Natasha is a writer whose work primarily focuses on beauty, fashion, lifestyle, pop culture, and Black womanhood.
She loves reaching millennials and Gen Z with her voice. Her platform, Makings of Manja, is geared toward unpacking the work of creatives across the African Diaspora.
Keep up with her latest work via Travel Noire and AMAKA.
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LYS Beauty's New Blush Sticks Come In 7 Dark Skin Friendly Shades via AMAKA
See me See me swatch and apply the shade “Focused”
Will "Neo-Influencers" Fix The Internet's Authenticity Problem? via AMAKA
TikToker Natasha Huggins is mobilizing a wave of "neo-influencers."
I Tried Uche Natori's Viral Makeup Routine -- Here's What I Learned... via AMAKA
I'm a beauty writer -- of course I tried Uche Natori's viral makeup routine and compared it to my own…
These Black Beauties Slayed The Iconic Pat McGrath X Maison Margiela Runway Makeup Look via AMAKA
McGrath's artistry has inspired makeup lovers all over the internet.
Social Media Wants African Designer Sarah Diouf Credited For Balmain’s New Golden Accessory via Madame Noire
Balmain is under fire for alleged creative theft following their Fall 2024 Mens Paris Fashion Week show
Exclusive: Patti LaBelle Talks Being An ‘Old Spice Queen,’ Her Beauty Regime, And Going Back On Tour via Madame Noire
The queen has spoken, enough said.
These Black-Owned Plant Companies Will Keep Your Apartment Looking And Feeling Vibrant via Coveteur
Plant people are happy people… it’s that simple
Has NYC Tipping Culture Gotten Out Of Hand? via Madame Noire
The obligations surrounding New York City’s tipping culture are up for debate…
Frontier’s New Summer Pass Treats Wanderlust With Travel via Madame Noire
Frontier’s new GoWild! Summer Pass makes vacationing more accessible for many flyers this upcoming travel season.
This Food And Wine Festival Is The Ultimate Vacation To Take This Year via Madame Noire
Whether you want to make it a family trip, girlfriend’s getaway, baecation, or a solo trip
Young Black Women Being ‘Hair Depressed’ Is A Sinister Reality via Madame Noire
The wave of online conversations about hair depression could be linked to its potential cause — hair discrimination
A Recently Retired Law Roach Styles Megan Thee Stallion In Vintage Paco Rabanne via Madame Noire
Law dressed Megan in vintage Paco Rabanne that channeled an effortless ’70s-inspired slay
Interview with Kobby Klein of Tsutsublema via Makings of Manja
Klein talks fashion styling in Accra, Ghana and reworking thrifted fashion.
Bozoma ‘Boz’ Saint John’s Colorful Style Reminds Us To Remain Joyful Through Life’s Grief via Madame Noire
Bozoma “Boz” Saint John is a kickass boss whose fashion sense slays — period.