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06/08/2022

Every minute you spend wishing you had someone else’s life is a minute spent wasting yours. Learn to embrace the skin you live in and enjoy your own version of happy

06/07/2022

My only focus is to become a better me

06/06/2022

The advent of smartphones has changed the way we communicate forever, but before the iPhone, there was the Motorola Razr. The Razr was one of the first cell phones that transcended the typical functionality of cell phones, and we're seen as a fashion statement. In 2004 the Motorola Razr was released as the slimmest design phone a cellular device ever. Releasing in a multitude of colors and subsequent updated versions, the Razr was seen everywhere, from movies and television to being the cell phone of choice for celebrities and business people alike. Motorola recently released a modernized smartphone version of the Razr, complete with a touchscreen front & inside but nostalgia was not enough to pull the majority of the consumer market away from the iPhone and other brands' flagship devices. Were you rocking the Razr?

06/03/2022

Once we accept our limits, we go beyond them

06/02/2022

Tonight starts the NBA Finals, and this looks to be a good one. Most of us love sporting events; whether it's watching them from the comfort of our homes or attending them live in person, sports present some of the best moments. We want to know, what's your vote for the best sporting event?

06/02/2022

“Everything in life starts with your mindset first and your actions second. Your actions follow your thoughts, ideas, and beliefs. To make a shift, to free your energy; start with getting your mind right, and then, take action.” - Sylvester McNutt III

05/31/2022

Founded in 2005, Telfar has become the premium black-owned fashion brand catapulted to the top of the fashion game. Telfar Clemens and his vision for the brand have created the perfect storm in a time when consumers are shopping with purpose and cause. During the pandemic, the Telfar brand took a massive leap in notoriety, with particular celebrities donning the brand and praising the elegance in design. The brand has made the conscious choice to be inclusive in all forms, including financially & racially. Telfar continued to gain traction as a premier brand. The world opened back up to fashion shows and other in-person events, displaying the brand on runways and other promotional events. Are you all rocking Telfar?

05/30/2022

Never lose sight, never lose faith, never lose yourself

05/29/2022

True Religion Brand Jeans and their signature stitch work and fits have been a part of the culture for two decades. The American premium denim brand has been name-dropped in songs and worn as a flex by artists like 2 Chainz and Cheif Keef, but these jeans had a moment. As the times change, so do styles and trends, of course, yet the True Religion Brand remains neatly placed among the must-haves. The ability to be unique prevails in whichever era you're in, and True Religion has mastered its individuality as its signature Buddha and horseshoe stand out favorably with every trend. The brand is still going strong and just dropped a 20th-anniversary commemorative collection with Cheif Keef. Are you still rocking your True Religions?

05/27/2022

05/26/2022

The Hughes Brothers directed the 90s classic “Menace II Society,” and the film presented a stark reality of the choices thrust upon American youth coming up in environments breeding grounds for violence & crime. The movie follows childhood friends Caine & O-Dawg as they navigate a sticky situation after a convenience store visit goes way off course. The story continues as a series of events lead to a tragic ending, depicting how the pitfalls of our society lead to a vicious cycle that claims the futures of so many black men and women. The movie is a classic and helped catapult young actors like Larenz Tate and Jada Pinkett into star status. Where does “Menace II Society” rank amongst your favorite 90s films?

05/26/2022

Stop waiting for tomorrow. Start now