Month: July 2022

“A Minor Victory.” Abortion Care Resumes In Four U.S. States — For Now

“A Minor Victory.” Abortion Care Resumes In Four U.S. States — For Now

The article is being updated as more news about temporary injunctions and restraining orders impacting abortion access comes out. It was originally published on June 28. Chaos and clinic-closing ensued after the Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade, which protected a person’s right to choose abortion, last Friday. The decision […]

Tyler Says See Ya Later, Alligators

During my senior year of college, when I was a fashion-obsessed, part-time substitute teacher living in Gainesville, Florida, I discovered an up-and-coming site called Fashionista. I’m talking the O.G. Fashionista: A one-woman show run by Faran Krentcil which published blind items and … Continue reading

How I Shop: Bolu Babalola

We all buy clothes, but no two people shop the same. It can be a social experience, and a deeply personal one; at times, it can be impulsive and entertaining, at others, purpose-driven, a chore. Where do you shop? When do you shop? How do you decide what you need, […]

How It Started & How It’s Going: 3 Black Entrepreneurs Share Their Journey

How It Started & How It’s Going: 3 Black Entrepreneurs Share Their Journey

Black women and entrepreneurship go hand in hand (despite what some may picture when imagining an entrepreneur). From haircare to beauty, fashion and so much more, Black women in the UK have been making waves and right now the demand for Black business couldn’t be higher. Recent data shows that eBay […]

I’m A Butch Woman & Feel Unsafe In Women’s Toilets Because Of Transphobes

Don’t Use Me is a series of articles and social media posts which has a simple message: there is no excuse for transphobia.  My entire life, it has been made very clear to me that I am doing ‘woman’ wrong. As a dark-skinned Black, fat, masculine-presenting dyke with a shaved head […]

9 Women Share Their Best No-Nonsense Cocktail Recipes For Drinking In The Park

9 Women Share Their Best No-Nonsense Cocktail Recipes For Drinking In The Park

It’s safe to say that we’ve all experienced cocktail ordering regret. Asking a bartender for six passionfruit martinis might seem like a good idea in theory, but when it comes to waiting for your drinks, it’s another story entirely. Combining precision pouring, a multitude of ingredients and a laborious garnishing […]