Trend Alert: 10 Ways to Rock Misted Yellow
life + style
October 29, 2014
Ashley
Photo courtesy of pantone.com We've been loving Pantone's hot new color this fall 2014 -- and have been spotting it everywhere! The super pretty dusty, or as Pantone calls it, 'Misted' yellow that is not quite pastel but is not quite mustard. It's got a rich golden undertone which works perfectly for fall but is…
Fab Finds: 10 Must Have Printed Pants for Fall
- life + style
- September 30, 2014
- Ashley
You don't have to toss your personal style out with your shorts and summer clothes this season. Preserve that stylish flair that makes you YOU this fall with printed pants! These are the perfect fall staple for keeping warm and fuzzy on the inside will adding a pop of color and 'wow factor' to any outfit…
13 Must Try Black and White Nail Art Designs for Fall
- hair + beauty, life + style
- September 3, 2014
- Ashley
Fall is headed our way and we've got your next mani/pedi idea covered. We understand, for some of us, it's never the right time to stash away those brights and neons in a drawer. But for those of you who tend to dress for the season, it doesn't mean that you can't absolutely stun anyone…
Battling Alopecia: Interview With Nicole Counts
- hair + beauty, life + style
- June 16, 2014
- Ashley
TGIN had the opportunity to have a virtual sit-down with Nicole Counts, a fellow naturalista battling against the autoimmune condition that causes hair loss, known as alopecia. Nicole is not alone in the struggle. After concerning images of model Naomi Campbell circulated the net showcasing the model’s receding hairline due to the same disease, it’s no wonder why…
5 Bobby Pin Hacks to Make Your Natural Hair Regimen Easier!
- hair + beauty, life + style
- March 5, 2014
- Ashley
Bobby pins are a curly girl's best friend. And we're not the only ones who think so! No matter how useful and amazing bobby pins are...we all know how out-of-control they can be. They are tiny and so easy to lose that by the end of the month, it's time to buy a new pack…
Our Favorite Fall Nail Lacquers for 2013
- hair + beauty, life + style
- November 1, 2013
- Ashley
It's that time of year again -- for our list of Fall favorite nail lacquers. And we've rounded up what we consider a very pretty selection of Autumn hues: Deep Sea by M.A.C Cosmetics Naked by Deborah Lippmann Cauldron Drippings by Lynnderella Very Structured by Essie Miami Beet by OPI Copper by RGB …
Top 5 Loose Leaf Herbal Teas for Fall
- life + style
- October 24, 2013
- Ashley
If you're a tea drinker, you'll love these loose leaf hot teas that are perfect for Fall. Some with pumpkin, some with apple, chocolate and chai -- all of these are delicious! If not for yourself...they also make tasty gifts...just an idea! Pistachio Cream by David's Tea Mulberry leaf, pistachios, chamomile, natural cream, macadamia and…
Treat Your Lips to Color + Moisture with these Top Lipsticks for Fall
- life + style
- September 24, 2013
- Ashley
Prep your lips for the cooler Fall weather with these TGIN favorite moisturizing lipsticks. These products work great for everyday wear and special occasions. Pretty much, everything to love about lipstick in a tube, minus the dryness and chapped skin: 1. Bobbi Brown Creamy lip color, $24 2. Chanel Rouge Allure, $33 3. Rimmel London…
Athletes Who Rock Their Natural Hair
- hair + beauty, life + style
- July 31, 2013
- Ashley
Here are some of our favorite natural haired athletes: 1. Troy Polamalu of the Pittsburg Steelers sports-kings.com 2. Janaya Davis- Middleweight boxer fotop.net 3. Gabrielle Douglas- Women Gymnastics dailyrepublic.com 4. Brain Grant- Retired Basketball Player spokeo.com
Introducing B. Smith…
- life + style
- July 29, 2013
- Ashley
B. Smith is an iconic entrepreneur, author and owner of three restaurants in New York, Washington D.C. and Sag Harbor. The restaurant features American and Southern cuisine. Some of B. Smith’s most prized dishes are cornbread chicken potpie, pumpkin spice moose and salmon tartare to name a few. Her restaurant has intrigued the taste buds…
Exhale: New Show Starring ‘Awkward Black Girl’ Issa Rae
- life + style
- July 2, 2013
- Ashley
[caption id="attachment_20612" align="aligncenter" width="620"] clutchmagonline.com[/caption] Some of our most favorite celebrities are coming together for a new network show, Exhale. This show is aimed to address issues and hot topics and provide solutions to problems that black women are facing in their communities. The show will focus on topics such as family, faith, jobs and of course relationships. Exhale…
Summer Reading 2013: Questlove’s Mo’ Meta Blues
- life + style
- June 26, 2013
- Ashley
[caption id="attachment_20588" align="aligncenter" width="485"] cdn.hiphopdx.com/[/caption] Are you looking for a good summer read? Then you should definitely check out this memoir written by Questlove, the leader of The Roots band. The book was released Tuesday June 18th and is titled Mo’ Meta Blues: The World According to Questlove. The memoir takes us through Amir “Questlove”…