The New York Hilton Midtown housed this year’s annual Breast Cancer Research Foundation (BCRF) Symposium and Awards Luncheon on Thursday, October 25th.
In the Esther & Carol’s intimate downstairs lounge, HBO held its New York Comedy Showcase on Wednesday, October 17th. As an extension of the American Black Film Festival in Miami, the showcase was hosted by Godfrey and featured the comedic talents of Blaq Ron, the winner of HBO’s ABFF Comedy Wings 2018, and runner-up Rita Brent.
Rain and gloomy overcast skies were no match for the enthusiastic crowd of fashion gurus and brand influencers descending upon the Duggan Greenhouse in Brooklyn. Uniting the like-minded beauties was the return of the 2018 ESSENCE Street Style Festival on Sunday, September 9th. This was a celebration pumped full of energy and positivity, highlighting black culture, style, and community. The guest list was chock-full of notable personalities, including Amanda Seales, comedian and star of HBO’s Insecure, who stepped out in style to host the event. Kellie Brown, Teyana Taylor, Yemi Alade, and DJs Jasmine Solano and Olivia Dope were also in attendance.
Celebrities and attendees alike came together to embrace over 80 black-owned businesses. The Greenhouse was packed full of vendors, such as the Honey Pot, Nyakio, Kelewele, Diggin’ Her Roots, Cee Cee’s Closet, Soul Balm Sisters, and many more that offered products, giveaways, and prizes.
Nike gave away a pair of their signature shoes from LeBron James’ latest sneaker launch, “The Strongest” campaign. This campaign celebrates the strength of 16 incredible black women from across several industries. The shoe, gifted to an ecstatic attendee, was designed by Fe Noel, Kimberly Goldson, and Undra Celeste.
Many great products were available indoors, giving guests the option to shop around before heading outdoors to enjoy delicious bites from diverse cultures offered by a line of food trucks. With appetites satiated, budding fashionistas enjoyed live entertainment held on the large outdoor stage. DJ Olivia Dope warmed up the crowd with a set full of favorites. Afterward, Macy’s held an unconventional fashion show of its own, allowing audience members to put their skills to the test with “Putting It All Together,” an on-the-spot styling challenge.
As the festivities approached an inevitable end, two highly anticipated celebrity guests closed out the festival with a bang. Kelis, style icon and songstress, and Teyana Taylor, songstress, dancer, actor, and model, braved the rain with a high energy performance that left fans buzzing. Teyana herself brought along a special guest, her 2-year-old daughter Junie, who made an adorable appearance in support of her mom. At the closing of the festival, Julee Wilson and Cori Murray presented Kelis with the ESSENCE Street Style Disruptor Award.
ESSENCE has found a way to capture and highlight black women’s contributions to style and fashion at the height of NYFW and it was a resounding success!
BROOKLYN, NY – SEPTEMBER 09: Teyana Taylor performs on stage at 2018 Essence Street Style Festival on September 9, 2018 in Brooklyn City. (Photo by Dave Kotinsky/Getty Images for Essence)
BROOKLYN, NY – SEPTEMBER 09: Amanda Seales attends 2018 Essence Street Style Festival on September 9, 2018 in Brooklyn City. (Photo by Dave Kotinsky/Getty Images for Essence)
BROOKLYN, NY – SEPTEMBER 09: Models speak on stage at 2018 Essence Street Style Festival on September 9, 2018 in Brooklyn City. (Photo by Dave Kotinsky/Getty Images for Essence)
BROOKLYN, NY – SEPTEMBER 09: Models attend 2018 Essence Street Style Festival on September 9, 2018 in Brooklyn City. (Photo by Dave Kotinsky/Getty Images for Essence)
Bringing a touch of British heritage to NYC, Ben Sherman makes a historic return to Soho with a new limited time only concept store pop-up. The classic brand will be exclusively available during this year’s fall and holiday season.
The new HBO late-night show Random Acts of Flyness created an ear ringing buzz on the heels of its August 3rd premiere with a surreal pop-up museum experience.
The annual National Urban Technology Center Gala Awards Dinner was held at the elegant uptown Pierre Hotel in New York City this past Wednesday, June 13th. Celebrating 23 years of investing in today’s youth to create tomorrow’s leaders, Urban Tech pulled out all the stops, raising a record amount of support for their newest integrative school curriculum, Dignity for All (DFA).
Rémy Martin celebrated National Cognac Day on June 4, 2018, with the global launch of their new Rémy Martin Limited Edition VSOP and Augmented Reality Tour: ARt.
“Queen Sugar” is an intertwining tale of the estranged Bordelon siblings of Louisiana. Nova (Rutina Wesley), a journalist and vocal black activist, is the core of the family.
Established in 2016 in honor of Moët’s long-standing position as the official champagne of the Golden Globes, the Moët Moment Film Festival celebrated its third year on Wednesday, April 25th, 2018, during the Tribeca Film Festival. The challenge issued to its contestants: create a short film in 60 seconds or less. The theme: celebration!
Riboli Family Wine Estates kicked off spring in NYC with a chic wine and cheese event on Wednesday, April 11th.