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The Showstopping Hats Of Mae Reeves, Fueled Voter Engagement And Black Entrepreneurship

9Apr

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BEAUTY, FASHION, STYLE

The Showstopping Hats Of Mae Reeves, Fueled Voter Engagement And Black Entrepreneurship

Mae Reeves used showstopping hats to fuel voter engagement and Black entrepreneurship. Mae Reeves and her husband, Joel, pose with her hats at Mae’s Millinery in Philadelphia, circa 1953. Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture/Gift from Mae Reeves and her children Donna Limerick and William Mincey Jr. Lula “Mae” Reeves, one of the first Black women in Philly to own her own business, created one-of-a-kind and custom hats for celebrities, socialites, professionals and churchgoing women in downtown Philadelphia for over 50 years. She made hats for everyday wear, hats for special occasions, and magnificent “showstoppers,” as she called them. Her celebrity clients included Eartha Kitt, Marian Anderson, Lena Horne, Ella Fitzgerald and mem...

The Stylish Sapeur Movement – 5 Deeper Insights

9Apr

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The Stylish Sapeur Movement – 5 Deeper Insights

Congo’s stylish sapeur movement goes beyond fashion – 5 deeper insights. In the two Congos, there’s a cultural movement by the Society of Ambience-Makers and Elegant People (Sape), known as “sapeurs”, who blend fashion, culture and social resistance. Though it was rooted primarily in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and the Republic of Congo, the movement is now spreading worldwide, through Congolese migration. As a researcher, I have studied Sape in its cultural, social and symbolic dimensions. Sape is far more than a fashion trend. Here are five key things to know about this movement. 1. The history of Sape Sape emerged during the colonial era, first in Brazzaville and later in Leopoldville (now Kinshasa), when young Congolese began adopting and reinterpreting ...

Victoria’s Secret Semi-Annual Sale Dates

31Mar

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Victoria’s Secret Semi-Annual Sale Dates

If you’re a fan of Victoria’s Secret, you’re likely familiar with their much-anticipated Semi-Annual Sales. These events are prime opportunities to snag your favorite lingerie, lounge wear, and beauty products at significant discounts. Let’s delve into the details of these sales, including their typical timing, what to expect, and how to make the most of them. What is the Victoria’s Secret Semi-Annual Sale? The Victoria’s Secret Semi-Annual Sale is a bi-annual event where the retailer offers substantial discounts on a wide range of products. Shoppers can find deals on bras, panties, sleepwear, active wear, beauty products, and more. It’s an excellent opportunity to stock up on essentials or indulge in new styles at reduced prices. When Does the Semi-Annual Sale Occur? Victoria’s Sec...

The Walmart Handbag That Mimics The Look Of Hermès’ Iconic, Exclusive Birkin Bag

14Jan

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BEAUTY, STYLE, TOP FOUR

The Walmart Handbag That Mimics The Look Of Hermès’ Iconic, Exclusive Birkin Bag

Birkin handbags, Walmart’s ‘Wirkin’ and the meme-ification of class warfare In previous eras of internet culture, mockery of the rich and famous was usually relegated to far-left forums. But as 2025 begins, ridiculing the rich appears to have gone mainstream. Look no further than the Walmart handbag that mimics the look of Hermès’ iconic, exclusive and uber-expensive Birkin bag. The cost of the Birkin bag can exceed six figures. But its exorbitant price tag is only part of its allure. You cannot simply walk into a Hermès store and purchase a Birkin bag. Shoppers are expected to spend thousands of dollars on other Hermès products over a long period of time before they’re even offered the opportunity to buy the Birkin, which is also known as a “quota bag.” Historically, the Birkin and...

10Oct

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STYLE, VIDEO REELS

A Black Dandy In Paris

Meet Paris’ black dandies, the Sapeurs. You can spot them in the streets of Paris or at fashion events in London, Milan, Brussels or Dubai. Most are black African men with sharp outfits designed and chosen to get them noticed. Known as “Sapeurs” – the name comes from the Society for Ambience and Elegance (Sape) and from French slang “se saper”, “to dress up” – these figures stand out with their offbeat and baroque sartorial style. Genesis and evolution Research by ethnologists and historians indicates that the movement was born in Central Africa, likely at the port of Bacongo, the river that separates the two Congos, the Democratic Republic of the Congo (Congo Republic, North of the river) and the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DR Congo, South side). The subculture got its star...

12Sep

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Flaunt Nail Art Like A Hollywood Star

Nail art is an exclusive niche that is gaining popularity in recent times. This may be because Hollywood stars like to flaunt the newest styles and right now the focus is on nail art. Nail art nowadays is seen basically as an extension to the myriad personality of the stars, Hollywood or otherwise. You too can be part of the fun by trying out various styles and we can help you with a few work of art. This art is basically distinguished by the difficulty of the designs into basic, intermediate and advanced level according to the various websites that have appeared on the internet that need to be painted onto the nail. Usually when people dress with a great hairstyle and dressing sense they don't really pay attention to their nails. However if more focus is given to the nails through nail a...

Eyebrow Beauty – Antonym Brow Pencil – Certified Natural

20Aug

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Eyebrow Beauty – Antonym Brow Pencil – Certified Natural

Eyebrows have a huge impact on the overall look, balance and definition of the face. The Antonym brow pencil is ideal for shaping, filling-in and defining eyebrows with a smooth application and rich color payoff. It is highly pigmented to create amazing looks, from natural to dramatic. The Antonym eyebrow pencil is made with certified natural ingredients. It comes in 3 shades: Blonde, Medium Brown, Dark Brown. How to pick your shade: If you have black hair, it’s best to go a bit lighter as matching the brow color to the hair might make the brows look colored-in. For brunettes it’s better to match to your highlight then your base hair color. For blondes, however, it’s better to match to your base than the brightest part of your hair. How to use: Shade the hairs lightly and then brush upward...

Celebrating And Empowering Stylish Older Women: The #Advancedstyle Movement

19Jun

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Celebrating And Empowering Stylish Older Women: The #Advancedstyle Movement

Until recently, the idea of paying close attention to mature women’s style would have, at best, been met with little interest from other consumers and the fashion industry but most likely completely ignored. After all, to be fashionable and feminine has typically been viewed as requiring youth. What could older female consumers possibly teach us about being stylish? Following the unexpected popularity of what’s known as the “advanced style” phenomenon, discussions about ageism, gender and fashion have been attracting increasing attention in the popular media, including the New York Times. The @advancedstyle Instagram account, created in 2008 by American street style photographer Ari Seth Cohen, helped fuel these critical conversations. Cohen’s celebration of the personal styles of regul...

What Men Mean When They Call a Girl ‘Cute’

11Nov

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What Men Mean When They Call a Girl ‘Cute’

Google says cute is "attractive in a pretty or endearing way", and when the word is used in reference to a girl, it gets all confusing. All guys are different and it is a known fact that men pretty much suck at expressing themselves. They want to say something and they might say something else. It is for this fact that girls often find it hard to understand men. There are hundreds of ways to define a woman; the poets, lyricists and authors are best at the task. Unfortunately, all men are not authors or poets. The adjective "cute" is based on both looks as well as how the girl behaves. Look is pretty easy to explain in the context and most of us already know what I mean. Behavior is also very important here; guys particularly find a girl cute when she acts like a kid, or when she makes fun...