Dress to Impress in Ofuure’s African Summer Dresses
These African dresses will give you summer vibes, a unique of blend of hot girl on the beach meets classy and sophisticated – the one…
Beat the Heat with a Refreshing Sorrel (Hibiscus) Drink
Can’t take the heat? Get a refreshing sorrel drink! There’s nothing more soothing than a cold drink on a hot summer day. The sun and…
Summer Beauty: Reasons Why You Need an Exfoliating Scrub
Black-owned and operated Sugar Plum Scrubs is a self-care business that was launched by Eshe Simba two years ago to serve the needs of women…
African Table Setting Ideas for a Summer Dinner Party
Summer is here and we can finally gather in small groups for (socially distanced) outdoor entertaining. Plus, you might be itching to spend quality time…
Insights from Heuritech’s African Designers and Trends Report
African fashion is becoming an influence to be reckoned with and the world is beginning to take notice of the continent especially following the surge…
Reflektion Design’s Top Mother’s Day Gifts
Mothers are a special breed of humans who are both selfless and sacrificial. They put their children first at most times even before themselves and…
How to Wash and Care for African or Wax Prints
It is not uncommon to be faced with somewhat of a dilemma on how to wash and care for African or wax print fabrics. Sometimes,…
Washington DC-based Box for Black-Owned Brands
Launched earlier in January by Street Smart Collaborative, the Black-Owned Box curates high-quality Black-owned brands and other goods for men and women that are perfect…
8 Self-Care Strategies for Surviving a Pandemic
Now more than ever, self-care is on the top of people’s minds. Though we’re all in the pandemic together, taking care of ourselves is still…
Fun At-Home Date Night Ideas for Valentine’s Day
Perhaps you’ve been cooped up in the house with your partner for so long due to the quarantine that it’s starting to place a damper…
Attain Your Health and Wellness Goals this Season
In many parts of the world, people are working from home under very tight restrictions due to the Coronavirus pandemic and this social isolation has…
Discover the Hottest Men’s African Clothing Styles
No doubt, online shops that retail men’s African fashion are hard to find. The internet is heavily saturated with women’s clothing but when it comes…
Marketing Your African Fashion Business in 5 Easy Steps
The African fashion industry is fast growing but also becoming highly saturated with a number of key established players and a lot of emerging brands.…
West African Food Flavours to Try This Holiday
Christmas time for me is all about moments spent with family surrounded by rich, bold and flavourful meals from Africa. It has actually been several…
Support Your Local BIPOC-Owned Businesses
One of my articles on BIPOC-owned businesses recently got published on Explore Waterloo Region’s blog! It was such an honour to have curated a shopping…
20 Best Black-Owned Christmas Gift Ideas
It has been a somewhat challenging year for many and therefore, little acts of appreciation through the giving of gifts can go a long way…
Women’s Flip Flop Bangles Sourced from Africa
*Product review – From the world to your doorstep. This is the motto of Caravan and Company, a Canadian retail business that sells goods made…
Cashmere Collection 2020: Bathroom Tissue Meets Couture
Cashmere is Canada’s best selling brand of tissue paper and for October – Breast Cancer Awareness Month, they are giving back in a major way.…
Acne Treatment and Prevention When Wearing Face Masks
Face masks are now a must-have accessory due to the Covid-19 pandemic. Wearing a mask, washing hands regularly and maintaining a social or physical distance…
How to Maintain Your Peace of Mind Everyday
2020 has been very interesting, full of ebbs and flows in what I think is safe to be called the most turbulent and challenging year…