Description
Essence Magazine September 2008 Barrack, Michelle Obama & Daughters No Label
This September 2008 issue of Essence Magazine features Barack, Michelle, Malia, and Sasha Obama on the cover, offering an intimate look at their journey during a historic presidential campaign. With insightful features on politics, fashion, beauty, and culture, this edition is a must-have for collectors, history enthusiasts, and fans of the Obama legacy.
Condition:
- Good condition with minor wear on edges.
- Comes with protective plastic covering.
- The item pictured is the exact one you will receive.
- Please review photos for exact condition.
Featured Articles & Highlights:
Exclusive Features:
- "The Obamas: Portrait of an American Family" (p.150) – A rare and candid interview with Barack, Michelle, Malia, and Sasha Obama during their groundbreaking presidential campaign.
- "The Sophisticate" (p.158) – Bringing 1950s glamour to modern office attire.
- "Unusual Suspects" (p.164) – A showcase of bold and artful accessories.
- "Rihanna: Rocking Style" (p.170) – The global music icon on her fashion, confidence, and career.
- "Silent No More" (p.178) – Faith Evans opens up about her life with The Notorious B.I.G., his controversial choices, and how she moved forward.
Beauty & Fashion:
- "Creative License" (p.47) – The hottest fall makeup trends.
- "A Curl’s Best Friend" (p.56) – Expert tricks to style kinky, curly, and wavy hair.
- "Fab in a Flash" (p.62) – Quick beauty tips from Mikki Taylor.
- "Looks We Love" (p.71) – The best in frontier fashion.
- "Perfect Fit" (p.74) – Menswear-inspired looks with a sexy twist.
- "Hot Shoes" (p.80) – Lace-up styles that turn heads.
- "Cheap & Chic" (p.84) – Gold glamour on a budget.
A Timeless Collector’s Item
This issue of Essence Magazine from September 2008 captures a defining moment in American history, fashion, and Black culture. With an iconic cover and compelling stories, it remains a valuable piece for collectors and admirers of the Obama era.
We offer combined shipping for multiple purchases, and all magazines are carefully stored and shipped with protective plastic covering to ensure preservation.
A great addition to any Essence collection, historical archive, or vintage magazine library.
Contents
BEAUTY
47 – Creative License – Fall makeup trends
50 – Strands – Hues for your hair
56 – A Curl’s Best Friend – Tricks to tame your kinky, curly, or wavy hair
60 – Editors’ Picks – From smoky eyes to woodsy scents
62 – Fab in a Flash – Shop, shimmer, and style with Mikki Taylor’s tips
64 – News – Beauty weapons to fight acne, flyaways, and fuzz
66 – Best Sellers – What’s hot in the Midwest
FASHION
71 – Looks We Love – Frontier fashions
74 – Perfect Fit – Sexy in menswear
80 – Hot Shoes – Lace ’em up!
82 – Her Style – A shoe lover puts her best foot forward
84 – Cheap & Chic – Gold glamour for less
86 – Ageless Loves – Reveling in all things retro
FEATURES
150 – The Obamas: Portrait of an American Family
Barack, Michelle, Malia, and Sasha speak candidly about life during this historic campaign.
By Gwen Ifill
158 – The Sophisticate
Bringing 1950’s glam to today’s office attire.
164 – Unusual Suspects
Artful accessories.
170 – Rihanna
Rocking style as only she can.
178 – Silent No More
Faith Evans opens up about The Notorious B.I.G., his affairs, his bad choices, and her decision to live smarter.
By Imani Powell
Cover Information
Cover Photography by:
Kwaki Alston
Hairstylist: Yusef Williams/Factory Downtown
Makeup Artist: Ingrid Grimes-Myles
On this Page:
Rihanna is wearing a Chloé coat, ruffle dress, and leggings; a Deborah Marquit bra; Louis Vuitton boots and a flower ring; a Rhonda Faber Green dog-tag necklace; a David Yurman pendant necklace; and an Opal Stone gold ring.