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Whitney Houston’s 17 Most Iconic Beauty Moments – Essence
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Sixty-one years ago, Whitney Houston was born. She grew up in New Jersey in a star-studded family — her mother, a two-time Grammy winner, sang backup for Aretha Franklin and her cousin Diona Warwick was a ’60s pop star — reaching for Chaka Khan records to pump up her angelic grooves. Taking a cue from her vocals and sweetness, Houston earned a short lived modeling profession under Wilhelmina after being spotted acting at Carnegie Hall. As beautiful as she was, “Too picky for me,” she told ESSENCE in its 1990 cover story. “You stand there in front of the camera and just smile.”
Now, looking back, the Scout had an actual eye. In 1984 (the 12 months before she released her debut album of the identical name), Houston performed with Jermaine Jackson in New York City wearing a cropped Afro and a sculpted fuchsia blush that matched her matte lipstick. At the 1988 Grammy Awards, her full brows sat above gold eyeshadow and her signature smoky lash line. In the ’90s, her shorter version of Diana Ross’s “Twiggy” lashes were paired with smoky purple makeup, turning the look into her signature take a look at the United Negro College Fund Dinner.
As her afro grew more puffy, she began experimenting with wigs: an asymmetrical bob for the 1999 EMAs on MTV, and a historic blonde updo for the inaugural BET Awards in 2001. In the run-as much as her final years, she attended Clive Davis’ pre-Grammy party like a Golden Girl—together with her hair in a shade of brunette and makeup to kick off the evening. Despite her premature death in 2012, Houston’s angelic beauty will remain etched in history (and our hearts) until the tip of time.
In honor of her divine birthday, let’s have a look back at Whitney Houston’s most iconic beauty moments.
Introducing fuchsia makeup
Whitney Houston performed with Jermaine Jackson in New York City wearing her trademark fuchsia makeup and heavily smoky eyes.
Iconic white headband
The then 21-12 months-old previewed the white headband she wore during her performance on the 1991 Super Bowl.
Manicure without hands
Now that bare nails are all the trend, Houston was years ahead of the curve by pairing her no-mani manicure with a hairstyle harking back to Jheri curls.
The image of perfect beauty
She posed with gold eye shadow and deep lipstick on the thirtieth Annual Grammy Awards, where she won awards for Best Album and Best Female Pop Vocal Performance.
Short, glued eyelashes
She added short, tufted lashes within the Diana Ross “Twiggy” style to her signature combination of fuchsia, pink and smoky eyeliner.
Lipstick Hall of Fame Moment
At the twenty first annual Songwriters Hall of Fame, she traded in her usual purple lipstick for red to be inducted into the hall.
Bang! Bob-ish pixie
Houston paired her short haircut with an asymmetrical bob and a pixie cut, and in addition painted her lips red, added muted purple eye shadow and chocolate blush.
Pigments, pigments, pigments
At a non-public party after her performance at Madison Square Garden, she had the chance to do her hair in an enormous way, wear lipstick and add eye shadow.
Beauty Pageant Queen Coded by Chaka Khan
The beauty queen’s look recalled her idol Chaka Khan’s curly locks on the thirteenth Annual American Music Awards.
Purple under the attention
Instead of eye shadow on her lid, she opted for purple eyeliner on her lower waterline and left the upper line a smoky black.
Whitney Houston Classic
Among Houston’s most historic moments (except for her Super Bowl performance), essentially the most recognizable thing about her performance at the primary annual BET Awards was her dirty-blonde wig and outsized personality.
Deep Tones MTV
At the eighth Annual MTV Movie Awards, she wore her usual makeup look of shades of purple and red, but a darker shade than usual.
Short cut and red lips
Houston sat next to Janet Jackson on the 71st Annual Academy Awards, wearing a red lip and muted makeup.
Golden Girl Hair and Makeup
She showed as much as Clive Davis’s pre-Grammy party looking just like the Golden Girl she is, with brown hair (and eyebrows) and makeup.
Touched by an angel
Her vocals soared to heavenly heights during her performance at Madison Square Garden, which she attended in her classic make-up.
Brown Mullet Charm
She attended the tenth annual United Negro College Fund Telethon wearing a Czech soccer-style haircut, which is currently very trendy.
Inspiration for black girls
Houston hugs her young fans at a concert within the UK, weaving their beaded pigtails and butterfly clips into her asymmetrical bob.
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Masculinity just got a brand new scent – and that is what it smells like Shaboozey. Starring Lil Nas XPeso Pluma, Vinnie Hacker and The Kid LAROI in the newest Yves Saint Laurent fragrance project “Bar song (tipsy)” artist is the newest to define the meaning of “modern masculine” beauty.
“The collaboration with YSL Beauty is truly exciting because the company has always been at the forefront of culture, redefining what it means to be bold and timeless,” Shaboozey tells ESSENCE. The musician’s true self-expression, showcased within the brand’s digital design “Born MYSLF, No Matter What”, represents the message behind their latest men’s fragrance MYSLF Perfume.
“I liked how we explored the concept that being strong doesn’t have to mean fitting into a box,” he says, topping off the country music genre with bleached-tipped wicks. “It’s about owning who you are, being real, and YSL Beauty gave me the space to show that.”
Known for his 18-week #1 on the Billboard Hot 100 (one week away from breaking Lil Nas the important thing to Shaboozey’s success is easy: balance.
From gym workouts to meditation sessions and knowing when to walk away, “for me, self-care was about finding balance,” she says, which is a chord that also strikes in the brand new fragrance. Vanilla bourbon in a YSL bottle, the extreme masculine aroma hits each floral and oud notes, providing sensuality and strength in equal measure. “She has that presence and stays with you, which is exactly what I need when I’m on the move.”
The global men’s grooming market is anticipated to be price $115 billion by 2028 (up 77 percent year-on-year) the boys’s cosmetics boom represents a obligatory shift not only from two-in-one shampoos and overpowering fragrances, but in addition within the definition of masculinity as an entire. According to Shaboozey, YSL’s latest fragrance is ahead of the curve. “YSL Beauty has a track record of pushing boundaries while staying classic, and that’s a vibe I’ve always admired.”
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Kelis published her first children’s book, “The Seven Wonders of Africa”, inspired by her travels
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Kelis is a lady of many talents, and her latest featured work is as a children’s book writer. The singer announced on Instagram that she has written a brand new book titled, which follows the adventures of foremost character Abel Sabbath Brown across the continent. The singer also announced in the identical breath that she had began a brand new company.
“I’m so happy to finally show you something I’ve been working on. I WROTE MY FIRST CHILDREN’S BOOK!!! I started a company called MAKE IT BROWN,” she wrote within the caption on Instagram under a video during which she discusses the brand new book.
“We only aim to offer characters and stories about places and adventures that our youngsters can see themselves in. It’s all about love and representation. The inspiration to write down this story was my trip to Africa this yr,” she continued within the caption.
Over the past yr, Kelis has been giving us the travel content we didn’t know we wanted, documenting her travels across Africa. Artist Milkshake has traveled to places similar to Tanzania, Kenya, Zanzibar and Rwanda, immersing herself in local communities and agriculture.
The 45-year-old artist further wrote: “I traveled with my family and we were so grateful to see all the sweetness this continent has to supply. From the people to the bottom, it was just amazing. And I desired to share this with all of you and your families. I actually love us, so from the underside of my heart to you! Welcome into your heart THE SEVEN WONDERS OF AFRICA AND THE SABBATH BROWN. ❤️ #book #kids #To read #children’s book #Africa #eastafrica #to learn“
The latest writer also announced in a separate post that the children’s book is now available on her website in paper, digital and audio versions.
Grammy Award-winning singer Bilal doesn’t need an enormous arena to dominate the room – only a studio in Brooklyn, 100 devoted fans and collaborators who understand the soul of music. On a December night in 2023, energy at Glasshouse was electrifying, with stars like Questlove, Common and Robert Glasper gathered close together, exchanging riffs and jokes as if the audience wasn’t even there. Now this magic has been closed and awaits its premiere on November 20, 2024 on Glasshaus’ YouTube channel.
Bilal isn’t only a concert film – it’s a mirrored image of his journey as some of the progressive and underrated musical talents. Directed by Glasshaus founder Jarrett Wetherell, the 65-minute documentary takes us on a rare, intimate performance. Alongside such influential collaborators as Questlove, Common and Robert Glasper, Bilal delivers performances which might be raw and electrifying, filled with the vulnerability and soul that make him an artist artist. The film captures not only the music, but additionally the unspoken bond between these legends and highlights Bilal’s position as some of the influential voices of our generation.
“This film is a love letter to one of the greatest singers of our time,” Wetherell reflects. “Bilal conveys a sense of vulnerability during his performances and interviews, which is rare among artists today. It is an intimate way that puts you in the studio with five legends, immersed in their music and the moment.”
it is a masterclass in creativity, captured in real time. Questlove turns a six-minute anecdote concerning the making of “Sometimes” into an unforgettable lesson in musical storytelling, while Common blurs the road between audience and performer, breaking into out-of-the-box freestyles and revisiting timeless verses from “Reminisce” and “Funkowo for You.”
In essence, the film is a love letter to some of the influential artists of his generation. From his genre-bending debut to underground hits like and , Bilal returns to his catalog with a fresh twist, delivering long-awaited releases just like the business release of “Something to Hold” and “All For Love.” Split-screen cinematography enhances the intimacy, drawing the viewer into every subtle moment – the movement of fingers over the strings, the glances exchanged during improvisation – all highlighting the magic of the music and the deep connection between these legends.
It’s Bilal who finally gets the flowers and each moment seems late. As Questlove put it best: “He’s Beyoncé’s favorite singer.” The film doesn’t just showcase Bilal’s vocals – it shows him as a cornerstone of the Soulquarian movement, whose influence is woven into the material of up to date music.
For fans, the experience goes beyond the screen. The limited edition 2xLP vinyl offers a tangible piece of magic, while the live album, released earlier this yr, is essential for collectors.
Watch the premiere on November 20, 2024 at 5:00 PM ET Glasshaus YouTube channel. Watch the video below.
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