Photography by Nick Merzetti.The designer has moved to seasonless collections, and is using off-cut materials to make face masks. By Odessa Paloma Parker Date June 12, 2020 icon-facebook icon-twitter “I’ve been trying to talk to and motivate other people that this is a good change. We really needed this pause; why don’t you just try
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When it comes to the deaths of George Floyd, Ahmaud Arbery, Breonna Taylor, and the list of Black Americans who we can continue to name, licensed professional counselor Monica E. Jackson, PhD, told POPSUGAR that it brings up a feeling of trauma for the Black community, herself included. It’s a “legacy of trauma” that goes
Jefferson Davis, president of the Confederate States of America (1861-TBD) lies in the middle of the street, fully dressed and flat on his back, his hand outstretched to a nearby police officer in a futile entreaty for help. His metal finery is splattered with pink paint and his unfortunate state is illuminated by the blue
image via istockThese organizations focused on the mental health and well-being of Black communities can offer some much-needed support right now. By FASHION Staff Date June 11, 2020 icon-facebook icon-twitter To say there is so much happening in the world right now is an understatement. This pain, these stories and these experiences are, sadly, not
For many, adapting to home workouts has meant exploring new exercise methods — and for some, new sneakers, too. That’s because your former gym routine may require different support than your living-room carpet, sidewalk, backyard, and nature-trail workouts do. Anyone in the market for a new sneaker to match their ever-changing lifestyle should consider versatile
JOHANNES EISELEGetty Images For the past few weeks, America has watched as protestors in all 50 states have poured into the streets to demand change. They’re asking for justice in the deaths of George Floyd, Ahmaud Arbery, and Breonna Taylor. They’re asking for an end to police brutality and an acknowledgement that Black lives matter.
Treat yourself *and* support LGBTQ+ causes It’s Pride month and while festivities may be postponed due to COVID-19, that doesn’t mean we can’t celebrate virtually from the comfort of our home by hopping into Club Quarantine’s virtual pride launch party or checking out SodaStream’s virtual drag brunch. Something we can also do from home? Online shop. But
Image by Arianna Janelle/Share the Mic Now50 Black activists, authors, entrepreneurs and artists are taking over the Instagram accounts of white celebrities as part of the #ShareTheMicNow movement. By Pahull Bains Date June 10, 2020 icon-facebook icon-twitter Today, 50 Black female activists, scholars, artists and entrepreneurs are taking over the Instagram handles of white celebrities,
Whether you’re putting in hours at the gym or just on the go all day, you need a reusable water bottle. Single-use plastics are a no-no for the environment, and you can seriously reduce your carbon footprint with this one simple swap. Plus, all these water bottles are available on Amazon Prime, which means this
Dania MaxwellGetty Images How can you be a better ally and support Black people in their fight against police brutality, systemic racism, and injustice? It’s a question that many are asking in response to the deaths of George Floyd, Breonna Taylor, and Tony McDade as protests continue over 40 cities nationwide. Here, three simple concepts
No nail appointment, no problem With nail salons across the country closed for the foreseeable future, there’s never been a better time to take our manicures into our own hands. If you’ve already mastered gel polish removal and salon-quality manis, why not give one of these simple nail art ideas a try? All you need to get
The brand has also introduced slides to its offerings this season. By Odessa Paloma Parker Date June 10, 2020 icon-facebook icon-twitter Born from its founder’s innate wanderlust, Malvados — the Vancouver-based brand that recently launched an e-commerce platform — is poised to make a lasting impression on the footwear industry thanks to its offering of
You could call me a juice expert — I make my own drinks in the comfort of my kitchen every day. It’s a fun and easy way to include more fruits and vegetables in your diet, and some say it even promotes weight loss when done properly. If you want to juice at home too
Jared Leto isn’t the type to blast his love life on social media, but Leto has had a steady partner in 26-year-old model Valery Kaufman over the last few years. People got some rare detail on the couple this week after Kaufman and Leto were seen together hiking in Malibu in early June 2020. Here,
Stephane Cardinale – CorbisGetty Images As protests in response to the deaths of George Floyd, Breonna Taylor, Tony McDade, and many other Black humans who died at the hands of police hold a mirror up to society’s long history of racial injustice, Aurora James, founder of Brother Vellies, in turn held up a mirror to
We’re deep into quarantine, and top of mind for many people is their hair. And no, we’re not talking about the hair on our head. At more than thirteen weeks into COVID-19 lockdown, avid waxers are likely experiencing serious withdrawal when it comes to their monthly or bi-monthly hair removal, and wondering if they can take the
Photo by Mario Tama/Getty ImagesThe beauty giant has announced it will dedicate 15 per cent of its shelf space to Black-owned beauty brands. Last week, Canadian designer Aurora James – founder of footwear brand Brother Vellies – launched the 15 Per Cent Pledge, a movement urging major retailers to dedicate 15 per cent of their
Image Source: Getty / Howard Smith / ISI Photos The US women’s national soccer team is speaking out about a policy put in place by the US Soccer Federation (USSF) requiring players to “stand respectfully” during the national anthem. Though no player who violated the policy faced penalties after the policy was adopted in February
Meghan Markle and Prince Harry moved from Vancouver Island to Los Angeles just as the coronavirus lockdown really went into effect. Three months in, Entertainment Tonight got intel from a source about how the Duke and Duchess of Sussex’s relationship has changed post-move, while they’ve social distanced in their home with their one-year-old son Archie.
Photo by Roberto Machado Noa/LightRocket via Getty ImagesThe Friendly Stranger Digital Drag Show will be hosted by Brock McGillis and Brooke Lynn Hytes on June 16. By Pahull Bains Date June 9, 2020 icon-facebook icon-twitter Friendly Stranger, a cannabis retailer and culture shop in Toronto, has joined forces with Brock McGillis and Brooke Lynn Hytes
Meal prep will save you loads of time and money throughout the week. Plus, sticking to a preplanned menu ensures you’ll stay on track with your healthy eating efforts. If you’re looking to start meal prepping but you’re totally overwhelmed by where to begin, make sure you load up on these meal-prep essentials. From slicing
With the coronavirus pandemic canceling events and delaying tours, 2020 is not the year any artist envisioned having. But K-pop girl group TWICE is still rising. In the five years since the band’s debut, K-pop has taken off globally, along with the girls’ own fame and sugary, feel-good music. They’ve made history at home and
Image courtesy of Témi Shobowale. Design by Danielle CampbellWelcome to My Story, our new weekly series dedicated to creatives of colour and their paths to success. By championing these diverse stories and backgrounds, we hope that our understanding of the cultural conversations around beauty and fashion will expand and that respect for our differences will
If you have a vagina, you probably haven’t been giving it enough TLC and that’s got to change. Talking about vaginal health has been taboo for entirely too long, and it’s important you know more about your vagina, how to best care for it, and how to maintain and achieve good vaginal health. You may