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BETTER WITH TIME
NOLA native Teedra Moses recounts how her natural hair journey mirrored her evolution as a singer and songwriter As told to Akili King.

A REVOLUTION ON CANVAS
Brandan “BMike” Odums sees public art as a way to ensure his community’s survival by transforming neighborhoods into valued cultural spaces
By Kimberly Wilson

A NEWFOUND HOME
Queen Sugar’s Kofi Siriboe takes us on a tour of his adopted town and invites us into the multidisciplinary creative sanctuary he founded for working artists 
By Brande Victorian

TYRA’S BACK!
The star of reality TV, movies and top beauty-brand campaigns reflects on her recent challenges, her future plans and the Victoria’s Secret runway
appearance that just might have been her opening salvo in a return to top-modeling. 
By Brooklyn White-Grier

INSIDE THE BEAUTY TOURISM BOOM
Traveling abroad for cheaper cosmetic procedures is the ultimate beauty hack, but only if you do your homework.
By Keydra Manns

SHA’CARRI RICHARDSON SPIKES OFF: A SPRINT TO GREATNESS ON AND OFF THE TRACK:
Having put in the work, the megastar is making great strides in her personal life—and is all set for another successful season By Sharí Nycole.

COUPLE-CARE: ROOTED IN LOVE:
Three high-profile couples reveal how being intentional about taking care of each other keeps their love flame burning strong By Shelby Stewart, Melissa Noel and Akili King.

AN ICON NAMED SERENA: For the incomparable tennis phenom, business mogul, investor, wife and mother of two, life after the competition circuit is as hard-charging and full of accomplishments as ever By Danyel Smith.

TONI ON TOP: Toni Braxton, one of thebmost distinctive voices in music, reflects on her passage through grief and where she is now By Shelby Stewart.

TEMS IS JUST A GIRL - Gabriella Karefa-Johnson, the first Black woman to style a cover of Vogue, talks with music superstar Tems about the necessity of being true to oneself— despite the high visibility of global fame.

JUNE AMBROSE: RAP’S STYLE ARCHITECT - ESSENCE’s Best in Fashion Awards “Impact Award of the Year” recipient takes stock of her legacy as a tastemaker, including her inventive contributions to the fashion and culture of hip-hop By Robyn Mowatt.

HAUTE COMB - A celebrity hairstylist honors her roots—and celebrates the various textures of our crowning glory By Akili King.

It’s so hot in here as Usher, Damson, Russell and more bring the star power—and the heat—to our annual Men's issue. Plus, check out our Best in Travel Awards before you hit the road.

Spring Refresh: Standout products for hair, skin, nails to revitalize your beauty routine. Plus, home design ideas, event planners’ secrets. Also, Black women turn heads in the beauty biz and more...

Jump-Start 2024! Meet Black women shaking up the sports biz, level up your lingerie game, score a hot braid-out. Plus, learn the secrets of long-lasting relationships and how to improve your sex life

‘This the season and an all-star cast helps us celebrate! Plus, cool gift ideas for you and yours, wellness trends to spark joy, red lipsticks we love and African chefs bring flavors of the Motherland

Get ready for fall with our annual Fashion issue featuring hot styles and cool stars. Plus, best beauty buys for the season, must-have accessories to level up your outfits and more

Trailblazer Missy Elliott, R&B star Monica, rapper Coi Leray, actress Dominique Fishback and more bring the heat this season. Plus, what to wear, where to go and what to do for summertime fun.

NFL star Jalen Hurts, actor Larenz Tate, rapper Jadakiss, NBA fave Chris Paul and others spice up our Men’s issue. Plus, gifts for Mother's and Father's days, Juneteenth drink recipes and more!

Celebrate Black folks breaking barriers in business, the arts and entertainment. Plus, Best in Black Beauty Awards, Black Women in Hollywood winners, tips for the soft life, gentle parenting and more!

No limits! In our January/February issue we explore Black love in various forms, update 90s glam, level up in power suits and get words of wisdom from Michelle Obama, Sheryl Lee Ralph and more

Celebrating Us: Angela Bassett has much to be thankful for. Plus, gift ideas for the entire family, cool fashion to keep you toasty in winter, self-care tips to lift your spirits and more

Fashionably Black: Chlöe & Halle, Slick Woods, LeToya Luckett, Aldis Hodge and other celebs help us usher in fall. Plus, HBCU homecoming style, Black women in the million-dollar club and more

Music legend Janet Jackson, country star Mickey Guyton, ace comedian Kevin Hart and more bring the heat to ESSENCE Fest. Plus, what to wear, where to go and what to do for summertime fun

All-Star Celebration: Cardi B, Offset and kids, Vanessa Williams, Quinta Brunson, PJ Morton and more are in the spotlight. Plus, we mark 52 years of ESSENCE, and serve up a tempting Juneteenth menu

Breaking Barriers: Celebrate Black women making waves in the entertainment biz, refresh and reset for spring, check out our Best in Black Beauty Awards winners. Plus, Method Man and more!

No limits! Our January/February issue inspires you to level up in 2022: Find love, start a business, stay fit, ignite joy. Plus, our annual hair awards and Black history revisited

‘Tis the season and Lizzo, Simone Biles, Tabitha Brown, Nikole Hannah-Jones and others help us celebrate. Plus, our Blackest gift guide ever, must-try recipes and self-care tips to lift your spirits

Fall forward with Megan Thee Stallion in our Sept/Oct Style issue featuring cool stars and hot fashion. Plus, must-watch TV shows and tips for better sex tonight

Festival headliner Jazmine Sullivan and our steamy screen kings bring the spirit of the season. Plus, tips for smart travel, cool fashion and lots of hot fun in the summertime

It’s our 51st Anniversary! Compelling voices give their take on the past year. Plus, Best in Black Beauty Awards, Black Women in Hollywood winners, summer grilling 101, stress-busting tips, and more!

Let’s go "back to Queens" with Eddie Murphy and company in Coming 2 America. Plus, find fresh inspiration for spring and beyond in our Black creatives issue

Rihanna shines bright. Plus, we turn the spotlight on Kamala Harris and other Black women making waves, and offer a monthly guide to help you reset in 2021

Emmy-winner Zendaya on being Black Hollywood’s wildest dream, how Black workers are pivoting after the pandemic and we seek and find our joy. Plus, see which books by Black authors kept us sane in 2020.

La La Anthony talks success and identity, Black creatives shine and we remember John Lewis. Plus, see who made the list in our 2nd annual Best in Black Fashion Awards

Cover star Billy Porter talks activism, virtual dance parties keep us sane and a woman could be VP. Plus, self-care and wellness tips to help us navigate uncertain times

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