Holidays
Jan 2, 2026
7 Easy Ways To Practice Kwanzaa All Year Long
The holiday season might be over but here are practical steps to incorporate the important principles into your daily life.
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Books
Nov 23, 2022
10 Books That Would Make Great Stocking Stuffers
Whether you're shopping for a history buff or the fashionista in your life, these books are sure to bring holiday joy.
gift guide
Dec 23, 2020
11 Kwanzaa Gift Ideas From Black-Owned Businesses That Your Tribe Will Love
Continue to show up for Us, now and forever.
Fashion
Nov 27, 2019
18 Joyous Kwanzaa Gifts For The Woke Fashionistas On Your List
ESSENCE has curated some chic and culturally relevant fashion items that are sure to inspire.
News
Dec 28, 2015
Did Hillary Clinton Miss the Mark with Her Kwanzaa-Inspired Campaign Logo?
Black Twitter surely thought so.
Beauty
Nov 25, 2015
11 Perfect D.I.Y. Beauty and Spa Treatments to Gift for Kwanzaa
These 11 beauty potions are fun to make and perfect to give to friends and loved ones.
Kwanzaa
Dec 26, 2014
Do You Celebrate Kwanzaa?
Today marks the first day of Kwanzaa. Will you celebrate this year?
Kwanzaa
Dec 28, 2013
First Family Sends Best Wishes for Kwanzaa
The First Lady Michelle Obama and President Barack Obama send their best wishes to those celebrating Kwanzaa.
Kwanzaa
Dec 26, 2013
Do You Observe Kwanzaa?
Kwanzaa is a cultural holiday rather than a religious one, and can be celebrated by all. Do you and your family observe Kwanzaa?