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What 48 Hours in Ghana Really Looks Like If You Only Shopped Black-Owned
Dreaming of a Ghana getaway? From breakfast in Osu to golden hour skincare in Labadi, follow our 48-hour itinerary powered entirely by Ghanaian brands.
She Is MBG: How Frilancy Is Rewriting the Rules of African Fashion Discovery
You know a Frilancy video the second it starts, even before you spot the outfit. "They not like us" sound drops, and you already know she’s about to make Black-owned fashion go viral. Again.
7 Black-Owned Collections Heating Up Summer ‘25
Your summer just got an upgrade. Explore 7 standout collections from top Black-owned brands, perfect for weddings, vacations, brunches, and smart city style.
Steal Temi Otedola’s Black-Owned Wardrobe for Your Summer Lineup
From Fruché to Isigo, we’re breaking down her best African designer looks so far this year and how to style them wherever you're headed this season.
MBG-Approved: 5 Black-Owned Brands We’re Adding to Cart Right Now
From bold streetwear to luxurious resortwear, these Black-owned brands are the talk of the town. See why they're in our cart this month.
4 Signs Your Scalp Is Screaming for Help — And the Black-Owned Brands That Can Save It
Your haircare might be on point, but is your scalp silently suffering? From flakes to irritation, here’s how to spot the signs and the Black-owned brands that bring the relief
She Is NaturalVital: How One Woman’s Story Became a Haircare Revolution
In this heartfelt interview, we sit down with the founder of NaturalVital, the Black-owned haircare brand changing how we care for our crowns.
Can Your Haircare Routine Be Clean, Effective & Black-Owned? This One Is
Tired of products that either don’t work or don’t feel safe? Meet NaturalVital, the Black-owned haircare brand bringing clean, effective formulas backed by nature, science, and serious results.
If Money Was No Object
When I spotted Christie Brown’s SS25 "GO" collection, my Warm Autumn heart wasn’t ready. From vibrant oranges to signature silhouettes, here’s everything that instantly made it onto my dream wishlist.
The Weekend She Said Yes
She’d spent the winter quietly building. Now, surrounded by sunlight, soul food, and sisterhood, Nikita is finally ready to share her yes.
Black-Owned and Under $100 Head-to-toe (Yes, Really!)
Yes, you can shop Black-owned, look amazing, and stay on budget! We’ve put together a full head-to-toe look all under $100.
The Ultimate Mother’s Day Gift Guide
Mother’s Day is all about showing love, and what better way to pamper Mum (or yourself) than with the gift of glowing skin?
Meet the Queen of Shea: Valerie Obaze on Building a Global Skincare Empire
A candid conversation with Valerie Obaze, founder of R&R Skincare. From overcoming challenges as a new mum to revolutionizing ethical beauty, learn how the Queen of Shea built a global skincare empire.
Glow Like Ghana: Celebrating Independence Day with R&R Skincare
March 6th marks Ghana’s Independence Day. A day to honour the richness of its culture and the beauty traditions that have been passed down for generations.