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
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All white glasses in a fun shape will make a great statement! We love these cateye frames.
2. SOUTHERN STYLE
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From her chic hat to the pop of yellow with her handbag, this lady is serving southern elegance.
3. SMILE
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4. TOP NOTCH WITH THE TOP KNOT
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5. IT’S ALL IN THE DETAILS
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From her funky frames to her stylish skulls, it’s all about the details with this lady!
6. GIVE ‘EM THE COLD SHOULDER
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Off the shoulder style for the win.
7. ERICA ASH
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Actress Erica Ash speaks with press about the upcoming season of Survivors’ Remorse.
8. POP OF COLOR PUM PUM SHORTS!
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Stay cool with bright shorts.
9. FUN WITH FRIENDS!
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10. COOL COORDINATES
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Love this Rue 107 coordinate set.
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12. AFRO
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Don’t just wear it, say it!
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14. GO BOLD!
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Our Entertainment Editor, Shamika Sanders, poses in a patterned skirt.
15. DENIM DELICATES
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Denim and pink go together for a feminine yet casual appeal.
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17. BLUE STEEL
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Who says you have to have black lenses? Make a statement with fun colored lenses!
18. PATTERN PARTY!
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19. STYLIN’ IN STRIPES!
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20. FLASH TATTOOS
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Easy festival style!
21. COOL KAFTAN
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Ruffle others with your dope style.
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23. 4TH OF JULY STYLE
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Stylin’ in stripes and ready to meet the stars!
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25. HIGHLIGHT WITH GRAY
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26. KEEPING COOL
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27. BODY ART
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Make a statement with your art.
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Four cornrows in red for easy Essence style.
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30. GO FOR GLADIATOR STYLE
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Gladiator sandals or super strappy styles are perfect for showing off that pedicure!
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