In today’s world, fashion is more than just clothing it is a statement of identity, culture and innovation. At the heart of ...

On this episode of Shop Essence Live in partnership with New Voices Family, we feature Ankedjé founder Alicia Bello. Born in Prince George’s County, MD to Nigerian immigrants, her passion […] ...

The founder utilizes her longstanding passion for activism to create opportunities for designers who aren’t getting a fair ...

Synthetic chemicals found in a wide range of products, from textiles to food packaging, and now even breast milk, are endangering infants’ lives in Africa, researchers say. Scientists are still ...

At just 18, Belange Mutunda left her home in the Democratic Republic of Congo to move to Iowa so she could pursue her dreams ...

In Africa's emerging fashion industry, women face unique challenges in transitioning from talented designers to influential ...

“Abracadabra” brings back the magic of early Gaga, both in sound and style.

Hot seat: Mayor Brandon Johnson defended Chicago as a “proud city of immigrants” while facing attacks on sanctuary city ...

International Women’s Fashion Show takes place Saturday. Megan Kelley-Moore, founder and chairwoman of the International ...

Luxury fashion experts say brands should focus their marketing on collaboration, craftsmanship, and experiences to succeed ...

Lookin' for a masterpiece? You'll find several at KÍLÈNTÁR, a brand that has conquered infusing the timelessness of Africa into modern clothing. Size-inclusive footwear? We love to see it ...

How Nigerian singer Patoranking and a British army vet are driving change through philanthropy ...