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Color by Cynde Watson

In balancing the demands of my career with those of motherhood, I didn’t have time for a complex makeup routine.

Fashion: Under Construction: DIY Style

One of my favorite fashion projects is reconstruction thrift finds, unworn clothes, and t-shirts into customized creations

CLUTCH Her Style: Dede Sutton

Editor-in-Chief of CLUTCH Magazine DeDe Sutton and her crew are serving up some fabulous and stylish inspiration.

Designers We Love: Lafayette148

Since Africa, my sense of color has not been the same after seeing how Mother Nature made grass such a lush green and the sky a sensual blue.

Artistic Aya

I'm part MAD scientist. Part designer. ALL artist. Life for me is one BIG experiment.

Bezem y Mai Lan: Culture Shock!

When thinking of the perfect label to kick off our week of fashion in ymib style, it was without a doubt Fashion Design duo Bezem y Mailan.

Sun Dresses We Love!

Warm weather is aboard and we have shopped around for you for some of the cutest, comfortable, and chic sun dresses on the web. Dress Sunny!

Mothers Day: Gift Guide

The way that I have always loved to celebrate my mother is by giving her a handmade gift!

Channa Masala: Recipe!

I was excited to make the Channa Masala recipe, & I am even more stoked to share this recipe she has for homemade Naan!

The Peace of Order

As mothers, wives, and women, lets get our homes in order and our peace will follow!

Career Directions: What Color Is Your Parachute?

Will you choose the direction that others have given you only to maintain an expected societal status?

Gotta get There: The Black Lily Film Festival

The flyest and most creative women in film and music will all be in one place, and it does not get any better than that.

Latin Reggae!

Ever since the crossover success of Bob Marley, reggae has made its way into the popular musical expressions of every region on the planet.

SoulGoddess: Marissa Arterberry

Within my artwork, I express the Black woman's many dimensions, the joy, the love, and the sadness

How to Raise a Reader

You want to raise a reader. That much you know. But how? That's the $20,000 question.

Spring Flavor: Fashion & Beauty

Spring is peeking around the corner.Here are some of my favorite spring picks!

Day by Day Beautiful: Somi

We talk with Jazz singer Somi about carrying the traditions of her culture, her beauty.

When You're Afraid To Heal

A quick walk through the top 5 reasons why we keep ourselves from learning, growing, and healing.

Sister Moon: Moon Cycles of Life

Here I will go over several things that will increase your ability to live in tune with the rhythms of nature.

Independent Woman: Do You Know What That Mean?

Independent: Do You Know What That Mean?

An open discussion on Independent Women and what it means to be independent.

Mantsho Style: Palesa Mokubung

Fashion Designer Palesa Mokubung is hitting the runways with fresh designs that scream of the chicness of African style.

Welcome Home Sis: Essentials for Your Overnight Guests

Here are a few unique and essential tips that you should include in your guest room or space and that are especially

Easy Fitness for Busy Moms

Being a busy mom requires a large amount of energy so it is important to get your proper intake of exercise

Yin & Yang: Color In The Home: Feng Shui

Feng Shui reminds us that everything is connected, and that our physical surroundings have a significant impact on our mind, body, and spirit.

Akua Auset: Superwomen and Goddesses: The Magic We Carry

Celebrity Make-up Artist & Author Akua Auset, talks with us about the magic we carry within our womanhood

Sew Inspirational!

ymib is filled with so many crafty and creative ladies, so I thought it was quite proper to share a bit of sewing inspiration

TY Beautiful: TY Bello!

T.Y Bello has won our hearts as a true ymib inspirational beauty. Not only can she sing like a bird,

Fashion Favorite: Deola Sagoe

The African fashion designer who is ‘’best placed to interpret our cultural diversity and artistry, our earthiness and mystery, our colors

Growing Kids: Gardening with Kids

The learning possibilities alone are enough to motivate both you and your child to grow beautiful flowers, plants, and home grown veggies

Network News: Inspiration You Can Count On

I hope this week has been a productive, creative, and inspirational one! We have some great updates for you all to check out from the Inspiration Network.

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