by Marie Touray | May 24, 2025 | Health & Wellness
For decades, slicked edges and dead straight locks promised by £5 tubs of chemical relaxers have been appealing to black women. But with more education, narratives surrounding chemical hair products changed drastically. Yet recently, chemicals which are just as...
by Marie Touray | May 24, 2025 | Self Image
In spite of the power of colourism, albinism contradicts the privileges of light skin, so when is fair deemed too fair? Albinos are renowned for their porcelain pale skin, golden blonde hair and luminous light eyes. On paper, this description is synonymous to the...
by Marie Touray | May 24, 2025 | Fashion
Africa Fashion Week London has been a pioneer in putting African fashion on the map here in the UK. The renowned annual fashion event, which showcases the work of exclusive designers, is preparing for its 15th event. Africa Fashion Week London (AFWL) was founded by...
by Marie Touray | May 24, 2025 | Culture & History
For several Black British Muslim women, particularly those of West African heritage, identity is a layered experience. It’s an intersection where faith, culture and beauty intersect, especially in Western society, where common conceptions of Muslim women are...
by Marie Touray | May 24, 2025 | Culture & History
Sonia Leong is a British award-winning artist and illustrator whose artwork in the field of Japanese-inspired manga has cemented her place in the art scene. Her sensational work inspires many, from being featured in Doctor Who books to Netflix show ‘Flowers’ and...
