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“I feel like a girlfriend has died.” – Michaela angela Davis

On Friday evening, cultural critic and writer Michaela…

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In the last month, it’s safe to say that singer/songwriter/humanitarian Alicia Keys has been a hot topic — at least…

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From the start, Christina Milian and The-Dream’s relationship was a conundrum. After dating briefly, the two announced their engagement and…

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Why are African Americans infrequent international flyers?

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Recently, I caught myself thinking out loud.

I’ve never been one to bite my tongue, and knowing myself and how…

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Recently, a young brother at a party informed me that “White girls are coming up in the world these days”. “You

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Somewhere inside a man’s condo, there’s a 50-inch plasma that overlooks a Xbox 360 console and video games. Madden 10,…

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Why Are Some Brothers So Shamefaced With a White Woman on Their Arm?

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We can thank R. Kelly for igniting the proverbial flame under mainstream society asses, courtesy of his over-the-top “Trapped in…

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I’m young, single and still partying…so why is my biological clock buzzing?

My body has been ready to have a…

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Why classist and separatist attitudes are counterproductive to progress.

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When I was but a young pup in the working world, fresh out of college with no concrete plans but…

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Exploring the growing myth of rappers and the Illuminati.

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What do we mean when we call ourselves ‘independent women?’

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How a good ole Mead notebook can transform your love life.

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The painful history behind hair and race in the Coloured community of South Africa.

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Reclaiming the power to call the shots, and being the first to ask for the number.

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The importance of self-awareness and honesty to winning the dating game.

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“Clutch is not only fly, it is authentic and uniquely relevant to its community. It is the digital destination for the smart, stylish and a sexy urban female. Clutch gets it and Clutch is sure to get you on the very first click.” Michaela angela Davis

With the rise of the online sector as the primary source of news, Clutch is an industry leader forging the movement into the digital age for its target demographic. With a site that accumulates a steady increase of viewers each quarter since its inception, Clutch proves that there is a market for Black women that hasn’t been filled before.

Clutch is the only online magazine for Black women that is updated numerous times daily and releases a full issue every Monday. Weekly interviews with the biggest names in the world (Russell Simmons, Diahann Carroll, Sheila Johnson, Hill Harper, Sanaa Lathan, Nia Long, John Legend, Suze Orman, among others) are mixed with editorials by some of the most eclectic minds of this generation.

Clutch barely scratches the surface of how potent it can become. Declining newspaper/magazine circulation, increasing digital awareness from consumers and outstanding content are three of the biggest reasons why Clutch will continue to be a force.

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“Clutch is a wonderful online magazine that fills a great void for Black women, particularly younger Black women, in America and globally. It is smart, sexy, provocative, womanist, and the kind of space readers and advertisers will continue to flock to because Clutch is the ultimate kind of 21st century mover and shaker destination.” Kevin Powell

What Makes Us So Special?

(1) The only online magazine for women of color that releases a new issue weekly.
(2) Updates daily with news, interviews and features.
(3) Allows readers to engage in a conversation by offering social media tools.
(4) Only online magazine that has weekly interviews with celebrities, designers, brands and artist.
(5) Our design has won numerous design awards and garnered international recognition.
(6) Content is really one of a kind; smart, fresh and current.
(7) The editors and contributors to Clutch offer content that is written in a “friend” voice, therefore making it more relatable.

Our Manifesto

  • Smart is always sexy…
  • Do it for yourself not someone else…
  • Research is the key to a successful purchase…
  • A girl should never leave home without her compact…
  • Don’t be afraid to mix styles and colors…
  • If he’s not into you…good…his loss
  • Living and learning are life’s best teachers
  • We dig men who recognize a mean shoe game..
  • Staying involved in your community is essential…
  • Diversity is what makes the world go round…
  • Don’t date losers…pass them along to your enemies…
  • The library is the hangout…
  • Appearance is important…
  • We live for good music and online shopping…
  • We lead they follow…

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