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Macy's Honors Black Brilliance: Business Wire Press

Macy's Honors Black Brilliance: Business Wire Press

In an effort to facilitate diversity, Macy’s has shone the spotlight on seven exceptional black-owned businesses across all avenues of retail as part of their Black History. Black Brilliance campaign. The brands praised by Macy’s represent entities that are committed to creating a culture of inc...
Celebs Caught in the Nude

Celebs Caught in the Nude

Nude Barre has graced athletes, performers, and tea spillers alike. With an inclusive 12 shade range and bodywear that provides both comfort and coverage, it’s no wonder why Nude Barre is a favorite amongst celebs. Take a look at the VIPS caught in the Nude (Barre) and how they rock their true h...
Redefining Nude in the Fashion Space: Travel + Leisure Press

Redefining Nude in the Fashion Space: Travel + Leisure Press

A March, Travel + Leisure article recalls how Merriam Webster defined the word nude as “having the color of a white person’s skin,” until 2015. Writer Rosemary Akpan addresses this disservice and chronicles the complex relationship women of darker skin tones have with current societal imagination...
PureWow Press: Nude Barre Is a Black Owned Brand to Shop Now

PureWow Press: Nude Barre Is a Black Owned Brand to Shop Now

  In honor of Black History Month, lifestyle content powerhouse PureWow chronicled thirty-six black-owned beauty and fashion businesses to support year-round. Listed among top rated brands such as Fenty Beauty, Juvia's Place, and Telfar; Nude Barre snagged must-have status because of its inclusiv...
Color Education: Deep Shades

Color Education: Deep Shades

Gone are the days of only having one “cocoa” option from all the deep hues to pick from!  With more options comes more confusion but don't stress--we are here to help you.  Do you have deeply melanated skin? Do you have trouble finding shades that best match your skin tone and undertones?...
Color Education: Medium Shades

Color Education: Medium Shades

Shoutout to our late rising / midday lunchtime crew representing our 11 AM, 12 PM, 1 PM, and 2 PM shades. The most eclectic of the bunch, our medium shades group appeals to a wide range of hu(e)mans 1 PM Made for hues with a very light brown shade, 1 PM represents humans in our medium shad...