Women of Color Garcelle Beauvais and Nomzamo Mbatha Join ‘Coming 2 America’ CastEssence - Paula Rogo The reunion cast continues to grow with these new additions. Actress Garcelle Beauvais will be returning to play her iconic role in the upcoming Coming …
Beauty Trends 11 Times Aaliyah Was Ahead Of Her Time With Beauty TrendsEssence - Shalwah Evans The late singer continues to be an inspiration for beauty trends today. Earlier this week the late singer Aaliyah was immortalized with her own wax …
Play buttonWomen of Color Wondaland And Hitco’s Josh Dean Is Manifesting His DreamsEssence - Sydney Scott The rising talent is creating his own world with genre-melding music and dreamy visuals that reflect his own creative past and future. Over the …
Women of Color Keisha Knight Pulliam & Arian Simone Are Investing $5 Million Dollars In Black Women Owned BusinessesEssence - Kimberly Wilson The pair recently launched The Fearless Fund, a venture capitalist initiative created to address inequity in funding for Black women …
Women of Color Eye Candy: We Appreciate All The Fine Men Of The ‘Power’ CastEssence - Jasmine Grant Since 'Power' is approaching its final season, it's only right we look back on all the sexiness that graced our TV screens. This Sunday (Aug 25) the …
Women of Color Leyna Bloom Is The Groundbreaking Model You Need To KnowEssence - Nandi Howard We can't get enough of her fun and flirty style. Leyna Bloom has been an activist for trans-women for some time now however, her rise to mainstream is …
Women of Color These 10 Items Are Always In My Travel Bag – And Should Be In Yours TooEssence - Danielle Pointdujour Don't get on your next flight without these editor-approved must-haves that make jetsetting a breeze. One of the hardest parts of travel is not …
Women of Color Why Is Body Positivity So Negative?Essence - Danielle Young Allow The OverExplainer to break down this candy-coated buzz phrase. Can we go ahead and agree on one thing? Body positivity does not mean promoting …
Play buttonWomen of Color MUST WATCH: Woman’s Wig Flies Off During Amusement Park RideEssence - Shalwah Evans This video gives a new meaning to 'hair raising ride.' Earlier this year we saw hilarious videos of women losing their wigs to the strong winds of …
Women of Color What I Screenshot: The Utility Jumpsuit That’s Equal Parts Chic and CoolEssence - Dominique Hobdy We just found the transitional piece you've been missing. We’ve spent a lot of time lately thinking about our fall wardrobes and how we can get …
Burgers These Juicy Burger Recipes Put New Spins On A Classic DishEssence - Danielle Pointdujour Kick-off your weekend with these mouth-watering burgers you can make at home. No matter the season or age, everyone loves a good burger. It’s a food …
Lady and the Tramp Janelle Monae To Join Tessa Thompson & More In Disney’s ‘Lady And The Tramp’ Live Action RemakeEssence - Kimberly Wilson The film will premiere as part of the Disney+ streaming platform launch on November 12, 2019. It looks like we get to see some more on screen magic …
Women of Color Black Man Denied Entry To Bar Claims It Was Because Of Racism, Not JewelryEssence - Breanna Edwards Ray Lamont Peterson said he was told he couldn't enter the Splash Bar in Portland, Oregon because he was wearing "too many" chains. A Black man is …
Women of Color Larenz Tate Describes Why The Final Season Of ‘Power’ Is Jaw-DroppingEssence - Sydney Scott Tate stopped by ESSENCE's 'Yes, Girl!' where he opened up about the show's sixth and final season, calling it "the best you'll see." We’re gearing up …
Play buttonBryce Walker Six Things To Know About ’13 Reasons Why’ Star Alisha BoeEssence The third season of the Netflix series is available today but before you watch, here are a few things to know about one of its shining stars. If you …
Workwear Work It! Office-Friendly Dresses That’ll Get You Right For FallEssence - Dominique Hobdy It's time to up the ante and treat yourself to new workwear! No matter how old you get, there’s something about the first days of fall that feel like …
Women of Color Cast Your Vote For ESSENCE’s Best In Black Fashion AwardsEssence - Nandi Howard The inaugural celebration of Black style kicks off on September 4th. ESSENCE is kicking off New York Fashion Week with a bang ! Not only is ESSENCE …
Women of Color The Best Dressed Black Creatives On Instagram This WeekEssence - Nandi Howard Our favorite looks on the 'gram. With the fall chill upon us, it’s time to get your last summer looks together. And these creatives are letting us …
Play buttonMissy Elliott Missy Elliott Sported This MCM Look For ‘Throw It Back’ VideoEssence - Nandi Howard The legend is back. Missy Elliott is back with a brand-new video but, you know that didn’t come without eclectic looks from the fashion icon herself. …
Women of Color Loni Love Speaks On The Backlash She Gets For Dating A White ManEssence - Jasmine Grant The comedian and TV host sparked a conversation about Black men and women dating outside their race. Loni Love, comedian and co-host of the …
Women of Color You Have To See These Incredible Celebrity ManicuresEssence - Jennifer Ford We're obsessed with their cute claws. Every month we’re inspired by celebrity beauty looks and August hasn’t been any different. Nia Long showed us …
Women of Color 10 Things We're Talking AboutEssence - Tanya A. Christian Each month ESSENCE rounds up important news topics that readers may have missed so you can stay in-the-know, even if you're always on-the-go. ESSENCE …
Justine Skye Here’s Where You Can Grab Justine Skye’s Adorable Midi DressEssence - Nandi Howard We are here for this chic-grunge aesthetic. In anticipation for her album ‘Bare With Me,’ Justine Skye held an intimate party at The World of McIntosh …
Missy Elliott Missy Elliott Shares New 'Iconology' EP, Releases Video For 'Throw It Back'Essence - Sydney Scott New music dropped on Friday! Saweetie taps Jhené Aiko and Yung Miami for "My Type" remix and Lizzo recruits DaBaby for a new spin on "Truth Hurts."
Women of Color This Beautypreneur Understands That Freedom And Confidence Go Hand In HandEssence - By For the latest Best & Black Owned, skincare guru Seven Brown takes us "behind the business" with her Harlem Skin & Laser Clinic. For the ESSENCE Best …
Women of Color Georgia Mother Kills Herself, 2 Adult ChildrenEssence - Breanna Edwards Dr. Marsha Edwards posted a series of photos to her Instagram on Wednesday before the tragedy saying "I could not ask for better children." A Georgia …
Women of Color Black Travel Vibes: Fall In Love With Lagos, NigeriaEssence - Danielle Pointdujour ESSENCE's exclusive guide on how to see, taste and experience the hottest destinations in Black travel. Forget everything you think you know about …
Women of Color ‘No Black People Policy’ Makes Rounds At Sacramento-Area High SchoolEssence - Tanya A. Christian The FBI and officials at Rio Americano High School in California are looking into an anti-Black memo that made its rounds on social media this …
Women of Color Cleveland Cop Accused Of Filming Himself Urinating On 12-Year-Old GirlEssence - Breanna Edwards Officer Solomon Nhiwatiwa, 34, is facing multiple charges, including attempted kidnapping after allegedly filming himself urinating on a 12-year-old …
Women of Color Georgia Teen Who Saved Sister Starts College On Full ScholarshipEssence - Tanya A. Christian Anaiah Rucker has come a long way in the eight years since saving her little sister from a potentially fatal accident. This week the heroic Georgia …
