Black TikTok Just Saw Beloved Designer Steve Madden’s Face for the First Time, and Their Reactions Are Hilarious
7 of Our Favorite Rumi Carter Looks
A Look Inside Carmelo Anthony’s Luxurious Manhattan Apartment, Now For Sale at This Eye-Watering Price
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Virgil Was Here: The Late Designer’s Final Collection Took Flight in Miami
Abloh's last runway presentation for Louis Vuitton was equally a celebration of the designer's life—designed by the man himself.
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The 2021 British Fashion Awards Were an Unexpected Bright Spot in a Moment of Mourning
As the fashion world mourns the loss of Virgil Abloh, the BFAs honored the late designer's creativity.
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Once Again, a Black Woman Has Been Crowned Miss USA
Kentucky journalist Elle Smith will be the third consecutive Black American queen to compete for Miss Universe—only 6 months after her first pageant.
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Deck the Halls of Ivy (Park): Beyoncé’s Back With a Family-Focused Ivy Park Holiday Collection
The megastar's new campaign 'Halls of Ivy' features James Harden, Jalen Green, Natalia Bryant, Blue Ivy and more...including a rare appearance by Rumi Carter.
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The Message From the 2021 Soul Train Awards Red Carpet? Always Bet on Black
The evening spotlighting the music industry's brightest—and Blackest—stars echoed that ethos on the step-and-repeat.
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Virgil Abloh, Luxury Streetwear King and Artistic Director of Louis Vuitton Menswear, Dies at 41
The designer privately battled a rare cancer for two years.
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Cyber Weekend Has Officially Started! Here’s Where We’re Shopping
The Root's annual list of Black-owned Black Friday through Cyber Monday sales is back—with fresh cuts!
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Sephora’s Holiday Sets Are Back and Blacker; Here’s What We’re Gifting
The retailer's commitment to the Fifteen Percent Pledge has extended to its gift offerings this holiday season, with Black-owned beauty sets in the mix.
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The 15 Percent Pledge Blessed Us With a Black-Owned Holiday Gift Guide; Here Are 15 We’d Love to Give (and Get)
The nonprofit started by Aurora James has been a game-changer for Black-owned brands and major retailers alike—its wish list urges us to shop 15 percent, too.
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The Big Reveal: AMAs Fashion Was Wild, Wacky and…What Was Up With Cardi’s Mask?
Host and winner Cardi B had an impressive series of outrageous outfits—including a custom mask and finger-inspired chandelier earrings by Schiaparelli.