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!
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1. STATEMENT SUNNIES

All white glasses in a fun shape will make a great statement! We love these cateye frames.
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2. SOUTHERN STYLE

From her chic hat to the pop of yellow with her handbag, this lady is serving southern elegance.
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3. SMILE

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4. TOP NOTCH WITH THE TOP KNOT

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5. IT’S ALL IN THE DETAILS

From her funky frames to her stylish skulls, it’s all about the details with this lady!
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6. GIVE ‘EM THE COLD SHOULDER

Off the shoulder style for the win.
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7. POP OF COLOR PUM PUM SHORTS!

Stay cool with bright shorts.
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8. FUN WITH FRIENDS!

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9. COOL COORDINATES

Love this Rue 107 coordinate set.
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11. AFRO

Don’t just wear it, say it!
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13. GO BOLD!

Our Entertainment Editor, Shamika Sanders, poses in a patterned skirt.
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14. DENIM DELICATES

Denim and pink go together for a feminine yet casual appeal.
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16. BLUE STEEL

Who says you have to have black lenses? Make a statement with fun colored lenses!
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17. PATTERN PARTY!

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18. FLASH TATTOOS

Easy festival style!
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19. COOL KAFTAN

Ruffle others with your dope style.
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21. 4TH OF JULY STYLE

Stylin’ in stripes and ready to meet the stars!
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23. HIGHLIGHT WITH GRAY

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24. KEEPING COOL

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25. BODY ART

Make a statement with your art.
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Four cornrows in red for easy Essence style.
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28. GO FOR GLADIATOR STYLE

Gladiator sandals or super strappy styles are perfect for showing off that pedicure!
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