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From Degrees To Debt: Why Gen Z Feels Financially Doomed

1 day ago | girlsunited.essence.com | Fallon Brannon

Unrecognizable young adult african woman hand entering personal identification number on ATM dial panel – Millennial person withdrawing money at automatic ATM machine typing secret security code number According to a recent J.P. Morgan Research study, the probability of an economic recession now sits at 60%, a significant jump from 25% in March.
Zaya Wade Is The Face Of MAC’s New Lipglass Air

5 days ago | girlsunited.essence.com | Larry Stansbury

Zaya Wade is no stranger to the spotlight, but she’s not here to live in anyone’s shadow. The 16-year-old style maven, trans advocate, and founder of the nonprofit Translatable is blazing her own trail—and now, she’s adding beauty muse to her growing résumé. In her latest partnership with MAC Cosmetics, Zaya stars in a new campaign for Lipglass Air, a featherlight, high-shine remix of the cult-classic Lipglass.
Style Powerhouse Torianna Breaux Is Set to Take Over The Industry

6 days ago | girlsunited.essence.com | Mecca Pryor

From the sunny streets of Houston, Texas, to the fast-paced energy of New York City, designer Torianna Breaux is taking her Tordrobes brand to bold new heights. Five years ago, she launched her fashion journey with a single bulk order—an ambitious leap that changed her life forever. Now, she’s in the heart of New York City, gearing up to unveil her latest campaign and debut her highly anticipated summer collection.
Pharrell’s Black Ambition NY Learning Labs Aims To Empower Entrepeneurs

6 days ago | girlsunited.essence.com | Mecca Pryor

Black Ambition hosted an exciting welcome reception to honor the exceptional prize winners and officially kick off their New York Learning Labs. Dr. Monica Williams, Founder and CEO of Red Drop, won first place. Thoma Fields, Founder and CEO of GRIND, earned second place. The event marks the beginning of an exciting chapter in their ongoing mission to close the wealth gap through entrepreneurship.
The Best Dressed Gen Z Stars At The 2025 MET Gala

1 week ago | girlsunited.essence.com | Danielle Wright

The 2025 Met Gala, themed “Superfine: Tailoring Black Style,” was a celebration of Black fashion and dandyism, and our favorite Gen Z celebrities did not disappoint making their significant sartorial statements. From Doechii in Louis Vuitton to Doja Cat in Marc Jacobs, The MET was the stage for Black stars to shine. Scroll ahead and check out our best dressed Gen Z stars for the 2025 MET Gala.
The Best Dressed Black Creatives On Instagram This Week

1 week ago | girlsunited.essence.com | Mecca Pryor

Tonight marks fashion’s biggest event — the Met Gala. While not every beloved fashion influencer will grace the industry’s most iconic red carpet, they continue to deliver style excellence every day. Their presence reminds us that fashion isn’t just about the spotlight — it’s about the stories and creativity that the spotlight helps bring to life.
2025 Met Gala Celebrates Black Dandyism: A Legacy Of Style, Resistance, And Identity

1 week ago | girlsunited.essence.com | Daniella Johnson

The 2025 Met Gala is set to shine a spotlight on Black culture with a theme that celebrates the essence of Black Dandyism. This year’s theme invites celebrities and models to embrace what it means to embody a ‘Black Dandy,’ a style that transcends mere fashion, representing a legacy of resistance, refinement, and self-expression. Fashion historian and pop culture archivist Nygel Simons explains that Black Dandyism is more than just aesthetics.
5 Mocktail Recipes To Celebrate Cinco de Mayo

1 week ago | girlsunited.essence.com | Brianna Robles

Cinco de Mayo, which translates to the Fifth of May, is a celebration that honors Mexico’s victory over the French at the Battle of Puebla in 1862. With its rich history, we often honor the day by celebrating with food and drinks most closely associated with Mexican culture — including foods like tacos, burritos, enchiladas, but most importantly margaritas.
Panera Made A Croissant Clutch And Honestly, It Eats

1 week ago | girlsunited.essence.com | Danielle Wright

After the internet went into a social media frenzy over the brand’s Baguette Bag in 2023, Panera is back with another accessory that’s part high fashion and part high-function. This time, it’s a croissant-shaped clutch, and it’s inspired by their new Croissant Toast Sandwiches that’s ultra buttery and perfectly flaky.
Digestible Politics: Here's What Happened At The White House This Month

1 week ago | girlsunited.essence.com | Fallon Brannon

WASHINGTON, DC – APRIL 30: U.S. President Donald Trump appears during a Cabinet meeting at the White House on April 30, 2025 in Washington, DC. Trump convened the meeting as reports released today say the U.S. economy contracted 0.3% in the first quarter of 2025, the first negative reading in three years, fueled by a massive surge in imports ahead of the administration’s expected tariffs.