for justice and respect. Not to mention, the nationwide Coronavirus pandemic. Although public outings have resumed

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By D'Shonda Brown ·September 16, 2021 Updated

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By Greg Emmanuel ·September 16, 2021 Updated

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By Greg Emmanuel ·September 16, 2021 Updated

The CFDA recently announced their nominees for the 2021 Fashion Awards, which is scheduled to take place on November 10th. Winners will be announced the night of at THE POOL + THE GRILL — marking the return of the annual award ceremony after last year was executed digitally via CFDA’s RUNWAY360 platform. After recently connecting with the President of CFDA, Cassandra Diggs, and reflecting on completing her first

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By Greg Emmanuel ·September 15, 2021 Updated

Sergio Hudson channeled his love for Rock & Roll during his FW21 runway show. World-famous percussionist, Sheila E, opened the show performing her record “The Glamorous Life” followed by a phenomenal drum solo. The energetic performance was the perfect segway into the vibrant runway for Sergio’s latest collection, ‘Return To Glamour’.

The first looks consisted of Sergio’s signature monochrome in a hue of blood red – appearing vibrant, yet