Growing up, D’ Cher Whitaker was enamored with her “super jazzy” grandmother and her overflowing jewelry boxes. Dazzled by the pearls, statement necklaces and jewels her grandmother would…
For most college students, on-campus jobs are simply a means to help pay for school; or keep a few bucks on hand for late-night pizza runs. For Paula…
Want to skip the crazy lines and mall parking lots during Black Friday? You’re in luck. Chicago’s Black-owned businesses are offering GREAT opportunities to shop small and buy…
The holidays are upon us. It’s that time of year where we focus on our blessings, spread a little more love and make a greater effort to give…
Decidedly chic, yet inviting- The Indigo Room is a welcome addition to Chicago’s Loop. The spacious, unisex salon offers a full array of services from hair styling and…
“I’m an adamant believer. I’m going to make an amazing product. I’m going to put my heart and soul into it, and when you eat it, you can’t…
Rachel James has always had a serious love for fashion and beauty. After graduating from Chicago’s International Academy of Design and Technology in 2012, James, who’s also a…
Dig if you will the picture… Sixteen beautiful brown models donned in gorgeous African-inspired prints catwalking through the streets of Chicago’s historic Hyde Park. That was the…
Walk into the Standout Style Boutique in Bridgeport and you are struck by just how warm and cozy it feels. The exposed brick walls, high wood beams and…