AND-MADE by Hand hosted its first immersive brand experience, AND-MADE IRL, at the Golden Black Candle Lounge, creating a space that celebrated Black women and showcased the creative universe of designer Alexis Daniels.
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How Black Menswear & Baddie Brunch’s Southern Classic Is Redefining Celebration for Dallas’ Black Professionals
The Southern Classic is a Dallas-based event that celebrates Black joy and sophistication, bringing together over 600 Black professionals, creatives, and entrepreneurs for an evening of music, fashion, and connection.
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World Afro Day: Hair Pride Goes Global
World Afro Day is attempting to set a Guinness World Record on September 15th to raise awareness about the beauty of natural hair textures and combat hair discrimination.
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Man of the Moment: A Night Where Fashion Walked with Purpose
The Man of the Moment Runway Show, in partnership with Woodford Reserve, celebrated fatherhood and community uplift through a fashion show and fundraiser supporting Threads for Change, an initiative aimed at empowering underserved youth through creative arts.
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The 2025 Met Gala: Celebrating Black Dandyism Unapologetically
The Met Gala, fashion’s most exclusive night, returned in 2025 with a powerful blend of Black culture, history, and artistry. Officially a fundraiser for the Costume Institute, this year’s event […]
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“Haus” of Art, Fashion — and Healing
Amanda Moore-Karim, a Black woman and fashion industry veteran, has created Luxy’s Haus, a website and e-store that merges fashion, photography, literature and the Black experience, including somatic healing and Tarot-like card readings.
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Erik Grayson: Oak Cliff’s Visionary Entrepreneur Reshaping Dallas Through Art, Cuisine, and Community
Erik Grayson is a Dallas-based serial entrepreneur who has launched several ventures, including Art Overdose and Fivee Bistro and Bar, to uplift his community and promote creativity and cultural events.
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United We Brunch: A Celebration of Sisterhood, Empowerment, and Community
The United We Brunch Expo was more than just an event—it was a movement. From the electric energy of powerhouse panelists like Tashara Parker and Dr. Brandalyn Ponder-Mattson to the jaw-dropping Pink Lucy fashion show that celebrated beauty in all forms, this gathering of women was a masterclass in empowerment. Attendees soaked up wisdom from industry leaders, networked with changemakers, and embraced the “No Mean Girl” movement in full force. With every conversation, connection, and stunning runway moment, the message was clear: when women uplift each other, there’s no limit to what we can achieve.
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A Cut Above: Non-Profit Threads for Change Empowers Young Entrepreneurs Through ‘Dress for Success’ Workshop
Threads For Change recently hosted a “Dress for Success” workshop in Dallas, featuring speakers and workshops on grooming, entrepreneurship, financial literacy, and networking, empowering young entrepreneurs to reach new heights.
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Black-Owned Cosmetic Chemistry Company Inspires Black Girls to Pursue STEM Careers
Kristen Wells-Collins, founder of Black to the Lab, has created a STEM-based company to inspire Black girls to pursue cosmetic chemistry by bridging beauty and science, offering a Cosmetic Chemistry Activity Set and workshops to learn about branding and marketing.