Stuff We L♡ve

Simply put, the struggle is real. Yes, those black girl hair struggles are, unfortunately, the hallmark of many of our lives. What’s the first thing that most people worry about, after coffee and their morning ritual? Their hair! There is some historical context around black hair that we will touch on, just a little bit, […]

There is more to “giving back” than just throwing our money at black organizations and the issues that need addressing in our world. If you thought that was the only way to give back you have been sadly mistaken. Our communities, our children, our families need more than money. They need people to come together […]

Lack of representation on screen is simply unacceptable. People of color, especially us black people are tired of it at this point. That’s not to say, there isn’t progress being made. Creatives Jordan Peele, Ava Durvernay, and Oprah are making waves for upcoming artists to share their talents with the world. Some black artists are […]

No matter how old you are, young adult novels can be a fun way to get back into reading. Not only is the reading level super easy enough to blaze right through the book, but there ample amounts of good storytelling. In the world of contemporary literature, black authors are shining brighter than the sun. […]

Whenever people get a few moments to chill, we know that you all are out there binge-watching Black Netflix. With all of those melanated, complex, and relatable characters, it’s hard not to get pulled in. In all honesty, there are so many shows and movies that there is always something to get your attention. But, […]

Hey ladies! The holidays are here. We at Izzy and Liv bet your wishlist is already long, filled with many things you want this Christmas. If you are somebody who loves to dive into books, then that wishlist must be extra long. This year there’s been incredible releases by black authors in the realms of fiction […]

Black-tivists make the saying, “Stand for something or fall for anything” their life’s work. They are the seemingly fearless people who are willing to lay everything on the line for the cause of fighting the injustices of this world. Where would we be without them and their vicarious voices blasting the ills and providing support […]