You already know how big Fashion Week is in New York, Milan and Paris. But from October 23 to 27, all eyes were on Nigeria as celebrities, influencers and designers came together for Lagos Fashion Week. The week was packed with fashion shows from top Nigerian designers, networking events, panel discussions and of… Read more…
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It’s the oldest profession in the world and also the most contentious. Sex work has been a facet of society since 2400 BCE and has been the subject of generational scrutiny ever since. Much like any marginalized community, the most categorically ridiculed factions of the population often serve as the biggest inspirations because irony is
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Red carpet season is upon us, and we can’t wait to see who shows up and shows out at The Root 100 gala. But if getting dressed up feels more like a punishment, you might want to rethink the kinds of shoes you’re wearing. These days, sneakers aren’t just for the gym. In fact, they’re
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This week, Khloé Kardashian and Emma Grede’s clothing brand Good American tapped rapper, actress and all-around icon Queen Latifah to star in an all-new ad campaign. Latifah stuns in pieces from the size-inclusive brand’s fall line, including leather blazers and denim pieces that are the perfect start of any capsule… Read more…
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Sustainable clothing designer Nigel Xavier is quickly establishing himself as one of the most popular designers of this generation. After winning the Netflix competition series Next in Fashion, his take on fashion has catapulted him among the ranks of current designers as he uses upcycled materials and patchwork, primarily taking influences from 90s and 2000s
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Jackson State University has officially launched the much-anticipated Walter Payton Collection, a heartfelt tribute to the football legend and a proud university alumnus. This exciting addition is part of JSU’s Campus Legends Program, in collaboration with Roots of Fight, and honors Payton’s profound impact both on the field as a Tiger and off it as
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The Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show returns on Tuesday after six years, and the brand has vowed to make things right after significant controversy and the show’s lowest ratings in 2019. The show will feature greater diversity, body positivity, the iconic angel wings and multiple performances by an all-women artist lineup — a first in the
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Dr. D’Wayne Edwards is known for being an innovative force within the design world. With over 32 years of experience in the footwear industry and as the founder and president of the only design-focused Historically Black College or University (HBCU) in the country, Pensole Lewis College of Business and Design, Edwards… Read more…
Grace Bullock, a senior public relations major at North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University, is making an impact this Homecoming season with the unveiling of her latest entrepreneurial venture, “The University Collection.” This exclusive merchandise line is a tribute to Aggie pride, debuting just in time for the 98th edition of the Greatest Homecoming
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The Hermés’ Birkin bag has long been a symbol of status and wealth. Rapper Cardi B recently showed fans her insane collection during an IG live tour of her closet. But with a price tag that comes in at more than most people’s monthly rent payment, owning one may be way out of reach for
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