Types of Feature Stories: Profiles, Trends, Seasonal and More!

                                                                           1. Profile

This article appeared in Essence Magazine, January 2026 and features a profile story of June Ambrose, one of the most influential style icons of our time. Styling clients like Jay-Z, Missy Elliott, and Busta Rhymes to name a few. The headline was titled "Rap’s Style Architect”

June Ambrose: Rap’s Style Architect - Essence | Essence

2. Historical feature 

This article appeared in The Birmingham Times, February 2026 where Bill Greason, now 101, is the last living player from the Negro Leagues era. Over the course of time, he has lived to see history being made from the integration of baseball to becoming a Reverend and now writing a children's book. 

101-Year-Old Pastor Witnesses History

3. Human Interest 

This article appeared in The Mississippi Link, where Frederica Angel Meeks of Canton, a heart transplant survivor urges women to listen to their heart. February is American Heart Month and time is of the essence. 

Listen To Your Heart

4. Trends

This article appeared in The Root, focusing on New York Fashion Week and the trends and styles of young black actors, actresses, and other celebrities. In addition, collections were shown by popular designers Tory Burch, Marc Jacobs, and Sergio Hudson. 

Fashion Week Trends

5. Explanatory Feature 

This article appeared in the Milwaukee Courier, which focused on the celebration of African Culture in the Caribbean and Latin America. From music and dance, religion and spirituality to food and culinary traditions, the remarkable influence boldly lives in every facet of the culture. 

Celebrating Culture

6. How To Do It (DIY)

This article was appeared in Essence Magazine, featuring Tia Mowry who teams up with Ebonie to cook and have deep conversations about breast cancer. 

Cooking With Tia

7. Adventure

This article was appeared in Essence Magazine, as it features Jessica Nabongo, who has mastered the art of travel. With 195 countries under her belt, she states that despite a social media-driven society, traveling begins with people, presence, and purpose. 

The Art of Travel: Jessica Nabongo On Traveling With Intention

8.  Occupation or Hobby

This article appears in Essence Magazine, featuring Deidre Duke who works in the St. Regis in Chicago whos care, expertise, and personal touch is transforming every guest experience. 

The Soul of Service: Meet The Black Woman Butler Redefining Luxury Hospitality

9. Seasonal Feature

This article appears in Essence as it features the celebration of Valentine's Day, giving their readers a guide of things to do despite not being in a relationship. Self-love is the most important thing that matters.  

No Date? No Problem: Ways To Enjoy Valentine's Day When You're Single