Originally published in Vogue Italia in 2015, This essay explores the Black film genre of the 1970s and its influence on the 70s from the perspective of style and empowerment.
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The African artist recently answered a few questions for an exclusive interview with BALDWIN. Special thanks to our editorial assistant Diamond for facilitating the space and creating the opportunity. DeSean Johnson reports
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Unlock the vibrant world of Curl Fest, where natural hair takes center stage and self-acceptance, community, and the limitless possibilities that arise when we embrace our unique strands. Associate Editor Raquelle Querido reports
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The Fendi Fall 2023 Couture collection was such a classical masterpiece. As soon as I saw the garments I immediately thought of Athens, Greece as the models walked the runway as refined as Grecian goddesses. Each piece was something out of the Hellenistic period with decadent style, geometric draping and a few dresses beaded to
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The Schiaparelli Fall 2023 Couture collection was a work of art which should be no surprise since Elsa Schiaparelli has always been inspired by art, especially surrealism. That legacy continues in the latest couture showing featuring mostly monochromatic looks with gold accents and accessories. Even within the muted color palette of black, whites, nudes and
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When you think of Haute Couture some may think of over designed, avant garde garments that the average person would never wear. With the Valentino Fall 2023 Couture collection Pierpaolo Piccioli is providing a new approach to couture with elegant and simple designs that are easy to wear. Most of the collection consists of timeless
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Transform your self-care journey with these empowering reads, designed to help Black women embrace the soft life and nurture their well-being. Associate editor Raquelle Querido curates a must-read list The concept of self-care has undergone a remarkable transformation over time. Once considered a privilege reserved for the wealthy, society now recognizes its crucial role in
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Gymnastics icon Simone Biles is gearing up to make her highly anticipated return to competition, marking her first official event since the unforgettable 2021 Tokyo Olympics. The talented athlete, known for her extraordinary skills and resilience, is scheduled to showcase her prowess at the U.S. Classic, taking place on August 4–5 at the NOW Arena