This February, many of you wonderful ladies in our community based in the US will be marking Black History Month - a time to honour the resilience, brilliance, and contributions of Black individuals who have shaped history and continue to influence our world today.
But celebrating black history isn’t just about looking back; it’s about recognising the ongoing struggles against racism and inequality. True celebration means uplifting voices, advocating for change, and ensuring that black excellence isn’t just acknowledged for a month, but woven into the fabric of our collective future. At no point in our recent history has this been more important than today. With diversity, equity and inclusion policies being assaulted, we wanted to share the importance of continuing to push the values of fairness and equality forward, on a social level, even if they’re under assault politically.
That’s also why today, we’re spotlighting one of our favourite ladies,Juanita Ingram. For those of you who don’t know her, Juanita is a lawyer, entrepreneur, and the Founder of Dress for Success Greater London; she is also the first ever black woman to win the title of Mrs Universe. Juanita has dedicated her career to helping women gain economic independence, providing them with the tools, confidence, and support they need to thrive. But she hasn’t just made an impact - she’s made history. In her role as Mrs. Universe, she shattered barriers that have long defined who gets to be seen, celebrated, and uplifted.
Through Dress for Success, Juanita is actively shifting narratives around professionalism, identity, and self-expression. A key part of this work is empowering women to embrace their full selves - including their natural hair. For many black women, navigating workplace beauty standards means confronting biases that label natural textures and protective styles as unprofessional. Juanita’s leadership challenges these outdated norms, creating space for women to bring their authentic selves into their careers.
One of our customers once responded to our emails with a remark saying they really gave us the shortest month of the year to mark this month. And honestly? She’s not wrong. But here’s the thing: Black history doesn’t run on a 28-day cycle. It’s lived, built, and celebrated every single day - whether the calendar acknowledges it or not.
Sending love to all you wonderful ladies in our community. Happy listening! 💚💚💚
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