Stuff We L♡ve

Let’s keep it all the way real here, you know since we’re all friends and everything. None of us was really checking for a Roseanne reboot. I mean, for those of us who did tune in for strictly nostalgic purposes, we get it. But from the very first reviews, those of us who might have […]

Last year we saw the rise of prominent black artists in the music, tv, and film industries. People like Issa Rae and Donald Glover/Childish Gambino brought different black narratives to our screens. Ava Duvernay is taking on Hollywood with her work on Queen Sugar, her adaptation of A Wrinkle in Time, and continues to be vocal […]

As a woman of a certain age, there are certain things I’ve grown to appreciate in ways I didn’t fully grasp before. One of those things is wine. What I used to randomly pick up on my weekend trips to the store, is now a process. I like to take my time and find wines […]

We all know that life can get stressful. Overwhelmingly stressful at times to the point we say “I’m so done!” I’ve been there. Thankfully, I can rely on my spirituality to carry me through which is why I use mediation to help calm my overactive mind. While I don’t believe you have to be spiritual […]

With Black history Month behind and Women’s History Month ahead, for Black Women, we find ourselves in the often difficult but always magical position of being both. And while it should be easy to see ourselves represented in each of these spaces, we know all too well, how that often turns out: “All the Women […]

This month more than ever, we find ourselves looking back at the people who fought for social change. Many have lost their lives trying to fight an unjust system. Others still continue the fight in any way their voices can be heard. Today, we’re taking a moment to recognize a few of the most prominent […]

Another year and another chance to support black-owned businesses! Black-owned businesses, like Izzy & Liv, cannot thrive without the support of patrons and customers. It is amazing to see many black men and women out there in the world, taking charge of their careers by serving others. However, it isn’t easy out there! People need […]

While 2017 is dwindling down, we thought we could reflect a bit on this past year and pay tribute to some amazing, talented individuals who we lost. Hearing news of another beloved figure passing away is never fun, especially if you admired a particular celebrity. So rather than just mourn, let’s celebrate the achievements of […]

Tis the season of giving! Christmas is so different from many holidays. Personally, it forces me to slow down, take in the winter air, and feel a sense of joy around. Simultaneously, it’s a time not many people have the opportunity to enjoy wholeheartedly due to stressful or severely hard times. Of course, one doesn’t […]