Based in Cologne Germany , Haitian-born Michelle Elie is a jewelry designer and former model whose style is getting her noticed by fashionistas around the world.

African Woman.NL is a new lifestyle publication for women in the Netherlands. It is a brainchild of Cameroonian researcher and novelist Barbara Tah Gwanmesia, who says she wants to rebrand the image of Africans in the country.

Go behind the scenes at Amsterdam stylist Diana Tambe Blackpearl's Secret Fashion at The Voice Achievers Awards 2012. The Holland-based top model from Cameroon is also an up and coming young designer and CEO of Africa Fashion Week Holland.

Though its black community is not visible to most, hair product shops in Cardiff, Wales represent the ethnic diversity of the city. Stella started her own business for different types of hair two years ago -

Born in Guadeloupe, Clarisse Hieraix graduated from France's prestigious "chambre syndicale" school 15 years ago. She is now established in Paris' ultra-chic Golden Triangle.

Meet UK Chef Barrington Douglas, an award-winning chef whose Huddersfield, north of England Caribbean restaurant is helping to put the islands on the culinary map.

South African-born, Belgian-based stylist Pholoso Selebogo may be just 21, but she is already the darling of the fashion world. She is working with top designers and traveling the globe.

Designer Beatrice "Bee" Arthur's creations are as eclectic and mixed as her Russian-Ghanaian heritage.

She is only 19 years old, but Michelle Jeng is already the holder of the Miss Africa Scandinavia Crown. The Swedish-born Michelle, who is of is Tanzanian heritage is a student and a model.

Ethiopian-Swedish chef Chef Marcus Samuelsson shares his journey of opening his latest restaurant, "Red Rooster" in New York's Harlem.

French owner/chef at La Table de Babette in Paris, Babette de Rozieres was not just the only female chef in the French contingent, but also the only person of color on a recent visit of French chefs to the U.S.

British model Naomi Campbell speaks about her childhood, her early breakthrough into modeling and how her lifestyle caused her to take time out from the industry, confront her demons and consider her future.

Meet the new girl: Nyasha Natonhodze is a good Christian girl, just like her grandmother taught her.

Award winning North London based Ugandan-born fashion designer José Hendo is quickly gaining prominence, less than year after she launched her own label. Check out her 2012 Spring/Summer collection here.

A survivor of the Rwandan genocide, at 18, the actress and model was the first woman with African heritage to win Miss France. Now she is shooting a new film, Salva l'Ultimo, in Italy.

London-based Ghanaian stylist Marian Kihogo has been hailed as a top stylist/consultant/celebrity dresser/online phenomenon. Her online blog is also winning her fans outside of the fashion world.

Obed Osei Amoah Duku, is the youngest Ghanaian entrepreneur in Italy. Obed, 24, who lives in Brescia, owns a consultancy firm and runs a charity organisation.

Ayishat Akanbi is a young talented British celebrity stylist who has clients such as UK music producer Labrinth, and the X-Factor. In this interview she talks about the ins and outs of her career.

A legendary supermodel during the 70s and 80s, who graced the runway of every fashion capitol, Romney Müller-Westernhagen has turned her talent to photography. See calendar for details of her Berlin exhibition.

French designer Mason Ewing may be blind, but it has not stopped him from pursuing his dreams of becoming a star.

UK-raised architect David Ajaye is said to be American President Barack Obama's favorite architect, but his work has impressed many others around the world.

New York-born, Paris-based stylist Peju Famojure has a passion for fashion that is earning her a growing reputation in the European fashion centre.

Rihanna reveals the inspiration for her designs for River Island and why she loves British high street fashion.

Milan-based street photographer and fashionista Tamu McPherson shows how to throw a dinner party in this installment of Tamu's Cafe.

Rising model Leomie Anderson will have to work twice as hard as her white peers to succeed. She is one of the new faces featured in UK's Channel 4 behind-the-scenes show, "The Model Agency." Watch the trailer and click on MORE to read story about Anderson.

Lydia Nnenna Obute, a 17-year-old Austrian of Nigerian origin, has been named Austria's next Topmodel 2011, based on Tyra Banks' America's Next Top Model. See her journey to victory here.

An interview with French model and actress Noemie Lenoir about her clothing line and launching a new perfume named after her with fab Afro-French make-up line Black Up.

Anais Mali was born in Nice, France to a Malian father and Polish mother. Now the young model is looking for stardom on the other side of the Atlantic. Find out about her journey in this video.

Born in Senegal, Rougui Dia has become a well-known chef in France, where she commands the kitchen at the restaurant owned by venerable caviar house Petrossian and mixes traditional African cuisine with European flavours.

Shopping in Paris is every fashionista's dream. Beyond the famous fashion landmarks there are many shops you could miss. Find out which stops to make.

Special guidelines for foreigners will be developed by Moscow authorities to help the new residents fit in. The new "code of conduct" will include simple rules about behavior concerning such issues as food preparation, religious practices, clothing, and languages.

Yelena Khanga is one of Russia's best-known black citizens. The popular host of a top-rated 1990s chat show -- "Pro Eto," (About That) -- she became one of the few black faces regularly seen on Russian television.

Charismatic Ghanaian-born Savile Row designer, Ozwald Boateng, has outfitted men like Will Smith, Richard Branson, and Brad Pitt. Now a new documentary called A Man's Story details his rise to fame. View a clip here.

Jamaican-born Brit celebrity chef Levi Roots knows how to cook that's for sure. Famous for his Reggae Reggae Sauce, he's working on some mouth-watering spiced mackerel with green bananas in this episode of his cooking show Caribbean Food Made Easy.

Meet Senegalese/French model Aminata Niara a star on Paris' runways. Discovered by fashion designer Alber Elbaz in 2006, she has since worked for some of the world's top designers.

Swedish born Sabina Karlsson began her career as a skinny model before becoming a plus size one. In this interview the 2006 runner up in Scandinavia's Next Top Model discusses the transition and her discovery that bigger means better for her.

Jamaican-born Wilfred Emmanuel-Jones is a country farmer in rural UK who is not just building a food empire but is also making a name for himself in politics. Meet the Black Farmer.

Meet French chef Babette De Rozieres, owner of the sumptuous restaurant La Table de Babette in Paris. The busy entrepreneur, latest French-language cookbook is called "La Bonne Cuisine de Babette." English only speakers should try her famous cookbook "Creole."

Spotted in London's Topshop at 17 and currently signed to "Profile Model Management," British model Tolula Adeyemi has worked with a bevy of top photographers and designers, and appeared in "British Vogue," "Vanity Fair" and more.

British Formula One racing superstar Lewis Hamilton won the Canadian Grand Prix for the second time in four years, on June 13. Meet the 12-year-old Hamilton in this excerpt from a documentary made about his pioneering achievements.

An interview with Somali Swedish model - Hawa Ahmed, winner of Sweden's Top Model in 2007. The Stockholm resident counts models Iman and Waris Dirie among her inspirations.

Twenty-year-old, Erika Lucas has been signed by model agency Select, home to Helena Christiansen, Caprice and Black model Kiara (from the Gap adverts).

Part one of a fascinating documentary in which two sisters and one brother, all descendants of slaves now living in the UK, investigate their genetic origins.

In the foothills of the Italian Alps, hidden among row after neat row of wooden-shuttered chalets is the Residence Prealpino, where overcrowded, chaotic Dakar has been recreated in suburban Europe.

To kick things off, here's some photos of Moroso's M'Afrique installation in the Italian Superbrand's showroom on Via Pontaccio, designed by New York based designer Stephen Burks.

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