Hey Beautiful Souls,
Ho, ho, ho! Holiday cheers from ECT’s festive hub! We hope you enjoy our weekly recaps and that this season brings you peace, joy, and a happy Christmas (or whatever you celebrate).
Thank you for being part of the ECT community throughout 2023. We hope you’ve found value and continue discovering inspiration through our posts and emails. Despite the hurdles, here’s to all your dreams doing the tango and salsa to reality in 2024!
Guess what? We’ve been busy elves crafting a treasure trove of awesome for the new year. Picture this: more beauty tips than you can shake a glitter wand at, lifestyle hacks that’ll make you the MVP of your crew, travel adventures that’ll have you saying “WOW,” wellness wisdom to keep you feeling like a unicorn, and, of course, celebrating the pure magic that is Black Girl power. Get ready for a sprinkle of ECT Magic in 2024!
In the meantime, sip your cocoa and rock that festive sweater, but also make sure to catch up on the juicy goodness in our latest articles below. It’s like unwrapping presents, but better!
Sending you merry vibes and wishing your festive break to be as litty as the star that led the wisemen to Bethlehem, and may your New Year be so prosperous that even leprechauns are taking notes! ?✨
26 Ways To Romanticize Your Life This Winter As A Black Girl
Navigating the seasonal shift can be a real rollercoaster. One moment, you’re basking in Bahamas bliss, slaying at Brown Skin Brunchin parties, and bringing the party vibes to your uncle’s BBQ. Then, BAM! Like a winter whirlwind, seasonal affective disorder (SAD) sneaks in – that gloomy feeling tied to the temperature drop.
‘Married To Medicine’ Star Dr. Jackie Issues an Apology Following Comments Made Claiming Black Women ‘Cry Wolf’ During Pregnancy
“Married to Medicine” star Dr. Jackie Walters has issued an apology to everyone she hurt following the backlash she received after making controversial comments she made in a resurfaced clip.
Earlier this week a clip was taken from a YouTube Live Stream in 2020 by Dr. Jackie along with castmate Dr. Heavenly Kimes for a Q&A session on women’s health.
According to Page Six, Dr Jackie called Black women dramatic.
TD Jakes Team Shut Down Rumors That He Is Linked To “Diddy Sex Parties”
T.D. Jakes and his team are not taking what they call “nasty rumors” about Bishop TD Jakes lightly.
This week Bishop trended because of an unconfirmed rumor that he attends Diddy”s alleged sex parties.
Jonathan Majors Fired By Disney/Marvel Studios After Assault Guilty Verdicts
According to DEADLINE Jonathan Majors is out of the Marvel Studios kingdom.
The news comes today in the wake of the Emmy-nominated actor being found guilty of reckless assault and harassment in his domestic violence trial by a six-person NYC jury.
Christian Keyes Says His Childhood Trauma Made It Difficult To Speak Up About Being Sexually Harassed
Everybody is talking about it! Who are the people involved in the Christian Keyes claim of sexual harassment?
Christian took to his Instagram a few weeks ago claiming that a very powerful billionaire in Hollywood sexually harassed him, even grabbing him by the genitals.
Mariah Carey Splits With Bryan Tanaka After 7 Years Because “He Wants To Have A Family”
Mariah Carey and Bryan Tanaka have officially broken up after seven years because Tanaka wants children while Carey doesn’t.
According to Page Six, the 14-year age gap between 40-year-old Tanaka and 54-year-old Carey was a major factor in their split.
The 5 Best Black Girl Foundation And Concealer Combos, According To Your Favorite Beauty Influencers
Are you a makeup newbie and are looking to achieve that flawless no-makeup makeup look or the trendy radiant glazed honey vibe?
We’ve got the scoop from your favorite beauty influencers on the best foundation and concealer combos tailored for Black/Brown girlies.
These 8 Black Women-Owned Boutique Stores Should Be On Your Radar
Black women-owned boutique stores come from women who challenge systemic barriers to earn a living doing what they love.
Thanks to their passion and relentless drive, these Black women-owned boutique stores have quality offerings worth your support.
Till next year, folks!
With Love,
ECT ❤️
