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Black America Web
04-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Black America Web
The Girls Gathered: Inside The Black Women In Music Dinner That Served Sisterhood, Sophistication & Style
Source: Leon Bennett / Getty Los Angeles sparkled with intention and Black girl magic on June 2 as some of the most influential names in entertainment gathered for the inaugural Black Women in Music dinner. Hosted by the Connie Orlando Foundation , the evening wasn't just another swanky awards show for many. The soiree was a love letter to the Black women shaping the music industry, in front of the mic and behind the scenes. The event honored icons and innovators alike while raising money and awareness for breast cancer treatment. But make no mistake, this night was created by Black women, for Black women. From the moment guests stepped into the venue, every detail ooed with intention. Think pink, purple, and white table settings , records turned centerpieces engraved with names like 'ROSETTA' and 'MISSY,' and napkins printed with milestone moments in Black women's music history. Source: Leon Bennett / Getty Ciara & Her Daughter Sienna Steal The Spotlight At The Black Women In Music Dinner Sylvia Rhone, Ciara, June Ambrose, and Phylicia Fant were all honored during the evening, each representing different lanes of Black excellence in music. Ci Ci and her daughter Sienna walked the carpet in matching black suits, giving businesswoman chic with a side of mother-daughter magic. They were a living representation of legacy, and Sienna glowed at her mother's side. 'R eceiving the avant-garde award is so special because it perfectly captures how I've learned to move throughout the world, ' Ciara told the crowd. ' Dare to create even when it hasn't been done before. Fiercely pursue the art we love even when it doesn't always love us back .' Source: Leon Bennett / Getty She added a message to the fellow Black women in the audience, ' Never shrink for anyone. Be bold with your gifts .' The support for Ciara – a girl's girl – and other starlets was real. Normani, who presented Ciara with her award, smiled from the side like a friend watching her girl w in. N iecy Nash presented to June, while Lori Harvey and Andra Day also honored their peers. You Already Know Our Fav It Girls Brought Their Fashion A-Game To Black Women In Music Dinner From honoring legends to spotlighting the next wave, the Black Women in Music dinner proved that when we show up for each other , we raise the bar . And you know the fits were a moment! With a room full of Black women we expect nothing less. Keep scrolling for our gallery of standout fashion and moments from the night. The Girls Gathered: Inside The Black Women In Music Dinner That Served Sisterhood, Sophistication & Style was originally published on Source:Getty Connie, the woman of the hour, shimmered in a rose gold and silver sequin shift dress that hit just above the knee. The iridescent texture was a perfect reflection of the night's celebratory tone. She paired it with nude heels and a rose-toned clutch, radiating elegance and power. Source:Getty Lori Harvey wore an structured yet flow resort-style ivory gown by Alexander McQueen to the event. We loved her dress' intricate black embroidery wrapping and tailored details. The structured bodice and flared hem created a statuesque silhouette that looked like it belonged on a Grecian runway—or at the very least, the beaches of St. Tropez. Source:Getty Niecy Nash and her partner Jessica Betts were all smiles at the Black Women in Music event. Niecy glowed in a pleated metallic gold mini dress by Andrew GM that gave glam goddess energy. The high neckline, exaggerated cuffs, and cinched waist were drama in the best way—and her gold pointed-toe heels kept the look luxe and cohesive. Jessica showed off a more relaxed, yet tailored look in a chic white crop top and black tuxedo pants. Of course Jessica topped off the look with her signature shades. Source:Getty Muni Long showed off her svelte figure in a sculptural mini dress by Hanifa. The brown and white vertical stripes created a geometric illusion, elongating her body and accentuating her legs. Chic, sleek, and unmistakably modern. We are obsessed! Source:Getty Phylicia brought effortless elegance in a full-length brown textured trenchcoat, cinched at the waist to highlight her figure while keeping it classic. The deep chocolate tones were regal, while the structured silhouette offered a quiet power—just like her. Her hair made her fit stand out even more combining a retro mullet shag cut with a soft long-length curls. Source:Getty June Ambrose brought her signature style rocking a tailored Bibhu Mohapatra gown with a cowboy hat. The voluminous black skirt, embroidered with silver accents, was paired with a simple tank top—topped off with a dramatic wide-brimmed hat that screamed cowboy couture. Source:Getty Claire Sulmers served high drama and elegance in this sculpted silver gown. The strapless dress featured a structured bodice and peplum waist that flowed into a sheer, floor-length skirt embroidered with metallic detailing. Paired with her platinum finger waves, a glossy clutch, and soft glam makeup, Claire gave full main character energy and looked flawless. Source:Getty Chanté Moore was a vision in cream, serving soft glamour in a puff-sleeve sweater paired with wide-leg trousers. The look was clean, elevated, and modern. A long beaded necklace and a slick ponytail pulled the whole outfit together with a graceful finish. Source:Getty Gia kept it sleek and sophisticated in a rich chocolate brown knit dress, layered under a voluminous, sculptural jacket with exaggerated sleeves. She finished the look with a Louis Vuitton chain-link purse and white pointed-toe boots that gave the whole ensemble a modern, street-meets-chic twist. And her blonde braids? We are in love! 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Yahoo
20-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Sol Trujillo
Credit - Leon Bennett—Getty Images In 2010, longtime telecom executive Sol Trujillo and former U.S. Secretary of Housing and Urban Development Henry Cisneros founded the Latino Donor Collaborative to fight economic myths about Latinos in the U.S. through original research. The broader goal: to boost business revenue and market share by better serving Latino consumers. An LDC report released in April 2025 focused on Latinas: while almost one in every five women in the U.S. is Latina, the report says most of them don't think brands do a good job representing them, and only 1% of C-suite jobs in the U.S. are held by Latinas. Trujillo, 73, who also co-founded L'Attitude Ventures, a venture-capital firm that funds Latino-run companies, says U.S. businesses under-invest in Latino consumers and entrepreneurs because of misconceptions about their buying power. LDC's mission, he says, is to tell business and political leaders the truth about Latinos in stark, business terms. Contact us at letters@ Error while retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error while retrieving data Error while retrieving data Error while retrieving data Error while retrieving data
Buzz Feed
28-02-2025
- Entertainment
- Buzz Feed
Here's What Celebs Wore On The Essence Women In Hollywood Awards Red Carpet
The Essence Black Women in Hollywood Awards was a "love letter of sincere reverence, camaraderie and celebration" for Black women in entertainment, and every celebrity in attendance looked phenomenal. In the words of T.S. Madison, everybody was "dark skin, light skin, beige, fluorescent beige" and beautiful with a capital B. So, without further ado, here's what celebrities wore to the Essence Black Women in Hollywood Awards: 1. Keke Palmer 2. Issa Rae 3. Tyra Banks 4. Taraji P. Henson 5. Zoë Kravitz 6. Storm Reid 7. Meagan Good 8. Tabitha Brown 9. Muni Long 10. Natasha Rothwell 11. Shoniqua Shandai 12. Skai Jackson 13. Tichina Arnold 14. Tasha Smith 15. Jurnee Smollett Leon Bennett / Getty Images for ESSENCE 16. Kyla Pratt Monica Schipper / The Hollywood Reporter via Getty Images 17. Cynthia Erivo Leon Bennett / Getty Images for ESSENCE 18. Jodie Turner-Smith Monica Schipper / The Hollywood Reporter via Getty Images 19. Niecy Nash-Betts Monica Schipper / The Hollywood Reporter via Getty Images 20. Yvette Nicole Brown Leon Bennett / Getty Images for ESSENCE 21. Tyla Arnold Turner / Getty Images for ESSENCE 22. Coco Jones Monica Schipper / The Hollywood Reporter via Getty Images 23. Jessica Williams Monica Schipper / The Hollywood Reporter via Getty Images 24. Marsai Martin Monica Schipper / The Hollywood Reporter via Getty Images 25. Lori Harvey Leon Bennett / Getty Images for ESSENCE 26. Tiffany Boone Monica Schipper / The Hollywood Reporter via Getty Images 27. Wendy Raquel Robinson Monica Schipper / The Hollywood Reporter via Getty Images 28. Kandi Burruss Monica Schipper / The Hollywood Reporter via Getty Images 29. Laverne Cox Arnold Turner / Getty Images for ESSENCE 30. Finally, Danielle Brooks Monica Schipper / The Hollywood Reporter via Getty Images Check out more Black-centered content by exploring how BuzzFeed is celebrating Black History Month this year! Of course, the content doesn't end after February. Follow BuzzFeed's Cocoa Butter on Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube to keep up with our latest Black culture content year-round. BuzzFeed Do you have a favorite look? A favorite article of clothing? A favorite hairstyle? Let's show these women some love in the comments.
