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FEELS LIKE SUMMER T-SHIRT Summer is a WHOLE mood and we’ve put it on a tee! Your essence is contagious, vibrant, and can’t be duplicated. This tee is giving beautiful bronze sun-kissed vibes mixed with a sprinkle of melanin magic.
YELLOW TRANSLUCENT SUNGLASSES Block the sun and the haters out of your life! Stunt on em’ all summer long when fashion
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meets functionally. Protect your eyes from harmful UV rays with clear frames that are oh so cute!
CAREFREE BLACK GIRL TANK TOP Summer is here and you’re the lady of the hour. What will you do? Where will you go? What will you wear? Decisions, decisions, decisions. Ah, the joys of summer freedom! May the free spirit of the sun guide you to your happy place. The Summer Fun edition of the Brown Sugar Box is an invitation to sweet serenity. Inside your box, you’ll find the best products and styles to suit your
Bring on all the carefree Black girl vibes of summer. It’s giving shades and curl queen vibes all day! Be cool, cute, and carefree in this tank. Pair it with your favorite shorts and sneakers for casual vibes while you’re kicking it with your crew.
mood and music to set the scene for an unforgettable summer adventure. Hit up a beach. Get touristy and explore the city with your family. Try a new recipe. Go skating. Stop for an impromptu photo shoot. Make up the rules as you go. Your summertime exploration should be easy, and breezy. Whatever you do, savor every second. Go with the flow and be heavy on the joy!
GIRL SQUAD ENAMEL PIN 2-PIECE SET It’s giving sunflower goddess mixed with major girl squad vibes! Show off your sisterhood with enamel pins that make a statement. Cute and stylish enough to rock solo or share with a friend.
DREAM, INSPIRE, BELIEVE WALL COLLAGE KIT Fun, colorful art card prints to get creative with!
MELANIN VIBES PLASTIC MUGS (1 OF 4) Get into these plastic mugs featuring dope Black girl art. Sip your favorite cold or hot beverages in style. They’re lightweight and perfect for your favorite smoothies, iced + hot teas, and infused fruit waters. You’ll receive 1 of 4 styles: Don't Touch My Crown (White), Billionaire Girls Club, Fly Afro Puffs, or Don't Touch My Crown (Yellow).
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With 60 4” x 6” cards to choose from, you’re about to have ALL the fun! Share or trade with your girls or pin some to a corkboard in your room. Tape to the wall and create your own collage, with your parent’s permission of course!
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Elements of a Dope Summer
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ummertime is back in full effect! It’s finally time to let go and dive right into some summer fun. Whew! It feels good to even think about how this summer
is going to be one for the books. It will be a season to remember, for sure! Sun, fun, long crazy days, and laughter-filled nights are going to be on deck. Are you ready? Of course you are! Everybody wants to get the absolute most out of their summer break. To ensure that yours is straight fire, take a look at these elements of a dope summer:
BY SAEEDA RUFFIN
ESCAPE There are so many places to go and things to see. Take a vacay with your family and with your squad at least once this summer. Really get involved with the planning for the trip (your family will love it) so you can do things you REALLY want to do. Getting away, even if it’s just for a day or two, offers an awesome change of pace and an opportunity to learn about different people, places, and cultures. Whether you decide to go big with it (Did somebody say cruise?) or just stay close to home, you will be able to trek around and explore. The most important thing is to JUST GO!
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with your parent's permission of course! This summer, try some new things, new foods, new activities (whitewater rafting, glamping…you
You will likely have tons of time on your hands
get the picture), and even new fashions. You
this summer. Why not use it to do some
already know that summer is the perfect time
serious creating? Get out of your comfort zone
for hanging out. Well, switch things up and
and create in ways you haven’t tried before.
opt for “different” this time. You will be glad
One wild idea that may be a little challenging
you gave it a try!
is to search out recipes from world-renowned chefs and try making a real 5-star meal or ex-
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otic dessert, with plating and all! Other ideas
Did someone say, PARTAY? Everybody was
for getting creative include painting a mural,
stuck inside for two straight summers, so it’s
which can be done alone or with your crew,
time to let loose! Sis, you know that summer-
learning to sew or tie-dye (imagine how funky
time is party time, but also know that your
you can get with that!), or even producing a
party can be anything you want it to be. You
bunch of video skits for YouTube or some new
can have a pizza-making party, a TikTok creat-
reels for Instagram or TikTok. Whatever you
ing party, a hair and makeup party, or even an
decide, just expect to make it fantabulous!
ice cream eating party. The keys to orchestrat-
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ing a successful party are to plan to go mad crazy on the decorations, choose themes your
Summer is a great time to hit up summer
squad will enjoy also, and of course, invite the
fairs, and music and film festivals. Just find the
RIGHT people! After all that’s done, party on!
festivals that you’re interested in and go for it,
Have a dope summer!
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MICRO BRAIDS Microbraids are the lady of the hour! These tiny braids can be time-consuming but well worth the wait. Go for
BRAID STYLES YOU NEED RIGHT NEOW! BY GIRL TYLER
bohemian, shoulder-length, pigtails, wavy ends, or a bob. There is no right or wrong way to rock them!
JUMBO KNOTLESS BRAIDS If you’re looking for a style that will get you in and out of the stylist’s chair, this is the way to go.
GODDESS KNOTLESS BRAIDS It’s all in the name! A lightweight style with a goddess feel.
TRIANGLE BRAIDS It’s all about the details! Triangle patterns can take your braids from good to BOMB!
BUTTERFLY LOCS Can we say hello boho, bae!
FULANI BRAIDS This very retro, 1970s braid style is making a major comeback. Fulani braids can be achieved in a variety of ways. Throw in beads or cowrie shells for a little razzle-dazzle!
OMBRE BRAIDS A little color never hurt anybody! Walk on the wild side and spice up your color combo.
CORNROW BRAIDS Go for straight backs or try different patterns (We’re
Being a Black girl means you are a master of versatility -- especially when it comes to maintaining your crown. Your hair is a work of art.
BOX BRAIDS AND CURLS
Every beautiful strand is a proud declaration of your roots, literally.
Classy box braids meet wet and wavy. It’s very much
Braids are worn year-round, but there’s just something about a fresh
giving a split personality and we love to see it!
braided style during the summer that hits different. The girls on
CORNROW / BOX BRAID COMBO
TikTok and Instagram are always dropping new braided looks that we are eager to try out. We've rounded up a few head-turning protective styles to rule the summer. Rock them in a bun, half-up / half-down, together in a high pony, or flowing down your back.
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This is the new “business in the front, party in the back.”
SHOULDER LENGTH BOX BRAIDS A classic style that’s all about the BOB.
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WHO'S HEADLINING YOUR DREAM FESTIVAL LINEUP? BY GIRL TYLER
Welcome to the livest concert of the year! You’re the coordinator of your dream music festival. Coachella has nothing on your VIP lineup. Sixteen artists. Only eight slots. Who gets an all-access pass? Once you narrow down
DAY TRIPS YOU WON'T FORGET SAEEDA RUFFIN
a winner in each group, drop your favorite songs in the setlist box. Check out
Are you ready to roll? Young queen, there
the list below and pick which artists have GOTTA GO! Once you’ve got your
are a whole lot of places to see, things to do,
list, have a mini-concert in your room or invite some friends over and have a
and people to meet -- just waiting for you. Summer is a phenomenal season. We’ll let
concert in your backyard in true festival style!
you in on a little secret, you don’t have to go too far to find fun. Sometimes, the perfect outing is just a day trip away. Grab your
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girls, your siblings, and your parents, and hit the road! Start by being open and willing
The Set List:
to jump into a journey that you’ve never been on before, and you’re on your way to
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creating awesome summer memories. Here are some day trip ideas you won’t forget!
The Set List:
Coi Leray Bia The Set List:
GET YOUR FOODIE ON!
ADD MYSTERY TO YOUR MOVES!
Gather your favorite foodies and go on a hunt
For this day trip idea, you don’t tell the other
for the best eats out there. Start with break-
people where they are going. Give little clues
fast and enjoy all the deliciousness through-
or hints and see if they can guess. You could
out the day! Be sure to take plenty of pics.
even do a scavenger hunt leading up to the actual day.
Saweetie Latto The Set List:
Chloe x Halle Silk Sonic The Set List:
BIKE OR HIKE! Just do what you like! Every state has at least
WATERWORKS!
one park that’s operated by the National
Summer is HOT! For your day trip, instead of
Park System. Find the closest one and explore. The trails are awesome in the summer. You want to map
Muni Long Lucky Daye The Set List:
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water, and slather on lots of sunscreen.
tackling a water park.
MAKE & TAKE! There are so many places where you can have a blast while you
TAKE WEIRD & CRAZY PICS!
The Set List:
with falls, a stream, or go all out by
out your trek, bring plenty of
The Set List:
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going to your regular pool, go to an area
learn new stuff. Whether it’s making soap, painting masterpieces, or even
Every town has some sort of unique thingy
wood-burning, seek out something that you
that is perfect for a crazy day trip photoshoot.
have never done before and you will always
Do a little bit of research, pick a few of those
remember your first adventure!
quirky spaces and check them out for yourself.
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SUMMER FUN BOPS Playlist BY RACQUEL PARKER
School is out and summertime has officially commenced! It’s time for road trips, festivals, and hanging with the crew, lil’ sis. How do you plan on spending your summer? We see fun in your future. Bring on ALL the good vibes, summer shenanigans, and carefree Black girl vibes. We’ve selected songs to help you get hype and have you and your friends singing at the top of your lungs. Each song is a bop, and we mean it!
1. Do It by Chloe x Halle 2. Breezy by That Girl Lay Lay, Young Dolph 3. Juice by Lizzo 4. SUMMER by The Carters 5. American Teen by Khalid 6. California Girls by Katy Perry, Snoop Dogg 7. Start It Up by Alex Mali 8. Bottoms Up 2.0 by Keke Palmer 9. Whip My Hair by WILLOW 10. Gucci This (Gucci That) by The OMG Girlz 11. Holla at the DJ by Coco Jones 12. LA & The Parties by Sevyn Streeter 13. In My Bag by Justine Skye 14. Summertime by DJ Jazzy Jeff & The Fresh Prince 15. Umbrella by Rihanna 16. Cartier by Meliii 17. Summer 2020 by Jhené Aiko 18. Formation by Beyoncé 19. Refill by Elle Varner 20. Feels Like Summer by Childish Gambino
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