It’s that time of year! Every July, New Orleans, the southern city, fills up with women, families, friends, and more to enjoy, empower, be entertained and more. From celebrity-filled panels to star-studded musical guests and more, Essence Festival brings out the best…so naturally, there is style! See who turned up the fashion to match the heat index!
1. STATEMENT SUNNIES
Source:Hello BeautifulAll white glasses in a fun shape will make a great statement! We love these cateye frames.
2. SOUTHERN STYLE
Source:Hello BeautifulFrom her chic hat to the pop of yellow with her handbag, this lady is serving southern elegance.
3. SMILE
Source:Hello Beautiful4. TOP NOTCH WITH THE TOP KNOT
Source:Hello Beautiful5. IT’S ALL IN THE DETAILS
Source:Hello BeautifulFrom her funky frames to her stylish skulls, it’s all about the details with this lady!
6. GIVE ‘EM THE COLD SHOULDER
Source:Hello BeautifulOff the shoulder style for the win.
7. ERICA ASH
Source:Hello BeautifulActress Erica Ash speaks with press about the upcoming season of Survivors’ Remorse.
8. POP OF COLOR PUM PUM SHORTS!
Source:Hello BeautifulStay cool with bright shorts.
9. FUN WITH FRIENDS!
Source:Hello Beautiful10. COOL COORDINATES
Source:Hello BeautifulLove this Rue 107 coordinate set.
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Source:Hello Beautiful12. AFRO
Source:Hello BeautifulDon’t just wear it, say it!
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Source:Hello BeautifulOur Entertainment Editor, Shamika Sanders, poses in a patterned skirt.
15. DENIM DELICATES
Source:Hello BeautifulDenim and pink go together for a feminine yet casual appeal.
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Source:Hello BeautifulWho says you have to have black lenses? Make a statement with fun colored lenses!
18. PATTERN PARTY!
Source:Hello Beautiful19. STYLIN’ IN STRIPES!
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Source:Hello BeautifulEasy festival style!
21. COOL KAFTAN
Source:Hello BeautifulRuffle others with your dope style.
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Source:Hello Beautiful23. 4TH OF JULY STYLE
Source:Hello BeautifulStylin’ in stripes and ready to meet the stars!
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Source:Hello Beautiful25. HIGHLIGHT WITH GRAY
Source:Hello Beautiful26. KEEPING COOL
Source:Hello Beautiful27. BODY ART
Source:Hello BeautifulMake a statement with your art.
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Source:Hello BeautifulFour cornrows in red for easy Essence style.
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Source:Hello Beautiful30. GO FOR GLADIATOR STYLE
Source:Hello BeautifulGladiator sandals or super strappy styles are perfect for showing off that pedicure!