How Simi Muhumuza Centers Self-Love While Lingerie Shopping – Essence
Uché Aduaka This year for many, particularly Black women could be described as a rebrand year. Yet, it’s not so much about looking better, but rather feeling and being better…
Why I’m Trying Out Frosted Lipstick This Season – Essence
Composite by India Espy-Jones Finding the right lipstick shade may vary throughout the year. In spring and summer, no-makeup makeup and understated tones—like caramel, nude, and apricot—may be your top…
Indeed Announces Season 5 Rising Voices Filmmakers
Lena Waithe’s Hillman Grad has partnered once again to introduce the next group of diverse filmmakers, whose short films will premiere at the Tribeca Festival in New York City in…
Beyoncé’s #BeyonceBowl Breaks Netflix Records
After Beyoncé graciously gifted the world a performance during the Houston Texans’ holiday face-off with the Baltimore Ravens, Netflix’s streaming numbers reached colossal Cowboy Carter numbers. Source: Brooke Sutton /…
Tanner Adell Claps Back At Critics On ‘Cowboy Carter’ Feature
#BeyonceBowl’d Tanner Adell is reveling in the success of performing with Beyoncé, and she’s making sure the haters know exactly how she feels—particularly one internet critic who accused her of…
Designer Spotlight: Shayba Muhammad On Creating Intricate Statement Jewelry – Essence
Shayba Muhammad Mahnal, a jewelry brand founded and designed by Shayba Muhammed in 2016 is a testament to believing in yourself and using your gifts. Muhammed’s creative genesis began with…
Hottest Holiday Thirst Traps & Treats Of 2024
Source: Paras Griffin/Getty Images for iHeartRadio You know we had to gift you the hottest thirst traps and treats that lit up the gram while spreading holiday cheer during the…
Mamas At Work: Bresha Webb Talks Breastfeeding, Self-Care And Sisterhood
Courtesy of Bresha Webb Two months into motherhood, actress and writer Bresha Webb is doing great. As she tells me on the phone, “I’m adjusting quite nicely.” She admits that…
A Series Of Travel Setbacks Helped Me Embrace The Unexpected In Costa Rica
@shandshots The art of remote work while traveling. I could write a book on it. Or so I thought. As a tech executive and culture journalist, I’ve had the privilege…
Tyler Perry Explains Why He Only Gives Son 2 Gifts For Christmas
Tyler Perry recently opened up about his parenting philosophy for the holidays, sharing that he only gives two Christmas gifts because his son is on Tommy Strawn status: “He don’t…