Retired university associate dean, Dr. Nina Cash, is breaking barriers and stereotypes by becoming this year's oldest winning model at 57 years old. Dr. Cash also happens to be Filipino, diabetic, and a pillar in her Long Beach community for her philanthropic work.

There is now officially a museum on the moon, and Raine’s founder and editor-in-chief Nova Lorraine was one of the selected artists whose work was included.

The concept for Vontélle was born out of a need of both founders Tracy Vontélle Green and Nancey Harris. They wanted vibrant patterns, better fitting glasses, and to purchase from a Black-owned brand. When they did not find what they wanted, they created it.

At Muldooneys, they are not merely a luxury brand; theirs is a sanctuary for those who dare to dream, seek sentimentality, and celebrate the extraordinary in life.

John Ashford is a shoe designer, visual artist, illustrator, photographer, stylist, author, and teacher. After graduating from Virginia Commonwealth University with a major in Commercial Art, Ashford traveled to many cities in the United States and around the world.

His shoes have been in numerous high fashion magazines. Additionally, he has made shoes for celebrities such as Wendy Williams, Alicia Keys, Ashanti, Paris Hilton, and many, more.