January 4, 2023 – Page 3

4 Jan

What to Watch: J. Crew’s fortieth, Banana Republic’s Traction

Fashion on the mall is beginning to look so much higher, due to recent energy and marketing initiatives at two of America’s major retail chains. On a cold day just before Thanksgiving, a gaggle of well-heeled L.A. women were rushing racks of J. Crew feather-trimmed cotton poplin shirts, vivid yellow bouclé jackets, pink velvet blazers and black crystal-covered satin pouch bags, because the brand’s women’s creative director Olympia Gayot looked on nearby. They weren’t at a store, but moderately the tony private club San Vicente Bungalows, where the brand hosted a gifting suite and Gayot hobnobbed with Diane Keaton, Amy Adams, Elizabeth Banks and Ali Wong as they picked up goodies on the event, which was organized by influencer marketing agency...

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4 Jan

What are ‘melanotan’ injections? Explaining the controversial tanning drug

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What are ‘melanotan’ injections? Explaining the controversial tanning drug

The illegal injections and nasal sprays are being promoted by influencers as a tanning hack but experts warn they are dangerous Beauty mustn't be pain and it definitely shouldn’t be dangerous. Whether it’s a “slim thick” hourglass figure or sun-kissed glowing skin, the pressure on us to suit beauty ideals is limitless and pushing people to go to extreme, harmful lengths to attain them. First there was Apetamin, the unlicensed complement which promised perfect curves but as a substitute caused every thing from extreme fatigue to liver failure and even comas. Now it’s melanotan, a “quick fix” solution to tanning, that’s making the headlines. Often coming in the shape of injections or nasal spray, melanotan...

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4 Jan

8 Times Black Women Won In 2022 – Essence

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8 Times Black Women Won In 2022 – Essence

Black women take up space worldwide consistently, and 2022 has been no different. We impact every industry, whether entertainment, politics, tech, or beauty. Black celebrities like Sheryl Lee Ralph, Rihanna, Meg Thee Stallion, Keke Palmer, and lots of others have had epic moments we're all pleased with this 12 months. Be it a pregnancy, a historic award win, or justice being served; they're all noteworthy moments we might be inspired by. While we may not know these celebrities personally, we connect with some because they give the impression of being like us and remind us of what’s possible in a world where Black women are seen and revered. Listed here are a number of the most epic moments Black women had...

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4 Jan

Deloitte US Pronounces $1.5B Investment For a More Equitable

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Deloitte US Pronounces .5B Investment For a More Equitable

Pervasive opportunity gaps have widened the already vast racial wealth chasm between Black Americans and other racial groups. Sweeping motion is required to alter this, and it looks like Deloitte is putting money where its mouth is. The leading financial firm recently announced in a news release the launch of a $1.5 billion social impact investment to handle three critical areas of disparity that plague the Black community: workforce development, financial inclusion, and health equity. “Our three focus areas are inextricably linked to one another and to the chance for people to have prosperous lives in our society,” said Kwasi Mitchell, chief purpose officer at Deloitte in a news release. “Deeply-rooted inequities are larger than any single entity can...

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