Janet Jackson’s Most Iconic Performance Looks From Crop Tops to CorsetsJuly 04, 2022 at 04:00PMBack from a three-year hiatus, the Essence Festival, otherwise known as the biggest cultural event for Black women, returns to New Orleans with an exciting lineup of performers. Among them, Janet Jackson is scheduled to appear as a headliner on July 2. The pop icon shared her excitement in an Instagram video, showing her and her dance crew in action during a rehearsal. In the post, the “Rhythm Nation” singer is seen pulling her leg into a heel stretch while her backup dancers practiced some steps on her left. “Trying to properly stretch before these rehearsals,” she captioned the post.Jackson was scheduled for the 2020 Essence Fest, which was canceled, so this year’s performance is highly anticipated. Her illustrious career has earned her five Grammy awards, 160 million albums…

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7 Popular Denim Shorts Styles to Try This SummerJuly 04, 2022 at 03:00PMWhile many of us have multiple pairs of denim cutoffs, it’s easy to single out a style that’s better than the rest. Whether it’s because they emphasize your curves or fit snug around the waistband with zero gaping, these styles make you feel most confident (and likely earn you endless compliments) because they were made for your body type - even if you cut them yourself during a DIY.It’s time to determine why these shorts have become your go-to, and what style you should be consistently looking for. Whether you’re plus size, curvy, or petite, there is a silhouette that will fit you perfectly, and it will serve as a solid foundation to your outfits all summer long.We tapped denim experts at Levi’s, AGOLDE, Madewell, Paige, Mother Denim, Mavi, Citizens of…

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Smoked Turkey LegsSmoked Turkey LegsJuly 04, 2022 at 10:00AMSmoked Turkey LegsThese smoked turkey legs are brined overnight and smoked for 2-3 hours. You spritz them every 30 minutes with an easy garlic apple juice spritz that keeps the skin tender and leaves you with flavorful smoked turkey legs. Are you making a meal for a bigger group? We have a whole smoked turkey recipe as well as…Browse READ: Smoked Turkey LegsContinue Reading…Author Linley Richter | citywomen.coSelected by CWC

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Grilled Corn on the CobGrilled Corn on the CobJuly 03, 2022 at 10:00AMGrilled Corn on the CobLearn how to make corn on the cob on the grill – 2 different ways – one in the husk and one shucked! You only need sweet corn, butter, salt, and pepper. Corn on the Cob on the Grill If there is one food that reminds me of summer it’s grilled corn on the cob!…Browse READ: Grilled Corn on the CobContinue Reading…Author Lee Funke | citywomen.coSelected by CWC

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14 Styles We’re Shopping From Free People’s Major Fourth of July SaleJuly 01, 2022 at 11:36PMAmong the many great things that come with having a long holiday weekend, perhaps the most notable is the wide-array of sales being hosted by some of our favorite fashion brands - including Free People. To celebrate one of the year’s most stylish seasons, the retailer is currently having a that features markdowns of up to 50% off on everything from trending clothing and athleisure wear to best-selling accessories, shoes, intimates, and so much more. Best of all: the sale arrives just in time for the Fourth of July. So, whether you’re still searching for that perfect party outfit ahead of the big holiday or are simply looking for an excuse to stock up on some more summer-friendly styles, you’ll be able to shop the season’s hottest fashion…

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Kim Kardashian’s Latest Skims Swim Shoot Is Unapologetically TackyJuly 01, 2022 at 10:30PMKim Kardashian’s latest campaign is a campy departure from the minimal, futuristic aesthetic she’s favored in recent years. A few months after launching her first swimwear collection under her billion-dollar brand, the reality star and entrepreneur announced on July 1 the upcoming arrival of Skims Metallic Swim: a mix of bikini separates and sporty swimwear available in gold, rose gold, and silver. “Same really good, thick fabric that holds you in and holds you up, like our regular swim, but in metallics,” Kardashian said while wearing the swimwear on Instagram Stories.The campaign, however, is the real newsmaker. Photographed by Nadia Lee Cohen, the shots evoke the over-the-top luxury of the Hollywood Hills, with the late ‘70s, early '80s glam bringing to mind the original “Dynasty” soap opera. (Think: bright eyeshadow and…

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I’m a Shopping Expert and I Swear By This $30 Skort From Old NavyJuly 01, 2022 at 09:36PMWhen it comes to fashion inspiration, I find a lot of outfit ideas while scrolling through TikTok. The app is how I discovered one of my favorite matching sets, and it’s even where I discovered the most comfortable pair of affordable heels I’ve ever owned. When I saw that pretty much everyone on TikTok was rocking tennis skorts, I was immediately intrigued. At first, I purchased one from Amazon, but I kept having issues with it riding up, and ultimately I felt like the shorts underneath the skirt were too short. When I saw a photo of the Old Navy Extra High-Waisted PowerSoft Pleated Skort ($30) while shopping online one day, I had a feeling I’d found exactly what I had been searching for.When I received…

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Jordyn Woods Nails the Hip-Cutout Dress Trend in MonacoJuly 01, 2022 at 06:50PMJordyn Woods’s vacation wardrobe continues to dominate. During a trip to Monaco with boyfriend Karl-Anthony Towns, the model hit up the Monte Carlo Casino in a white dress that fit right in with her luxurious surroundings. The form-fitting number featured a large hip cutout on one side and was cinched with a drawstring to create a draped effect. She styled it with a gold Goyard clutch, white chain-strap sandals, Chanel earrings, a gold watch, and a collection of metallic bracelets.Hip cutouts have become a fashion mainstay among celebrities since last year, with Chloë committing to the trend at both the 2021 American Music Awards and the 2022 Billboard Music Awards. Megan Thee Stallion also rocked a a Mônot dress with two hip cutouts at the Vanity Fair Oscars afterparty in March,…

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Ciara Wore a Nude Body-Con Dress and Stiletto Heels to WimbledonJuly 01, 2022 at 04:25PMCiara and Russell Wilson coordinated another stylish appearance in London. The couple arrived arm-in-arm at Wimbledon on Thursday, June 30, clad in blue and tan ensembles. Ciara displayed her brand of effortless style in a nude body-con midi dress with long sleeves and ruching down the sides. She committed to the color theme with matching stiletto heels, but added a contrast with a diamond tennis necklace matched with silver diamond studs and rings. She parted her hair in the middle, her fresh blowout cascading past her shoulders and down to her lower back. With pink lips, some blush and standout eyebrows, her soft-glam makeup was the perfect finishing touch. By her side, Wilson looked dapper in a classic dark blue lapel suit, white button-down, light blue tie, and patent…

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Friday FavesFriday FavesJuly 01, 2022 at 11:29AMHi friends! Happy Friday! I hope you’ve had a wonderful week. Ours was a bit of a whirlwind. We headed back from dance competition Nationals(we stayed at the Scott, which has super cute decor and a pool that the girls LOVE)straight into fun with friends who visited from Florida for the week,straight into VEGAS, BABY.The Pilot and I are hopping on a plane to meet up with our friends Betsy and Jeremy in one of our fave spots. If you have any new Vegas recs, please send them our way!! We will absolutely be shopping (a lot), gambling (a little), and eating all of the amazing Vegas food.Caviar spread going down in 3….2….I’d love to hear what you have going on this weekend and I hope that all of my fellow US friends have a safe and…

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