By Adewale Adekanbi Jr.
Yoga, by Janelle Monae and Jidenna, released on March 31, 2015 as the second single from Monáe’s upcoming Wondaland Records collective EP, The Eephus. Continue reading
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7/13/16 O&A NYC WITH WaleStylez FASHION: Beyoncé’s Ivy Park Sportswear Releases High Summer Collection
By Adewale Adekanbi Jr.
Beyonce’s Ivy Park activewear line had it official launched in April 2016 offering over 100 items. Last week the brand rolled new items for the first time since the initial launch. Continue reading
7/29/15 O&A Beauty: Khloé Kardashian Complex Cover – Pays Homage To Black Girl Booty
Khloe Kardashian has totally removed the garbage from her can and replaced it with bona fide junk in her trunk. Khloe shows us that with enough lip and cheekbone filler, botox, exercise, diet, and the best store-bought booty- you too can fulfill your “I’m a slamming black girl” fantasy. Continue reading
Lupita Nyong’o Defines True Beauty (video and transcript)
By Walter Rutledge
The Oscar speech by Lupita Nyong’o was a historic moment; but her most powerful message was delivered during the 7th annual Black Women in Hollywood Luncheon sponsored by Essence Magazine. Nyong’o was honored with the Best Breakthrough Performance Award for her work in then Oscar nominated 12 Years a Slave. She shared a poignant letter from a girl whose dark complexion gave her feeling of inadequacy. She was able to find her own beauty through Lupita’s journey. Then Lupita share her own story of self-doubt because of her complexion. It is a moving and inspiring affirmation on the meaning of true beauty. Continue reading
