ALO Magazine Competitors

The ESSENCE Brand – We Serve Black Women Deeply ESSENCE Communications is the number one media, technology and commerce company dedicated to Black women and inspires a global audience of more than 24 million through diverse storytelling and immersive original content. With a multi-platform presence in publishing, experiential and online, ESSENCE encompasses its signature magazine; digital, video and social platforms; television specials; books; as well as live events, including Black Women in Music, Black Women in Hollywood, Street Style and the ESSENCE Festival. Essence Communications is owned by Essence Ventures, an independent Black-owned, technology-driven company focused on merging content, community and commerce to meet the evolving cultural and lifestyle needs of people of color.

Glamour is a women's magazine published by Condé Nast Publications. Founded in 1939 in the United States, it was originally called Glamour of Hollywood. Glamour covers the stories women want—and need—to read right now, with high-quality journalism and an authentic, accessible point of view. Here, you’ll find up-to-the-instant coverage of the issues affecting women’s lives—from politics to #MeToo; fashion that is attainable; beauty—both inside and out—and a holistic approach to wellness; sex and relationships; as well as the TV, movies, books, and pop culture you’re obsessed with. Local editions are now published in numerous countries including the United Kingdom, United States, France, Italy, Germany, Spain, Russia, Greece, Poland, South Africa, Brazil, Hungary, Romania, Bulgaria, Netherlands, Mexico. In most cases it is a monthly publication.

Since 1945, the iconic EBONY brand has been the leading authority for chronicling all facets of Black American life - not only the tragedies and traumas but the community’s joys and triumphs. With new ownership and leadership, the rebirth of EBONY is resulting in a platform that will be bold in delivering news and information into a digital ecosystem that will celebrate Black culture and lift Black lives through a variety of diverse channels, while paying homage to the legacy of its past. At EBONY, we are committed to uplifting the Black family unit so we, as Black people, can accomplish anything and everything. You are beloved to us. You are responsive and reflective, informative and intelligent, and we desire to celebrate our Blackness and our culture with you. Follow us: @EBONYMagazine on Instagram| @EBONYMag on Facebook