The Hot Issue
July/august 2021
Livin’.
THE EMANCIPATION OF ERIKA BRYANT
//CULTURE//
She’s learned to let fear be a guide and not a distraction. In her debut as a published author, TV and film producer Erika Bryant shares how she manifested her destiny while doing it scared.
THE STORY OF BRUCE’S BEACH
//CULTURE//
Read how the fight continues to return land stripped from its Black owners in the early 1900s.
TOP 10 SUMMER TRAVEL DESTINATIONS
//CULTURE//
Oh, the places you can go! Now that the world has opened back up, discover more unique getaways.
CHEFS TALK CULTURE + CUISINE
//CULTURE//
Four culinary explorers discuss how their rich ancestral pasts influence the foods they create.
Stylin’.
THE ART OF THE COLLAB
//FASHION//
Your favorite fashion brands are finding more and more ways to take your coins. Discover these summer drops that you won’t want to miss.
THE EDIT: THROWBACK FASHION RETURNS
//FASHION//
When you thought baby tees and frosted lip gloss were buried in the past, think again. See how the ‘99s and 2000s are making a comeback.
ISSA SLAY: BATHING SUITS FOR ALL
//FASHION//
Summertime calls for a beachside or poolside slay. This season’s swimwear trends turns up the heat in sexy suits for every type of girl.
THE SHADE ROOM: SUNGLASSES WITH STYLE
//FASHION//
Let’s face it. An outfit isn’t complete without the perfect sunglasses. With so many styles, which pair fits your summertime outfit of the day?
Food For Thought.
BOSS DEFINED
//OP-ED//
In her bimonthly column, Jamara Walker explores the meaning of being a boss. Is the definition the same for everybody?
Poppin’.
TOP 5 FOODS FOR GLOWY SKIN
//BEAUTY//
Get that glow! Beauty entrepreneur Brandie Chaney outlines the best foods to consume to make your melanin sparkle.
STAN ALERT: SHONTAY LUNDY IS DOIN’ IT
//BEAUTY//
She’s the founder of Black Girl Sunscreen and a hot girl. See why we’re obsessed.
The Last Word.
SUMMER LOVE
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