Fashion
Aug 4, 2025
The Original Visionaries
The historical significance of ESSENCE has been evident from the very beginning. Here, we explore the legacy of the publication through its vital engagement with fashion.
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Entertainment
Jul 9, 2025
Star Gazing: 2025 ESSENCE Festival Of Culture
From the Superdome to the Convention Center, the stars aligned in the Crescent City for a weekend of unforgettable Black excellence.
Fashion
Jun 27, 2025
Erykah Badu Is Returning To The 2025 ESSENCE Festival of Culture–Here Are Her Defining Boho Chic Looks
Badu has been one of the boldest figures within the boho chic lane for decades. These are her most defining looks.
Entertainment
Jun 20, 2025
Best New Music This Week: Keke Palmer’s ‘Just Keke,’ Cardi B Is Back “Outside,” Halle, Wale And More
Today’s list also includes Terrace Martin and Kenyon Dixon’s collaborative effort ‘Come As You Are,’ along with “Next To You,” from Erykah Badu.
Entertainment
Jun 13, 2025
Erykah Badu To Headline Amazon Music’s Juneteenth Livestream, “Badu Presents: Echos 19”
The Dallas native will perform live from The Bomb Factory as part of the “Forever In Rotation” Black Music Month celebration.
Beauty
Apr 4, 2025
Erykah Badu Threw On An Orange Bob At The 2025 Billboard Women In Music
The Icon swapped in a blonde wig for a vibrant orange color on the red carpet.
Beauty
Feb 26, 2025
Erykah Badu’s Most Iconic Beauty Looks
From her intrinsic ‘90s head wraps to an experimental foil fringe cut in 2019, take a look at the artist’s best beauty looks of all time to in honor of her birthday today.
Fashion
Oct 31, 2024
The Diverse Fashion Moments At The 2024 CFDA Awards
Erykah Badu, Rachel Scott of Diotima and others walked away with significant awards at the ceremony which took place at the Museum of Natural History in New York City.
Lifestyle
Jun 22, 2024
Inside Erykah Badu And Desa Potato Head’s Epic Merasa Festival In Bali
We were guests for the event, which was a masterclass in wellness, consciousness and freedom.
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May 8, 2020
Happy 50th Birthday Queen: An A–Z Guide To All Things Erykah Badu
As we celebrate her 50th turn around the sun, we break down all you need to know about our favorite neosoul singer.
2018 Black Women In Music Event
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Jan 26, 2018
Watch Janet Jackson Surprise Missy Elliott During The 2018 ESSENCE Black Women In Music Event
“I’m grateful for how she stood toe to toe with the guys, showing them that a woman can do it all.” – Janet Jackson on Missy Elliott
ESSENCE Black Women in Music
Jan 11, 2018
Rapsody And Leikeli47 To Perform At ESSENCE Black Women In Music Event Honoring Missy Elliott
Two of Hip Hop’s most innovative young voices will hit the stage in celebration of the ultimate innovator herself.
Fashion
Jan 26, 2018
The 2018 ESSENCE Black Women In Music Red Carpet Was On Fire
On a night when Missy Elliott is being honored, nobody can half step with the fashion.
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Feb 15, 2017
SPONSORED: Shantell Martin Talks About Her Collaboration With Kendrick Lamar at Black Women In Music
Visual artist Shantell Martin details the artistic bound she shares with Kendrick — plus she talks about what inspired their collaborative project.
ESSENCE Black Women in Music
Feb 12, 2016
Your All-Access Pass to the ESSENCE Black Women In Music Event
ESSENCE’s 7th annual Black Women in Music event celebrated Grammy-nominated Black women in music. The star-studded evening featured special performances by Grammy nominees Jazmine Sullivan and Andra Day. Here’s your all-access recap.
ESSENCE Black Women in Music
Feb 15, 2017
SPONSORED: Absolut Vodka ‘Refreshes the Talk’ on the Black Women in Music Red Carpet
Alesha Renee breaks down what it really means to #RefreshTheTalk on the red carpet at Black Women in Music with sponsor Absolut Vodka
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Jan 23, 2014
Looks We Love: ESSENCE's Black Women in Music
Check out Goapele’s gorgeous new look, Kelis and more!
ESSENCE Black Women in Music
Feb 6, 2013
A Look Back: ESSENCE's 2013 Black Women in Music Event Recap
A red carpet recap of our 4th annual event, featuring Solange and Lianne La Havas.
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Entertainment
May 15, 2020
Jill Scott On Epic 'Verzuz' Battle: 'I Did Not Want To Do Anything That Was Expected'
The singer's plan to introduce old and new fans to her extensive catalog worked because now they are buying her music.
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May 11, 2020
Erykah Badu And Jill Scott Made Verzuz Vibes Vibrate Higher
The two queens of neosoul captivated thousands of music lovers on Saturday night.
Entertainment
May 4, 2020
Hey Verzuz, Here's More Women You Can Put In The Game
We're so ready for the battle between Erykah Badu and Jill Scott, but this music expert says we're only scratching the surface of Black women music creatives ready for their time in the ring.
Entertainment
Apr 17, 2020
EXCLUSIVE: Kelly Rowland Serves Steamy Hot 'Coffee' In New Video
The sensuous vid brings every shade, texture and curve front and center.
Beauty
Mar 21, 2020
Is Vagina The Hottest New Scent For 2020?
The power of the V might be coming to your vanity sooner than you think.
Entertainment
Feb 26, 2020
An Inside Look At Erykah Badu's Birthday Bash
The soul singer threw a memorable party that was complete with pole dancing and homage to Black church.
Celebrity
Feb 3, 2020
Erykah Badu's Family Celebrates Four Generations With Cute IG Video
The adorable video is a nod to moms and the women they bring into the world.
Fashion
Jan 17, 2020
Erykah Badu's Online Store Is Coming — Here's What We Know
Badu World Market is set to launch on Feb. 20.
