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Turn The Volume Up On You!

Turn The Volume Up On You!

Pandemic doldrums. They have made most of us a little quieter — a little more reserved. It has been more than a year since virtually everything in the world came to a screeching halt. As the world slowly reopens, the excitement is mounting. It feels as if there’s a whole different world/life/you out there just waiting to be discovered! No doubt about it, Sis, the vibe now is not only about reclaiming your time, it’s also about rediscovering and even redefining the things that make you feel happy and fulfilled.

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Beauties of the Week, Kaftan Edition

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Give Looks Every Which Way With Your Kaftan

Give Looks Every Which Way With Your Kaftan

Every so often an uber versatile piece of clothing comes along and takes the world by storm. Do y’all remember the wrap dress? Yes, Honey, it was all of that, and if you were like the rest of us, you styled that dress every which way, like a true fashionista. From fabulous to fun, you could do it all with those wrap dresses. Well, Sis, this time around, there is the Kaftan. The Kaftan has come for the smoke and will have you taking chic to a whole ‘nother level. You’re probably getting hyped already thinking of the possibilities that the Kaftan offers. Expect this one to be the real deal.

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How to Shorten Your Izzy & Liv Kaftan

How to Shorten Your Izzy & Liv Kaftan

Like the wrap dress, you can take your Kaftan from beach balling to babe-watch with a little styling trickery. It’s mad exciting thinking about how amazing you will look in this beautiful piece.Without a doubt, your Kaftan will become a staple of your vacation gear. This must-wear clothing wonder has made a believer out of many around the globe who have experienced its natural, flowy elegance first-hand.

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5 Hair Habits that Might be Causing Damage

5 Hair Habits that Might be Causing Damage

It seems as though we’re busier these days now more than ever before. Even if you work from home, there’s simply not enough time to carry a full workload and maintain personal housekeeping. That being said, you’re probably skimping out on precious self-care time. How much TLC did you pour into your hair this week? Many of us are fully committed to wash days and religiously keep our manes maintained, but it’s the little habits in between that might be causing unexpected damaged.

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Hair Play for Any Day – 4 Ways to Accessorize Your Hair

Hair Play for Any Day – 4 Ways to Accessorize Your Hair

If you are like most people, you CANNOT WAIT FOR SUMMER! After a whole year of being cooped up and on lock down due to the pandemic, cabin fever is at an all-time high. Folks want to get out, and they want to look good when they finally make their escape -- that includes making sure your hair is on point. 

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4 Ways to Nurture, Protect and Love On Your Hair and Skin

4 Ways to Nurture, Protect and Love On Your Hair and Skin

They need love too! That’s right. Your hair and skin need to be treated with dignity, respect, and yes, plenty of love. To be honest, Sis, most people do the bare minimum when it comes to caring for their hair and skin. They may go to the salon, but that daily care is often less than stellar. You’re busy. We get it.  Really we do.  But, you can’t be so busy that you leave your hair and skin to chance. They need you.

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5 Braid Styles We're Rocking This Summer

5 Braid Styles We're Rocking This Summer

Black women have worn various braid patterns since the beginning of time. It’s kinda our thing, you know? Braids are a year-round delight however they’re super prevalent during the summer months. Everyone is making up for lost time this summer and it’s never too early to start pulling together your braided looks.

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An Ode to Neo Soul Playlist

An Ode to Neo Soul Playlist

A delicious blend of funk with a hint of gospel and the blues, infused with sweet melodies of contemporary R&B, Neo Soul is a profound genre. This collection of Black poetry ignites passion and ecstacy. Every note is an intentionally wrapped gift of intoxicating rhythm, pure lyricism, and vibrant instrumentation. Soul-stirring music that transcends time. An Ode to Neo Soul playlist is a sophisticated mix of artful love without limitation. How sweet the sound. Allow these feel good songs to carry you away to your favorite mental escape. Welcome to paradise. 

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