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You Have To See These ESSENCE Editor #TBT Moments

See the ladies of Essence from the elementary school days and beyond!
You Have To See These ESSENCE Editor #TBT Moments
Nykia Spradley
By Essence · Updated October 27, 2020

Be it a disaster or absolute dream, we all have one beauty moment that’s etched in our memories forever. In fact, ESSENCE editors are digging into their personal vaults as part of this month’s “Best In Black Beauty” celebration.


From epic elementary school photos to wedding day perfection, we have a feeling you’ll relate to at least one of these throwback beauty moments. Press play to see our team bare all.


(And if you’re meeting us at Festival, we have a couple of quick tips that will keep you from melting in the New Orleans sun.)


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