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Coco Gauff's Must Haves: From a Fruit Smoothie to a Squishmallow

Jun 25, 2024

Coco Gauff's Must Haves: From a Fruit Smoothie to a Squishmallow

It's hard to believe Coco Gauff just headed to her very first Olympics.

I'm Finally Claiming My Identity as a Black Gamer Girl

Jul 1, 2024

I'm Finally Claiming My Identity as a Black Gamer Girl

In the last year, I've had a revelation while collecting dusty cartridges of Nintendo Game Boy games, listening to hour-long drum-and-bass compilations of old Sega soundtracks, and joining a subreddit community for a niche Nintendo DS game franchise.

Corporate America Can Be Toxic For Black Women — Here's How to Leave

Jul 1, 2024

Corporate America Can Be Toxic For Black Women — Here's How to Leave

A question for all the people somehow thriving in corporate environments: exactly how did you manage that?

Venus Williams's Must Haves: From Beam's Sleep Powder to a Pair of Lacoste Sneakers

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Venus Williams's Must Haves: From Beam's Sleep Powder to a Pair of Lacoste Sneakers

Both on and off the court, Venus Williams can't stop winning.

Why Younger Black Women Are Turning to Spirituality — on Their Terms

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Why Younger Black Women Are Turning to Spirituality — on Their Terms

For generations, Black women have navigated a fraught relationship with religion.

A Hairstylist's Tips For Maintaining Bohemian Box Braids

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A Hairstylist's Tips For Maintaining Bohemian Box Braids

Traditional box braids have evolved a lot over the years, and they've birthed a handful of different styles that have become popular today.

A Day in the Life of Award-Winning Journalist Elaine Welteroth

Jul 15, 2024

A Day in the Life of Award-Winning Journalist Elaine Welteroth

The concept of paying it forward is nothing new in fashion.

The "Old Money" Aesthetic and the Dark Side of Intergenerational Wealth

Jul 11, 2024

The "Old Money" Aesthetic and the Dark Side of Intergenerational Wealth

If you're a woman on the Internet whose social media algorithms have determined that you like fashion, then you've probably seen countless TikToks and Instagram Reels of content creators hopping on the "old money" aesthetic.

Why Non-Performative Yoga Is the Breath of Fresh Air Your Practice Needs

Jul 11, 2024

Why Non-Performative Yoga Is the Breath of Fresh Air Your Practice Needs

Many of us spend our whole lives performing.

"Summer House"'s Ciara Miller Doesn't Want Your Opinion on Her Natural Hair

Jul 11, 2024

"Summer House"'s Ciara Miller Doesn't Want Your Opinion on Her Natural Hair

Like much of the "Summer House" cast, Ciara Miller leads a double (technically triple) life.

Black Women Campers Are Reclaiming the Outdoors: "These Spaces Belong to All of Us"

Jul 3, 2024

Black Women Campers Are Reclaiming the Outdoors: "These Spaces Belong to All of Us"

The first time Shunte' Mcclellan went camping, she was skeptical about spending a weekend in the backwoods of Georgia.

Shopping Director Jessica Andrews's 11 Must Haves, From Packing Cubes to Lip Oil

Jul 1, 2024

Shopping Director Jessica Andrews's 11 Must Haves, From Packing Cubes to Lip Oil

If you saw my closet, you wouldn't be surprised to learn that I spend an inordinate amount of time shopping.

5 Items Every Swimmer Needs, According to Water Polo Star Ashleigh Johnson

Jul 1, 2024

5 Items Every Swimmer Needs, According to Water Polo Star Ashleigh Johnson

The Expert Edit features interviews with specialists about the products they swear by in their chosen field.

For Black Women, Intergenerational Patterns Are Complex. Here's How I'm Healing Mine.

Jul 1, 2024

For Black Women, Intergenerational Patterns Are Complex. Here's How I'm Healing Mine.

Back in January, while visiting the Yucatán Peninsula in Mexico, I decided to take part in a temazcal ceremony — an ancient Mayan practice said to cleanse the spirit and heal.

The 5 Gymnastics Moves Named After Simone Biles — and Their Difficulty

Jun 27, 2024

The 5 Gymnastics Moves Named After Simone Biles — and Their Difficulty

If you ever wondered why Simone Biles is widely considered the most talented gymnast of all time — truly the GOAT — let us explain.