Galacta Magazine

Black women loving each other loudly isn’t extra, it’s survival, joy, and history. Sisterhood is the root system that keeps us standing. Read more at galactamag.com ⭐️

A look into the archives from Beyoncé’s ‘4’ era. The burgundy fur and bleached brow look was shot by Ellen von Unwerth in 2011 and was left unused, but we’re obsessed!

Five songs that never fail to put us in a good mood, no matter what kind of day we’re having. What’s the one song you always put on when you need cheering up?

Happy Birthday Dess Dior! From her music and style to her strong faith in God, there’s so much to admire. Wishing our girl continued success, blessings and everything she’s been praying for 🤍🎂

Missing when everything felt a little more exciting, the future seemed full of possibilities and we were all convinced things would just work themselves out. Bring back a little of that millennial optimism.

The Many Worlds of Daniel 🌍 From fashion campaigns and London Fashion Week to chasing the Northern Lights in Iceland, Daniel gives us a glimpse into his world, one photo at a time. See the full camera roll on Instagram @galactamagazine 🤍

Happy Birthday Nia Long! A timeless beauty and incredible actress whose iconic roles, style and grace continue to inspire. Forever that girl. Wishing her a year filled with love, happiness and endless blessings 🤍🎂

From Sheneneh to Flo-Jo, Black women made nails a form of self-expression. Now, from A$AP Rocky to Lil Yachty, men are embracing nail art too. A culture that started with us has gone global. Read more at galactamag.com ⭐️

What’s happening in fashion right now Lil Yachty and Nike Tech link up, A Day Without Angst gives us an airbrushed jacket, and Onitsuka Tiger brings us heels we can’t stop looking at. New Yeezy x Mowalola colourways are on the way, while Drake celebrates in Chrome Hearts.

Javits Frimpong was just 15. He should have made it to school. He should have made it home. Black children deserve safety, tenderness and the chance to grow up. Our hearts are with his family and everyone who loved him. Rest in peace, Javits 🤍

From makeup experiments to a career in beauty, Kiersten Harvey (@skreembeauty) has carved her own lane through creativity. “The art gets you in the door, but the business side is what keeps the lights on.” Read more at GALACTAMAG.COM or Substack @galactamelanin.

Happy Birthday Tracee Ellis Ross! From her incredible style and talent to the way she unapologetically embraces who she is, she continues to inspire us all. A true role model. Wishing her a beautiful year filled with love, joy and everything her heart desires 🤍🎂

Drake’s stylist, Juliet, shared a closer look at his 40th birthday wardrobe. From leopard print and leather to sharp tailoring, there were plenty of standout moments. Which look is your favourite? 👀🤎

We’ve never had more fashion inspiration, yet we’ve never looked more alike. We’ve outsourced our taste to the algorithm. Maybe finding your style starts with looking away from the screen and back at yourself. Read more at galactamag.com ⭐️

Apple, the wired earphone comeback is your sign to give us more colours. Pink earphones, red earphones, blue earphones. Let us accessorise!

Happy Birthday Frank Ocean! Your music was such a big part of our childhood and growing up, giving us songs that hold memories we’ll carry forever. Wherever you are in the world, we hope you’re happy, at peace and surrounded by love. You’ll always mean so much to us 🤍

What happens when you become someone you no longer recognise? Growth can feel uncomfortable when it challenges everything you thought you knew about yourself. Maybe the answer isn’t rejection, but giving yourself the grace to begin again. Read more at galactamag.com ⭐️

Happy Birthday Mariah the Scientist! From her beautiful voice and fire wardrobe to the sweet spirit she shares with the world, there’s so much to love about her. Here’s to more iconic looks, beautiful music and all the love she deserves 🤍🎂

This week, we’re picking our favourite songs from some of our favourite albums, When I Get Home by Solange, Channel Orange by Frank Ocean and black british music by Jim Legxacy. What album could you listen to from start to finish without skipping a track?

Jenna’s Rules for Creating Without Limits. From designing for SZA, Cardi B and A$AP Rocky to pushing the boundaries of latex, Jenna (@jennax1000) talks creative freedom, collaboration and trusting her instincts Full interview: GALACTAMAG.COM or Substack @galactamelanin