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Meet the ESSENCE Fashion & Beauty Squad!

Meet the ESSENCE Fashion and Beauty squad, your go-to crew for everything New York Fashion Week. Get to know each editor and follow them on Instagram for the inside scoop!
By · Updated October 27, 2020
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Fashion & Beauty Squad

Meet the ESSENCE Fashion and Beauty team! This is the go-to crew for everything New York Fashion Week. Get to know each editor and follow them on Instagram for the inside scoop!

Meet the ESSENCE Fashion & Beauty Squad!
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Pamela Edwards Christiani

Beauty & Style Director

Instagram: @pecstyle

Fashion Philosophy: I’m happiest when clothing makes me feel good, when it’s an extension of my personality, fun, interesting, unique.

Who is your style icon? I have to go with a mix of Diana Ross (glamazon), Kendall Jenner (model off duty) and Rihanna (edgy, eclectic)

Which Black designers are on your radar now? Hood By Air for sure. Also, Public School because they’re still doing their thing AND creatively directing DKNY. Although independent designers Charles Harbison and William Okpo aren’t showing this season, I could fill my closets with everything they do.

Meet the ESSENCE Fashion & Beauty Squad!
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Joiee Thorpe

Fashion Editor

Instagram: @The_Joiee

Fashion Philosophy: Go Big or Go Home! BUT Keep it Cute.

What shows are you looking forward to this season? Rosie Assoulin, Public School, Tracy Reese

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Nykia Spradley

Beauty Editor

Instagram: @nyksprads

Your fashion philosophy? Never underestimate the power of a pop of color.

What show’s are you looking forward to this season? Pyer Moss! The collab with Erykah Badu is going to be epic! Also looking forward to Marchesa and Tadashi Shoji. The dresses are so dreamy. Tracey Reese and Rebecca Minkoff are my favs for everyday wear.

Meet the ESSENCE Fashion & Beauty Squad!
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Deena Campbell

Essence.com Beauty and Hair Editor

Instagram: @DeenaCampbell

What shows are you looking forward to this season? Desigual, Marc Jacobs and Public School.

Which Black designers are on your radar now? Stella Jean, I’m obsessed with her prints. I’m also in love with Andrea Iyamah’s colors and prints. Her swimwear instantly transports me to the Caribbean.

Meet the ESSENCE Fashion & Beauty Squad!
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Andrea Jordan

Assistant Beauty Editor

Instagram: @andreamjordan

What’s your go-to fashion week look? I’m all about a midi or maxi skirt. My go-to look would totally be a long, vibrant skirt and feminine top with cute flats. I give props to the girls who trek through fashion week in heels, but that just isn’t me.

Who is your style icon? Right now I’m loving Yara Shadid’s style. She’s young and her clothes are bright and vibrant. Her style is very Kate Spade, Milly-esque and I’m obsessed with that!

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Virginia Lowman

Assistant Digital Beauty Editor

Instagram: @voici_virginie

Fashion philosophy: Don’t get tied down to fashion rules, but when in doubt, always turn to black.

What shows are you looking forward to this season? For clothing: Alexander Wang and Yigal Azrouël are always two of my favorites. For fun: The Blondes. For aesthetic: Tommy Hilfiger and Coach.

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Avon Dorsey

Fashion Assistant

Instagram: @mrdoorsee

Fashion philosophy: Always wear what works best for you. Keep it simple, but luxe at the same time! Don’t focus so much on the trends that you become a carbon copy. Stand out by being yourself!


Who is your style icon? For guys, I would have to say someone smooth like Billy Dee Williams, or eccentric dudes like Pharrell and Kanye West. For girls, I would have to say my mom, for always accessorizing so elegantly, and Zoe Kravitz for always bringing an ‘edge.’

Meet the ESSENCE Fashion & Beauty Squad!
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Fashion & Beauty Squad

Don’t forget to follow @essencemag on Instagram or head straight to the ESSENCE.com Fashion page for Fashion Week updates!

Meet the ESSENCE Fashion & Beauty Squad!
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