Careyn
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![[*]](./images/reflections/default_icon.gif) posted on 7.29.2010 at 03:54 PM |
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Essence Magazine's Editor-In-Chief Responds To White Fashion Editor Controversy
I'm behind in my Essence magazines - didn't realize this until I saw it online.
I'm not feeling this tho - and will probably have some baring on whether or not I renew my subscription. I haven't been happy with many articles of
late. Still don't understand why they had Reggie Bush on the cover of the mag when they were talking about Black Men, Love & Relationships. I don't
ever remember seeing him pictured with a sistah! Now this!
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Essence Magazine, an magazine catering to African-American and ethnic women, started a lot of controversy this week when they announced they hired a
white fashion editor. Many people were angry because the mainstream fashion industry showcases an uneven amount of black models, and since Essence is
for African-Americans, one should have been chosen. Find out what Essence's Editor-In-Chief Angela Burt-Murray had to say about the situation when
you read on...
Essence's new fashion editor, Ellianna Placas, has an impressive background. She's the former fashion editor for O: Home and US Weekly.
Here's what the magazine's Editor-in-Chief, Angela Burt-Murray, had to say:
"I understand that this issue has struck an emotional chord with our audience,however I selected Ellianna, who has been contributing to the magazine
on a freelance basis for the last six months, because of her creativity, vision, the positive reader response to her work and her enthusiasm and
respect for the audience and our brand. We remain committed to celebrating the unique beauty and style of African-American women in Essence magazine
and online at Essence.com."
Living my life like it's Golden!!!!
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butterpecan
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| posted on 8.4.2010 at 05:49 PM |
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I dropped Essence b4 Susan Taylor left. If I'm the library, and see a copy, I'll scan thru it. Ad revenue down in most print publications,
Essence did what they thought was best...
I got a "we miss card" in the mail the other day--- I tossed in the trash.
CManiixous
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