Author: Shelby Stewart

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By Kerane Marcellus ·Updated March 20, 2024

Everlane and London-based brand Marques Almeida have unveiled a new vibrant collection just in time for spring. The collection centers on consciously crafted archival leftover fabrics, honing in on their mission toward sustainability. Marques Almeida adds colorful elements with these upcycled fabrics, creating a high-end yet low-environmental impact of a collection. 

Silhouettes from Everlane’s classic fan-favorite staple pieces are reimagined with touches from Marques Almeida. The

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By Shelby Stewart ·Updated March 19, 2024

Multi-hyphenate Teyana Taylor will make her directorial debut in the upcoming film, Get Lite, according to a Deadline exclusive. The film taps The Last Of Us star and Emmy winner Storm Reid to star. Along with starring in the production, Reid will also co-produce the film under her own imprint, A Seed & Wings Productions, as well as Kenya Barris and his Khalabo Ink Society.

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courtesy of Felton Kizer By India Espy-Jones ·Updated March 15, 2024

Two years ago, body care brand Hanahana Beauty celebrated their five year anniversary with creative artist Mia Lee, launching a limited edition collection of shea butter and affirmation cards. Now, with their yearly commemoration back again, “we wanted to be intentional about how we celebrated our seventh anniversary,” founder Abena Boamah-Acheampong tells ESSENCE, conceiving their latest limited edition collaboration, but this

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By Larry Stansbury ·Updated March 15, 2024

It’s already the second month of the new year, and if your new year resolves to save money, chances are you’ve looked at your bank statements and see that you’ve spent a ton of money going to the nail salon as a pampering treat for yourself. Nothing is wrong with a little self-care for your digits, but staying home and doing your nails can save

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By Celeste Polanco ·Updated March 15, 2024

Fathers play an essential role in a daughter’s life. Everything she will learn about men, love, and self-worth will come from her first love – her dad. Dads do their best to protect their little girls and guide them through the challenging realities of the world. That young girl who was once in her father’s arms will eventually blossom into a young woman navigating relationships,

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By Shelby Stewart ·Updated March 14, 2024

Legendary Texas rapper Bun B is celebrated not only for his solo career but also as one half of the iconic hip-hop duo, Underground Kingz (UGK). His influence extends far beyond Texas, with the Pimp C coined “country rap tunes” sound reaching the masses. His prominence earned him a coveted performance slot at the Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo for Black Heritage night. It was

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By Akili King & India Espy-Jones ·Updated March 14, 2024

“In The Chair” spotlights the incredible hairstylists in our community who are giving us major inspiration. Each week, they discuss their personal hair and career journeys, what they’ve learned from their clients, and their top hair care tips. 

“At a young age I knew I wanted to be one of the top hairstylists in the world,” hair stylist Tai Simon tells ESSENCE. Like

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By Shelby Stewart ·Updated March 14, 2024

Texas proudly boasts the nation’s largest rodeo, the renowned Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo, a stage where the nation’s premier athletes in the field, including skilled bull riders and calf wranglers, showcase their talent. However, within the historical context of Texas rodeos, the significant contributions of Black cowboys and cowhands have often been overshadowed, despite being instrumental in shaping the sport into the cultural phenomenon

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Thomas Barwick / Getty Images By Tayler Adigun ·Updated March 14, 2024

If your travel Pinterest board looks anything like mine, it’s >anywhere from around 10 to 20 percent, which is significantly lower than indoor humidity, which is about 40 to 60 percent depending on the climate where you are,” says Dr. Adeline Kikam, a board-certified dermatologist based in Houston, Texas.

“With that low humidity you’re prone to moisture loss from the skin,”