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Home • ESSENCE Black Women in Music

Looks We Love: ESSENCE's Black Women in Music

Check out Goapele's gorgeous new look, Kelis and more!
By Celia L. Smith · Updated October 27, 2020
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Goapele

Pardon us as we do a double take Goapele! The painted-on red leather dress, plus new blonde ‘do is a killer combo for the soul singer.

Looks We Love: ESSENCE's Black Women in Music
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Leona Lewis

This cobalt single shoulder dress is beyond chic! Minimal accessories –– leather belt and ankle strap pumps, drive the simplicity of this look home.

Looks We Love: ESSENCE's Black Women in Music
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DJ Kiss

There isn’t a more stylish DJ than Ms. Kiss. Clad in Peter Pilotto, and cap-toe Louboutin’s she kills it again.

Looks We Love: ESSENCE's Black Women in Music
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Michelle Williams

We’re suckers for a jumpsuit and this graphic black and white style lends an air of cool to the carpet.

Looks We Love: ESSENCE's Black Women in Music
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Chrisette Michele

How adorable is Chrisette Michele? This feminine frock by Chanel is totally her style –– quirky and cute especially when paired with leopard pumps.

Looks We Love: ESSENCE's Black Women in Music
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Kelis

We love Kelis’ wild style so we’re treasuring this rare sighting of the star in her fab fringed coat, and little black dress with long panels for added drama.

Looks We Love: ESSENCE's Black Women in Music
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Ty Hunter

An all-black look always wins and Beyonce’s stylist, Ty Hunter looks super sleek in this leather mix.

Looks We Love: ESSENCE's Black Women in Music
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