I know that this fellowship is going to have a generational impact,” she tells ESSENCE. Inspired by the urgent call from birth justice leaders and alarming CDC statistics showing Black women in ...

From Faith Ringgold’s visionary storytelling to Adam Pendleton’s poetic protest, these presentations are sure to move both heart and mind. Spring is often a season of rebirth—but in museums ...

NEW YORK, NEW YORK – MAY 05: (Exclusive Coverage) (L-R) Swizz Beatz, Alicia Keys, Met Gala Co-Chair A$AP Rocky and Rihanna attend the 2025 Met Gala Celebrating ...

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Below take a look at top five best dressed handpicked by Blitz Fitz, the list includes heavy hitters in addition to a few key players that ESSENCE thoroughly enjoyed this NFL season.

In honor of her 71st birthday today, we’re taking a trip down memory lane with Nina Simone’s inspiring beauty moments over the years. Nina Simone’s timeless legacy isn’t just heard in her ...

Bestsellers include their Lavender Vanilla Shea Body Butter and their ESSENCE 2025 Best In Beauty Award-winning Elevate Spray perfume. This newly launched brand is focused on creating 100% organic ...