While reading and thinking about the "feminist debate" about Beyonce, Shannon recalls a memory that puts everything into a fresh, personal, feminist perspective.
Read MoreIn part three of Hennessy's Worldwide Wild Rabbit Chase series featuring Nas, our favorite Queen's representative takes off to one of our favorite cities, São Paulo, Brasil.
Read MoreThe star of the American Ballet Theatre, friends with his purpleness, anti-Trinidad James ... what's not to love about this black girl icon?
Read MoreBecause every great trip should have a soundtrack, check out this week's Music 2 Fly To playlist, curated by fellow smart girl and globetrotter, Ariana Proehl.
Read MoreLooking for that Valentine's Day playlist to make your night memorable? Take it from us, these artists should be avoided at all costs.
Read MoreTake a second today to remember the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King as we celebrate what would've been his 84th birthday.
Read MoreStill on the fence about seeing Django Unchained? Shannon breaks some pre-conceived notions down for you that will help you enjoy it as much as she did.
Read MoreIn Paris, the 'Precious Hair' exhibit at the Musée du quai Branly shows where those two-strand twists really originated.
Read MoreSinger Alanis Morissette thinks that one of the key solutions to America's problems is embracing the feminine. Is America really ready to examine its softer side?
Read MoreSo you're unhappy with that Zoe Saldana was cast to play Nina Simone? Do something about it.
Read MoreWho needs a quiet ride when there's the Reggae Bus? Catch one while you're in Barbados during Parlour's Eat Play Love travel deal!
Read MoreIt's been over ten years, but if you ever wondered what happened with Harper and the rest of the crew, it looks like we'll all find out next year when the sequel to The Best Man hits theaters.
Read MoreWhat's club-worthy in Barbados? Parlour travel expert Shannon Washington gives you the Bajan party breakdown.
Read MoreIt's the weekend! And in Rihanna's hometown of Barbados, that means hitting up Oistins Fish Fry. My mouth is watering already ...
Read MoreThis week's Travel Seven takes you throughout India, the Philippines, and Africa thanks to Christian Borges. Other than being a genuinely awesome guy, his passport has tons of stories of it's own.
Read MoreParlour's Eat, Play, Love Barbados is finally here! Ready to explore the island Parlour style? Let's go!
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