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156 Nia Long’s road to happiness

BEAUTY

37 Thirty Somethings Best-kept beauty secrets from experts and industry insiders
44 Scent of a Woman Heavenly fragrances
46 Go Sexy 3 new dos

FASHION

57 Looks We Love Make a getaway in style
60 The Lowdown Fantastic flats
64 Perfect Fit Fab dresses for every size
66 Cheap and Chic Sexy treats under $50

FEATURES

156 In Her Shoes Nia Long isn’t about drama. She sets the record straight on the mall brawl, her new gigs and what’s most important to her By Jeannine Amber
160 First Look Preview hot new spring styles
169 When a Man Loves a Woman See six brothers pop the question
179 The Essence Truth or Dare Dating Challenge Renew your faith in romance with 28 days of tips By Nina Malkin
184 Change of Face New beauty looks
188 Take a Leap of Faith Get ready for an extreme confidence makeover By Valorie Burton
194 An American Tragedy A barrage of bullets from police ends another young Black man’s life. The call to stop the injustice By Cynthia Gordy
196 The New York City AIDS Experiment We ask the tough questions surrounding the use of foster children as guinea pigs By Kristal Brent Zook

CULTURE

69 Rapper’s Delight Common talks about stepping outside his routine as he adds acting to his résumé
70 Gazette The entertainment buzz from the East Coast to the West
72 Sneak Preview Don Cheadle and Taraji P. Henson talk about bringing radio personality Petey Greene to life in their new biopic
77 Books Remembering Bebe Moore Campbell; Angela Bassett and Courtney B. Vance’s book on real love; a new collection by Nikki Giovanni; Patrik’s Picks

WORK & WEALTH

91 Millionaires in the Making Grow your net worth to seven digits with advice from real women
104 Your Money How to handle love and money, avoid credit card scams, get by without a bank account
112 Woman on Top Johnson & Johnson
global president Bridgette P. Heller’s strategies for success
116 Home Ownership Campaign Part 8 of our 12-month guide: What to expect from the home inspection

BODY & SOUL

123 We Lost More Than 500 Pounds!
Five sisters and their incredible journey

BLACK MEN, SEX & INTIMACY

133 What Men Think What do brothers love most about Black women?
134 On His Mind He says strip clubs can stop a dude from straying
136 Relationship Rescue Can this couple get past the anger to save their marriage?
142 Got Drama? Finesse tells you how to find out if your man is cheating

OUR NEWS

145 Ten Things We’re Talking About
146 Gazette The first Black governor of Massachusetts speaks on his victory; the South fights back against developers; Hillary or Condoleezza for president?

Black history month special

Celebrate Our Heritage Our 16-page pullout guide for what to see, read, watch and do. Plus, delicious soul food recipes, a look at our most powerful leaders and more

LIVING WELL

207 A Tea Party to Remember A unique way to honor the great women in our history
216 Romantic Escapes for Every Budget Three destinations that deliver on passion

IN EVERY ISSUE

22 Behind the Scenes
24 Between Us
26 Contributors
28 Your Letters
222 Where to Buy
226 Horoscope
228 In the Spirit Every Step I Take

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