Fashion Fair is a luxury brand created solely for all Black women around the world. This brand is one of a kind because you will not find many such brands in the market. Now, this prestige beauty brand is going to re-launch, after being out of operations for some years. How exciting is that! The brand will sell again from this September with a retail partnership with Sephora, under the majority ownership of Desirée Rogers and Cheryl Mayberry McKissack. Who has not heard of them! Let’s learn a little more about the history of this brand. Read on.

Legacy of the Brand

First introduced in the 1970s, Fashion Fair was a premium beauty product brand catering precisely to the Black women demographic. Their channel of departmental stores in the United States had garnered much popularity by their re-imagination of Black beauty, which gradually was spread across the globe. This seems understandable considering a brand meant only for Black women was launched in a time like the ‘70s. So, it may come as no surprise that the brand still retains a major cult following. But due to some unavoidable circumstances, it had stopped operations in recent years. However, it seems like they are now back in the game.

The Classic Comeback

Fashion Fair is all set for a classic comeback this fall, with its Sephora re-launch scheduled for September 1. The label is being revived under the ownership of the ex-executive duo of Johnson Publishing Cheryl Mayberry McKissack and Desirée Rogers. Johnson Publishing originally owned the brand. Rogers and McKissack also own another label ‘Black Opal’ together, which just launched ‘Ulta Beauty’. Now, the duo is bringing back the cult cosmetic brand Fashion Fair with new packaging and formulas for those with darker skin tones. However, its original focal theme of modern and innovative makeup is still intact.

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What’s a Buddymoon?

A buddymoon is like a honeymoon, but instead of going somewhere with just your significant other after the wedding, you go with them plus a few close friends. There is still time for alone time since no one says how you have to spend the trip, but it’s nice to also be able to do some things with your friends by your side. Here are some popular destinations for buddymoons.

1. The Surf Club, Miami, Florida

In northern Miami, you’ll find some quieter beaches and also a refined selection of restaurants and shops. You can rent a cabana for you, your partner, and some friends where you’ll have access to a pool, couches, AC, and more.

2. Hotel Esencia, Mexico

This hotel in the Mayan Riviera is located on a 50-acre estate. It was constructed to be a private hideaway for Italian royals, but now it consists of secluded grounds that are in close proximity to the beach. You can rent out a private villa for you and your crew so that you can spend days exploring the Mayan ruins of Chichen Itza or Tulum. There’s also the opportunity to go diving, snorkeling, and relax on the beach as you sip margaritas.

3. The Retreat at Blue Lagoon, Reykjavík, Iceland

Just outside of Reykjavík, there is a majestic retreat that is located right on the side of an 800-year-old lava field and it’s completely decked out with minimalistic and chic decor. Your crew can spend days relaxing in Blue Lagoon’s waters, having custom massages, and beauty treatments.