She’s not just talking the talk – Simphiwe is known for rocking Afro-centric hairstyles. From cowrie shell crowns that shine like stars to the show-stopping updos that defy gravity, her hair game is ...

From retro-inspired hair to punk braids, it’s time for a hair refresh.

From flowy outfits to bold accessories, learn how to express your personality while enjoying the vibrant atmosphere of Africa ...

Honorable Cecilia Taylor created history as the first black woman mayor of Menlo Park City in 2020. She has courageously ...

“[I] knew it wasn’t a coincidence,” she added. Whether by chance or fate, it was Lafalaise’s mastery of cowrie shells, and Afro-futurism stitched into each of her works. The ancestral ties ...

Our special video series looks at some of the more unique shells at the Bailey-Matthews National Shell Museum on Sanibel, ...

The Cowrie shell, part of the Cypraeidae family, is found in Western Australia and is known for its glossy exterior and spotted pattern. This particular shell is extremely rare, with only a ...