As African-American male students at Nashville’s Vanderbilt University, the eventual founders of dN|Be Apparel were dismayed at the lack of positive options in the streetwear market. Frustrated by T-shirts adorned with snowmen and marijuana leaf images that glorified drug use and dealing in the young black community, these four did something about it.

There are many big names in fashion and design: Halston, Chanel, Laurent, Gucci, Kani, Karon, Burrows and Dereon come to mind. But the emergence of Claratoli by Celestial Hall, a junior Fashion Merchandising and Marketing student at Prairie View A&M University.

Join us at Macy’s Throughout the Month of February as we Celebrate Black History Month. Macy’s is hosting a series panel discussion across the country lead by Sheila P. Coates, brand’!

This February, in celebration of the remarkable contributions made by African-Americans, Macy’s commemorates Black History Month with special events that celebrate you. In honor of African-Americans past and present who have made an impact in their communities

It could be described as jewelry for your arm AND your handbag, but it is much more practical than that. The Clipa is a sleek, circular handbag hanger that clips effortlessly to any handbag strap. It can be used with single and double-strap bags and is so elegant it can even be worn as a bracelet or bangle. Clipa protects and extends the life of the handbag by preventing germs, water, dirt, and more from coming into contact with the bottom of the bag. The 3-inch diameter, bracelet-like Clipa has non-slip clip pads on each end, making it perfect for hanging almost any bag.

This February, in celebration of the remarkable contributions made by African-Americans, Macy’s commemorates Black History Month with special events that celebrate you. In honor of African-Americans past and present who have made an impact in their communities and have inspired others to be their best selves, Macy’s “Celebrates You” events will help individuals to discover their own “brand” – their unique voice, style and personality that will empower them to advance and achieve success, like the trailblazers before them.

Timeless, modern and clean, Banana Republic’s Classic fragrance has epitomized the brand’s effortless elegance since 1995. Now Banana Republic introduces a new way to experience a classic: The Classic Candle.

Since Caboodles founded the cosmetic organization category in 1987, they have been a trusted name to young girls and women everywhere. Now, twenty-two years later, the Caboodles brand will premiere their fresh, new look and website this holiday season.

A new report released today from AARP finds that for many African American women, not being able to manage their hair style is a key barrier to exercise. The report suggests that brisk walking for 10 minutes at a time.

The ultimate stocking stuffer of three adorable fragrance pencils with pencil sharpener stored in a mini, silver cosmetic bag. Retails for $30.00. Available at Clinique counters nationwide and at www.Clinique.com

A Houston area event planner has come up with an inspiring and giving way to cope with a devastating loss. Project Dream Wedding was initiated by the event coordinating company Stylish O Events. The heart of the project is twofold: first – to send a positive community message of hope; and second – to give a reason to celebrate to a family in need of a smile.

For the seventh year ladies from across the state of Texas will take their place on center stage in hopes of winning one of two titles offered at the Miss Black Texas USA Double Pageant on Sunday, November 22, 2009, at 3:00 p.m.