Kamaria Jade

1 month ago | grownmag.com | Kamaria Jade

We’ve met (or tried to meet) potential partners everywhere—parties, speed dating, conferences, Homecoming, maybe even aisle 9 at Trader Joe’s. And yet, for many Black singles, the dating pool feels like a dried-up baby pool: shallow, crowded, and suspiciously murky. The apps are exhausting. Parties and curated experiences can be performative. And let’s be real—how many Hinge voice prompts do we have to listen to before we lose hope? But lately, a new wave of connection has hit the pavement—literally.

1 month ago | grownmag.com | Kamaria Jade

In a world that often feels like it’s closing in, Black women are seeking new ways to breathe. More of us are doing it through hobbies—activities that may have once seemed niche, childish, or even frivolous. From building LEGO sets and growing herbs on the windowsill to candle-making and roller skating, we’re turning to joy, creativity, and community as radical forms of self-preservation. This isn’t about trend-chasing. It’s about survival.

1 month ago | grownmag.com | Kamaria Jade

Last week, a 12-foot bronze statue of a Black woman popped up in the middle of Times Square, and let’s just say — the internet had thoughts. Titled Grounded in the Stars and created by British sculptor Thomas J Price, the statue shows a young Black woman in everyday clothes, looking unbothered and unapologetically herself. No superhero pose. No fancy dress. Just a regular Black woman, standing tall in one of the busiest places on Earth. And honestly?

Jan 31, 2024 | grownmag.com | Kamaria Jade

When you say the name Grace Jones, countless iconic images of the fearless, genre-bending, artist come to mind. From her distinctive looks to her jaw-dropping live performances to her rightful feature on Beyoncé’s “MOVE”, Grace has remained a standard for what it means to leave a mark on Black culture. As a pioneer in many forms of self-expression, her boldness continues to inspire new generations of artists, such as multi-talented artists Ni’jai and Marla Lou.

Jan 31, 2024 | grownmag.com | Kamaria Jade

When you say the name Grace Jones, countless iconic images of the fearless, genre-bending, artist come to mind. From her distinctive looks to her jaw-dropping live performances to her rightful feature on Beyoncé’s “MOVE”, Grace has remained a standard for what it means to leave a mark on Black culture. As a pioneer in many forms of self-expression, her boldness continues to inspire new generations of artists, such as multi-talented artists Ni’jai and Marla Lou.