Melani Robinson, 03/02/12

Writer, mother, dog-lover, widow, yoga-doer, recent New Yorker

The tone of his texts changed. He said it wasn't the same without me -- we had several exchanges -- we were flirting. At least I thought we were, but could a 28-year-old man be attracted to a 50-year-old woman?

Emelia Symington Fedy, 03/01/12

Theatre creator, yogi and storyteller

Why am I doing this? Because everyone else is doing it. Because I've been told that "keeping it real" is considered grotesque. Because when my hippy, pregnant friend walked naked into the living room and I saw her huge bush enter the room before I saw her belly, I thought, "How could her partner navigate through all that?"

James Sanders, 03/02/12

Fashion Editor, Writer on Style and Culture

As of late it's been a trend of sorts for some publications and blogs to write about black style as if it's a new trend to be satirically sketched and critiqued. As an African-American fashion writer -- I'm over it.

Mary Kincaid, 03/02/12

Founder and Chief Vintage Crusader of Zuburbia.com

Be sure to check out the hip WWII uniform cap, the fabulous 1970s silk jacket, the mod Aaron Rubinstein Sterling Silver Necklace and the collectible Robert Redford magazine clutch. Which item is your favorite?

Zandile Blay, 03/02/12

Style & Culture Columnist

Since debuting in July of last year, it's attracted a cult following of fashionistas who want luxe vintage finds without trolling bins, scouring stores or bouncing between estate sales.

Oscar Raymundo, 03/02/12

Magnet Book Club

For every teen, prom season brings up a flurry of first-time emotions. Will that dreamy boy ask me out? For gay teens, those emotions are magnified by the fact that we know deep down that dreamy boy will never ask us.

Josh Tetrick, 03/02/12

Founder of Beyond Eggs, a sustainable food company

Intermix knows it is placing greed and profits above ethics, compassion, and human decency. Will it keep its head down, blinders on, and continue killing up to 100 animals for one single item of clothing?

Amy Tara Koch, 03/01/12

Style expert, author, journalist, and all-around fashion aficionado

A groovy, eclectic blend of sporty modern and vintage is what catapulted Kate Moss into the realm of fashion icon. First stop? Mom's closet.

Tanja M. Laden, 03/01/12

Pop culture writer and editor

In Los Angeles, the Museum of Contemporary Art presents a free exhibition that showcases some of the best images from Peggy Moffitt. But you don't have to live in L.A. to see the pictures -- we've got a few right here.

Jared Lowe, 03/02/12

Fashion and Lifestyle Writer

If the tagline from your upcoming documentary suggests you are the "Coolest Man on Earth," you must live up to it right? Those are lofty shoes to fill. Surely, expert tailor and menswear designer Ozwald Boateng has.

Beverly Johnson, 02/29/12

Supermodel and Businesswoman

A lot of times making history, especially for African Americans, includes breaking barriers. I never set out to make history by becoming the first African American on the cover of Vogue, but I knew as a young black model there were going to be a lot of barriers I'd have to break.

Megan Rosker, 03/01/12

Writer for the Good Men Project and Let Children Play

I admire a woman, like Natalie Portman, who can so bravely stand equal to her clothes. We need more examples like hers in fashion because too often women fall into the trap of thinking fashion is meant to enhance what we don't feel confident about.

Lisa Mirza Grotts, 02/28/12

Etiquette Expert, Author

Online dating is not a game. You will be dealing with real people with real feelings. Here are some of the rules you should follow to protect yourself and others.

World Vision, 02/28/12

World Vision

Jody Melto, 02/29/12

Mandarin Chinese translator, interpreter and teacher

Jessalyn Medairy's pole-dancing class is part workout and part erotic performance. Sexuality is integral to the class. So is a close shave.

E. Nina Rothe, 02/29/12

Global Culture Explorer

No name says Indian fashion quite like Manish Malhotra. In person, Malhotra's talent is only equaled by his charm. Although he's a legend, thus betraying his long standing in the industry, he is agelessly fresh and utterly cute.

Adrienne Vendetti, 02/29/12

Co-Founder of How to be a Redhead and a Redhead Beauty Expert

I am here to share with you how you can overcome skin issues with a simple redhead skin routine; we redheads are busy, fiery, successful women, so we need a skin regimen that will adhere to our lifestyles.