Stories, Strands & Skin is a thoughtfully curated Black History Month collection celebrating the elegance of Black storytelling and beauty all year long. This list houses impactful literature alongside premium haircare, makeup, and skincare desig...
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Makeup Maven
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Thrown Fits
Author’s Corner
Self discovery book of life lessons and guidance to follow your heart through the eyes of Candace Parker
The Can-Do Mindset - by Candace Parker (Hardcover)
Love this coloring book because it captures the true essence of black sisterhood!
Coloring with Coco: Sisterhood in Solidarity, 80 pages (Paperback)
The perfect self care coloring book to pour into you!
Exhale - by Latoya Nicole (Paperback)
My newest obsession for the kiddies that love women’s sports as this one details the life of being a daughter of a pro LA Spark!
My Mom, the MVP (Ello Storytellers)
I have this book and gave to my goddaughter as well. It’s based on Serena Williams’ oldest daughter (Olympia) and her doll bestie Qai Qai. She helps her navigate believing in herself which is key for confidence.
The Adventures of Qai Qai
Such a phenomenal read for young black
women on how to stand up to adversity and lean into being true to themselves!
Dear Black Girls: How to Be True to You
Releasing soon and details how to overcome chaotic experiences for creative, personal growth!
HOME | Built In The Chaos
My absolute icon, idol, fave and star Brandy has written her life story. It’s available now for pre order and goes live in March!
Phases: A Memoir (Signed Book)|Signed Book
Makeup Maven
One of Oprah’s favorite things, pure beauty award 2021, light to deep shades, glides like butter
Skin by Mented
(Riah15) the best complexion products on the market and my skin never glowed better!
Complexion Bundle
In love with these lip glosses because they aren’t sticky and look good with every shade of a lip color
No Filler Needed Volumizing Lip Plumper
TLB has the best lippies on the market because they’re matte, last and not sticky! The reds are my favorite.
Nonstop Liquid Matte
Purchased 2 and my ultimate fave….vitamin c and shea butter locking in my moisture for 8 hrs
I stumbled on this at TJMaxx and tried it today. For $6.99, it’s so pigmented and made my cheeks rosy.
NEW Liquid Blushes : Power Flush
Latest obsession that packs a huge hydration punch for my dry lips!
Le Chouchou Viral 3-in-1 Lip Treatment | Award-Winning Balm
HairLaLa
Strengthens hair stands, smells like vanilla paradise and is vegan!
Carol's Daughter Goddess Strength Divine Strength Leave In Conditioner with Castor Oil for Weak, Breakage Prone Hair - 10 fl oz
I literally obsessed with this product! It smells so good and leaves my curls juicy after a wash and plait out.
Camille Rose Guava Slip Whipped Souffle - 8 fl oz
Reveal beautiful, defined curls with our Whipped Vanilla Cream Curl Defining Mousse, specially crafted for curly, coily, and wavy hair types. Vegan-friendly and enriched with nourishing ingredients, this lightweight formula offers crunch-free definit...
Donna's Recipe Vanilla Curl Defining Mousse - 8.5 fl oz
This edge gel smells like a vanilla dream and the edges be slick down with my natural and protective styles!
Donna's Recipe Whipped Vanilla Cream Edge Gel - 3oz
When I say 1000000/10 and this brought my thinning hair line back to life so purchase immediately!
I loved this curl cream because it’s not heavy and my curls were just so full and juicy overnight with my plait out!
4U By Tia Leave-In Curl Cream, 6 OZ
My staple for fluffy, full and soft curls on my 4c hair!
Taliah Waajid Curly Curl Cream, 6 OZ
When I say immediate shine and easy to detangle on 4c hair!!!!!!! Please grab immediately and the lather is 10/10!
Bonita Bubble Balm Foaming Pomade
Thrown Fits
I absolutely love this sweatshirt! It’s very comfy and went well with my glam.
Black History Month Legendary Rootz Women's Blueprint Sweatshirt - Brown 2X
The perfect BHM that’s easy to carry with dual handles and on the go movement!
Black History Month Legendary Rootz Women's Tote Handbag - Beige Striped
Chic. Comfy. Trendy. Unique. Love simplicity like this in my wardrobe!
KBB by KAHLANA Women's Short Sleeve 'The Ruched Shirt Dress' - Blue/White Striped 3X
I love versatile trousers like this because I can move from day to night and still be the life of the room!
KBB by KAHLANA Women's Baggy Leg 'The Waist Curtain Trouser' - Black XXL
Esther (founder of Playa Society) has the flyest merch for the WNBA players! She’s so cold with it and if you love the league, then definitely shop her business today !