Essence Festival is approaching, and during July 4th weekend African-American women and their friends will descend upon New Orleans, Louisiana, for a fun-filled weekend of music, beauty, upliftment, education, and more! Whether this is your first time at Essence or you go every year with girlfriends, here are seven "must-haves" you shouldn't forget to pack!

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These Cazal Eyewear and Cynthia Rowley statement sunnies will have you looking oh-so stylish throughout Spring and Summer!

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Wear it, dress your iPhone, or drink out of it. You will want these #BlackGirlMagic illustrations!

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