Today is the final day of Essence Fest, 2026!

While I personally wasn’t there, Fashion Bomb Daily had reporters on the ground to report on stylish moments. Take a look at some highlights!

1.Cardi B on Night One

Cardi B kicked off night 1 in a series of wow worthy looks.

She always knows how to slay!

2. Michelle Obama in Proenza Schouler

For her highly anticipated appearance at Essence Festival, Michelle Obama took the stage in a black sleeveless Proenza Schouler midi dress featuring dramatic feather and eyelet embellishment cascading down the skirt, paired with black pointed-toe pumps. Styled by Thomas Christos, the former First Lady looked polished and powerful as she engaged with Keke Palmer and the crowd, generating one of the most talked-about fashion moments of the weekend.

3.Brandy in Jovana Louis

Brandy made a regal statement while accepting the Legend Award at the ESSENCE Women in Music event.

The singer wore a striking custom red gown by Jovana Louis, complete with a matching pillbox hat and opera gloves, creating a bold monochromatic look. Styled by Ashley Sean Thomas, Brandy’s ensemble was a sophisticated nod to timeless glamour and one of the standout fashion moments of ESSENCE Festival.

4.Tisha Campbell in H&M

Tisha Campbell joined Bevy Smith in conversation at Bevy’s annual H&M brunch, where she and her son coordinated in stylish H&M looks. The actress looked radiant in an all-white ensemble as the pair made a fashionable appearance together.

5. Normani and Ryan Destiny Backstage

Fashion Bomb Daily caught up with Normani and Ryan Destiny backstage at Essence Festival, where the longtime friends opened up about navigating the industry together and detailed their patriotic Fourth of July looks. Normani stepped out in Dsquared2, turning heads with a festive yet fashion-forward ensemble. The pair’s candid conversation offered a refreshing glimpse into what it looks like to build and sustain a genuine friendship in Hollywood.

What was your favorite moment from Essence Fest? Let us know below!

*We need to take a special moment for Ms. Patti Labelle, who said she loves fashion, and never leaves home in jogging pants or jeans.

We love an elegant queen!

Videos: @FreshMadeit/ Ashley Dunn/OhBrezzy/Essence

This week’s Amazon Sunday is all about the travel pieces that earned their spot during our time in Europe. Some were essentials I always pack, while others were newer additions that made long flights, hotel stays, and busy days out and about feel so much easier.

The standouts were the little things that smoothed over the chaos of a travel day: AirTags in luggage for peace of mind, packing cubes that kept everyone organized, hand wipes for those long stretches in the airport, and portable chargers that kept us entertained gate to gate. I also included a few beauty and toiletry essentials that I rely on to feel refreshed after a full day of being on the move.

Browse the full selection below, and explore more in our JB Amazon Shop and Amazon Storefront, refreshed weekly.

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Oooh: I’ve wanted a pair of these comfy pants from AYR for a while, and this may be a sale that’s too good to pass up. Readers love these pants for comfortable pull-on work pants and travel-friendly pants… they’re washable, they’re washable and available in three lengths.

The moss (the color pictured) is the only one in stock at the moment for a lot of sizes, but it’s a great sale — the pants are $165 full price, but the pants come down to $66. (They are final sale only, alas.)

(Readers also love (LOVE) these jeans, and I’ve also been scoping out this stand collar blouse.)

The sale ends in 12 hours, so if you want to poke around, now is the time! Have a great weekend, all.

Sales of note for 6/26:

• Amazon Prime Day is still continuing! You can check out our roundup here… Also don’t forget that sister site Shopbop is offering 25% off a lot of great brands if you link your Prime account, including brands like A.L.C., Aeyde, Alex Mill, Alice & Olivia, Anine Bing, Barefoot Dreams, Beyond Yoga, Birkenstock, Black Halo, Clare V., Cult Gaia, Farm Rio, Ferragamo, Frank & Eileen, Jenni Kayne, La Ligne, Marine Layer, Nili Lotan, Printfresh (!), rag & bone, RAILS, STAUD, Stuart Weitzman, Theory, TWP, Veronica Beard, Vince, White & Warren, Xirena, and Z-Supply
• Nordstrom – Designer clearance, up to 60% off!
• Alexis Bittar – End of season sale, up to 50% off
• Another Tomorrow – Seasonal sale, 50% off select styles
• Ann Taylor – Semi-annual sale! 300+ new markdowns, extra 50% off al sale styles Readers love this blouse and I always love the variety of colors/textures for this jacket (it’s a great separate)
• Athleta – Semi-annual sale, up to 60% off reader favorites like Brookyn and Endless pants, and the Pranayama wrap is marked down to $55
• AYR – Ooh, good sale section — but lots on final sale. Readers love (LOVE) these comfy work pants and these jeans.
• Banana Republic – Up to 60% off sale styles
• Boden – Summer sale, up to 50% off – readers love these dresses, these blazers, and the brand’s fun suiting
• COS – New pieces added to sale, up to 50% off
• DeMellier – Summer sale: Final Reductions
• The Fold – Up to 50% off, further markdowns
• Hobbs – Up to 50% off, extra 20% off sale
• J.Crew – Summer sale – extra 50% off all sale styles
• J.Crew Factory – 50% off all stores and sitewide, plus 60% off clearance
• Jenni Kayne – Semi-annual warehouse sale
• Lo & Sons – Summer sale, up to 50% off
• Lululemon – Summer sale!
• Margaux – Save up to 50% off, including archive sale
• M.M.LaFleur – Fourth of July sale! 70% off occasion styles (Try code CORPORETTE15 for 15% off on other items)
• Nordstrom Rack – Clearance, new arrivals up to 75% off! Nice selection of Vince, Veronica Beard, Reiss and Rag & Bone, a ton of affordable work dresses from Calvin Klein, Maggy London, Eliza J, and Donna Morgan
• Ruti – Semi-annual sale, up to 70% off!
• Sarah Flint – 30% off select styles (we just ranked these shoes as some of our top 10 most comfortable heel brands)
• Splendid – Up to 60% off women’s sale!
• Strathberry – Up to 20% off select styles
• Stuart Weitzman – Summer styles now up to 40% off
• Talbots – 40% off your purchase and 6/26 only: 50% off all T by Talbots
• Veronica Beard – Extra 25% off sale

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• The Wall Street Journal [gift link] looked at how the first-day-of-work outfit is more casual for Gen Z.
• Allure spoke to the hair and makeup designers for the Legally Blonde prequel series, Elle, about how they created the look for a teenage Elle.
• The Atlantic [gift link] noted how American brands aren’t going big on patriotism for the country’s 250th birthday.
• The New York Times [gift link] revealed the secret reasons bosses want everyone back in the office every day.
• Harvard Business Review explained how the best leaders respond to employees’ rule breaking.
• TIME looked at the battle of the sexes over air conditioning at work.
• The Financial Times shared how employers around the world are increasingly offering menstrual leave and highlighted the debate over its value as well as the fears over unintended consequences.
• The Wall Street Journal [gift link] observed that student loans are following more Americans into what were supposed to be their retirement years. More than 3 million people 62 and older owe federal student loans, up from 1.8 million in 2018.
• Your Laugh of the Week comes from Points in Case, with “We Regret to Inform You That the Position You Interviewed for Has Been Filled by My Nephew.”

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Following the recent severe Venezuela earthquakes that struck north-centre of the country, establishing communication is vital for survival and peace of mind. If you are seeking immediate medical help or trying to track down missing loved ones, utilize these verified crisis response networks.

For Individuals Inside Venezuela

Local infrastructure has suffered massive disruptions, but emergency services are prioritizing active rescue and trauma care.

• National Emergency Hotline: Dial 911 for immediate police, fire, or ambulance deployment.

• Civil Protection (Protección Civil): Call +58 (212) 641-4774 for localized search-and-rescue assistance.

• Local Action: If cellular networks fail, proceed directly to the nearest converted public school or community center, which are currently operating as emergency shelters and donation hubs.

For Families Outside Venezuela (Locating Loved Ones)

With thousands displaced and communications unstable, finding family members requires specialized channels.

• Red Cross Restoring Family Links (RFL): The Venezuelan Red Cross is actively processing reunification requests. International relatives should contact their local national Red Cross or Red Crescent chapter to submit an official tracing request.

• U.S. Citizens: Families looking for American citizens in the affected zones can contact the U.S. Department of State via their 24/7 emergency line at +1-202-501-4444 (or toll-free within the U.S. at +1-888-407-4747).

• Digital Tracing: Keep an eye on major social media safety features (such as Facebook’s Crisis Response) where survivors are actively marking themselves safe as connectivity sporadically returns.

Following the devastating earthquakes in Venezuela, several United Nations agencies are actively sponsoring humanitarian aid operations and have launched emergency appeals for donations to support critical life-saving activities, such as providing shelter, medical care, and clean water.

Here are the primary UN-sponsored contacts and donation channels to support the relief efforts:

Primary UN Agencies with Emergency Appeals

• UNICEF (UN Children’s Fund)UNICEF is prioritizing access to safe water, local health services, and psychosocial support for children. They have already delivered emergency supplies, including health kits and tents.

• UNHCR (UN Refugee Agency)UNHCR is scaling up its protection response and providing temporary shelter support for the most vulnerable people affected by the disaster.

  • How to Donate: Donate directly through the UNHCR Venezuela Emergency page.

  • International Office Contact: For information or to donate, you can contact the headquarters in Geneva at +41 22 739 8111 or email saltmars@unhcr.org for specific media/donor queries.

In-Country Contacts and Coordination

If you are looking for specific operational details within Venezuela or have general queries regarding the coordinated UN response, you can contact these offices:

• UNHCR Representation in Venezuela

  • Address: Av. Luis Roche, Quinta Elsa, Urb. Altamira, Municipio Chacao 1060, Caracas.

  • Phone: +58 212 264 1679 or +58 212 264 7391.

  • Email: venca@unhcr.org.

• OCHA (UN Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs)OCHA is coordinating the international rescue and aid teams on the ground. They manage the Venezuela Humanitarian Fund.

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