Kimberly Wilson
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ESScent Of The Week: Ellis Brooklyn’s GUAVA GRANITA Smells Like Summer In A Bottle
I am in need of a vacation — badly. And while I have no immediate plans to have some fun in the sun, there’s something...
Beyond Beignets: Black Chefs Changing The Culinary Scene In New Orleans
This story appears in our May/June issue, officially on newsstands April 24. African traditions have influenced the food dished out in New Orleans ever since...
WNBA Star Angel Reese Just Scored Her Biggest Win Yet: Homeownership At 22
It’s been a whirlwind year for Angel Reese. The Chicago Sky phenom known as “Bayou Barbie” has been collecting wins both on and off the...
A Revolution On Canvas
This story appears in the May/June 2025 issue of ESSENCE, on newsstands April 24. I’m feeling hopeful,” Brandan “BMike” Odums tells me during our brief...
LaLa Anthony Learned The Hard Way That Looking Rich Isn’t Being Rich—Now She’s Sharing The Habits That Built Her Wealth
For my entire adult life, LaLa Anthony has always been that girl. From her early days as a radio personality to becoming a fixture in...
The Cost Of Glam
To hear social media tell it, the beauty industry is filled with success stories. From TikTok-viral product launches turning up every day to multimillion-dollar brand...
Do You Really Need An MBA? For Black Women, The Answer Is Evolving
When Katrice Miller first began coaching professionals nearly two decades ago, the MBA was considered a golden ticket to success. Now? The shine has dimmed—but...
“Whose Life Are You Living?” Morgan DeBaun Wants You to Ask That—Then Rewrite The Answer
Morgan DeBaun is no stranger to trailblazing. As the founder and CEO of Blavity Inc., she’s carved out one of the most influential media platforms...
“Whose Life Are You Living?” Morgan DeBaun Wants You to Ask That—Then Rewrite The Answer
Morgan DeBaun is no stranger to trailblazing. As the founder and CEO of Blavity Inc., she’s carved out one of the most influential media platforms...
ESScent Of The Week: Guerlain’s Pêche Mirage Is Not Your Basic Peach
When Miranda Priestly said, “Florals, for spring? Groundbreaking” that was exactly my response when I found out Guerlain was releasing a new peach scent for...