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.

Essence Magazine has celebrated beautiful black women and black culture for 50 years. Today, OWN debuted the official trailer for its highly anticipated original documentary series, “Time of ...

NEW ORLEANS (WGNO) — With Essence Fest days away, Essence Magazine is already showcasing four different magazine covers featuring Mardi Gras Indians for its 30th anniversary issue. Filmmaker and ...

OWN’s Time Of Essence first episode of the five-part docuseries, with the magazine’s early origins, starting in the 1970s by four Black men—Ed Lewis, Cecil Hollingsworth, Clarence Smith and ...

When Essence magazine twice wanted to represent New Orleans on its covers over the past two years, it turned to Edward Buckles. Why it matters: The New Orleans native opted to put locals in the ...

In honor of Mother’s Day and ESSENCE’s 50th anniversary, we’re celebrating with a look back at the many ways ESSENCE magazine has paid tribute to motherhood on its covers.

NEW ORLEANS (WGNO) — With Essence Fest days away, Essence Magazine is already showcasing four different magazine covers featuring Mardi Gras Indians for its 30th anniversary issue. Filmmaker and ...